Schone loopgangen op Hamra Farm

Clean alleys might not be the first thing you think about when planning a barn, but their impact quickly becomes clear in everyday work. Alley cleaning plays a key role in cow comfort and hoof health, while also influencing daily workload and how smoothly cows move through the barn. Slippery floors, dirty legs or blocked systems quickly highlight where routines or barn design fall short.

During the Hamra Farm Expansion Project, we focused on manure handling and robotic collectors when designing the new barns, to ensure alleys stayed clean. Well‑planned manure handling and robotic collectors were fully integrated into the barn design, supporting clean, dry walking surfaces that promote cow comfort and hoof health, while ensuring reliable daily operation and efficient barn management. By bringing together automated solutions, robust engineering and a closed manure loop, the approach shows how deliberate planning supports both cow comfort and overall farm performance.

Below, we break down how those choices were made – what was prioritised, and why it matters in daily barn operation.