Regular milk recording provides insights into the health and performance of individual cows. Abnormalities in milk composition or somatic cell count can indicate health issues, such as mastitis or metabolic disorders. Identifying such problems early enables timely intervention, including veterinary care and adjustments to feeding or management practices. By addressing health issues promptly, farmers can improve animal welfare, minimize production losses, and reduce the need for antibiotics. 

Milk recording allows farmers to monitor the performance of their cows over time. By comparing data from different lactations or periods, they can assess the progress or decline in individual cow productivity. This information helps farmers identify trends, evaluate the effectiveness of management strategies, and make data-driven decisions regarding nutrition, breeding, or culling. 

Milk recording data is crucial for dairy cattle breeding programmes. By collecting and analysing performance data, individual cows can be ranked within the herd. These values are used to select bulls and cows with desirable traits for future generations.