Dairy Robots
Dairy Robots are a key segment of agricultural automation tracked by MondayRobotics. There are currently 5 dairy robots in our directory from leading manufacturers, with prices ranging from budget-friendly to enterprise-scale solutions.
Automated milking and dairy farm management systems
5 robots in this category
What are Dairy Robots?
Dairy robots are automated systems designed for milking, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring dairy cattle. Robotic milking systems allow cows to be milked on their own schedule, improving animal welfare and milk quality while reducing labor requirements. These systems represent the most mature segment of agricultural robotics, with over 100,000 units deployed worldwide.
Key Benefits
- ✓Reduce milking labor by 80-100% with fully automated robotic milking
- ✓Increase milk production by 10-15% as cows are milked more frequently
- ✓Improve milk quality through individual cow monitoring and early mastitis detection
- ✓Enhance animal welfare by allowing cows to choose when they're milked
- ✓Provide detailed individual cow health, production, and activity data
Common Use Cases
- →Automated milking for herds of 60-1,000+ cows per robot unit
- →Individual cow health monitoring and early disease detection
- →Automated feed pushing and precision feeding based on production
- →Barn cleaning and manure management automation
- →Calf feeding and management with automated systems
Dairy Robots Comparison Table
Compare all 5 robots side-by-side
| Robot | Price Range | Status | Labor Reduction | Payback | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProTube Prime | Contact for pricing | commercial | — | — | — |
| Lely Vector Feed Mixer | $200K - $350K | commercial | 80% | 36mo | — |
| DeLaval VMS V310 | $170K - $280K | commercial | 75% | 48mo | 65-70 cows per unit |
| Lely Juno Feed Pusher | $15K - $25K | commercial | 40% | 18mo | — |
| Lely Astronaut A5 | $150K - $250K | commercial | 75% | 48mo | 60-70 cows per unit |
NewProTube Prime
The ProTube Prime is a cutting-edge distribution head designed for the precise dosing of liquid manure streams, enhancing consistency in fertilization even at low flow rates. This innovation aims to improve efficiency in crop management and address the growing demand for precision fertilization techniques.
Lely Vector Feed Mixer
The Lely Vector is a fully autonomous feed mixing and distribution system for dairy farms. It automatically loads roughage, concentrates, and minerals from storage, mixes them according to individual ration recipes, and distributes fresh feed to different cow groups throughout the day. Operating 24/7 without any human intervention, it can deliver up to 20 feedings per day, providing cows with consistently fresh feed that stimulates intake and improves milk production by 5-8%. The system's kitchen unit stores and processes feed components while the autonomous feeding wagon navigates barn alleys using sensors and route memory. Over 1,500 units are deployed on dairy farms worldwide.
DeLaval VMS V310
The DeLaval VMS V310 is a voluntary milking system that allows cows to choose when they want to be milked, combining robotic milking with comprehensive herd management. Its InControl system uses 3D teat detection cameras and automated cup attachment to milk cows efficiently, achieving attachment success rates above 99%. The system monitors milk quality through cell count sensors, blood detection, and conductivity measurement, automatically diverting abnormal milk. Individual cow production tracking enables precision feeding and early disease detection, improving both yield and animal welfare. With over 50,000 robotic milking installations globally, DeLaval is one of the two dominant players in automatic milking alongside Lely.
Lely Juno Feed Pusher
The Lely Juno is an autonomous feed-pushing robot that continuously keeps fresh feed within reach of dairy cows, stimulating feed intake and boosting milk production. Operating on a programmed schedule throughout the day and night, it navigates the feed alley using route memory and obstacle detection sensors to push scattered feed back toward the feeding fence. The battery-powered unit runs for 8-12 hours per charge and weighs 340 kg, with a push width of 1.8 meters suited for standard dairy barn layouts. Studies have shown that more frequent feed pushing increases dry matter intake by 3-5%, which translates directly to higher milk yields and healthier cows. The Juno is one of the simplest and most cost-effective dairy automation investments, typically paying for itself within 18 months through labor savings and production gains.
Lely Astronaut A5
The Lely Astronaut A5 is a fully automatic robotic milking system that allows dairy cows to choose when they want to be milked, improving animal welfare and increasing milk production by up to 12%. The system identifies each cow individually, attaches the milking cups automatically using 3D camera technology, and monitors milk quality in real time by measuring color, conductivity, and temperature. Each A5 unit can handle 60-70 cows with an average of 2.5-3 milkings per day per cow, significantly reducing the daily labor burden on dairy farmers. The automatic cleaning cycle between each cow ensures hygiene standards exceed manual milking, reducing mastitis rates and improving overall herd health. With over 40,000 units installed worldwide, the Astronaut A5 is the most widely deployed robotic milking system in the dairy industry.
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