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April AgTech Insights

Welcome back to AgTech Insights! We continue to explore the latest developments, news, and opportunities in agricultural technology to enhance the resilience of ag in TNQ.

Connectivity

  • With the 3G network shutdown approaching (30 June 2024), Telstra offers an SMS service to check if your phone requires an upgrade. Simply text ‘3’ to 3498, and you’ll receive a response indicating whether you need to take action. This service is exclusive to Telstra customers. More information available at Telstra Exchange.
  • The Regional Tech Hub has revamped their website, featuring excellent resources to help you get and stay connected. Visit the new site at Regional Tech Hub.

 

Data Security

As farm data digitisation accelerates, the importance of robust data security increases. Farmers can mitigate cyber risks by choosing certified providers. Learn more about protecting your data at National Farmers’ Federation.

Carrie-Ann Wilson

Knowledge Adoption Officer

Generative AI

The AI landscape is evolving rapidly. If you’ve been using the free version of ChatGPT-3.5, consider exploring other free options like GPT-4 through Microsoft Copilot (in creative mode), and a GPT-3.5 class model (Llama 3) via meta.ai.

Reducing Spray Drift Risk

The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) and Cotton Research and Development Corporation (CRDC) have invested significantly to identify hazardous inversions and partnered with Goanna Ag to develop the Weather And Networked Data (WAND) system. WAND is a real-time weather data system that alerts growers and spray operators of hazardous temperature inversions. Learn more.

Australia AgTech Success

Queensland AgTech company SwarmFarm has made their first commercial delivery to the United States—SwarmBot is now operational on snow.

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