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Cow Tracks
Effective cow tracks are crucial to maximise grass utilisation. If grazing is an integral part of your dairy system, cow track quality needs to be high.
We are assessing some of the cow track options to compare cost effectiveness and practical use. MP & KM Golding have constructed three different tracks at Bridge Farm. They are:
- Rubble based track
- Rubble based track with cement mixed in
- Concrete sleepers
The different track constructions will be tested for longevity under heavy use and cow preference to different surfaces.
Ongoing results are reported to members. Learn more about joining Kingshay.
Type of Track |
Width (m) |
£ per m2 |
£ per
|
|
| Cow Track | Repair existing stone track New track with rubble Concrete Sleepers New concrete track - 4" (1000mm) deep |
3 3 2.4 3 |
£2.00 £4.80 £12.22 £17.13 |
£6.00 £14.40 £29.33 £51.40 |
| Cow & Tractor Track |
Repair existing stone track & mix in cement New track with rubble & mix in cement New concrete track - 6" (150mm) deep |
3 3 3 |
£9.50 £12.30 £20.78 |
£28.50 £36.90 £62.35 |