Small ruminants research barn

The Small Ruminants Research Barn at Raumberg-Gumpenstein combines adaptable housing with advanced monitoring to drive innovation in sheep and goat research. As part of a leading agricultural research hub, it offers an ideal setting for developing and testing solutions that enhance animal welfare, performance, and sustainable production practices.

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Description

The small ruminants research barn at Raumberg-Gumpenstein is a flexible facility designed for in-depth studies on sheep and goats. It offers customisable compartments for various research setups, including feeding trials, performance testing, and carcass evaluation. Equipped with 360-degree video monitoring and weighing systems, the barn supports continuous behavioural tracking and health assessments, providing valuable insights into animal welfare and productivity.

What could be offered through this facility?

The small ruminant research barn enables comprehensive behaviour and welfare studies through continuous video.monitoring, capturing detailed data on feeding, resting, and social interactions. Weighing, performance testing,Individual testing of carcasses and experimental setups with grazing are possible too.
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