For Stijn Turrekens, a dairy farmer in Beke, Belgium, udder health is a top priority. With two locations, one for young cattle and one for dairy cattle, Stijn milks 130 black and red Holsteins in a traditional 2x6 milking parlor.
Because he does all the milking himself, he keeps a close eye on the udders and can intervene immediately when necessary.
The challenge: mastitis and antibiotic resistance
"Mastitis is very rare here now," says Stijn. "And when it does happen, we treat it without antibiotics."
Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem on many farms, making prevention increasingly important. That's why Stijn started looking for alternatives, and that's how he came to AHV rightly so.
The solution: innovative approach from AHV
Stijn now works entirely according to the AHV model. "It's very simple," he says. "With a single action, you can administer multiple boluses that support different aspects of cow health: pain relief after calving, proper cleansing, and sufficient energy."
Products like AHV StopLac have completely transformed his dry-off process. "When cows were still producing 35 liters, I didn't believe drying off overnight was possible. But with StopLac, it is. Production remains high, and the cows are healthier. A healthy cow always produces more milk."
Supporting cows during the transition
Stijn also uses Booster, StartLac, Aspi and Metri to keep the cows in top condition during the dry period and transition.
"I give these boluses once, and 12 hours after calving they're back in the herd as if nothing happened. Ready for a new lactation. It's simple and it works."
Why AHV works
By supporting resistance during the dry period and transition, AHV products reduce health risks and prevent problems before they arise. This proactive approach means fewer antibiotics, healthier cows, and better milk production.