Kazakhstan rolls out AI-powered tracking system to modernize livestock sector
Kazakhstan aims for full digitalization of animal tracking and veterinary services by year-end, enhancing biosafety and productivity
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — In a major step toward modernizing its agricultural sector, Kazakhstan has introduced an advanced livestock monitoring system that uses artificial intelligence and real-time data to improve animal welfare, streamline veterinary services, and cut carbon emissions.
The smart tracking system was unveiled at a government meeting by Zhaslan Madiyev, Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry, who emphasized its role in boosting productivity and biosafety in livestock farming.
The technology enables farmers to remotely monitor body temperature, physical activity, and behavior of their animals, helping detect early signs of illness and reduce livestock losses.
According to a report by independent broadcaster Silk Way TV, the system is already being piloted in three regions and is expected to serve as a digital foundation for automating veterinary care, insurance claims, and agricultural financing. The innovation reflects a global trend, with similar technologies already in use in countries like the Netherlands, Denmark, and Canada.
Madiyev said the program marks Kazakhstan’s entry into the era of “precision livestock farming.” The initiative includes automated systems for feeding, hydration, and climate control, with drones and satellites deployed to monitor pasture conditions.
He added that artificial intelligence will be used to predict animal behavior and prevent outbreaks, while simultaneously reducing emissions and improving product safety.
Since 2022, Kazakhstan has been overhauling its livestock registry through digital tools. The government is currently developing the E-Agro-Industrial Complex (E-APK) platform, which will consolidate all agricultural data and link every animal to a unique digital ID tied to its health and movement records. The platform is expected to reduce manual errors and significantly improve efficiency across the sector.
Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov said that full digital transparency in the livestock industry is a strategic goal. He noted that data from this year’s National Agricultural Census will be integrated into the new system and instructed all relevant ministries to ensure that 100% of animal movements and livestock product tracking are digitized by the end of the year.
Bektenov also stressed the need to build an end-to-end traceability system that connects existing databases into a unified national platform—ensuring both domestic safety and international competitiveness in Kazakhstan’s growing agricultural economy.
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