Yogurt / Skyr Production Monitor

Monitor Produzione Yogurt / Skyr

Controlla i parametri di fermentazione e stima la resa finale del prodotto in base al volume di latte, temperatura e dosaggio dei fermenti.

This application allows you to monitor yogurt or skyr production in real-time, analyzing the main fermentation technical parameters: volume of milk processed, temperature, fermentation time, and dosages of ferments.
It is an ideal tool for transformation labs, small farms, and dairies producing artisanal yogurt or skyr and wishing to maintain consistent quality and yield of the product.

Main Features

  • Automatic calculation of the estimated yield of the finished product (kg).
  • Estimation of the residual whey produced during draining.
  • Analysis of fermentation parameters (temperature, time, dosage).
  • Reporting of non-optimal conditions with clear messages.
  • Technical summary of parameters and a button to copy results.

How it Works

  1. Enter the volume of milk (in liters) used for fermentation.
  2. Select the type of production (yogurt or skyr).
  3. Indicate the fermentation temperature (°C) and duration (hours).
  4. Enter the dosing of ferments (g/L).
  5. The app calculates:
    • the estimated yield in kg;
    • the residual whey in liters;
    • a technical assessment of the set parameters.

Reference Optimal Parameters

ProductTemperature (°C)Time (hours)Dosage (g/L)Average Yield (%)
Yogurt42–454–62.598%
Skyr38–405–83.085%

Practical Example

  • Milk: 50 L
  • Type: Yogurt
  • Temperature: 43 °C
  • Time: 5 hours
  • Ferments: 2.5 g/L

Result:

  • Estimated yield: 49 kg of yogurt
  • Residual whey: 1 L
  • All parameters are optimal for regular fermentation.

Utility

  • Real-time fermentation monitoring.
  • Daily quality control for small and medium producers.
  • Analysis of parameters for audits and HACCP traceability.
  • Technical support for operators and students in the dairy sector.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does the app consider the concentration of solids in milk?
No, the yield is calculated based on standard average values. You can manually adjust it if you work with concentrated or skim milk.

2. Can I adapt it for fermented plant drinks?
Yes, it is possible to add a third type of production (“fermented plant drink”) with specific parameters.

3. Can I save daily production data?
Currently no, but I can add an archive or CSV export.

4. Is it compatible with tablets or smartphones in the lab?
Yes, the interface is responsive and perfect for mobile devices.

5. Can I modify the temperature or time ranges?
Yes, just update the values in the $parametri array in the PHP code.

6. Is the app also useful for technical training?
Yes, it can be used as a teaching tool for food technology students and industry operators.