As part of the UseCase, the potential of vital parameters to adapt rations is to be assessed, thereby creating the basis for optimized ration design on dairy farms and further research work in this area. A balanced, performance-adjusted ration is essential for the well-being of dairy cows and has a direct impact on their performance. In addition to the individual animal, the focus is increasingly on the herd and potential for optimization in operational management is highlighted. In this context, the health and performance of the entire herd should also be ensured through targeted adjustment of the feed ration.  

In the current UseCases, the experimental herd at the Hetwin company's farm is also equipped with sensors for pH measurement in the rumen, and the ration is varied over the experimental period. The feed template as well as the documentation and adjustment of the recipe is carried out by a Hetwin ARANOM feeding robot.  

As part of the use case, the following questions, among others, should be taken into account:  

What impact do defined changes to the recipe have on animal health? What direct conclusions can be drawn from the sensor data for ration design? What possibilities does this offer for networking automated feeding and health monitoring?