Precision Farming Dealer

Vi by visorPRO Unveils Vi 3.0: Next-Generation AI Powering Dealership Efficiency & Profitability

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Vi by visorPRO, the AI-powered aftermarket platform built for equipment dealerships, today announced the launch of Vi 3.0: the largest capability upgrade since the platform’s launch in 2023.

How John Deere Expert Alerts Help Manage a Machine’s Lifecycle

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

"Alerts are most powerful when combined with core machine data — hours, location, oil sampling and other health indicators — to see patterns that aren’t obvious from a single code," says RDO Equipment Co. director of connected support Jake Livingston in this guest blog.

Ag Leader Introduces Z-Row Integrated Row Guidance for Combines

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

By eliminating the need for additional displays, controllers, or complex setup, the system helps operators stay focused during a demanding time of the year.

Remembering Our Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

Mon, 25 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Honoring the men and women who died during military service.

24-Store Deere Dealer Goes All in on AI & Data Analytics

Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Stotz Equipment embraces AI as a tool to boost efficiency & customer service across precision & data analytics departments

[Technology Corner] Innovative Farmer Boosts Efficiency with 360 RAIN, Precision Tech & Mixed Fleet

Fri, 22 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

On this special road edition of Technology Corner, we pay a visit to innovative farmer Robert Boyle in Coolidge, Ariz. Boyle reveals some of the secret weapons — including 360 RAIN — that help boost his profitability and efficiency on soils receiving only 7 inches of rain annually.

How to Create an AI Policy … and Why

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

An internal AI policy provides a structured framework that helps employees understand appropriate use, data security requirements, ethical considerations, and compliance obligations.

SkimTurf Management & Stotz Equipment Collaboration to Advance Precision Turf Management Across Southwest U.S.

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Through this collaboration, Stotz Equipment will help distribute the SkimTurf platform, enabling superintendents to transform agronomic insights into targeted field applications using GPS-enabled equipment.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: May 20, 2026

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Purdue Program Brings Precision Ag to High School Classrooms
Young Grower Leads Charge for Precision Adoption on Family Farm
Inside Salford’s Big Precision Ag Move
Local Community Excited to Host Ag Robotics Conference
Breaking Down John Deere Precision Upgrades for 2027

Service/Shop Equipment Product Roundup 2026

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Check out the latest innovations from some of the industry's leading suppliers.

Ecorobotix & RDO to Introduce AI Sprayer Technology in Australia

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Ecorobotix, a Swiss company specializing in AI-driven agricultural technology, is expanding into Australia through a strategic dealer partnership with RDO Equipment Australia.

ePropelled Launches Integrated Propulsion & Power System for Ag UAVs

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While initially developed for agricultural UAV applications, the same propulsion and power architecture can also be applied to a wider class of uncrewed systems, including ground based robotic platforms used in precision agriculture and autonomous field operations.

Growers Use Drones to Improve Early-Season Scouting, Decision-Making

Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

UAV-based early-season scouting offers a practical, scalable way to assess soil variability, plant stand count, and early germination. However, the effectiveness of drone-based scouting also depends on image resolution.

Ever.Ag Advances Embedded Intelligence for Ag Retail

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“AI adoption in agriculture is accelerating, but the real impact comes from how it is applied,” said Alan Brady, VP Business Management Solutions at Ever.Ag. “By embedding intelligence into ag retail workflows, teams can reduce manual effort, move faster, and make better decisions as part of their daily work.”

U.S. Sugar Launches Largest Deployment of Autonomous Tractors in Sugar Industry

Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

U.S. Sugar today announced the launch of the largest commercial use of autonomous tractors in the American sugar industry, deploying a fleet of unmanned John Deere tractors within its 255,000 acres of farmland in South Florida.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: May 13, 2026

Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Deere Precision Leader Talks AI, Autonomy & More
Addressing Mental Health at the Dealership
Robotics Startup Puts Emphasis on ROI, Not AI Hype
See & Spray 2026 vs. See & Spray 2027
Precision Sales: Study Your Competition

Shining a Light on Mental Health in Agriculture

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Time flies during planting season, and this year has been no exception. But let’s pause for a moment and talk about something that doesn’t get covered enough in agriculture throughout the year — mental health.

Little Fallout Likely in Farm Machinery Sales Model from State Franchise Exemption

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A tightly-written exemption from state franchise law in Washington allows two EV auto makers to sell directly to consumers and affects only sales of motor vehicles.

Spring Is Here: Are You Ready to Fly Your Drone Legally?

Sat, 09 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Spring has arrived and drones are back in the sky. Before you launch, it’s important to make sure you’re operating within the law.

[Technology Corner] 24-Store Deere Dealer Shares How It’s Implementing AI

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

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.

What Self-Driving Cars Got Right That Your Farm Equipment Can Use

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

"The autonomous vehicle industry spent more than 15 years and tens of billions of dollars building technology that works on city streets. The off-road equipment industry doesn't need to repeat that journey. But it does need to be clear-eyed about which pieces transfer," says Adityaveer Raswan, autonomy software engineer for Agtonomy.

Grain Handling & Storage Product Roundup 2026

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Check out the latest innovations from some of the ag industry's Grain Handling & Storage suppliers.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: May 6, 2026

Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Almost 25% of Farmers Using Drones in Iowa
Precision Startup Leverages Tech Used on Mars
Early Season Planting Tips from John Fulton
Independent Dealer Shares Simple Pre-Planting Tip for Customers
Autonomous Tractor Software Creates “Farmville for Real”

[Podcast] ‘Stotz GPT’: 24-Store Deere Dealer Embraces AI & Data Analytics

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express, we catch up with Layne Richins, chief technology officer for 24-store John Deere dealer Stotz Equipment.

You Don’t Cut Your Way to Growth: How to Market Through Uncertainty

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

If you expect growth in your business, this is something you need to hear.

Should Your Farm Sign a Carbon Contract?

Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

"To date, farmer uptake of these programs has been very slow, in spite of the promise to pay farmers for participation. I believe a lot of the reluctance stems from the uncertainty about these programs," says Todd Janzen in his latest ag tech blog.

Autonomous Weeding Robots Lead 2025 Precision Ag Funding

Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In 2025, autonomous weeding and field robotics companies drew more capital than any other sub-segment.

U.S. House Passes Farm Bill 2.0, Pesticide 'Liability Shield' Removed

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The version approved Thursday removed controversial language that would have prohibited states and courts from, “penalizing or holding liable entities for failing to comply with requirements that would require labeling or packaging that is in addition to or different from the labeling or packaging approved by the EPA administrator.”

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: April 29, 2026

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

AI Insights Reducing Manual Scouting for Midwest Retailers
Solinftec Closing the Loop on Autonomous Spraying
Case IH Dealer Educates Customers With Data Management Webinar
AGCO Dealer Boosts Tech Efficiency by 5% in 8 Weeks with AI
How Autosteer Systems are Becoming Smarter & More Connected

Precision Farming Dealer

Vi by visorPRO Unveils Vi 3.0: Next-Generation AI Powering Dealership Efficiency & Profitability

How John Deere Expert Alerts Help Manage a Machine’s Lifecycle

Ag Leader Introduces Z-Row Integrated Row Guidance for Combines

Remembering Our Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day

24-Store Deere Dealer Goes All in on AI & Data Analytics

[Technology Corner] Innovative Farmer Boosts Efficiency with 360 RAIN, Precision Tech & Mixed Fleet

How to Create an AI Policy … and Why

SkimTurf Management & Stotz Equipment Collaboration to Advance Precision Turf Management Across Southwest U.S.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: May 20, 2026

Service/Shop Equipment Product Roundup 2026

Ecorobotix & RDO to Introduce AI Sprayer Technology in Australia

ePropelled Launches Integrated Propulsion & Power System for Ag UAVs

Growers Use Drones to Improve Early-Season Scouting, Decision-Making

Ever.Ag Advances Embedded Intelligence for Ag Retail

U.S. Sugar Launches Largest Deployment of Autonomous Tractors in Sugar Industry

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: May 13, 2026

Shining a Light on Mental Health in Agriculture

Little Fallout Likely in Farm Machinery Sales Model from State Franchise Exemption

Spring Is Here: Are You Ready to Fly Your Drone Legally?

[Technology Corner] 24-Store Deere Dealer Shares How It’s Implementing AI

What Self-Driving Cars Got Right That Your Farm Equipment Can Use

Grain Handling & Storage Product Roundup 2026

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: May 6, 2026

[Podcast] ‘Stotz GPT’: 24-Store Deere Dealer Embraces AI & Data Analytics

You Don’t Cut Your Way to Growth: How to Market Through Uncertainty

Should Your Farm Sign a Carbon Contract?

Top 10 Precision Farming Stories in April 2026

Autonomous Weeding Robots Lead 2025 Precision Ag Funding

U.S. House Passes Farm Bill 2.0, Pesticide 'Liability Shield' Removed

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: April 29, 2026