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Al Myers Paves the Way as Precision Ag Pioneer

The 1992 release of the Yield Monitor 2000 — the first commercially successful on-the-go yield monitor — was a historic moment in the emerging world of precision agriculture. It was the brainchild of Al Myers, Ag Leader founder and president, who never imagined the company would become what it is today when he spent years tinkering with the prototype in his basement.
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What Farmers Want From You

Utilizing Precision Agriculture, Stacking Technology Pays Off

From planting to harvest, the benefits of precision technology add up, says no-tiller Tim Norris of Gambier, Ohio
Tim Norris estimates that an RTK auto-steer system costs $18,000-$25,000. With this system, there are 3% fewer acres to plant, which translates to 3% less seed, labor and fertilizer used. For a system that costs $18,000, it would take 3,333 acres to see ROI, while a $25,000 system would take 4,629 acres to see ROI.
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Benchmark Study

77% of Precision Dealers Forecast Revenue Growth in 2024

11th annual Precision Farming Dealer benchmark study reveals mostly positive outlook for new year after significant revenue increases in 2023
Dealers saw an increase in precision farming sales and service revenue in 2023, and most predict the positive trend will continue in 2024 according to the 11th annual Precision Farming Dealer benchmark study.
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Day in the Cab

Independent Dealer Succeeds with Old School Approach to Customer Service

West Enterprises’ 2-man operation leverages expertise & experience to build strong relationships with farmers
Precision specialists often wear many hats — service technician, salesperson, business owner, farmer. The list goes on and on. Bruce West barely has enough closet space for the number of hats (and capes) he wears as owner of West Enterprises, an independent precision ag hardware and software dealer in Erie, Ill.
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