How can growers ensure that technology serves the farm — not the other way around?
The second annual Nebraska Precision Agriculture Conference, to be held Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at the Hall County Extension Office (3180 US-34) in Grand Island, will explore that question. This year’s theme, “Getting Back to Basics,” emphasizes the importance of foundational precision agriculture principles amid the rapid advancement of ag technology.
While agriculture continues to evolve through automation, sensors, data analytics and artificial intelligence, the conference aims to ensure that new farmers, students and educators have a strong understanding of the essential tools and concepts that underpin digital and precision farming. At the same time, sessions will provide experienced growers with practical strategies to maximize their return on investment (ROI) from the technologies they already use.
The Nebraska Precision Agriculture Conference brings together producers, educators, researchers and ag professionals to exchange knowledge and promote best practices in precision and digital agriculture across the state.
The conference is designed to:
- Provide producers with practical insights into using precision technologies effectively.
- Help the public better understand how ag technology is applied by growers.
- Offer professional development and educational opportunities for students, instructors and extension staff.
The program will follow the cropping cycle, showcasing how technology supports each critical stage of production from soil preparation and planting to harvest and planning for the next season. Presentations will blend foundational knowledge with real-world applications that improve decision-making, efficiency and profitability in precision agriculture.
Registration is $50 per person, which includes lunch. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required by Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025.
This conference is a partnership between University of Nebraska Extension and Nebraska GIS/LIS Association.
For registration details or more information, please visit the conference registration page or contact Dirk Charlson, 402-460-0742 (call/text).
