Enhancing the Quality of Dairy Products by Reducing the Pilferage and Increase the Efficiency of Logistics Performance by Using Automated Dairy System.
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Background: Dairy farming is a vital sector in developing countries, where small farmers contribute approximately 80% of the dairy milk supply. These farmers often rely on traditional practices and are disconnected from technological advancements. This gap highlights the necessity for technology integration to meet the increasing global demand for dairy products.
Objective: This research paper aims to prevent water adulteration in milk and enhance the monitoring of the milk trade through an Automated Dairy System, ensuring the provision of pure milk to the public.
Methods: Our Automated Dairy System incorporates several components and interfaces, including a Sensor Interface (I/O), Internet Connection Interface, Bluetooth Interface, and Audio Interface. The system enables dairy farmers to check milk quality for impurities before dispatching to vendors and upon arrival. Additionally, it tracks the transportation of milk containers from farms using GPS technology.
Results: Initial tests on the prototype demonstrate the system's effectiveness in detecting changes in milk volume, indicating potential adulteration. The GPS tracking feature successfully monitors the transport process, ensuring the milk's purity during transit.
Conclusion: The implementation of this Automated Dairy System in dairy farming, especially in Pakistan, represents a significant stride towards improving milk quality and quantity. This innovation not only meets the current technological gap in traditional farming practices but also aligns with the growing global demand for high-quality dairy products. Our system is expected to have a substantial impact on the dairy industry by ensuring the delivery of pure milk to consumers and enhancing the overall efficiency of milk production and trade.
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