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Sept. 5, 2019

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Enhanced Lely Calm calf feeder for optimal hygiene

Lely announces its enhanced automated calf feeding system, the Lely Calm. Key improvements of the new Lely Calm are focused on optimal hygiene. A hygiene box and tailor-made detergents result in a fully automated and thorough cleaning process, leaving no space for bacteria that could harm the calf’s health.

May 23, 2019

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Better with Robots

Podcast with Brian Houin of Homestead Dairy, the largest robotic dairy in North America

Two years after their first start up, Homestead Dairy is currently the largest robotic dairy in North America with 36 milking robots. Brian Houin joins Preston Vincent and talks about why they chose robots, the factors that influenced the decisions they made prior to their first startup and the takeaways they have learned since. Brian also discusses the differences he has seen in herd behavior, health, reproduction, production, genetics and more.

Oct. 19, 2018

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Future of Dairy Scholarship Returns for Third Year

For the third year, Lely North America is proud to present the Future of Dairy Scholarship Program. Beginning in 2016, five (5) qualified students residing in either Canada or the U.S. are chosen annually to receive a one-year, $1,000 scholarship.

Sept. 7, 2018

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Increased return on investment with the Lely Astronaut A5

The Lely Astronaut A5 milking robot is built to achieve a significant lower cost price per kilo milk. Maintenance is limited thanks to its solid construction with limited loose parts. And smart techniques lead to minimum energy use. Built to last, a trustworthy partner on your dairy farm.

Aug. 10, 2018

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Maximum cow comfort for happy cows

A healthy and stress-free cow is a happy cow. An animal that brings more milk in the tank. With the Lely Astronaut A5, you’ll achieve optimal cow comfort for your cows. Features such as the I-flow concept, hybrid arm and smooth teat cup detection contribute to the cows’ natural rhythm and comfort.

July 9, 2018

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Increased milk yield, decreased failures

Service technicians about the Lely Astronaut A5

Technicians talking about working with the Lely Astronaut A5 milking robot: a smooth and silent working machine bringing less alarms, less calls and maximum uptime. Delivering more milk in the tank and improved company results.