Water Measurement for Animal Production & Livestock
Reliable Flow Measurement for Efficient Livestock Water Management
Water is essential to every livestock operation—from animal health and feed efficiency to sanitation and regulatory compliance. As production scales and operating costs increase, accurate water measurement becomes critical for managing resources efficiently.
McCrometer provides dependable water measurement solutions designed to help livestock producers and animal production facilities monitor water use accurately, optimize operations, and maintain consistent water supply across their systems.
Managing Water in Livestock Operations
Animal production and livestock facilities face distinct water management challenges:
- Limited visibility into actual water consumption
- Increasing operational and energy costs
- High water demand variability across production stages
- Leaks, system losses, and unaccounted‑for water
- Growing pressure to document water use and stewardship
Without accurate measurement, water systems often operate blindly—making it difficult to control costs, detect inefficiencies, or ensure reliable supply for animals.
Water Measurement Solutions Built for Animal Agriculture
McCrometer flow meters are purpose-built to deliver accurate, repeatable measurement for agricultural groundwater applications—including wells, pumps, and distribution systems. With decades of experience in agricultural water measurement, McCrometer helps growers and water managers move from assumptions to actionable data. Our groundwater monitoring solutions are engineered to meet the realities of agriculture:
Key capabilities include:
- Accurate measurement across a wide range of flow rates
- Minimal maintenance in harsh agricultural environments
- Long-term measurement stability for regulatory confidence
- Compatibility with data logging and telemetry systems
- Rugged construction for outdoor and remote installations
- Low pressure loss to maximize pumping efficiency
- Flexible installation options for new and existing wells
- Long service life with minimal recalibration
Why Accurate Water Measurement Matters in Animal Production
Support Animal Health & Productivity – Ensure consistent and adequate water supply for livestock—supporting animal welfare, growth rates, and overall productivity.
Reduce Operating Costs – Identify leaks, excessive use, or inefficient system design to control water and energy costs.
Improve Operational Visibility – Understand how water is used across barns, pens, cooling systems, and washdown processes.
Support Sustainability & Stewardship Goals – Document water use and demonstrate responsible management as sustainability expectations continue to grow.
Designed for Livestock & Animal Production Environments
McCrometer water measurement solutions are engineered to support a wide range of livestock and animal production uses and perform in challenging agricultural settings including:
- Outdoor and indoor livestock facilities
- Dusty, wet, and high‑use conditions
- Continuous operation with minimal downtime
- Dairy operations
- Feedlots and finishing operations
- Poultry and swine facilities
- Livestock watering systems
- Washdown, cooling, and sanitation systems
- Agricultural water distribution networks
With decades of experience in agricultural water measurement, McCrometer is trusted by producers and operators to deliver accurate, reliable flow data where water availability and performance matter most.
Featured McCrometer Flow Meters for Animal & Livestock Production
Whether serving a single barn or a multi‑site animal production operation, McCrometer meters deliver consistent, long‑term performance and best serves our customers when water supports animal health, productivity, and profitability.
Best Selling Propeller Meter in the U.S.
The McMag 2000 retrofits using the Mc®Propeller saddle and offers Pulse output for system integration. Offering a 5-year full warranty, easy installation, and in-field maintenance, the McMag 2000 is the only mag meter on the market that maintains accuracy with flow straighteners!
Requiring only 2D upstream and 1D downstream straight-run, the Dura Mag offers a 5-year meter and battery warranty, and lifetime liner guarantee. Its fusion-bonded epoxy coating eliminates risk of liner separation and water intrusion.