WO2002043473A1 - Systeme de notification d'informations relatives a l'oestrus d'un animal domestique - Google Patents

Systeme de notification d'informations relatives a l'oestrus d'un animal domestique Download PDF

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WO2002043473A1
WO2002043473A1 PCT/JP2001/003746 JP0103746W WO0243473A1 WO 2002043473 A1 WO2002043473 A1 WO 2002043473A1 JP 0103746 W JP0103746 W JP 0103746W WO 0243473 A1 WO0243473 A1 WO 0243473A1
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  • the present invention relates to a system for detecting and reporting the estrus period of livestock, and in particular, to accurately detect the estrus period of a livestock by continuously measuring the biological information using the biological information in the estrus period of the livestock. And a system for notifying livestock managers and others via a communication line via a network.
  • estrus period of livestock For example, when approaching the estrus period of livestock, there is an estrus tendency that the electrical conductivity in the vagina increases and reaches a peak value (maximum value) during the estrus period.
  • a conductivity meter is inserted into the vagina and the electrical conductivity is measured electrically to determine the estrus tendency.
  • estrus based on information such as reddening of the vulva in the cervix of livestock has been reported.
  • signs of estrus have been generated due to changes in the physiological mechanisms associated with the improvement of the performance of livestock herds such as cattle.
  • the electrical conductivity can be obtained only at intermittent intervals of each measurement, so that it is possible to know the estrus tendency.
  • livestock managers may have a considerable amount of time between when they reach estrus and when they become aware of it.
  • the conductivity meter must be inserted into the vagina of the livestock every time the measurement is performed, which makes the insertion work troublesome, and the handling of the measuring instrument is shortened due to the shortening of the insertion work. There were problems such as complication. Disclosure of the invention
  • An object of the present invention is to provide a livestock estrus information reporting system which advantageously solves the above problems.
  • One or more kinds of livestock biological information measuring means which are moored at least in the vagina of the livestock and continuously measure and output biological information showing chronological characteristics during the estrus period of the livestock;
  • a data relay unit for placing the measurement data from the information measurement unit on a communication line; and receiving the measurement data sent via the communication line and receiving the measurement data, and
  • An estrus period determining means for continuously determining whether or not the estrus period has exhibited the time-series feature; and when it is determined that the biological information has exhibited the estrus period of the livestock, the estrus period. It should have a means of reporting to livestock managers immediately.
  • the livestock estrus information reporting system at least one or more kinds of livestock biometric information measuring means such as an electric conductivity meter moored at least in the vagina of the livestock is used in the estrus period of the livestock.
  • the biological information eg, electrical conductivity in the vagina
  • the data relay means places the measurement data output from the livestock biological information measuring means on the communication line, and the estrus period determining means receives the measurement data transmitted via the communication line, and the death information is based on the data.
  • the notification means provided to the livestock manager that the livestock had chronological characteristics in the estrus period (for example, the date and time of the estrus period) and information identifying the livestock (for example, a livestock identification sign). Report an estrus period that includes.
  • the information reported to the livestock manager may include the above measured values.
  • the livestock manager continuously measures biological information showing time-series characteristics during the estrus period of the livestock.
  • the livestock information measurement means for carrying out the mooring in advance at least in the vagina of the livestock allows the livestock manager to report the estrus period of the livestock determined by the estrus period determining means. Can receive.
  • the livestock biometric information measuring means here is a livestock biometric that exhibits chronological characteristics during the estrus period.
  • a measuring device is always attached to the livestock during the period when the livestock such as cattle is to be detected in the estrous period. This eliminates the need for a livestock manager to put on a measuring device each time a measurement is performed, as well as the level of proficiency of the person who inserts the measuring device into the body of the livestock and the individual differences in the measuring device. Can be prevented from affecting the measured value, and more stable measurement can be performed.
  • the livestock biological information measuring means continuously measures biological information showing time-series characteristics during the estrus period of livestock and outputs the measured data as measurement data. In this way, if there is a peak (peak value) in the biological information showing the chronological characteristics during the estrus period of the livestock, it is measured continuously or intermittently so that at least the peak value can be detected. Can be output. In addition, if there is no peak value (peak value), it can be measured and output continuously or intermittently so that its time-series features can be detected. Therefore, the measurement required for detecting the time-series characteristics of the biological information can be performed without missing, and the data can be promptly and reliably output to the estrus period determining means as the measurement data.
  • the estrus period determining means immediately after the measurement data is output from the livestock biological information measuring means, continuously determines whether or not the biological information has exhibited time-series characteristics in the estrus period of the livestock. In other words, when the measurement data is continuously output from the livestock biological information measuring means (in an analog manner every moment), the data is continuously determined. Measurement data intermittently (for example,
  • the data is output (digitally by sampling every hour), it will be determined immediately when the data is received. Therefore, it is possible to immediately determine that the biological information has exhibited time-series characteristics in the estrus period of the livestock, and thus it is possible to determine the estrus period of the livestock in more real time.
  • the notification means immediately notifies the livestock manager. It is possible to quickly and reliably know that the livestock is in estrus.
  • the measurement data from the livestock biometric information measurement means is placed on a communication line such as a telephone line and sent to the estrus determination means by the overnight relay means. Even if it is provided at a location away from the site where the livestock is located, it is possible to reliably output the measurement data measured by the livestock biological information measuring means to the estrus period determining means.
  • the time lag between the time when the livestock is in the estrus period and the time when the livestock manager is notified that the livestock is in the estrus period can be reduced, and the state near real-time can be reduced. It is possible to report the period of estrus to the livestock manager in the country. In addition, since information such as the time of the estrus period of the livestock determined by the estrus period determining means is shown together with the identification mark of the livestock in the information reported to the livestock manager, the livestock manager must It is possible to reliably and easily know which livestock was in heat and when the animal is informed, without having to judge the estrus of the livestock by yourself.
  • this system can prevent the timing of fertilization of livestock from being missed and can greatly improve the conception rate.
  • livestock farmers handling dairy cattle Since the actual emptying period can be reduced and the milk yield can be improved, profits can be efficiently raised.
  • the estrus period determination unit intensively performs the determination of the estrus period of the livestock of a plurality of livestock farmers, and the reporting unit includes the biological information.
  • the livestock is immediately notified to each of the livestock managers of the plurality of livestock farmers via the communication line. Is also good. '
  • the estrus period determining means is constituted by, for example, a computer such as a large computer installed in a centralized control center. Automatic determination as to whether or not time-series features have been exhibited can be performed continuously and collectively. This eliminates the need for each livestock farmer to separately determine the estrus stage of livestock, and makes it possible for each of a plurality of livestock farmers. Then, the estrus period of each of a plurality of livestock can be determined in a lump, and the determined data can be collectively managed by a central management center or the like.
  • the reporting means reports the information output from the estrus period determining means to the livestock manager via the communication line
  • the livestock manager can promptly transmit the information on the communication line via a network such as the Internet.
  • a network such as the Internet.
  • the information reported by the reporting means is displayed on a display (such as a liquid crystal display or a CRT) of a personal computer or the like connected to the Internet in the livestock manager's home. Can be reported to
  • the livestock manager can easily and surely know information such as which livestock estrus when looking at the display.
  • the livestock manager can receive information indicating the estrus period every moment by keeping the communication line connected, especially when the livestock is near the estrus period. It is possible to know the latest information with little time lag. Furthermore, since information on the estrus period of livestock can be distributed to multiple locations at the same time, information on the estrus period of livestock can be sent not only to livestock managers but also to multiple people, including veterinarians and breeders. Can also be reported.
  • a management center etc. on the network as a connection company (provider) such as the Internet
  • communication methods and communication costs between the management center and each livestock farmer can be determined. For example, a contract such as a discount on a line connection fee can be made between the time when the estrus period is reached and the time when the estrus period is determined.
  • a contract such as a discount on a line connection fee can be made between the time when the estrus period is reached and the time when the estrus period is determined.
  • the livestock farmer can prevent the connection fee from becoming expensive even if the line is still connected until the estrus period is determined from near the estrus period. You can also receive the information shown.
  • multiple livestock farmers will be able to access the management center and view measurement data and judgment results.
  • the management center or the like is defined as an ASP (Aplication Service Provider), and the ASP can determine the estrus period using the facilities in the center and manage information including the results.
  • ASP Application Service Provider
  • estrus period determination means for performing such estrus period determination for each of a plurality of livestock farmers, and collective management of a plurality of livestock farmers over a wide range should be performed.
  • the estrus period of livestock of each livestock farmer can be managed, and it is possible to appropriately report the estrus period of livestock to places requiring notification.
  • the livestock biological information measuring means comprises: an electric conductivity meter for detecting the electric conductivity in the vagina of the animal; and the vaginal pH value of the animal. And a pedometer for detecting the number of steps of the livestock described above, and a pH meter for detecting the temperature of the livestock and a pedometer for detecting the number of steps of the livestock.
  • the cervical mucus secreted from the cervix in the animal flows directly into the vagina through the vagina and out of the body.
  • the concentration of sodium chloride (NaCl) in the cervical mucus increases the electrical conductivity in the vagina and drops sharply during estrus. Therefore, it is known that the electrical conductivity in the vagina reaches its maximum during estrus. Therefore, the vaginal electrical conductivity of a livestock shows a peak value (maximum value) as a chronological characteristic during the estrus period of the livestock.
  • the estrus period determining means can reliably determine that the domestic animal has reached the estrus period by determining whether or not the livestock has reached the peak value.
  • the pH value in the vagina generally rises as the animal approaches the estrus period and drops sharply around the estrus period. Therefore, it is known that the peak value (minimum value) occurs during the estrus period. Therefore, from these characteristics, the vaginal pH value of this animal is used as biological information to determine The determining means can reliably determine that the livestock has entered the estrus period by determining whether or not the peak value has been reached. In addition, since the pH value can be measured with high accuracy, the estrus stage of livestock can be determined more accurately.
  • the number of steps and the body temperature of the livestock do not show peak values during the estrus period, but have a time-series characteristic that the values change near the estrus period. It can also be information.
  • the number of steps of the livestock and the body temperature of the livestock are combined with the electrical conductivity in the vagina or the PH value in the vagina, which has a peak value as a time-series characteristic in the estrus period, as described above. Judgment of the estrus period can prevent errors in the determination of the estrus period due to individual differences in livestock, and more accurately report the more accurate estrus period to the livestock manager through the reporting means. be able to.
  • the estrus determination can be made more accurately even when the management center performs the automatic determination.
  • the livestock estrus period information reporting system is further characterized in that the livestock biometric information measuring means includes a data transfer device for transferring data, the communication line includes at least one of a telephone line and the Internet, Means for collecting the data transferred from the data transfer device of the livestock vital information measurement means, and a first repeater for placing the collected data on the communication line. And a second repeater for outputting the signal transmitted through the communication line, and in this case, at least one of the conventional telephone line and the Internet is used. Therefore, it is possible to perform overnight communication with a simple and inexpensive configuration.
  • the reporting means may include at least one of a terminal connectable to the communication line, a telephone, and a facsimile machine.
  • the notification means can be configured to meet the requirements of the livestock manager, or can be configured to be simple and inexpensive.
  • FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram showing a livestock estrus information reporting system of the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing one embodiment of the livestock estrus information reporting system of this embodiment.
  • FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration of a livestock biological information measuring means for measuring biological information in this embodiment.
  • FIGS. 4A and 4B are explanatory diagrams showing vaginal changes during the estrus cycle of a cow, which is generally known in the art.
  • FIG. 4A is an explanatory diagram showing changes in electrical conductivity in the vagina
  • FIG. () Is an explanatory diagram showing the pH value in the vagina.
  • FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram showing the livestock estrus information reporting system of the present invention
  • FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing one embodiment of the livestock estrus information reporting system of this embodiment
  • FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration of livestock biological information measuring means for measuring biological information in this embodiment.
  • A is a cattle as a livestock
  • B is a breeder as a manager of the livestock A
  • F1 is a breeding place for cattle
  • F2 is a home where the breeder is located
  • L is a communication line.
  • the home F2 where the breeder is located is located away from the breeding ground F1 for cattle A, and the breeding ground F1 for cattle A is bred with a plurality of cows A with identification signs.
  • the communication line L here is configured to include a conventional public telephone line L1 (digital network line) and an Internet L2 using the telephone line L1.
  • the system of this embodiment constitutes a system for reporting information indicating the estrus period of cow A to the breeder of cow A, and is moored in the vagina of cow A.
  • livestock biometric information measuring means 1 that continuously measures biometric information showing chronological characteristics during the estrus period of cow A and outputs it as measurement data
  • livestock biometric information measuring means A data relay means for placing the measurement data from 1 on the telephone line L 1, and receiving the measurement data sent over the telephone line L 1, and based on the data, when the biological information is in the estrus period of cow A
  • An estrus period determining means 2 for continuously determining whether or not a sequence of characteristics has been exhibited.
  • a notification means 3 for notifying breeder B is provided.
  • the data relay means here is a data collection unit 7 for collecting the data transferred from the data transfer unit 6 of the livestock biological information measurement unit 1, and a data collection unit 7 for placing the collected data on the telephone line L1.
  • a measuring device m is moored in the vagina of cow A during the period of determining the estrus period of cow A, and the measuring device m is as shown in FIG.
  • the two types of livestock biometric information measurement means namely, a vaginal internal conductivity meter 4 as an electrical conductivity meter for detecting the electrical conductivity in the vagina of cow A 4 and a thermometer 5 for detecting the body temperature of cow A 1 It is equipped with Then, as shown in Fig. 2, during the period when cattle A is to be detected in the estrus period, the measuring device m is continuously inserted into the vagina of cattle A, and the electric power measured by the measuring device m is measured.
  • a data transmitter 6 for attaching measurement data including conductivity and vaginal temperature to the data collector 7 of the data relay means is attached to the neck of cow A.
  • the electric conductivity meter 4 sets one electrode 4a of the pair of electrodes 4a and 4b to the ground voltage, and sets the other electrode 4b to the other.
  • a constant voltage Vcc is applied through a constant current source 4c, and an amplifier 4d is connected to the pair of electrodes 4a and 4b.
  • the thermometer 5 is also configured by connecting an amplifier 5b to a temperature sensor 5a having one set to the ground voltage and the other set to the steady voltage Vcc.
  • the amplifier 4 d and the amplifier 5 b are connected to an AZD converter ml (analog signal / digital signal converter), and the AZD converter 4 d includes a CPU.
  • An m2 central processing unit
  • a transmitter / receiver (TX / RX) m3 having an antenna is connected to the CPU m2.
  • the CP Um 2 here includes a memory m5 for storing data, a timer m6 for controlling time, and an ID switch m7 for inputting an identification sign of the cow A.
  • the amplifier 4d and the amplifier 5b can be configured by one amplifier.
  • the electric conductivity meter 4 uses the pair of electrodes 4a, 4b according to the electric conductivity in the vagina due to the secretion in the vagina. A voltage difference is generated between them, and the signal of the voltage difference (analog signal) is amplified by the amplifier 4d and sent to the AZD converter ml.
  • the thermometer 5 the temperature signal (analog signal) measured by the temperature sensor 5a is amplified by the amplifier 5b and sent to the AZD converter ml.
  • the voltage difference signal and the temperature signal are converted from an analog signal to a digital signal by the AZD converter ml, and the digital signal is sent to the CPU 2.
  • the CPU Um 2 obtains the data of the measurement time (the date and time at the time when the data was sent to the CPU m2) from the timer m6, and converts the voltage difference signal into an electric conductivity value.
  • a calculation process for converting the temperature signal into a temperature value is performed, and the identification number (ID o.) Of the cow A, the value of the electric conductivity, and the value stored in advance in the memory m5 of the CP Um2 are stored.
  • the measurement time is created as measurement data at that time, and the measurement data is sent to the transceiver m3.
  • the memory 1115 in 11! 112 can also record measurement data measured continuously, and records time-series data measured continuously for a fixed period (for example, about 1 hour), and communication is performed. When it is secured or when transmission is determined by CP Um 2, the data can be output together.
  • the transceiver m3 upon receiving the measurement data, immediately transmits it to the data transmitter 6 via the antenna m4. Then, when the data transfer unit 6 receives the data, the data is transferred to a data collection unit 7 provided at a location separated from the cow A (in this embodiment, a telephone pole installed near the breeding ground F1). Send. This allows Such measurement data is put on the telephone line L1 by the data collector 7 via the first terminal adapter, and sent to the estrus period judging means 2 via the second terminal adapter.
  • the estrus period determining means 2 in this embodiment is provided in the central management center C, and the central management center C is an ASP (application service provider), and information on the estrus period of cattle A is obtained from the livestock farmer. When sent, it is a facility that provides a service that detects the estrus period from the information and reports it to the breeder B of the livestock farmer.
  • the estrus period determining means 2 is configured by a normal computer, and includes a web server system 2a, an estrus period determining system 2b, and a database system 2c.
  • the web server system 2a When receiving the measurement data sent from the livestock biological information measuring means 1, the web server system 2a sends the data to the estrus determination system 2b and the estrus determination system 2b. Is output to the home F2 where the breeder B is located, via the terminal adapter (not shown) via the internet network L2 using the telephone line L1 via a terminal adapter (not shown).
  • the database system 2c here comprises a readable and writable memory capable of recording a history of measurement data continuously measured.
  • the estrus period determination system 2b is composed of an arithmetic processing unit, and executes a determination program to perform arithmetic processing.
  • the determination program here is based on the estrus which continuously determines from the measured data whether or not the biological information (in this example, the electrical conductivity and body temperature in the vagina) showed time-series characteristics during the estrus period of cow A.
  • the estrus period is determined, and when it is determined that the estrus period has time-series characteristics, information indicating the estrus period (in this embodiment, the identification mark of the livestock and the date and time of the estrus period) is output.
  • the estrus period determination system 2b obtains the history of the measurement data corresponding to the identification sign of the cow A from the database system 2c, and from the data, obtains the estrus period of the cow A. (Date and time) was detected, and the detected estrus period was assigned to the cow A.
  • the information is sent to the web server system 2a together with the identification sign (ID. No) as information indicating the estrus period.
  • the electrical conductivity in the cow's vagina reaches its highest value during the estrus period, and the body temperature of the cow (the vagina temperature in this example) during the estrus period.
  • the measured data of electrical conductivity and the measured data of body temperature are combined in a complex manner.
  • the estrus period is determined.
  • such a judgment program is based on the fact that not only the electrical conductivity and body temperature in the vagina of cow A but also biological information showing time-series characteristics during the estrus period of cow A are obtained by changing parameters. If measured, the estrus stage can be determined in a complex manner, including the measured data (eg, the number of steps of cow A).
  • the reporting unit 3 is located in the home F2 where the breeder B is located, for example, a terminal such as a personal computer.
  • the identification sign IDN o. For example, 17:14:20
  • the identification sign is displayed as a list and notified to keeper B. This allows breeder B to easily know which cow A estrus and when looking at the list.
  • the estrus period is determined.
  • breeder B can receive notification of the estrus period of cow A determined by estrus period determination means 2.
  • the livestock biometric information measuring means 1 continuously measures the vaginal electrical conductivity and body temperature during the estrus period of cow A and outputs it as measurement data as biological information showing chronological characteristics during the estrus period of cow A. Is what you do.
  • the electrical conductivity in the vagina has a peak value (maximum value) during the estrus period, and is measured and output continuously or intermittently so that at least the peak value can be detected. can do.
  • peak value at a body temperature without a peak value (peak value), it can be measured or output continuously or intermittently so that the characteristics of time-series changes during the estrus period can be detected. Therefore, it is possible to perform measurements necessary for detecting time-series features of the biological information without fail, and to output the data to the estrus period determining means 2 as measurement data quickly and reliably.
  • the estrus period judging means 2 in this embodiment is provided in the central control center C, which is located away from the breeding farm F1, while measuring data from the measuring instrument m inserted into the vagina of cow A.
  • the measurement data is output to the data collection device 7 via the data transfer device 6. Therefore, the data measured in the vagina (body) of cow A The night can be reliably output to the data collection unit 7 away from the cow A, and the estrus period in the central control center C, which is remote from the breeding ground F1 via the telephone line L1 from the data collection unit 7. It can be output to the determination means 2 reliably.
  • the estrus period determining means 2 When the measurement data is output from the livestock biological information measuring means 1, the estrus period determining means 2 immediately determines whether or not the biological information has shown the time-series characteristics of the cow A during the estrus period. Is determined. That is, for a while after the start of the measurement of the estrus period, the measurement data recorded in the memories of the electric conductivity meter 4 and the thermometer 5 as the livestock biological information measuring means 1 are transferred to the data transfer device 6 and the data relay means. If the estrus period determining means 2 determines that the estrus tendency has appeared due to the rise in the electrical conductivity and body temperature, the livestock biometric information The measurement data from the measurement means 1 is continuously received, and the judgment is made immediately when the data is received. Therefore, it is possible to immediately determine that the biological information has shown the time-series characteristics in the estrus period of the cow A, and it is possible to determine the estrus period of the cow A in more real time.
  • the estrus period is determined in a complex manner by combining the electrical conductivity in the vagina of cow A and the vaginal temperature as the body temperature of cow A. Therefore, when the estrus period is determined at the central control center C, it is possible to prevent an error in the determination of the estrus period due to individual differences of livestock, and it is possible to make a more accurate estrus determination, thereby achieving an accurate estrus determination. It is possible to reliably report the breeder B to the breeder B through the reporting means.
  • the estrus period determining means 2 determines that the biological information shows the time-series characteristics of the estrus period of the cow A
  • the reporting means 3 immediately notifies the breeder B of the cow A
  • Breeder B can quickly and reliably know that cow A is in estrus.
  • the measurement data from the livestock biometric information measuring means 1 is put on the telephone line L 1 by the data relay means including the first terminal adapter, the data recovery device 7 and the second terminal adapter, and Sent to the period determination means 2. From this, it is possible to reliably output the measurement data measured by the livestock biological information measuring means 1 to the estrus period determining means 2 provided in the central control center C located away from the cattle breeding ground F1. .
  • the centralized management center C is an ASP (Aplication Service Provider)
  • ASP Application Service Provider
  • the evening C it is possible to collectively manage multiple livestock farmers over a wide area, and to notify each livestock farmer of information indicating the estrus stage appropriately.
  • the central management center C is also a provider of Internet L2 connection services, it can arrange the communication method and communication costs between the management center C and each livestock farmer. Contracts, such as discounts on line connection charges, can be made between the time of the estrus and the detection of the estrus. As a result, the livestock farmer can prevent the connection fee from being high even if the line is connected until near the detection of estrus from near the estrus period of cattle A. Can be received.
  • each of a plurality of livestock farmers can access the management center C to view measurement data and detection results.
  • breeder B when reporting to breeder B by reporting means 3, especially when cow A is in the estrus period, breeder B keeps Internet L2 connected.
  • estrus period Information can also be reported.
  • the estrus period determining means 2 can eliminate the need for each livestock farmer to separately determine the estrus period, and furthermore, the data obtained by the determination can be used as data. It can be saved in the overnight base system 2c and managed collectively. Furthermore, since the estrus period (date and time) of cow A is determined by the estrus period determining means 2, the information indicating the estrus period is shown in FIG. It is displayed on the display 3b of the personal computer 3 connected to Yuichi Net L2. Thus, the breeder B can easily and surely know which cow A estrus and when he sees the display 3c on the display without having to judge the estrus period by himself.
  • the time lag between the time when cattle A is in the estrus period and the time when the breeder B of cattle A is notified that the cow is in the estrus period is reduced.
  • the information reported to the breeder B of cow A contains information such as the time of the estrus of cow A determined by means 2 of estrus determination along with the identification mark of cow A.
  • the breeder B of cow A can reliably and easily know which cow A was in heat and from the information reported without having to judge the estrus of cow A by himself.
  • breeder B of cattle A can be notified of information indicating estrus immediately after cattle A is in the estrus period.Therefore, remove the time suitable for fertilization to cattle A during the estrus period. And the conception rate can be significantly improved, especially for livestock farmers who handle dairy cows. You can make profits efficiently.
  • the biological information measuring means 1 may include, for example, a pedometer for further measuring the number of steps, or may include a pedometer instead of the thermometer.
  • the livestock vital information measuring means 1 in the above embodiment may be, for example, a pH meter having a glass electrode for detecting a pH value in the vagina instead of the electrical conductivity meter 4 in the vagina, In this manner, the estrus period can be determined from the fact that the pH value in the vagina peaks (minimum value) during the estrus period as shown in FIG. 4 (b).
  • the estrus period determining means 2 can more accurately detect the estrus period from the measured data.
  • the biological information indicating the peak value is set to the pH value, as in the case of bovine A's vaginal electrical conductivity, the measured data including bovine A's body temperature and the number of steps are combined in a complex manner.
  • the estrus period can be determined.
  • the centralized management center C in the above embodiment can collectively manage the waiting for livestock birth for livestock farmers F and the like in all areas of Hokkaido, for example.
  • the communication line L used for data transmission uses a public line for the telephone line L1 in the above-described embodiment, but when the breeding ground F1 and the central control center C are relatively close to each other.
  • a dedicated line can be used for the telephone line L1 and a public line can be used for the Internet L2. In this way, the call charge can be reduced.
  • high-speed communication can be enabled by using an optical cable or the like for the communication line L.
  • the data collected from the data collection device 7 on the telephone line L1 may be transmitted to the estrus period judging means 2 via the Internet L2.
  • the estrus period judging means 2 may be provided in the livestock farm F2 without being provided in the central control center C, and the estrous period judging means 2 may be constituted by a personal computer or the like in which the judgment program is installed. Note that in the above example, cattle A was targeted as livestock, but this is not a limitation. Domestic animals that need to determine the estrus stage can be targeted, and for example, may be livestock such as horses.

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L'invention concerne un système permettant d'évaluer rapidement et de manière fiable l'oestrus d'un animal domestique, et de notifier cette information en temps réel au gardien de l'animal domestique qui se trouve à distance de l'animal domestique. Ce système est caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend un ou plusieurs types de moyens (1) de mesure d'informations biologiques relatives aux animaux domestiques, dont au moins un moyen placé dans le vagin de l'animal domestique et mesurant en continu une information biologique représentant une indication temporelle de l'oestrus de l'animal domestique, et émettant ces indications temporelles sous forme de données de mesure, des moyens (7) de relais de données permettant de transmettre des données de mesure à travers une ligne (L) de communication, des moyens (2) d'évaluation d'oestrus qui reçoivent les données de mesure et évaluent ces données en continu afin de déterminer à partir de ces données de mesure si l'information biologique représente une indication temporelle de l'oestrus de l'animal domestique, et des moyens (3) de notification servant à notifier au gardien de l'animal que l'information biologique représente une indication temporelle si l'évaluation indique que tel est le cas.
PCT/JP2001/003746 2000-11-29 2001-04-27 Systeme de notification d'informations relatives a l'oestrus d'un animal domestique WO2002043473A1 (fr)

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