W. Va. Code R. § 61-40-14
Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 61-40-14 - Milking - flanks, udders, and teats14.1. Milking practices shall meet the following requirements: 14.1.1. Milking shall be done in an approved milking barn or parlor. 14.1.2. The animals' hair on flanks, bellies, tails, and udders shall be shortened as often as necessary to facilitate cleaning of those areas and shall be free from dirt. The hair on the udders shall be of such length that it is not incorporated with the teat in the inflation during milking, or as to adulterate the milk in any manner. 14.1.3. Udders and teats of all milking animals shall be cleaned and treated with a sanitizing solution and shall be relatively dry just prior to milking. 14.1.4. Wet hand milking will be allowed when approved by the Commissioner. W. Va. Code R. § 61-40-14