Ruminal acidosis arises from CO₂ holdup.
Ruminal acidosis is a serious health condition in ruminants, caused by the excessive accumulation of acids in the rumen. It has severe consequences for animal health, productivity, and welfare.
The main acid in the rumen is dissolved carbon dioxide (dCO₂) and ruminal acidosis is caused by CO₂ holdup.
What is CO₂ Holdup?
CO₂ holdup occurs when dCO₂, produced during fermentation, is not efficiently released from the rumen. As dCO₂ builds up in the rumen fluid, microbial activity is disrupted, leading to poor fermentation, impaired nutrient uptake, and ultimately animal health problems.
The RumenAI Solution
The RumenAI dCO₂ monitoring system is an innovative technology designed to prevent ruminal acidosis by continuously tracking dCO₂ concentrations in the rumen.
Advanced sensing: The system uses patented ATR-IR sensors placed inside the rumen to directly and precisely monitor dCO₂ levels.
Wireless data transmission: Sensor data is transmitted in real time, giving farmers and veterinarians easy access through a user-friendly interface.
Actionable insights: Early warnings and notifications allow farmers to adjust feed rations, modify feeding schedules, or introduce supplements before acidosis develops.
Benefits of Continuous Monitoring
By continuously measuring dCO₂, RumenAI enables:
Early detection of CO₂ holdup and prevention of acidosis
Smarter decision-making about feed efficiency, ration formulation, and microbial balance
Evaluation of management strategies, with real-time feedback on intervention effectiveness
Improved animal health and productivity, through optimized rumen fermentation
Welfare and Sustainability
Proactively managing dCO₂ reduces the risk of acidosis-related diseases, minimizing the need for treatments and antibiotics. This leads to:
Lower veterinary and labor costs
Reduced production losses
Improved animal comfort and welfare
A more sustainable farming system with better efficiency and lower environmental impact
Conclusion
CO₂ holdup represents a major challenge in modern ruminant farming. With RumenAI’s continuous monitoring system, farmers will move from reactive treatment to proactive prevention — optimizing rumen health, safeguarding productivity, and building a more sustainable future for livestock farming.
