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AI brings cybersecurity risks for farmers

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape agriculture, grain farmers are seeing significant improvements in efficiency, profitability and sustainability.

AI-driven tools optimize planting, fertilization and harvesting while also helping farmers navigate market fluctuations. However, with increased reliance on digital technology, cybersecurity threats pose a growing risk to modern farm operations.

Implementing AI alongside strong cybersecurity practices ensures a resilient and productive future for grain farmers.

AI-powered tools analyze soil health, moisture levels and weather patterns to guide planting decisions. Smart sensors provide real-time data, helping farmers determine the best seed varieties and planting densities for maximum yield. By optimizing seed placement and soil inputs, AI reduces waste and enhances efficiency.

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AgTech Innovation at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

Video: AgTech Innovation at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show


Welcome to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show AgTech Breakfast. This annual Ontario outdoor farm show has always been a place where innovation thrives.

The AgTech Breakfast takes place every September to create a space where farmers and representatives from startup companies can meet and discuss innovations that bring new options to the agriculture industry. This is a great opportunity for attendees of this event to see what’s new.

At the AgTech Breakfast, attendees hear from a panel of companies, followed by a casual discussion session where farmers and representatives from startup companies can discuss new technology related to farming and share opportunities and challenges that impact Canadian agriculture.

One company featured at the 2024 AgTech Breakfast at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show was VETSon. This company connects producers and veterinarians for one-on-one consultations through online and app technology to improve options for livestock management.