As technology continues to reshape agriculture, dairy farms are increasingly turning to smart tools to improve herd management, productivity, and sustainability. Two terms often used in this space are precision livestock farming and digital livestock farming. While they may...
PTx Trimble, a joint venture between AGCO and Trimble® specializing in precision agriculture solutions, has announced the launch of its newest innovation—the NAV-960 guidance controller. Unveiled at Agrishow in São Paulo, Brazil, the NAV-960 offers major improvements in positioning...
Monarch Tractor has partnered with Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) to make its MK-V Dairy tractor more accessible to dairy producers across the U.S., aiming to help address labor shortages, improve operational efficiency, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions on...
Landus has introduced SkyScout, a new aerial scouting and analytics platform designed to give farmers faster and more accurate insights into crop health. By combining drone and fixed-wing imaging with artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, the tool aims to...
Robotic milking systems (RMS) are becoming increasingly common on dairy farms. Many producers choose this technology to improve labor flexibility and enhance quality of life for both themselves and their employees.
Feeding Management Is Key to RMS Performance
Feeding management is...
PIP Lethbridge Inc., an agricultural technology company specializing in yellow pea processing, is making significant strides in protein extraction. In 2024, the company received a $215,000 Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) grant through Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)...
Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation technology, has launched ReinCloud 3, its most advanced remote irrigation management solution yet. Designed to boost water efficiency, reduce costs, and improve yields, ReinCloud 3 provides growers with a streamlined platform for...
Choosing the right grain dryer is a crucial decision for farmers, with multiple factors to consider. To simplify the process, GSI has introduced the Dryer Guide, an online tool designed to help farmers find the best dryer for their...
Researchers from the University of Idaho’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences are contributing to a multi-institutional project developing Self-learning Dairy (SLDairy), an AI-powered precision feeding system. Designed to optimize rations for individual dairy cows, SLDairy integrates with existing...
Source: University of Missouri
Gurbir Singh
Assistant Professor & State Extension Specialist in Soil Science, Agroecology & Landscape Management
What’s needed to calibrate a drone?
Drone with calibration curve for selected seed
Computer to plot spreading patterns
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel
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