{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Digging In with UFA","title":"Digging In with UFA - Data Centres and AI Expansion: The Future of Farmland Part 2","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1296,"description":"As we continue our conversation on AI, Data Centres and Agriculture in Western Canada and what AI usage looks like for both the consumer and the farmer, we dig in a little further on resource allocation and consequence. Our guests David Gerhard and Robert Saik look at the realistic fears presented by those most affected and long-term predictions on how data centres will affect rural communities, Western Canada’s economy, and the industry at large.\nIs there enough water to allocate between new data centre usage and the expansive agricultural industry? What does addressing realistic fears from industry leaders and the farmers most affected look like and how do we square the circle of a booming industry? What does the future of AI hold for farmers and their land? On this episode we continue to dig in on AI, Data Centres and Agriculture.\n\nMeet Our Guests\n\nDavid Gerhard: Head of Computer Science University of Manitoba \n\nDr. David Gerhard is Professor and Head of Computer Science at the University of Manitoba. With more than two decades of experience in technology, education, and research, he specializes in artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and human-computer interaction. Known for making complex technology topics accessible and engaging, David is a sought-after speaker who helps people understand how emerging technologies are shaping the way we live, work, and learn. David brings a grounded perspective on tech advancements to people from all different walks of life. Between TED talks and media coverage on savvy social media consumption, David connects with people in a real and approachable way.\n \nRobert Saik: Professional Agrologist and CEO of T1 Technology Corporation\n\nRobert Saik is a distinguished agrologist, entrepreneur, and international consultant with over forty years of experience in the agriculture industry. In 2021, he was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 Most Influential Agriculture Leaders and one of Canada’s Top 10 Ag Mentors. He is the...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/ODB7TmynpgaU_E05SvgHgF0K2fA_m55zUjey1VqRfbY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jYjFm/MzU4ZWM5NDg4NTAz/MDJjMGMyNTBmYjUx/MmJlNS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}