The prototype of Strongbo’s cattle scale drew attention at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Sept. 12-14 in Woodstock. “Gallagher will be selling these in 2024; they’ve promised them to their customers for Jan. 1,” said Marty Metzger, a veterinarian and co- founder of StrongBo Agritech. “They’ll be selling it through their dealers.” Why it matters: The […] Read more
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Barn-to-field precision performance system aimed at beef
Strongbo Agritech's portable scale will be available in early 2024
Vet app, grain data tech, biostimulant among innovation winners
Exhibitors with innovative products were recognized last month during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. The Innovation Program offers awards to businesses in five categories: agronomics, business solutions, environmental sustainability, equipment and livestock. The 2023 winners were announced Sept. 11 before the Sept. 12-14 show began at Discovery Farm Woodstock. Why it matters: The program recognizes new […] Read more
Keeping weigh scales accurate means regular upkeep
Industry professional says the machines shouldn’t be taken for granted
Farm scales are so well designed that they are often taken for granted. That’s great, so long as they’re working. But when farmers and agricultural businesses forget about them, problems can literally build up. “If it’s got mud and whatnot, or cows are tracking in debris and it’s building up between your approach and your […] Read more
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