However, these systems must be suitable for the operation and used accordingly. If this is the case, they can take over regular tasks or be very helpful in decision-making and control.
The new 12-page ÖAG information sheet from the Feeding Working Group deals with sensor systems in dairy barns, which are located on the animals (collar, ears, etc.) or inside the animals (rumen) . The information sheet provides details on the various applications and many tips for handling the systems.
Order option:
- free for ÖAG members or.
- Order at cost price at gruenland-viehwirtschaft.at
Authors:
Sebastian Ortner BSc, LK Tirol, DI Magdalena Waldauer and DI Christian Fasching, HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
Source:
S. Ortner, M. Waldauer, C. Fasching (2023): Improving animal observation with sensor systems. ÖAG-Info 1/2023. Austrian Working Group for Grassland and Livestock Farming (ÖAG) Irdning-Donnersbachtal, 12 pages.
