Precision A to Z session for farmers and dealers who want a complete overview A two-day survey for farmers and agribusinesses who want an overview of how to put a precision farming program together on their farm. Presenters were industry leaders, farmers, and university staff, all with experience in implementing precision farming systems. Experience reports, new tools, and support needs for building a GIS system. Intensive soil sampling, electromagnetic induction systems, aerial photography, and soil sensor systems. A second session focused on Internet commerce and specific information services for dealers.
Experience reports from university and industry researchers and farmers.
Impact of precision farming and information technology on US agriculture now and in the future. World-wide perspective on opportunities and impact of precision farming and information technology. Leaders showed how local farmers and agribusinesses are really using this technology and shared their ideas on how to expand it. Research programs, StratSoy Information, system, and hands-on use of the Internet were also featured at the conference. Several vendors conducted workshops on the use of their software and hardware systems.