TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
California's dairy families continue to improve their farming operations, and they are committed to investing in innovative technologies that benefit their animals and their communities.
Manure solid separators create organic compost and reduce methane emissions.
Dairy barns have a cooling system to keep cows comfortable on hot days: fans, misters, and/or soakers.
There are currently 16 dairy digesters across the state, turning manure into renewable energy.
Sub-surface drip irrigation is a type of "precision agriculture" technology that increases water efficiency.
Dairy farm families harvest renewable energy with large solar panel installations.
LED lighting and other energy-efficient techniques are used in milking parlors, freestall barns and offices.
Dairies continue to convert diesel irrigation pumps to electric pumps, reducing their carbon "hoofprint."
Recycled water is used to cool milking talks, sanitize equipment, and wash cows.