The Robot & Weiden? Voor Elkaar! project is an initiative of NAJK,
Netwerk GRONDig and Aeres University of Applied Sciences.
LEARNING FROM FELLOW DAIRY FARMERS
Do you want to get more out of robotic milking and grazing? Or are you facing challenges and curious about how other dairy farmers tackle them? Then the Practical Network Robot & Grazing is for you!
Within this network, we bring dairy farmers together to share knowledge and experiences. No theory from behind a desk, but practical insights from farmers who successfully apply it in practice.
Study Groups – In four regional study groups, dairy farmers come together at different times to share practical experiences, discuss solutions, and inspire each other. The groups are guided by experienced fellow farmers (ambassadors).
Ambassadors – Four pioneering dairy farmers from different regions serve as the face of the project. They share their knowledge, motivate others, and help you get started with robotic milking and grazing.
Knowledge Sharing – Through online channels, practical examples, and meetings, we widely disseminate the knowledge gained in the sector. This way, you can learn from successful examples and apply the latest insights to your own business.
Meetings & Study Tours – Annually, we organize inspiring meetings and study tours, where you not only gain knowledge but also connect with colleagues facing the same choices as you.
Are you curious about how to get the most out of robotic milking and grazing? Join the Practical Network Robot & Grazing and discover how fellow dairy farmers can inspire and help you further!
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For more information? Contact Roos Roeleveld via netwerk@robotweiden.nl
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Innovatie & Techniek
Would you like to gain new insights by literally looking across the border? Then this is your chance. From Monday 23 to Wednesday 25 March 2026, a fully catered study trip to Ireland will be organised. During this trip, you will visit professional Irish dairy farms, where grass, craftsmanship and technology come together. The four winners will be announced on 21 January 2026 during a live webinar.
Sweden is a pioneer in robotic milking and the only country in the EU where grazing is legally required. Since 1988, Swedish law has mandated grazing, supported by a widely accepted social norm. Not only dairy cows but also youngstock from six months old must go outside. Interestingly, the law does not require cows to actually consume grass—it’s about access to pasture. Many Swedish farms therefore have a simple exercise paddock. Yet, there are also highly committed grazers who manage to achieve many grazing hours. These farms prove that robotic milking and grazing can go hand in hand.
Last month, four Dutch dairy farmers—the winners of the study trip—visited four Swedish dairy farms. There, it became clear that cows can easily graze outdoors while being milked by robots. The result? New experiences, surprising insights, and renewed confidence in the power of automation combined with grazing.
Your input helps the sector to think ahead én to act.
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A project is the perfect opportunity to scrutinize existing rules and opinions. Take the current condition for the pasture premium:
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The project ‘Robot & Grazing? Let's do it!’ is an initiative of the Working Group Meerweiden and is carried out by NAJK, Aeres University of Applied Sciences, and Network GRONDig.
