Thanks to an innovative new surveillance system, it's going to be a lot easier to keep watch over the old family farm, at least if you live in Finland. ASAN Security Technologies has joined forces with the Finnish Data Processing Centre Ltd. to develop the system which is designed specifically for professional use in farming.
With the Bio-Terrorism Act demanding stricter adherence to food product traceability standards, companies such as Chase Farms in Walkerville, Mich. are turning to IP surveillance as a way to closely monitor operations. Chase Farms, one of the largest vegetable processors in the Eastern United States, has installed an IP surveillance system that utilizes megapixel network cameras from Axis Communications along with IP video management software from Milestone.
The Three Counties Fairground, located in Worcester, England, recently installed an IP-based video surveillance system to prevent vandalism and cut down on criminal activity. The Showground, which hosts horticulture shows throughout the year, will also use the surveillance system to protect plants, machinery, and livestock. The components of the IP surveillance solution include Axis 2130 and Axis 213 network cameras, along with Milestone XProtect video management software.
A farm in South Africa recently deployed a new surveillance system using Vivotek SD7151 speed dome IP cameras. Farmers in that region are particularly susceptible to crime especially theft of livestock from poachers. The farm had previously attempted to set up a surveillance system using wired CCTV equipment, but the complicated installation, hefty amounts of cable, and large expense soon had farm operators looking for another solution.
Monitoring your agriculture business is a smart way to minimize loss and maximize profits. Installing farm security cameras helps you keep an eye on what’s going on when you can’t be there. For instance, you can keep up on the weather and check in on water sources, farm workers and animals.