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Why do cows wear VR glasses? "Mental state" has an impact on milk yield

Cows also 'play' high technology? According to the Russian satellite news agency reported on the 26th, the Information Office of the agriculture and grain Department of Moscow, Russia, announced that a farm in the state wears VR glasses for cows to improve feeding conditions and increase milk production.

Screenshot of Russian satellite news agency

According to the report, the Information Office of the state's agriculture and food department said that the 'mental state' of dairy cows had an impact on milk production.

'in addition to the physical condition, researchers began to pay more attention to the mental state of cows. Examples of the milk industry in various countries show that in a calm atmosphere, milk production will increase significantly, and sometimes even improve the quality of milk. American farmers install automatic rotating brushes in their cowhouses to replace dairy masseur. Europe uses robotic systems to ensure that cows can move as freely as possible on farms. Russian milk producers, especially in Moscow, install sound equipment and play classical music. The relaxation effect achieved has a positive impact on milk production. " The information service said.

Cow wearing VR glasses source: Russian satellite news agency

Then why wear VR glasses for cows?

According to the report, VR glasses can help cows relax and feel a little happier mentally. As staying in a calm environment helps to improve the milk yield of dairy cows, VR glasses for dairy cows will show the field scenery in summer.

The satellite news agency said the experimenters hope that virtual reality technology will help improve the milk yield of dairy cows. It is reported that this is also Russia's first attempt to wear VR glasses for cows.

It is worth mentioning that it is reported that during the previous test, the experimenters found that the anxiety of cows wearing VR glasses has been alleviated, and the 'overall mood of the herd' has improved.