The use of activity monitoring systems has grown quickly in the past decade as more producers realize the benefits of utilizing the technology. According to an industry marketing study, just over 26% of dairies in the U.S. now utilize activity monitoring technology.

With a sea of technology options available, there have never been more tools to improve the way your dairy operates. But sometimes deciding which technologies to invest in and implement on your dairy can seem overwhelming.

Progress is often driven by technology and innovation. With the help of constant evolution, efficiency reduces error and the need for manual operation. Total Farm Automation (TFA) can leverage technology to simplify your farm operations.

My own struggles with internet began during the pandemic. We live in a rural area in Idaho. Our county is the No. 20 dairy county in the U.S. and cows outnumber people 6 to 1 where I live.

Communication is an important part of our daily life, with most of our communication being made up of verbal and nonverbal signals. It’s how we let others know what we are feeling, what we need and how we share our thoughts.