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Precision Farming Systems 101

Precision farming systems have grown substantially in popularity in recent years, but are still a large unknown to many. So what exactly is precision farming? Here are the basics.

Precision farming means knowing where you are in a field and the characteristics of that specific area. Leveraging this information allows you to make better management decisions while also:

Improving crop yield and profits

Reducing chemical/fertilizer costs through more efficient application thereby reducing pollution

Maintaining more accurate farm records

Precision farming has only recently become feasible on a large-scale due to the development of new technologies. For accurate precision farming, GPS, variable rate spreaders and monitors, remote sensors, and other technologies are a must as they allow you to identify and carry out the appropriate course of action in regards to:

Application rate/time for fertilizer, pesticides and lime

Tillage practices

Irrigation scheduling

Cultivar selections

Planting dates, populations and depth

With the appropriate technology, precision farming systems can be utilized with almost any agricultural commodity and can be can be controlled and monitored about every 3 feet in the field at a reasonable cost. If you're just learning more about precision farming systems, it is recommended you consult with dealers or other local farmers for referrals on equipment.

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