Milking automation represents not only a technological advancement but a fundamental shift in dairy farm management. While automation simplifies processes, the human touch remains indispensable. Successfully managing employees requires finding the right balance between leveraging the power of technology and nurturing a supportive, engaged work environment.

While the vision of a fully automated dairy may seem like a distant dream, the technology to achieve this is rapidly evolving. This article provides a roadmap for dairy producers considering the leap into automation.

Is your robot feed bin a place that you avoid until the cows stop eating? Here are some tips to help monitor and manage feed in the bin, before the cows run out of pellets or stop visiting.

It was dairy producer Danny Martins’ vision to design a fully automated feed center where he didn’t have to rely on multiple feeders and could instead entrust just one person.

The dynamic and evolving nature of Idaho's dairy industry makes it an ideal setting for innovators and manufacturers to test and refine their solutions. From automated feeding systems to smart sensors monitoring cow health, Idaho dairies stand at the forefront of technological research and development.

Change isn’t easy. Making the decision to change can be even harder. As we look toward the future, change is a must to set the farm up for continued success and provide an opportunity for our boys to farm should they desire to do so.

Life after high school looks different for everyone, as each person’s path is unique. However, colleges including Northcentral Technical College are dedicated to offering experiences and hands-on opportunities that can serve as valuable foundations for future careers. 

Quel que soit le type de système de traite que vous envisagez d’utiliser, la période de transition demeure un des moments les plus stressants dans la vie d’une vache.

Arjan and Helen Haanstra believe the "eyes on first" approach to the transition cow pen is key to success throughout the dairy.

Automation and technology go far beyond relieving dairy’s labor pains.