https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/rss en-us Vi by visorPRO, the AI-powered aftermarket platform built for equipment dealerships, today announced the Dealer Knowledge Portal, a new feature that allows dealers to upload their own internal resources into Vi. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7273 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7273-vi-by-visorpro-launches-dealer-knowledge-portal-to-capture-dealer-developed-fixes-parts-lists-and-more byvisorpro.png Clark is president and CEO of AKRS Equipment Solutions, a 27-location John Deere dealership. Clark is president and CEO of AKRS Equipment Solutions, a 27-location John Deere dealership. 

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7272 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7272-kevin-clark-of-akrs-equipment-solutions-joins-aed-board KevinClark.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com This Week's Lineup: New Video: A Day in the Life of a Precision Specialist Why Technology Adoption Requires Tailored Strategies USDA Announces Data Modernization Plan More Dealers Investing in Precision Spraying 6 Ways I’d Use AI if I were Still an Agronomist This Week's Lineup:

• New Video: A Day in the Life of a Precision Specialist
• Why Technology Adoption Requires Tailored Strategies 
• USDA Announces Data Modernization Plan 
• More Dealers Investing in Precision Spraying 
• 6 Ways I’d Use AI if I were Still an Agronomist

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7270 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7270-precision-farming-dealers-best-of-the-web-september-9-2026 nnewman@lessitermedia.com Brett Goodwin from Carbon Robotics explains how the new Carbon Autonomy Ready program enables implement manufacturers to make their equipment optimized for autonomous tractor operation. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7271 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7271-video-carbon-robotics-launches-autonomous-implement-technology Carbon Robotics Launches Autonomous Implement Technology.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com I just got back from the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, where precision technology was hotter than the 100-degree heat indexes during the 3-day event. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1/post/7269 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1-from-the-virtual-terminal/post/7269-5-big-precision-technology-takeaways-from-2026-farm-progress-show IMG_2739 2.jpg Seattle, Wash.-based Carbon Robotics showcased its new Carbon Autonomy kit at the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa.  Designed to support a wide range of implements that farmers use today, the Carbon Autonomy Ready program establishes a technical specification and process for integrating any manufacturers’ implements directly into the Carbon Autonomy platform. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7266 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7266-carbon-robotics-launches-carbon-autonomy-ready-program-great-plains-joins-as-first-member Carbon-Autonomy-3.0_15.jpg kschmidt@lessitermedia.com Jackson Baca, Product Marketing Manager with John Deere, introduces their new AI assistance, JD. Integrated into the John Deere Operations Center, JD will assist farmers with their equipment in the field, removing issues with analysis and track data across their operation. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7263 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7263-video-meet-jd-the-new-ai-assistant-within-john-deere-operations-center Meet JD the new AI Assistant within John Deere Operations Center.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com This Week's Lineup: Deere Dealer, Students Use WingtraRAY to Map Nearly 4,500 Acres New AI Tool Helping Farmers ‘Think Outside the Box’ Carbon Robotics Founder Discusses $100M Revenue, New Machine, IPO Path AI Retrofits Breathe New Life Into Old Equipment Great Marketing Isn’t About Being the Best; It’s About Being Remembered This Week's Lineup:

• Deere Dealer, Students Use WingtraRAY to Map Nearly 4,500 Acres
• New AI Tool Helping Farmers ‘Think Outside the Box’
• Carbon Robotics Founder Discusses $100M Revenue, New Machine, IPO Path
• AI Retrofits Breathe New Life Into Old Equipment
• Great Marketing Isn’t About Being the Best; It’s About Being Remembered

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7259 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7259-precision-farming-dealers-best-of-the-web-september-2-2026 In case you missed them, here are the most popular items on our website from the past month, August 2026. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7261 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7261-top-10-precision-farming-stories-in-august-2026 pfd-top-10.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com Gregg Sauder could’ve been relaxing on a beach somewhere after selling Precision Planting to Monsanto for $250 million in 2012. But that’s just not in his DNA. Gregg Sauder could’ve been relaxing on a beach somewhere after selling Precision Planting to Monsanto for $250 million in 2012. But that’s just not in his DNA.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7258 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7258-gregg-sauder-ag-tech-legacy-from-precision-planting-to-360 SLHOF_Gregg-Sauder.jpg Gregg Sauder Founder & President, 360, Morton, Ill.Claim to Fame: Launched two revolutionary ag tech companiesAge: 69Companies Founded: 1993 (Precision Planting) and 2013 (360) The agreement reflects a shared commitment to delivering innovative seeding technology that helps producers improve productivity, efficiency, and agronomic outcomes. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7260 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7260-bourgault-announces-strategic-alliance-with-cnh The 115,000-square-foot facility more than doubles AGCO's West Coast parts capacity, putting more critical parts within fast reach of dealers and farmers. The 115,000-square-foot facility more than doubles AGCO's West Coast parts capacity, putting more critical parts within fast reach of dealers and farmers.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7257 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:50:25 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7257-agco-opens-advanced-parts-distribution-center-in-visalia-california AGCOCali.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com We have a long list of new products, research and companies we’re planning to get the scoop on. We’ll do our best to report on everything, but if you can’t make it, is there anything you’d like us to cover? http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1/post/7256 Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1-from-the-virtual-terminal/post/7256-and-were-off-to-the-farm-progress-show farm progress show.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com In a rapidly evolving precision landscape, dealers must go beyond the sale to build long-term relationships with customers. And of course, clinics and demo days are great ways to drive customer engagement. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7255 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7255-technology-corner-precision-dealers-discuss-how-to-quantify-a-successful-customer-clinic Precision-Dealers-Discuss-How-to-Quantify-a-Successful-Customer-Clinic.png Ag Leader Technology has introduced a new application programming interface (API) that enables third-party camera sensor providers to integrate with RightSpot, Ag Leader’s pulse width modulation (PWM) rate control system. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7253 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7253-new-ag-leader-api-enables-third-party-camera-sensor-providers-to-integrate-with-rightspot Ouster technology equips driverless sprayers with an ultra-wide field of view, enabling them to map tree trunks, crop rows, and ground contours with a high level of detail. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7251 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7251-guss-automation-plans-to-incorporate-ousters-next-gen-sensors Ouster_OS0_digital_lidar_on_a_fleet_of_GUSS_Autonomous_Sprayers.jpeg First launched in 2024, and operated by global cloud computing awards body The Cloud Awards, The A.I. Awards has rapidly grown to become one of the biggest programs in the Cloud Awards annual calendar. First launched in 2024, and operated by global cloud computing awards body The Cloud Awards, The A.I. Awards has rapidly grown to become one of the biggest programs in the Cloud Awards annual calendar.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7252 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:55:04 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7252-vitaledge-technologies-shortlisted-in-the-2026-ai-awards nnewman@lessitermedia.com This Week's Lineup: Stories from the Field Showcase How Farmers Slash Costs with Technology John Deere's See & Spray 'On a Third' of New Sprayer Orders Large Case IH Dealer Hosts Interactive Summer Camps Kansas State Cuts Ribbon on New Innovation & Research Center Inside Look at Precision Dealer's Jam-Packed Customer Clinic This Week's Lineup:

• Stories from the Field Showcase How Farmers Slash Costs with Technology
• John Deere's See & Spray 'On a Third' of New Sprayer Orders
• Large Case IH Dealer Hosts Interactive Summer Camps
• Kansas State Cuts Ribbon on New Innovation & Research Center
• Inside Look at Precision Dealer's Jam-Packed Customer Clinic

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7249 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7249-precision-farming-dealers-best-of-the-web-august-26-2026 Auburn Extension precision specialist Simer Virk and his team conduct various sprayer tests at the university's research centers, including trials with different nozzle types and using Spot-On meters for uniform applications. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7250 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7250-smart-spraying-helping-farmers-calibrate-with-precision The move is part of Solinftec’s effort to make Solix increasingly self-service, allowing farmers to purchase robots directly from Solinftec, receive remote support and complete many routine repairs themselves. The move is part of Solinftec’s effort to make Solix increasingly self-service, allowing farmers to purchase robots directly from Solinftec, receive remote support and complete many routine repairs themselves.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7244 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7244-solinftec-to-launch-ag-robotics-first-amazon-parts-store Designed specifically for smaller operations, the Axial-Flow 160 series combine maximizes the bottom line and boosts productivity with new precision technology updates. Designed specifically for smaller operations, the Axial-Flow 160 series combine maximizes the bottom line and boosts productivity with new precision technology updates. 

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7248 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7248-case-ih-offers-new-precision-technology-to-boost-roi-potential-for-hay-cash-crop-operations “The hands-free baling technology combines John Deere’s legacy guidance feature, AutoTrac, with our innovative Weave Automation round baler feature, creating a solution that was built shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers," says Kaylene Ballesteros, marketing manager for hay and forage equipment at John Deere. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7247 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7247-john-deere-introduces-hands-free-baling-solution-to-improve-productivity-reduce-workload John Deere_HFB 4.jpg TerraBlaster's Blaster 1000 is a towed unit that opens a shallow trench and measures soil fertility as it moves, roughly twenty times per second, producing nutrient concentration maps at a resolution of 0.15 acres. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7245 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7245-terrablaster-raises-125-million-to-increase-farm-yields-through-optimized-soil-nutrients jdobberstein@lesspub.com Artificial intelligence has enormous potential in agriculture — to make farmers better managers, not replace them. AI can take enormous sets of data and make complex decisions a million times faster than farmers can. But these tools may not understand agronomy or context the way farmers do. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1/post/7246 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1-from-the-virtual-terminal/post/7246-ai-advice-kills-25-acres-of-farmers-crop-now-what The program is designed to help protect uptime through connected machine support, fast response, loaner equipment and parts and service coverage that helps keep work moving. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1/post/7243 Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1-from-the-virtual-terminal/post/7243-rdo-promise-helps-growers-minimize-downtime John Deere 6 Series Tractor RDOEquipmentCo.jpg The North American Equipment Dealers Association has launched Iron Circle, an exclusive performance group for dealers who are no longer satisfied measuring themselves against average. The North American Equipment Dealers Association has launched Iron Circle, an exclusive performance group for dealers who are no longer satisfied measuring themselves against average.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7237 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7237-naeda-launches-iron-circle-where-dealers-sharpen-each-other nnewman@lessitermedia.com Lessiter Media's 4th annual Precision Specialist Week (August 16-22, 2026), sponsored by Reichhardt, celebrates and recognizes the hard work and dedication of those making today's precision farming systems possible. Lessiter Media's 4th annual Precision Specialist Week (August 16-22, 2026), sponsored by Reichhardt, celebrates and recognizes the hard work and dedication of those making today's precision farming systems possible. 

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7234 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7234-2026-precision-specialist-spotlight PSW_PFD_2026.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com This Week's Lineup: Husker Harvest Days Launches Ag Tech Pavilion How AutoPath is Changing Application Accuracy Free Satellite Imagery, Drones Highlight Precision Ag Opportunities AI-Powered Weed Control Reducing Costs for Farmers The Farmer Who Killed His Crop on a Bad AI Recommendation This Week's Lineup:

• Husker Harvest Days Launches Ag Tech Pavilion 
• How AutoPath is Changing Application Accuracy 
• Free Satellite Imagery, Drones Highlight Precision Ag Opportunities 
• AI-Powered Weed Control Reducing Costs for Farmers 
• The Farmer Who Killed His Crop on a Bad AI Recommendation

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7239 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7239-precision-farming-dealers-best-of-the-web-august-19-2026 "My family believes now is the right time to strengthen our leadership for the exciting future ahead of us," says Gregg Sauder, founder of 360. "Brandon will lead 360's day-to-day operations with my full support. I'll stay closely involved, spending my time where I can add the most value." http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7241 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7241-360-names-brandon-rinkenberger-chief-executive-officer 360.png The device uses a USB connection and includes an integrated SIM card linked to a secure mobile network, creating a closed chain of communication between xarvio FIELD MANAGER and machinery terminals. http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7238 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7238-basf-launches-xarvio-connect-20-to-simplify-machine-data-exchange basf .png