Forage Technology

Economics of spray drones

lucas.weber@agbusiness.ca — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:52:18 -0400

Application drones are a very exciting advancement to the drone industry. Like any equipment, we want to see how this type of investment pencils out – starting with an understanding of the fixed/variable overhead costs to see if it fits on your operation and what the return on investment (ROI) is on a piece of equipment such as a spray drone.

Forage tools take flight

Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Crop scouts and farmers are using imagery drones for early season weed and crop scouting, and drones are becoming a reliable tool for quickly and efficiently identifying problems in the field.

May 2025 new product rollout

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Check out new products from John Deere, Kubota and more.

Equipment Hub: Eco-friendly and modular designs lead innovations in planting equipment

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The planting machinery market is advancing in precision farming, automation and sustainable technologies, driven by the need for efficiency and environmental consciousness.

Top 5 ag tech trends for 2025: What’s next for regenerative agriculture?

info@agmatix.com — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Reflecting on 2024’s progress, Ron Baruchi, CEO of Agmatix, explores how these advancements shape the future of global agricultural innovation, turning potential into practical, impactful change.

CIG partners develop 3D technology to help farmers with weed suppression

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

North Carolina State University, Texas A&M University and Iowa State University are partnering with the USDA NRCS and developing technology to help curb weed growth.

Advancing precision agriculture through industrial control system technologies

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:00:24 -0500

Precision agriculture represents a transformative approach to farming, leveraging advanced technologies to optimize agricultural productivity, enhance resource efficiency and promote sustainable practices.

What is a spray drone and how is it changing modern farming?

lucas.weber@agbusiness.ca — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Applying inputs onto crops is a part of any production operation – directly or indirectly. So, how can we be applying these inputs so that they are more efficient and cost conscious? Many have turned to spray drones for the answer – quickly making drone-based aerial application a sustainable option for the future.

Equipment Hub: One of the best-kept secrets – the infrared noncontact thermometer

bnelson1946@live.com — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 11:47:32 -0400

An infrared no-contact thermometer can be a lifesaver. At least it can make things easier. My last big event behind the wheel of a hay truck was not an 18-wheeler but a 34-wheeler. Helping a friend in Nevada move his hay close to the California border where the 18-wheel California hay trucks could haul it on to the end users.

Precision starter guide for hay and forage equipment

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The use of precision technology has been a pivotal evolution for agricultural practices, aiding farmers in crop management, resource optimization and operational efficiency.

June 2024 new product rollout

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Check out our new product rollout for June 2024.

Equipment Hub: Maximizing efficiency during hay season

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Hay season is in high gear. Whether you are still working on that first cutting or moving on to second (or even third) cuts, ensuring your hay equipment is in optimal condition becomes a priority to avoid unexpected downtime during these critical hay harvest periods.

May 2024 new product rollout

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Check out the four new products featured in the May 2024 new product rollout.

Getting a grip on ergonomics

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Most, if not all, farm operators can relate to the difficulties women in particular encounter trying to use a bucket tractor or skid loader designed for a man who has a longer reach, higher grip strength and a much different way of engaging the safety seat power shut-off switch.

Technology meets tradition

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

At William K. Perry Farms, Bill, a fifth-generation farmer, has worked alongside his dad for the past 20 years. With many years of familial experience, they are working toward a more efficient operation by blending technology into tradition.

April 2024 new product rollout

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Check out the four new products featured in our April 2024 new product lineup.

March 2024 new product rollout

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Check out the March 2024 new product lineup.

Forensic files: Soil edition

scott_fleming@rockriverlab.com — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

There is a new testing method in town. It is far different than any other form of agronomic testing taking place over the last century. Instead of looking at a soil's chemical properties, we catch a glimpse into the soil's DNA.