Visit of Smart Animal Husbandry Committee Innovators to Alinaghian Industrial Farm | A New Step Toward a Technological Roadmap
On 20 April 2025, members of the Smart Animal Husbandry Committee visited the Alinaghian Industrial Dairy Farm with the goal of developing a roadmap for technological advancement in the livestock industry. This visit marked a significant step toward promoting the digitalization and smart farming practices in Iran’s animal husbandry sector.
Examining Modern Dairy Processes Through a Technological Lens
During the visit, engineers Mr. Asasi and Mr. Vakili introduced various parts of the farm, explaining key processes such as the feed factory, milking system, open pens, and calf facilities. Their explanations provided both industrial and technological insights.
Key Outcomes & Technological Insights
At the conclusion of the visit, a survey yielded notable results:
- Participant satisfaction: ۹.۳ out of 10
- Increased awareness of animal husbandry among tech innovators: ۸۰%
- Identified challenges:
- Data flow generation, transfer, and usage
- Lack of awareness of modern technology among farmers
- Absence of data integration
- Shortage of skilled workforce
- Issues in feed management and lack of R&D leadership
Motivation, Synergy & the Future of Smart Animal Husbandry
All participants (100%) expressed willingness to engage in the smart animal husbandry field. Inspirational quotes shared at the end of the visit reflect a forward-looking vision:
- “We’re a motivated team ready to launch a product quickly.”
- “This team holds the knowledge and expertise the livestock industry truly needs.”
- “Synergy leads to progress.”
- “Farming gains new meaning when paired with technology.”
- “This industrial farmer shows a forward-thinking perspective.”
Conclusion
The visit to Alinaghian Dairy Farm can be seen as the beginning of Iran’s first successful teamwork initiative in smart animal husbandry — a serious step toward turning ideas into action, bridging knowledge and industry, and elevating the technological status of the livestock sector.
