How to select the location of a cattle farm scientifically and rationally?

Cattle farm site selection is a very important step in our cattle breeding. Many people are troubled by how to scientifically and rationally select cattle farm sites. So let me share with you some of my personal experiences. Opinions are for reference only.

(1) Terrain

The cattle farm should be built on high terrain, leeward and sunny, with solid soil, low groundwater level, high in the north and low in the south, gentle slope, generally flat, and good drainage. place. The ground should be flat with a slight slope (not more than 2.5). No depressions or air outlets are allowed to be built to avoid drainage difficulties during flood season and to prevent cold in winter. Low-lying terrain or high groundwater levels, poor ventilation and drainage, and relative humidity will reduce the thermal insulation performance and service life of the barn. It can also cause pasture to become moldy and rotten, and bacterial parasite eggs can easily multiply, often causing a series of diseases. The ground must be flat and there should not be too many pits or ditches, which would increase the difficulty of investment and construction.

(2) Terrain

The terrain of the cattle farm is required to be open and clean. Ideally, it is square and rectangular to avoid being too narrow and with many corners. There must be enough area, and the area of ??the venue must be spacious enough. The size of a general cattle farm can be calculated based on the area required for each cow (160-200m2) combined with the long-term calculation. The cowshed and cowshed area account for 10 to 20% of the total area of ??the site. In addition, there should be room for future development.

(3) Soil

The soil in cattle farms has a great impact on cattle. The soil is required to be good and the soil is sandy loam. Sandy loam soil is soft in texture and has good water and air permeability. Rainwater and urine are not easy to accumulate, do not harden after rain, and buildings are not susceptible to moisture; the self-purification effect is relatively good, which is beneficial to the cleanliness, sanitation and dryness of cattle sheds and sports grounds, and is beneficial to the prevention of diseases such as hoof disease.

(4) Water source

1. The water source requires enough water to meet the various water needs of the cattle farm, including drinking water for cattle. Cows drink a lot of water every day, 70 to 120L, and calves drink 30 to 50L. In addition, flushing water, irrigation water, domestic water, fire-fighting water, etc. must also be considered. There should be sufficient water sources that meet sanitary requirements to ensure production and living water, drinking water for humans and animals, fire prevention, etc.

2. The water quality is good and does not contain poisons. Comply with the requirements of the "Drinking Water Hygienic Standards" (GB5749) to ensure the safety and health of humans and animals.

3. Convenient access and simple processing technology.

4. Easy to prevent pollution.

The location selection of a cattle farm should consider various factors. The above is my experience summary of some basic considerations for the location of a cattle farm. I hope it will help everyone.