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Leading in Livestock Drinking Water Research

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Livestock drinking water research

Do you have proper insight into the quality of the water your livestock consumes? Optimal water quality contributes to the health of the animals and the associated installations. In the Netherlands, you are required to comply with strict legal requirements regarding livestock drinking water to obtain quality marks and certificates. At Normec, we understand how important water quality is. Thanks to specialised and systematic water testing, we ensure that your water is of the highest quality and that you comply with all requirements.

Livestock drinking water testing at a glance

  • Regular monitoring of livestock drinking water quality

  • Compliance with legal requirements for IKB Nederland and Beter Leven Keurmerk, among others

  • From sampling to analysis, and from advice to guidance

  • Testing carried out by an accredited laboratory

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Accredited laboratory

It is essential that livestock drinking water analyses are carried out by an accredited laboratory. Normec is ISO-accredited, which means that we comply with strict quality standards and are regularly audited. This guarantees that our analyses are reliable and recognised by official authorities. Our water analyses always comply with the requirements of IKB Nederland Varkens (IKB Netherlands Pigs) or IKB Nederland Runderen (IKB Netherlands Cattle), as well as guidelines such as Natuurvlees Nederland (Nature Meat Netherlands), QS, and the Beter Leven Keurmerk (Better Life Quality Mark).

What do we analyse?

In livestock drinking water testing, we examine various parameters and characteristics of the water to analyse its quality. This allows us to analyse the quality of the water. We examine microbiological aspects such as coliforms and E. coli, and chemical parameters such as pH value, dissolved oxygen, nutrients, and minerals. By analysing these parameters extensively, we identify potential risks. Based on the results, you can take appropriate measures to ensure the health and performance of your livestock.

Drinking water testing for livestock at Normec

By outsourcing your periodic water testing to Normec, you don't have to worry about forgetting to schedule the test. We will remind you when it is time to take a sample. One of our colleagues will visit you to take the sample, which we will then analyse in our accredited laboratory. You will receive a detailed analysis, including advice. This allows you to systematically check the water quality, monitor any problems, and ensure that you comply with all legal requirements.

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If there is ever a problem with a sample or report, we just need to call or email and it is resolved immediately. Normec never fails to use a sample because they did not have all the information. This is something we have experienced with other labs. Normec is a truly reliable partner; we work well together.
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Frequently asked questions

Clean water is essential for animal health and for meeting quality standards like IKB and Beter Leven. Regular testing helps prevent health and performance issues.

We analyse microbiological indicators like E. coli, plus chemical parameters such as pH, dissolved oxygen, nutrients, and minerals.

Yes, certifications like IKB require testing to be done by an ISO-accredited lab such as Normec to ensure compliance.