Developed in the late 20th century, automatic milking systems are an advanced technology used for dairy farmers to reduce the labour required for milk harvesting. Automatic milking removes the need to manually milk farm animals by hand, as it is all done mechanically. These systems have become exceedingly popular on big and small farms alike, as many farmers are beginning to appreciate the flexibility and convenience that automated milking systems offer.
Automatic milking systems eliminate the need to milk cows at set times compared to conventional systems, which allows the operator to focus their valuable time on other aspects of the farm life. Not only does an automatic milking system milk the cows, it also leads them to the milking shed, individually identifies each cow, checks each cow and records essential data. This ensures that the cows are being looked after well, as well as making it easier to evaluate any issues that may arise within the dairy industry.
The basis of a successful dairy farm is a healthy and happy individual cow. With automatic milking, it is possible to supply each cow with all her needs for optimal health, production and well being, without the extra labour. The idea is that management in the dairy industry can be spending its valuable time concentrating on cows requiring attention, rather than spending countless hours each day physically milking each cow. The concept of the “Licence to produce” is introduced focusing on sustainable dairy farming with respect to people, planet, animals and profit.
If you work in dairy management and have not yet invested in automatic milking systems, naturally you would be feeling a bit hesitant. There are lots of aspects to consider and evaluate when money is involved, but we will tell you now that this is a business investment not to be regretted. Automatic milking systems are about giving more time back to you, whilst providing your dairy cows with the best life possible.
Make sure you get in contact with AgriTech today if you have any questions, as well as to chat about available options for you and your personal needs. We are looking forward to connecting with you!