AutoFarm’s new ParaDyme precision farming system comes complete with an integrated cellular modem for RTK accuracy with no base station when using the company’s unique, optional RTK ReadyConnect service. RTK ReadyConnect allows ParaDyme users to access their state DOT CORS Network and receive RTK GPS accuracy without the expense of a base station, or without subscribing to an RTK tower … Read More
Topcon Offers New AutoSteer System
Topcon Precision Agriculture introduces a new advanced autosteering system and new electric steering kits for tractors. System 250 autosteering application combines multi-constellation and combination receiver/controller features of the AGI-3 with the all-in-one control features of Topcon’s X20 console. A wide range of off-road vehicles are supported for this autosteering system, utilizing either direct interface through CANbus or ISObus, or the … Read More
The Move to Reduce Monitor/Controller Cab Clutter
The fight for space in the tractor/sprayer/combine cab continues, especially as more and more precision farming capabilities are added to an operation. Clutter has happened for a variety of reasons. From anxious early adopter growers buying numerous early controllers, to anxious dealers selling the latest equipment without regard to grower needs, to growers not thinking about longer term needs. Paul … Read More
New Vacuum Planter Electric Row Shutoff from Ag Leader
If you’re thinking about adding precision farming planter row shutoff technology, you should look into the SureVac electric shutoff that AgLeader now offers, designed for John Deere vacuum planters. Claimed to be easily installed, SureVac is designed for the Deere Pro-Series XP row units, but is compatible with any Deere vacuum seed meter made in the last 20 years. It … Read More
Planter Row Control Can Save You Money
As I talk to many growers about their adoption of precision farming equipment and tools, I always like to find out what technology they could eliminate from their operation—if they were forced to give up something. Well, as you can probably guess, almost everyone who has auto steer would never go back to steering again. Who can blame them. However, … Read More
Raven Partners With Versatile Tractors & Sprayers
Raven precision agriculture products will now be offered on both the Versatile tractor line as well as its new self-propelled sprayer line, thanks to a strategic partnership between Raven Industries and Buhler Industries. The Versatile Precision Ag System, or VPAS, will include a combination of Raven’s SCS consoles, Cruizer guidance system, Envizio Pro and Viper Pro field computers, and SmarTrax … Read More
Training Can Truly Speed Precision Ag Adoption
As with any piece of machinery, computer, etc., there’s always a bit of a learning curve. Same goes for precision farming equipment. A good dealer with good technicians can be worth their weight in gold. But good ongoing training from a manufacturer can really help speed the adoption process. To that end, this week I asked Jessica Reis, Marketing Communications … Read More
Learn How CORS Network Can Fit Precision Farming
To give you a better understanding of the CORS (Continuously Operating Reference Stations) Network, Bill Cran, GPS & Guidance Product Specialist at Ag Leader Technology, answered our questions about its use in precision agriculture. 1. Why should a grower consider the CORS network and technology? • CORS is a service provided by some states, and in most cases is provided … Read More
Ohio Tillage & Technology Conference Coming in February
Growers from Ohio and surrounding states should make plans now to attend the annual Conservation Tillage and Technology Conference, February 25-26 on the Ohio Northern University campus in Ada, Ohio. On Friday the 26, one of the concurrent sessions is all about planters and precision agriculture. Presentation topics include planter and drill adjustment, precision guidance systems for auto steer, introduction to … Read More
Hemisphere Adds New Outback Products
At this week’s AG CONNECT Expo in Orlando, Fla., Hemisphere GPS introduced a new Outback eDriveX hydraulic auto-steering system and the Outback A220 smart GPS antenna. “We are very excited about taking our new auto-steering technology to market as it takes our product portfolio to a completely new level of precision steering and control performance,” said Steven Koles, President and … Read More