Digitization in dairy farming: Symposium in Rendsburg

Digitization in dairy farming: Symposium in Rendsburg

In today's world, in which digitization entirely penetrates all areas of life, agriculture is no exception. Dairy farming in Schleswig-Holstein is at the center of an innovative project that wants to initiate change in one of the most traditional economic sectors. On August 30th there is a symposium that deals with the progress and the implementation of digitization on test companies in the region.

The symposium begins at 2 p.m. in the meeting room of the Schleswig-Holstein Agricultural Chamber in Rendsburg. Participation is free of charge for everyone interested. Similar events could help increase interest and knowledge about modern methods in agriculture. Further information about the project can be found on the website www.rindfornet.uni-kiel.de, where future developments and changes are also in focus.

innovation through digitization

The Rindfornet_SH project pursues the goal of researching and implementing modern approaches to digitization in milk production. This includes various areas that are important for milk producers. The focus is on digital pasture management, which is supposed to make the use of willow more efficiently, as well as the climate remedy that is intended to help minimize its ecological footprint. Another central element is digital monitoring of udder health. These technologies could help monitor and promote the health of the animals, which not only entails ethical but also economic advantages.

The tasks and challenges with which farmers are faced with are complex. The aim of the project is not only to gain theoretical knowledge, but also to convert it to agricultural practice. The project partners, including the Christian Albrechts University in Kiel, work together, the Thünen Institute, the Max-Rubner Institute and the Schleswig-Holstein Chamber of Agriculture, to take into account various forms of land from dairy farming. This cooperation stands for an interdisciplinary approach that promotes the transferability of the research results to different companies across Germany.

An important aspect of digitization in agriculture is to draw the farmers in Schleswig-Holstein aware of new technologies and solutions. This could be particularly advantageous for smaller companies, as they often have difficulty adapting to the fast change. The events such as the symposium try to enable the transfer of knowledge and to inform the affected farmers.

a step into the future

The importance of the Rindfornet_SH project should not be underestimated. In view of the challenges that climate change for agriculture brings, the development and implementation of digital solutions is urgently required. These measures could not only lead to ecological improvements, but also help to reduce production costs and increase efficiency. A clever investment in digital technologies could reindeer for the dairy farmers in the long term.

The symposium on August 30 will not only be an information event, but could also serve as a platform to develop new ideas and bring the interest groups together. The digitization measures as part of the project could become the basis for future technologies in agriculture and play a pioneering role. A look at the future of dairy farming shows that innovation and tradition can go hand in hand to create sustainable solutions for modern agricultural beings.

The highly increasing interest in this topic underlines how important it is to rethink agriculture in the digital age. The following generations will be dependent on such solutions in order to be able to survive in a constantly changing world.

background information on dairy farming in Schleswig-Holstein

Dilk cattle farm has a long tradition in Schleswig-Holstein and is a central part of the region's agriculture. Schleswig-Holstein is one of the leading federal states in Germany when it comes to milk production. The sector is not only important for the regional economy, but also contributes significantly to national milk supply. About 15% of total German milk production come from Schleswig-Holstein, which underlines the importance of the industry.

In recent years, the sector has suffered greatly from the pressure of price fluctuations and the increasing production costs. However, digital technologies offer new opportunities for increasing efficiency and improving competitiveness. Therefore, the Rindfornet_SH project is particularly relevant to help farmers integrate innovative digital solutions into their businesses and thus not only work economically but also ecologically sustainable.

statistics on digitization in agriculture

According to the current “digitization strategy agriculture” of the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL), over 60% of farmers in Germany are interested in introducing digital technologies on their companies. A survey within the framework of this strategy shows that interest in digital solutions, in particular to improve animal welfare and efficiency, grows rapidly.

In addition, scientific studies support the assumption that digital technologies in agriculture can lead to a significant increase in productivity. For example, a study carried out by the University of Göttingen showed that companies that implemented digital solutions require an average of 20% fewer resources for the same amount of production. A more sustainable practice, which is also important in dairy farming, is thus promoted by such technologies.

This data supports the relevance of projects such as Rindfornet_sh that help farmers to make their businesses future -proof through digital transformation.