https://www.agproud.com/rss en-us sureshraja@dal.ca A digital twin is a continuously updated virtual version of a real system. In dairy, that system might be an individual cow, a milking robot or the entire barn. The twin mirrors the real-time state of the animal or equipment it represents. When a cow walks to the feedbunk, her virtual counterpart records it. A digital twin is a continuously updated virtual version of a real system. In dairy, that system might be an individual cow, a milking robot or the entire barn. The twin mirrors the real-time state of the animal or equipment it represents. When a cow walks to the feedbunk, her virtual counterpart records it. 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62906 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62906-your-cow-has-a-digital-twin-what-can-she-tell-you 62906-neethirajan-Digital-Twin.jpg sureshraja@dal.ca If your cows could speak, would you listen? It’s the kind of question that makes people smile at first – a whimsical thought you might share over coffee. But for me, it became a serious challenge. If animals are constantly communicating, and we fail to hear them, what opportunities are we missing – not just for better welfare but for better farming? If your cows could speak, would you listen? It’s the kind of question that makes people smile at first – a whimsical thought you might share over coffee. But for me, it became a serious challenge. If animals are constantly communicating, and we fail to hear them, what opportunities are we missing – not just for better welfare but for better farming?

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62300 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62300-project-moologue-giving-voice-to-the-voiceless-and-creating-smarter-more-profitable-farms 62300-neethirajan-moologue.jpg lucas.weber@agbusiness.ca Application drones are now a part of normal agricultural practices, but with new modern farming tools like these available, there are often many misconceptions. This technology requires practical thinking and a solid grasp on how it functions. Application drones are now a part of normal agricultural practices, but with new modern farming tools like these available, there are often many misconceptions. This technology requires practical thinking and a solid grasp on how it functions.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62138 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62138-myths-surrounding-spray-drones 62138-weber-getty.jpg Within agriculture, the dairy industry has long been at the forefront of adopting agriculture technology. How can dairies ensure their agricultural technology (ag tech) acquisitions come with real payback on their investment? Within agriculture, the dairy industry has long been at the forefront of adopting agriculture technology. How can dairies ensure their agricultural technology (ag tech) acquisitions come with real payback on their investment?

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/62079 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/62079-avoid-costly-mistakes-how-to-ensure-your-ag-tech-delivers-real-returns Business_tech_2_-_Getty.jpeg Shot of a farmer using a digital tablet on his farm sureshraja@dal.ca In a field outside Truro, Nova Scotia, a Holstein flicks her tail in the sunlight. The barn is quiet. The air smells of hay, damp earth and purpose. Above her, far above, three satellites glide invisibly across the sky. Together, they are measuring something that cannot be seen or smelled but is at the heart of the future of Canadian agriculture: methane. In a field outside Truro, Nova Scotia, a Holstein flicks her tail in the sunlight. The barn is quiet. The air smells of hay, damp earth and purpose. Above her, far above, three satellites glide invisibly across the sky. Together, they are measuring something that cannot be seen or smelled but is at the heart of the future of Canadian agriculture: methane.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61979 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61979-dairyair-canada-methane-satellites-and-the-app-that-could-change-everything-for-canadian-dairy 61979-neethirajan-farm-emissions.jpg shari.vandepol@cattleytics.com Using the best tools available to get the most out of your breeding program is key – and we know that artificial intelligence (AI) is helping us make smarter, more data-driven decisions that ultimately improve the health, fertility and productivity of our herds. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the things to come, and things that groups like ours are working on now. Using the best tools available to get the most out of your breeding program is key – and we know that artificial intelligence (AI) is helping us make smarter, more data-driven decisions that ultimately improve the health, fertility and productivity of our herds. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the things to come, and things that groups like ours are working on now.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61372 Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61372-ai-for-ai-6-ai-based-benefits-for-breeding-programs tyler@maverickherdmanagement.com When the words “precision feeding” come up, dairy producers usually have one of two very distinct reactions: excitement or hesitation. There are three easy precision feeding technologies outlined in this article that could help dairy farms maximize their current operations. When the words “precision feeding” come up, dairy producers usually have one of two very distinct reactions: excitement or hesitation. There are three easy precision feeding technologies outlined in this article that could help dairy farms maximize their current operations.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61073 Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61073-how-can-dairy-producers-implement-precision-feeding-without-increasing-costs 61073-bentley-1.jpg lucas.weber@agbusiness.ca In modern agriculture, technology and automation have become more accessible, and small equipment can now pack a big punch. Application drones have given farmers the ability to do their own aerial applications. In modern agriculture, technology and automation have become more accessible, and small equipment can now pack a big punch. Application drones have given farmers the ability to do their own aerial applications.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61145 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:19:39 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61145-10-factors-to-consider-before-buying-a-spray-drone 61145-weber-illustration.coreylewis.jpg john@cow-corner.co There is a trend toward increased stocking density in automated milking barns. Quite a few farmers have made it work and made it look easy. It has worked for them because they have the fundamentals right. There is a trend toward increased stocking density in automated milking barns. Quite a few farmers have made it work and made it look easy. It has worked for them because they have the fundamentals right.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/61002 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:39:03 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/61002-getting-the-fundamentals-right-in-automated-milking-and-golf 61002-gerbitz-golf.jpg dveeneman@inbarn.com The dairy industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) at the forefront of this revolution. For dairy farmers seeking to enhance efficiency and productivity, AI offers a wealth of opportunities. From optimizing herd management to streamlining operations, AI is reshaping the landscape of modern dairy farming. The dairy industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) at the forefront of this revolution. For dairy farmers seeking to enhance efficiency and productivity, AI offers a wealth of opportunities. From optimizing herd management to streamlining operations, AI is reshaping the landscape of modern dairy farming.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60845 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60845-ai-and-dairy-farming Business_tech_2_-_Getty.jpeg Shot of a farmer using a digital tablet on his farm donald.gilberg@gea.com Animal monitoring systems are a time-tested and proven solution. Plus, they hold the key to unlocking other hidden values that bring more dollars to your bottom line. Animal monitoring systems are a time-tested and proven solution. Plus, they hold the key to unlocking other hidden values that bring more dollars to your bottom line.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60727 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60727-three-ways-animal-monitoring-systems-unlock-hidden-value-in-your-reproduction-program 60727-gilberg-cow.jpg sureshraja@dal.ca Imagine stepping into your barn and understanding exactly what your cows are feeling – not by watching for obvious signs but by actually "hearing" their emotions. Every moo, bellow and low carries a hidden message, revealing whether a cow is content, stressed or reacting to its environment. Imagine stepping into your barn and understanding exactly what your cows are feeling – not by watching for obvious signs but by actually "hearing" their emotions. Every moo, bellow and low carries a hidden message, revealing whether a cow is content, stressed or reacting to its environment.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60615 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60615-listening-to-cows-unlocking-the-secrets-of-cow-communication-with-ai 60615-neethirajan-edgar.jpg aconnolly@agritechcapital.com The concept of using cameras to watch your dairy isn’t new, but with the arrival of artificial intelligence (AI) and significant players actively investing in the U.S. dairy industry, AI systems are truly transforming the management of cows. New offerings create even more value for producers who have installed these systems. The concept of using cameras to watch your dairy isn’t new, but with the arrival of artificial intelligence (AI) and significant players actively investing in the U.S. dairy industry, AI systems are truly transforming the management of cows. New offerings create even more value for producers who have installed these systems.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60592 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60592-ai-enables-cameras-to-put-new-eyes-on-your-cows 60592-connolly-illustration.jpg lucas.weber@agbusiness.ca Applying inputs onto crops is a part of any production operation – directly or indirectly. So, how can we be applying these inputs so that they are more efficient and cost conscious? Many have turned to spray drones for the answer – quickly making drone-based aerial application a sustainable option for the future. Applying inputs onto crops is a part of any production operation – directly or indirectly. So, how can we be applying these inputs so that they are more efficient and cost conscious? Many have turned to spray drones for the answer – quickly making drone-based aerial application a sustainable option for the future.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/60413 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/60413-what-is-a-spray-drone-and-how-is-it-changing-modern-farming 60413-weber-2.jpg e.bell@uniform-agri.com Why exactly is using software so advantageous for you and your herd? Ultimately, it comes down to your goals, wants and needs. Why exactly is using software so advantageous for you and your herd? Ultimately, it comes down to your goals, wants and needs.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59820 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59820-advantages-of-herd-management-software diego.nobrega@ucalgary.ca We are now seeing another revolution, fuelled by the rapid development and increasing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI). AI tools are becoming more popular among farmers because they behave like high-tech helpers who assist with daily activities on farms. We are now seeing another revolution, fuelled by the rapid development and increasing popularity of artificial intelligence (AI). AI tools are becoming more popular among farmers because they behave like high-tech helpers who assist with daily activities on farms. 

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59823 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59823-dairy-farming-20-milking-the-potential-of-artificial-intelligence 59823-nobrega-picture1.jpg A friend of mine recently discovered Taylor Swift. I have a hard time wrapping my head around that. When she admitted this, it was tough to know if she was serious. How does a person discover Taylor Swift in 2024? I’m not sure, but for this friend, that was the truth. A friend of mine recently discovered Taylor Swift. I have a hard time wrapping my head around that. When she admitted this, it was tough to know if she was serious. How does a person discover Taylor Swift in 2024? I’m not sure, but for this friend, that was the truth.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/blogs/18/post/59816 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/blogs/18-progressive-dairy-canada-from-the-editor/post/59816-swift-discoveries-tech-ubiquities evan.platte@merck.com While the cow-side benefits of monitoring technology are significant, don’t overlook the human benefits for your employees. These advantages go beyond simple labor savings. While the cow-side benefits of monitoring technology are significant, don’t overlook the human benefits for your employees. These advantages go beyond simple labor savings.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59244 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59244-the-human-side-of-technology-three-ways-monitoring-makes-life-easier Business_tech_2_-_Getty.jpeg Shot of a farmer using a digital tablet on his farm emily.rolli@nedap.com Dairy farm management gets more complex every day. If you do not already have a dedicated tech specialist on your farm, now is the time to decide who should take charge of managing these systems for your farm and integrating data to help your team make informed decisions. Dairy farm management gets more complex every day. If you do not already have a dedicated tech specialist on your farm, now is the time to decide who should take charge of managing these systems for your farm and integrating data to help your team make informed decisions.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/59028 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/59028-who-is-your-dairys-tech-champion 59028-rolli-1.jpg joaquin.azocar@delaval.com The dairy business is at an inflection point where technology is advancing at a such fast pace that the opportunities to move the industry forward seem limitless. The dairy business is at an inflection point where technology is advancing at a such fast pace that the opportunities to move the industry forward seem limitless.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58873 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58873-the-next-evolution-of-data-what-is-in-it-for-your-farm 58873-azocar-1.jpg matti@agproud.com While the milking system and machinery are often top of mind for routine maintenance and updates, consider ways in which the farm can benefit from a sound IT system. While the milking system and machinery are often top of mind for routine maintenance and updates, consider ways in which the farm can benefit from a sound IT system.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/57493 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/57493-what-does-it-look-like-on-your-dairy 57493-mcbride-it.jpg rebecca@daritech.com The robotic aspect of milking a grazing herd is much the same as in a traditional one, but the primary difference is sending cows out to pasture and ensuring they regularly return to the robot for milking. Optimizing this condition is key. The robotic aspect of milking a grazing herd is much the same as in a traditional one, but the primary difference is sending cows out to pasture and ensuring they regularly return to the robot for milking. Optimizing this condition is key.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58103 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58103-integrating-automated-milking-systems-and-grazing 58103-meier-cows-pasture.jpg dcook@bovisync.com In order to stay abreast – or surpass – your competition, you need to effectively manage data to continue to make the most of your resources. In order to stay abreast – or surpass – your competition, you need to effectively manage data to continue to make the most of your resources.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/58167 Mon, 21 Aug 2023 09:10:26 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/58167-do-you-need-a-chief-technology-officer-on-your-dairy Business_tech_2_-_Getty.jpeg Shot of a farmer using a digital tablet on his farm taliah.danzinger@vas.com Overwhelmed by data? You’re not alone. Whether it’s data from your herd management software, milk testing, parlor or milking robot, or other technologies, we’re immersed in a sea of data. Overwhelmed by data? You’re not alone. Whether it’s data from your herd management software, milk testing, parlor or milking robot, or other technologies, we’re immersed in a sea of data.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/57953 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/57953-swim-with-confidence-through-your-dairys-data-sea 57953-danzinger-vas-cloud.jpg audrey@agproud.com Every dairy has the intent to care for its cattle in the best ways possible. Producers entrust a team of employees to execute their plan to care for the animals and it is the responsibility of the management team to verify the plan is effective and being carried out every day. Every dairy has the intent to care for its cattle in the best ways possible. Producers entrust a team of employees to execute their plan to care for the animals and it is the responsibility of the management team to verify the plan is effective and being carried out every day.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/57475 Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/57475-smile-youre-on-camera 57475-schmitz-smile.jpg Moving from one herd management software to another is a significant step. Your herd management software is the most important, yet least recognized, part of your business. Moving from one herd management software to another is a significant step. Your herd management software is the most important, yet least recognized, part of your business.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/57105 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:30:37 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/57105-get-into-the-details-of-managing-change Business_tech_2_-_Getty.jpeg Shot of a farmer using a digital tablet on his farm sarah.anderson1@merck.com Onboarding a new activity monitoring system is not simply flipping a switch. In fact, the process starts well before purchase. Onboarding a new activity monitoring system is not simply flipping a switch. In fact, the process starts well before purchase.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/56740 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:21:12 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/56740-six-steps-to-successfully-onboard-your-activity-monitoring-system Business_tech_2_-_Getty.jpeg Shot of a farmer using a digital tablet on his farm Producers across the globe have started to incorporate more technology into their operations. Producers across the globe have started to incorporate more technology into their operations.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/56619 Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.agproud.com/articles/56619-help-optimize-herd-productivity-with-dairy-monitoring-technology merck-animal-health-main.jpg walt.cooley@agproud.com My own struggles with internet began during the pandemic. We live in a rural area in Idaho. Our county is the No. 20 dairy county in the U.S. and cows outnumber people 6 to 1 where I live. My own struggles with internet began during the pandemic. We live in a rural area in Idaho. Our county is the No. 20 dairy county in the U.S. and cows outnumber people 6 to 1 where I live.

]]> http://www.agproud.com/articles/55772 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 17:21:20 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/55772-a-fast-internet-on-ramp-for-dairy-operations 55772-cooley-1.jpg To introduce this topic, grab your smartphone and open it to the camera app. Toggle to the time-lapse setting and take a 30-second time-lapse. Then watch what you just recorded. http://www.agproud.com/articles/54202 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:00:01 -0400 https://www.agproud.com/articles/54202-using-time-lapse-cameras-to-improve-dairy-performance 1122pd-louder-1.jpg