Châtenay-Malabry (FR - 92290), 16 July 2018
EFITA newsletter / 835 - European Federation for Information Technology
in Agriculture, Food and the Environment
Foot Ball World Cup 2018: Croatia team was fantastic too
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Kylian
Mbappé |
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Age:
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From Bondy, one of the poorest French town, a few kilometers East from Paris. |
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Now I am
retired. |
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Working Group meeting of Digital Innovation Hubs (too late announcement…but
interesting)
2 July – BRUSSELS
The fourth Working Group meeting of Digital Innovation Hubs in Europe
will focus on the role that Digital Innovation Hubs can play to help SMEs
acquire the digital skills they need for their digital transformation.
It will take place on:
The Working Group on Digital Innovation Hubs (DIHs) was launched after
the High-level governance meeting of the European platform of national
initiatives on digitising industry to support the implementation of the
Digitising European Industry initiative.
On its fourth meeting, the working group aims to bring together Digital
Innovation Hubs representatives and other interested stakeholders to discuss:
- Experience with digital skills training for employees of SMEs
- Learning content, catalogue of training materials and possible ways
of sharing
-The next EU budget and future investments in Digital, what is in it for
the hubs?
See: https://ec.europa.eu/digital-single-market/en/news/fourth-meeting-working-group-digital-innovation-hubs
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The digital farmers’ market
Farmers being in direct contact with the consumers and setting their prices independently, without having to submit to the wholesale market dictate – sounds like going back to the roots of agricultural markets. Behind this, however, is a model with a genuinely promising future. EURACTIV.de reports.
See: https://www.euractiv.com/section/agriculture-food/news/the-digital-farmers-market/
The 10 Best Read AgriFood Tech Stories from 2018 So Far
1. African Agtech Market Map: 99 Technologies Changing the Future of Agriculture in Africa
2. Why Syngenta Acquired FarmShots: “It’s Definitely a Race”
3. Blockchain is Coming for Agriculture and You Might Not Even Notice
4. Cargill Backs Livestock Vision Tech Cainthus
5. Why Maersk is Investing in AgriFood Tech Startups
6. Wilbur-Ellis Backed Insect Startup Beta Hatch Closes $2.1m Seed Round
7. 2018 AgFunder Innovation Awards Winners Announced
8. Agtech Exits: 2017 Activity Generates Cautious Optimism for 2018
9. The Growing Impact of Hyperspectral Imagery on AgriFood Tech
10. AgFunder Invests in ImpactVision, Solinftec, The Yield
See: https://agfundernews.com/10-best-read-agrifood-tech-stories-2018-far.html
How Hello Tractor’s Digital Platform is Enabling the Mechanization of African Farming, by Van Jones
Van Jones is head of strategy and cofounder of Hello Tractor, a technology platform connecting Nigerian farmers with tractor services. Previously selling tractors to farmers on credit, which you can read about here, Hello Tractor has since pivoted a little to sell its software to tractor owners to monitor their fleets, market their services to smallholder farmers, and enable pay-as-you-go agreements between them. In the wake of a deal with John Deere and the Nigerian government, we asked Jones to give us an update on where the business is today.
See: https://agfundernews.com/how-hello-tractors-digital-platform-is-enabling-the-mechanization-of-african-farming.html
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SWIIM System Acquires OnFarm to Integrate Water Data into Dashboard
See: https://agfundernews.com/breaking-swiim-system-acquires-onfarm.html
From the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
See: https://mailchi.mp/cgiar/compact2025-news-in-brief-july_05_2018?e=a29f06c51e
An Introduction to Smart Dairy Farming, a book by Professor Kees Lokhorst (NL)
The objective of the book ‘An introduction to Smart Dairy Farming’ is to provide insight in the development of the Smart Dairy Farming (SDF) concept and advise as to how to apply this knowledge in the field of activities of students and other interested readers. The book is build up according three main blocks.
The first block deals with the specific domain of dairy farming and the choices for relevant objects of interest. In chapter two the history and definition of Smart Dairy Farming is given. Since SDF is focused on dairy production and the key stakeholders are the dairy farmer and his cows in chapter three the critical periods and processes for supporting the farmers management are identified. To support dairy farmers in their choices for supporting tools, either sensors, models and/or advisers, the longevity matrix is introduced in chapter three.
The second block is dedicated to techniques to handle the full cycle of plan, do and act. In chapter four the theory to transform digital data into information, interpret it with using context into knowledge, decide on this knowledge and transform it in dedicated work instructions. This cycle is goal driven and iterative. Collection of digital data by using sensor technology, being aware of the variables that are measured and examples of sensor technology are worked out in chapter five. The background, techniques and principles of data analytics and validation is depicted in chapter six. Chapter seven is dedicated to the use and writing procedures for Standard Operating Procedures.
The third block is focused on the organisational environment of smart dairy farming. In chapter eight insight is given in the involvement of different stakeholders. Chapter nine is dedicated to innovation in the context of smart dairy farming. Examples are given and also driving forces behind innovations are given. In chapter ten social, economic and business values are discussed with the goal to make farmers more aware of innovations. Chapter eleven is dedicated to awareness of trends in ICT. Chapter twelve deals with some future developments with the power to stimulate the further uptake of smart dairy farming. The information in this book provides background information and comprehensive insight in the concept of SDF.
See: https://www.greeni.nl/iguana/www.main.cls?surl=greenisearch#RecordId=2.144032
Agricultural Robotics: The Future of Robotic Agriculture report June 2018 by Prof Simon BLACKMORE
Our vision is a new generation of smart, flexible, robust, compliant, interconnected robotic and autonomous systems working seamlessly alongside their human coworkers in farms and food factories. Teams of multi-modal, interoperable robotic systems will self-organise and coordinate their activities with the “human in the loop”. Electric farm and factory robots with interchangeable tools, including low-tillage solutions, soft robotic grasping technologies and sensors, will support the sustainable intensification of agriculture, drive manufacturing productivity and underpin future food security.
To deliver this vision the research and innovation needs include the development of robust robotic platforms, suited to agricultural environments, and improved capabilities for sensing and perception, planning and coordination, manipulation and grasping, learning and adaptation, interoperability between robots and existing machinery, and human-robot collaboration, including the key issues of safety and user acceptance.
Technology adoption is likely to occur in measured steps. Most farmers and food producers will need technologies that can be introduced gradually, alongside and within their existing production systems. Thus, for the foreseeable future, humans and robots will frequently operate collaboratively to perform tasks, and that collaboration must be safe. There will be a transition period in which humans and robots work together as first simple and then more complex parts of work are conducted by robots, driving productivity and enabling human jobs to move up the value chain.
See: https://arxiv.org/ftp/arxiv/papers/1806/1806.06762.pdf
Contact: Prof Simon BLACKMORE
E-mail: simon.blackmore(a)harper-adams.ac.uk
IoT in Agriculture: Camp Verde
IoT solutions provide farmers with real-time data to support decision making and improve processes. Sensors connect fields and gather information to optimize irrigation techniques.
See: https://intel.com/content/www/us/en/internet-of-things/videos/camp-verde-agriculture-solutions-video.html
Smart-AKIS Conference: “The future of Agriculture in Europe: Smart Farming leads the way”
After 2 years of work, the EU Smart-AKIS Network celebrated on June 27, 2018, its final conference presenting main findings on the adoption of Smart Farming Technologies in European agriculture...
You can consult the final PROGRAMME of the event in this link.
You can watch the Conference pictures on our Facebook Album.
You can read the Press Release in this link.
You can download the Conference presentations:
Smart Farming from the Field: inspirational speech. Leon Noordam. Novifarm.
Digital agriculture in Europe: state of play & future trends. Louis Mahy. EC DG AGRI.
Smart-AKIS Highlights.
Smart-AKIS Recommendations.
Multi-Actor Panel on Smart Farming: Best Practices from the Field.
Policy Panel on Smart Farming.
See: https://smart-akis.com/index.php/smart-akis-final-conference/
Agri-EPI Centre (EPI: Engineering - Precision - Innovation) - UK
Amidst the current revolution in information technologies and engineering science, the Centre will explore how to optimise the performance of the highly complex production and processing systems in agriculture. This will include key drivers of profitability and sustainability, such as livestock and plant growth rates, nutrient efficiency, product quality, and health.
See: https://agri-epicentre.com
Contact: Prof Simon BLACKMORE
E-mail: simon.blackmore(a)harper-adams.ac.uk
Topcon new ‘entry level’ X23 console
A new ‘entry level’ touch screen terminal from Topcon provides visual steering guidance and isobus implement control as standard. It enables users to unlock optional add-on functions as and when they want them.
See: https://www.futurefarming.com/Tools-data/Articles/2018/5/Topcon-new-entry-level-X23-console-282129E/
Climate Corporation partners with CNH and DroneDeploy
Integration of drone-captured imagery with crop records and data sharing with CNH Industrial equipment brands. That is the result of the latest partnerships secured by The Climate Corporation for its FieldView enterprise management platform.
See: https://www.futurefarming.com/Smart-farmers/Articles/2018/5/Climate-Corporation-partners-with-CNH-and-DroneDeploy-282124E/
Sometimes ‘ready-to-use’ proves less ready than expected, by Leo Tholhuijsen
The Dutch National Experimental Ground for Precision Farming (NPPL) is gaining momentum. The government initiative to boost precision farming with expert support for 6 practical arable farmers is starting to bear fruit. Or rather – it is becoming clear here and there why precision farming fails to break through in to the farmer’s day to day practise.
See: https://www.futurefarming.com/Smart-farmers/Articles/2018/4/Sometimes-ready-to-use-proves-less-ready-than-expected-277692E/
IoT Solution For Agriculture
The world will need to produce 70% more food in 2050 than it did in 2006 in order to feed the growing population of the Earth – ‘UN Food and Agriculture Organization. To meet this demand, farmers and agricultural companies are turning to the Internet of Things for analytics and greater production capabilities. Smart farming is a concept quickly catching on in the agricultural business. Offering high-precision crop control, useful data collection, and automated farming techniques, there are clearly many advantages a networked farm has to offer.
See: http://www.mobiloitte.com/internet-of-things/iot-solution-for-agriculture
Does timing matter when sampling corn and soybean tissue for nutrient analysis
Tissue samples can be pulled at various stages of development, but one of the most common times is when crops enter the reproductive stages.
See: http://www.cornandsoybeandigest.com/fertilizer/does-timing-matter-when-sampling-corn-and-soybean-tissue-nutrient-analysis
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How farmers are helping rid the Great Lakes of algae
Grain farmers in southwestern Ontario are increasingly turning to a range of innovative growing techniques designed to mitigate nutrient loss and reduce their impact on the 4th largest of the 5 vast water bodies.
See: https://www.futurefarming.com/Smart-farmers/Articles/2017/9/How-farmers-are-helping-rid-the-Great-Lakes-of-algae-2936WP/
FIFA World Cup Draws 1 Million People: 8 Tips on How to Avoid Cyber Threats in Russia
As the biggest football tournament in the world has taken center stage in Russia, cybersecurity experts are warning that soccer fans might be attractive targets for hackers. Besides, internet security is a growing concern in Russia in general.
Here is some advice from NordVPN on staying secure when using the internet at the World Cup – or any big public event.
1. Don’t share your device. Be extremely cautious with your devices – don’t share your smartphone or computer with anyone, especially the ones you don’t know.
2. Install a VPN. A VPN makes a user’s online traffic snoop-proof through strong encryption. When connected to a VPN, public Wi-Fi can be used without getting paranoid about data being stolen. NordVPN, for example, is easy to use and keeps no user logs.
3. Be careful with gifted USBs. Be cautious with various IT-related gifts, such as USB keys – throw them away instantly, as such items might contain viruses or other malicious content.
4. Always update. Update all your apps and software, both on your laptop and smartphone.
5. Be careful about fake apps. Use and download only official applications.
6. Avoid online financial transactions on unprotected networks. Avoid using internet banking, buying online or presenting your credit card details online if the network is unprotected.
7. Don’t tell them where you are. Avoid sharing your location on social media or other applications.
8. Press the off button. Keep your Bluetooth and Wi-Fi off, except when needed.
See: http://globalsecuritymag.com/FIFA-World-Cup-Draws-1-Million,20180625,79459.html
Tempo definitions for music ensembles
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What a really bad day looks like
See: http://thecasualobserver.co.za/really-bad-day-looks-like/
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Jokes, Quotes and Anecdotes... an Anatomy of Wit
Mick Harkin, ex Secretary of EFITA, who has kept us amused with his Friday
Jokes over the years, has published a book on Amazon entitled "Jokes,
Quotes and Anecdotes... an Anatomy of Wit".
See: http://www.jokesquotesandanecdotes.com
Contact: Mick HARKIN
E-mail: mickjharkin(a)gmail.com
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