FeedScan vs Dairy Ventilation

Submit feed and forage samples to Rock River Laboratory quickly and easily with FeedScan. Recent updates also allow users to view and share results directly from the app, navigate to the nearest sample drop point, and receive important updates from the Rock River Laboratory team. Save time at the bunk with FeedScan sample submission. Rock River Laboratory’s FeedScan app allows you to submit sample information from the field using your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to guide you through the process with no typing or writing. Simply scan the provided barcode, or generate a code on the fly for your sample bag, enter your sample information, and submit. You can even save sample descriptions to track repeated analyses! -Reduce sample information errors -Capture sample details -Unlock sample average information on results reports FeedScan does not require internet connectivity. If you find yourself out of range, sample information is saved and can be submitted when you are back in service. Rock River Laboratory login credentials are required. For more information contact us.

Welcome to the Dairy Ventilation Calculator- a free UW-Madison Extension tool for dairy producers to support decisions about heat stress management and mechanical ventilation in dairy barns. FEATURES - THI (Temperature-Humidity Index) with location-based weather - Adopting Fans calculator — size and select fans for your barn - Evaluating Ventilation calculator — assess existing ventilation performance - Fan Efficiency comparison chart — compare fan models side by side - Payback Period analysis — estimate return on investment for upgrades WHO IT'S FOR - Dairy producers managing heat stress in cow housing - Farm managers planning fan upgrades or new ventilation systems - Extension educators and dairy consultants ABOUT Developed by Nesli Akdeniz in Biological Systems Engineering at UW-Madison as an educational and decision-support tool for dairy producers. Calculations follow established methods used in dairy ventilation design. Results are intended to give general guidance. Final decisions and outcomes remain the responsibility of the user.