Market Watch
February 17, 2011
Geospatial solutions provider RapidEye recently announce that the second coverage of China for the Ministry of Land and Resources (MLR) in as many years has been delivered.
The imagery campaign, which ran from August 1, 2010 through January 11, 2011...
Guidance
February 16, 2011
Equipment manufacturer AGCO along with the company’s technology partner, Topcon Precision Agriculture, recently announce the availability of Topcon’s AES-25 Accurate Electric Steering kits for Challenger and Massey Ferguson high-horsepower tractors, selected Gleaner combines, AGCO application equipment, and other brands of equipment. The...
Guidance
February 16, 2011
Hemisphere GPS announced the release of eTurns, an automatic turn solution available for multiple brands of farm machinery. Designed for Outback eDriveX, Hemisphere GPS’ high-performance auto-steering system, eTurns enables farmers to automatically execute a turn at the end of...
Guidance
February 10, 2011
Wireless connectivity solution company Intuicom Inc. recently announced the release Intuicom RTK Bridge—M. Designed specifically for in-cab or on-machine use, it provides automatic connectivity to Real-Time Networks and replaces the need for tower systems and base stations.
Like all Intuicom...
Data Management
February 9, 2011
As part of its ongoing commitment to double yield output for major commodity crops by 2030, Monsanto has been working on the agronomic side of the equation that it estimates will account for 5% to 7% of the needed...
Data Management
February 2, 2011
Ag Leader Technology, Inc. recently announced the release of the North American Wheat algorithm for OptRx, a crop sensor used for mapping, data collection and real-time variable rate nitrogen application. OptRx crop sensors determine a vegetative index reference value...
Guidance
February 2, 2011
Ag Leader Technology, Inc. recently announced the availability of GLONASS support for the ParaDyme automated steering system beginning this month. enabling the rover to receive signals from the satellites that comprise the Russian global navigation satellite system.
"The main advantage...
Irrigation
January 20, 2011
T-L Irrigation Co., manufacturer of hydrostatically powered pivot and linear irrigation systems, recently released the Precision Point Control III irrigation pivot management system. The PPC III represents the company's newest advancement in mid-level irrigation control. With the addition...
Market Watch
January 20, 2011
Building upon the Slingshot suite of wireless products and services, the Slingshot API is designed to bridge the information gap between activity in the field and existing software at the office. This is made possible through Slingshot's managed wireless...
Guidance
January 20, 2011
Topcon Precision Agriculture recently announced its new System 350 for global precision agriculture, featuring the new all-in-one X30 control console.
“With all new hardware and a revolutionary new interface, Topcon’s System 350 truly sets the industry standard for performance in virtually...
Industry News
January 20, 2011
GVM recently announced the addition of Devron VonGunden to the GVM AgJunction team.
With over six years experience in the agricultural industry, Devron has built a vast understanding of the fundamental processes used within the industry through direct relations with...
Guidance
January 20, 2011
Trimble has always been known for delivering exemplary technology for precision agriculture use, but has most recently ramped up its efforts to be something much more: a provider of total technology solutions for growers and the people and companies...
Data Management
January 13, 2011
"Our goal is to be the leader in developing new technology that will help simplify the lives of producers," says Don Preusser, President of John Deere Insurance Company.
The new Automated Crop Reporting process benefits producers by maximizing their precision...
Irrigation
January 13, 2011
Lindsay Corporation, maker of Zimmatic irrigation systems, recently announced the addition of a new gearbox to the Zimmatic product line. The AT gearbox is designed by Lindsay engineers for the future of center pivot irrigation, according to Lindsay.
"One of...
Guidance
January 13, 2011
An agreement between technology manufacturers Topcon Positioning Systems and Dickey-john will make Topcon's just-introduced X30 control console available as a next generation console to Dickey-john's product line.
The X30 was introduced at the 2011 AgConnect Expo in Atlanta as the...
Guidance
January 13, 2011
The Matrix Pro Guidance System from TeeJet Technologies continues to offer RealView Guidance over Video as the first generation Matrix introduced last winter, but adds several new productivity-enhancing features.
The original Matrix guidance system is the only system available that...
Irrigation
January 6, 2011
Valley Irrigation, manufacturer of precision irrigation solutions, and CropMetrics, a Precision Ag data services company that specializes in variable rate irrigation technology, have formed an alliance that will allow Valley dealers to combine irrigation technology with data-based irrigation management...
Guidance
January 6, 2011
Last year at the Ag Connect Expo, Leica Geosystems expanded its lineup of products to provide guidance solutions for a wider range of user needs and budgets. This year, Leica has announced a number of significant improvements to each...
Market Watch
December 22, 2010
Geospatial solutions company RapidEye recently announced today that VIASAT GeoTechnologies has signed a distributor agreement to join its distribution team in Canada.
"We have already worked on significant data projects with VIASAT GeoTechnologies in the past and look forward to...
Guidance
December 16, 2010
Hemisphere GPS recently announced the availability of Satloc Bantam, a new mid-level GPS guidance solution for the aerial market.
Target markets include a growing customer segment seeking specific high-end features in a lower priced platform, and the niche market of...
