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Tech-driven evolution of animal housing: an in-depth analysis of the impact of digital technologies, AI, and GenAI in the Era of precision livestock farming

Andrea Silvestri, Monica C. M. Parlato, Alexey Ruchay, Hao Guo, Gabriele Iussig, Andrea Pezzuolo

Computers and Electronics in Agriculture · 2026

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Summary

This 2026 narrative review examines the integration of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and generative AI into contemporary animal housing systems within precision livestock farming. The paper appears to provide an in-depth analysis of how these technologies are transforming housing design, monitoring, and management practices. The review synthesises current evidence on technological innovations in livestock housing, though specific performance or welfare outcomes would require consultation of the full text.

Regional applicability

UK livestock producers, particularly those operating intensive systems, may find the technological frameworks relevant to modernising housing infrastructure and adopting precision management tools. The applicability to UK farm economics and welfare regulation will depend on the cost-benefit analyses and welfare impact assessments presented in the paper.

Key measures

Technology adoption in animal housing; AI and digital tool applications; precision livestock farming metrics (as suggested by title)

Outcomes reported

The study appears to analyse how digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and generative AI are being integrated into modern animal housing infrastructure. It reports on the technological evolution and applications of precision livestock farming systems.

Theme
Farming systems, soils & land use
Subject
Animal health & welfare
Study type
Narrative Review
Study design
Narrative review
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
International
System type
Intensive livestock
DOI
10.1016/j.compag.2026.111602
Catalogue ID
SNmoimwuu3-wp1gsx

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