review · Animals
This study reviewed the current state, utilisation, effectiveness, and evolution of precision livestock farming (PLF) tools. The primary objective of these tools is to monitor animal behaviour, welfare, and social interaction to enhance production and improve animal welfare. The review specifically focused on three types of technology: wearable sensors, including accelerometers and global positioning systems; video observation, using drones and cameras; and smartphones. These technologies were assessed in their application to common ruminants, such as cattle, sheep, and goats. Based on an analysis of 108 relevant articles, the review concluded that most of the studied PLF tools demonstrated high accuracy and significant potential when applied appropriately.
Understanding the current landscape of precision livestock farming is crucial for improving animal welfare and optimising production. This review highlights how various technologies are being used to monitor livestock, providing insights into their effectiveness and potential for future development in agricultural practices.
The abstract indicates that precision livestock farming tools are already applied and evolving for monitoring animal behaviour and welfare in ruminants. This suggests a pathway for further development and integration of these technologies into commercial farming operations, aiming to increase production efficiency and enhance animal welfare. The tools reviewed are applied and tested, indicating a near-market readiness for various applications in livestock management.
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This study aims to evaluate the state of precision livestock farming (PLF)'s spread, utilization, effectiveness, and evolution over the years. PLF includes a plethora of tools, which can aid in a number of laborious and complex tasks. These tools are often used in the monitoring of different animals, with the objective to increase production and improve animal welfare. The most frequently monitored attributes tend to be behavior, welfare, and social interaction. This study focused on the application of three types of technology: wearable sensors, video observation, and smartphones. For the wearable devices, the focus was on accelerometers and global positioning systems. For the video observation, the study addressed drones and cameras. The animals monitored by these tools were the most common ruminants, which are cattle, sheep, and goats. This review involved 108 articles that were believed to be pertinent. Most of the studied papers were very accurate, for most tools, when utilized appropriate; some showed great benefits and potential.
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DOI: 10.3390/ani14030416
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