Karachi ( The COW News Digital) A group of young engineers from Karachi has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered mobile application to help farmers track missing livestock and verify ownership during floods. The app, named “Animal Passport,” aims to mitigate the significant losses that farmers face when livestock are swept away by floodwaters or separated during relocation to safe areas.
According to reports, millions of livestock in Pakistan are affected annually by floods, often resulting in financial losses for farmers due to the lack of a systematic method for tracking missing animals. To address this challenge, the AI-based platform offers a free service nationwide, allowing livestock owners to register their animals digitally before disasters occur.
The app works by scanning the unique nasal patterns of each animal, creating a digital identity for verification. Farmers can add essential details including the animal’s name, age, color, sex, and owner contact information. If an animal goes missing, the app enables identification and ensures its safe return to the rightful owner.
Abdul Basit Qureshi, founder of Global Animal Passport, explained that the initiative was launched to protect farmers from economic losses during flood emergencies. “This AI-based solution is being provided free of charge so that farmers across the country can safeguard their livestock efficiently,” he said.
The system has already digitally registered nearly 10,000 animals and demonstrated 99.9% accuracy during testing. Users are advised to dry the animal’s nose properly before scanning to ensure clear and accurate results.
The app is designed to be user-friendly, offering farmers a straightforward method to track their livestock without complex procedures. By providing a centralized, AI-powered identification system, “Animal Passport” not only ensures quick recovery of lost animals but also strengthens disaster preparedness in flood-prone regions.
As floodwaters approach Sindh, officials and engineers have urged local farmers to register their animals on the platform promptly. Early registration ensures that livestock can be quickly identified and returned in case of emergencies, minimizing both financial and emotional losses for the farming community.
Experts say this innovative use of AI technology demonstrates how digital solutions can revolutionize agricultural disaster management, offering tangible benefits to communities vulnerable to natural disasters. The initiative is expected to expand its coverage nationwide, further supporting farmers in protecting their livestock during extreme weather events.
