Milking Robots
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Efficient handling space in robotic milking facilities is essential to reduce lameness and improve overall herd health and productivity. Focus on proper design, regular maintenance and the integration of advanced technologies.
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The 5 P's of automated milking system startups
Each automated milking system startup can be broken into five components. Focusing on the five P's can minimize stress and help the farm team and cows adapt to the new milking system.
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Breeding for the ideal milking robot cow
Understanding the interplay between data and dairy cattle genetics allows producers to make more informed and efficient decisions around their reproduction programs, leading to better outcomes both in yields and finance.
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Farms experiment with more robots, fewer stalls
The Peissig and Haas families are reaching their production goals with more robots and fewer stalls while not compromising cow health.
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Successfully transition into milking automation
Automated milking systems have evolved since their inception 30 years ago. Early adopters of automated milking systems now have more options and advanced technology to choose from, paired with new ways of optimizing efficiency.
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Robots vs. rotaries: Employee engagement improvements among the highlights for Edaleen Dairy, Wilsonview Dairy
Two dairies considered various options when upgrading their milking parlors. Labor improvements was a driving factor in their selection process.
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Fairholm Farm leans on community to continue family legacy
Century-old dairy focuses on agritourism and niche marketing to remain competitive in the industry.
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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.
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What to know about robotic batch milking
Robotic batch milking garners the advantages of automated milking technology while also allowing producers to manage cows and farm labor in their own way.
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