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University of Kentucky receives grant to explore drone technology for livestock management
This five-year project, titled “Precision Livestock Management: Cattle Monitoring and Herding Using Cooperative Drones,” explores how drones can assist in herding, monitoring and collecting physiological data from beef cattle.
Freight Farms Case Study: Gourmet Caterers
Gourmet Caterers introduced an on-site container farm to start growing fresh, nutritious, and flavorful ingredients every week and reduce their reliance on inconsistent food imports.
Iseli Nursery; Pure Energy Group and SMA America
Economically, the project provides substantial savings on electricity bills, enhancing the financial stability of Iseli Nursery. These savings can be redirected towards other operational needs, fostering growth and sustainability in the long run.
inaho's tomato harvesting robot is being tested and received fees from Dutch growers. Actively looking for partner growers toward commercialization
inaho's tomato harvesting robot started trials with Dutch growers in May 2023, and the cooperating grower has agreed to pay the fees for the robot's harvesting performance since November 2023.
Great Lakes Greenhouses Enhances Cucumber Production with Philips GreenPower LED toplighting and GrowWise Control Systems
Dimmable Philips LED toplighting fixtures support maximum efficiency and better use of energy. Cucumber production enhanced through use of customized zonal lighting strategies powered by Philips GrowWise Control System.
"E-commerce of Agricultural Products Market: Pioneering the Digital Transformation of Agriculture"
Technological innovations like mobile platforms, blockchain, and AI are playing a crucial role in overcoming barriers, making it possible for stakeholders to engage more effectively in the agricultural value chain.
Plasma-activated water: A promising technology for pathogen mitigation?
Recent studies on the use of cold plasma for water treatment in agriculture have demonstrated its disinfection and oxygenation capabilities, with high degradation of common plant pathogens.
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CHIPOTLE DEBUTS AUTOCADO AND THE AUGMENTED MAKELINE BY HYPHEN IN RESTAURANTS
Through its Cultivate Next venture fund, Chipotle has invested in Vebu, a product development company that has co-created Autocado, and Hyphen, a foodservice platform that automates kitchen operations and has co-developed Chipotle's Augmented Makeline
Purigo - Unmanned Orchard Spraying Robot
Hada Co., Ltd.‘s ’The Purigo Orchard Spraying Robot’ is a revolutionary product that has redefined the conventional 500-liter engine-powered sprayers that have seen no technological advancements for 20 years.
How Cyberattackers Hack Farm Equipment
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Any machinery connected to the internet or other devices is at risk of hacking. Farmers hoping to make the most of this technology must learn how it's vulnerable and how they can protect it.
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1,300 Kenyan Farmers Graduate After Four Years of First-of-its-Kind Sustainable Agroforestry and Climate Action Training Program
Part of an innovative agroforestry project that will remove atmospheric carbon dioxide through gains in tree biomass and soil carbon enhancements, the graduation represents a four-year journey of intense training in sustainable agroforestry practices, Forest Garden planning and design, implementation of techniques such as composting, grafting, crop rotation, cover cropping, integrated pest management, knowledge sharing, farmer-to-farmer learning, and cooperative entrepreneurial initiatives among farmer cohorts.
GrowDirector Unveils AI-Powered Suite, Revolutionizing Greenhouse Management
GrowDirector, a leading provider of smart greenhouse solutions, today announced the launch of a groundbreaking suite of AI-powered tools designed to transform the way commercial growers manage their operations.
NORD Overhead Conveyor Drives: Space-Saving, Reliable Performance for Conveying Systems
Overhead conveyors drives are part of NORD's modular product system, offering flexible input options, quiet operation, and industry-standard footprints for easy drop-in replacement.
Grain entrapment is the leading cause of agricultural confined space-related injuries and fatalities; researchers emphasize safety
The purpose of the annual report is to maintain public focus on the issue of agricultural confined space injuries and fatalities, aid in the development of evidence-based training, and offer resources and direction to policymakers and engineering organizations in developing improved workplace regulations and design standards.
CropX Acquires EnGeniousAg for Breakthrough Nitrogen Sensing Technology
EGA Brings Patented Technology for Plant, Water, and Soil Nitrogen Monitoring
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From the Farm to Your Table: How Optics Are Transforming Agrifood Industry
Agriculture is one of the pillars of our economy, providing jobs, revenue, raw materials and essential food products. However, the agricultural sector is facing many challenges, including the impact of climate change, the shortage of skilled labour and the need to produce more efficiently and sustainably. To tackle the problem, the agricultural world is undergoing a transformation thanks to new technologies and innovations based on optical technologies. In this 20-page e-book, we present how optical technologies are changing agrifood industry and the applications it now makes possible from the farm to your table.
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