Objectives

Evaluate the effectiveness of artificial intelligence in controlling ambient conditions on the comfort of finishing pigs, zootechnical performance, and energy efficiency.

Specifically:

• Assess the impact of using AI-controlled ventilation during summer on:
  • Ambient conditions during hot periods (temperature offset due to the building's thermal inertia and ventilation strategies).
  • Zootechnical performance of pigs (average daily gain, feed conversion ratio, mortality).
  • Water consumption and energy efficiency (electricity consumption).

• Evaluate the impacts of using AI-controlled ventilation during winter on:
  • Ambient conditions (temperature stability and CO2/NH3 concentration levels).
  • Energy efficiency (propane consumption).

• Conduct a techno-economic analysis of the use of AI in ventilation systems.

• Disseminate results to transfer knowledge and facilitate the adoption of this technology.