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The Role of Data in Modern Farming: Separating Fact from Fiction

Farmbrite

Technology is transforming many traditional industries, and farming is no exception. Modern farmers use technology and data analysis to make better choices about their day-to-day operations. Farmers are more and more using technology to bridge the gap between traditional agricultural practices and modern innovation.

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Whose Farm Is More Sustainable? Calculating Farm Sustainability.

DTN

Two neighbors, Farmer A and Farmer B: both farm 1,000 acres and use the same crop rotation schedule. Farmer A tills 30% of their fields, uses cover crops on 20%, and applies anhydrous ammonia. Farmer B tills 50% of their fields, uses cover crops on 40%, and uses stable nitrogen sources. Consider this scenario.

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15 Best Practices for Maximizing Herbicide Efficiency and Safety

Cropaia

Herbicides are essential tools in modern agriculture, helping farmers manage weed infestations and maximize crop yields. These technological advancements enable farmers to employ data-driven strategies for optimal herbicide use. This strategy helps prevent weed populations from becoming resistant to specific herbicides.

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Data-Driven Agriculture: How Ag Retailers Can Thrive in 2025 and Beyond

DTN

The Changing Face of Agriculture The agricultural sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, aging farmers and demand for regenerative practices. Planting dates, irrigation schedules, crop protection measures and more are all driven by weather.

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FFAR & Bayer Crop Science Grant $16M To Kansas State University

World Agri-Tech

Increasing crop yields while improving soil and watershed health requires understanding how agriculture management interacts with local environmental conditions. To date, this research remains fragmented and limited in scope. ” said Khathleen Boomer PhD, Scientific Program Director, Sustainable Water Management.

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How to Measure and Track Climate Impact on Farm Productivity

Farmbrite

This includes recording weather patterns, soil conditions, irrigation practices, crop yields, and any other relevant metrics. As weather patterns become increasingly unpredictable, it's more challenging to plan crop rotations, planting, irrigation, and other tasks that depend heavily on the weather.

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Best Practices for Managing Plant Nutrients

Farmbrite

Nutrients and irrigation speed up crop development, increase crop yield and prevent contamination. Since land is limited to what you have available, farmers can use a simple equation or technology to help them calculate this amount. Estimating the Number of Plants Plants need space to grow.