https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/rss en-us nnewman@lessitermedia.com Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express, we sit down with 3 precision specialists for a panel discussion about their daily routines, challenges and goals.]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7085 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7085-podcast-talking-shop-with-3-precision-specialists-from-different-regions-and-brands http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7082 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7082-purdue-measures-precision-payoffs-on-570-farms-in-21-years percent of farms with precision ag tech graph.png Figure 1: Reported usage of Precision Agriculture Technologies Source: Purdue University nnewman@lessitermedia.com http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7064 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7064-video-talking-precision-tech-trends-with-agco-ventures-alex-russomagno Talking-Precision-Tech-Trends-with-AGCO-Ventures’-Alex-Russomagno.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com Strip-tillers remain ahead of the curve with technology adoption, according to Strip-Till Farmer’s 13^th annual Strip-Till Operational Benchmark Study. 

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7051 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7051-strip-tillers-continue-heavy-usage-of-precision-technology FALL-STRIP-TILL-ACTION.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7005 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7005-independent-dealer-shares-tips-for-getting-the-most-out-of-customer-events Youngblut-Precision-Equip-pt3.png Pete Youngblut invites product experts from manufacturing companies to speak at his customer clinics. He says customers appreciate their presence and knowledge about the latest and greatest equipment. Source: Youngblut Ag http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7025 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7025-video-beyond-the-boom-exploring-the-future-of-sprayer-tech http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7024 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7024-video-how-dealers-are-using-ai-to-improve-efficiency-and-service http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7023 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7023-video-going-the-extra-mile-to-build-customer-trust-and-loyalty http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7022 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7022-video-roundtable-recap-tuesday http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7021 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7021-video-autonomy-in-action-how-farmers-are-using-smart-systems-in-the-field http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7020 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7020-video-rethinking-precision-assumptions-with-brand-new-data http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7019 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7019-video-more-precision-product-demos http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7018 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7018-video-taking-flight-how-to-sell-and-service-drones http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7017 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7017-video-cultivating-customer-connections-with-precision-clinics http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7016 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7016-video-steering-the-future-oems-precision-vision-for-2026-and-beyond http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7015 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7015-video-beyond-corn-and-soybeans-precision-opportunities-for-high-value-crops http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7014 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7014-video-jam-packed-precision-product-demos-1 Precision Farming Dealer’s Day in the Cab series provides a first-hand account of a day in the life of a precision farming specialist, from when the alarm clock rings to the last customer service call of the day. ]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7013 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7013-video-day-in-the-cab-live-precision-specialists-panel http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7012 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7012-video-roundtable-recap-monday http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7011 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:28:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7011-video-finding-precision-success-in-challenging-times nnewman@lessitermedia.com http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7007 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/7007-technology-corner-bane-welkers-unique-approach-to-precision-service Bane-Welker’s-Unique-Approach-to-Precision-Service.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com Trevor Balthazor hits the ground running as digital specialist for Deere dealer after cutting his teeth as an intern.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6974 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6974-on-the-job-training-paves-way-for-successful-precision-careers DITC_FE_0226_Trevor-Balthazor.jpg Trevor Balthazor jokes that if he can’t fix something on the computer then it’s probably above his pay grade. The digital specialist for Riesterer & Schnell helps farmers in Wisconsin maximize the benefits of precision technology. Noah Newman nnewman@lessitermedia.com The 2026 sales outlook looks solid with 42% forecasting at least 2-7% bump, according to Precision Farming Dealer Benchmark Study. 

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6973 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6973-dealers-report-improved-precision-sales-and-service-numbers-in-2025 PFD-Benchmark-Survey_FE_0226-Precision-Farming-Sales-&-Service-Revenue-Growth-Comparison.jpg Nearly half of dealers surveyed reported an increase in precision sales & service revenue in 2025, compared to only 27% who reported an increase in 2024. Source: Precision Farming Dealer Benchmark Study nnewman@lessitermedia.com Minster, Ohio-based dealership focuses on the ‘little things’ while keeping up with rapidly evolving precision technology.

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6971 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6971-elite-service-hands-on-approach-propel-precision-agri-services-to-2026-most-valuable-dealership-honor PFD-MVD-PASI-Team.jpg Carol Lehmkuhl, Bill Lehmkuhl and Justin Goubeaux (l-r) hold down the fort at Precision Agri Services Inc. (PASI), PFD’s 2026 Most Valuable Dealership, while most of the team is away for Precision Planting training in early December. Noah Newman kschmidt@lessitermedia.com http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6958 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6958-oems-highlight-opportunities-for-technology-and-precision-in-high-value-crops 01-23-26 Slides_OTR8.jpg leo.johnson@machineryadvisors.org

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1/post/6955 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1-from-the-virtual-terminal/post/6955-why-do-i-need-a-budget-prepare-for-no-surprises Leo-Johnson.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6943 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6943-technology-corner-20-20-hindsight-precision-decisions-id-rethink-and-why 20-20-Hindsight--Precision--Decisions-I’d-Rethink-&-Why.png kschmidt@lessitermedia.com Each year dealers are asked to provide their unit sales projections for a number of product categories. Those projections are used to determine dealers’ best bets for improving sales in the year ahead.]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6906 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6906-best-bets-for-increasing-sales Best Bets for Increasing Sales.jpg nnewman@lessitermedia.com http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1/post/6870 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/blogs/1-from-the-virtual-terminal/post/6870-advice-for-aspiring-precision-specialists-dont-be-afraid-to-start-in-the-shop Riesterer and Schnell internship.png nnewman@lessitermedia.com Noah Newman and Kim Schmidt break down everything dealers can expect to learn at the conference, Jan. 5-6 in St. Louis, and also share news about projected attendance, speakers, general sessions, classrooms and networking opportunities. 

]]> http://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6865 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.precisionfarmingdealer.com/articles/6865-breaking-down-what-to-expect-at-the-precision-farming-dealer-summit