Agrodieta: aplicativo móvel para formulação de dietas para ruminantes

Abstract

This work presents the development of AgroDieta, an innovative mobile application designed to assist small and medium-sized producers in formulating balanced diets for ruminants, including beef and dairy cattle, sheep, and goats. Based on the principles of animal nutrition, the app aims to optimize feed management, reduce costs, and promote a more efficient and sustainable livestock farming practice. Proper diet formulation is essential to ensure the health and performance of animals, minimize waste, and improve production profitability. The developed system allows for calculating, optimizing, and storing personalized diets, making nutritional management more practical and accessible to producers. The methodology involved a theoretical review of ruminant digestion and their nutritional needs, as well as the development of an intuitive digital tool that facilitates the feed balancing process. Results showed that AgroDieta significantly contributes to the precise formulation of diets, enabling adjustments based on the availability of ingredients and the specific requirements of each species. Furthermore, the tool provides better control over diets, allowing for monitoring of the animals' feeding history. Future perspectives include field testing with producers, enhancing system functionalities, and expanding the nutritional database to make the app even more efficient and accessible