Under the motto "Aspects and visions of future-oriented dairy farming", the cattle working group – consisting of 18 members – explored the question of how dairy farming systems can be made even more sustainable, animal-friendly and climate-friendly while remaining competitive. The barn models designed showcase ideas and visions that focus on various aspects: animal welfare economics, ecology and focus on. In addition, specific recommendations for structural and technical design variants and visions for the design of the various functional areas are listed and evaluated. The focused assessments in terms of economics, environmental impact and animal welfare are the result of discussions within the working group and highlight the conflicting objectives.
To the brochure "Overall farm management concept for cattle – dairy cows"
The animal welfare barn shown here primarily takes into account aspects relating to animal welfare. This visionary barn therefore focuses on the animals and disregards construction costs and environmental impacts.
Key aspects:
- Group size max. 60 animals
- No corners
- Free lying area with underfloor extraction to reduce ammonia pollution
- Movement area through specification of feeding areas depending on performance
- Group formation independent of lactation stage and performance
The eco-friendly barn shown here primarily takes environmental aspects into account. This visionary barn therefore focuses on ecology and disregards construction costs and animal welfare.
Key aspects:
- Reduction of sealed surface area
- Reduction of emissions
- Conservation of resources in the areas of water, energy and construction.
The economical barn shown here primarily takes economic aspects into account. This visionary barn therefore focuses on economics and disregards animal welfare and environmental impacts.
Key aspects:
- Animal-friendly housing
- Partial automation and mechanisation
- Building costs
- Economical arrangement of work areas
