articleAgricultureApr 16, 2024GOLD OA

Precision Livestock Farming Technology: Applications and Challenges of Animal Welfare and Climate Change

University of Thessaly · Agricultural University of Athens

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Abstract

This study aimed to review recent developments in the agri-food industry, focusing on the integration of innovative digital systems into the livestock industry. Over the last 50 years, the production of animal-based foods has increased significantly due to the rising demand for meat. As a result, farms have increased their livestock numbers to meet consumer demand, which has exacerbated challenges related to environmental sustainability, human health, and animal welfare. In response to these challenges, precision livestock farming (PLF) technologies have emerged as a promising solution for sustainable livestock production. PLF technologies offer farmers the opportunity to increase efficiency while mitigating…

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Keywords
  • Livestock
  • Animal welfare
  • Livelihood
  • Business
  • Agriculture
  • Sustainability
  • Production (economics)
  • Natural resource economics
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Responsible consumption and production
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