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Revolutionary CattleFever System Detects Cattle Temperature Instantly

3/15/2026

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Researchers at the University of Arkansas developed the CattleFever system to detect cattle body temperature using thermal and RGB cameras.
The system reduces labor by replacing traditional rectal temperature checks.
It can detect temperatures within one degree of rectal readings.
Future enhancements include capturing cattle in motion and integrating environmental sensors.
Additional funding is being sought to develop the technology, including a mobile interface for real-time health tracking.

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Story summary

Researchers at the University of Arkansas developed the CattleFever system to detect cattle body temperature using thermal and RGB cameras.
The system reduces labor by replacing traditional rectal temperature checks.
It can detect temperatures within one degree of rectal readings.
Future enhancements include capturing cattle in motion and integrating environmental sensors.
Additional funding is being sought to develop the technology, including a mobile interface for real-time health tracking.