Consistent daily and weekly owner maintenance is necessary to get the most from automated milking, feeding or cleaning systems. Regular cleaning, inspecting and checking components prevents costly downtime, protects milk quality and reduces stress on cows and farmers.

How does your dairy push feed and manure? Do you rely on a skid loader and an employee? Pushing these responsibilities to automation can save labor, fuel, and equipment wear and tear.

The dynamic and evolving nature of Idaho's dairy industry makes it an ideal setting for innovators and manufacturers to test and refine their solutions. From automated feeding systems to smart sensors monitoring cow health, Idaho dairies stand at the forefront of technological research and development.

Life after high school looks different for everyone, as each person’s path is unique. However, colleges including Northcentral Technical College are dedicated to offering experiences and hands-on opportunities that can serve as valuable foundations for future careers. 

Keeping barns clean and free of waste is more than just for looks. A manure-free barn means improved cow health and medical outcomes, more sanitary milk and an overall healthier, more productive environment.

Bedding stalls, manure alley cleaning, footbaths and sorting are four activities that will need to be managed differently when installing robots.