Implications of the introduction of automatic milking on dairy farms: progress during the first 12 months

摘要

During the first twelve months of the European project, 'Implications of the introduction of automatic milking on dairy farms' experimental set-ups have been developed, discussed and partially started. The first results have been compiled in four reports. The atmosphere among the partners is good and farmers involved are in general positively minded about the project. This offers good opportunities for prosperous future activities. In the Mastitis Newsletter No 24 in 2001 the set up of the project was elucidated. This article gives an up to date overview on the progress of the project.