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Solutions by industry: Agriculture

DVS Solutions by industry: Agriculture

Keeping agriculture secure and efficient

Agriculture Solution

Like most industries, agriculture is using advances in technology to keep ahead, resulting in dramatic changes. Inevitably, as farming tools get more complex, they become more of a target for thieves. But advances in another type of technology – security alarm systems – can provide a counterbalance to protect the livelihood of farmers.

Another challenge is keeping an eye on a farmer’s more lively assets – the animals. Farmers use the same methods to do this as they have for centuries – mostly relying on subjective and incidental methods such as periodic physical inspections, typically with just a moment per day per animal. This is not only time-consuming and disruptive to a daily routine but could lead to unreliable results with negative outcomes and potential causes for high mortality rates.

Technology can help here too, with the ability to monitor the position of animals, feeding, and behaviors to help farmers keep them fit and healthy with less physical checking.

Agricultural Solution Diagram

Security

Video technology can be utilized extensively across various sections of a farm, providing a comprehensive solution for monitoring and managing its multifaceted operations. Modern agricultural establishments frequently house costly machinery and equipment, which are often stored in large, rustic barn structures susceptible to unauthorized access. To address this, a Fisheye camera can be deployed to cover extensive areas, offering wide-angle surveillance that ensures every corner is within view.

Furthermore, advanced AI technology such as AcuSense or DeepinView plays a pivotal role in enhancing security measures by detecting intruder presence with precision and significantly reducing false alarms that may be triggered by the movement of animals or other non-threatening entities.

Aerial view of a farm

Benefits of security solutions

Enhancing nighttime visibility, ColorVu technology enables clear and vivid observation even in low-light conditions, thus ensuring round-the-clock surveillance. In remote or off-grid areas of the farm where traditional power sources may be unavailable, a Solar-powered Thermal Camera Kit becomes indispensable, harnessing solar energy to provide reliable thermal imaging for detecting heat signatures. Lastly, anti-corrosion camera models are specially designed to withstand humid and corrosive environments typically found in animal enclosures, ensuring durability and longevity without compromising on quality or performance.


These technologies collectively contribute to creating a secure and efficient farming environment where operations can be monitored seamlessly and effectively.


The farmhouse can benefit from security technologies too, with smart alarm devices like AX PRO allowing farmers to secure their home with advanced features such as motion detection, real-time alerts, and automated responses to potential threats. These systems enhance peace of mind, ensuring the safety of both the property and its occupants. The integration of remote monitoring via mobile apps further empowers farmers by providing instant access to live camera feeds, security status updates, and control over security settings from anywhere, whether they are working in the fields or away from the farm. This connectivity ensures that farmers can remain vigilant and responsive to any security concerns at all times, optimizing the safety and security of their residential spaces alongside their agricultural operations.

Animal Health

Video technology can also be used to help a farmer keep an eye on animals – even without being in the enclosure. This innovative approach allows farmers to monitor the well-being of their livestock remotely, ensuring they can respond quickly to any issues. Hikvision collaborates with partners like livestock health experts Serket, to offer comprehensive livestock monitoring solutions.

The Serket solution provides a sophisticated monitoring and alert system to observe pigs in a pen continuously, for example, with the aim of detecting abnormalities in behavioral patterns. By utilizing advanced algorithms and machine learning, these systems can identify subtle changes that may indicate health problems or distress, allowing for timely interventions.

Animal Health

The Serket solution

The system can provide a 24/7 live stream of animals that can be accessed from anywhere in the world, offering unprecedented convenience and control. It can alert farmers with any abnormal behavior (for example, sickness or aggression) found in the pens, ensuring that they are always informed about the condition of their livestock. Additionally, it will save time searching for the right solution by giving suggestive steps to solve the problem, offering actionable insights and recommendations based on the observed data.


This technology not only enhances animal welfare but also optimizes farm management, contributing to more efficient and sustainable agricultural practices.

HikCentral Professional

Hikvision’s security management software, HikCentral Professional, is an all-encompassing solution designed to seamlessly integrate and manage smart video systems for businesses of all sizes. With its cutting-edge features, HikCentral Professional addresses a broad spectrum of video and alarm management challenges by providing a unified platform that ensures efficient operations and bolstered security measures. The software empowers managers with robust tools, allowing them to generate comprehensive business reports that offer valuable insights, conduct thorough health checks of all connected devices to ensure optimal functionality, and optimize overall system performance to achieve maximum efficiency.

Furthermore, HikCentral Professional boasts extensive customization options, giving businesses the flexibility to tailor the system to their unique requirements and maximize the effectiveness of their security infrastructure. Whether it's adapting to specific industry standards or accommodating various operational workflows, HikCentral Professional is designed to meet and exceed expectations, providing a scalable and reliable security solution that grows alongside the business.

HikCentral Professional