Precision Farming Dealer
Bridging the Gap to Agronomic Service, Part 2 • 4th Annual Precision Benchmark Study
At the center of the DOJ’s complaint are two high-speed planting technologies: Precision Planting’s “SpeedTube” and John Deere’s “ExactEmerge.” Both technologies move seed from planter hoppers into the furrow in a fast, controlled manner.
Must Read Free Ebooks
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- Precision Farming Dealer Q&A Series: Recruiting & Retaining the Next Generation of Precision Farming Specialist
- Capitalizing on Opportunities & Efficiencies with Remote Service Technology
- 2015 Precision Farming Dealer Benchmark Study Results (3rd Edition)
- Defining Precision Farming Opportunities, Revenue Streams & Job Descriptions
Resources
2017 Precision Farming Dealer Summit
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Poll
John Deere’s Attempted Acquisition Of Precision Planting
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Measuring & Meeting Customer Demand for Agronomic Services
Providing Comprehensive Service On the Phone & In the Field
Mixing Tradition & Transition to Maintain Precision Margins
UAVs
- Clarity & Challenges with New Drone Regulation
- Breaking Down the Impact of New Drone Law for Dealers
- senseFly Reveals New eBee SQ Drone for Agriculture
- Sentera Enables UAV Flight Planning that Exceeds Battery Life
- Clearer Skies for Commercial Drones
Videos
Tribine Harvester Drone Footage from Farm Progress 2016
Aerial footage of the Tribine from the harvesting field demos at the 2016 Farm Progress Show.
Solutions 360 and the Growth of the Precision Department
Scott Meldrum, integrated solutions manager for Van Wall Equipment, talks about the growth of the dealership's precision department. When Meldrum started working at Van Wall about 6 years ago, the dealership had 3 AMS specialists at 5 locations. In 2016, they now have 10 AMS specialists at 16 stores. They've also added agronomy positions to the Integrated Solutions department. Van Wall earned top honors in Farm Equipment's 2016 Dealership of the Year program.
Speeding Up the Pace of Precision Compatibility
David Smart, manager of systems engineering with John Deere, discusses the ongoing goals of the Agricultural Electronics Foundation's working group to develop a high-speed ISOBUS platform to increase bandwidth for plug-and-play connections of farm machinery.
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[Technology Corner] Organizations Collaborate to Improve Compatibility
Progress on developing true plug-and-play compatibility through ISOBUS connections has been ongoing, although at times, it’s an arduous process, especially in North America. But the collaboration of two independent organizations aiming to streamline equipment functionality could help accelerate the rate of progress.
PFD Features
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Identifying and Eliminating 'Gremlins' from Yield Monitor Data
Purdue University Extension explains why it's important to "clean" the yield data after harvest and some options for post-harvest processing. -
3 Technology Takeaways from the 2016 Farm Progress Show
While autonomous concept vehicles offered a glimpse into the future, simplicity and traditional precision products still attracted an audience. -
In Case You Missed It: Top 10 Precision Farming Stories from August 2016
At the top this month was about the recent announcement from AGCO regarding their new partnerships as they continues to expand its open approach to precision farming through new data connections and industry alliances to provide more robust solutions to its customers. -
Training Checklist Improves Productivity, Limits Errors for New Precision Hires
By taking a procedural approach, H&R Agri-Power is working toward making onboarding new precision staff more rewarding for employees and the dealership.
From the Virtual Terminal
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Case IH's Autonomous Tractor: What are the Legal Hurdles?
Case IH unveiled its first autonomous tractor concept at the Farm Progress Show. The machine looks great and Case IH is serious about testing the waters based upon their online survey, but from a lawyer's standpoint the big questions here are legal. -
Speed Kings: DOJ Suit Puts the Brakes on High Speed Planting Merger
At the center of the DOJ’s complaint are two high-speed planting technologies: Precision Planting’s “SpeedTube” and John Deere’s “ExactEmerge.” Both technologies move seed from planter hoppers into the furrow in a fast, controlled manner. -
A Foreshadowing of Future Ag Consolidation?
While navigating this year’s Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, news broke that the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to block John Deere’s acquisition of Precision Planting from the Monsanto., the parent company of Climate Corp. -
Are You Making Good on Agronomic Advice?
Seeking a solution to a troublesome home improvement project, I recently solicited advice from a variety of “experts” to determine the best course of action. While each source offered a different recommendation, the one I was most confident in deploying was from a company that guaranteed its solution.
Precision Farming Dealer Podcast
Taking the Pulse of Precision Farming’s Growth Potential
In the ninth episode of the Precision Farming Dealer Podcast series brought to you by Farmers Edge, we share excerpts from company conversations conducted at this year’s Farm Progress Show, taking the temperature of the precision farming industry.
Also in this series:
• Adding Agronomic Service to Your Precision Business
• Debating the Progress, Practicality and Potential of Autonomous Vehicles in Ag
• Getting to Know Your Market for Data Management Service
• Taking Calculated Chances to Build Your Precision Business
The Precision Farming Dealer Podcast is brought to you by Farmers Edge.
Farmers Edge, your partner in providing precision agriculture and independent data management solutions for your customers.
Top Directory Listings
Ivy Tech Community College, Lafayette Campus
The college offers an associate degree in Applied Science in Agriculture (60 credit hours). Students enrolled in this program may specialize in precision farming technology by selecting up to 15 credit hours in this area and agriculture business, sales and agronomy.
Lake Region State College - Dakota Precision Ag Center
The college offers an AAS in Precision Agriculture and customized precision ag- related training for agricultural producers, insurance underwriters, equipment dealer and agricultural cooperative employees and others.
HTS Ag Precision Ag Solutions
Offering training on Ag Leader, Trimble, Reichhardt, Norac and Integris Systems in twice yearly customer training events (spring/fall). Also offering individual training opportunities on any HTS Ag products and SMS software, year round.
Reichhardt Electronic Innovations, Inc
Dealer technician and sales training available by appointment at Reichhardt Training Center or dealer location.
Most Valuable Dealership
Read about this year's winner:
For the 4th consecutive year, Precision Farming Dealer is sponsoring its “Most Valuable Dealership” awards program to recognize North America’s best precision farming dealers.
Dealers, manufacturers and others are invited to participate by nominating top dealers from across North America. There is no limit to the number of nominations that an individual can submit.
Product Roundups
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Strip-Tillage Product Roundup 2016
Check out the latest strip-tillage products from some of the industry's leading suppliers. -
Combine Headers Product Roundup 2016
Check out the latest combine headers from some of the industry's leading suppliers. -
Grain Handling & Storage Product Roundup 2016
Check out the latest grain handling and storage products from some of the industry's leading suppliers.
Top Store Items
2016 AEI Dealer Business Outlook and Trends - Farm Equipment Forecast (PDF)
Based on surveys from more than 300 North American dealers, not only does the 2016 Dealer Business Outlook & Trends forecast report give you a "from the trenches" look at what dealers see for equipment sales in the year ahead, but it also identifies trends for individual product sales growth. In 48 pages, the report breaks out the dealers' 2016 outlook by country, by region, by the equipment brand and by the size of their dealership. Learn more.
Pushing Up Profits With Precision Farming
Examine cutting edge precision farming practices including variable-rate seeding, precision spraying and implement steering to improve accuracy and maximize profit.
Precision Farming Dealer 1-Year Subscription (U.S.)
Precision Farming Dealer is the dealer’s source for precision farming technologies and their application. Dedicated to best practices for selling, servicing and supporting precision farming and the equipment that relies on precision technology. Paid print subscription.