In this episode, Dr. Jeffrey Bewley from Holstein Association USA visits with host Kimmi Devaney about the opportunities and limitations of utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in the dairy industry.


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Season 6, Episode 29


Here’s a breakdown of the episode:

  • [~0:55] About Bewley’s background
  • [~1:30] What is AI and machine learning? 
  • [~4:00] Current uses in the dairy industry
  • [~6:15] AI’s role in on-farm automation 
  • [~6:40] Utilizing AI to look at old data in new ways 
  • [~10:05] Tips for managing information overload 
  • [~14:55] Recommended “maintenance” for optimizing AI capabilities
  • [~16:40] Questions dairy producers should ask when considering AI
  • [~18:25] What’s on the horizon with AI in dairy?
  • [~19:15] When to proceed with caution when using AI on the farm 
  • [~21:20] AI applications in the crop industry
  • [~22:15] Key takeaways about AI that dairy producers should know
  • [~23:25] Rapid-fire questions


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