The LiveStack Podcast/ Episode 20: Safeguarding the Farm - Essential Cybersecurity for Agriculture with Dr. Lucas Alcantara

Welcome to Episode 20 of the LiveStack Podcast!

As we wrap up Cybersecurity Month, we’re bringing you key insights and actionable tips to strengthen your digital defenses on the farm. This month, Daniel is joined by Dr. Lucas Alcantara, an expert in agricultural data management and security. Lucas holds a Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics and serves as Research Centre Data Manager at the University of Guelph's, where he leads data architecture initiatives under the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance. With years of experience in designing secure, data-driven systems, Dr. Alcantara specializes in streamlining research data integration, deploying customized systems, and building secure applications for research data access.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• Basic steps farmers can take to protect their operations from cyber threats.
• How the 80/20 Rule applies to cybersecurity efforts.
• A real-life phishing scenario relevant to agricultural settings.
• Practical response strategies for handling cybersecurity incidents.
• Key tips for data managers in agriculture to ensure ongoing data security.

Stay informed and prepared by tuning in to this essential episode on the LiveStack Podcast, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.