The Mastitis Test Paddle X Spurt is used as part of the California Milk Test (CMT) to detect cases of sub clinical mastitis in cattle. The Mastitis Test Paddle X Spurt is divided into four wells, when this is used in combination with the CMT Fluid it is easy to detect infections and be able to narrow it down to which udder is infected. The Mastitis Test Paddle X Spurt makes the job of testing cattle extremely convenient. The handle holds the CMT fluid, when the handle is squeezed equal portions of the fluid are dispensed into each well. This makes the test cleaner and quicker to administer.

What is the California Milk Test?

The California Milk Test is used to detect sub clinical mastitis in cattle, this is done by estimating the somatic cell count of the milk.  When infected milk touches the specially formulated solution this causes a chemical reaction in the milk that makes the milk coagulate and turn in to a jelly like substance. The higher the somatic cell count of the infected milk the thicker the jelly like substance.

How do I carry out a California Milk Test?

The milk test can be carried out in three simple steps.

Step 1: Discard the first three or four quirts of milk from each teat. Collect three squirts of milk from each teat into corresponding wells of the paddle.

Step 2: Add equal amount of the CMT Fluid to each well of the paddle and swirl and mix gentley for ten seconds

Step 3: Record the consistency of the milk after the 20 seconds, from no change to solid (don't worry about the colour). The stronger the reaction the higher the somatic cell count.

Features of Mastitis Test Paddle X Spurt 

• Detects cases of sub clinical mastitis in cattle.
• four wells 
• detect infections
• narrows it down to which udder is infected.
• Extremely convenient. 

Delivery Information

Delivery Service

Here at Agridirect we have joined forces with DPD to ensure all packages are delivered promptly and safely to you. We ship to all mainland countries within the EU. Deliveries take place Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays. Once your order has been dispatched from our warehouse you will be notified by email. If there is a delay with your order for any reason you will be contacted immediately. 

Due to Brexit we are temporarily unable to ship to the UK. Shipping to Northern Ireland will remain in place.

Delivery Times

Some products have an extended delivery time, this is noted on the products.

Delivery Rates

A selection of the products we sell are only licensed for sale within the Republic Of Ireland and can not be shipped outside of the country. These products are noted as only being available within the Republic of Ireland on the individual product pages.

There may be an addition charge on certain bulky items. This charge will be clearly marked on an applicable products and will be explained on the checkout page before payment has been made.

Agridirect Returns Policy

We’re sorry your purchase didn’t work out. But don’t worry; we have a great returns policy to help you out.

All purchases can be returned to us within 14 days of delivery and returned goods must be received within 14 days from the date you informed us of the return.

Purchases may be opened for inspection but must not be used and must be repackaged securely in the original packaging if you wish to return it.

If we discover goods have been used or there has been a loss in value of the goods due to damage to the goods, while in your care or whilst being returned to us, we will reduce the amount refunded, which may amount to the full cost of the product, to cover loss of value of goods.

All returns should be complete which includes boxes, manuals and accessories that may have been included with the order.

All returns must be packaged appropriately for shipping, we will not accept responsibility for damages or loss which occur during shipping of a return product.

We accept no responsibility for goods damaged or lost while in transit to us. 

How do I return a product?

We have partnered with DPD to make your returns process easy and secure. simply follow the steps below and bring your package to an official DPD pickup point.

1) All returns must be accompanied with a fully filled out returns form which can be downloaded here.

2) To print off your return label click here or visit www.dpd.ie/returns and follow the on-screen instructions. Make sure and use your order number as your reference.

• Select “Continue as Guest”
• Select “Agridirect” from the drop-down menu
• Select your reason for returning
• Select the size of the package you wish to return
• Accept DPD’s terms and conditions
• Fill in your payment details
• Fill in your own details
• Follow the instructions to print off your label

3) Bring your package to a DPD pickup point. To find your nearest drop off point here.

Once the returned product has been received into our warehouse and been fully inspected a refund will be issued.

If you choose not to use the DPD returns service we recommend that you use a method that can be tracked.

For the return of bulk products please contact us at sales@agridirect.ie

I have received a damaged product from you, what should I do?

First off, if you have received a damaged electrical product from us, do not plug it in. Any electrical products that are plugged in are deemed ‘as used and accepted’ and are not accepted as returns. All damages must be reported to us via phone or email within 24hours of receipt of goods. Please ensure you check your items upon delivery.

How do I begin the returns process?

If you wish to begin the return process, please email us at sales@agridirect.ie and ensure the following information is included in your email. Your name, phone number, Order id, the item you wish to return, reason for return and if the product is damaged we require photos of the product.

Once you have sent us all required information a member of our team will assess your claim and will contact you as soon as possible. Please hold off on returning products until a member of our team has called you to confirm.

Refunds

Once the returned product has been returned to us and fully inspected a refund will be issued.

Please Note: A typical timeline for a refund to show in your account is up to 10 working days from the date processed, depending on your bank.