Enhanced connectivity in farm buildings
Most of the time, livestock is raised in large indoor and outdoor areas where traditional connectivity options such as Wi-Fi or public cellular networks fall short. Private 5G networks provide broad, low-latency coverage that ensures seamless data transmission across milking stalls, barns, and facilities.
Real-time location and health tracking
Effective livestock management depends on continuous oversight of animal health, location, and behavior. Sensors and wearables generate valuable data but require robust connectivity to function reliably. Private 5G then enables more consistent livestock monitoring and supports massive numbers of connected devices with real-time data flow, enabling early interventions and better decision-making.
Improved animal health and welfare
With private 5G, farms can transfer and analyze health data at speed. Supported with AI algorithms, predictive health monitoring becomes possible, helping farmers identify changes in movement, vital signs, or feeding behavior before they escalate into health issues. This proactive approach reduces veterinary costs, prevents the spread of disease, and improves overall animal welfare.
Digital twin of animal stalls or stations
All the afore-mentioned technologies can then be combined to provide a real digital twin of pork or cow stations, which give farmers an instant overview of their stall operational status. In addition, robots like Autonomous Feeding Systems can be installed to reduce manual labor.
Data security and ownership
As agricultural data becomes more valuable, ensuring its protection is crucial. With public networks, data privacy and ownership can be at risk. Private 5G provides enhanced security and gives farmers full control over sensitive information related to livestock productivity, health, and operations.
