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A Parlor is the specialized area on the dairy farm where milking is performed.

The milking parlor is designed to be a clean and efficient workspace where cows can be milked safely and comfortably. The parlor typically includes milking machines, a holding area for the cows, and a milk pipeline system that transports the milk to a bulk tank for storage.

Here are some types of parlors:

• Herringbone Parlor

• Parallel Parlor

• Rotary Parlor

And here are some additional terms related to dairy farming:

• Milk House: A building on a dairy farm where milk is stored, cooled, and prepared for transport to the processing plant.

• Milking Machine: A device that uses suction to remove milk from the cow's udder during the milking process.

• Bulk Tank: A refrigerated storage tank used to hold and transport milk from the farm to the processing plant.

• Milk Quality: Refers to the chemical and microbiological composition of milk, as well as its overall cleanliness and freshness.

• Mastitis: An infection of the udder in dairy cows that can lead to decreased milk production and lower milk quality.

• Dairy Herd Improvement (DHI): A program that collects data on milk production and quality, cow health, and genetics to help farmers make informed decisions about their herd management.