Te Pari Introduces Modular AB Race for Enhanced Dairy Farm Safety

Te Pari, a company headquartered in Oamaru, New Zealand, has unveiled a new modular artificial breeding (AB) race designed to enhance safety and efficiency on dairy farms. This development comes as the artificial breeding season heightens the need for efficient cattle handling. The modular AB race can be easily integrated into both new and existing dairy facilities, offering improved safety and access for technicians and farm staff.

Due to updated health and safety standards, AB technicians are now prohibited from working in herringbone pits, prompting many dairy farmers to upgrade their facilities with compliant AB races. The new Te Pari AB race meets these standards and offers various benefits, including reduced risk of injury to cows, staff, and technicians, faster insemination processes, and a calmer environment for the animals.

The design features an optimal race width of 1050mm, allowing cows to stand at an angle, which improves access for AB technicians and reduces delays and injury risks. Additionally, the modular AB race can be equipped with an optional pit, facilitating tasks such as teat sealing. The pit is covered with durable fibre reinforced plastic (FRP) grating, which is removable for easy access and provides a non-slip surface for technicians.

The new AB race also supports other essential farm operations like vaccinations, blood testing, and scanning, making it a versatile addition to dairy farms. This innovation aligns with Livestock Improvement Corporation's (LIC) updated AB facility standards, ensuring compliance and improved operational efficiency in the dairy breeding sector.