Cattle Lighting — Brighter Barns, Healthier Cows
Proper lighting helps cows stay calm, eat better, and produce more milk.
AmberAgri’s LED cattle lighting is designed to improve animal comfort, fertility, and overall farm productivity.
Our Cattle Lighting Products
The AmberAgri CL-01 is a professional LED lighting solution for dairy farms, engineered for long-term performance in humid and ammonia-rich environments.
IP67 waterproof & ammonia-resistant
Flicker-free and 0–10V dimmable
230V / 48V voltage options
Energy-efficient (up to 160 lm/W)
Easy installation & low maintenance
2-year warranty
Proven in Dairy Farms
Research from the Netherlands shows that blue-balanced and evenly distributed lighting can increase milk yield by up to 7%.
Our CL-01 cattle light follows the same principles — combining a 5,000–10,000 K blue-balanced spectrum。
Our CL-01 cattle light delivers an average illuminance of 150–200 Lux (DIALux tested), providing uniform lighting that reduces shadows and supports stable milk yield.
Watch How It Works
See how our LED cattle light is installed and how it transforms the lighting environment in dairy barns.
Benefits for Dairy Farms
Lower Operating Costs
Higher Milk Yield
Better Cow Comfort
FAQ
Most dairy farms follow a 16-hour light / 8-hour dark cycle, which mimics long summer days.
This schedule helps cows stay active and supports higher milk yield.
Studies show that a blue-enhanced daylight spectrum (around 5,000–10,000 K) improves feed intake, fertility, and overall cow comfort.
That’s why AmberAgri CL-01 uses this same blue-balanced LED lighting design.
For milking and feeding areas, the ideal level is 150–200 Lux of uniform illumination.
This ensures cows can see clearly, move calmly, and maintain a stable daily rhythm.
Research from the Netherlands and the U.S. shows that proper LED lighting can increase milk yield by 5–7%, and sometimes even improve fertility rates.
Balanced light also reduces stress and promotes longer feeding time.
Yes, but with shorter lighting cycles (10–12 hours per day).
Dry cows need more darkness for rest, so dimmable control is recommended.
Only low-level “night lights” (under 50 Lux) are needed for monitoring and safety.
Strong lights at night can disturb the cows’ rest and reduce productivity.
Farmers usually notice changes within 4–6 weeks, as cows adjust to the improved lighting cycle and environment.
Milk yield and behavior improvements are gradual but measurable.
No — lighting works together with nutrition, climate, and cow comfort.
When combined with proper management, good lighting can be the final 5–7% performance boost.
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What Is Cattle Lighting?
Types, Benefits, and How to Choose the Right One for Your Farm
If you have been to a dark barn, you can probably feel it. The cows there move slower, they eat less, and the whole place feels quiet in a strange way. And good lighting changes that completely. That is what cattle lighting is really about: using the right kind of light to help cows stay calm, healthy, and productive.
What Is Cattle Lighting
Cattle lighting is not just about putting lamps in a barn.
It is about understanding what cows need. Their eyes and hormones respond to light differently than ours.
When lighting is well-designed — not too bright, not too dark — cows eat more steadily and produce more milk.
The right system uses LED lights built for barn conditions: humid air, dust, and ammonia, all the things that make ordinary bulbs fail fast.
Why Lighting Matters for Dairy Cows
Cows notice daylight changes more than people realize.
They follow a rhythm — about 16 hours of light and 8 hours of darkness.
Keep that rhythm steady, and milk yield goes up naturally.
But it is not only about time. The color of the light matters too.
LEDs with a blue-balanced daylight tone, around 5,000 to 10,000 K, help cows feel alert during the day.
That is why farms that switch to proper LED cattle lighting often report a 5–7 percent milk increase within a few weeks.
According to a study by Wageningen University & Research, balanced LED lighting can improve milk yield by up to 7%.
Types of Cattle Lighting
Lighting in barns has changed a lot in the last decade. Here are the main types you will find today:
Fluorescent Lights
They used to be everywhere. They are cheap but flicker and do not last long in wet, ammonia-heavy barns.
Standard LED Tubes
A big step forward. They save energy and last over 50,000 hours, but they do not always deliver the even brightness cows need.
Blue-Enhanced LED Lights
The newest generation. They use a color spectrum close to natural daylight — steady, soft, and proven to help cows stay active. For most dairy farms, this is now the preferred choice.
What to Look For
When choosing barn lighting, do not just look at price. Check the basics that make a real difference:
IP67 waterproof and ammonia-resistant design for tough barns
Flicker-free and dimmable control to reduce stress
Around 150–200 Lux brightness, perfect for milking and feeding areas
Long lifespan of over 50,000 hours, meaning years of reliable use
You can also explore our DIALux test results.
What Farmers Notice After Switching
Farmers usually do not expect big changes — until they do.
After switching to LED cattle lighting, they often say:
“The cows seem calmer.”
“Milking goes smoother.”
“The place feels more alive.”
It is small things like that — steady light, no shadows, clear visibility — that quietly improve everything.
Better light leads to better mood, better feed intake, and more consistent milk yield.
How to Choose the Right System
Start by looking at your barn layout. Measure the distance between rows, ceiling height, and any dark corners.
Ask your supplier for a DIALux lighting plan — a simple visual showing how the lights will spread.
Choose lights that give even coverage, have a blue-balanced spectrum, and meet the 150–200 Lux brightness standard.
If they are also dimmable and IP67 waterproof, you are set for years.
Final Thoughts
Lighting shapes how a barn feels — for cows and for people.
When it is right, cows eat calmly, move smoothly, and milk flow stays steady.
And for farmers, a well-lit barn just feels better: brighter mornings, easier work, and fewer shadows.
It is one of those upgrades that pays for itself quietly, day by day, with every milking.
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