Avirobots Manifesto

According to the International Poultry Council, broiler production efficiency is expected to increase by 15% by 2030, aligning with trends observed since 1970. At Avirobots, we believe this progress will be driven by the adoption of precision farming, leveraging data generated daily in smart poultry houses through sensors and cameras.

Although this technology is already in use, the collected information is neither processed nor applied efficiently due to the lack of specialized human resources. Artificial intelligence will enable the processing of this data, but the shortage of personnel in farms remains a challenge for implementing real-time changes. This issue is further exacerbated by an aging workforce and the disinterest of younger generations in poultry farming.

Moreover, the industry faces challenges such as improving biosecurity, reducing human movement between poultry houses, and ensuring specific conditions that promote animal welfare, including continuous behavioral monitoring and stimulus control to reduce stress in birds. These needs underscore the urgency for accessible and effective technological solutions.

At Avirobots, we have developed the Flockers robots: affordable, mobile robots designed to operate exclusively within a poultry house. These robots combine a digital intelligence specialized in poultry farming with a robotic body capable of navigating the entire space. The Flocker can monitor environmental conditions, analyze bird behavior using cameras, stimulate flocks with its movement, and improve environmental quality by dissipating heat and moisture from the litter. Additionally, the robot can be accessed and monitored remotely, enabling real-time supervision from any location.

In the future, Flockers robots will integrate an articulated arm to automatically collect and remove dead birds, enhancing biosecurity and reducing the need for human intervention. They will also feature an integrated scale to weigh birds as the robot moves through the poultry house, saving time and resources.

Furthermore, advanced cameras and artificial intelligence algorithms will be implemented to predict bird weight, quality, and generate alerts regarding abnormal behavior or potential diseases. The robots will be able to create real-time heat and humidity maps and analyze how birds respond to environmental conditions, optimizing their welfare and performance.

These improvements will enable more efficient, healthier, and productive flock management, ensuring better control of the poultry house and maximizing returns for producers.