Dairy farmer well-being and impacts of automation

Studies in Canada and Sweden will hopefully lead to more research on the mental health benefits of using robotic milking systems and automated feeders, here we look at what has been shown so far. At this point in time, many farmers in Europe, North America, and beyond have decided to invest in automated milking systems (AMS) to reap their many benefits. These systems, first and foremost, provide significant labour savings, time flexibility and generally a little more sleep for dairy operators.