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Autonomous Deere 8R Tractor Refuses to Till, Citing Moral Concerns

April 1, 2024

Discover the tale of a farmer named Tom whose trusty autonomous tractor, JD, takes a stand against traditional farming practices, leading him on a journey to embrace sustainability and revolutionize agriculture in his quaint countryside town.

Finding the Precision Payback No Matter How Small the Farm

A modest investment in GPS and auto-steer technology can bring a substantial return on investment for smaller no-till operations, says a precision farming specialist.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on May 18, 2015 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture

The decision to spend several thousand dollars on cutting-edge precision farming technology is a calculated one for any no-tiller. But for the small-acre operator, getting a return on investment is especially critical to justify the expense.

Implement Guidance Paves The Way To Profitability

Technology that keeps field implements in line is gaining momentum as no-tillers and strip-tillers see increased yields, and lower input costs, through improved accuracy with field operations.

By Jack Zemlicka posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture

When Jim Irwin began strip-tilling in 1996, one of his biggest frustrations was being unable to precisely place seed in the strips he formed in the fall.

Be Precise Where It Matters

Implement guidance, steering systems more accurately place seed and reduce guess rows by ensuring seed is precisely placed

By Dan Zinkland posted on February 1, 2010 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

8 Precision Practices That Pay To The Max

High-tech tools make management techniques possible that keep crop production at Rulon Enterprises efficient and cost-effective.

By Martha Ostendorf posted on May 1, 2009 | Posted in Precision Agriculture

Remember the simple days when high-tech in the field meant having a tractor with air conditioning and a radio? Today, cabs are positively teeming with technology.

Owning Your Own Sprayer Never Looked So Good

Being precise with chemical applications dramatically cuts input costs, while being timelier with pesticides protects yield potential.

By Darrell Bruggink posted on August 1, 2008 | Posted in Crop Protection, Equipment

Timing is everything, especially when it comes to controlling weeds, insects and diseases. Spray delays of even a day or two, in some instances, can cause substantial erosion in yield potential.

Whether Chopping Or Distributing Residue, Do It Evenly

Tougher stalks from Bt corn hybrids, increased use of fungicides and the chance to trim fertilizer needs are bringing more attention to effective residue management at harvesttime.

By Frank Lessiter posted on August 1, 2008 | Posted in Precision Agriculture, Residue Management

How you manage your crop residues this fall can have a major impact on the profit of your 2009 crops.

Sorting Through The Strip-Till Puzzle Pieces

Precision expert and strip-tiller Steve Cubbage lays out the key considerations for managing a successful, top-notch strip-till system.

By Darrell Bruggink posted on August 1, 2008 | Posted in Strip-Till Farming

If you’re going to make strip-till work, Steve Cubbage warns you, first of all, that it isn’t for the “faint of heart.”

Automatic Guidance Systems Putting Corn In The Right Spot

September 1, 2007 | Posted in Nutrient Management, Precision Agriculture

It's fair to say that optimum fertility helps produce optimum yields. Getting the right nutrients to the corn plant is imperative.

Autosteering Options Increasing As No-Tillers Look To Next Year

Implement steering and compatibility with other equipment are key features that could grab attention and address common challenges of precision farming.

By Ron Ross posted on December 1, 2006 | Posted in Equipment, Precision Agriculture

More no-tillers, especially many who are adopting strip-tillage, are investing in assisted steering to make their efforts easier and more accurate. Assisted steering of both tractors and implements can boost precision field operations.

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Cover Crops, Strip-Till Spark Desert Soil Revival

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