Catalogue of Infrastructures and Facilities

The Raumberg-Gumpenstein research site in Styria, Austria, is a leading agricultural centre focused on sustainable farming, animal husbandry, and environmental science. The centre has experience in testing AI and robotics in livestock management, including trials with manure removal robots and sensor systems in cattle farming. Additionally, it features facilities for measuring emissions from pig and poultry farming. Through these advanced technologies, Raumberg-Gumpenstein supports eco-friendly and efficient agricultural practices, providing innovative solutions for modern farming challenges.

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Pig research barn

The barn contains three identical compartments that can be customised for experimental setups. The barn supports video monitoring, feeding trials, and comprehensive animal welfare and environmental impact analysis.

Facility

Cattle research barn

The cattle research barn at Raumberg-Gumpenstein is a state-of-the-art facility designed to meet international research standards for cattle experimentation. The barn supports real-time data acquisition through sensors and cameras, ensuring precise measurement and observation of animal welfare, behaviour, and productivity. With dedicated spaces for calving, separation pens, and a high standard of hygiene, the infrastructure enables both basic and applied research in animal science. A highly appreciated feature is the combination of health data from sensors with same-time video recording.

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Poultry research barn

The poultry research barn at Raumberg-Gumpenstein is a versatile research facility designed to conduct a variety of studies with both fattening poultry and laying hens. This multi-purpose barn can be adapted for different poultry types, making it suitable for a wide range of research applications. The barn is equipped with continuous video monitoring to track animal behaviour and a gas measurement system to monitor emissions during experiments. In addition, the facility allows for regular weighing of the animals, providing data for feed efficiency and growth rate studies. These capabilities support research aimed at improving animal welfare, optimising poultry production, and minimising environmental impact.

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Small ruminants research barn