Technological advancements in agriculture have played a pivotal role in sustaining output growth without a substantial increase in inputs, according to recent findings from the USDA. Innovations spanning animal and crop genetics, chemicals, equipment, and farm organization have significantly...
Farmscape for February 6, 2024
Full Interview 10:45
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A researcher with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine says the use of AI to assess animal welfare offers an opportunity to eliminate human error and bias during animal welfare...
In a recent data snapshot analysis, Valoral Advisors' Roberto Viton reveals that venture capital dedicated to the agrifood sector represents only 2% of the global investment pool. Despite the growth of agrifood-focused VC funds from 42 in 2013 to...
Farm Health Guardian has added to its growing list of fleet management system integrations. Motive is the latest leading GPS system that Farm Health Guardian’s biosecurity software now links with to give customers easy access to real-time data that...
In the midst of bitter temperatures, blustery winds, and feet of snowfall, we know how crucial it is to have a reliable alarm system in your pig barn. Aside from reliability, the convenience of acknowledging an alarm without driving...
As the new year arrives, make sure upgrading your alarm system is at the top of your resolution list. Team Distynct is ready to help you have peace of mind around the clock as you manage the wellbeing of...
Farmscape for December 15, 2023
Full Interview 10:15
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An evaluation of GPS tracking devices conducted in rural Saskatchewan has shown not all are created equal.
In an effort to improve transport biosecurity Guelph based Farm Health Guardian in cooperation...
Farmscape for December 13, 2023
Full Interview 8:13
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The General Manager of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture warns everyone who uses the internet is vulnerable to a cyber-attack.
Cyber-attacks and security breaches are becoming increasing common. Cathy Lennon, the...
Farmscape for December 11, 2023
Full Interview 9:27
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A new web-based app has been introduced to allow veterinarians to request an investigation under the Swine Health Information Center's Standardized Outbreak Investigation Program. The Swine Health Information Center's Standardized...
Farmscape for December 6, 2023
Full Interview 27:51
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The Chief Scientific Officer with Prairie Diagnostic Services suggests the use of artificial indigence is key to making full use of the vast amounts of information being made available through...