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Grower benefits of Automatic Section Control

Automatic section control (ASC) or sometimes termed “auto-swath” continues to be heavily adopted by US growers. The main benefit the technology has provided has been savings on inputs. Sprayer and planter manufacturers have almost made... more

AgGIS – Turning Data into Knowledge

Interest in turning “Data into Knowledge” has been a big topic this past year with farmers. A common statement has been, “I have all this data so what can I do with it?” This question... more

Application Requests for Alabama CIG Cost-Share Program

Applications are being accepted through March 21, 2012 for The Conservation Innovation Grant Cost Share Program: Utilization and Demonstration of CORS Technology for Precision Guidance Applications. This CIG program will assist growers in the adoption... more

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Conservation in Action Tour
The Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) has partnered with Delta F.A.R.M for the 2012 Conservation in Action tour. The tour is scheduled for May 30-31 near Tunica, Mississippi. This years tour is a great opportunity for participants to learn about innovative conservation practices to address water quality concerns and wildlife management while enhancing crop production. Click here to see agenda and registration.

11th InternationalConference on Precision Agriculture
The 11th International Conference on Precision Agriculture (ICPA) is scheduled for July 15th through 18th in Indianapolis, Indiana. The conference is a great opportunity for growers, researchers, industry, academia and others to visit and learn about the most current precision agriculture information. It will highlight the significant research and applications in precision agriculture, and will showcase emerging technologies and information management.

27th Milan No-Till Crop Production Field Day
The Milan No-Till Crop Production Field Day, scheduled for Thursday, July 26, 2012 at the North Tract of the AgResearch & Education Center at Milan, Milan, TN. This event provides a great opportunity to visit with vendors and learn about the most recent advancements in No-Till production. Companies will showcase the latest precision ag technologies plus an educational stop covering research results is scheduled.

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Applications Being Taken for CIG Cost-Share Program
Applications are being accepted through March 21, 2012 for The Conservation Innovation Grant Cost Share Program: Utilization and Demonstration of CORS Technology for Precision Guidance Applications. This CIG program will assist growers in the adoption and use of Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology for precision guidance through installation and demonstration of these systems. Interested producers can download an application here or contact John Fulton at 334-844-3541 for more information.

New YouTube Video Discusses Importance of Social Media for Extension Educators
This video, which serves as a companion piece for the ACES online publication, A Social Media Call to Action, is an appeal to Extension educators everywhere to "undertake the requisite steps to transform themselves into the 21st century educators they must become, not only for the sake of their clients but also for their organizational survival."

Experts: Precision Farming Does Pay
Recent article by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System highlighting the benefits of precision ag. Read the full article here.

New publication on Sensor-Based Variable Rate Application for Cotton
Several companies are offering crop sensor-based systems for variable-rate application of nitrogen and other inputs. This publication provides useful information to help make the best use of sensor-based application systems in cotton. Read the full article here.

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