Cow shed In Katwoude, we have a straw yard barn for our Jersey cows. In this stable, the cows can move around freely and find a place in the straw to lay down. We have noticed that the cows move more freely, are less stiff and that a natural ranking arises among the animals, which results in healthy and happy cows. The barn is mucked out, and fresh straw is provided every day. The solid manure from the barn is less acidic and produces more organic matter, which is better for the soil. Since the start of the year, part of our straw manure goes to a farmer; he uses this manure to grow his biodynamic crops. In return, we purchase organic crops as feed for our cows. Healthy animals It goes without saying that our livestock farmers participate in the national programs focused on the field of animal health and welfare. Independent external parties check for diseases, and there are clear guidelines that our dairy farmers strictly follow. In our Milk & More program we provide additional agreements for a sustainable dairy chain. “100% of our cow farmers comply with grazing, which makes us proud!” René van der Velde - Quality Subject Objective Result 2020 Result 2021 Lifespan >6 years 6 6 Antibiotics <3 animal day doses 2,24 2,36 Calf Mortality <10% - 2,3 Objectives and results of our Henri Willig Milk & More program at the locations of our cow farmers, from whom we process conventional milk.
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