Ground Truth Ag is developing a grain-testing system that could be used in elevators, grain bins and combines. The technology uses artificial intelligence to increase the speed and accuracy of grain grading. | Doug Ferguson photo

High-tech grain grader wins people’s choice award

The AI and machine learning technology was a hit at Agri-Trade Equipment Expo’s recent Ag Innovations competition

RED DEER — A Saskatchewan company plans to use artificial intelligence and machine learning to give farmers and grain buyers an edge by boosting the accuracy and speed of how grain is graded. Ground Truth Ag is developing systems that could be used in places ranging from elevators to farms, including grain bins and combines […] Read more

Krissy Fiddler, operations manager for the Agri-Trade Equipment Expo, said 2023 was the first full return of the show since the COVID-19 pandemic.  |  Doug Ferguson photo

VIDEO: Alta. ag equipment show finds positive attitude

Agri-Trade Equipment Expo in Red Deer gave farmers an opportunity to see the latest in agricultural technology

As many as 33,000 people from up to 16 countries figuratively kicked the tires as they checked out the latest advances in farming technology at the 39th annual Agri-Trade Equipment Expo. “The mood we’re seeing at the show, and the outlook we’re seeing in the ag industry in general, is very positive,” said Krissy Fiddler, […] Read more

A desktop grain sampler sits on a table.

Machine vision drives desktop grain sampler

Regina — A desktop grain tester that uses machine vision to determine grain grades was on display at a recent farm show in Regina. “We’re building a unit that will go on the combine and will be able to grade grain quality in real time as you harvest. But as part of the journey, we’ve […] Read more