Advanced Livestock Health Monitoring Technology

The small stock health monitoring system’s hardware includes a range of sensors and devices designed to monitor the vital signs of goats and sheep in real time. Key components include heart rate, body temperature, and respiration sensors, which help track animal health and detect potential issues early. RFID tags and electronic ID (EID) readers will be used for individual animal identification and tracking, ensuring accurate record-keeping and management. These components will be integrated into lightweight, animal-friendly wearables such as collars or harnesses, designed to provide continuous monitoring with minimal disruption to the animals’ daily activities. To ensure reliable and long-term operation, the system will incorporate solar-rechargeable power solutions, reducing the need for manual charging. Various connectivity options, including GSM/LTE, WiFi, LoRaWAN, and Bluetooth, will be employed to transmit collected data to the cloud for analysis and real-time decision-making. The hardware will be built to withstand harsh farm environments, ensuring durability, low power consumption, and ease of use for farmers. The system is designed to be scalable and adaptable to different farm sizes and operational needs.