Promising practical trials FarmManager For Layers
Starting in October, Fancom will be introducing an entirely new management program especially for layer producers, FarmManager For Layers™. FarmManager For Layers™ registers the key performance indicators in the layer house and presents a clear overview of the prevailing situation.
The program is currently undergoing trials at two sites. The initial experiences of the users are extremely positive.
One of the test locations is Zonnefarm run by the Lith family in Sterksel. Even though they have only been using the program for a short time the advantages are already apparent: “FarmManager For Layers™ gives me a simultaneous overview of the situation on my three locations, that saves time. The dashboard helps me to focus and get a good picture of what is happening in my layer houses. I only need to zoom in to a particular situation for a closer investigation if I see a red light. This gives me the chance to intervene before my production starts to run risks”.
The program continually monitors online indicators such as: laying percentage, egg weight, egg mass, feed consumption, feed per egg and feed conversion rate.
The program combines all the latest data from the climate, feed, weighing and counting computers in the house and compares the information with the index figures according to the standard, the farm average or the average of the group. The program uses a clear dashboard and helps the user focus and keep a good overview.
FarmManager For Layers™ is an indispensable tool when making important management decisions for modern layer farmers who want to get top performances from their birds. The producer can adapt his strategy to achieve the optimal balance between feeding, climate and egg production for maximum production figures at minimum cost, with healthy animals and a minimum burden on the environment.
