03/09/2026
๐ฎA Modern Dairy Future ๐ฎ
After more than 25 years in dairy farming, Burra Supply Partner Alastair Grant is embracing new technology to help future-proof his farm.
Recently, Alastair made the move from a rotary dairy to three Lely Astronaut A5 milking robots, a decision driven by a desire to invest in the future of the business and create more flexibility in day-to-day farm life. ๐ค
Unlike a traditional dairy, the Lely A5 allows cows to choose when they want to be milked. The system also provides detailed information on individual cows, helping farmers monitor milk production, animal health and herd performance. ๐
For Alastair, the transition has been about more than technology.
It's about creating a farming system that supports animal wellbeing, improves efficiency and helps ensure the business is well positioned for the future. ๐
Innovation has always played an important role in Australian dairy farming, and it's great to see Gippsland farmers continuing to explore new ways of improving productivity while maintaining the high standards of animal care our industry is known for. ๐๐
We're proud to partner with farmers like Alastair who are helping shape the future of dairy. ๐๐ฅ