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The Internet of Sheep: WiFi-connected flock to eat grass and transmit data

2015-02-19 13:35:55| Wireless - Topix.net

You may have heard of the Internet of Things -- the idea that eventually all physical objects could communicate data over the internet to other connected devices. Already many devices in cities -- from automobiles to thermostats -- communicate information to operators, manufacturers and consumers via the internet about their status.

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Wifi-enabled SHEEP to help connect rural Wales - turning muddy fields ...

2015-02-12 15:28:02| Wireless - Topix.net

The aim is to connect everything from sheep to riverbanks to allow the countryside of Conwy to enjoy the digital revolution. Digital collars could track animals, soil sensors warn of erosion, riverbank devices give flooding alerts and even badger tags provide an early warning system for bovine TB.

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South Australian producers to benefit from short supply of both cattle and sheep in 2015

2015-01-01 03:07:06| Livestock - Topix.net

South Australian beef and lamb producers will continue to benefit from a tight supply in 2015, according to a livestock industry veteran. Massive slaughter numbers for both cattle and sheep, as well as ongoing dry conditions in key production areas around Australia, have significantly reduced herd and flock numbers.

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Mass sheep death on export plane

2014-10-07 11:54:56| Airlines - Topix.net

The death of 174 sheep, believed to be from WA, on an export cargo plane due to a ventilation failure is being investigated by Singapore Airlines. The sheep were part of a 2000-head consignment travelling from Australia to Singapore last Thursday for the Korban festival - where goats, sheep, cows and camels are slaughtered on Eid Al-Adha day.

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