8.2

Construction of a small scale zero grazing unit (SNV handbook)

Level 3 - Extension Workers, Input & Service Providers

Introduction

1. You will learn about...

2. Background

3. Introduction to smallholder zero grazing unit

4. Basic principles of cow barn design

5. Site plan

6. Cow comfort

7. Flexible and expandable

8. Simple, robust and economical

9. Optimization of movements, flow and labour efficiency

10. Optimization of movements, flow and labour efficiency Cont'd...

11. Specific aspects for cow barn design

12. Site preparation

13. Proposed construction materials: Wood

14. Proposed construction materials: Wood Cont'd...

15. Proposed construction materials: Steel

16. Proposed construction materials: Steel Cont'd...

17. Roof structure and roof covering

18. Fresh air

19. Fresh air Cont'd...

20. Cow barn ventilation

21. Floors

22. Floors Cont'd...

23. Floors Cont'd...

24. Floors Cont'd...

25. Flooring the walkway

26. Instructions on construction of walkways for cows

27. Resting/laying areas

28. Cubicle bedding depth and quality

29. Cubicle bedding rubber mattress quality

30. Manure collection drain and manure bunker/pit

31. Rain harvesting

32. Cow barn maintenance