Funding: Data2Sustain EDIH
Reap Interactive
Reap Interactive Ltd. is a technology company specialising in advanced agricultural solutions, particularly in livestock management. Their expertise lies in leveraging AI, Computer Vision (CV), and machine learning to enhance farming efficiency and decision-making.
Their flagship product, an intelligent livestock management device, tracks cattle development through water intake and weight monitoring. This device integrates seamlessly with farm management systems, providing farmers with real-time insights into cattle health and growth, helping them predict and influence grading outcomes.
Problem To Be Solved
Farmers face challenges in accurately predicting livestock growth and grading outcomes at slaughterhouses. Traditional methods relying on weight and water intake fail to capture the complexities of animal development, often leading to inconsistencies in grading results. A more reliable, data-driven solution was required to help farmers align their expectations with actual outcomes.
WiSAR Solution
The project focused on integrating advanced Computer Vision (CV) and AI into existing livestock management systems. This solution complemented Reap Interactive’s current system by adding precise body dimension measurements, independent of weight and water intake, offering a more comprehensive growth analysis tool.
To capture accurate cattle measurements, the system used two high-resolution cameras for size and shape analysis and an RFID camera for seamless cattle tracking at the water station.
The collected data was processed using AI-driven analysis, including:
1. Image Processing: AI-enhanced image analysis captured key cattle dimensions such as body length, shoulder width, and height.
2. RFID Tag Reading: Automated tracking of individual cattle using RFID tags, with additional image recognition for non-tagged animals.
3. Growth Predictions: A machine learning model analysed the data to predict cattle grading outcomes, improving accuracy over time through continuous learning.
Impact & Benefits
The integration of Computer Vision and AI into livestock management offers significant advantages for farmers. This solution provides:
· More accurate and data-driven cattle development tracking.
· Proactive management tools to improve grading outcomes.
· Reduced inconsistencies in carcass grading.
· Increased efficiency and automation in livestock monitoring.
The successful demonstration of this AI-powered system positions Reap Interactive as a leader in smart agricultural solutions, helping farmers achieve greater consistency and profitability in livestock management.
