project - EIP-AGRI Operational Group
NextMix – sensor-based real-time feeding of ruminants
Project details
- Main funding source
- CAP Strategic Plans 2023-2027 for Operational Groups
- Additional funding source
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- Others
- startup 198.502,00 €
- Project contribution to EU Strategies
- Improving management of natural resources used by agriculture, such as water, soil and air
- Territorial scope
- National
Budget information
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EAFRD contribution EUR 95 455.80
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EAFRD contribution EUR 58 362.80100%
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EAFRD contribution EUR 198 502.0050%
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startup EUR 198 502.0050%
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EAFRD contribution EUR 79 666.08
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1 Practice Abstracts
Improvement of feeding precision in dairy livestock feed through the use of novel sensor technology in the feed mixer before, during and after the mixing process of a Totalen Mixed ration (TMR): Due to changing weather conditions and increasing extreme climate conditions (heating periods or heavy precipitation), the dry matter content (TS) in the slicing area of silage is highly volatile. The fluctuating moisture content in the basic feed (grassage/maize silage) leads to inaccurate feed rations for the cows. These inaccuracies reduce feed efficiency and cause metabolic disorders in cows and inconsistent milk yields and ingredients. Moreover, the quantities of feed needed are difficult to plan, which may result in an empty trough or large feed residues. A homogenous feed mix avoids searching for individual feeding grounds, resulting in a more calm herd overall.
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