Title: Health Monitoring And Environmental Control System For Domestic Birds
Authors: Enock Japhety Amos, Victa Patrick Funzila, Verediana Denis Mbogo
Volume: 10
Issue: 5
Pages: 188-192
Publication Date: 2026/05/28
Abstract:
The global imperative to improve bird's welfare, ensure food security, and promote sustainable farming practices is driving a profound digital transformation in animal husbandry. This comprehensive review paper examines the architecture, implementation, and challenges of integrated Health Monitoring and Environmental Control Systems for animals and birds, which form a cornerstone of the Precision Livestock Farming paradigm. The paper details the synergistic technological components of these systems, including the Internet of Things for connectivity, wearable and non-invasive biosensors for data acquisition, and machine learning algorithms for predictive analytics. A critical analysis identifies the primary barriers to widespread adoption, such as technical issues related to data fusion and system interoperability, the biological complexity of establishing valid health and welfare biomarkers, high economic costs, and significant socio technical challenges concerning user trust and data governance. By synthesizing current research and commercial trends, the review highlights a persistent translational gap between controlled prototypes and robust, scalable solutions suitable for diverse farm environments. It concludes that the future success of these intelligent systems hinges on interdisciplinary collaboration to develop cost-effective, explainable, and user-centric technologies. Finally, the paper provides targeted recommendations for researchers, industry developers, farmers, and policymakers to foster the responsible and effective implementation of these systems, ultimately aiming to enhance animal welfare, operational efficiency, and agricultural sustainability.