WATER
Like oxygen, water is the prerequisite for life on Earth. Nothing would exist without water - not even dairy farms. Cows should always have access to fresh water, but that is still not the norm at many farms, especially in the summer. However, cow milk is roughly 87 % water.
In indoor cattle farming, we monitor the amount of water, the feed ration composition, ambient temperature, and water temperature. All these factors have a significant impact on milk production. If the cows have trouble accessing water and do not drink enough, milk yields go down.
Drinking troughs provide a sufficient water supply for stabled cows by regulating the water flow and ensuring an ideal water level for drinking.
Drinkers make water intake easier for cows – both in areas where they are only rarely (such as the calving pens or separation areas) and in frequently accessed areas, such as the barns and pastures.