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:

Replacing Massive Equipment with Small-Scale Autonomy

Dave Krog, founder of Salin 247, steps into the AgEmerge Podcast spotlight with host Monte Bottens. Krog shares his ag origin story, from growing up on a family farm to pioneering autonomous planter prototypes in the field. Krog also discusses how his team is developing smart, electric implement frameworks that can switch between planting, spraying and other field tasks.

Tagging Along with a Case IH Precision Specialist

Bane-Welker precision specialist Austin Herr had his hands full last June helping customers maximize their efficiency in the field. Follow along in this installment of the Case IH dealer’s Day in the Life series!

Independent Dealer Gets Autonomy Crash Course

Orangeville, Ill.-based Baker Precision Planter Works is now a certified PTx Trimble OutRun dealer. Co-owner Chad Baker traveled to Phoenix for training, and according to this Facebook post, he’s set to host a summer demo day for the autonomous retrofit kit.

Precision Panel: Farmers Share Their See & Spray Numbers

Farmers Stetson Shreve and Alex Rock describe their experiences with John Deere See & Spray in this farm panel discussion hosted by 21st Century Equipment.

4 Economic Models Redefining Ag Retail

This Purdue University article explores the rapidly evolving ag retail landscape, breaking the business down into 4 models. “For decades, it was reasonable to describe agricultural retail as a relatively homogeneous activity in which retailers sold inputs, provided agronomic advice and competed locally. That description no longer fits. Revenue mix, governance structure, geographic footprint, service intensity and technology integration now vary widely, fundamentally redefining how value is created.”

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