The Lely Vector Feed Mixer is a dairy robot by Lely, priced at $200K-$350K. It is commercially available and deployed on farms worldwide. It delivers up to 80% labor cost reduction.
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.
Lely Vector Feed Mixer Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2.1 m³ wagon |
| Feedings | Up to 20/day |
| Components | Roughage + concentrates + minerals |
| Navigation | Sensor-guided |
| Price Range | $200,000 - $350,000 |
| Deployment Status | commercial |
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Lely
Maassluis, Netherlands
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