Dart: There are Myths. Producers Prove the Reality.

There are a lot of assumptions about Dart. Most of them don’t come from the people using it.

Dart is the proven herd management system built on standardized data, supporting informed decisions across the operation, from the office to the barn and on the go.

Here are the most common myths — and what producers say instead.

MYTH: Dart has limited interfaces with other systems

REALITY: Nearly 30 systems connected

Dart integrates with parlor, rotary, and robot milking systems, heat monitoring, feed management, and hoof trimming software — enabling direct data flow that keeps herd records aligned, reduces duplicate entry, and supports informed herd decisions.

MYTH: Dart isn’t user-friendly

REALITY: Standardized data that supports how producers manage

Dart is built on standardized data to protect herd accuracy while supporting the way producers manage. It flags potential errors at the point of entry, preventing incorrect data from spreading through reports or herd analysis.

MYTH: Dart only works for small farms

REALITY: Built to scale with the operation

Dart supports herd data and reporting across operations of all sizes. As herd size and management complexity increase, Dart scales with the operation.

Myth: Dart feels separate from newer tools

REALITY: Streamlined experience across desktop and mobile

Dart acts as the hub of the operation, connecting herd records with PocketDairy and HerdHQ. These tools use the same database to keep information consistent and eliminate redundant entry.

Myth: Dart doesn’t offer local or on-farm support

REALITY: Local service affiliate support, backed by DRMS

Dart is supported by local service affiliates and backed by the DRMS support team. Support is relationship-driven, with real people who understand dairy operations and help producers solve problems.

Dart is the proven herd management system built on standardized data. Use Dart to manage herd records, support informed decisions, and connect information across the operation — from the office to the barn and on the go.

Built to support operations of different sizes and levels of complexity, Dart combines practical tools, integrated workflows, and relationship-driven support to help manage daily herd decisions with confidence.

What Dart Includes

Dart combines herd records, reporting, analysis, protocols, and integrated workflows into one herd management system.

• Herd Records and Reporting
  • Manage lifetime animal records, custom reports, and herd analysis using standardized herd data
• Reproduction Management
  • Track breeding programs, pregnancy performance, semen inventory, timed AI systems, and reproductive workflows
• Protocols and Daily Workflows
  • Create protocols, action lists, and chore management tools to support daily herd management tasks
• Trackers and Herd Analysis
  • Use Activity, Conception, Maternity, Heifer, and Inventory Trackers to monitor trends and evaluate herd performance
• Interfaces and Mobile Tools
  • Connect with milking systems, robotic systems, heat monitoring, hoof trimming and feed systems, and PocketDairy mobile tools
• Genomics and Data Integration
  • Import genomic results, mating files, and herd data into customized reports and analysis tools
• DART Sync Backup Protection
  • Back up herd records offsite with the Dart Sync feature to help protect valuable dairy data and restore files when needed

System Requirements

Dart requires minimal computer power or speed compared to many software applications, helping support installation across a wide range of systems.

• Microsoft Windows operating system
• 4 GB RAM
• 5 GB free disk space
• 1024×768 screen resolution or higher
• USB port for DHI technician use
• Internet access