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Sept considérations pour la conversion d’un bâtiment d’élevage à stabulation entravée en un système de traite robotisée

La modernisation d’un bâtiment d’élevage existant pour un système de traite robotisée est un moyen rentable d’introduire l’automatisation sur la ferme. Considérez ces sept facteurs pour réussir la transition.
July 10, 2023
Richard Franta

Ces dernières années, les systèmes de traite automatisés sont devenus de plus en plus populaires pour diverses raisons, qu’il s’agisse de réduire la main-d’œuvre, d’obtenir un horaire plus flexible ou de recueillir des données sur la gestion du troupeau. 


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Seven considerations for converting a tiestall barn to a robotic milking system

Renovating an existing tiestall barn for a robotic milking system is a cost-effective way to introduce automation on the farm. Consider these seven factors to successfully make the transition.
March 7, 2023
Richard Franta

Automated milking systems have gained popularity in recent years for a variety of reasons, whether it is reducing labour, gaining a more flexible schedule or desiring herd management data.


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