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Applications for COWS&CODE 2026 are now closed, stay tuned for information on Cows&Code 2027 running in Australia
Cows&Code 2026 will be delivered by a dedicated team of globally recognised experts, who will work closely with participants throughout the five-day program to ensure a high-quality and engaging learning experience. This core team is complemented by guest lecturers, who will provide the latest insights on specialised topics.
Professor Ryan Reuter
Oklahoma State University
Ryan is an internationally recognised leader in precision technologies, specialising in the development, validation, and application of virtual fencing systems and sensor-based data analytics.
Professor Mark Trotter
Central Queensland University
Australia
Mark leads the Precision Livestock Management team at Central Queensland University and brings over 20 years of experience developing research-grade sensor systems. He is widely recognised for shaping innovative, sensor-based research initiatives and works closely with industry to achieve practical outcomes.
Emeritus Professor Derek
Bailey
New Mexico State University and Deep Well Ranch Arizona
With more than three decades of experience, Derek specialises in the practical application of sensor systems for livestock data collection, covering everything from development and deployment through to data analysis and experimental design.
Dr. Anita Chang
Central Queensland University
Australia
Anita is a recognised leader in on-animal sensor data analytics, with a strong focus on developing machine learning approaches to model animal behavior. She specialises in integrating multiple data streams, including accelerometer and GNSS, and building simulated real-time analytics frameworks.
Dr. Thomas Williams
Central Queensland University
Australia
Thom specialises in the development, evaluation, and implementation of sensor systems within the extensive beef industry. His experience spans both commercial and research systems, with expertise in accelerometer and GNSS data analysis.
Assistant Professor Jameson Brennan
South Dakota State University
Jamie specialises in precision livestock technologies, with a focus on GNSS data analysis to understand animal movement, behavior, and spatial patterns in production systems.
Andrew Antaya
South Dakota State University
Andrew specialises in managing and analysing complex ecological and grazing datasets, with a focus on integrating sensor, spatial, and behavioral data to support precision livestock and rangeland research.
Dr. Mason Henson
Oklahoma State University
Mason focuses on practical grazing management and translating precision technology data into actionable decisions in forage-based systems. Her experience bridges grazing management, ruminant nutrition, and the applied use of sensor and modelling tools.
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