In this episode, Daniel Foy and Dr. Jim Reynolds are joined by Dr. Michelle Schack, Dairy Veterinarian and Co-Founder of DairyKind, to explore how structured, consistent training on farms directly shapes animal welfare, team performance, and culture. Dr. Schack shares how her platform has delivered over 76,000 on-farm training sessions across the U.S., helping teams not only meet audit standards but understand the why behind every action. Together, the trio dives into the role of the veterinarian as an educator and culture-builder, the importance of timely and language-accessible training, and how digital learning tools can transform onboarding, retention, and long-term animal care. From castration and colostrum to carbon emissions and compassion, this conversation shows how a training-first approach can elevate animal welfare, boost job satisfaction, and create lasting value across the dairy supply chain. Guest: Dr. Michelle Schack, Co-Founder of DairyKindHosts: Daniel Foy (AgriGates) & Dr. Jim Reynolds You can listen on Spotify and Apple Podcast

Exploring the Hidden Forces Behind Animal Welfare Decisions In this thought-provoking episode of the LiveStack Podcast, Daniel Foy and Dr. Jim Reynolds explore the foundational, but often overlooked, forces that shape how we treat animals in agriculture. From the mysteries of consciousness to the evolution of ethical frameworks and the undeniable influence of money, this episode invites listeners to rethink how decisions get made on farms and in science. Jim reflects on the elusive nature of consciousness, how we still don’t fully understand it, yet it underpins everything we do, from human perception to animal behavior. He explains how sentience, the ability to feel, anticipate, and remember, applies not just to people but to cows, pigs, birds, and beyond. Daniel and Jim challenge the industry to recognize that animals aren’t machines reacting to stimuli but beings with emotional landscapes and expectations. They caution against building AI and precision livestock tools that ignore these deeper dimensions. Ethics is unpacked as the application of welfare knowledge, how individual, cultural, and societal values inform decisions about pain, comfort, and care. The conversation confronts the influence of short-term economics and production pressures that can lead to suffering, especially in heat stress, calf separation, and workforce challenges. With examples from swine housing, dairy operations, and the historical evolution of welfare practices, the episode underscores the need for new metrics, ones that measure consciousness and emotion, not just productivity. The conversation ends with a call to action: to rethink standards, train with intention, and build systems (including AI) that genuinely reflect what animals feel, not just what they produce. Make sure to also take a read of the associated blog on the AgriGates Website>News. Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcast

In this episode, Daniel Foy is joined by Dr. Jim Reynolds for a deep dive into the evolving understanding of animal welfare. The conversation starts with Jim’s recent trip to Africa, where he reflects on the profound respect he observed for animals and ecosystems, setting the tone for a discussion about the historical, ethical, and scientific shifts in animal welfare. The discussion centers around the 1965 Brambell Report, which laid the groundwork for the now-classic Five Freedoms of animal welfare. These freedoms, initially designed to frame the physical and mental needs of animals, are unpacked in the context of changing societal values and emerging science on animal consciousness. Jim explains how the language used then was intentionally broad to foster social change without triggering immediate backlash, and how the term “freedoms” subtly stood in for “rights.” The episode progresses to explore sentience as the cornerstone of modern welfare thinking: animals as beings with emotions, expectations, and inner lives. Jim and Daniel trace this paradigm shift through philosophy, neuroscience, and practical farming, highlighting how pain, fear, and contentment are not just physical responses but deeply emotional states. As the conversation turns to the future, Daniel and Jim emphasize the urgent need for better measurement tools in animal welfare, especially as farms move toward precision livestock systems. They call for metrics that go beyond visual audits and instead tap into the behavioral and emotional realities of animals, enabled by machine learning, AI, and sensor technology. The episode closes on a hopeful note: with respect for animals, smarter tools, and a new definition of welfare based on positive experiences, animal agriculture can align better with ethics, sustainability, and productivity. To learn more or share feedback, reach out at info@agrigates.io  

In the evolving landscape of food animal agriculture, measuring behavior is no longer just about observation, it’s about precision, scale, and measurable impact. In this episode, Daniel Foy and Dr. Jim Reynolds examine how behavior data has progressed from handwritten field notes to high-frequency, sensor-driven systems powered by machine learning. This transformation has redefined how we understand welfare, manage animals, and measure sustainability on farms. Jim and Daniel reflect on the early days of behavior measurement, where simple metrics like lying and standing time were manually recorded and used to make management decisions. Today, those same behaviors are captured by wearable IMU sensors, interpreted through automated video systems, and enriched with environmental and health data to provide a clearer picture of animal welfare. They discuss how behavior has become the most sensitive indicator of welfare, often signaling issues before they become visible, and how these insights are becoming increasingly vital as farms contend with heat stress, lameness, and other welfare risks under changing climate and production pressures. At the same time, the episode underscores the importance of ethics and human interpretation, even in a world of automation. Behavior doesn’t happen in a vacuum, and Jim emphasizes that good data still requires good questions and context. The conversation also explores how behavior metrics are now being tied to sustainability reporting, providing the kind of transparent, animal-centered evidence that supply chains and consumers increasingly expect. Whether you work in research, animal health, precision technology, or farm management, this episode offers an in-depth look at why behavioral sensing is becoming a central pillar of modern livestock care and food system sustainability. To learn more or share feedback, reach out at info@agrigates.ioListen now on Apple Podcasts | Spotify

Before welfare became a scientific field and audit programs became standard, there was a time when farm assessments were built on instinct and good intentions rather than research and rigor. In this episode, Daniel Foy and Dr. Jim Reynolds return to the early 2000s to unpack the formation of the first on-farm food animal welfare audits in the United States. They revisit how environmental failures in the swine industry unexpectedly laid the groundwork for audit systems, and how the National Pork Board pioneered one of the first welfare audit frameworks, later known as Validus. Jim reflects on joining the audit development team as the lone veterinarian with a conscience many called controversial but whose insistence on standards like shade access reshaped the dairy industry’s approach to welfare. The conversation traces how these early audits evolved from a simple “walk-around and thumbs-up” into multi-metric systems with standards on shelter, water, space, and even animal behavior. Listeners will hear how progressive farms helped trial the early models, and how assessments transitioned into audits, with long-term impacts on today’s third-party welfare systems. The episode also looks ahead, with Jim highlighting the need for AI, video, and biometric monitoring to close the gap between annual inspections and real-time welfare risks especially during weather extremes. Whether you’re in animal health, ag-tech, or auditing, this episode offers critical insights into the roots of food animal welfare monitoring and what’s next. Topics covered include: The surprising role of the National Pork Board in welfare audit development Why early audits lacked science but sparked major shifts in practice How shade, shelter, and calf housing became welfare flashpoints Friction and collaboration in defining welfare metrics pre-2010 The rise of Validus and the evolution into industry-wide programs Why real-time data from AI tools is the future of meaningful audits What Jim wishes he could go back and change in early programs To learn more or share feedback, reach out at info@agrigates.io. You can listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify

Episode 24: The History of Contemporary Welfare – 30 Years of ChangeLiveStack Podcast with Daniel Foy and Dr. Jim Reynolds Over the past three decades, food animal welfare has undergone a profound transformation. In this episode, Daniel Foy and Dr. Jim Reynolds trace the arc of this shift, beginning with the industry’s earliest confrontations with welfare, from undercover videos in U.S. slaughterhouses in the late 1980s, to pivotal moments like McDonald's engagement with Temple Grandin, to the global emergence of welfare science as a formal discipline. Listeners will hear about the pivotal role of early academic figures like David Fraser and Dan Weary, the rise of university-based research groups, and how targeted legislation in places like California challenged entrenched practices such as tail docking and dragging downer cows. Jim and Daniel explore how these ethical pressures evolved into measurable welfare outcomes, backed by peer-reviewed science. This episode also delves into the role of agri-tech, sensor data, and precision livestock tools in building a future where welfare is no longer subjective. As welfare metrics have become more rigorous, the industry now faces the challenge of integrating accurate digital systems to meet both farm-level realities and growing consumer expectations. Whether you're new to welfare science or have followed its evolution, this episode connects the past to the present, and outlines the next chapter for how technology, ethics, and data science will shape the way we care for livestock. Topics covered include: The 1989 slaughterhouse footage that catalyzed U.S. welfare reform Temple Grandin’s early audits and influence on corporate practices Tail docking, downer cow legislation, and early welfare policy wins Emergence of leading research centers (UBC, UPenn, WAFL) The scientific shift from anecdote to measurable welfare indicators Current challenges with wearables, black-box algorithms, and scaling behavioral measurements How precision welfare data will define the future of food animal management To learn more or share feedback, reach out at info@agrigates.io You can listen on Apple Podcast | Spotify

In this new format for the LiveStack Podcast, co-hosts Daniel Foy (Co-Founder & CEO of AgriGates) and Dr. Jim Reynolds (Veterinarian and Professor Emeritus in Livestock Welfare) kick off by introducing themselves and laying the foundation for a thoughtful, ongoing discussion on food animal welfare and the transformative role of technology. Jim shares his personal journey from practicing dairy and beef medicine in California to becoming a board-certified expert in animal welfare, emphasizing that good veterinary care is inseparable from understanding animals’ physical and mental well-being. Daniel reflects on how early work in food tech and livestock wearables sparked his interest in the power of behavioral metrics for deeper insight into welfare and individual animal care. Together, they explore: The evolution of animal welfare as a scientific and ethical discipline Definitions of welfare, including the shift from avoiding harm (Five Freedoms) to promoting positive states (Five Domains) How sensor systems and AI can improve the consistency and objectivity of welfare assessments on farms Why consumer demand and ethical expectations are shaping the future of livestock production The challenges of translating human observation into digital systems that are scalable, reliable, and actionable Opportunities for producers to adopt tech-enabled welfare systems as a pathway to healthier animals, better sustainability, and greater market trust The episode sets the tone for future conversations on welfare metrics, behavioral modeling, sensor standardization, and how the agri-tech ecosystem can align with the growing demand for transparency and ethical assurance in food systems. 🔊 Tune in to hear how “happy animals” could be the key to a healthier food system, better farm management, and stronger consumer confidence. Listeners are encouraged to send questions or topic suggestions to info@agrigates.io for future episodes.

In this episode, Daniel Foy and Jim Reynolds sit down with Matt Dobbs, CEO of AgSense, to explore the intersection of animal welfare, production efficiency, and agricultural technology. Matt, a veterinary surgeon and lawyer by training, shares his journey from clinical practice to leading AgSense, a UK-based AgriTech company focused on enhancing dairy cow welfare and sustainability.  The discussion begins with Matt’s background in veterinary care and his transition from treating individual animals to herd-level welfare strategies. He emphasizes how proactive health planning, rather than reactive treatments, has been a guiding principle in his career. The conversation then delves into how AgSense’s technology.   Jim and Daniel highlight the importance of moving beyond traditional metrics and incorporating the Five Domains Model, which evaluates an animal’s physical and emotional well-being. They discuss the need for standardized data collection, AI-driven insights, and cost-effective sensor technology to scale welfare monitoring across diverse farming systems.  Matt also addresses broader industry challenges, including labor shortages, farm consolidation, and the ethical responsibility of improving animal welfare while maintaining productivity. The conversation underscores how technology, when combined with strong ethical values, can drive sustainable improvements in livestock management. Matt shares AgSense’s global expansion, upcoming innovations in AI and environmental monitoring, and the importance of industry-wide collaboration.   Bio: Matthew Dobbs BVM&S, Cert CHP, DipLaw, ARAgS, MRCVS  A vet and lawyer, Matt has spent time in academia (University of Sydney and Royal Veterinary College) before founding Westpoint Veterinary Group. He is a Nuffield Scholar, recipient of the Bullock Award and the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in Agriculture, and an Associate of the Royal Agricultural Societies.  Matt is the founder & CEO of vision-based livestock monitoring AgTech business AgSense, chair of the MWI Clinical Advisory Board, and the Digital Practice Lead for Stonehaven Consultancy. He also founded and chairs multiple digital businesses, including FarmLaw.co.uk, HeckinGood, VetYou, and Animal Health Angels. 

Welcome to Episode 21 of the LiveStack Podcast! In this episode, we dive into insights from three pivotal conferences held in Italy this summer: the Welfare Assessment of Animals at the Farm Level (WAFL), the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP), and the EU Precision Livestock Farming (EU-PLF) conference. The discussion centers around advancements in agritech, the development of data standards, and how these innovations are driving improvements in food animal welfare. Joining Daniel Foy, Co-Founder and CEO of AgriGates, are three incredible guests with diverse backgrounds and expertise in animal welfare and precision livestock farming (PLF): Sky (Kehan) Sheng: A PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia’s Animal Welfare Program, Sky’s research intersects animal welfare science and data science within PLF. Her work focuses on advancing automated methods for dairy cow behavior assessment, developing systems for lameness detection, and establishing behavioral baselines using sensor data to enhance animal care and monitoring. Adrien Lebreton: Adrien’s passion for livestock farming stems from his upbringing in Normandy, France. With a background as an agricultural engineer specializing in Animal Science, Adrien has explored cutting-edge technologies such as 3D imaging for phenotyping and AI models for grazing traceability. Now at the French Livestock Institute (Idele), he continues to push the boundaries of PLF for outdoor ruminants, integrating technologies like GNSS collars, virtual fencing, and drones. Michael Odintsov Vaintrub: Michael combines his veterinary training and expertise in preventive medicine with a passion for integrating PLF technologies into small-scale and extensive farming systems. As co-founder of the start-up Regrowth, he develops modular PLF systems tailored for farms in marginal areas. Michael’s interdisciplinary approach spans animal health, welfare, soil science, and agroecology, which he implements at “The Green Pearl,” his agroecological demo farm in Teramo, Italy. This episode is packed with thoughtful discussion on how cutting-edge research and technology are shaping the future of animal welfare and sustainable farming practices. Stay informed and inspired—tune in to Episode 21 of the LiveStack Podcast, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

Welcome to Episode 20 of the LiveStack Podcast! As we wrap up Cybersecurity Month, we’re bringing you key insights and actionable tips to strengthen your digital defenses on the farm. This month, Daniel is joined by Dr. Lucas Alcantara, an expert in agricultural data management and security. Lucas holds a Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics and serves as Research Centre Data Manager at the University of Guelph's, where he leads data architecture initiatives under the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance. With years of experience in designing secure, data-driven systems, Dr. Alcantara specializes in streamlining research data integration, deploying customized systems, and building secure applications for research data access. In this episode, we’ll cover: Basic steps farmers can take to protect their operations from cyber threats. How the 80/20 Rule applies to cybersecurity efforts. A real-life phishing scenario relevant to agricultural settings. Practical response strategies for handling cybersecurity incidents. Key tips for data managers in agriculture to ensure ongoing data security. Stay informed and prepared by tuning in to this essential episode on the LiveStack Podcast, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Welcome to Episode 19 of the LiveStack Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the intriguing world of agricultural data with a discussion titled “The Three Seasons of Agriculture Data: Shall We Talk About the Fourth One? The Value of Data.” Joining us are three exceptional doctoral candidates from the EnTrust Doctoral Network, who bring fresh perspectives on the value of data in agriculture. These guests participated in the Innovation Value Institute (IVI) Summit at Maynooth University in June 2024. Our guests today include: Erica Tegolo, currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the School of Business, National University of Ireland Maynooth (NUIM). Erica’s research focuses on developing fair data exploitation principles and frameworks, as part of the EnTrust Doctoral Network. Her host organization is Teagasc, the Agriculture and Food Authority of Ireland, where she is based in the Rural Economy and Development Program (REDP). Leidiane da Silva, who holds a B.Sc. in business administration from the Universidade Paulista, Brazil, and an M.Sc. in business analytics from NUIM. Leidiane is part of the EnTrust Ph.D. program and works at Airfield Estate’s education and research office. Her research interests include data quality, trustworthiness, machine learning techniques, and agri-data. Fjolla Berisha, who completed her Bachelor’s and Master’s in Computer Engineering at the University of Prishtina and worked as a teaching assistant in computer science. She’s currently pursuing her Ph.D. at NUIM, focusing on digital data ownership and is the author of a scientific paper on neural network algorithms in recommender systems. Together, we explore how their research and experiences intersect with the evolving landscape of agricultural data, the challenges surrounding its ownership, and the value that can be unlocked through innovation in this space. Tune in to discover how these data experts are shaping the future of agricultural data—and what the mysterious “fourth season” might hold! Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion! Tune in online or subscribe to the LiveStack Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Welcome to Episode 18 of the LiveStack Podcast! In this special episode, we’re thrilled to introduce AgNotate, our cutting-edge machine-learning software designed to revolutionize the way researchers and companies annotate animal behavior, events, and welfare indicators.  AgNotate streamlines the data annotation process, saving valuable time while enhancing the welfare and health of food animals in complex agricultural settings. This innovative tool is a game-changer for the industry, and we're excited to dive into its development and potential impact.  Joining us in this episode are key members of the AgriGates engineering team who were instrumental in bringing AgNotate to life:  Forest Valentine – System Integration Engineer  Matthew Brause – Mathematician, ML, and Backend Engineer  Eric Sobczak – Embedded Systems Engineer  They are accompanied by Daniel Foy, Co-Founder and CEO of AgriGates, to discuss the challenges, innovations, and future impact of AgNotate on food animal agriculture.  If you're eager to learn more about AgNotate, please visit the contact section of the AgriGates website or email us at info@agrigates.io. We’ll be sharing updates on when and how you can access AgNotate once it launches to the general public in September.  Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion! Tune in online or subscribe to the LiveStack Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 

Welcome to Episode 17 of the LiveStack podcast.   Alana Lee joins Daniel (Co-founder and CEO of AgriGates) in this month's episode. Alana is a student at Texas A&M University, where she is completing her bachelor's degree in animal science. With a background in beef production, Alana discovered her passion for dairy cattle as a freshman at TAMU. During her time as an undergraduate, she has participated in numerous research opportunities, including projects related to Mastitis treatment, nutrition trials, and, of course, her research internship with AgriGates on Mapping AgriTech Software and Hardware in Food Animal Agriculture. During her time at AgriGates, Alana has deeply expanded her knowledge and experience of precision technology by researching the global landscape of AgriTech products and understanding the value of technology within agriculture. To cap off her internship project and use collected data, Alana developed and presented a poster at the High Plains Dairy 2024 conference in Texas that is discussed in this month's podcast. You can also find out more about the High Plains Dairy Conference poster here Upon graduation in May 2024, Alana will enter her master’s program at Penn State University under Dr. Melissa Cantor to continue researching Precision Dairy Technology. She hopes to pursue a career in research and development of AgriTech products. Tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for an insightful discussion on the future of AgriTech in food animal agriculture.  

Welcome to Episode 16 of the Livestock podcast, where in this episode, we explore “The Kipster Journey: Welfare and AgriTech in Poultry Farming." Our guest joining us for this episode is Ruud Zanders, the founding partner at Kiptster. Kipster is a Revolutionary Vision for Modern Farming. Building the most animal-friendly and environmentally-friendly poultry farm in the world.  This is an important issue people face, in how we will feed the growing world’s population in a fair way—without overexploiting nature and excluding people.  He is joined by Dr. Jim Reynolds, an AgriGates team member and Professor of large animal medicine and Welfare at Western University, College of Veterinary Medicine in Pomona, California, and Daniel Foy, Co-Founder and CEO of AgriGates. Don't miss out on this discussion! You can now tune in online or subscribe to the LiveStack podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Welcome to Episode 15 of the Livestock podcast, where we will discuss Data awareness in Dairy and at the Farm Level. Joining this Episode with Daniel is Dr Liliana Fadul. Dr Fadul is an animal scientist currently working as a Data analyst for Lactanet, Montreal, Canada. Liliana completed her Ph.D. at Université Laval (Quebec, Canada). There, she recognized the potential use of data science techniques to help identify problems and offer solutions in the Animal Science field. Learning and exploring these applied techniques, particularly in dairy farms, became her true passion. Liliana was part of the Dairy Brain project team, led by Dr Victor Cabrera (Department of Animal and Dairy Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison), where she started exploring data governance in the dairy farm industry and encountered that there is a need to raise awareness among farmers and create an environment that enhances sharing ensuring data governance and transparency. At Lactanet Liliana uses different types of data to develop tools using advanced analytics (i.e., artificial intelligence) that can help the holistic management of dairy farms. Daniel Foy, Co-Founder & CEO at AgriGates, and Dr. Liliana Fadul from Lactanet, have collaborated for over five years on various projects, starting at the Dairy Brain at UW Madison and continuing with podcasts and group sessions on data ownership, infrastructure, and quality on dairy farms. Their shared goal is to raise awareness and bring value to producers and their farm-level data in North America. Don't miss out on this discussion! You can now tune in or subscribe to the LiveStack podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Welcome to Episode 14 of the LiveStack podcast, where we discuss the International Committee for Animal Recording (ICAR) and Data Standards in Food Animal Agriculture. Joining Daniel in this episode by Marie-Agnes Mourot de Lathyle, who has taken up the role of ICAR Executive Director in the last five months. She has almost 15 years as CFO/COO for a membership global organization of market, social, opinion, data analytics professionals and researchers that was founded in 1947. This global trade association enabled Marie-Agnès to hone her competencies further whilst working for the general interests of an entire industry. Before this, Marie-Agnès worked for reputed global companies, representing innovative market leaders characterized by strong corporate cultures privileging customer excellence and 360° solutions delivery. She specializes in understanding people and inspiring growth and has a high level of expertise in Transformational Change Leadership, Strategy and its implementation, short-mid-long term, insights and analytics mindset, and Tech-Driven Automation. Her biggest passion is helping businesses transform and grow in profitable and purposeful ways by creating more inclusive and diverse environments, where personal choice and professional competence are the only barriers to success. Find more out about ICAR here – https://www.icar.org/ Don’t miss out on this discussion! 

Welcome to Episode 13 of the LiveStack podcast, where we dive deep into the world of "Food Animal AgriTech in the Keystone State." In this engaging conversation, we are thrilled to have Dr. Melissa Cantor, Assistant Professor of Precision Dairy Science at Pennsylvania State University, as our guest. Agriculture in Pennsylvania holds a significant place, contributing substantially to tax receipts. The state boasts a rich diversity of farms, and remarkably, 90% of their income is generated within a mere 20 miles of the farm. This presents a promising opportunity for Pennsylvania's producers in the digital age and in achieving sustainability. However, as we navigate the digital landscape, we must comprehend the distinct types and styles of farms while also delving into the intricacies of data aggregation, data quality, and its application for informed decision support. Beyond the farm, data ownership and data security have become paramount concerns In the interconnected world and farms today. To learn more about Dr. Cantor's groundbreaking work in this field, visit her profile here: https://animalscience.psu.edu/directory/mmc7081 Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion! Tune in now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to gain valuable insights into the exciting realm of Food Animal AgriTech in Pennsylvania.

Welcome to Episode 12 of the LiveStack podcast, where we will discuss “Food Animal Welfare Audits and AgriTech.” In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Matt Jones Vice President of Operations for Validus. In this episode of the LiveStack Podcast, Matt, Jim, and Daniel explore Food Animal welfare audits, and expectations from different parts of the supply chain and consumers, while finally discussing farm-level agritech and data in aiding in improved food animal welfare. Validus conducts audits for animal welfare, environment, feed mills, food safety, and worker care. Validus is also a certifying body for Safe Quality Foods (SQF) audits and completes audits for milk, meat, eggs, and feed mills. Matt is a certified auditor and instructor for Validus programs and is a certified auditor for the SQF program. He is responsible for working with the Senior Program Manager and Program Managers in the Audit Department to ensure clients’ needs are met, and that the division is meeting their goals. He is also responsible for the training and background of the auditors who conduct audits for Validus throughout the United States. As of March 2016, Validus is now a division of “Where Food Comes From”. Prior to becoming Vice President of Operations, Jones was the Senior Director of Audits. He started with Validus working on the On-Farm Assessment and Environmental Review (OFAER) Program as a Program Manager. Jones has been with Validus since 2003. Jones is a graduate of Iowa State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science. Matt and his family live on a small acreage near Lynnville, Iowa. Read more about Validus here –https://www.validusservices.com/ Don’t miss out on this enriching discussion! You can now tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

Welcome to Episode 11 of the LiveStack podcast, where we discuss all things Precision Livestock Farming and AgriTech research from the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP) 2023 conference in Lyon France. In this episode, Daniel Foy is delighted to be joined by Dr. Michael Odintsov Vaintrub, COO and Co-founder at Regrowth, Italy, and Adrien Lebreton, PLF project manager at the Institut de l'Élevage France. In this episode of the LiveStack Podcast, collectively, we discuss the presentation and research at this year’s EAAP conference that is based on AgriTech, what we liked and what stood out to us while contemplating next year’s topics and some of the research we would like to see. Find more out about the EAAP PLF commission here - https://www.eaap.org/study-commissions/precision-livestock-farming/#:~:text=The%20PLF%20study%20commission%20will%20explore%20pathways%20to,world%20and%20will%20help%20to%20keep%20this%20level. Don't miss out on this discussion! You can now tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Welcome to Episode 10 of the LiveStack podcast, where we delve into ‘Dairy Calves and AgriTech.’ In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by Dr. Melissa Cantor, Assistant Professor of Precision Dairy Science at Pennsylvania State University. Dr. Cantor spearheads an extramurally funded research initiative focused on harnessing data from precision technologies to improve decision-making and enhance the lives of dairy animals. Dr. Cantor engages with Pennsylvania dairy producers through the Penn State Extension Dairy Team, underscoring her commitment to fostering an inclusive program. This program zeroes in on vital topics like dairy calf and heifer management alongside effective adoption and utilization of on-farm precision technologies. Read more about Dr. Cantor’s work here – Melissa Cantor — Directory — Department of Animal Science (psu.edu) In this episode of the LiveStack Podcast, we traverse the landscape of dairy calf research and AgriTech, delving into new and novel techniques. Our conversation spotlights the myriad possibilities for elevating calf health outcomes. Don’t miss out on this enriching discussion! You can now tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.