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And that’s a wrap for LambEx Australia 2024! Great to catch up on all the latest tech, innovation, challenges and opportunities in the Lamb ag and processing space. An incredibly insightful, collaborative and fun show with a record number of attendees consuming a total of 1.1 metric tonnes of lamb in 2.5 days!! Jessica Schoonderwaldt and I talked all things eID, eNVD, AI, Scope 3, X-Ray and more and how Foods Connected Ltd can work with these emerging technologies to provide visibility, improvement and compliance into this brave new world. Top 3 highlights from the event: 🧬 Animal traceability is evolving, and it’s evolving FAST. The evolution of eID’s and AI has allowed trace exercises to go next level. Imagine a world where single animal traceability could track primals through the boning room and still retain linkage to the original ear tag off the live animal 🤯 👨🌾 Farming is the first line of defence in human nutrition. Anneline Padayachee [PhD] talked us through how important good farming is for overall human health, and then we spoke to countless people about how traceability will almost certainly include individual animal feeding metrics in the near future. Through eIDs and good data collection/storage this is 100% happening soon if not already in some spaces. 🤖 AI isn’t just for Skynet’s world domination and the introduction of terminators, it can be used for good too! Using AI to complete visual product checks including grading, sizing, counting and categorising everything from tiny seeds to whole animals is here now and it is impressive! The Grandslamb Gala Dinner was a sensational evening of laughs, Lambs and great conversations led by the brilliant poet and orator Rupert McCall. They also had Brad Blaze paint some sensational speed paintings including one of the Father of LambEx, Dawson Bradford. A fitting tribute to a great industry advocate! Lastly a huge thanks to Samuel Burke and the food team at Meat & Livestock Australia for keeping us extremely well fed for the week. The traditional Hāngī featuring whole lambs cooked overnight on Wednesday and served for breakky Thursday was a particular highlight for me! A lambtastic time had by all, and a great insight into the positive future for the industry that “built Australia on a sheep’s back” #lambex #tradeshowseason #seasonfinale #RADelaide #saas #meatprocessing

If you didn’t catch Part 1 of our recent case study, we explore how a local agronomist utilized high-resolution soil data to shape VR seeding prescriptions for #plant2024. By fine-tuning seed input amounts and placement based on #SoilOptix layers, specifically Plant Available Water, and other factors, the goal is to enhance both profitability and crop quality for #harvest2024. Check out the decision-making insights that went into building the seeding prescriptions, and stay tuned for Part 2 where we'll share the outcomes after this season's harvest!

In part 1 of our newest case study, we explore how a local agronomist used high-resolution soil information to drive VR seeding prescriptions during #plant2024. By optimizing the amount and placement of seed inputs based on several factors including #SoilOptix layers - specifically Plant Available Water, the goal is to improve both the profitability & quality of #harvest2024. Read along to hear the factors that went into the decision-making process, and stay tuned for when we share the results in Part 2 after this season's harvest!

Exciting advancements in aquaculture are transforming the way we monitor fish health and optimize operations! Did you know that computer vision technology is now playing a pivotal role in revolutionizing this industry? 🐟💻 By harnessing the power of computer vision, aquaculturists can now monitor fish health in real-time, detecting signs of disease or stress with unprecedented accuracy. This not only helps in preventing disease outbreaks but also ensures better welfare for the fish population. Moreover, computer vision enables precise monitoring of fish behavior and feed consumption, leading to more efficient feeding practices and sustainable operations. As a Business Growth Strategy | Win-Win Negotiation Specialist at Urban Blue, I'm thrilled to explore the possibilities of integrating cutting-edge technology like computer vision into our aquaculture initiatives. Let's dive into the future of aquaculture together! Connect with me to learn more about how we can leverage technology to drive innovation and sustainability in this dynamic industry. 🌊💡 #Aquaculture #ComputerVision #Innovation #Sustainability #UrbanBlueTeam

The lack of field monitoring technology has been a major barrier to understanding pollinator behavior. That was, until now. 🐝🌱 Our in-field sensors use audio techniques to detect bee activity and provide continuous real-time remote monitoring every half-second throughout the crop bloom period. 🌸🔍 Here's how it works: 📡 Sensors are distributed throughout the field, enabling spatial analysis of bee activity across different plant varieties and male/female plants. 📊 Our research program includes scales and pollen traps on the hives, manual observations of flower visitation, and assessments of seed set. This helps us correlate sensor data with actual bee activity, ensuring accuracy and reliability. That means growers can see exactly where and how their bees are working in real time. So, they can make sure they're making the most of pollination season. 📈 P.S. Here's George Clouston, Head of Scientific Strategy at BeeHero, who played a seminal role in bringing our PIP solution to market. #pollinators #precisionagriculture #smartfarming #BeeHero #savethebees #thoughtleadership #agtech #climatetech #sustainableagriculture #globalfoodsecurity

Have you seen our latest user experience yet? 📽 In this video our reporter Maxence Guillaumot visits a well-known farm for Future Farming readers; the Kurstjens Beefwood farms in Australia. Marieke and Gerrit, who have been using the AgXeed AgBot for a year, share their insights about this innovative machine. 💡 Watch it now: https://lnkd.in/erxAXGFU #fieldrobot #farmrobot #agxeed #arablefarming

Discover how Sentera’s advanced 65R sensors are revolutionizing weed scouting. Our dual-mounted 65R sensors, used in combination with our innovative Direct Georeferencing (DGR) system, deliver precise, geolocated data with unmatched productivity. The dual 65R sensors together generate 130 total megapixels of crisp, global shutter imagery, captured at up to three frames per second. When paired with the Sentera DGR package, which offers a suite of high-accuracy sensors for camera location, pose, and range to scene, each captured pixel can be accurately projected to a location without lengthy post processing. The result is unparalleled productivity in high-resolution mapping and detection workflows. With the upcoming Aerial WeedScout application, the dual 65R + DGR system is employed to deliver 1.5mm GSD imagery that will be used to find and map ¼” and larger weeds at a rate of 80 acres per hour. Precise weed locations are mapped without ground control references or stitching, then used to selectively target weeds, ensuring reduced chemistry costs, healthier crops, and higher yields. Sign up for the waitlist and learn more about Aerial WeedScout here: https://lnkd.in/drD9WHwf And learn more about Sentera's DGR system with the 65R sensor here: https://lnkd.in/dpjVzBNw #SmartAgriculture #WeedManagement #Sentera #65RSensor #DGRSystem #CropHealth #AgTech #FarmInnovations

In the latest episode of “Thermal Lens” Charlie discussed together with Rachana Mamidi and Agnieszka Soszyńska how agronomists work with satellite companies to monitor plant health using thermal imagery. Discover how agronomists collaborate with satellite companies like constellr to unveil critical insights into plant water stress and optimize agricultural practices. From discussing the importance of accuracy and resolution to exploring the utilization of different wavelengths and data fusion techniques, we're uncovering the power of thermal data in agriculture. 🌱 Join us in exploring the link between agriculture and satellite technology as we unlock new possibilities for enhancing productivity and sustainability in the industry. 🚀 Listen in by clicking the link below: ⏩ https://lnkd.in/e7baC_D4 #agriculture #SatelliteTechnology #Innovation #podcast

Exciting News! DataValley Hits a Major Milestone! Our team at DataValley is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our aquaculture forecasting efforts! We've successfully reached a proof of concept for our revolutionary AI-based Dissolved Oxygen 24H Forecast tailored specifically for land-based aquaculture. (Take note of the overlapping between the blue (Observed) sine wave for DO concentration and the orange (Predicted 24H) sine wave) Our model offers high accuracy, seamlessly integrating with classical theoretical models while being "cold start" ready, with no need for vast amount of past oxygen measurements in order to reach actionable predictions. Leveraging our extensive expertise in land based aquaculture, this hybrid AI model represents a leap forward in aquaculture management, with endless possibilities for further refinement and enhancement as our database expands and our accumulated knowledge grows. Now, we're on the lookout for partners to join us on this exciting journey, accelerating our development efforts and expanding our database overseas. If you're passionate about innovation and sustainability in aquaculture, we'd love to connect and explore potential collaborations! DataValley: Aquaculture with peace of mind InnoValley Ltd. #aquaculture #innovation #ai #sustainability #growth #predictiveanalytics #digitization #climatechangemitigation  

We would really like your thoughts about this. What are your thoughts about this? Created to address the issue of endangered pollinators, particularly bees and certain types of moths, butterflies, and flies. #pollinators #savethebees #nature #biodiversity #horticulture #researchanddevelopment #agricultureandfarming https://lnkd.in/ecsh22Th