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AgTech Finder
by agtechfinder
If you’re looking to adopt agtech on-farm, but don’t know where to start, AgTech Finder is here to help. With over 270 companies, offering more than 350 solutions, AgTech Finder helps you make confident technology decisions to improve your operations.Tune into the AgTech Finder podcast to hear from the companies at the forefront of innovation, and the producers who are using the technology on farm.AgTech Finder is an initiative of Food Agility CRC and is Australia’s most comprehensive database of agtech products.www.agtechfinder.com
Episodes
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Talking vertical farming with InvertiGro
Vertical farming, or controlled environment agriculture, allows produce to be grown anywhere from the middle of the world’s mega cities to remote islands – or even up in space. This technology could solve supply chain problems in a world facing an increasingly erratic climate, but as we hear in...
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Talking livestock microbial tech with Terragen
The use of microorganisms to improve the health and production of animals is an emerging field within the livestock industry. In this episode, we look at the impact microbial technology and products are having in the dairy industry. We’re joined by vet and ruminant nutritionist Dr Paul Cusack who...
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Talking artificial intelligence with InFarm
Artificial intelligence and machine vision is groundbreaking technology allowing for the autonomous detection of anything from weeds to livestock disease. In this episode we speak to principal agtech scientist for the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Paul Stewart, about how...
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Talking soil probes with Sentek
Soil moisture probes were one of the first pieces of agtech used by farmers, but things have changed a bit since the 90s. In this episode we hear about how soil moisture probes are informing growers on soil temperature and fertility, how they can be integrated with other sensors, and how data can...
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Talking livestock data analytics with Black Box Co
You’ve collected all this data on your livestock, now what? It’s a common conundrum when it comes to agtech adoption, but it’s a question livestock analytics platforms are looking to solve. In this week’s episode we’re joined by livestock agtech adoption specialist and podcast regular, Penny...
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Talking on farm robotics with SwarmFarm
Robot farm machinery is no longer a sci-fi fantasy, it’s already on-farm and impacting how farmers manage their operations. In this episode, podcast regular, Food Agility CRC Chief Scientist, Professor David Lamb explains that although autonomous technology is now available there’s still work to…
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Talking traceability and supply chain transparency with FreshChain
In this episode we’re talking about traceability and transparency within supply chains – what’s possible with the agtech available and the challenges of seeing that technology adopted by industry. Hear from expert Steve Capell, who consults for the Australian Government and volunteers for the UN,...
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Talking LoRa Connectivity with PLF Australia
In this episode we’re talking about LoRa, a connectivity option for agtech monitoring devices that can be used in rural areas, across long distances. Connectivity is often a stumbling block for farmers looking to adopt agtech, particularly for the many growers who don’t have reliable phone signal...
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Talking soil carbon with Precision Ag
In this episode we’re talking about soil carbon – we discuss both the opportunities and challenges the measurement and improvement of soil carbon can present for farmers. We’re joined by Cam Nicholson, a soil carbon consultant and agronomist. He explains new technology that is being developed to...
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Talking data utilisation with the seafood industry
In this episode we’re talking about the use of agtech and data-driven decision-making within the seafood industry. We’re joined by Julie Petty, from Seafood Industry Australia, who talks us through everything from the automation of fish feeding to decarbonisation. We also speak to professor…
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Talking virtual fencing in dairy with Halter
In this episode we’re talking about virtual fencing and monitoring technology that could be transformative for the dairy industry. We’re joined by Dairy Australia’s Emily Samyue to give us an overview of the role agtech plays within the industry. We then travel across the ditch to speak to Steve...
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Talking livestock diagnostics with AgScent
Today we’re speaking about technology helping producers monitor their livestock’s health and emissions - picture being able to breathalyse a cow to see if she's pregnant or finding out about methane emissions when the steers eat at the trough. We speak to Food Agility CRC chief scientist David…
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Talking climate forecasting with the Bureau
In this episode we’re speaking about tools that help farmers assess and plan for changes in climate. A lot of the agtech we speak about is used by farmers to help with everyday decision making. But the tools we’re hearing about in this episode are mostly focused on long-term management, how to...
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Talking shearing innovations with the wool industry
In this week’s episode we’re talking about innovations and technology within the shearing industry. The wool and shearing industry is probably not the first people think of when it comes to agtech, being one of the more traditional within agriculture. But the shearer shortage and rise of large...
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Talking water efficiency with Goanna Ag
In this episode we’re talking about technology helping growers improve water efficiency on-farm. We’re joined by podcast regular, Food Agility CRC chief scientist, David Lamb, who tells us about the role agtech will play in reporting growers’ water efficiency credentials to consumers. We speak to...
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Talking pasture management with Cibo Labs
In this episode we’re speaking about pasture management and the technology helping producers maximise profit and protect their environment. We welcome back South Australian sheep and cattle farmer and agtech adoption specialist Penny Schulz, who tells us about how technology in this area has...
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Talking communication with Yacker
In this episode we’re talking about communication. It’s a topic at the heart of agtech adoption and there are also now agtech tools and platforms available to help the industry disseminate knowledge and build communities. We speak to Food Agility CRC chief scientist David Lamb about the...
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Talking agtech integration with OPS Australia
In this episode we’re talking about agtech integration, whether that’s bringing together technologies and services from different providers to leverage more value – or fully-integrated systems that not only provide information but take action. We speak to Matt Anderson from Farmers2Founders about...
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Talking drought resilience with Shepherd Ag
In this episode, we’re talking about drought resilience, particularly feeding through droughts. Feeding stock can be one of the most time consuming, expensive and mentally challenging aspects of a drought. We speak to independent sheep consultant Anthony Shepherd from Sheepmatters about how...
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Talking data codes with Pairtree Intelligence
In this episode we’re talking about building trust when it comes to sharing farm data. Data is now one of the world’s most valuable commodities and needs to be protected, but we know that sharing data can improve profit and production on-farm. So how can farmers confidently share data with third...
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Talking the future of farming with Gatton Smart Farm
In this episode we’re talking about Smart Farms and the role they’re playing in driving and de-risking agtech adoption. We speak to Food Agility CRC chief scientist professor David Lamb about how artificial intelligence will be used to collate data and inform decision-making. We also hear from…
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Talking drones with Single Agriculture
In this episode we’re talking about drones. Many farmers have gone out and bought a drone with big plans, only for it soon to be sitting on the shelf collecting dust. But in this episode, we hear about some of the ways that farmers are using the technology effectively on-farm. We speak to...
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Talking traceability with Source Certain
In this episode, the last of season one, we’re talking about traceability and the technology being utilised to prove a product’s provenance. We speak once again to Food Agility CRC chief scientist David Lamb about consumers’ growing demand for knowledge about the products they’re purchasing and...
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Talking livestock management with Optiweigh
This episode we’re talking about livestock management technology found in the paddock, the yards or the shearing shed. We’re joined once again by South Australian sheep and cattle farmer and agtech adoption specialist Penny Schulz, who tells us about how technology is improving safety and...
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Talking spray advisory with INCYT
In this episode we’re talking about technology that advises growers on when and how to spray in order to improve spray efficacy and reduce the risk of spray drift. We speak to Food Agility CRC chief scientist David Lamb, who explains why hazardous inversions can cause spray particles to travel…
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Talking animal health and nutrition with ProAgni
In this episode we’re talking about the technology involved in animal health and nutrition, which includes everything probiotics to on-farm diagnostic lab kits. We speak to professor Jane Quinn from Charles Sturt University about the challenge of proving the value proposition of animal health and...
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Talking irrigation and plant sensors with Athena IR-Tech
In this episode we’re talking about irrigation and in particular plant sensors that are able to tell growers when their crops need water. We speak to our regular podcast expert, Food Agility CRC chief scientist professor David Lamb about how the rising cost of water is driving adoption of plant...
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Talking farm safety with Safe Ag Systems
In this episode we’re talking about the agtech that is helping producers improve their farm safety and compliance. We speak to FarmSafe Australia chair Felicity Richards about how agtech is supporting behavioural changes on farm. We’re also joined by Safe Ag Systems CEO and co-founder Katy Landt....
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Talking pests, weeds and disease management with BioScout
In this episode we’re talking about pest, weed and disease management, particularly focusing on technology that allows for better management of fungal diseases in crops. We speak to podcast regular Food Agility CRC chief scientist professor David Lamb about the potential for agtech to replace or...
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Talking geospatial mapping with NGIS and CSBP Fertilisers
In this episode we’re talking about geospatial mapping, technology that is being used in everything from variable rate application of fertiliser to proving provenance. We speak to podcast regular Food Agility CRC chief scientist professor David Lamb about how much faster geospatial maps can now…
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Talking data sharing with TerraCipher
In this episode we’re talking about data sharing - the importance of standardising data and creating data sharing ecosystems. Data sharing and collaboration has been a popular topic on the podcast, with many of our guests talking about data sharing as the ‘next big thing’ when it comes to agtech....
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Talking precision ag with Green Atlas
In this episode we’re talking about precision ag, an area of agtech that has been around for 30 years but one that is continuing to expand and grow in accuracy. We speak to Food Agility CRC chief scientist professor David Lamb, who has been internationally recognised for his work in precision ag,...
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Talking farm management with AgriWebb
In this episode we look at the next fronteir of farm management platforms. Agtech adoption specialist and South Australian cattle and sheep farmer Dr Penny Schulz talks about the potential for automatic data-entry to farm management platforms. We speak to AgriWebb co-founder John Fargher about…
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Talking supply chains with AgriDigital
In this week’s episode we explore the digitisation of supply chains, along with some of the businesses changing the game when it comes to tracking grain from paddock to plate. We speak to Food Agility CRC chief scientist Professor David Lamb about how technology is allowing the ag industry to...
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Talking remote sensors with Farmo
In this episode we’re talking about remote sensors, a product many farmers look to when dipping their toes into agtech. We speak to agtech adoption specialist and South Australian cattle and sheep farmer Dr Penny Schulz about the peace of mind this technology can offer. We also ask Nick Seymour,...
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Talking connectivity with Zetifi
In this episode we’re talking about connectivity, the basis of all ag tech and often the biggest hurdle for farmers and businesses to overcome. We ask Food Agility CRC chief scientist professor David Lamb how close we are to connectivity headaches being a thing of the past. We also speak to Dan...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
If you’re looking to adopt agtech on-farm, but don’t know where to start, AgTech Finder is here to help. With over 270 companies, offering more than 350 solutions, AgTech Finder helps you make confident technology decisions to improve your operations.Tune into the AgTech Finder podcast to hear from the companies at the forefront of innovation, and the producers who are using the technology on farm.AgTech Finder is an initiative of Food Agility CRC and is Australia’s most comprehensive database of agtech products.www.agtechfinder.com
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If you’re looking to adopt agtech on-farm, but don’t know where to start, AgTech Finder is here to help. With over 270 companies, offering more than 350 solutions, AgTech Finder helps you make confident technology decisions to improve your operations.Tune into the AgTech Finder podcast to hear from...
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