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The Prologue for Precision Agriculture Today

By Steve Sonka posted on November 21, 2024 | Posted in Precision Agriculture 101, Data Management
Source: University of Illinois farmdoc daily
A few years ago, I was chatting with an Illinois farmer about how he used precision technologies, such as yield monitors and auto-steer. After a few minutes, he looked at me and asked, “How else would you farm?” Maybe, in the 2040’s, the conversation will focus on data; how to acquire and analyze it.
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Utilizing Precision Agriculture, Stacking Technology Pays Off

From planting to harvest, the benefits of precision technology add up, says no-tiller Tim Norris of Gambier, Ohio
By Elise Koning posted on August 22, 2024 | Posted in Precision Agriculture 101, Data Management
Tim Norris estimates that an RTK auto-steer system costs $18,000-$25,000. With this system, there are 3% fewer acres to plant, which translates to 3% less seed, labor and fertilizer used. For a system that costs $18,000, it would take 3,333 acres to see ROI, while a $25,000 system would take 4,629 acres to see ROI.
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Opportunities for Dealers, Manufacturers with Growing Strip-Till Practice (PDF)

$99.00

For years, there has been anecdotal evidence that there are pockets of strip-till growth, a niche that began to be commercially served by manufacturers in the 1990s. Evidence comes from both the farm and the dealership levels, with local ambassadors for the practice promoting the benefits and converting neighbors and customers. These are encouraging stories that reinforce the commitment strip-tillers make, along with the challenges they face and rewards they earn. The objective of this report is to create a “how to” guide for dealers not yet operating within the strip-till market and provide them with insights from farmers and dealers on what it means to carry, sell and service strip-till equipment.

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Ivy Tech Community College, Lafayette Campus

The college offers an associate degree in Applied Science in Agriculture (60 credit hours). Students enrolled in this program may specialize in precision farming technology by selecting up to 15 credit hours in this area and agriculture business, sales and agronomy.
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Lake Region State College - Dakota Precision Ag Center

The college offers an AAS in Precision Agriculture and customized precision ag- related training for agricultural producers, insurance underwriters, equipment dealer and agricultural cooperative employees and others.
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HTS Ag Precision Ag Solutions

Offering training on Ag Leader, Trimble, Reichhardt, Norac and Integris Systems in twice yearly customer training events (spring/fall). Also offering individual training opportunities on any HTS Ag products and SMS software, year round.
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