Phenotyping tools and data collection for the agroecological transition
Outils de phénotypage et collecte de données pour la transition agroécologique
Résumé
Livestock phenotyping has made significant progress in recent years through the increasing use of digital tech-
nology. When used appropriately, phenotyping tools can be an important lever in the agroecological transition of
livestock production. The GIS Avenir Elevages undertook a multi-species review of recent advances in animal
phenotyping and the contribution these new tools could make to the agroecological transition. In particular, we
look at the measurement of new traits related to environmental impact (production of greenhouse gases), the
efficient use of feed and water resources (intake of concentrates or forages, water, digestibility, etc.), animal
behaviour related to welfare (movement sensors or image or sound analysis using artificial intelligence tools,
etc.) and health (in particular through ”omics” tools). The prospects of continuous measurement of more standard
phenotypes (weight, milk or egg production) are also mentioned. The strengths and weaknesses of the different
phenotyping technologies and tools will be discussed. The review will 1) provide a multi-species inventory of
phenotyping tools for traits, and 2) identify gaps in certain areas and make proposals for research and develop-
ment actions to fill them.
Domaines
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