Transporting milk from the parlour or preparation area to calf pens can be a time-consuming job, particularly when feeding larger numbers of calves. Milk carts and milk trolleys provide a practical way to prepare, transport and dispense larger quantities of whole milk or milk replacer around the farm.
At Whyte Country Supplies, our Milk Carts collection includes Wydale milk trolleys in a range of configurations, from straightforward milk transport carts to powered models that can mix milk replacer before feeding.
Choosing the right milk trolley will depend on how many calves you're feeding, the distances involved and whether you need a trolley purely for transportation or a model capable of mixing milk replacer as well.
What Is a Milk Trolley?
A milk trolley – also commonly referred to as a milk cart – is a mobile container designed to make transporting milk around the farm easier.
Rather than carrying smaller containers between the parlour and calf pens, a milk trolley allows a much larger volume to be moved in a single trip.
This can be particularly useful on dairy farms where calves are housed some distance from the milk preparation or collection area.
What Are Milk Carts Used For?
Milk carts are primarily used to transport whole milk or prepared milk replacer for calf feeding.
Their large capacity can reduce the amount of manual carrying involved and make it easier to establish an efficient feeding routine.
A milk trolley can be particularly useful for:
- Transporting whole milk from the parlour to calf pens
- Carrying prepared milk replacer
- Feeding larger groups of calves
- Reducing manual handling of heavy containers
- Improving efficiency during daily calf feeding
- Moving milk over uneven farm surfaces
For farms that simply need an efficient means of transportation, the Wydale Milk Trolley 110 Litre offers a straightforward solution with a 110-litre capacity.
Milk Trolley or Milk Trolley with Mixer?
One of the main decisions is whether you need a standard milk trolley or a milk trolley with an integrated mixer.
Standard Milk Trolley
A standard trolley is ideal where milk is already available or prepared before being transferred into the cart.
The Wydale Milk Trolley 110 Litre is designed for transporting milk around the farm. It features large 400mm wheels for uneven ground and a 40mm outlet positioned at the bottom of the trolley for rapid discharge.
It's a simple option for farms primarily feeding whole milk or preparing milk replacer separately.
Milk Trolley with Mixer
If you regularly use powdered milk replacer, an integrated mixer can remove another manual step from the feeding process.
The Wydale Milk Trolley with Mixer 110 Litre uses a powered mixing system designed to quickly mix powder and liquid. Milk replacer can therefore be prepared in the trolley itself before being transported to the calves.
Its translucent container also makes it easier to measure the volume of liquid being prepared.
Why Use a Milk Mixer for Calf Feeding?
Mixing larger quantities of milk replacer manually can require considerable time and effort.
A powered milk mixer helps automate this part of the process, allowing powder and liquid to be mixed directly in the trolley.
For farms feeding milk replacer regularly, combining mixing and transportation in one piece of equipment can simplify the daily feeding routine and reduce manual handling.
Whyte Country Supplies also stocks larger mobile configurations, including the Wydale 110 Litre 4 Wheel Trolley with Mixer, for farmers looking for a different trolley arrangement while retaining the convenience of an integrated mixer.
Is a 110 Litre Milk Trolley Big Enough?
The appropriate capacity depends mainly on the number of calves being fed and the quantity provided during each feeding.
A 110-litre trolley provides substantially more carrying capacity than individual buckets or smaller containers and may allow milk for multiple calves to be transported in a single journey.
When deciding on capacity, consider:
- Number of calves being fed
- Litres required per feeding
- Number of feeding groups
- Distance between preparation area and calf pens
- Whether multiple trips would still be required
Whyte Country Supplies also carries different Wydale configurations, so it's worth comparing the available models in our Milk Carts collection.
Milk Trolleys for Uneven Farm Surfaces
The route between the parlour and calf housing isn't always a perfectly smooth concrete floor.
Wheel size and trolley design are therefore worth considering when choosing a milk cart.
The Wydale 110-litre models featured in our range use large 400mm wheels designed for uneven ground, helping make it easier to move a full trolley around the farm.
For particularly large loads or different handling requirements, a four-wheel configuration may also be worth considering.
Making Calf Feeding More Efficient
The real advantage of a milk trolley isn't simply its capacity – it's the potential to make a repetitive daily job more manageable.
Instead of repeatedly carrying smaller quantities of milk, farmers can transport a larger volume in one unit. Where a mixer is incorporated, preparation and transportation can also be combined.
Over a busy calf-rearing period, reducing unnecessary handling and journeys between the milk source and calf pens can make the feeding routine considerably more efficient.
Cleaning a Milk Cart
Good hygiene is particularly important with any equipment used for preparing or transporting calf milk.
The Wydale trolleys have their outlet positioned at the lowest point of the container, helping milk drain from the trolley and making washing easier. A twist-on lid also helps minimise splashing and contamination while the milk is being transported.
Milk-contact equipment should be cleaned appropriately after use and the manufacturer's cleaning and maintenance recommendations should always be followed.
Milk Cart & Milk Trolley FAQs
What's the difference between a milk cart and a milk trolley?
The terms are often used interchangeably. Both generally describe mobile equipment used for transporting milk or prepared milk replacer around a farm for calf feeding.
Can a milk trolley be used for whole milk?
Yes. The standard Wydale milk trolley in our range is designed for farms using whole milk and provides a convenient way of transporting it from the parlour to calf pens.
Can I mix milk replacer in a milk trolley?
Only if the trolley is designed for mixing. A model such as the Wydale Milk Trolley with Mixer incorporates a powered mixer specifically for preparing milk before transportation.
How much milk does a Wydale milk trolley hold?
The Wydale models highlighted here have a 110-litre capacity. Check the specifications of the individual product before ordering, as different models and configurations are available.
What is the advantage of a milk trolley with a mixer?
It allows milk replacer to be mixed directly in the trolley rather than prepared separately and then transferred. This can reduce manual mixing and simplify the preparation and transportation process.
Are milk trolleys suitable for uneven ground?
The Wydale 110-litre models described here feature large 400mm wheels designed to make transportation over uneven surfaces easier.
Are four-wheel milk carts available?
Yes. Whyte Country Supplies stocks four-wheel Wydale models, including versions with an integrated milk mixer.
How do I choose the right milk cart?
Consider how many calves you're feeding, the quantity of milk required, the distance to the calf pens, the surfaces you'll travel over and whether you need to mix milk replacer. These factors will help determine the most suitable capacity and trolley configuration.
Where can I buy a milk trolley in Ireland?
Whyte Country Supplies stocks a range of Wydale milk carts and milk trolleys in Ireland, including standard transport trolleys and models with integrated milk mixers. You can view specifications and order through our online Milk Carts collection.
Shop Milk Carts & Milk Trolleys
Browse the complete Milk Carts collection at Whyte Country Supplies to compare our Wydale milk trolleys, four-wheel carts and milk trolleys with mixers. Choose the model that best suits your calf feeding setup and order online for delivery in Ireland.
