Lindsey Davis
Papers
1
Total Citations
9
H-Index
1
About
Lindsey Davis is a leading researcher in precision dairy farming, with a focus on the intersection of animal behavior, welfare, and automated milking technology. Her work explores how modern management systems, particularly automatic milking systems (AMS), impact cow stress, productivity, and farm efficiency. Her most-cited study, “Impact of parity on cow stress, behavior, and production at a farm with guided traffic automatic milking system” (2023, 9 citations), is a foundational contribution to understanding how a cow’s age and experience (parity) influence its adaptation to voluntary milking schedules. Davis demonstrated that parity significantly affects individual behavior, stress levels, and system throughput, providing critical insights for optimizing AMS management and improving both animal welfare and farm profitability. Her research is highly relevant as the U.S. dairy industry rapidly adopts sensor-based and automated technologies. By bridging animal science with agricultural engineering, Davis is helping shape the future of data-driven, cow-centric dairy farming. Her work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in precision livestock farming, animal behavior, and sustainable dairy production.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1