AgTech Conference Goes Bigger and Better

Kelly MarshallEvents, technology

The third annual RoyseLaw Silicon Valley AgTech Conference has doubled the amount of space over last year’s event.  The Conference, being held on May 6, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, has sold out the last two years and this years event is shaping up to be even better. … Read More

Group Mobile Adds Trimble Tablet to Product Line

Kelly MarshallAgribusiness, Mobile, technology, Trimble

The Trimble Kenai Rugged Tablet Computer offers all-in-one solutions that can be used at home or in the office as well as in the field.  Its ability to be used in outdoor settings makes the Trimble Kenai a great addition to the Group Mobile product line. “Connectivity, ruggedness and versatility are vital for mobile workers—and Trimble has a history of … Read More

CropMetrics to be Featured on Discovery

Kelly MarshallAgribusiness, Conservation, technology

CropMetrics, an agriculture company specializing in precision irrigation and advanced agronomic solutions, will be features in an episode of Innovations on the Discovery channel.  Viewers will have the opportunity to learn about CropMetrics’ mission to develop and supply precision management technology solutions that increase water, nutrient and energy efficiency while practicing natural resource conservation. “We are very excited to share … Read More

FarmLink Splits Company to Position Growth

Jamie JohansenAgribusiness, Data, Equipment, Machinery, Software, technology

FarmLink has made the decision to split the company into two businesses. FarmLink will focus on advanced data analytics and MachineryLink Solutions will steer towards equipment sharing solutions. “For local farmers, global agribusiness and others across the industry, new technology brings much needed insights and solutions to pull early adopters to the head of the pack. As we talked with … Read More

Agrible Joins With Illinois Corn for Precision Conservation

Cindy ZimmermanAgrible, Conservation, Corn, technology

Agrible, Inc. is joining with the Illinois Corn Growers Association (ICGA) and other partners to implement the Precision Conservation Management Program (PCM), which was recently awarded a $5.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Illinois Corn is excited to have Agrible as a partner in the PCM program,” said Laura Gentry, Director of Water Quality Science. “We share … Read More

Mavrx Drone-Assisted Scouting to Take Flight

Cindy ZimmermanAerial Imagery, drone, Scouting, technology, UAV

Mavrx drone-assisted scouting is coming soon to a field near you. Mavrx ultra-high resolution (UHR) imagery for autonomous drone scouting capabilities will be available this year for select growers and agronomists to cover more acres in less time. Using aerial imagery to unlock the potential of UAVs, Mavrx is leveraging its nation-wide UHR aerial imaging network to quickly identify revenue … Read More

New Holland Introduces PLM RTK+ at #NFMS16

Cindy ZimmermanAudio, National Farm Machinery Show, New Holland, technology

During this week’s National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky, New Holland formally introduced the PLM RTK+ correction program, the first cellular-delivered RTK correction signal on the market, and several representatives were on-hand to discuss the diverse array of features and benefits this technology will offer producers across North America. “The big idea is that as our farmers and producers … Read More

AEM Executive Outlook Panel at #NFMS16

Cindy ZimmermanAEM, Agribusiness, Audio, NFMS, Policy, technology

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) hosted an Ag Executive Outlook panel during the opening day of the 2016 National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville this week. Industry executives on the panel included Todd Stucke with Kubota, Leif Magnusson of CLAAS Global Sales Americas, Jim Walker with Case IH NAFTA, Great Plains Manufacturing president Linda Salem, and AEM Senior Vice … Read More

Agrible Morning Farm Report wins AE50 Award

Cindy ZimmermanAward, Data, technology

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has named Morning Farm Report by Agrible a winner of a 2016 AE50 Award for Outstanding Innovations in Product or Systems Technology. “Many of us at Agrible are ASABE members, 20 years for me, and it’s a great honor for Morning Farm Report to be recognized by the society I’ve respected … Read More

Trimble, Vantage Partner to Serve Precision Ag

Kelly MarshallAgribusiness, technology, Trimble

With the field of precision agriculture growing quickly, Trimble is ready to meet the challenges and better serve the farmers using their technology.  The company has just announced they will be extending their distribution channel with a global network of independent distribution partners.  This new Vantage distribution network will offer precision expertise to growers, advisors, retailers, co-operatives and local dealers. … Read More