CattleEye Triumphs at Dairy Dragons, Securing Top Innovation Award

CattleEye has emerged victorious at the prestigious 2024 Dairy Dragons competition, held as part of the Irish Farmers Journal Dairy Day in Cork. 

Founder Terry Canning won over the event’s panel of judges with his pitch, earning CattleEye the highest level of virtual investment and the coveted Dairy Day Innovation Trophy.

A Celebration of Dairy Innovation

The Dairy Dragons competition serves as a platform for showcasing the latest advancements in the dairy sector, bringing together innovators and industry leaders. This year, four companies presented their cutting-edge solutions to a panel of five judges – each a dairy farmer – who had €50,000 in virtual funds to invest. 

Game-Changing Solution

CattleEye’s innovative approach to dairy herd management stood out. The AI-powered, hardware-free system uses advanced video analytics to provide real-time insights into herd health, focusing on issues such as lameness detection and body condition scoring.

Unlike traditional systems that rely on wearable devices, CattleEye eliminates the need for costly hardware, offering a solution that is accessible, efficient, and scalable for farms of all sizes. By empowering farmers with actionable data, the technology helps reduce operational costs, improve animal welfare, and enhance overall farm productivity.

Key Benefits for Farmers

• Financial Savings: CattleEye’s system can save farms up to £175/€210 per cow annually by addressing lameness and optimising body condition.
• Lameness Reduction: When combined with effective foot-trimming practices, the technology can cut lameness rates, ensuring healthier, more productive herds.
• Sustainability: Improved herd health leads to more efficient resource use, supporting farmers in meeting environmental compliance standards.
• Ease of Use: With no need for wearable devices, the system offers a low-maintenance solution that seamlessly integrates into farm operations.

A Vision for the Future

Speaking about the win, Terry Canning highlighted the mission behind CattleEye – to revolutionise dairy farming by leveraging AI to deliver measurable results. 

“This recognition is a testament to the impact our technology can have on the industry. We’re dedicated to helping farmers achieve more sustainable and profitable operations,” he said.

Your Opportunity to Save and Succeed

If you’re ready to see how this technology can transform your farm, reach out to find out more.

📩 Contact Us Today: Discover how CattleEye can help you reduce costs, improve herd health, and enhance sustainability. Schedule a consultation with our team to explore the future of farming.

[Pic Caption: CattleEye, an AI-powered monitoring solution for dairy herds, secured the highest level of virtual investment at the Dairy Dragons competition during this year’s Irish Farmers Journal Dairy Day]