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Sensor-Based Precision Feeding Systems in Animal Production: Technologies and Applications
Francesco Giannico1, Claudia Carbonara2, Anna Caputi Jambrenghi3
1Department of Human Sciences, Link Campus University, 00165 Roma, Italy.
Animals : an Open Access Journal From MDPI
|May 13, 2026
Summary
Precision feeding systems (PFSs) leverage electronic and ICT technologies to optimize livestock health, welfare, and nutrition. Real-time monitoring enhances farm efficiency, though further development is needed for widespread adoption in sustainable livestock production.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Animal Science
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Livestock systems are vital for ecosystems and rural economies, facing challenges from environmental conditions.
- Efficient livestock management requires timely data on animal health, welfare, and nutrition.
- Feeding and nutrition represent a significant cost in animal breeding, highlighting the need for optimized systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current state and potential applications of precision feeding systems (PFSs) for sustainable livestock production.
- To analyze the implementation and feasibility of PFSs across different animal production species and contexts.
- To identify areas requiring further research for the advancement of PFS technology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of precision feeding systems in livestock production.
- Analysis of existing studies on the implementation and feasibility of PFSs.
- Investigation of real-time monitoring and control systems for farm efficiency.
Main Results:
- Precision feeding systems (PFSs) utilize electronic and ICT technologies to improve animal health, welfare, and nutritional management.
- Real-time monitoring and control systems show potential to enhance the production efficiency of livestock farms.
- PFSs have demonstrated transformative impacts on farm management by providing critical data.
Conclusions:
- Precision feeding systems offer significant potential for sustainable livestock production by optimizing resource use and animal productivity.
- While PFSs can improve farm efficiency, several components require further development and commercial readiness.
- Continued research and development are essential to fully realize the benefits of PFSs in the livestock sector.
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