Mongolian Entrepreneur Uses AI to Transform Traditional Herding Practices
Mongolian entrepreneur Bolor-Erdene Battsengel is leading an innovative initiative to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into traditional herding practices in Mongolia. By applying AI technology to monitor livestock and manage herding activities, Battsengel aims to improve efficiency and sustainability in one of the world’s oldest agricultural practices.
AI-driven solutions are helping herders track the health and movement of their animals in real time, reducing the need for extensive labor and enabling more precise resource management. This development marks a significant step toward modernizing Mongolia’s agricultural sector, which is deeply rooted in nomadic traditions.
Battsengel’s project highlights the growing potential of AI to bring about change in remote, rural economies, particularly in sectors that have traditionally relied on manual labor and local knowledge. The integration of such technologies promises to not only increase productivity but also ensure the sustainability of Mongolian herding practices for future generations.
Source: CNN, January 24, 2025