Last month, Ag Leader Software Support Specialist Luke James had the opportunity to travel to southern Texas to meet with Cody Bruner, Ag Leader SW Territory Manager, to discuss the value of data with a few key dealers and farmers from the region. Read and watch as James recounts his trip, how precision ag helps growers throughout the region, and … Read More
Will Corn Crops Make it Through the Summer?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ” How will Obamacare affect you and your business?” Our poll results: Sixty percent said negatively; thirty percent said positively; five percent said not at all and the remaining five percent didn’t know. Our new ZimmPoll is now live and asks the question, ” How worried are you about the weather impact on crops … Read More
Ag Leader’s Educator Training
Ag Leader’s 3rd annual Educator’s Training will be held on Aug. 2-3 at Ag Leader Academy. The program is designed for institutions that are teaching precision ag practices to their students either in the classroom or in the field with the purpose of educating institutions on Ag Leader’s various services and products, as well as to provide hands on demonstrations … Read More
Some Still Optimistic About a Farm Bill
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, ” When do you think Congress will complete a Farm Bill?” Our poll results: Twenty-two percent were optimistic and said before Sept. 30, 2012; twenty-eight percent were a bit more hesitant but said before the end of this calendar year; and twenty-five percent said both next year and maybe never. Our new ZimmPoll is … Read More
TeeJet Launches High-Precision GNSS Receivers
TeeJet Technologies is pleased to announce the availability of a new line of high-precision GNSS receivers for use in the most demanding ag applications. Both receivers utilize an integrated receiver and antenna packaged in a single, rugged enclosure for easy installation and long-term durability. These receivers are ideal for applications requiring high levels of accuracy such as strip-tillage, controlled traffic … Read More
Unplanned Strip Trials
Aaron Friedlein, Ag Leader Certified Crop Advisor and product manager, farms part-time in northeast Iowa and also helps on his parents’ farm. He notes that, “Each growing season presents itself with new challenges and an opportunity to learn something new — some of these challenges are planned, some are surprises.” In this week’s special installment of “Insights Weekly,” Aaron shares … Read More
When Will Congress Pass a Farm Bill?
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Will you buy E15 for your MY2001 or later car if it’s offered?” Our poll results: Nearly half, forty-nine percent, said Yes; twenty-nine percent said No; and twenty-two percent said it depends on price. Looks like consumers are in favor of having a choice at the pump, and are fans of ethanol! Our new … Read More
Changes for OptRx™ Users in v3.3 Firmware
With the new Ag Leader Crop Sensor Rate Table available to OptRx™ users, more growers are utilizing this on-the-fly, variable rate tool to maximize yield potential. Many Ag Leader customers are using the OptRx crop sensing technology to apply an assortment of agrochemicals such as fertilizers, defoliants, pesticides, growth regulators, and more at a variable rate, according to real-time data … Read More
Majority of Businesses Know Nothing of Pinterest
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Does Your Business Have an Interest in Pinterest?” Our poll results: Thirty-one percent said Yes, part of our marketing plan or just figuring it out; thirty-one percent said No, no application for us; and thirty-eight percent knew nothing about Pinterest. Our new ZimmPoll is now live and asks the question, “Will you buy E15 … Read More
Vermeer Introduces BPX9000 Bale Processor
The all-new BPX9000 Bale Processor from Vermeer combines simplicity, durability and versatility to meet the needs of today’s cattle producers. The easy to operate machine is built tough with a unique, T-style frame, the bed design and offset rotor produce even and consistent feed with minimal maintenance, and an optional large square bale kit includes enhancements to effectively process a … Read More