Valley Dairy Comp 305 Analytics Module

Overview

Dairy Comp 305's analytics capabilities leverage the software's position as the dominant herd management platform in North American dairies. The analytics module builds on the comprehensive data structure that farms have populated over years or decades of use.

The platform offers both standard reports and custom query capabilities, allowing users to analyze virtually any aspect of their operation. Advanced users can create sophisticated analyses using the command-based interface, while standard users benefit from pre-built reports covering common needs.

Integration with the core Dairy Comp database means analytics are always current, reflecting the latest cow events, milk production, and health records. The system excels at identifying patterns and exceptions that might otherwise go unnoticed in daily operations.

Snapshot

Description: The analytics and reporting capabilities within Dairy Comp 305, the industry's most widely used herd management software in North America.

Who It's For: Dairy Comp 305 users seeking to maximize the analytical potential of their existing data.

What It Does Best: Provides deep analytics within the familiar Dairy Comp environment, leveraging the software's comprehensive data structure.

Why It Matters: Farms using Dairy Comp have extensive data - the analytics module helps extract actionable insights from that investment.

Ideal Users

Farm Types: Conventional dairy, Large commercial operations

Herd Size: 100-50,000+ cows

Roles: Herd managers, Data specialists, Consultants

Geographic Focus: North America focus with international presence

Main Features

Standard Reports

Pre-built reports covering production, reproduction, and health metrics

Custom Queries

Powerful command-based interface for custom analysis

Exception Lists

Automated identification of cows needing attention

Trend Analysis

Historical tracking of key performance indicators

Benchmarking

Comparison tools for internal and external benchmarking

Advanced Features

Command Programming

Advanced query language for complex analysis

Graph Generation

Visual representations of data trends

Batch Processing

Automated report generation and distribution

Multi-Location

Analysis across multiple dairy locations

Data & Integrations

Integrates With: Dairy Comp 305 core database, Milk meters, DHIA/DHI testing, Reproduction monitors

Data Flows: Real-time access to Dairy Comp database; integration with external data sources

Industry Standards: DHIA, ICAR compatible

Competitive Advantages

Deep integration with DC305 database

Decades of data immediately available

Powerful custom query capabilities

Large consultant and support ecosystem

Industry standard platform

Implementation

Timeline: Immediate for existing DC305 users; training ongoing

Infrastructure: Runs on existing DC305 infrastructure

Migration: N/A - uses existing DC305 data

Tips

Work with a DC305-certified consultant for advanced analytics

Start with standard reports before custom queries

Attend DC305 training events for advanced skills

Build a library of custom commands for repeated analyses

Training & Support

Training: In-person and online training, certification programs

Support Channels: VAS support, dealer network, certified consultants

Community: Large user community, conferences, user groups

Pricing

Model: Included with Dairy Comp 305 license; advanced features may require additional modules

Summary: Analytics included in base DC305 pricing

Notes: Contact Valley Ag Software or authorized dealers for pricing

Evaluation Questions

Are we maximizing our current DC305 analytics capabilities?

What training would help us use advanced features?

Do we need a consultant for custom report development?

Are there additional modules that would benefit our operation?