When you’re in the thick of a busy season, keeping livestock healthy isn’t just about feeding on time or topping up the water – it’s about knowing, without a doubt, that every animal has what it needs, when it needs it. But between long days, equipment demands, and everything else on the go, it’s impossible to be everywhere at once. That’s where automated feed and water systems come in.
They’re not just about convenience; they’re about catching the problems you can’t see, reducing the daily scramble, and giving your animals a better shot at thriving in spring and summer’s most demanding conditions.
How Automated Feed & Water Systems Improve Livestock Health
Spring and summer on the farm bring a lot of things including longer days, faster-growing animals, and a ton more feed and water demand. It’s a busy time where every minute counts, and making sure your livestock stay healthy is always top of mind. But between the heat, the hustle, and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy for water and feed management to become a headache.
That’s exactly where automation steps in – not as a gimmick, but as a practical partner to your operation. At Current Group, we’ve seen how the right automated systems make a real difference in livestock health and farm efficiency, especially when the pressure’s on.
Knowing What’s in the Bowl, Without Guesswork
We all know water is critical. But in the heat of spring and summer, it’s not just about keeping water unfrozen anymore – it’s about making sure animals can drink whenever they want, and that the water stays fresh and accessible.
Current Group’s Open₂O system does more than just keep water from freezing in winter, it keeps a close eye on water levels year-round.
Instead of walking every pen several times a day, Open₂O monitors how much water your livestock are drinking in real time. If something’s wrong, like the water level drops unexpectedly or animals stop drinking, it sends an alert. This early warning can save you hours of troubleshooting and, more importantly, keep your animals healthier.
And because it uses smart sensors and microprocessors to only heat when necessary in cold weather, it’s energy-efficient too – no wasted power running heaters when it’s not needed
Feeding the Herd Consistently, Without the Guesswork
Feeding schedules in spring and summer can feel like a full-time job all on their own. When animals are growing fast, every meal counts. Automated feed systems help take the guesswork out of that routine. They deliver feed consistently and accurately, reducing waste and keeping animals on a steady growth track.
Pair that with automated environmental controls – such as ventilation that adjusts based on temperature and humidity, lighting timed to optimize animal comfort – and you’ve created a setup where animals thrive with minimal manual intervention.
Why Automation Works for Farms of Every Size
If you think automation is just for huge operations, think again. Even smaller farms benefit from freeing up time and reducing manual tasks – especially in the busy spring and summer months. Automation gives you consistent results, every day, no matter how busy you are or what else needs your attention.
At Current Group, we work with farms big and small to design systems that fit their specific needs and budgets. Whether you’re retrofitting existing infrastructure or building new, we focus on reliable, user-friendly solutions that keep your operation running smoothly.
Built for Reliability, Designed for Peace of Mind
Nothing’s more frustrating than when a system fails just when you need it most. That’s why every automation system we install comes with built-in reliability, from power backups and surge protection to real-time alerts if anything goes wrong.
You don’t just get equipment, you get a system designed to keep running, so your animals stay healthy and your farm stays productive.
Building a Reliable System That Grows with You
Whether your operation is just starting to explore automation or you’re looking to upgrade existing systems, Current Group customizes solutions that fit your needs. Our expertise in electrical automation, control systems, and agricultural environments means you get technology that’s rugged, reliable, and easy to use.
We design with redundancy and fault detection built-in, so your system keeps running even if something unexpected happens – because in the busy spring and summer months, downtime isn’t an option.
Bottom Line: Smarter Systems, Healthier Livestock, Less Stress for You
Automated feed and water systems aren’t about flashy tech, they’re about giving you reliable tools to keep animals healthy, reduce wasted time, and manage your farm more efficiently during your busiest seasons.
If you’re wondering where to start, look at the daily tasks that take the most time or cause the most headaches during spring and summer. From there, bring in automation experts who get both the farming side and the technical side – like Current Group.
With decades of experience serving Western Canadian farms, Current Group delivers practical, proven solutions that help you focus less on firefighting and more on running your business, with healthier animals and a stronger bottom line.
