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Deadline Extended for CIG Cost-Share Application for RTK Technology Using CORS

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System's Precision Ag Program is now taking applications for the 2010 Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) Cost-Share Project. The CIG Cost-Share project will assist growers in the adoption of Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology for precision guidance applications.  RTK technology provides centimeter-level accuracy permitting users to return to the exact same locations over time. Installation of these systems allows for precise crop and natural resource management through implementation of controlled traffic patterns, conservation tillage practices and exact placement of crop inputs.  The CIG project will assist farmers in the adoption and use of CORS RTK guidance through installation and demonstration of these systems. The application deadline has been extended to February 26th, 2010. For more information or to download an application click here

Video Presentations from Alabama Precision Ag Conference Available on Web

Video presentations from the 2009 Precision Ag and Field Crops Conference held December 8th in Atmore, Alabama are now available on the Alabama Precision Ag website. Sprayer equipped with GPS GuidanceTopics including Being Proactive for Agriculture: Using Social Media, CORS vs. Base-Station RTK and Economics of Variable Rate Application were covered at the conference and can be viewed by clicking here.

Use Climate Information to Farm Better

A newly published Extension article discusses ways farmers can use climate management tools to anticipate how yields and growing conditions may be affected. To read the full article, click here.

Raven Introduces New Wireless Technology

Slingshot combines a revolution in wireless connectivity over cell phone networks, robust and intuitive online tools that keep data a secure click away from any computer connected to the Internet, and top-shelf precision ag hardware from Raven. For more information visit www.ravenslingshot.com.

Extension Timely Information for Handheld GPS Available

A recently published Timely Information discussing considerations for purchase and use of handheld GPS units is now available online. Click here to read the publication.

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Schedules Available for 2010 Alabama Commodity Meetings

Information for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System's 2010 commodity meetings are now available online. Visit www.aucrops.com for a detailed listing of commodity meetings in your area.

International Conference on Precision Agriculture

The 10th International Conference on Precision Agriculture is scheduled for July 18th - 21st at the Hyatt Regency Tech Center in Denver, Colorado. For more information, visit the conference website at www.icpaonline.org.

 

Precision Ag Blog

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Data Management for Precision Agriculture

Precision agriculture practices often generate extensive amounts of data – boundary files, yield data, guidance lines, prescription files, as-applied data – the list goes on and on.  The following are tips for managing and utilizing... more

Making Data Collection Easier with Cellular Modems

Currently, the most accurate means of GPS/GNSS data collection and guidance is with RTK correction. Traditionally, RTK correction required the use of a personal or local base station. While the use of a personal base... more

What could be the benefits of variable rate nitrogen fertilization using on-the-go sensing?

Optimizing site-specific nitrogen management is possible through active canopy reflectance technology. This type of technology, used by commercial sensors such as GreenSeeker® or Crop CircleTM, bases its operational principle on crop spectral reflectance measurements that... more

Winter Maintenance: Firmware Updates

With spring fast approaching, now is a good time to ensure you have updated all your equipment to the latest firmware versions.  Over the winter months, many technology and equipment manufacturers have posted firmware updates. ... more

Winter Maintenance: Data Card Download and Backup

With everyone gearing up for the 2010 growing season, one task to complete before spring work kicks into high gear is making sure all your data cards have been downloaded and all data has been... more
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