Technology from Farm to Table
Farm Automation
Visibility of the environment is essential for every farming industry, from agriculture to aquaculture. Natural factors such as the weather (drought) and ecological events (algae bloom), cannot be controlled. Farms can only improve their response time to these events by adopting monitoring systems.
Operations on the farm typically involves manual labor and many of these operations can be automated with technology and AI. Most farmers are still using manual methods for their farm activities such as tracking of fish growth and mortality rates.
Food Safety
Globally, food safety is crucial due to the intricate food supply chain. Governments and organizations enforce high standards through regulations, inspections, and monitoring to prevent foodborne illnesses and safeguard public health. Effective practices are key to managing risks in food production and distribution.
IoT technology enhances food safety with real-time monitoring of storage and transport conditions. Sensors track temperature and humidity, ensuring food safety and quality. Immediate detection of deviations allows for prompt corrective actions, maintaining high standards across the supply chain.
AIoT-Based Technology
The Fish Famer developed a solution using IoT and AI technologies to farm and operate efficiently.
One of the biggest hurdles in fish farming is maintaining optimal water quality, in our Lim Chu Kang and Changi farms with low dissolved oxygen. To address this challenge, we developed FarmLink AIoT. FarmLink consists of both IoT and AI technology with the objective of digitizing operation on the farm and through the cold chain.
Technology for Farm
Water Quality Monitoring
The system employs sensors placed around the farms to continuously monitor key environmental parameters such as dissolved oxygen levels, acidity and turbidity levels, oxidation reduction potential, barometric pressure and water temperature. Real-time data from these sensors is transmitted to a central digital dashboard accessible to our farmers, allowing for proactive management of water quality. When fluctuations in dissolved oxygen are detected, the system alerts farmers to take immediate action, such as activating aerators and pumps to optimize fish health.
Growth Tracking & Fish Counting
The AI-based technology allows farmers to record videos of fish swimming through nets, which are then analyzed by the AI software to automatically count fish numbers and estimate fish weight and length. This not only streamlines fish inventory management but also helps monitor fish health and growth more effectively.
Technology for Cold Chain
Temperature & Power Monitoring
Moreover, we also utilize an IoT technology for remote temperature monitoring in our cold rooms and chillers. Our top priority is ensuring the integrity and quality of our goods while they are stored in the cold rooms & chillers and during delivery to our valuable customers. With this technology, we can ensure integrity and quality of our goods, minimizing the risk of spoilage due to temperature fluctuations.
“The most important reason why MWI’s temperature monitoring system is good is because we receive real time alert when temperature is high. It helps us to take immediate action to check and resolve the problem quickly so that we can prevent any damage of equipment or loss of goods. We can also remotely check the real time temperature data of our cold room and freezers.” said Evonne Chow, The Fish Farmer’s Cold Room Operation Executive.
Our commitment to innovation and sustainability is evident as we embrace new and upcoming technologies. By harnessing IoT solutions, we are not only improving operational efficiency but also empowering our farmers to focus on more value-added tasks. The Fish Farmer’s strategic use of IoT technology exemplifies our dedication to excellence and innovation in aquaculture. By integrating IoT solutions into our operations, we are on our way towards a more efficient and sustainable future for fish farming in Singapore.
