DPC 32, Fat Test Variations in Raw Milk

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DPC-032

Published: 2001

Pages: 13

This guideline discusses many of the reasons for fat test variations in raw milk. It references methods for testing sample vials for leakage. It provides advice to haulers about proper and improper ways of taking samples; explains reasons for variations between DHIA and Handler butterfat tests. It explains to the producer the reasons for variations in tests and how to correct them.

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