Drone-assisted Health Monitoring of Livestock: Bridging Technology and Veterinary Science

Background: Monitoring livestock health is an essential component of modern agriculture, as it guarantees the well-being of animals, increases production and ensures food security. Traditional techniques, especially in rural agricultural enterprises, are labor-intensive and limited in scope. Methods: This research explores the use of drone technology to monitor cattle health, employing thermal imaging, multispectral cameras and artificial intelligence-based data processing to enhance monitoring capabilities. Result: The study found that drones significantly improve monitoring efficiency by covering larger areas in less time. The technology achieved over 90% accuracy in detecting health abnormalities. However, challenges such as environmental side effects, start-up costs and the need for operator training were identified.