In modern dairy farming, efficiency is a key focus. A crucial, yet sometimes underestimated factor in this context is cow traffic: the way cows move within the barn—from feeding areas to cubicles, from resting places to the milking robot, and back again. Well-designed cow traffic contributes in various ways to a more efficient operation of the dairy barn.
Cow traffic plays an important role in the flow within the dairy barn. By organizing the traffic well, you ensure that every cow can smoothly make use of all the facilities: the feeding fence, the cubicles, and the drinking troughs. This is especially important for cows lower in the hierarchy, as the pathways need to be wide and not dead-end. This way, they also have the opportunity to access everything.
Logical and clear cow traffic improves both animal welfare and safety. Good walking routes and proper fencing layout reduce stress and prevent injuries. This not only benefits the cows but also creates a safer working environment for the farmer.
A well-designed cow traffic system increases ease of work. Our Autolift gates, for example, can be operated remotely: they can easily be raised or lowered with a remote control. This saves both time and physical effort.
Cows are creatures of habit. When the walking routes are logically designed, they follow them automatically and without resistance. A well-designed cow traffic system guides the cows calmly and in an organized manner to the milking robot or milking parlor. This contributes to an efficient milking process and reduces stress in the herd.
