Archive for 2017
Outstanding AIFST 50 Year Anniversary JR Vickery Presentation!
It is always a pleasure to hear Barry Irvine present and last Tuesday was no exception when he gave the JR Vickery address at the recent “Future of Food” Convention in Sydney held by the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology. When Barry took over as Chairman of Bega Cheese around the turn of…
Read MoreAgricultural Engineering To Play Crucial Role In The Digital Revolution Underway In Australian Agriculture.
By Dr. Ray Johnson, Managing Director, Agricultural Appointments. Agricultural engineers have a bigger role to play now that traditional farming methods are being integrated with technology. There is little doubt that we are at an epoch where agricultural science and engineering are coming together like never before to drive the digital revolution in Australian agriculture.…
Read MoreSTEM Skills Required To Drive The Digital Revolution In Australian Agriculture
By Dr. Ray Johnson, Managing Director, Agricultural Appointments. Employers now are more interested in people who possess more than just academic qualifications. They appreciate someone who is able to use his analytical skills to solve problems using science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). As the agricultural sector continues in the digital revolution referred to previously…
Read MoreHighly successful and professionally run convention, supported by 5000 visitors. Great networking event, looking forward to next year!
High Technology In Agriculture Creates Changing Trends In Recruitment.
By Dr Ray Johnson, Managing Director Agricultural Appointments Agriculture is now undergoing its third major revolution from mechanical and scientific revolutions into the digital agriculture revolution. The sector has seen the introduction of modern tools used including moisture precision sensors, mobile apps, soil sensors, use of GPS and advanced software. The use of digital agriculture…
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