The Lely Vector Automatic Feeding System delivers fresh feed 24/7 to cows consistently, timely and sufficiently. It makes sure the correct rations are fed to cows consistently and on time, allowing cattle farmers to achieve efficient and high-grade milk and beef production. The Lely Vector saves money, labor, time and energy.

1. How much is your
feed system costing you?

2. Let’s do some math.

3. Feed costs and labor
are two of the biggest
costs on a dairy farm.

4. Factors that reduce margin:
Fuel CostsLabor Costs Feed Waste Milk Production

5. Land used for
forage production
lost for season
Cost of handling,
mixing and delivery
to the feed aisle lostTime spent thoughout
the entire process lost
Planting inputs and
fuel costs lost
Forage harvesting
and storage cost lost
To know the true cost, consider the bigger picture.
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For example, here is how much
a 5% feed loss can cost you.

6. All adding up to a hit
on your bottom line.

7. There must be a better way to …

8. Feed efficiently.
Feed consistently.
Feed effectively.

9. Introducing the Lely Vector.

10. In a trial conducted over 3 years,
with 17 dairies …
year feeding
without Vector
first year
feeding with
Vector
second year
feeding with
Vector
1 + 1 + 1

11. Herd behavior changed,
stimulating free cow traffic.

12. Fresh feeding 24 hours a day
stimulated intake, and, in turn,
increased feed efficiency.

13. Effects of fresh feeding.
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RumenpH
6 meals a day
2 meals a day
Threshold value

14. With the change, average
milk production increased
4 lbs per cow per day with
the same feeds available.

15. Labor costs were reduced
by at least 78% on all farms.

16. 43% of farms saved
300–500 labor hours per year.

17. 35% of farms saved more than
500 labor hours per year.

18. 970 –1,530 gallons of diesel were
saved per year by eliminating the
need for a tractor and TMR mixer.

19. Let’s run the numbers
with Lely Vector.

20. The Lely Vector reduced expenses.
Fuel CostsLabor Costs Feed Waste Milk Production

21. What impact would that have
on your bottom line?

22. To know for certain, request a
free on-site assessment from
Lely at the link below.
Get The Assessment
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