March 19, 2025

IoT-based chicken coop system enhances poultry farming in Indonesia

A chicken coop system based on the Internet of Things (IoT) has been developed at Brawijaya University to help Indonesian poultry farmers optimise conditions for broiler chickens.

The system, created by lecturer Danung Nur Adli, enables real-time monitoring and regulation of temperature and humidity through mobile applications, supporting poultry health and farm productivity.

The system was initially conceived in 2019 and is designed for open-model chicken coops. It provides a lower-cost alternative to high-end solutions such as TempTron. A microcontroller equipped with a sensor probe collects temperature and humidity data, sending updates to farmers' mobile phones every two to three minutes. This allows for rapid adjustments to prevent heat stress, which can affect chicken growth and immunity.

Brawijaya University provided funding in 2024 to further develop the technology, which is now being used in Malang Regency, including in Karangploso and Singosari. The system has gained strong support from millennial farmers and has attracted interest from Indonesia's Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry.

To expand its adoption, Danung has partnered with a poultry supplier to introduce the system to more farms. The technology is positioned as an accessible and cost-effective solution to improve efficiency and sustainability in Indonesia's poultry industry.

- Food & Drink International