I. Eihvalde

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I. Eihvalde is a dedicated researcher in the field of dairy science, with a primary focus on optimizing cow nutrition and management in modern, automated farming systems. Her work centers on the challenges of feeding dairy cows under robotic milking and loose housing conditions, a critical area as the industry shifts toward precision livestock farming. Her most cited paper, "Problems of Cow Feeding in Robotic Milking and Loose Handling Conditions" (2008), examines the integration of total mixed rations (TMR) with robotic milking systems, highlighting the complexities of balancing free-choice silage and hay with concentrate intake. Despite a modest citation count of 3, this work provides foundational insights into feeding strategies that affect milk yield and cow welfare in high-tech barn environments. Eihvalde’s research, conducted at the LUA Vecauce training farm, underscores the practical challenges farmers face when adopting robotic technologies, making her contributions valuable for students and practitioners seeking to improve efficiency and animal health in dairy operations.