Grainswest - Tech 2026

Tech 2026 Grains West 4 FEATURES COLUMNS New molecular tools improve wireworm identification Digital platform to speed implementation of ag research New pest research shows promise in the fight against wireworm AIVA Network drives adoption of new farm tools New equipment and software improves operations Research and resources contribute to better agronomics NEW AND INTERESTING DEVELOPMENTS IN AG 42 44 47 48 49 45 46 HEAD OF THE CLASS Online course distills practical insights from data overload THE MALTHOUSE Industry explores potential of new hulless barley varieties POLICY PLACE Scheduled research site closures confirm GGC warning correct MARKET MONITOR AI may prove irresistible for rural businesses GRAIN SCIENCE NEWS Wheat gene discovery multiplies hope for greater yield FROM LAB TO FIELD Measure, monitor and manage with the OCASH Tool CEREALS CORNER Demand builds for Canadian cere- als in emerging markets Ag tech roundup Farm equipment development moves in new directions // BY IAN DOIG // 22 32 38 Prompt service Rise of AI in agriculture raises questions, presents opportunities // BY TREVOR BACQUE // Practical automation European ag event features equipment innovations headed for Canada // BY MELANIE EPP // 20 The Romanowskis Meet your farm neighbours // PHOTO BY ANTHONY HOULE PHOTOGRAPHY // CONTENTS THE FARMGATE On the cover: The rise of AI in agriculture raises questions, presents opportunities. Illustration by Serena Tang.