| Variables | Ranked | |
| Highland | Midland | |
| Lack of clean water | 2nd | 2nd |
| Lack of knowledge on hygienic practices | 1st | 1st |
| Types of bedding materials used | 5th | 4th |
| Types of barn | 4th | 5th |
| Lack of appropriate milking and cooling equipment | 3rd | 3rd |
| Poor market access | 6th | 6th |