Operational audit
of a dairy farm
Get an objective third-party assessment and practical recommendations for increasing the profitability of milk production on the farm
About us
The Family Dairy Farms project is a nationally recognized leader in the creation and development of dairy farms. The history of the project dates back to 2017, but its foundation is the industrial farm of the Ukrainian State Enterprise, which has been successfully operating since 1999.
PSP Ukraine has 1,321 heads of cattle, including 721 cows. Thanks to the high level of work of the project's specialists in the field of breeding and reproduction, the farm has received the status of a breeding farm for the breeding of Ukrainian Black-and-White and Holstein breeds.
The milk produced at PSP Ukraine is of extra-grade, which guarantees the highest quality. Thanks to the professionalism and well-coordinated work of the chief technologist, veterinarians and zootechnicians, the annual milk yield per cow is 10,200 kg. This is the result of continuous improvement of housing, feeding and animal care conditions.
Корми можна відвантажити з одного з наших складів за адресами:
• с. Здовбиця, Рівненська обл.,вул. Шосова, 275
• с. Іза, Рахівський р-н, Закарпатська обл.
• с. Кути, Косівський р-н, Івано-Франківська обл.
Why do you need a farm audit?
As a rule, farm owners can collect and analyze information about the state of affairs on their farms on their own.
However, there are some obstacles along the way.
“Blurred Eye”
Being in the middle of the process, it can be difficult to remove oneself from the process and objectively assess the state of affairs
“My friends and family say everything is fine”
Owners are trying to reassure themselves because they are unwilling to make changes
“It's the same on other farms”
Owners rely on false evaluation criteria and lower professional standards
“I'm in a special situation”
There is always a temptation not to change the situation, but to find excuses for it
What does the audit include?
Cow management assessment
- Assessment of water supply to cows
- Assessment of resting conditions
- Assessment of lighting and ventilation
Animal assessment
- Evaluation of cow fatness score
- Evaluation of cow limb condition
- Evaluation of cow udder condition
- Evaluation of cow general condition
- Linear assessment of cattle
Limb health
- Assessment of locomotion (degree of lameness)
- Identification of limb lesions
Milking evaluation
- Evaluation of udder preparation for milking
- Evaluation of milking procedure
- Evaluation of post-milking udder treatment
Feeding assessment
- Assessment of feed condition
- Assessment of balanced feeding rations
- Assessment of feed preparation for feeding and feeding procedures
- Assessment of feed consumption by animals
- Assessment of tank milk samples for feeding diagnostics
Assessment of the causes of milk shortage on the farm
- Estimation of losses due to feeding disorders
- Estimation of losses due to limb disease
- Estimation of losses due to udder disease
- Estimation of losses due to reproduction disorders
- Estimation of losses due to cow housing disorders
Reproduction evaluation
- Organizational structure of the herd
- Assessment of the herd structure
- Assessment of reproductive efficiency in cows
- Ultrasound examination of cows
- Identification of gynecological pathologies in cattle
- Assessment of the work of artificial insemination technicians
- Identification of the cause of infertility in cows
- Optimal ratio of sex and age groups
- The effect of feeding on reproduction
- Assessment of raising calves, heifers, heifers
- Monitoring of a set of indicators by season, physiological and technological changes
For whom the audit of farms will be useful
Peasant farms
The audit will help to identify and eliminate shortcomings in farm management, which will contribute to more efficient use of resources. Implementation of practical recommendations will reduce costs and increase cow productivity, which will have a positive impact on farm profitability.
Big industrial farms
The audit will help identify and correct large-scale shortcomings in farm management, which will significantly increase the efficiency of production processes. Experts will provide recommendations for the introduction of the latest technologies and techniques that will allow the farm to remain competitive in the market.
Interaction format and results of the audit
The audit is carried out with a visit of experts to the customer's farm, and experts use their own ultrasound machine to examine cattle. Upon completion of the audit, the customer receives a report with identified shortcomings and practical recommendations.
The report includes
A list of actions to eliminate the shortcomings identified during the audit
General recommendations
Identification of priority areas of work
Proposals for increasing the profitability of milk production
Види кормів
Силос і сінаж, що доступні у нас, упаковані в беги по 1 тонні, що забезпечує зручний та безпечний транспорт. А комбікорм доступний у мішках по 25 кг, щоб ви могли точно дозувати кількість корму для кожної тварини.
* Ферми-учасники проєкту "Сімейні молочні ферми" отримують знижку при купівлі корму.
Комбікорм
Пакування – мішки, 25 кг
12,5 грн/кг *
В комбікорм входять зернові корми (пшениця, кукурудза, тритікале) білкові корми (суха пивна барда і шрот соняшника, премікс і мінеральні добавки.
Комбікорм виробляється на кормоцентрі проєкту «Сімейні молочні ферми». Основа - власно вирощені за всіма правилами зернові.
Комбікорм призначений для балансування потреб корів у поживних речовинах, відповідно до наявних кормів в раціоні.
Продукт спрямований на збільшення молочної продуктивності корівки. Комбікорм підвищує жирність молока, збільшуючи в ньому вміст білка.
Використання нашого комбікорму знижує витрати на основні корми, покращує і збагачує харчування корів.
* Ферми-учасники проєкту "Сімейні молочні ферми" отримують знижку при купівлі корму.
В комбікорм входять зернові корми (пшениця, кукурудза, тритікале) білкові корми (суха пивна барда і шрот соняшника, премікс і мінеральні добавки.
Комбікорм виробляється на кормоцентрі проєкту «Сімейні молочні ферми». Основа - власно вирощені за всіма правилами зернові.
Комбікорм призначений для балансування потреб корів у поживних речовинах, відповідно до наявних кормів в раціоні.
Продукт спрямований на збільшення молочної продуктивності корівки. Комбікорм підвищує жирність молока, збільшуючи в ньому вміст білка.
Використання нашого комбікорму знижує витрати на основні корми, покращує і збагачує харчування корів.
* Ферми-учасники проєкту "Сімейні молочні ферми" отримують знижку при купівлі корму.
Reviews
Halyna Kuzmych, family dairy farm “Molochna Riviera”
The audit results are extremely valuable for my farm. The report describes in detail all aspects of cow husbandry and health, which allowed me to get a clear picture of the current state of the farm. Information about the fatness, condition of the limbs, udders and general condition of the cows allowed us to make adjustments to the feeding and health care programs. Evaluation of feed rations and feed preparation has become the basis for improving feeding processes, ensuring more efficient use of resources.
Oleh Repa, head of Oleske Moloko farm
Conducting a comprehensive audit at Oleske Moloko farm allowed us to get a detailed and comprehensive picture of the livestock farming situation. The assessment of cow housing, including water supply, resting conditions, lighting and ventilation, helped to identify key areas for improvement.
An assessment of the herd's organizational structure and reproductive efficiency, including ultrasound examinations and gynecological pathologies, helped to improve herd management and ensure the health and productivity of the cows.
Evaluation of feed rations and feed preparation became the basis for improving feeding processes, ensuring more efficient use of resources.
We are grateful for the professional work and look forward to further cooperation to achieve even better results in the future.
What we value
Quality
Our experts are committed to providing the highest quality of audit, training and technological support. That is why farmers rely on us and trust us
Relationships
We value our relationships with our customers. Our many years of experience in all aspects of farm management provide us with a deep understanding of our clients' business.
Modern technologies
The Family Dairy Farms project uses the most modern technologies and standards when it comes to animal welfare and the quality of milk produced on the farms.
Clear communication
Timely and clear communication is a prerequisite for our activities. The main advantage of our audit services is the huge amount of important information available for practical use.
Our auditors
Vitaliy Stepanovych
Chief technologist of the SMF project
Experienced veterinary and dairy specialist with over 40 years of experience in various roles, including management positions. Vitaliy holds a degree in veterinary medicine from the Odesa Agricultural Institute and has completed numerous advanced training courses in Ukraine and abroad, including in the USA, Israel, Holland and Canada. He has completed a number of training courses and workshops abroad, including a training course for dairy farming consultants at the PTS+ International Training Center in the Netherlands in 2016. Since 2020, Vitalii has been successfully working as a chief technologist in the Family Dairy Farms project.
Anatoliy Garasymiuk
Veterinary doctor
Highly qualified specialist in veterinary medicine with over 20 years of experience in the cattle industry. He has a thorough education obtained in leading Ukrainian educational institutions and a Master's degree in Veterinary Medicine. He has extensive practical experience in various positions, including advisor veterinarian, artificial insemination technician and head of the state veterinary station. Anatoliy has in-depth knowledge and practical skills in artificial insemination, use of ultrasound equipment for diagnosing cattle.
Roman Pribilsky
Veterinary doctor
Highly qualified specialist with 5 years of experience in dairy farming. Graduated from Podilskyi State Agrarian and Technical University, specializes in the treatment and prevention of cattle diseases, has skills in ultrasound diagnostics and artificial insemination. He has extensive experience in clearing hooves and developing treatment protocols that ensure high efficiency of treatment measures. In addition, Roman has worked on cattle breeding and keeping technologies, supervised feeding and milking processes.
Andriy Chykida
Veterinary doctor
Andriy has over 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine, specializing in preventive measures to improve the quality of dairy products. He has experience in management positions, including the role of chief veterinarian and artificial insemination technician. A graduate of the Zhytomyr National Agroecological University, he also has a secondary specialized education in veterinary medicine. Since 2021, he has been working in the Family Dairy Farms project.
Cost of works
- The cost of a comprehensive audit depends on a preliminary assessment of the farm, which is carried out after interviews with key specialists. The price may vary depending on the number of cattle (cattle), housing conditions, herd genetics and other factors.
- The audit cost includes up to 5 laboratory tests of milk quality.
- If it is necessary to carry out a partial audit in separate directions, its cost will depend on the scope and direction of the work.
- In addition, the customer pays for the experts' travel and accommodation expenses.
Order an audit
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Any questions left?
1. Is it possible to order an audit of certain aspects of the farm, for example only an audit of cow health or feeding?
Yes, you can order a partial farm audit. However, one should be aware that only during a comprehensive audit can all problems and shortcomings be detected, which may not be visible during a partial audit. A comprehensive audit allows you to assess the relationship between different aspects of the farm's operation. For example, feeding problems may be associated with inadequate veterinary care or improper storage of feed. Only a systematic approach allows you to develop effective strategies to eliminate these problems.
You can also order consultations with a veterinarian and/or zootechnician by calling +38 096 727 50 37.
2. How long does a farm audit take and when can I expect the results?
All conditions for conducting an audit are agreed upon by the parties in the Agreement, which determines the scope of work, the list of specialists involved, the terms of the audit and the cost of services. Before the audit begins, preliminary data about the farm is collected: the number and quality of cattle, housing conditions, feeding rations, information about equipment, and other aspects of the farm's activities.
The audit is conducted directly on the farm by specialists. Depending on the volume of the order and the size of the farm, this stage takes from 2 to 5 days.
Based on the audit data, a report is generated within 3-5 days, which includes a detailed description of the current state of the farm, identified shortcomings and problems, as well as recommendations for their elimination.
At the customer's request, a presentation of the report can be held, during which the owners and managers of the farm can ask questions and receive additional clarifications.
3. Is there any follow-up support after the audit?
After the customer approves the audit report and recommendations for development, any clarifications and clarifications of the issues specified in the report will be provided within the framework of the existing audit agreement. If the customer requires practical support to eliminate the identified shortcomings, a separate agreement for further support may be concluded at its request, which will provide for periodic checks of the effectiveness of the implemented changes.
In the event that the customer requires additional explanations or clarifications regarding the report, they will be provided within the framework of the existing audit agreement.
4. Can I choose an auditor to conduct a comprehensive audit myself?
Of course, you have the opportunity to independently choose an auditor to conduct a complex audit of the farm, but it is important to take into account the specifics of the tasks that will be faced by the auditor. The right choice of a specialist is the key to a successful audit, because only an auditor with the appropriate experience and qualifications will be able to conduct a deep and objective analysis of all aspects of your farm's work. We are ready to provide recommendations on choosing a specialist, which will allow you to find the best auditor to perform the specific tasks of your project. This will significantly increase the efficiency and accuracy of the audit.
5. What should I do to order an audit? Do I need to prepare for the audit in any way?
To order a farm audit, just leave a request on our landing page, specifying your phone number and contact person. We will call you to discuss what you are interested in, what questions or problems you would like to solve and arrange to speak with your specialists to get more detailed information about your farm. After that, we will calculate the cost and choose a convenient date for our specialists to visit you together. You don't need any special preparation!
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