FeedingGet more from every ration.

The smaXtec Feeding Tool shows how your cows respond to your feeding strategies. Changes in rumination at the individual-cow and group level are displayed within the Feeding Tool for your reference.

pH is used to see how feed affects the rumen environment. Since it is influenced almost exclusively by feed, pH data allows you to assess how your ration impacts the cow. This continuous measurement from within the reticulum is only possible with the smaXtec bolus.

The smaXtec pH bolus measures pH directly in the reticulum and provides the essential basis for objectively assessing the impact of your ration. Not every cow needs to have a pH bolus. We recommend using the pH bolus in 6 to 10% of the herd or feeding group.

Rumination can be used to assess your daily feeding strategy and herd health and detect changes as early as possible. Continuous pH measurement is particularly useful when you want to investigate feeding problems in greater detail. It shows how your ration impacts the rumen environment and where adjustments are possible.

Yes, you can easily add the smaXtec pH bolus, even if you already use smaXtec. This extends your system with continuous pH data from the reticulum and gives you an even more precise view of how your ration works inside the cow.

The measurement provides objective data directly from inside the cow. During advisory sessions, this data is considered together with your herd’s health, milk yield, ration and feeding management. This shows you how your feeding works and allows you to outline specific measures for a healthy, high-performing and efficient herd.

smaXtec makes changes visible where they arise: inside the cow. These include responses to feed changes, feed heating, fluctuating feed quality, sorting, and unrest and stress in the group. This allows you to investigate possible causes of unusual rumination activity in a targeted way.