GEA : acquires CattleEye and adds the proven AI solution to its portfolio

• AI solution CattleEye has been developed for early detection of lameness in dairy cows
• Acquisition reinforces GEA's commitment to animal health and welfare as part of its Next Generation Farming strategy
  

CattleEye is an artificial intelligence system designed to quickly detect and predict lameness in cows and to provide critical data to assess the body condition score. It reflects whether animals are properly fed and in good physical condition. Next to mastitis, lameness is a major disease in dairy cows that can lead to infertility and ultimately affect milk yield. By using this AI-based software, farmers can take immediate action to improve the animal welfare and productivity.

The CattleEye system combines a 2D camera with specialized software that analyzes cow movement and body score patterns. Farmers gain unparalleled insight into their herd's health. The system can be integrated into both new and existing farms, regardless of the type of milking system.

Peter Lauwers, CEO of the GEA Farm Technologies Division: "With the trend towards larger and more automated dairy farms, the need to monitor and track animals and production is becoming increasingly important. By adding CattleEye's advanced AI technology, we are expanding our DairyNet portfolio for modern herd management. This can be a game changer for farmers to improve herd health, farm productivity and financial stability."