New technology can help farmers achieve sustainability goals by reducing compaction, tracking soil organic matter and water use, allowing for targeted weed management and more. But it takes a long time for farm equipment to be put out to pasture, so convincing farmers to invest in these emerging technologies will take time.

Agritechnica has a reputation as being the international hub for emerging farm equipment and technology. The 2015 show in Hannover, Germany, once again offered a diverse glimpse into emerging agricultural machinery trends that could influence the North American market in the near future.

For 29 years, members of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) have recognized the most innovative advancements in engineering in the areas of agriculture, food and biological systems with the AE50 Award.