Jason Beissenherz, Syngenta, (not pictured) brought me up to date on the latest from Syngenta during the recent National Agricultural Aviation Association convention. Jason works out of Grand Island, NE with a focus on the Syngenta fungicide lineup. He says they’re talking about their new QuiltXcel launch. It was in limited release last year and went into full release this … Read More
New Herbicides From Dupont
During the recent National Agricultural Aviation Association convention I learned what’s new with Dupont. I spoke with Craig Alford (pictured center) who told me the aerial applicators are very interested in their new Pastora herbicide for Bermudagrass pasture weed control. They also have several other non crop herbicides in the works too. You can listen to my interview with Craig … Read More
Auburn Open House Highlights Precision Ag Before AG CONNECT
My friend Dr. John Fulton from Auburn University wanted me to remind everyone who is headed to the AG CONNECT Expo in Atlanta, Ga. to make a short side trip to his school (just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta) for an open house put on by Auburn University, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, and the Alabama Precison Agriculture Team. “We felt … Read More
Precision.AgWired.com: Ag Leader’s 2010 in Review and 2011 Preview
In this edition of the Precision.AgWired.com Podcast, sponsored by Ag Leader Technology, we talk to this podcast’s sponsor, Ag Leader and review what the company did in 2010 and what’s to come in 2011. Ag Leader’s marketing manager Dave King says 2010 was a busy year for his company with the introduction of lots of new products, including the Integra … Read More
Precision at National Ag Aviation Convention
Precision farming technology was on display at the National Agricultural Aviation Association (NAAA) Convention in Savannah, Georgia last week. One of the many exhibitors of precision technology at the NAAA Trade Show was AgSync. Their slogan is “It’s not just about maps anymore.” Sales Manager Clay Rassi says the company offers everything from customer management to mapping to communicating work … Read More
What’s New With John Deere
Each year at the National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention they hold a session called Trade Talk. This allows companies to talk directly to farm broadcasters who usually conduct interviews with their representatives. I always ask “what’s new.” So when it comes to what’s new with John Deere Dan Hawkins (pictured on right) was ready, willing and able talk. Dan … Read More
Precision.AgWired.com: Setting Data Standards in Precision Ag
In this edition of the Precision.AgWired.com Podcast, sponsored by Ag Leader Technology, we look at the issue of being able to share data between different precision ag manufacturers’ equipment and software. It’s an issue recognized by the precision agriculture industry as a whole. Members of AgGateway, a consortium of ag businesses that helps the industry share information electronically in the … Read More
Excitement Builds for AG CONNECT Expo 2011
It’s been nearly a year since the inaugural AG CONNECT Expo happened in Orlando, Florida back in January. A successful first-time event, AG CONNECT Expo 2011 is shaping up to be even better. AgWired reporter Cindy Zimmerman caught up with the show’s director Sara Mooney to learn what is on tap for next year’s event being held at the Georgia … Read More
Precision.AgWired.com: FileMaker Software Helps Manage Herds
In this edition of the Precision.AgWired.com Podcast, sponsored by Ag Leader Technology, we take a look at a piece of software and iPhone and iPad application that is helping at least one manager of a herd of cattle be more precise. Everyone wants to be more efficient in how they handle data. Whether you’re multi-national corporation or just a single … Read More
Precision.AgWired.com: Farm Progress Shows Precision Tools
In this edition of the Precision.AgWired.com Podcast, sponsored by Ag Leader Technology, we take a look at some of the precision technology on display at this year’s Farm Progress Show. Show manager Matt Jungmann characterized as a bit soggy (four inches of rain on one night of the shows!) but overall successful demonstration of what America’s farmers are doing today. … Read More