Milking Equipment
Energy-efficient motors, milk cooling technology with good performance-to-energy-consumption ratios, natural lighting, LED lighting, sensors to more precisely manage energy usage, regular maintenance and considering alternative energy sources can lower energy costs while improving efficiency.
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The 5 P's of automated milking system startups
Each automated milking system startup can be broken into five components. Focusing on the five P's can minimize stress and help the farm team and cows adapt to the new milking system.
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How to ensure the highest milk quality and standards
Ensuring the highest milk quality and standards in a dairy operation involves a multifaceted and comprehensive approach with consideration for the various components of the milking system.
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Farms experiment with more robots, fewer stalls
The Peissig and Haas families are reaching their production goals with more robots and fewer stalls while not compromising cow health.
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Successfully transition into milking automation
Automated milking systems have evolved since their inception 30 years ago. Early adopters of automated milking systems now have more options and advanced technology to choose from, paired with new ways of optimizing efficiency.
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Optimize efficiency and animal health at the milking point with precision technology
Precision agriculture is not a new concept and is widely adopted within cropping systems. What about precision milk harvesting? Dairy farmers have a suite of options when it comes to making technology work for them in achieving the ultimate goal of milking gently, quickly and completely.
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Fairholm Farm leans on community to continue family legacy
Century-old dairy focuses on agritourism and niche marketing to remain competitive in the industry.
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Navigating between internal and external milking systems: Understanding your dairy's needs
When deciding between internal and external rotary milking systems, dairy producers must assess their unique needs, operational goals and budget constraints.
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Take me out to the robot
Take me out with the crowd. Give me some pellets, it’s a great snack. I don’t care if I never get back.
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Why continuous learning for farm employees is key
There are many important tasks on the farm, but few are more important than milking parlor procedures. Create an environment that encourages employees to continue learning and follow up-to-date SOPs when it comes to milking cows.
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