One of the most important things in farm management, when it comes to profit, is that the data you collect from your farms are accurate and easily withdrawn from the farms. Our climate sensors fit all farm controllers and can be customized for your specific needs. In this way you can collect, share, and compare data from all your farms in one system.
Monitoring the level of ammonia and CO2 can reveal the course of abnormal behaviour at your farm.
Ammonia is a byproduct of animal urine and feces, and high levels of ammonia in the air can irritate the respiratory tract and cause coughing, sneezing, and other respiratory problems in animals. High levels of ammonia can also lead to reduced appetite and weight gain, as well as an increased risk of respiratory infections.
CO2 is a gas produced by the breathing of animals and the decomposition of organic matter. High levels of CO2 in the air can lead to respiratory problems and reduced productivity in animals. It can also be harmful to humans, causing symptoms like headache, dizziness, and fatigue.
You can optimize the feed conversion ratio (FCR) of your livestock and improve the efficiency of your operation in different ways using sensors.
Using a capacitive sensor you can monitor feed intake by keeping track of how much feed your animals are consuming, and make adjustments as needed to ensure that they are receiving the right amount. You can also use a capacitive sensor to make sure you reduce the amount of feed that is wasted by minimizing spillage.
Make sure the climate is optimum so the animals does not freeze or get sick due to high levels of humidity, CO2, or ammonia.
By minimizing stress your animals will have a better wellfare and your production will increase.
Using sensors that need minimal maintenance and replacements lower the amount of physical visits insite the farm house. Livestock does not like to have people visit the stable and most often it makes them flee in fear, which creates insecurity and stresses them.
High humidity can contribute to the formation of mold and the production of ammonia in a livestock facility.
Mold thrives in moist environments, and high humidity can provide the ideal conditions for mold growth. In a livestock facility, mold can grow on feed, bedding, and other surfaces, and can cause respiratory problems and other health issues in animals.
Ammonia is produced by the decomposition of animal urine and feces, and high humidity can accelerate the decomposition process, leading to higher levels of ammonia in the air. High levels of ammonia can irritate the respiratory tract and cause coughing, sneezing, and other respiratory problems in animals.
To minimize the formation of mold and the production of ammonia in a livestock facility, it is important to maintain good ventilation and keep the environment as dry as possible. To do that you can monitor humidity with a humidity sensor connected to your farm controller that regulates your ventilation system.
