The South Dakota Board of Regents this week approved a new undergraduate degree program in precision agriculture at South Dakota State University, while making adjustments to several other academic programs at the Brookings, S.D., campus to better reflect emerging employment trends.
We recently had the chance to gather members of our editorial advisory board for a casual dinner meeting in Indianapolis. During 3 courses and more than 2 of hours of stimulating conversation, we touched on some of the topical challenges and opportunities each are facing within the industry today.
During busy seasons when Nathan Zimmerman, precision farming manager with A.C. McCartney Equipment in Wataga, Ill., can get 100 phone calls a day, he makes sure to document each customer contact in a purchase order book, to ensure accurate invoicing and billing.
Precision Farming Dealer interviewed 5 farmers from across North America and asked them: "What is your biggest point of pain with precision farming technology, and how is your dealer helping to overcome this challenge within your operation?"
Precision farming is a unique segment of the agricultural industry with a diversity of strategies for success. But there’s also a collaborative bond that connects stakeholders in building profitable businesses out of selling, servicing and supporting technology.
No one wants to think about the day when they will die or when they will no longer be leading their companies. But I know an important reality: There is a 100% chance both will happen to you. Legacy happens as we live and lead.
In today’s world, there are few frustrations that test the patience of people more than malfunctioning technology. We’ve grown so accustomed to the instant gratification provided by the handheld devices that have become essentially electronic appendages.
Northwest Missouri State University is holding a summer agriculture academy through June 23 on its campus, dedicated to providing insight into precision agriculture technologies.
There’s no shortage of competition among precision farming manufacturers, with both OEM and aftermarket suppliers jockeying for market share. Acquisitions and strategic partnerships continue to shape the future of the industry.
From technician to service manager to now chief technology officer, Layne Richins has pretty much seen it all in his 20-plus year career with Stotz Equipment. And now he’s at the forefront of implementing AI at the 24-store John Deere dealership.
DigiFarm VBN is a proven leader in providing RTK Correction Services across the Midwest and beyond, via cellular based RTK network. We have been in business since 2011 working with farmers, Ag retailers, and precision Ag dealers
We leverage our years of experience and industry knowledge to deliver solutions that keep you moving forward. For more than 30 years, our team of entrepreneurs and technicians have focused on understanding the hurdles you face. Then we brainstorm possibilities. Whether it’s offering a replacement part, repairing parts that aren’t working or creating custom solutions for your challenge. We’re experts in ag equipment electronic parts and systems. But more importantly, we make connections to keep your operation moving forward.
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