Challenges in Poultry Farming
On farms operated by Sollio Agriculture in Montreal, traditional management methods faced significant challenges:
- Difficulties in monitoring conditions: Key parameters like temperature, humidity, and lighting were not continuously monitored.
- Increased losses: Issues were not detected early, leading to higher mortality rates and lower feed efficiency.
- Market pressure: Consumers demanded greater transparency and assurances of animal welfare.
These challenges highlighted the need for modernization through technological solutions.
poultryNET at Montreal Farm
With the support of our partner Axceta, we implemented poultryNET on Sollio Agriculture farms. Key activities included:
- Installing sensors for real-time monitoring of temperature, humidity, lighting, and CO2 levels.
- Setting up cameras equipped with AI to analyze poultry behavior and perform automated weight measurements.
- Enabling a digital platform for continuous monitoring and recording of key parameters, with real-time alerts to notify farmers when action is required.
Results
The implementation of poultryNET delivered measurable benefits:
- 20% reduction in mortality due to timely interventions.
- 2% increase in feed efficiency, significantly reducing costs.
- Reduced manual labor and improved work organization through automation.
- Transparency in production, strengthening consumer trust in responsible farming practices.
Conclusion
poultryNET has demonstrated how technology can address challenges in poultry farming and enhance production efficiency. This solution empowers farmers to work more effectively, reduce costs, and build trust with consumers.