Twin Calf Hutch

Better performance

Studies show that calves from mini-groups exhibit better social behaviour, higher feed intake and increased growth even after weaning. This leads to an earlier first calving age and higher milk yields.

Feeding and drinking in pairs

The FlexyFence features two full-sized teat bucket holders, as well as an additional space for a third drinking bucket. Two additional bucket holders for concentrate and water complete the feeding area. A protected hay rack can be added to the back of the TwinHutch as an option. This gives you maximum flexibility when feeding your calves.

Compatible with organic guidelines

The group housing of calves is mandatory on organic farms. However, it is often difficult to form stable groups in periods with few calvings. With its generous space of 3.5 m² in the hutch and 2.3 m² in the run, the TwinHutch meets the guidelines of organic associations for housing two calves.

The first rule-compliant mini-group hutch

Conventional hutches offer a maximum area of 3 – 4 m². A group pen for calves in Germany must provide at least 4.5 m² of space and offer each calf an area of at least 1.5 m². In combination with a modified FlexyFence, the TwinHutch offers a total area of 5.8 m². This is ample space for mini groups of two to three calves.

Less space required

In addition, the space and cost savings are arguments that appeal not just to organic farms. After all, with the same number of calves, the space requirement is halved and you need fewer hutches. Then you also have fewer calf hutches to clean.

Longer service life

Housing in individual pens is limited to a maximum of 8 weeks throughout the EU. Calves can be kept longer in a TwinHutch mini-group, as the limit for individual pens no longer applies. You can wean the calves in peace and do not need to transfer them to the next group pen until they are 10 to 12 weeks old.

Dimensions

* Length x Width x Height