Jack Rodenburg

Here are some of the most asked questions about robotic milking systems. Answers are based on formal interviews with Canadian robot owners, Ontario milk quality records and European research studies.  How many cows will I have to cull because robots cannot milk them? Ontario farmers reported 0-3 extra culls from an average herd size of 94 cows. These were typically cows with very close tea ...

INTRODUCTION Robotic milking systems depend on voluntary visits by cows to the milking stall. If cows experience electric shocks when visiting the milking stall they are less likely to visit. This Factsheet outlines appropriate testing, correction and prevention options. STRAY VOLTAGEThe most common source of stray voltage in Canada and the U.S. is neutral current generated by normal power co ...