A Canadian precision ag outfit is feeling frisky after a recent capital infusion, looking at bringing its agnostic data management system to more U.S. growers and retailers.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued a much-awaited decision ruling that FAA rules that apply to manned aircraft apply to unmanned aircraft or drones, reports Forbes.com contributor John Goglia; Pirker can still appeal.

The Open Modus Standard provides the industry with a single, unified format for data management and exchange that can be used across Farm Management Information Systems (FMIS) in support of precision agriculture.

Ayrstone Productivity introduced the AyrMesh Bridge, a 5-mile-long, point-to-point Internet bridge that acts like a wireless Ethernet cable, allowing farmers and ranchers to easily connect distant devices to their networks.

Irrigation Exchange provides for the seamless transfer of precision data to other ag companies from BaseStation3, the new Valley remote irrigation management product.

A coalition of major farm organizations and agriculture technology providers have announced an agreement on data privacy and security principles.

AgGateway's Data Privacy and Security Committee has published a white paper to help the agriculture industry consider ways to incorporate data privacy best practices and standards into their operations.

Steven E. Brazones will join the company as its Chief Financial Officer, effective December 1, 2014. He succeeds Thomas Iacarella, who will remain with the company and work with Brazones to ensure a smooth transition.

The proposed ruling, which the agency has been working on over the past year, is currently being reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget, Jim Williams, manager of the FAA’s UAS integration office, said on Nov. 5.

Farmers Edge has received an investment from Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers’ Green Growth Fund for expansion of Farmers Edge’s technology platform.

Pat Schaddel, a young leader and innovator in precision ag for Brandt Consolidated, passed away on November 6.

Stara and AgJunction have signed an agreement to integrate AgJunction's newest and highest performing steering solution, eDrive XC with Stara's industry-leading precision terminal, the Topper 5500.

The site includes an enhanced homepage, more robust content and new navigation, all leading to a more user-friendly experience.

As part of this data exchange, growers can choose to have their Encirca services prescriptions wirelessly transferred directly to compatible Raven controllers.

For years, Australia has been a leader in precision technology. And recent innovations across crops and precision systems show no signs of slowing down.

PrecisionAg magazine’s event in Ames, IA, “Big Data: Managing Your Most Elusive Farm Asset,” brought together a diverse group of industry stakeholders in the name of making sure retailers and growers get on the same page when it comes

There are many steps to consider when determining whether or not to enter the precision agricultural marketplace.

Ag retailer South Dakota Wheat Growers is using an innovative piece of equipment to enhance the precision ag application work for its growers-customers.

Lindsay’s suite of irrigation management offerings offers effective, accurate remote control.

T-L Irrigation technology outfits irrigation booms with drip hose to offer extra-affordable, highly efficient water application.