Equipment should fit the species, herd or flock size, farm layout, available power, cleaning requirements and expected service support.
Selection and maintenance
- Compare purchase price with capacity, safety, electricity or fuel use, cleaning and repair access.
- Examples include feeders, drinkers, milking equipment, egg handling, manure handling and small-scale feed preparation equipment.
- Keep routine maintenance records and safe operating procedures.
- Check that equipment surfaces and systems are suitable for food or feed contact where relevant.
Important: Local production, animal-health, certification and scheme requirements vary. Confirm details with the competent state authority or a qualified local adviser before spending or applying inputs.