1. Please briefly introduce yourself and your farm. How long have you been farming, and which crop production or livestock sectors are you involved in? Please describe the size and structural setup of your farm.
The founders of the farm, Anna Gulyás and Dániel Kaczkó, moved to Tardona in 2020. That's when we launched our enterprise. Dániel is an agricultural engineer specializing in livestock farming, and Anna is a mechanical engineer. Farming has been present in our families for generations, and we jointly decided to pursue a sustainable, regenerative farming approach.
Today, Horhos Völgy spans approximately 80 hectares and consists of hayfields, pastures, and wetland areas within Natura 2000 protected zones. It is a small, eco-certified family farm focused primarily on pasture-based animal husbandry.
Sectors:
- Carpathian Brown Cattle (meat, milk)
- Hungarian Merino Sheep (meat, wool)
- Poultry (eggs, meat)
- Waterfowl (meat, eggs, garden maintenance) – all animals are 100% pasture-raised
Farm size and structure: Approx. 80 hectares, with multiple livestock sectors, applying regenerative methods with a focus on biodiversity and landscape integration.
2. What motivated you to introduce digital technologies into your farming practices? Was there a specific event or challenge that led to this decision?
Two main factors motivate us: the lack of reliable labor and time management. We consciously integrate modern precision tools — aligning regenerative goals and sustainability with the precise understanding of animal health and behavior.
3. How has your farming background (e.g., previous farming practices) influenced your approach to adopting new technologies?
Our farming has always been characterized by a mix of traditional and regenerative elements, but our professional backgrounds have allowed us to accept and adapt to modern technologies — meaning our previous practices have actually encouraged us to embrace technological advancement.
4. What specific digital technologies and tools are currently used on your farm (e.g., precision agriculture tools, IoT devices, drones, sensors, etc.)?
- Physiological sensors that collect data on rumination, movement, feeding, and activity — they function similarly to smartwatches for humans. These are analyzed in cooperation with the ÖMKi Research Institute.
→ TruTest Active Collar - DATAMARS Livestock System - GPS trackers in the cows' ears — these record animal movement and grazing patterns, allowing us to determine which areas they prefer; the data is used to consciously develop pasture composition and grazing practices.
5. Could you share an example of how you use these tools in the daily operation of your farm? What are the most significant benefits you've experienced thanks to the digital tools used (e.g., increased efficiency, reduced environmental impact, easier decision-making)?
For example, we use GPS and sensor data together to monitor animal mobility and feeding behavior:
- We observe which areas they prefer to graze,
- We evaluate the pasture composition accordingly,
- And make decisions to develop grazing areas.
Main benefits:
- Increased efficiency – accurate behavioral and feeding data helps optimize herd placement and grazing rhythm,
- Reduced environmental impact – regenerative grazing improves soil health, increases biodiversity, and enhances ecological awareness,
- Easier and better-informed decision-making – enables a data-driven approach in grazing and herd management.
6. Have you encountered any challenges while introducing or using digital technologies in your farm? If yes, what were they and how were they resolved?
We haven't faced any significant challenges beyond the usual issues that come with implementation.
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