Calving season is just around the corner, and every dairy farmer knows what that means: long days, late nights, and plenty of pressure to keep everything running smoothly.

When workloads rise and the shed gets busier by the hour, having the right support system can make all the difference.

That’s where smaXtec comes in.

With round-the-clock monitoring, farmers get early insights that help make calving easier, cows healthier, and spring a whole lot more manageable.

Early calving alerts that make life easier

With smaXtec’s accurate calving alerts, you will know well in advance when a cow is getting close.

On average, the system gives you around 15 hours’ notice – plenty of time to get organised, bring cows in from the field, and avoid any surprises in the shed.

Co. Tipperary dairy farmer Anne Marie Ryan, who milks over 140 cows, explained how smaXtec helped her.

She said: “smaXtec alerted us to cows we thought would not calve for another day or two.

"The calving notifications take pressure off the main calving unit during the busy times.

"smaXtec also gives you a list of cows due to calve in the coming days, so plans can be put in place.”

What you’ll gain with smaXtec calving detection

Early heads-up: Know a calving is coming before things get hectic – no more guessing.
Time to prepare: Get the pen ready, organise what you need, and stay ahead of the rush.
Less stress: More control, fewer surprises, and a calmer calving season.
Quick action: If something’s not right, you’ll spot it early and can bring in the vet straight away.

Co. Kilkenny farmer Eamonn Mooney sees the benefits daily.

He said: “We are no longer running around the shed looking through 150 cows to find the ones about to calve.

"Instead, you just check your phone and the list of the next ones to calve is right in front of you - and it’s accurate 90-95% of the time.”

A must-have for block calving herds

Block calving can be full-on - several cows calving every day, constant decisions, and no room for delays.

smaXtec helps you stay on top of everything:

Bring cows in from pasture at just the right time;
Keep the calving shed running smoothly, even on the busiest days;
Reduce stress for both you and your cows;
Spot issues early, especially problems like milk fever.

Because smaXtec monitors cow health continuously, it does not just support calving - it helps ensure a strong, healthy start into lactation and keeps farm routines running more efficiently during peak season.

Keeping cows healthy after calving

After calving, cows need close attention - and smaXtec continues to work for you.

It tracks internal body temperature, water intake, drinking cycles, rumination, and activity.

With these insights, farmers can act early if something’s off, preventing metabolic problems before they become serious.

Ready to take the strain off your spring?

If you want a smoother, more predictable calving season, smaXtec is the support system that keeps you one step ahead.

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