Radnor Properties Tyrendarra
Farm size: 708 hectares, 1450 friesian-cross
Dairy shelter constructed in 2015
Shelter size 2,400sqm
Radnor Properties were looking for an easier way to manage winter calving for both staff and animals. They had an existing calving pad which would become slop after two weeks during the winter calving. Martin says since putting in the shelter they are improving with every calving. They have less calf morbidity, RFMs, metobolic issues and can better control the cow’s feed.
Martin says they can rest easy on those rough nights, knowing their animals are under the shelter, relaxed and comfortable which is better for everyone.