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Use of sensors (activity meters) in dairy herds

Level 3 - Extension Workers, Input & Service Providers

Introduction

1. You will learn about...

2. Background

3. Introduction

4. What to do the activity meters/sensors consist of?

5. How the sensors/activity meters measure and the systems work

6. How the sensors/activity meters measure and the systems work Cont'd...

7. Benefits of the sensor/activity meter in a dairy farm

8. Improved labor efficiency

9. Accurate record keeping and real time decision making

10. Reduced health issues and associated cost

11. Improved conception rates

12. Improved cow comfort

13. More productive and sustainable herd

14. More time to enjoy the farm, less time on the telephone

15. How long will it take to pay the cost of the system

16. How long will it take to pay the cost of the system Cont'd...

17. Which cow to use sensors

18. Question to ask before purchasing an activity meter

19. Question to ask before purchasing an activity meter Cont'd...

20. Types of activity meters/sensors

21. Ear tag activity meters/sensors

22. Collar/Neck tag and activity meters/sensors

23. Neck tag sensor for monitoring heat

24. Neck tag sensor for monitoring feeding management

25. Leg activity meters/sensor

26. Leg activity meters/sensor Cont'd...

27. Rumen bolus sensors

28. Rumen bolus sensors Cont'd...

29. Milk activity meters in the milking parlor

30. Milk activity meters in the milking parlor Cont'd...

31. Milk activity meters in the milking parlor Cont'd...

32. Sorting gates activity meters/sensor