ARCHITECTURAL AND PLANNING SOLUTIONS FOR SMALL FAMILY FARMS OF DAIRY CATTLE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31734/architecture2023.24.101Keywords:
small farm, cattle farm, cowshed, stable, animal husbandry, dairy cattle breeding, calf shed, cattle yard, animal husbandry premises, auxiliary room, walls, roof, ceiling, fill, fodder and manure passagesAbstract
After transitioning from a nomadic lifestyle to a sedentary one, humans relied on agriculture and animal husbandry as their primary source of sustenance. The first permanent settlements were established, and with them came the first farms for growing crops and breeding animals. Initially, these farms were family-run, but as they grew in size, owners began to hire non-relatives for labor, and they began to use hired and slave labor. This marked a significant milestone in the development of farming worldwide. As the economy continued to grow, the use of hired and paid labor replaced serfdom and slavery on larger farms, while smaller farms retained their familial structure.
Considering the socioeconomic and cultural differences between rural and urban lifestyles, it is noteworthy that family-owned farms provide better service, quality products and compliance with industry standards due to their smaller production capacity, allowing for better focus on quality over quantity.
Large farms, designed for 50 or more livestock, require a larger area for proper functioning, including grazing, growing, and storing fodder for animals. Studies have shown that small farms can operate efficiently without the need for a large area or extensive infrastructure required by larger farms. The development of plans for small farms could increase their competitiveness in the food market, while also boosting the level of domestic agricultural production in the country.
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