Precision Farming Dealer

Sabanto, Verdant Robotics Announce Technical Integration of Autonomous Tractor with SharpShooter Precision Application

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Sabanto, a leader in autonomy retrofit solutions for agricultural machinery, and Verdant Robotics, developer of SharpShooter precision application system, have integrated their systems for the first time.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: July 1, 2026

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Farmer Identifies Technology He’s Most Excited About
The Precision Farming Playbook for 600-Bushel Corn
New Report Details How Farmers Are Using AI
Transforming Older Equipment into ‘Autonomous Workhorses’
Planting & Seeding an Entire Crop with a Driverless Tractor

Longtime No-Tiller: 'Drones Saved My Tail'

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

"The drone saved my tail. Replanting that field in time and getting a crop paid for the drone bill for the entire year," says Champlain, Va., farmer Benjamin Ellis Jr.

AEF Introduces TRACK, Extending Automation Beyond Steering

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

With TRACK, the AEF is providing the industry with a standardized framework for guidance systems from one manufacturer to communicate TRACK information to an implement from another manufacturer.

Lessiter Media Loses Beloved Contributing Editor, Dan Crummett

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

No-Till Farmer Editor Frank Lessiter said Dan made major contributions the magazine’s content for many years, first as a freelance writer before taking an expanded role at Lessiter Media in 2023 as a contributing editor.

2026 Summer Digital Edition of Precision Farming Dealer

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Build the Data Muscle Before Taking the Big Tech Leap

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

If a farmer doesn’t have reliable field data, clean boundaries (or a practical boundary strategy) and disciplined documentation, the most advanced technology in the world won’t deliver consistent results.

[Podcast] Talking AI, Leadership Lessons & More with Brilliant Harvest CEO Remi Schmaltz

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express, we go 1-on-1 with Brilliant Harvest founder and CEO Remi Schmaltz.

John Fulton Named as a CFAES Dean’s Chair

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

John Fulton has been appointed as a Dean’s Chair in The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: June 24, 2026

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Workshop Provides Hands-On Precision Experience to Students
Farmers Get Up-Close Look at Cutting-Edge Sprayer Tech
How California Farmers Use Pressure Bombs to Save Water & Money
Exploring the Future of AI in Ag: Turning Data into Action
Discussing CNH’s New Management Structure for Case IH & New Holland

Strip-Tillage Product Roundup 2026

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:25:13 -0400

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

4 Ways to Drive Precision Technology Adoption in Tough Times

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:08:51 -0400

"Sharpen your pencils when 'no' feels like the default answer, because that is when disciplined, well-communicated value stands out most — and when the right 'yes' will be remembered as a sound business decision," says Erin Hightower in this roundtable recap from the Precision Farming Dealer Summit.

How Drones Can Complement Conventional Sprayers

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While spray drones have multiple benefits, they should not necessarily be considered as a replacement for conventional ground-spraying, says Deepak Joshi in this Kansas State Extension article.

[Technology Corner] Dealers Gather for Inaugural AI Workshop & Networking Event

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Leaders from AgRevolution, Agriteer, Young’s Equipment, LoneStar Ag, KanEquip and more gathered in Rosemont, Ill., for the inaugural ViNE Event, hosted by the Vi by visorPRO team.

NRCS Promises Farmers Will See Modernized Approach

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

NRCS Chief Colton L. Buckley says he's prioritizing field staff to improve field engagement and technical expertise.

Ziegler Ag Partners with Brilliant Harvest on AI-Powered Support Across the Dealership

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:11:48 -0400

Ziegler Ag has deployed Brilliant Harvest in its support department with an initial focus on improving first-contact resolution, reducing the time the support team spends searching for answers, and getting customers the right information faster.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: June 17, 2026

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Autonomous Robots Achieve Chemical-Free Pest Control at Scale
Young Farmer All in on Spray Drones
Why Best Dealerships Win on Service, Not Iron
Breaking Down the Future of Fertilizer
Ten Innovators Who Transformed American Farming

Brilliant Harvest Launches New Podcast for Equipment Dealership Leaders

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Each episode of Built on Iron features conversations with dealership leaders navigating the real pressures of running a modern equipment business, staffing shortages, rising customer expectations, and a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Listen to the 2026 Growing Season Farm Playlist

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:11:11 -0400

Hop in the cab, hit shuffle and enjoy these songs that all have something to do with farming. Some of them are directly farming related like Luke Bryan's "Rain Is a Good Thing." Other's might be more subtle like Jason Isbell's song "Grown," which isn't necessarily about agriculture but the title involves things (or people) that grow.

[Video] Two Precision Technologies Taking Off with Customers

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Jake Nordenberg, precision ag specialist for 24-store John Deere dealer Stotz Equipment in Buckeye, Ariz., reveals 2 precision technologies that are gaining the most traction with his customers. He also explains what it takes to win skeptical customers over with new products.

[Video] Implementing Data Analytics in the Precision Department

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Omar Porras, southern region precision ag manager for 24-store John Deere dealer Stotz Equipment, explains how his team is working with data analytics specialists to generate reports for their customers.

Innovative Farmer Plants Entire Crop Autonomously

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Equipped with Sabanto, Panorama and Starlink, Quint Pottinger became the first farmer in the Bluegrass State to plant his entire crop with a driverless tractor, joining fewer than 50 farms nationwide, according to the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

[Video] Keys to Developing Long-Term Relationships with Customers

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Jake Nordenberg, precision ag specialist for 24-store John Deere dealer Stotz Equipment in Buckeye, Ariz., shares some of his strategies for developing long-term relationships with customers, including impromptu visits and lunch breaks.

[Podcast] Autonomy Takes the Wheel: Farmer Plants Entire Crop with Driverless Tractor

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express, Quint Pottinger explains how he was able to plant his entire corn crop this spring with a driverless tractor.

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: June 10, 2026

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Kentucky Farmer Plants Entire Crop Autonomously
Nebraska Farmers Show How Precision Tech Transforms Their Operation
Most Valuable Precision Dealer Shares Drone Insights
Top 10 Leaders in Smart Harvest — ‘the Future of Intelligent Agriculture'
Greenfield Robotics Founder Shares Update on Ag Robots' Impact

Survey Says … Over 40% of Farmers Believe AI Could Improve Their Operation

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:17:00 -0400

In Purdue's monthly survey, 400 farmers were asked, “Given your current labor and equipment, how much would artificial intelligence (AI) tools improve your operation?”

[Video] Getting Creative with New Technology on Customers’ Farms

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Jake Nordenberg, precision ag specialist for 24-store John Deere dealer Stotz Equipment in Buckeye, Ariz., details how his team gets creative with a drone to overcome regional challenges with precision technology.

360 Yield Center Splits Into Two Brands: 360 RAIN for Adaptive Application, 360 YIELD for Retrofit Equipment

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

After more than a decade of agricultural innovation, 360 Yield Center announced today a strategic brand restructuring that establishes two distinct divisional brands: 360 RAIN, focused on adaptive application, and 360 YIELD, focused on retrofit equipment upgrades.

AED Honors House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson with 2026 Legislative Leadership Award

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) presented House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (R-Pa.) with the 2026 AED Legislative Leadership Award during the 2026 AED Policy Conference & Advocacy Day, held June 1-3 in Washington, D.C.

Precision Farming Dealer

Sabanto, Verdant Robotics Announce Technical Integration of Autonomous Tractor with SharpShooter Precision Application

Top 10 Precision Farming Stories in June 2026

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: July 1, 2026

Longtime No-Tiller: 'Drones Saved My Tail'

AEF Introduces TRACK, Extending Automation Beyond Steering

Lessiter Media Loses Beloved Contributing Editor, Dan Crummett

2026 Summer Digital Edition of Precision Farming Dealer

Build the Data Muscle Before Taking the Big Tech Leap

[Podcast] Talking AI, Leadership Lessons & More with Brilliant Harvest CEO Remi Schmaltz

John Fulton Named as a CFAES Dean’s Chair

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: June 24, 2026

Strip-Tillage Product Roundup 2026

4 Ways to Drive Precision Technology Adoption in Tough Times

How Drones Can Complement Conventional Sprayers

[Technology Corner] Dealers Gather for Inaugural AI Workshop & Networking Event

NRCS Promises Farmers Will See Modernized Approach

Ziegler Ag Partners with Brilliant Harvest on AI-Powered Support Across the Dealership

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: June 17, 2026

Brilliant Harvest Launches New Podcast for Equipment Dealership Leaders

Listen to the 2026 Growing Season Farm Playlist

[Video] Two Precision Technologies Taking Off with Customers

[Video] Implementing Data Analytics in the Precision Department

Innovative Farmer Plants Entire Crop Autonomously

[Video] Keys to Developing Long-Term Relationships with Customers

[Podcast] Autonomy Takes the Wheel: Farmer Plants Entire Crop with Driverless Tractor

Precision Farming Dealer's Best of the Web: June 10, 2026

Survey Says … Over 40% of Farmers Believe AI Could Improve Their Operation

[Video] Getting Creative with New Technology on Customers’ Farms

360 Yield Center Splits Into Two Brands: 360 RAIN for Adaptive Application, 360 YIELD for Retrofit Equipment

AED Honors House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson with 2026 Legislative Leadership Award