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Focus On Precision Technology Reaps Strip-Till Benefits

GPS guidance, variable-rate seeding and other technologies have provided Ohio’s Brian Watkins with a 145% return on investment.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on November 1, 2013 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

Not every farmer using precision-ag technology takes time to crunch the numbers and get a tangible feel for their return on investment.

High Tech Used To Evaluate Soil Fertility For Soybeans And Corn

June 14, 2013 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

Source: By Johnny Morgan, LSU Ag Center

Portable X-ray fluorescence spectrometry is normally a process used by those in the metal industry, but a study funded by the Louisiana Soybean and Grain Research and Promotion Board is using the equipment to look at fertility issues in corn and soybeans.

Implement Guidance Paves The Way To Profitability

Technology that keeps field implements in line is gaining momentum as no-tillers and strip-tillers see increased yields, and lower input costs, through improved accuracy with field operations.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture

When Jim Irwin began strip-tilling in 1996, one of his biggest frustrations was being unable to precisely place seed in the strips he formed in the fall.

Fine-Tuning Fertility Makes Strip-Till More Profitable

Using precision technology, Paul and Mike Schweitzer continue to evolve their strip-till and fertilizer systems to slash input costs, preserve soil and water quality and achieve higher yields.

By Clair Urbain posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

Paul And Mike Schweitzer don’t see the sense in tilling every inch of every field of their 1,200-acre farm operation.

Emerging Use Of Drones May Change Face Of No-Tilling

Crop scouting, 3-D mapping, spot spraying and pathogen detection all could be performed by unmanned aerial vehicles to cut labor and input costs and improve decision making.

By John Dobberstein posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

In the not-so-distant future, farmers wanting to scout fields for diseases and pests, spot spray for weeds or obtain 3-D maps of their farm ground will be turning to tiny autonomous helicopters or planes to do the job.

Top Mistakes, And Solutions, When Managing Precision Data

No-tillers can get more out of precision farming if they’re savvier about storing and protecting their data and interpreting it, says consultant Tim Norris.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on April 1, 2013 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

As more farmers gravitate toward collecting and analyzing precision data to make better management decisions, there are numerous pitfalls to watch out for.

Tiling Boom Creates Business Opportunities For No-Tillers

The increased yields from improved soil drainage and long waits to get tile installed presents no-tillers with a new opportunity for a sideline enterprise.

By Mark Parker posted on February 1, 2013 | Posted in Precision Agriculture, Water Management

The economics of installing drainage systems on poorly drained farm ground are clearly positive for most no-tillers.

Data Sharing ‘Crosses The Line’

Precision farming consultants are working with groups of farmers to pool and share precision data to improve decision making and boost farm profits and efficiency.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on November 1, 2012 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

Farmers have always trusted the advice of their peers when it comes to adapting their planting, fertility and harvesting methods.

Garbage-In, Garbage-Out Soil Sample Data

The advice may vary this year, but a good overall plan for soil data collection and use is a perennial must.

By Martha Mintz posted on November 1, 2012 | Posted in Precision Agriculture, Soil Health

Now more than ever before, no-tillers have the ability to compile mounds and mounds of data. But you may need to be careful about gathering too much rope.

‘Heads Up’ Solutions For Managing Corn Residue

Chopping corn heads and new header technology are giving no-tillers much-improved tools to manage tough Bt corn residue in preparation for planting.

By John Dobberstein posted on August 1, 2012 | Posted in Equipment, Residue Management

Aside from what goes in the bin, there probably isn't a more important task during corn harvest for no-tillers than making sure residue is properly processed.

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