Dairy cows
These are the main shelters for dairy cows. Depending on the farm's setup, cows might be kept in freestall barns (individual stalls with bedding), tie-stall barns (cows are tied in individual stalls), or pasture-based systems. These barns provide protection from harsh weather conditions and also offer a controlled environment for managing the cows' health and comfort.
Milking parlour
This is where the milking of cows takes place. Milking parlors can vary in design, with options like herringbone, parallel, or rotary parlors. Modern milking parlors often use automated milking machines that milk multiple cows simultaneously, ensuring efficiency and reducing labor.
Calves
The calf rearing area. Young calves are typically kept separate from adult cows to ensure proper care and growth. Calf rearing facilities have individual pens or group housing systems and provide the necessary nutrition, warmth, and attention to help calves develop into healthy replacements for the milking herd.
Hygienic entry
Many farms that focus on biosecurity include a hygienic farm entry area, usually a disinfection gate or manual cleaning and disinfection are for trucks, goods or persons that enter the farm.
Biosecurity programsfor dairy farms
Dairy
HyCare Biosecurity program for Calves
Cleaning and Disinfection
Proper cleaning and disinfection of calf huts is essential to prevent cross-contamination and protect the health of young calves. Following the right protocols and maintaining a consistent cleaning schedule creates a safe, hygienic rearing environment.
For optimal results, use MS TopFoam Power – a very strong alkaline foam cleaner with >60 minutes contact time. As the most powerful cleaner in the TopFoam range, it effectively removes even the toughest organic contamination commonly found in calf housing. Its long-lasting foam ensures maximum surface coverage, making cleaning both thorough and efficient.
Dry living environment
Keeping calf huts dry and hygienic is just as important as thorough cleaning and disinfection. Excess moisture increases the risk of bacterial growth, respiratory problems, and discomfort, which can negatively affect calf health and growth.
MS DryCare helps create a clean, dry environment by offering >200% moisture absorption, very low dust dispersion, and pH neutrality. This powerful hygiene powder improves calf comfort, reduces disease pressure, and supports healthy development—ensuring young animals get the best possible start.
Proper cleaning and disinfection of calf huts is essential to prevent cross-contamination and protect the health of young calves. Following the right protocols and maintaining a consistent cleaning schedule creates a safe, hygienic rearing environment.
For optimal results, use MS TopFoam Power – a very strong alkaline foam cleaner with >60 minutes contact time. As the most powerful cleaner in the TopFoam range, it effectively removes even the toughest organic contamination commonly found in calf housing. Its long-lasting foam ensures maximum surface coverage, making cleaning both thorough and efficient.
Keeping calf huts dry and hygienic is just as important as thorough cleaning and disinfection. Excess moisture increases the risk of bacterial growth, respiratory problems, and discomfort, which can negatively affect calf health and growth.
MS DryCare helps create a clean, dry environment by offering >200% moisture absorption, very low dust dispersion, and pH neutrality. This powerful hygiene powder improves calf comfort, reduces disease pressure, and supports healthy development—ensuring young animals get the best possible start.
Contact our dairy manager
Martijn Schippers
Martijn Schippers is the General Manager for Schippers USA.