Proposta de sistema automatizado para alimentação individual de bovinos leiteiros em função do desempenho produtivo

Abstract

Modern dairy farming faces challenges related to labor shortages, high production costs, and the need to increase the efficiency of production systems. This paper presents the development of an automated feed dosing system for lactating dairy cows, aiming to reduce waste, optimize feeding management, and minimize reliance on intensive labor. The system uses sensors and actuators to individually adjust the amount of feed provided to each animal based on its productive performance, following the principles of precision livestock farming. Preliminary results indicate that automation contributes to feed standardization, improved animal welfare, and increased production efficiency, highlighting its potential to modernize dairy farm management.