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Where are they now with milking robots?

Milking robots were once a solution for labor, but these producers found other things to consider with automation in the milking routine.

October 11, 2023

Jenn Coyne

Progressive Dairy caught up with dairy producers who installed varying automated milking equipment on their farms in the second half of the 2010 era.

Become a better cow manager with milking robots

Robots help you become a better herd manager. Be effective with your time and the robot’s time to achieve consistent cow performance.

September 5, 2023

Andy Lenkaitis

The key to being the best manager is making the most of your time and the robot’s time. Here is how to be an effective herd manager with robots.

Integrating automated milking systems and grazing

Implementation of milking robots, especially when combined with an automated sort gate, allows grazing herds to capitalize on benefits that include individualized milking and efficient herd and grazing management.

September 1, 2023

Katie Meier and Rebecca Steiger

The robotic aspect of milking a grazing herd is much the same as in a traditional one, but the primary difference is sending cows out to pasture and ensuring they regularly return to the robot for milking. Optimizing this condition is key.

A big decision: How these producers knew it was the right time to milk with robots

When is it time to upgrade to an automated milking system? What should dairy producers consider before becoming a part of this growing sector in the industry? Three Midwest farmers share their experiences and offer advice for others.

June 7, 2023

Jenn Coyne

There are several factors to consider when upgrading a milking system, particularly if that upgrade goes from a traditional parlor to robots – including cost, feasibility, labor and herd adaptation among others.