Getting into the planter row unit market, Youngblut Ag has carved out a profitable equipment niche, which has accelerated growth of complementary precision products. Owner Pete Youngblut shares the benefits of being able to offer a comprehensive planter system package to customers, and the importance of providing customizable options to avoid inefficiencies in the field.

Could 3-D printing revolutionize the parts and service department in the dealership of tomorrow? 3-D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, refers to the processes used to create a three-dimensional object in which layers of material are formed under computer control. It is already being used in a number of industries, and it’s likely that agriculture could be next. Robert Saik, author of The Agriculture Manifesto and founder of The Agri-Trend Group, thinks 3-D printing is one of the drivers that will shape agriculture in the next decade. He says the growth and adoption is going to be exponential, meaning adoption will start off slowly before it quickly becomes mainstream.

This will further enhance their grower-retailer relationship by making the direct connection between growers, retailers, sales personnel, and agronomy and analytics seamless.

The annual Precision Farming Dealer Summit, held at the historic Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Ky., Jan. 8-9, drew a sold out crowd for the 3rd consecutive year.

Three dealers and their progressive farm customers sit down for a moderated panel discussion at the at the 3rd Precision Farming Dealer Summit in Louisville.

Using these sensors, plus additional sensors from outside partners in some cases, Uptake tracks the performance and usage of combines, carts, trucks, and semis, to name a few, in order to gauge optimal use and also machine performance.

Get managerial insight from 3 precision dealers on bankable billing practices, stocking essential technology and understanding the ROI of your precision team at the 3rd Precision Farming Dealer Summit in Louisville.