Use of rubber coated flooring in alleys improves and stimulates safe cow movement

Concrete is a hard and abrasive surface for cows to stand and walk on. Rubber matting is designed to increase grip and create a softer surface, increasing cow comfort and health. Farmers should consider implementing rubber matting in high risk and high use areas to improve animal welfare and production.

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Ubicación
  • Europe
Autores
  • EN - Kate McCarthy
Propósito
  • Education/Training
  • Communication
  • Dissemination
Tipo de fichero
Document
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366 kB
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30-06-2024
Lengua de origen
English
Sitio web oficial del proyecto
R4D
Licencia
CC BY-NC-ND

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