Compost Bedded Pack Barn Design. Features and Management Considerations
Published: July 11, 2019
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Introduction The compost bedded pack barn is a housing system for lactating dairy cows. It consists of a large, open resting area, usually bedded with sawdust or dry, fine wood shavings and manure composted into place and mechanically stirred on a regular basis. The most critical success factor for managing a compost bedded pack barn is providing a comfortable, dry resting surface for lacta...
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University of Kentucky
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31 de julio de 2019
I understand that sugar cane bagases is being used successfully in those countries where is available.
Rice and coffee hulls are also alternatives, although not very absorbent.
I have to point out the added value of the composted bedding. I realize it, every time that I go to Lows to buy compost for my garden. A 50 lb bag will cost me almost $10 manure.
Good work.
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31 de julio de 2019
Excellent idea.
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1 de agosto de 2019
Well done, excellent article
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5 de agosto de 2019
Beautiful innovative idea/approach mixing with old and new traditions.
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21 de marzo de 2020
Will it be necessary to give a difference in level to the compost barn floor of 2 to 2.5% to recover those relieved?
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