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Jun. 12, 2012

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Agronomy firm integrates National Weather Service rainfall data with yield forecasting app 1

Rainfall data collected by a network of radars operated by the National Weather Service will be integrated into an application that helps farmers forecast corn yields throughout the growing process. The Optimizer 2.0 application, developed by Advanced Ag Solutions LLC, now includes a feature that accumulates Next-Generation Radar (NEXRAD) rainfall data for unique fields. NEXRAD is a system of high-resolution Doppler weather radar stations operated by the National Weather Service....More
May 21, 2012

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Video surveillance for the farm

A new long-range WiFi monitoring system from Ayrstone Productivity lets you remotely view your farm and home from a computer or smartphone. Designed for the outdoor rigors of farming, the Ayrstone AyrMesh WiFi system consists of an AyrMesh router, a stationary weatherproof AyrScout camera, and an AyrMeshWiFi hub....More
Apr. 9, 2012

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PulseTech introduces solar charger for vehicles, equipment left outdoors in long-term storage 7

PulseTech Products Corporation introduces the SolarPulse SP-24-6, a military tested solar panel system to charge and maintain vehicles and equipment left outdoors in long-term storage. The 24-Volt SolarPulse charges, maintains and de-sulfates all types of generators and vehicles with a 24-volt lead acid battery system including standard, AGM and gel types....More
Apr. 9, 2012

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RTK navigation systems may boost controlled traffic farming

Controlled traffic farming barely rates a blip on the radar of farming practices across the U.S. today. But that could change as farmers become more aware of the yield-boosting potential of using real time kinematic (RTK) navigation systems to guide implements over the same tracks year after year. At least that’s the hope of promoters of controlled traffic farming, which they say not only increases yields, but also cuts fuel costs, reduces machinery wear and tear and curtails erosion....More
Apr. 2, 2012

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Onsite offers solution for cross-platform precision communications

Onsite, a new cloud-based mobile and desktop application, promises to solve the challenge of wirelessly transferring precision ag data across multiple hardware and software platforms. Onsite also provides new avenues for tracking mixed equipment fleets, as well as key personnel, says Mike Santostefano,director of marketing and business development for AgIntegrated, the precision agriculture software development company behind Onsite....More
Mar. 20, 2012

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New implement control software automates implement setup

John Deere this week took one step closer to automating farm machinery with the launch of a new implement control product called the John Deere Implement Detection software. The software provides for default implement settings so that operators don’t have to spend time entering their own settings....More
Mar. 14, 2012

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New online app tracks, manages insect data in crop fields

A new online application developed and launched by Spensa Technologies Inc. will help growers and pesticide consultants electronically track the number of insects in their crop fields so they can better control crop damage caused by insects and improve the use of insecticides. MyTraps.com, launched in March 2012, enables growers and consultants to electronically manage insect data and pesticide records on a secure website by entering the data into the site through a Web browser or smart phone....More
Mar. 12, 2012

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7 paths to faster Internet service 2

Posted 3/12/12 Rural areas are notoriously slow for Internet speeds. New technology can help farmers leave these slow downloads behind....More
Mar. 8, 2012

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Nine outmoded technologies

In the computer and communications technology world, today’s hot technologies can become has-beens almost overnight. Here are nine that have largely gone by the wayside. 1 Dial-up modems...More
Dec. 1, 2011

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Agricharts launches new mobile app for ag market

AgriCharts, the agricultural division of Barchart.com, Inc., which provides market data, agribusiness website hosting and technology solutions to the agricultural industry, announces the release of a new AgriCharts mobile application available at www.agricharts.com/mobile. The revamped mobile app offers a real-time or delayed platform for viewing quotes, charts and analysis for grains, livestock and other commodity markets....More
Nov. 7, 2011

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J.W. Speaker introduces new portable LED light

This new LED scene light, priced at $2,400, can transform from a hand-held scene light to a tripod-based stationary scene light to suit a wide range of lighting needs....More
Oct. 6, 2011

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I’m on a mission from Joan

In the first week of September, I found there was really nothing pressing to be done. So on Labor Day Monday, Sherill and I got in the car and headed to The Great Minnesota Get-Together!...More
Jul. 18, 2011

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Farm Industry News

Wi-Fi hub extends Internet coverage

The new AyrMesh Wi-Fi hub uses your existing Internet connection to provide Wi-Fi access to all areas of the farmstead without your having to pay your cellphone company or broadband provider for additional lines....More
Jul. 5, 2011

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Wi-Fi booster for the farm

Ayrstone Productivity introduced a hub that stretches Internet connectivity over a half-mile to allow farmers to use their home Internet connection anywhere on their farmsteads without having to pay for additional lines....More
May 23, 2011

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Hot Products: Crary hopper cover, Honda ATV, Kuhn mower and more

See the newest products from Crary, Honda, Kuhn, Onset, and Permatex
Mar. 21, 2011

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Real-time on-farm weather stations

Web-based delivery systems and vehicle-mounted weather stations give "real time" real meaning....More
Mar. 9, 2011

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20 technologies changing agriculture 1

From telematics to crop sensors to drought-resistance traits in hybrids, these 20 new technologies are changing the way we farm.
Nov. 22, 2010

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Trimble introduces next generation Nomad rugged handheld

Trimble has introduced the new Nomad 900 series outdoor rugged handheld computers. It features a 5 megapixel auto-focus camera with flash, enhanced GPS performance and new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities....More
Nov. 18, 2010

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Netbooks and tablets: Cab-size computers

While it’s possible to fit a full-size laptop computer into a crowded cab, sub-sized netbooks and tablet computers can be easier to handle....More
May 1, 2010

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Farm Industry News

Farmstead hotspot: Outdoor wireless system for the farm

OUTDOOR WIRELESS systems can be used to share Internet connections between farm offices and shops to create a...More
Mar. 1, 2010

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Farm Industry News

Wireless Bridge

THE EZ-BRIDGE-LT from e-zy.net provides a plug-and-play wireless solution for sharing Internet access between two or...More
Oct. 1, 2009

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Farm Industry News

Where to buy signal-boosting systems

Your best bet when shopping for a signal-boosting system may be the Internet. It's unusual for cell phone stores to...More
Oct. 1, 2009

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Farm Industry News

Before you buy

ANTENNA QUALITY If your cell phone needs a boost, the first thing to consider is the quality of the antenna. Ask for a...More
Oct. 1, 2009

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Farm Industry News

Can you hear me now?

IF YOU'RE tired of dropped calls, dead zones and poor data transfer speeds from your cell phone carrier, you may want...More
Jun. 18, 2009

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Farm Industry News

Voice-controlled cell phone

BlueAnt says its V1 headset is the world’s first Bluetooth headset that is fully voice controlled for true hands-free...More