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Can AI help with livestock farming?

Karl Harenbrock
April 9, 2025

It’s getting harder to find skilled labor in agriculture. That’s why more and more farmers are turning to robots. Automation is carrying out all the work from from milking to feeding.

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Robots and AI have fully automated a cattle barn, enabling the farmer to care for 170 cows independently via a smartphone app. The system uses sensors on the animals to monitor health and activities, while robots handle feeding and milking, reducing the need for manual labor. Automation has allowed the farmer to expand the herd and improve efficiency, despite high initial costs. Demand for agricultural automation is growing globally, with systems being exported to over 70 countries. These technologies aim to make farming sustainable and more appealing for future generations.

This video summary was created by AI from the original DW script. It was edited by a journalist before publication

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