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Tips and tricks for feeding transition cows in robots

A strong transition cow feeding and management plan plays a huge role in the success of a cow’s lactation.
September 27, 2022
Travis Palen

Starting transition cows strong in a robotic milking system goes a long way toward maximizing milk production. Use these feeding strategies to get your fresh cows started right.


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Comestar Holstein installs 21st century upgrades to complement steadfast breeding program

World-renowned for their contribution to Holstein genetics, Quebec’s Comestar Holstein continues to uphold their decades-old breeding philosophy as they adjust to the latest milking and cow housing technologies.
September 1, 2022
Emma Ohirko

What does it take to build a facility fit to house an outstanding herd, recognized for its high-caliber classification around the world? Years of preparation, says Steve Comtois of Victoriaville, Quebec’s Comestar Holstein.


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Reflections from a retired milking robot technician

A firsthand account of researching, servicing and starting up robotic milking on Canadian farms
September 1, 2022
John Van Beek

Robotic milking of dairy cows is the best way to milk cows – period. I did not say the only way. Just like total mixed rations (TMRs), or partial mixed rations (PMRs) in the case of robotic milking, is the best way to feed dairy cattle; in most cases, it is the best and most efficient.


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Equipment Hub: Troubleshooting tips for servicing your robotic milking system

August 12, 2022
Shawn Van Note

What happens when your internet isn’t working? You’re probably not going to call your internet provider immediately. Instead, after some cursing and dusting off the barn grime, you might check your router, disconnect and reconnect your modem, check if there’s an outage or restart your device.


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Should we manage dry-off differently when using robotic milking facilities?

June 16, 2022
Emily Fread
Advancing technology allows producers to make management decisions to improve dairy welfare, as well as the economic status of the farm.
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What’s in your bulk tank?

Bulk tank testing is a powerful monitoring tool that enables producers to make the best management decisions possible, by placing knowledge of their herd health into their hands.
May 7, 2022
Justine Britten
Nearly everyone in the dairy realm, from consultants to veterinarians to producers, has found themselves in a discussion regarding bulk tank milk quality at least once in their career.
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Robotic startup: A go-time checklist

March 31, 2022
Nancy Charlton
After weeks, months and sometimes years of planning, it is here; you are ready to send cows through the robotic milking system.
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Small dairies can ease labor needs with rotary parlors

Internal rotary parlours offer labour savings and efficiencies for herds.
March 29, 2022
Aaron Oughton and Robert Woods
The labor shortage facing the dairy industry today has created new urgency for producers to be efficient. Automation is no longer nice to have; it is necessary to stay competitive.
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One-man show Peter Ruiter optimizes his facility for labour efficiency

March 11, 2022
Emma Ohirko
On a September afternoon in 2017, Peter Ruiter’s lunch break was interrupted by a neighbour who brought news no farm ever wants to hear: His barn had caught fire and his cows were in trouble.
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You ordered your robotic milking system – now what?

Seven principles that helped companies go from good to great can be applied when transitioning to robotic milking.
January 18, 2022
John Gerbitz
The transition from parlor milking to robotic milking should be viewed as a tool to help move your dairy from good to great.
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