Comparative Analysis of Milking Systems in Nova Scotia to improve efficiency and sustainability of water resource

This project will provide a detailed evaluation of the energy, water and labour requirements of the four different types of milking systems used in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia currently has 36 robotic milking systems installed with more expected in the near future. It is generally considered that robotic systems use more water than free stall systems, however tie stall systems use less than free stall. If the industry is moving to high water use systems then such evaluations are important to ensure a sustainable and responsible approach to water use if achieved.

Faculty Supervisor:

Kenneth Corscadden

Student:

Allan Thomson

Partner:

Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Energy

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Accelerate

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