Dairy Barn Planning Pt. 1: Decisions, Decisions

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Planning a dairy barn is an exciting and challenging task that many people only get to experience once in their lives. It is critical to the profitability and success of your dairy as well as your personal happiness and day to day enjoyment in all that you do. A properly designed barn will result in productive cows, efficient workflow, and a well managed dairy.

Operational Audits

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Performing an operational audit for a dairy farm involves conducting a thorough examination of various aspects of the farm's operations to evaluate its efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with industry standards.

5 things to know about Ventilation

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Ventilation is a crucial aspect of dairy farming, often overlooked amidst the myriad of tasks that come with managing a herd. However, its significance cannot be overstated. Proper ventilation not only ensures the health and well-being of your cows but also contributes to the overall efficiency and productivity of your dairy operation. In this article, we will delve into five essential aspects of dairy barn ventilation that every dairy producer should be well versed in.

Ventilation 101

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Why should we care? Ventilation is crucial for dairy barns as it helps to maintain a healthy environment for the cows, which directly impacts their productivity and overall well-being. Inadequate ventilation can lead to the accumulation of…

Choosing the Right Fan for Your Barn

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Compare exhaust-style fans and circulation-style fans to see which is best for your operation. Author: Dan Veeneman Originally Posted in Progressive Dairy Fans for use in dairy barns come in a variety of different sizes, shapes, function…

Farm-ergencies

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It's 60 days until its time to fire up the new parlor! You still have lots of time to tie up some unplanned details, so no worries…. right? You have to decide which way to go on ventilation fans. You only need 20 fans for the parlor so you…