Technology

Autonomous herbicide sprayer introduced

Nine sensors on the sprayer detect, target and spot spray weeds on the orchard floor, which reduces material usage and drift during application. more »

Farm waste finds a future in rubber, sugar and more

A wide research effort searches to repurpose agricultural byproducts. more »

Self-driving cars and healthy tomatoes

Making use of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology will also benefit agriculture and the crops we grow. ... more »

Matching upgrades with trends

From labor to off-ground, OMC’s changes to machinery builds could be promising for the industry. ... more »

CODA Farm Technologies announces use of smartphone for remote monitoring and control of any irrigation pump

A universal retrofit option, FarmHQ allows users to upgrade their irrigation equipment with one simple installation and use the same monitoring and control system, providing significant financial savings and less stress. more »

Smart Apply adds dealers, expanding presence in US, Australia

The company’s LiDAR-powered spray system reduces chemical and water use by an average of 50% and minimizes airborne drift up to 87%. more »

‘MRI for the Earth’ probes groundwater from the air

A new technology sends electromagnetic signals 1,000 feet into the earth to collect data and create images that help determine an aquifer's water level. more »

CropManage schedules hands-on workshop for tree crops

CropManage is offering a workshop for growers to learn how to use and maximize the tool in assisting with irrigation scheduling and nitrogen fertilizer management decisions. more »