Buenas prácticas de Ordeño y la Calidad higiénica de la Leche en el Ecuador

Abstract

This work shows the milking practices developed in milk producing areas in Ecuador, so parameters to improve them can be set and prevent contamination of the milk produced and also a control according to the conditions of each area. Therefore, the purpose of this research was to determine the influence of milking practices on milk quality according to the size of production units in the main provinces with the highest milk production in Ecuador with a view to improving the BPO and hence better milk price to producers. Besides, to characterize the milking technology systems in different production units, according the surface, the system of production and agro-ecological areas of dairy production. Finally to note the implications of good milking practices on milk quality by microbiological analysis.