Are you interested in getting the latest information about precision ag equipment? If so, here are a few stops you might want to schedule this summer in order to talk with Ag Leader experts: • InfoAg in Springfield, IL July 12-14 Who should attend? Producers who want to learn more about technology applications and data management and interpretation. From hi-tech … Read More
Mother Nature Won’t Have The Last Laugh
What problem cost growers the most during planting season? In this edition of the Precision.AgWired.com Podcast, sponsored by Ag Leader Technology, we’ll look at some of the challenges growers have faced this spring after Mother Nature’s temper tantrum and how the technological advancements in modern agriculture can benefit them. I sat down with Sean Arians, Education Coordinator for Precision Planting, … Read More
Summer Dealer Training Sessions Benefit Dealers and Customers
Ag Leader is excited to provide their dealer network more summer training sessions than ever at the Ag Leader Academy in 2011! Ag Leader Academy will be offering 62 opportunities to attend 11 different courses, beginning June 2 and ending August 12. Rick Hoeing, Precision Ag Specialist for Jacobi Sales in Seymour, Ind., says these trainings are invaluable for his … Read More
Assisted or Automatic Steering: Can It Help You?
As you are faced with trying to do more with less, efficiency is a frequently heard buzzword. But, learning about what products are on the market to help you increase field speed, reduce fuel costs and allow you to start earlier, run later and continue longer with less fatigue – now that’s a challenge in itself. And who has time, … Read More
Planting Update Direct From Iowa
This week, we caught up with Kent Johnson, farmer from centrally located Clemons, Iowa, for an update on the 2011 planting season and his use of precision ag equipment, direct from his tractor cab or as he refers to it, his “office”. Kent tells us he got an early start on corn in mid-April, but then had to delay by … Read More
SMS v11 Released From Ag Leader
Ag Leader Technology recently released Version 11 of the SMS Desktop Software, which offers many new features and benefits to help improve the operation and interface of the software. Whether it is data from planting, fertilizing, spraying, harvest or guidance, SMS houses and organizes the data for easy access. Jessica Ahrens, Ag Leader Software Support Specialist, says SMS Version 11 … Read More
Ag Leader’s Blue Delta Dealers
Blue Delta, an elite precision farming distribution network from Ag Leader, was created to help precision farming dealers become well-rounded precision farming experts. Blue Delta creates an opportunity for the best of these dealers to separate themselves with in-depth training and increased product and marketing support so they can become an even better resource for their customers. The end user’s … Read More
Precision.AgWired.com: Connecting with the Connected Farmer
In this edition of the Precision.AgWired.com Podcast, sponsored by Ag Leader Technology, we’ll look at how some farmers are using their online time and the social media tools they’re using to make important purchases. A recent survey by AgHaven showed that more farmers are spending more time online but are sometimes frustrated with the results. AgHaven President, Srik Soogoor says … Read More
AutoSwath Looks Ahead
You may already be in the fields planting, but it’s not too late to consider investing in automatic swath control – a tool that could save you time AND money, and save the environment. Not only does Ag Leader Technology’s AutoSwath feature reduce seed cost by not doubling seed, but it also can increase yield potential in areas that are … Read More
The International Precision Agriculture Landscape
This week, we caught up with Ag Leader Marketing Manager Dave King for a question and answer session in order to gain insight into the international precision agriculture landscape and what’s coming next. Here’s the inside look: Q: How is the use of precision agriculture growing across the world? What applications are growing at a faster rate? A: Precision ag … Read More