Cattle: Reliable Equipment for Barn, Pasture and Parlour

Cattle: Equipment for Barn, Pasture and Parlour

Keeping cattle means the same routine every day: feeding, watering, milking, checking. For all of that to run without friction, you need equipment that still works reliably after years in the barn. Here you will find feeding technology, barn equipment, care products and milking accessories for dairy cows, beef cattle and young stock, from the smaller holding to the larger herd.

Feeding and supply

The basis of every ration is forage, which covers maintenance requirements. Where milk yield is high or cattle are being finished, concentrate feed tops up energy and protein exactly where it is needed. Around calving and at the start of lactation, minerals move into focus, calcium and phosphorus in particular, given as a bolus or in liquid form. Supplementary feeds of this kind support the supply of nutrients, but they do not replace veterinary care. If you farm organically, you will find certified organic feed that meets the requirements for organic livestock.

Barn, pasture and parlour

In the barn, cattle brushes take care of coat grooming and calmer animals, while wind protection curtains keep draughts out and still let daylight in. Troughs, drinking bowls and calf pens belong to the basic set-up, as do milk filters and the accessories you need for milking. Out on grass, a solid fence and clear identification of your animals are what count. For treatment, hoof trimming or loading, halters, nose tongs and driving aids help you handle even heavy animals safely.

Frequently asked questions

How much concentrate does a dairy cow need?
That depends on milk yield, forage quality and the stage of lactation. The better your forage, the less you need to top up. Work out the exact ration with your feeding adviser.

When is a calcium bolus worth considering?
Usually around calving, when calcium demand rises sharply. A bolus is a supplementary feed and not a medicine. If an animal shows signs of illness, call in your vet.

Is a cattle brush worth it in a loose housing barn?
Many farms report calmer animals and a better kept coat. Whether a swinging brush without power is enough or an electric model suits you better depends on herd size and space.