C. Fossing

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C. Fossing’s research centers on the intersection of dairy science, animal health, and agricultural technology, with a particular focus on the welfare implications of automated milking systems. Their most-cited work, the 2004 study “Impact of automatic milking on animal health,” provides a pivotal, multi-country assessment of how transitioning from conventional to robotic milking affects cow well-being. By analyzing data from up to fifteen farms across three European nations, Fossing demonstrated that the shift to automated milking (AM) had no adverse effects on key health indicators such as body condition, lameness, or teat condition. This finding, which has garnered 17 citations, offers critical reassurance to dairy farmers and researchers navigating the adoption of precision livestock technologies. Fossing’s contribution lies in providing robust, comparative evidence that challenges assumptions about technological disruption in animal husbandry, helping to shape best practices for herd management during transitions. Their work remains a foundational reference for studies on robotic milking and animal welfare, underscoring a commitment to evidence-based improvements in sustainable dairy production.