Not all fields are alike. Many different variables affect how your crop performs in a single field, so blanket-treatment of an entire field for one limiting factor might not be the best way to manage resources or boost productivity.

For Aaron Wickstrom, keeping his 2,400 dairy herd fed requires triple-cropping on his 1,000 acres of flood and pivot irrigated fields near Hilmar, Calif. To provide silage, he first plants corn by May 1 that’s harvested in August, followed by sorghum that’s harvested as silage in October. He then no-tills a winter cover crop of Italian rye or a mix of wheat, oats and rye.

Jerl Joseph of Joseph Farms in Hampton, Neb., says on his irrigated and dryland crops, GPS-driven precision farming tools have helped him identify problem spots in fields. It helps him adjust seeding and fertility rates, and while it hasn't been a seamless journey, Joseph says it makes him a better farm manager.

In this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Farmers Edge, we welcome Steve Cubbage, president of Record Harvest, to offer his take on the state of data management services in agriculture and what dealers should keep in mind when developing this part of their precision business.

In this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Farmers Edge, we welcome Dr. Tom Krill, founder of Precision Strategy LLC, to share his philosophy and experience-based analysis on four key considerations for structuring a successful precision department.

John Detlor continues to slowly adopt precision farming technology into his 800-acre operation that he operates with his brother, James, near Wautoma, Wis. As he does, he’s finding dealer support is key to a successful transition.