Research in mixed feed distribution line on Latvia university of agriculture training and research milk farm "Vecauce".

Abstract. The operation of the mixed feed concentrate distribution line that is installed on the Latvia University of Agriculture training and research farm „Vecauce ” milk farm has been investigated if it does not ensure regular supply of feed to the feeding stations. It has been stated in the research that at different feeding stations that are connected to the line the consumption of feed concentrate is different, and it interferes with successful operation of the conveyor switching automation. In order to eliminate this drawback several factors are of essential importance: capacity of the feeding station tanks, the tank capacity part at the last station between the feeding conveyor switching on and off sensors as well as the amount of feed at the conveyor part between the two other feeding stations. Key words: mixed feed concentrate, feeding station, dosimeter, feed conveyor, sensor, milking robot.