Hackathon inspires solutions for tackling impact of COVID-19
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Concepts for a solar powered, zero emission orchard robot and a remote, digital veterinary diagnosis tools which requires no apps or software installation have been announced as the winners of the Agri-EPI Agri-Tech Hackathon. A total of 11 teams took part on the hackathon, which was held to support the development of technological solutions to problems posed by COVID-19. The winning teams receive a year of product launch support from experts at Agri-EPI Centre.
Head of Farm Network Gavin Dick Reflects on Harvest
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As harvest nears completion across the country, it’s time to begin to reflect on the current growing season and areas to focus on soon.
Grain ‘swimming’ robot solution to global food loss
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Technology start-up Crover, Agri-EPI and East of Scotland Farmers have teamed up to develop the first robotic device to tackle global post-harvest grain losses. This is expected to be able to save a total of 380 tonnes of grain (wheat and barley) every year.
Agri-EPI CTO becomes food network champion
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Agri-EPI’s Chief Technical Officer, Dr Shamal Mohammed, has been appointed Champion for Collaborative Projects for the Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Food Network+ (SFN). Read the news article here.
NFU Vice President to join agri-tech conversation at innovation conference
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NFU Vice President Tom Bradshaw will deliver a keynote address on the value of agri-tech to profitable and sustainable farming at Agri-EPI Centre’s annual conference on October 6. Tom, who farms in partnership with his wife, Emily, and his parents in North Essex, is one of a group of expert speakers to be taking part in the conference, titled Agri-tech: Connecting Farmers with Technology.