University of Illinois Extension

Illini DairyNet Papers

Enhancing Productivity With Improved Cow Comfort
David B. Fischer
08/21/2005

TAKE HOME MESSAGES

  • Cow comfort is very dependent on stall design, which significantly impacts udder health, hock sores, hoof integrity and milk production.
  • Design the stalls for the largest cows in the group.
  • Sand base freestalls provide the highest level of cow comfort and cow health when taking all factors into consideration.

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