AI in Agriculture

Precision Spraying Company AgZen Adds Over 200 Dealer Locations

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The additions give AgZen the commercial reach to bring RealCoverage, its breakthrough coverage-intelligence system, to growers across North America at scale.

[Technology Corner] Using Sensors to Measure Impact of ‘Soil Health Management’ Systems

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Sand County Foundation, a national nonprofit conservation organization, is leveraging some cutting-edge precision technology to measure the true impacts of soil health management practices.

SATISFYD Launches Signal, Bringing Experience Intelligence to Equipment Dealers

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:52:26 -0400

New AI insights platform analyzes existing customer feedback in under 60 seconds — revealing the risks, patterns, and revenue opportunities dealers need to act on immediately.

400 Farmers Thoughts on AI, Land Values & the Farm Economy

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New Ag Economy Barometer results reveal how producers view AI, profitability, equipment purchases, trade, and farmland values.

[Podcast] Talking Autonomy with Sabanto’s Craig Rupp & Bayer’s P.J. Amini

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by the 2026 Dealership Minds Summit, we get the inside scoop on Leaps by Bayer’s big investment in autonomous technology company Sabanto.

Sabanto Takes Autonomy ‘Leap’ With Bayer Investment

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Craig Rupp says the investment from Leaps by Bayer validates the direction Sabanto is headed and adds credibility to its product, marking a shift from asking “if” autonomy will work in agriculture to asking “when” it will be widely available.

[Technology Corner] Farmers Gain Trust in Autonomy with PTx OutRun Retrofit Kit

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Here in the Technology Corner today, we’re talking about the PTx OutRun autonomous platform — a retrofit kit that enables autonomous grain cart, and now more recently, tillage operations. Mike Schlitt, PTx strategic marketing manager, shares a few stories from the field about how OutRun is winning farmers over in the race to autonomy.

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.

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.

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

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — 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.

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

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — 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.

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.

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.

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

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — 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.

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

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — 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?”

Niqo Robotics AI Weeding Platform Expands into New Crops, Markets

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

At the core of Niqo’s expansion is Niqo Sense, a proprietary AI camera system that can be integrated into multiple form factors and retrofitted onto existing farm equipment.

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.

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

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — 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

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.

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.”

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

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — 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.

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.

[Technology Corner] #Plant26: Johnson Tractor Precision Farming Specialist Saves the Day

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Planting season is here, and with it comes “busy season” for precision specialists. In today’s Technology Corner segment, we pay a visit to Patrick Johnson, who was planting into a strip-tilled field for the first time in Clinton, Wis.

Creating Seeding Rate Prescriptions with AI for #Plant26

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Using artificial intelligence in our daily lives may feel like it comes from a science fiction novel, but with precision agriculture, AI is another tool to help farmers manage their operations.

Vi by visorPRO Launches AI-Powered Story Writing Assistant

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Story Writing Assistant enables service teams to capture notes via voice-to-text, typed input, or screenshots, and instantly transforms them into complete service stories with clear complaint, cause and correction.

Georgia Hosting Inaugural Southeastern Specialty Crop Technology Conference

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Technology on display will include AI-driven sprayers and weeders, harvesting aid robotics, drones for weed detection and wildlife mitigation, and more.

Caterpillar Acquires Monarch Tractor

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:00:19 -0400

In a statement earlier this month, Monarch said its “core technology, including our software-defined vehicle platform, perception stack, and electrification systems, has been acquired by a large global equipment manufacturer. It means the technology will continue to move forward.”

USDA Launching ‘Proving Ground’ for Ag Technology

jdobberstein@lesspub.com — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The USDA National Proving Grounds Network for AgTech will, according to the agency, “thoroughly test and validate both existing and emerging tools under real-world production conditions,” to provide farmers and ranchers with “trusted, practical insights” they can rely on to make product decisions.

[Technology Corner] AGCO Ventures Manager Optimistic About Autonomy, Drones & More

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

We had the chance to catch up with Alex Russomagno, senior manager, AGCO Ventures, after her presentation at the FEMA Supply Summit and Showcase in San Antonio, Texas, a few weeks ago.

Monarch Tractor Releases Statement Following Reports of Shutting Down

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Monarch Tractor released a statement after several reports of the electric autonomous tractor company shutting down.