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Canadian Stories

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AI models help Canadian farmers turn data into decisions

AI “digital twins” are quietly transforming Canadian farms, turning torrents of data into practical decisions on crops, cash and resilience.

By Jake MacAndrew • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026

Global Stories

Farming Software stories

Drones

How Microsoft's new drone deal will help farmers combat crop disease

Microsoft's tie-up with DJI will equip drones with advanced AI to help farmers detect and combat crop diseases, transforming precision farming.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018

Agricultural Technology

$570 million IoT goldmine waiting to be tapped by NZ agri sector

New Zealand's agricultural sector could unlock NZD $570 million through enhanced use of IoT technology, driving productivity and sustainability improvements.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Apr 2018

Fonterra

Fonterra posts $348 million half-year profit loss, CEO steps down

Fonterra CEO, Theo Spierings, is set to step down later this year, but will continue in an advisory role focusing on China.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018

Agricultural Technology

How AI and IoT will help NZ meet increasing food demands

New Zealand looks to artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things to help address the growing food shortage and support sustainable economic growth.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017

Robotics

Using robotics, IoT & data analytics to clean up NZ's waterways

IoT, data analytics and automation are being used to clean up waterways in New Zealand and globally, says NZ IoT Alliance executive director.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Farming Software stories

Agricultural Technology

Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate's sustainable farming tech

Sprout Agritech invests $1m in Metrovate, a startup marrying computational methods and agri-science to produce precision biostimulants.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024

Fintech

PaySauce and Xero form strategic alliance in the name of Kiwi farmers

PaySauce and Xero join forces to support Kiwi farmers with Xero For Farming, enhancing financial clarity and compliance through cloud technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2019

Drones

Farm dogs being put out of business by drone that barks

Man's best friend might be able to enter retirement early if this new drone innovation from DJI Ferntech has anything to do with it.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2019

Fitbit

Fitbits for animals: New data could revolutionise Aussie farming

La Trobe University's new sensor technology aims to revolutionise Australia's livestock industry by providing insights into animal health and behavior.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018