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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.
April 25, 2024
Aaron Oughton
To continue meeting consumer demand, successful producers must invest in their operations, including their milking systems. Deciding to invest in a rotary parlor will set the course for your business for the next two decades (or more).
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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.
April 24, 2024
John Gerbitz

Just as the line at the concession stand depends on what is happening on the baseball field, the line at the robot depends on what is happening in the barn.


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Automated milking system retrofit barns: A viable consideration for a barn upgrade

An automated milking system retrofit may be all that is needed for an upgrade during the current economic situation.
March 27, 2024
Amelie Mainville

Consider productivity, longevity and sustainability when considering a retrofit for automated milking.



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Managing new and used dairy robots for longevity

Milking robot technology is more widely available than ever before. Ensuring the greatest ROI when deciding between new and used involves evaluating multiple variables and pairing the investment with a service level agreement to provide peace of mind and financial predictability.
March 18, 2024
Darrell McIntyre

As the market for dairy robots has increased, so has the availability of used equipment. For producers interested in making a switch to automation, considerations around buying used or new do not differ greatly from traditional equipment.


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Three principles of successful dairy facility projects

These three principles will help dairy producers find clarity in seeking greater efficiencies and long-term stability in the industry with new milking equipment or facilities.
February 26, 2024
Layman Pierce

When it is time to consider new equipment or a new facility project, these three key principles will help provide clarity of purpose and ease of process.


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Building the right foundation for your rotary milking system

Rotary milking systems have revolutionized the way farmers manage their milk production. While these systems are efficient, it is important your platform provides you with the right foundation to ensure long-term performance and productivity.
January 8, 2024
Jane Burton

The platform is the starting point for constructing a robust, efficient and scalable rotary milking system that can solve your farm’s unique challenges and withstand the rigors of daily farm life.


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Reproduction management in a robotic facility

Robotic dairy systems allow producers to efficiently identify and segregate cows, enhancing the overall performance of their reproductive programs.
October 18, 2023
Dan Meihak

Reproduction management plays a critical role in any dairy. The ability to monitor, detect and act quickly when heat is detected significantly impacts herd performance. 


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Benchmarks for rotary performance in the first year of operation

Knowing what to look for in parlor performance during the first 12 months of milking after rotary start-up is critical for long-term success.
September 20, 2023
Courtney Claypool

The first year of milking cows in a rotary can be both a dynamic and humbling experience; the learning curve is different for every individual farm. 


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Solving challenges with parlor data

From tracking milk production and cow health indicators to insights into milking routines, know what you want to accomplish with this information.
September 8, 2023
Matthew Heisner

Whether you are looking to invest in milk meters for the first time or upgrading your current system, it is important to consider what you are trying to accomplish with parlor data.



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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.



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