Question

State the function of any six parts of a zero grazing unit in dairy farming.

Answer 1

1. Milking stall - restraining cows during milking
2. Calf pen - rearing calf up to weaning
3. Sleeping cubicles - provide shelter and warmth
4. Loafing area/walking area -dunging, feeding, exercise and sunning.
5. Feed and water troughs – feeding and watering the animals
6. Feed preparation room – preparing feed rations and chopping fodder.
7. Store - storing/keeping dairy equipments/feeds
8. Manure storage area and storage of manure
9. Milk recording room – recording manure individual milk production.