Title: Explain how PLF improves animal welfare and minimizes negative environmental effects.
Course: Cybersecurity in Food and Agriculture, Advanced > Section: Researching Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Livestock and Crop Production

Explanation should include

- the definition of PLF
- the importance of collecting relevant information frequently and cost effectively
- identification of current technologies
  - robotic milkers
  - wearable sensors
  - biosensors
  - microphones
  - radio frequency identification (RFID) ear tags
  - feed sensors
  - microchips
- factors and conditions that can be monitored with minimal human intervention
  - individual animal feed consumption
  - feedlot movement
  - temperature
  - lameness
  - animal health status
  - milk production
  - meat composition and quality
  - antibiotic use
  - weight gain
  - livestock waste management
  - environmental data.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can PLF improve milk production among dairy cows?
- How could data be used to influence public perception of animal welfare?