-
Cow flow
Moving the herd comfortably to, from, and within the dairy is an important part of the milking process.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/
-
Blueprints and building
Information and example dairy layouts to assist with project management.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/new-dairies-and-technology/blueprints-and-building/
-
The Rotary Entry
Improve cow flow and milking efficiency by ensuring the connection between the yard and inside of the dairy is well designed.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/rotary-design/the-rotary-entry/
-
Bail and Cupping Area
Good platform design can help keep cows and people safe and it helps cow flow into the dairy.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/rotary-design/bail-and-cupping-area/
-
The Rotary Exit
Dairy exit races have a big impact on how quickly cows leave the milking platform, and how easily they can be drafted.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/rotary-design/the-rotary-exit/
-
Rotary Design
Making sure cows are comfortable while entering and exiting the dairy as well as during milking, will have big benefits for cow flow and efficiency.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/rotary-design/
-
Herringbone Design
Making sure cows are comfortable while entering and exiting the dairy as well as during milking, will have big benefits for cow flow and efficiency.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/herringbone-design/
-
New Dairies and Technology
Considering an update or replacing your dairy? Check out our guides for help with decision-making, example blueprints and info about various technologies.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/new-dairies-and-technology/
-
Do you need an upgrade?
Big projects often require a large outlay. Check out our helpful advice and tips here.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/new-dairies-and-technology/do-you-need-an-upgrade/
-
Choosing your dairy and yard type
Get help and advice in deciding which dairy type best suits your needs.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/new-dairies-and-technology/choosing-your-dairy-and-yard-type/
-
Herringbone Exit
Exit races should be designed to enable easy drafting and ensure cows can leave the platform quickly and safely.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/herringbone-design/herringbone-exit/
-
Herringbone Entry
The connection between the yard and the inside of the dairy should be designed to encourage cows to enter, and improve cow flow.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/milking-efficiently/cow-flow/herringbone-design/herringbone-entry/
-
Bail and Pit
The design of the milking bail, pipework and pit are important factors in welfare and ensuring good cow flow into the dairy.
-
Dairy environments
Creating a good dairy environment is key to an efficient milking. This includes dairy design and milker behaviour.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/dairy-stockmanship/dairy-environments/