Engineering Applications for Dairy Production Systems

Kevin Janni, Professor, Head, and Extension Engineer
Larry Jacobson, Professor and Extension Engineer
David Schmidt, Assistant Extension Engineer

Objective

To develop educational materials and programs for dairy producers, consultants, and processing industry personnel about profitable dairy housing systems, manure management, and milking system alternatives.

Need or Impact

Minnesota’s milk production exceeded 8.81 billion pounds in 2001. Many Minnesota dairy producers continue to upgrade and modernize their dairy operations to: improve working conditions; reduce work time to provide more time for family, management, or rest; improve cow comfort, cow observation, or management; increase income and profitability; meet environmental regulations; or improve manure management and nutrient use. Targeted materials and programs help producers and their advisors evaluate options for modernizing their dairy operations.

Status

Ongoing.