How to Detect Estrus in Cows? Smart Methods
Dairysense
Heat detection in cows is of critical importance for the reproductive performance and milk production of the herd. Failure to accurately detect estrus leads to insemination failures and a prolongation of the service period. This situation directly and significantly affects the profitability of the enterprise. Every missed heat cycle (an average of 21 days) means extra days during which the cow cannot be milked.
What Are the Symptoms of Heat?
Heat in cows generally recurs in cycles of 18-24 days and its active period lasts an average of 12-18 hours. The most common symptoms are:
Why Does Observation Fall Short?
The traditional method, human observation, must be carried out at least 3 times a day for a duration of 20-30 minutes. However, according to statistics, a large portion of cows show heat symptoms during the night hours, when the surroundings quiet down. Moreover, in modern high-yielding breeds, cases we call "silent heat," where physical symptoms (such as mounting) are very little, are rapidly increasing. It is almost impossible for the human eye to notice this.
Modern and Smart Tracking Methods
This is exactly where advanced sensor devices like digital herd tracking programs, Dairysense Smart Cow Collar (Dairycollar), and Pedometer (s-Tag) come into play.
These smart devices attached to the animal's neck or leg track the animal's mobility (step count, lying-standing) 24/7. When the cow comes into heat, there is a sudden and measurable increase in her mobility, while a drop in rumination time is observed. The AI-supported Dairysense Herd Management System analyzes these behaviors within seconds, compares them with previous data, and instantly sends notifications to the farmer via Telegram, SMS, or Mobile Application.
Furthermore, the system displays the "Optimal Time Window for Insemination" (for example: the next 12-18 hours), maximizing the success of insemination. Ensure your profitability by reducing the empty days (days open) in your enterprise with Dairysense technology.
