eCattle: uma plataforma para rastreamento e gerenciamento de registros pecuários utilizando contratos inteligentes

Abstract

Livestock farming is vital to the global economy, but it faces challenges in traceability, sustainability, and production efficiency due to a lack of standardization and difficulties in data sharing. With the growing demand for transparency, Blockchain technology emerges as a solution, standing out for its decentralization, immutability, and transparency. This study explores the application of Blockchain in livestock farming by developing a Blockchain network and a system called eCattle for herd monitoring and management. The research addresses the challenges of current systems and presents a Blockchain-based prototype for the sector. The study emphasizes the potential of Blockchain to strengthen trust and sustainability in the livestock production chain. In addition to system development, quantitative analyses demonstrated the effectiveness, usability, and acceptance of eCattle among professionals in the agricultural sector. Additionally, performance tests revealed the system’s ability to handle multiple simultaneous transactions. The results indicated that the system is functional and shows potential for large-scale implementation, contributing to improved traceability and sustainability in livestock farming.