VAS DairyComp 305
By Valley Agricultural Software (VAS)
Last reviewed: December 2025
Comprehensive dairy herd management software for cow records, reproductive tracking, health management, and production analysis.
DairyComp 305 is the most widely used herd management software in the US dairy industry, with thousands of installations on farms of all sizes. The software provides comprehensive cow-level record keeping for reproduction, health, production, and all aspects of individual animal management.
The software runs on local computers (PC) and stores data locally or on network drives. It features a powerful command-line interface and query language that allows users to extract and analyze data in countless ways.
Valley Agricultural Software has been developing DairyComp since the 1980s, continuously adding features while maintaining backward compatibility. The software integrates with many dairy technology systems.
Key Features
- Cow Records: Complete individual animal history
- Reproduction Tracking: Breeding, pregnancy, fresh dates
- Health Events: Treatments, diagnoses, protocols
- Production Data: DHIA integration, daily weights
- Query System: Powerful data analysis
Advanced Features
- Custom Protocols: Automated event scheduling
- Multi-Location: Manage multiple herds
- Report Generation: Customizable reports
- Data Integration: Connect to sensors, DHIA, more
Ideal For
Farm Types: Commercial dairy farms, Multi-location operations
Competitive Advantages
What sets DairyComp 305 apart from alternatives:
- Industry standard with massive user base
- Powerful query and analysis tools
- Extensive integration ecosystem
- Proven reliability over decades
- Strong support network
Pricing Information
Here is the pricing information for DairyComp 305:
One-time license purchase plus annual support
Pricing Model: perpetual-license
Pricing may vary by dealer and configuration.
Pros & Considerations
- Most widely used dairy software in US
- Comprehensive cow and herd management
- Extensive reporting capabilities
- Strong VAS support network
- Continuous development and updates
- Complex software requires training
- Investment in learning curve
- Desktop installation required
- Can be overwhelming for small herds
Implementation & Setup
How to implement DairyComp 305 on your dairy operation:
Implementation Timeline: Installation: hours; learning curve: weeks to months
Training & Support
Training and support options available for DairyComp 305:
Support Channels:
Evaluation Questions
Key questions to consider when evaluating DairyComp 305:
- What is your current record-keeping system?
- Who will use the software?
- What integrations do you need?
- Do you have IT support available?
- What reports and analysis are important?