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Tech is Changing Farming Today

Technology is changing farming. Farmers use apps and machines to help with cows and crops.

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Technology is changing farming in many ways. Farmers are using apps and machines to help them manage their farms. One app, CattleEye, helps farmers the health of their cows. It uses a camera to watch the cows and find any health problems early. This helps farmers take care of their cows before they get sick. Another farmer uses a robotic milking machine. The cows can choose when to be milked, which makes the process more . This technology helps farmers improve their . With better tools, farmers can also make their farms more . They can produce more milk and keep their cows happy, which is good for both the cows and the farmers.

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Grammar in this story

“This technology helps farmers improve their productivity.”

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Key vocabulary

  • monitor verb

    To watch and check something over time.

    “Teachers monitor student progress to help them improve.”

  • efficient adjective

    Working well without wasting time or resources.

    “A good plan can make a team more efficient.”

  • productivity noun

    The rate at which goods are produced or work is completed.

    “Increasing productivity can help businesses grow.”

  • sustainable adjective

    Able to be maintained without harming the environment.

    “Using solar energy is a sustainable choice for the planet.”

  • algorithm noun

    A set of rules or calculations used to solve problems.

    “The search engine uses a complex algorithm to find results.”

Quick quiz

01What is the main idea of the article?

02What does 'monitor' mean in the text?

03What does the CattleEye app do?

04What is a robotic milking machine?

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Discussion

What do you think about the use of technology in farming? In your answer, use the words 'efficient' and 'sustainable'.