Precision Farming Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of our great agricultural industry. Here is our favorite content from the past week:

A Farmer’s Take on Autonomy

Edgar, Wis., farmer Michael DeJong joins the Riesterer & Schnell crew for a candid conversation about the practicality and potential of autonomy and other cutting-edge precision technologies.

Killing Weeds … With Vegetable Oil?!

Our associate editor Mackane Vogel spent the week at the FIRA robotics conference in Sacramento, Calif. You never know what you’re going to see at FIRA. Check out this video of a machine that targets and kills weeds with vegetable oil! Stay tuned for more sights and sounds from FIRA in the coming days.

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How Soil Testing is Evolving into ‘Predictive Agronomy’

Here’s an interesting read from No-Till Farmer. Dan Crummett, also known as the G.O.A.T., explores new technology and data-driven methods that are changing the game for soil testing. “While still important, the days of traditional soil sampling for nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K) sulfur (S) and micronutrients as a single agronomic best management practice are rapidly fading, experts say. What’s taking its place, however, promises far better precision nutrient management and timely, actionable in-season decision-making information.”

Meet 2025 John Deere Technician of the Year Territory Champion: Trenton Adams

Heritage Tractor tech Trenton Adams has been named a Territory Champion for the 2025 John Deere Technician of the Year Award. Has one of your technicians earned similar recognition? Let me know at [email protected]!

Nebraska Precision Ag Conference Gets Back to Basics

KTIC has the scoop on the second annual Nebraska Precision Agriculture Conference, taking place Nov. 21 in Grand Island, Neb. This year’s theme is “Getting Back to Basics.” The conference is co-hosted by the Univ. of Nebraska Extension and the Nebraska GIS/LIS Association.

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