GEA adds AI solution to portfolio with Cattle Eye acquisition
Source: The DairyNews
In a strategic move to enhance its offerings for dairy farms, GEA has acquired CattleEye Ltd., a leading agricultural software company based in Northern Ireland. The acquisition sees GEA incorporating an innovative artificial intelligence system into its portfolio, aimed at improving animal health and welfare within dairy operations. Financial details of the transaction remain confidential.
CattleEye's AI solution is specifically tailored for the early detection of lameness in dairy cows, a crucial aspect of ensuring herd health and productivity. Lameness, alongside mastitis, poses significant challenges in the dairy industry, impacting fertility and milk yield. By swiftly identifying and predicting lameness, CattleEye equips farmers with vital data to assess the condition of their cows, enabling timely intervention to enhance welfare and productivity.
Utilizing a combination of a 2D camera and advanced software, the CattleEye system analyzes cow movement and body score patterns, providing farmers with unparalleled insights into their herd's health status. Its adaptable nature allows seamless integration into various farm setups, regardless of milking systems in place.
Peter Lauwers, CEO of the GEA Farm Technologies Division: “With the trend towards larger and more automated dairy farms, the need to monitor and track animals and production is becoming increasingly important. By adding CattleEye’s advanced AI technology, we are expanding our DairyNet portfolio for modern herd management. This can be a game changer for farmers to improve herd health, farm productivity and financial stability.”
Utilizing a combination of a 2D camera and advanced software, the CattleEye system analyzes cow movement and body score patterns, providing farmers with unparalleled insights into their herd's health status. Its adaptable nature allows seamless integration into various farm setups, regardless of milking systems in place.
Peter Lauwers, CEO of the GEA Farm Technologies Division: “With the trend towards larger and more automated dairy farms, the need to monitor and track animals and production is becoming increasingly important. By adding CattleEye’s advanced AI technology, we are expanding our DairyNet portfolio for modern herd management. This can be a game changer for farmers to improve herd health, farm productivity and financial stability.”
