Production Tracking

Comprehensive monitoring and analytics for all your farm production outputs

Overview

The Production Tracking module is your comprehensive solution for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing all farm production outputs. Whether you're managing dairy, poultry, fiber production, or multiple product lines, this system provides the detailed insights you need to maximize productivity and profitability.

Track production at individual animal level, analyze trends over time, identify top performers, detect issues early, and make data-driven decisions that enhance your farm's overall efficiency and output quality.

Milk Production Management

Complete dairy production tracking from milking to quality testing, optimizing your dairy operation's performance.

Milking Session Tracking

Individual Yield

Record milk production per animal per milking session. Track morning, afternoon, and evening milking separately with automatic totals.

Milking Duration

Monitor time spent milking each animal. Identify slow milkers or potential equipment issues affecting efficiency.

Daily Totals

Automatic calculation of daily, weekly, and monthly production totals per animal and for entire herd.

Lactation Curves

Visualize production curves throughout lactation cycle. Predict peak production and identify early decline.

Milk Quality Monitoring

  • Somatic cell count (SCC) tracking per animal and bulk tank
  • Milk fat and protein percentage analysis
  • Bacterial count monitoring for quality compliance
  • Temperature recording at collection points
  • Color, odor, and physical appearance documentation
  • Antibiotic residue testing and withdrawal compliance
  • Integration with DHI and milk testing labs
  • Quality grade classification and premium tracking

Lactation Management

  • Freshening date and lactation number tracking
  • Days in milk (DIM) automatic calculation
  • Peak milk identification and recording
  • Persistency calculation and evaluation
  • Dry-off decision support tools
  • Lactation summaries with total production
  • Comparison to breed and herd averages

Smart Alerts

Automatic notifications for production drops, quality issues, mastitis indicators, and optimal breeding windows based on production cycles. Early warning system helps prevent major issues.

Egg Production Tracking

Comprehensive egg production monitoring for layers, breeders, and specialty poultry operations.

Daily Collection Records

Egg Count

Track total eggs collected per house, pen, or individual bird. Multiple collection times per day supported.

Size Grading

Categorize eggs by size (small, medium, large, extra-large, jumbo) with automatic sorting integration.

Quality Assessment

Record shell quality, color consistency, and defect rates. Track cracked, dirty, and irregular eggs.

Nest Box Monitoring

Track floor eggs versus nest box eggs. Optimize nest box placement based on usage patterns.

Production Rate Analysis

  • Hen-day production percentage calculations
  • Hen-housed production averages
  • Peak production identification and duration
  • Production curve analysis by flock age
  • Seasonal production pattern recognition
  • Feed conversion to egg mass ratios
  • Mortality-adjusted production metrics

Specialty Egg Tracking

  • Hatching egg identification and fertility tracking
  • Organic certified egg production separate accounting
  • Free-range and pasture-raised classification
  • Specialty colored egg (blue, green, brown) tracking
  • Double-yolk and unusual egg documentation

Meat Production & Growth Tracking

Monitor weight gain, feed efficiency, and readiness for processing in meat production operations.

Weight Tracking System

Regular Weigh-Ins

Schedule and record regular weight measurements. Track individual or group weights throughout growth period.

Growth Curves

Visualize growth rates and compare to breed standards. Identify slow growers requiring attention.

ADG Calculation

Automatic average daily gain (ADG) calculations. Compare performance across groups and time periods.

Target Weight Alerts

Set target weights for processing or sale. Receive notifications when animals reach optimal size.

Feed Efficiency Monitoring

  • Feed intake recording per animal or group
  • Feed conversion ratio (FCR) calculations
  • Cost per pound of gain analysis
  • Residual feed intake (RFI) evaluation
  • Diet optimization recommendations
  • Waste reduction through precise feeding

Processing Readiness

  • Estimated days to target weight
  • Processing appointment scheduling integration
  • Withdrawal period compliance verification
  • Carcass yield predictions based on live weight
  • Quality grade projections
  • Market timing optimization tools

Wool & Fiber Production

Track shearing, fiber quality, and processing for wool sheep, alpacas, goats, and fiber rabbits.

Shearing Records

Fleece Weight

Record individual fleece weights at each shearing. Track total annual fiber production per animal.

Fiber Quality

Document micron count, staple length, crimp, and color. Track quality consistency over time.

Grading & Sorting

Sort fiber by quality grades. Track prime, seconds, and waste percentages from each animal.

Breeding Selection

Identify top fiber producers for breeding programs. Genetic improvement tracking over generations.

Shearing Schedule Management

  • Optimal shearing time recommendations by breed
  • Shearer appointment coordination
  • Weather-based scheduling assistance
  • Frequency tracking (annual, semi-annual)
  • Animal readiness assessment

Honey & Bee Product Tracking

Monitor honey harvests, colony strength, and other bee products for apiary operations.

Honey Production

  • Harvest dates and quantities per hive
  • Honey type and floral source documentation
  • Moisture content and quality testing
  • Extraction method and equipment notes
  • Bottling and packaging records
  • Comb honey versus extracted tracking

Other Bee Products

  • Beeswax collection and processing records
  • Propolis harvest tracking
  • Pollen collection quantities
  • Royal jelly production (if applicable)
  • Nucleus colony and queen production

Production Analytics

Transform production data into actionable insights with comprehensive analytics and reporting tools.

Performance Metrics

Top Performers

Identify highest producing animals for breeding selection, special care, or recognition. Track lifetime production champions.

Trend Analysis

Visualize production trends over days, weeks, months, and years. Seasonal pattern identification.

Benchmarking

Compare your production to breed standards, regional averages, and industry benchmarks.

Problem Detection

Early identification of underperformers, production drops, and potential health or management issues.

Financial Analysis

  • Revenue per animal and per product type
  • Production cost calculations (feed, labor, overhead)
  • Profit margin analysis by enterprise
  • Break-even production level identification
  • Seasonal pricing impact on profitability
  • Optimal culling and replacement timing
  • Investment return on high producers

Predictive Analytics

  • Production forecasting based on historical data
  • Expected output calculations for planning
  • Seasonal demand prediction
  • Optimal breeding time recommendations
  • Replacement rate optimization

Custom Dashboards

Create personalized dashboards with the metrics that matter most to you. Real-time visualization of production KPIs. Export data to Excel, PDF, or integrate with business intelligence tools.

Quality Control & Standards

Ensure consistent product quality and meet certification requirements with comprehensive quality tracking.

Quality Standards Compliance

Grade A Dairy

Track all requirements for Grade A milk production including SCC, bacteria counts, temperature logs, and facility standards.

Organic Certification

Document organic production practices, maintain separation records, and track certification compliance.

USDA Standards

Meet USDA grading requirements for eggs, meat, and other products with proper documentation.

Specialty Certifications

Track requirements for grass-fed, free-range, humane certified, and other specialty product claims.

Product Testing & Sampling

  • Regular sampling schedule management
  • Laboratory test result integration
  • Out-of-specification alert system
  • Corrective action documentation
  • Retention sample tracking
  • Quality audit preparation tools

Equipment & System Integration

Connect your production tracking with modern farm equipment and automated systems.

Compatible Systems

  • Automated milking system (AMS) data import
  • Electronic egg counting and sorting equipment
  • Automated weighing scales and chute systems
  • Feed mixing and delivery systems
  • Environmental control computers
  • RFID and tag reading systems
  • Temperature and humidity sensors
  • Activity and behavior monitoring devices

Real-Time Sync

Automatic data synchronization from connected equipment eliminates manual data entry and reduces errors.

Mobile Recording

Record production data directly from smartphone or tablet in the barn, pasture, or milking parlor.

Cloud Backup

All production data automatically backed up to secure cloud storage. Access from any device, anywhere.

Key Benefits

Increased Production

Optimize management practices to increase production by 15-25% through data-driven decision making.

Higher Profits

Improve profitability through better resource allocation, reduced waste, and premium pricing for quality products.

Early Problem Detection

Identify production issues 2-3 weeks earlier than traditional methods, allowing for faster intervention.

Genetic Improvement

Make informed breeding decisions based on production data to improve herd genetics over time.

Maximize Your Farm's Production Potential

Start tracking, analyzing, and optimizing your production today