What is the Keenan Feeding System?

Based on decades of research the Keenan feeding system also called the Mech-fiber System was developed. This integrated feeding system combines the iKeenan mixer wagon, innovative management protocols, scientific know how and leading nutritionist expertise.

A recent research study on 1,086 dairy farms showed how after using the Keenan Mech-fiber System for one year milk production increased by 1.74 kg per cow per day from 0.64 kg less feed. This is worth the same as an additional 2.5p per litre of milk.

What the Mech-fiber Feeding System can deliver for you:

• More milk or beef from the same or less feed
• Increased profit with better milk & beef quality
• Less waste - with a thorough mix, all feed is eaten
• Lower vet bills with a healthier herd

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Four simple steps to maximising profits

1. Initial farm assessment to understand your herd needs
2. Tailored nutritional programme developed
3. Regular farm visits to monitor progress and optimise rations
4. Remote monitoring via PACE Connect

Proven to maximise profits in independent tests:

Independently verified by 1,086 herd results in the UK and France. These studies showed increased feed efficiency of 10%. Milk yields were seen to increase by 1.74 litres per cow per day, and dry matter intake was reduced by 0.64kg.

The Keenan Feeding Program aims to;

• Bring real and proven solutions to the farm enterprise
• Deliver know how and expertise to maximise potential herd value
• Nutrition expertise to continuously improve performance
• Proactively monitor progress

Observed Changes in FCE

This diagram shows the change in feed conversion efficiency (FCE) for French and UK herds adopting the Keenan Mech-fiber System. Feed Efficiency increased by 10%. Milk production increased by 1.74 kg per cow per day from 0.64 kg less feed.

Start Feed Efficiency

Normal Fit	End Feed Efficiency
(Mean=1.106, SD=0.160)	(Mean=1.251, SD=0.153)

Results You Can Expect

Independently verified results on 1,086 herds in the UK and France shows that the Keenan Mech-fiber System increased feed efficiency by 10%, milk yields increased by 1.74 kgs p/cow/day and dry matter intake reduced by 0.64Kgs. The following diagram shows this change in feed conversion efficiency.

Research in a laboratory environment is one thing. But this research studied the effects on over 1,000 farms, the ultimate test-ground of any technology.

A study of over 27,700 cows across Europe shows the incidence of nutrition related disorders including milk fever, ketosis and displaced abomasums reduced by 60% of cases per 100 cows calved.