Many people have heard of Google Glass and how it allows users the ability to get connected to common Web applications without using their hands. But can such technology help run your farm? Craig Ganssle, founder and CEO of Basecamp Networks, says it already is for some agricultural operators.
“We have developed a software program called intelliSCOUT which can analyze plants like tomatoes and instantly determine if they have contracted certain diseases just by glancing at them,” Ganssle told attendees at the 2015 PDPW Business Conference, sponsored by the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin.
The program works by processing data from the wearable Google Glass device and channeling that information through the software. Ganssle hopes to develop more applications that can be used on dairy farms, such as recognizing all of the cows in the barn and instantly bring up each of those animals’ production and health records.
“Essentially we are trying to help use modern technology to make running your farm easier and more profitable,” Ganssle notes. “If time is money, then program like these can lead to healthier profits on your farm.”
(Via Pork Network)
Richelle Sibolboro 