One of the toughest challenges ag retailers and agronomists have faced in using precision ag technologies is that different software and hardware systems haven’t been able to “talk” to each other, hampering the ability to help producers manage valuable data. Now that is changing with the introduction of AgGateway’s ADAPT software toolkit.

Topcon has announced the acquisition of NORAC Systems International, a developer of ultrasonic sensing and boom control technology for ag equipment. This is the third precision ag-related purchase Topcon has made since Nov. 2014.

Digi-Star, a leader in agricultural solutions involving weight sensors and control systems for feeding, planting, fertilizer and harvest equipment manufacturers, will continue to be based in Fort Atkinson, Wis., with its acquisition by Topcon.

Joe Tevis, director of agronomic products and services for Topcon Precision Agriculture, talks about the recent testing and capabilities of AgGateway's Standardized Precision Ag Data Exchange (SPADE) Toolbox, which is designed to be a "complexity management" tool for more seamless transfer of precision farm data.

Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA) announces a new global Systems Integration Team(SIT) to be headed by Brian Sorbe. As manager of SIT, Sorbe will report to Michael Bourke, TPA director of sales, and be based in the United States.

Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA) has given away two separate precision farming systems to farmers who signed up for the giveaway contest at recent farm shows.