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SERVICE PACKAGE FOR CATTLE FARMS

VITAFORT Zrt. firmly believes that apart from high genetic values, excellent quality bulk feeds and additives, farm management is probably even more important for achieving the best results. Innovative solutions are continuously added to our service portfolio. 

EXPERT ADVICE, FARM ADAPTATIONS, PREPARATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FEED MIXES
Preparing farm-specific feed mixes,providing unique, specially adapted products and regular maintenance. 
Continuous control, regular consultations between our sector specialists and the experts in charge of the farms.
Control programme (analyses, tests, etc.) with the involvement of the regional representative.
Quick on-farm tests  (TMR, fermented bulk feeds, TMR separator, faeces separator, urine tests, testing the farm’s drinking water). 
Mobile laboratory services (AgriNIR).

LABORATORY SERVICES
Full testing of bulk feedsin a chemical laboratory accredited by Vitafortfor preparing feed mixes.

CONFERENCES, ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS ON ANIMAL NUTRITION, NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL PARTNER MEETING
VitaCow Roadshow, Pig Workshop, Vitafort National Professional Partner Meeting

VITAFORT’S OWN PUBLICATIONS, PRINTED AND ONLINE
VitaCow News 


TAILOR-MADE SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN, CONTROL AND FINE-TUNING OF LOCAL TECHNOLOGIES, BASED ON INDIVIDUAL DISCUSSIONS/AGREEMENTS

LABORATORY SERVICES

Testing (e.g. analysis and evaluation of TMR samples, etc.) in chemical and microbiological laboratories, accreditedby Vitafort.

MILK ANALYSIS
New diagnostic and evaluation method for the testing of milk mixtures. It shows what impact the feed has on the cow and which factors should be modified to increase feeding efficiency.

METABOLIC TESTING
In accordance with the agreement signed with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of Szent István University, blood, urine and hair analyses are carried out once or twice a year in order to implement a designed animal nutrition system, the results of which are used to optimise feed mixes and maintain a balanced veterinary status.

REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY TESTS
A multi-level programme involving a veterinary specialist in animal reproduction from the Institute of Animal Husbandry: on-farm assessment of the reproductive state of the herd, extension of the programme through recommendations, introduction of synchronisation methods and on-the-spot ultrasound tests.

DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF FEED MILL INVESTMENTS AND RECONSTRUCTIONS  
Licensing procedure, design and operation of the quality management system

PROVIDING A MIXER-FEEDER VEHICLE ON COST-EFFECTIVE TERMS
We offer favourable terms for buying or financing mixer-feeder vehicles (or other vehicles which help in feeding).

DEVELOPMENT OF AN UDDER HEALTH PROGRAMME
The aim of the programme is to check the udder health of the herd  and use the results to recommend solutions for the problems detected. Our cooperating partner: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of Szent István University. Dr. Péter Kovács.

CLAW DIAGNOSTICS
We use a score system in our programme to assess the mobility of the animals, the prevalence of claw disorders within the herd, the severity of lameness and the predisposing factors. We make recommendations for technical and technological modifications. Our cooperating partner: Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of Szent István University. Dr. Viktor Jurkovits.

REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY PROGRAMME WITH BLOOD TESTS
Blood test to detect early pregnancy  (VSPB test) and progesterone test with continuous evaluation and recommendations, offering the possibility to shorten calving intervals. Our cooperating partner: Dr. György Gábor

ADJUSTED LIFETIME PERFORMANCE PROGRAMME 8, ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
Regular analysis of the farm’s physical efficiency indicators comparing the indicators to local benchmarks (based on current data from around 120 farms) and the indicators of the actual farm’s results over the past 5 years. Modification recommendations, based on the analysis, for increased efficiency. Our cooperating partner: Csókástan Kft.

FRESH COW MANAGEMENT SERVICE
Designing and training on the technology for the period from calving to the first insemination, continuous control of its operation. Our cooperating partner: Dr. Ferenc Kovács

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