Precision Farming Dealer editors encounter a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at various aspects of our great agricultural industry. Here is our favorite content from the past week:
- Solar Powered Robots Use AI to Scout Crops, Spot-Spray Weeds
- Deere Invests Billions in Self-Driving Tractors, Smart Sprayers
- Inside Look: GUSS the Unmanned Sprayer
- Precision is Key to Success for Australia’s Young Farmer of the Year
- 5 Things Equipment Owners Want from Distributors & Dealers
Best of the Web This Week is brought to you by Salford Group.
As global leaders with the widest range of spinner spreaders and air boom applicators in the industry, Salford Group has got you covered. Backed by over 400 application-specific dealers, eight North American parts distribution centers and revered in-field application support, we’re the partners you need to make your business as productive as possible.
Solar Powered Robots Use AI to Scout Crops, Spot-Spray Weeds
Solinftec introduces their newest AgTech scouting robot, powered by artificial intelligence. We go 1-on-1 with Leo Carvalho, Director of Operations, who explains how the automated machine scans crops for growth rates, plant health and prevalence of any weeds.
Deere Invests Billions in Self-Driving Tractors, Smart Sprayers
John Deere has focused on developing and rolling out software to make its machinery more efficient and productive. But some farmers are voicing concern over the data behind it. Find out why in this article from the Wall Street Journal.
Inside Look: GUSS the Unmanned Sprayer
Meet GUSS! The Everglades Equipment Group introduces us to the unmanned sprayer and shows how it's potentially changing the future of precision ag. This video explores the key features of GUSS and breaks down the top benefits of the autonomous spraying system.
Precision is Key to Success for Australia’s Young Farmer of the Year
27-year old Brad Egan was recently named Australia’s Young Farmer of the Year for 2022. Egan is a big believer in precision ag, spending countless hours crunching data on his family’s 8,400-acre farm. “To be as efficient as we can with our inputs is not only helping us is in a business economic sense, but also with environmental sustainability,” he says.
5 Things Equipment Owners Want from Distributors & Dealers
Being able to meet new digital expectations will help distributors & dealers stand out from the pack, according to this article from Equipment World. The top 5 things equipment owners are seeking include the following: product information, how-to videos, the ability to self-service, service when they need it and smart technology.
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Best of the Web This Week is brought to you by Salford Group.
At Salford Group, we have range - in our product lineup and when it comes time to apply. As global leaders with the widest range of spinner spreaders and air boom applicators in the industry, we’ve got you covered. Salford’s BBI and Valmar applicators are proven over millions of acres and range from simple, durable fleet spreaders to precision, variable rate machines engineered for high acreage, custom application. Backed by over 400 application-specific dealers, eight North American parts distribution centers and revered in-field application support, we’re the partners you need to make your business as productive as possible.
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