Drying off cows with a sealer? Many cows are set dry with just a ‘teat-sealer’ treatment like Orbeseal. Three things are incredibly important when it comes to using a sealer. The obvious first tip is to work hygienically ofcourse. Second,…

Dry cows at a distance. If your farm allows for it, it is much better when you place dry cows at a distance from the VMS station or milking parlor. It would have to be far enough that they do…

Losses at the silage storage. It has been discussed many times but the ration what is calculated should be lying at the feeding fence. Calculations and plans for the feeding rations come from analyses, and a plan, usually made with…

Make note of the details Most engineers are proud of the DeLaval VMS and how it works. They would be eager to tell what they know and what you can do to improve your workflow. What they don’t always know…

Making more effective use of activity measurement. You know that the best time to inseminate cows is usually between 60 – 90 days after the calving date. That is the time that the cow has likely been immersed in negative…