Measuring, Recording and Sampling Devices Sub-Committee

Steps to submit a recording device for ICAR testing & certification

The devices used for the purpose of official milk recording must be ICAR-certified, based on Section 11 of the ICAR Guidelines, which details the rules, standards and recommendations for testing, certification and periodic checking of a milk recording and sampling device.

News and Updates

• Revised statistical software used in ICAR tests
• Welcome to Guillaume Hamon (IDELE) in the MRSD Sub-Committee

ICAR certified recording devices

• Milk meters for cows
• Milk meters for sheep and goats
• AMS/Milk Sampling Automatic Meters
• Weigh Jars

Sensor devices

• ICAR sensors overview  – File (as .xlsx) 
• Sensor trait characterisation – File (as .xlsx)
• Best practices guide on sensor devices 
• Application form for validation of sensor devices

Statistical software for ICAR tests

The software for registered users is available here

Learn more about the ICAR MRSD SC

Composition, test centres and Terms of Reference of the MRSD SC 

ICAR Guidelines – Section 11

Guidelines for Testing, Certification and Checking of Recording and Sampling Devices