Ebbesen I/S: Optimizing Dry Matter with EVONIR sensor and DTM Software

Feeding a herd of 890 cows efficiently and consistently is a daily challenge at Ebbesen I/S. Inaccurate dry matter estimation was causing unstable rations, feed refusals, and extra labor. Henrik Ebbesen, 29, was looking for a solution that could streamline feeding routines while improving nutritional accuracy and operational control.

To address these issues, the Ebbesen brothers equipped their self-propelled feed mixer with the EVONIR sensor from Dinamica Generale. This NIR technology analyzes the dry matter content of silage in real time, eliminating the need for manual sampling or microwave drying.

In addition, they adopted the DTM feeding software and mobile app, which allows them to:

• Easily record and manage refusals
• Adjust dry matter per cow based on actual data
• Ensure ration stability day after day
• Save time by avoiding periodic lab sampling

Key Benefits

• Stable, Homogeneous Feeding: Real-time dry matter monitoring ensures every ration is consistent. Henrik confirms: “It’s always the same every day—and that’s what we want.”
• Refusal Reduction and Waste Control: With a precise feeding plan, refusals are minimized or eliminated. This helps reduce extra costs and feed waste.
• Simplified Daily Operations: The DTM app makes it easy to update values and track performance, saving time and improving team efficiency.
• Faster ROI on the Mixer: The NIR sensor helps pay off the investment in the feed mixer by cutting waste and improving feeding precision.

“I used to collect dry matter samples every 3 weeks or use a microwave. Now, the system works with our parameters and adjusts automatically. It’s fantastic—and I think more farmers should invest in a NIR sensor. It simplifies everyday life.”
— Henrik Ebbesen, Co-owner of Ebbesen I/S

About EVONIR

EVONIR is an advanced Near Infrared (NIR) analyzer developed by Dinamica Generale. It measures dry matter, protein, fiber, starch, and other key parameters in real time.

Importantly, EVONIR works on multiple machines: feed mixers, forage harvesters, balers, wagons, and more. It provides farmers with accurate data, helping them optimize feeding and forage strategies based on facts—not assumptions.
EVONIR on self propelled mixers measures dry matter and key nutrients in real time, ensuring precise and consistent ration preparation. The system automatically recalculates the weight to be loaded for each component, optimizing feed accuracy.

About DTM feeding software

DTM – Daily TMR Manager – is a cloud based professional feeding management software that drives your precision feeding system. The comprehensive program helps farmers monitor and control feed costs, inventory, ration adjustments, feed efficiency and other critical on-farm processes like feeder performance. The platform consists of  DTM software, a programmable weight indicator, a 4G modem for data exchange and the DTM app to monitor the key performance of your farm.

Conclusion

The experience of Ebbesen I/S shows how real-time NIR analysis combined with a digital feeding platform like DTM can transform dairy operations. By eliminating guesswork and improving efficiency, this technology helps farms stay productive, sustainable, and competitive.

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