Updated April 23, 2024 When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Erin White and her swine barn staff were sending data to an office, usually by fax, where it was put into a computer by staff there. The information flowed back and forth somewhat slowly, but the system worked. When the country went into lockdown, no one […] Read more
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Mobile data in sow barns aids decisions, worker engagement
Reducing data entry errors can improve information management on hog farms
EU loosens rules for new genomic techniques
A recent decision by the European Parliament could open opportunities for crop development and international trade
Glacier FarmMedia – A European Parliament decision last month to adopt new rules for what it calls new genomic techniques (NGTs) is good news for agriculture and international trade, say industry and academic experts. “Science has been under a very dark cloud for a long time in Europe, and so now I think we’re seeing […] Read more
National network proves new tech
Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network puts innovations to the test
Automation is often held up as a solution to labour shortages experienced by many industries, including agriculture. The precision that comes with automation is also widely seen as a key to better, more sustainable production of food and agriculture products. This summer will mark four years since the federal government announced $49.5 million in funding […] Read more
Equipment manufacturers focus on technology
Major implement companies face high-tech future as they wrestle with automation, autonomy and precision agriculture
Glacier FarmMedia – Images of autonomous machines working on their own in fields can easily grab the attention of early-adopter producers, especially those facing a labour crunch. They also make impressive headlines and brand announcements. But even though several concept, prototype and even a few production machines have appeared on the scene, nearly all producers […] Read more
Growers discuss digital technologies they use on the farm, and why
Farmers agree is there is no single tool that is one-size-fits-all
After nearly 30 years of development, expansion and experience, the search for the best precision ag tool has yielded one familiar conclusion: there is no silver bullet to attain profitability. It all depends on the farm operation, the equipment and the willingness of the producer to make everything work. That was the overriding message from […] Read more
Cybercrime is on the rise, and agriculture isn’t immune
Risk of data breaches and ransomware increases as agriculture becomes more technologically driven
Agriculture is vulnerable to the ever-evolving threat of cyberattacks and artificial intelligence advancement, farmers are warned. “We’ve got a lot of great innovation and technology here in Canada, particularly in agriculture,” Cathy Lennon, general manager of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture, told attendees of a January cybersecurity webinar hosted by the farm organization. “People may […] Read more
Editorial: It’s OK to be apprehensive about AI
In her regular Innovations section submission, our contributor Lilian Schaer takes a look at what will be trendy amongst agriculture technology investors in 2024. I’ve watched with interest in the last few years what’s considered ‘hot’ in the world of agriculture in the eyes of investors – and how quickly that interest fades and moves […] Read more
Agriculture warned of artificial intelligence challenges
Technology leader says agriculture industry has been slow to adopt AI tools but also faces a crisis in public confidence
Glacier FarmMedia – An expert told a conference of agricultural leaders that Canada must deal with a crisis in public confidence in artificial intelligence, likening it to the monster under the bed. Surveys have shown many Canadians don’t understand AI, and how it can provide a leg up for industries such as agriculture, said John […] Read more
Agtech innovations expected to top the 2024 trend list
Investors will look toward regenerative agriculture, alternative proteins and AI
In today’s turbulent times of high interest rates, rising costs and ever-rising demands placed on farmers, innovation is often held up as the tool that will get the sector to much-needed solutions. It sounds simple enough, but innovation is a broad term that encompasses a wide spectrum of fields, from automation and robotics to artificial […] Read more
Smart farm competition encourages farmers to adopt technology
Competition will serve as opportunity to create and develop smart farm networks
The Canadian Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN) is seeking applications for a competition geared toward creating or developing new smart farm networks. Funding under this initiative will support collaborative on-farm tech innovations in hopes encouraging farmers to adopt emergent agriculture technology. CAAIN receives funding from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to address challenges […] Read more
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
