PTx Trimble, a joint venture between AGCO and Trimble® specializing in precision agriculture solutions, has announced the launch of its newest innovation—the NAV-960 guidance controller. Unveiled at Agrishow in São Paulo, Brazil, the NAV-960 offers major improvements in positioning...
For cattle producers who depend on wells in pastures and rangelands, keeping a consistent water supply is a top priority. Traditionally, this means checking tanks daily or every other day. But when something goes wrong—like a broken float, pump...
The University of Calgary is leading research that combines animal science and technology to improve cattle production and resource management. Through innovations in health monitoring and water forecasting, researchers are creating practical tools to help beef producers manage herds...
Landus has introduced SkyScout, a new aerial scouting and analytics platform designed to give farmers faster and more accurate insights into crop health. By combining drone and fixed-wing imaging with artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, the tool aims to...
AgBoost, a U.S.-based agricultural technology company specializing in genomic data solutions for cattle producers, has closed a $500,000 investment round and signed a strategic licensing agreement with Australian animal health firm MedIrAlis. These two milestones mark a significant step...
PIP Lethbridge Inc., an agricultural technology company specializing in yellow pea processing, is making significant strides in protein extraction. In 2024, the company received a $215,000 Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) grant through Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)...
Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation technology, has launched ReinCloud 3, its most advanced remote irrigation management solution yet. Designed to boost water efficiency, reduce costs, and improve yields, ReinCloud 3 provides growers with a streamlined platform for...
Choosing the right grain dryer is a crucial decision for farmers, with multiple factors to consider. To simplify the process, GSI has introduced the Dryer Guide, an online tool designed to help farmers find the best dryer for their...
Precision farming is transforming beef operations through technologies that enhance cattle and pasture management. This article highlights two key advancements: activity monitoring systems and RFID ear tags.
Activity Monitoring Systems
Originally developed for dairy farming, activity monitoring systems track rumination, eating...
Source: University of Missouri
Gurbir Singh
Assistant Professor & State Extension Specialist in Soil Science, Agroecology & Landscape Management
What's needed to calibrate a drone?
Drone with calibration curve for selected seed
Computer to plot spreading patterns
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel
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