Osborne Delves into RFID Technology

Electronic-controlled sow feeding (ESF) systems with RFID technology was a relatively new science in 1990. Early European research on the subject was a valuable first step, but most European designs were not compatible with North American hog production. Osborne engineers quickly assumed early responsibility of introducing ESF technology in North America, and in the intervening years, have acquired significant expertise in RFID-controlled animal feeding. Today’s advanced RFID-driven feeding and weighing equipment includes TEAM (Total Electronic Animal Management) ESF, FIRE (Feed Intake Recording Equipment) Performance Testing Feeders, and the Weight Watcher Automatic Weighing and Market-Sorting System for animals housed in group settings.