Did you know that already more than 30.000 farmers worldwide adopted automated manure cleaning solutions?
Every dairy farmer knows the importance of a clean barn. It’s essential for cow health, milk quality, and overall farm performance. Yet, traditional manure cleaning methods often fall short. Labour shortages, maintenance issues, and barn layout constraints can make scraping a daily challenge.
What if there is a more efficient and smarter way forward? Automation offers a powerful and proven solution. Did you know that already more than 30.000 farmers worldwide adopted automated manure cleaning solutions? Let’s dive into why automated manure cleaning is becoming essential and how it can help farmers overcome daily obstacles.
Do you recognise these challenges?
- Labour shortages and succession planning – When workers leave, finding replacements is tough. Automation reduces reliance on manual labour and makes farming more appealing to the next generation.
- Maintenance headaches – Conventional scraping systems require frequent rope changes and repairs, costing time and money.
- Deep bedding stress – Sand and other bedding materials complicate cleaning routines.
- Limited cleaning with traditional scrapers – Tight corners and irregular layouts often remain dirty, impacting hygiene.
How automatic manure cleaning can improve hygiene, labour efficiency and cow health
- Adaptability – Automatic manure cleaning systems fit almost any barn layout, including sheds with complex corners.
- Proven technology – With over 20 years of experience in manure handling, the Lely solutions are robust and reliable.
- Robust design – Stainless steel construction and no moving parts in manure mean minimal maintenance and long service life.
- Flexibility for bedding – Advanced systems can handle sand barns and adapt to different cleaning needs.
Efficiency that pays off
Automation isn’t just about convenience it’s about performance. Continuous cleaning contributes to improved hygiene, reduces hoof problems, and lowers ammonia emissions. This leads to healthier cows, better milk quality, and fewer veterinary costs.
And let’s not forget labour savings. Automatic cleaning frees up hours every day, allowing you to focus on what matters most: your herd and your business.
Why are dairy farmers switching to automation?
The dairy industry is evolving. Labour is scarce, sustainability is critical, and efficiency is non-negotiable. Automatic manure cleaning addresses all these challenges in one smart solution. At Lely, we would love to be your partner in automatic manure handling. We have over 20 years of experience and a reliable network of Lely Center facilities worldwide, which will help you optimise your farm results with our proven manure solutions—such as the Lely Discovery Scraper and Lely Discovey Collector—designed for both solid and dense barn floors.
