Dr. Xiao Yang is a Research Associate in Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU). He earned his Ph.D. in Poultry Science from the University of Georgia in 2024. His research focuses on precision livestock farming, using AI and computer vision to enhance animal production, improve welfare, and reduce environmental impact. At MSU, Dr. Yang leads a swine research project and has worked on USDA-funded initiatives for improving pork production. He has published 30+ peer-reviewed papers in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, Poultry Science, and Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture, with citations from Harvard Medical School, Microsoft, and Walmart Global Tech. Dr. Yang has presented at 30+ conferences, including PSA, IPPE, and ASABE. His work with Hy-Line International and Zoetis advances AI-driven livestock solutions. Recognized with awards such as the Poultry Hackathon 1st Prize and AOC Graduate Academic Achievement Award, he also reviews for Poultry Science, British Poultry Science, and IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks. An active member of PSA, WPSA, and ASABE, Dr. Yang continues to drive innovation in smart agriculture.