Concentrates according to requirements
Cosmix
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Feed every cow according to her needs
The Lely Cosmix is designed to provide concentrate feed based on the individual needs of each cow. Working together with Lely Horizon, Astronaut and cow identification technologies, Cosmix helps deliver the right amount of concentrate at the right moment. This supports a tailored feeding approach and gives farmers greater insight into concentrate intake across the herd.
USP's of the Lely Cosmix
Smart concentrate feeding
The Lely Cosmix provides concentrate feed according to the individual needs of each cow. It can be used to supplement cows that require additional concentrate beyond what is provided during milking, supporting a tailored feeding strategy.
Accurate feed allocation
Integrated software helps allocate concentrate according to the feeding strategy defined for each cow. The dispensing system is designed to provide small, accurate portions, helping support efficient feed management and minimise feed waste.
Insight into concentrate intake
Connected with Lely Horizon, Cosmix provides visibility into concentrate intake at cow level. Combined with production and milking information, these insights can support feeding decisions and herd management.
Flexible feeding for every cow
Available as the Cosmix P with a protection gate, the system can provide cows with a dedicated feeding space while eating. This can help ensure concentrate is available to different cows within the herd according to the farm's feeding strategy.
How it works
Feed the right amount at the right time
The cow is identified
Using the Tags identification system, Cosmix recognises each cow individually when she enters the feeding station.
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Feed allocation is calculated
The feed allocation stored in Horizon determines how much concentrate the cow may receive during her visit.
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Concentrates are dispensed
Cosmix provides the allocated amount according to the feeding strategy and the cow's individual requirements.
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Feed intake is recorded
Information about concentrate intake is collected and made available in Horizon for further analysis and management.
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Insights support future decisions
Feeding and production information help farmers continuously fine-tune their feeding strategy.
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Feeding strategy
Turn feed data into feeding decisions
Feeding is one of the largest costs on many dairy farms. With Horizon, concentrate intake data from Cosmix can be combined with production and cow information, helping you make well-informed feeding decisions for individual cows and groups.
FAQ
Questions asked about the Cosmix
The Lely Cosmix is a concentrate feeding station that provides feed according to the individual requirements of each cow. It works alongside Lely Astronaut, Horizon and cow identification
Feed allocations are calculated through Horizon and linked to the individual cow. Cosmix automatically dispenses the amount assigned according to the feeding strategy.
Yes. Cosmix can be used to provide concentrates to heifers, dry cows and cows that do not consume their full concentrate allocation during milking
Cosmix P includes a protection gate that closes while a cow is feeding, helping lower-ranking cows access their concentrate ration without disturbance. Cosmix S does not include this gate.
Yes. Horizon provides feed allocation calculations and insight into concentrate intake and feeding performance.
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