Rotary to robot switch working for large-scale herd

Recent investment in a new housing facility and milking regime is helping to drive herd performance and efficiency for the Laird family at Blythbridge Holsteins

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Rotary to robot switch working for large-scale herd

Recent investment in a new housing facility and milking regime is helping to drive herd performance and efficiency for the Laird family at Blythbridge Holsteins With an expanding herd and eye on long-term...

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