Industry News
August 13, 2015
WinField, a leading provider of seed, crop protection products and agronomic expertise, has announced four personnel changes to its agronomy and product development team aimed at bolstering the company’s technology and data capabilities.
“These changes will further enhance our ag...
Market Watch
July 14, 2015
Raven Industries enhanced its line of high speed modems with the release of the new Slingshot Field Hub 2.0. This new addition boasts data speeds of up to 4G in areas where coverage is available, making the modem ten...
Market Watch
June 10, 2015
Topcon Positioning Group announces the acquisition of NORAC Systems International, a pioneer and the world’s leading developer of ultrasonic sensing and boom control technology for agricultural equipment, in a private transaction.
“For more than 40 years NORAC has created innovative...
Market Watch
June 2, 2015
SST Software will hold its 2015 Vision Conference on July 27, 2015 from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch in St. Louis, MO. The Vision Conference will be held the day before...
Industry News
May 21, 2015
As of May 4, 2015, Allison Bass joined the Topcon Precision Agriculture business unit as Channel Marketing Manager — Agriculture, reporting to Scott Langbein, Director, Channel Marketing Manager – Americas and Australasia
Bass brings a wealth of ag marketing experience...
Data Management
May 19, 2015
When disease threatens yields this season, farmers have reliable data to help them decide if and when a certain treatment will benefit their potential bottom-line profits. Key insights from the 2014 Answer Plot Program by WinField show that fungicide...
Data Management
April 28, 2015
Topcon Positioning Systems announces it has received a national exemption from FAA that allows for operation of its unmanned aerial system (UAS) in the United States. The exemption covers the operation of the Sirius Basic and Sirius Pro for...
Data Management
April 24, 2015
Wilbur-Ellis Company — the No. 4 ranked ag retailer on the 2014 CropLife Top 100 ranking of the largest U.S. retailers — has received FAA approval to operate OR-based HoneyComb Corporation's AgDrone System commercially, reports HoneyComb Corp.'s Ben Howard via...
Guidance
April 23, 2015
Topcon Positioning Group announces the launch of its completely reimagined website. The new layout is designed to provide a comprehensive and user-friendly experience for global visitors, and to address the needs of customers in the expanding markets of Topcon...
Guidance
April 17, 2015
Topcon Positioning Group announces the kickoff of the 2015 Topcon Technology Roadshow in Toronto, ON. The mobile solutions center will embark on its trek on April 22-23, and then continue all across North America stopping in more than 30...
Data Management
April 9, 2015
With the upcoming release of MapShots Inc.'s Service Pack 0, AgStudio users who also subscribe to Raven Industries' Slingshot system will be able to automatically download data from Slingshot web accounts and Raven’s popular line of Field Computers. The...
Market Watch
April 2, 2015
EFC Systems, Inc. today announced it has signed an agreement for the purchase of AgJunction Inc.’s Cloud Services division.
EFC Systems provides work-flow solutions for both agricultural retailers and wholesalers. Adding precision agronomy software applications to EFC’s portfolio expands their...
Data Management
March 23, 2015
Topcon Positioning Group announces the acquisition of Digi-Star, a global leader in agricultural solutions involving weight sensors and control systems for feeding, planting, fertilizer, and harvest equipment manufacturers.
Market Watch
February 20, 2015
The new agreement between AGCO and Raven builds upon their long-standing relationship by focusing on new product development and tighter integration of technology into machines.
Market Watch
February 3, 2015
After thorough software testing, NORAC engineers have added Raven's VIPER 4 display to the list of 17 virtual terminals that have been approved for use with NORAC’s UC5 Spray Height Control system.
Data Management
February 3, 2015
Wilbur-Ellis Company has reached an agreement with Planet Labs to bring satellite imagery to the AgVerdict software platform.
Data Management
January 8, 2015
WinField has increased its participation in Open Ag Data Alliance (OADA) and AgGateway to help simplify the exchange of information between software platforms.
Data Management
January 8, 2015
Slingshot Link will give customers and dealers the ability to send Raven Operating Software (ROS) upgrades and updates wirelessly to compatible Viper 4 field computers through a Slingshot Field Hub.
Guidance
November 20, 2014
Wachendorff Elektronik GmbH and its US subsidiary, Wachendorff Electronics Inc., are leading manufacturers of in-cabin mounted consoles for the industrial vehicle market in the agricultural and construction industries.
Guidance
November 11, 2014
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.
