The integrated robotic farm of the future delivers high levels of automation and provides valuable data for optimum productivity. It also goes a step further to proactively manage herd health and milk quality through premium consumable products. The best barn designs will not reach their full potential if consumables such as detergents, teat dips and liners are made with subpar raw materials. The overall result may be more milk harvested, improved labor efficiency, better cow health, and balanced lifestyle.

Click the image below to see a complex of facilities that consist of a conventional rotary parlor with freestall barn. Two robotic barns contain eight total robots sharing one milk house. Transition cows are also included. Managing them in the same facility that they will be milked in typically leads to improved productivity.

This article was originally published by Progressive Dairyman on July 18, 2016