Items Tagged with 'Autonomous Tractor Corp.'

ARTICLES

What is Driving the Driverless Momentum in the Ag Equipment Industry?

Robots won't yet be doing all of the field work, but electric-powered equipment and smaller, self-propelled implements are making their way to a field near you.

By Laura Barrera posted on January 21, 2018 | Posted in Precision Sales, Service & Support

Ask someone in agriculture what comes to mind when they think of autonomy and they’ll likely say a driverless tractor.

When Will Artificial Intelligence Become a Natural Ingredient in Ag Equipment?

Manufacturers, Educators and Engineers Weigh in on Where AI Technology is now, Where it's Going and How it'll Change the AG Industry's Production Process

By Ian Gronau posted on January 19, 2018 | Posted in Precision Sales, Service & Support

For many, considering the effects artificial intelligence (AI) may soon have on society is a source of both anxiety and wonder. Agriculture, as much as any industry, is in line for big changes. Farm equipment may soon have a mind of its own.

[Podcast] What Is Driving Momentum for Driverless Machinery in Agriculture?

In this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Farmers Edge, we are joined by Kraig Schulz, president of the Autonomous Tractor Corp. who shares his input on how electric-based power systems may act as an alternative to full automation.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on December 26, 2017 | Posted in Product Innovations, Industry News

In this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Farmers Edge, we are joined by Kraig Schulz, president of the Autonomous Tractor Corp., who shares his input on how electric-based power systems may act as an alternative to full automation.

Batteries Not Included on the Road to Semi-Autonomy?

By Jack Zemlicka posted on March 14, 2017 | Posted in Autonomy & Robotics

Our most recent online poll asks how soon dealers expect autonomous vehicles to be commercially available, and the vast majority don’t expect we’ll be waiting very long.

Autonomy in Ag: What Role Will I Play?

2017 Precision Farming Dealer Summit — Roundtable #13

March 6, 2017

The first question tackled in this roundtable discussion was “What is autonomy?” Initially the group would have thought of driverless tractors completing tasks in the fields without an operator in the field.

[Technology Corner] Is Electric the Gateway to Autonomous Vehicles?

By Jack Zemlicka posted on February 10, 2017 | Posted in Industry News

Fully autonomous vehicles in agriculture are likely still several years away, but there also may be a simpler, more efficient pathway to extending the life of farm machinery, while also improving performance.

Implement Guidance

November 5, 2016 | Posted in Product Innovations

The eDrive system from Autonomous Tractor Corp. is an electric aftermarket drivetrain that can re-power older tractors from 100-400 horsepower or power implements directly.

Detailed Agenda, Speaker Lineup & Special Session Released for 2017 Precision Farming Dealer Summit

September 29, 2016 | Posted in Precision Agriculture 101, Precision Sales, Autonomy & Robotics, Industry News

Precision Farming Dealer has announced the agenda, speakers and presentation lineup for its second Precision Farming Dealer Summit. With the theme of “Proven Business Blueprints,” the 2017 dealer-only event will feature some of the most progressive minds in the precision farming business, sharing bankable management methods and money-making strategies to maximize profitability in today’s market.

2017 Precision Farming Dealer Summit Schedule

May 16, 2016

Read on to see the tentative schedule for the 2017 Precision Farming Dealer Summit, Jan. 9-10, 2017, in St. Louis, Mo.

Videos

Spring Madness: Precision Specialist Prepares Customers for Planting Season

Go behind the scenes with Chad Baker, co-owner of Baker Precision Planter Works in Orangeville, Ill., as he hits the road for on-farm visits and pre-season maintenance checkups. Baker helps a first-generation no-tiller prepare for planting season, and later runs into a couple big challenges with a customer’s new, high-speed, 24-row planter.

Top Directory Listings

Ivy Tech Community College, Lafayette Campus

The college offers an associate degree in Applied Science in Agriculture (60 credit hours). Students enrolled in this program may specialize in precision farming technology by selecting up to 15 credit hours in this area and agriculture business, sales and agronomy.

Lake Region State College - Dakota Precision Ag Center

The college offers an AAS in Precision Agriculture and customized precision ag- related training for agricultural producers, insurance underwriters, equipment dealer and agricultural cooperative employees and others.

HTS Ag Precision Ag Solutions

Offering training on Ag Leader, Trimble, Reichhardt, Norac and Integris Systems in twice yearly customer training events (spring/fall). Also offering individual training opportunities on any HTS Ag products and SMS software, year round.