Overview, Animal Feeding

Barn Concepts To Optimize Milk Production

Any factor that affects animal drinking, feeding and rest can affect milk production, and must be taken into consideration when designing a barn concept. The environment should ensure that feeding and drinking can take place in a calm and orderly manner and, to ensure top-quality milk production, animals should have the opportunity for long rest periods in a lying position. Adequate rest will impact positively on problem-free feeding while standing. The ability to easily separate individual animals for checks or treatment after milking is also a key aspect of animal welfare.