The sensor is an autonomous, wireless, solar-driven module that powers, controls and wirelessly connects multiple sensors to a central computer via the cloud.

In this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Farmers Edge, we welcome Jeremy Wilson, specialist with Crop IMS, and Rich Schlipf, owner of Schlipf Precision Ag, who share their unique understanding of the most important things farmers want from dealers.

Central Valley Ag co-operative (CVA) launched its precision agriculture department more than 20 years ago, turning agronomy from an aspect of their business into their calling card. CVA develops innovative, value-added, tailored solutions for growers that lead to lasting relationships with CVA’s customers.

Farmer-owned cooperative Wheat Growers in Aberdeen, S.D., kicked off its 2018 fiscal year Aug. 1 under new leadership. Chris Pearson succeeds Dale Locken, who is retiring as Chief Executive Officer of the cooperative

After field tests to assess the most effective and customer-centric ways of leveraging drone technology with its existing claims operation, Farmers will now expand the use of UAS technology to assist with residential property damage assessments and deliver an even more enhanced experience for its customers.

Senet, a provider of global connectivity and network management for the Internet of Things, and Sensoterra BV, a provider of wireless soil moisture measurement sensors announced a multi-year partnership to operate Sensoterra’s soil moisture system on Senet’s standards-based IoT network.

The most viewed item this for July was a Technology Corner item on John Deere topping the list of GPS use for strip-tillers. Another Technology Corner item on Case IH and Trimble's announcement of a wireless data sharing partnership also topped the list.

Aimed at the business partners of farmers, the new program will extend the company’s platform beyond the farmer to their trusted network of crop consultants, agronomists, service providers and advisors.

Advanced telematic services continue to take shape in precision farming as suppliers partner to integrate and deliver data sharing platforms through their dealer networks.

A definitive agreement has been signed for AGCO to acquire the Precision Planting equipment business.