How University Ag Researchers, Extension are Wrangling Big Data
February 2, 2018
Farmers get bits of data, layers of data, in fact so much data it can be hard to interpret and use to make relevant farm management decisions. Read how faculty in the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources are helping farmers understand and use all kinds of big data to aid management decisions.
Learn about On-Farm Precision Ag Research Project Jan. 10
December 21, 2017
Learn what farmers are learning from a university research project using GPS-guided precision ag technology at a Jan. 10 meeting in Grand Island. Growers are currently being sought to participate in the project for 2018.
Precision Ag Training Aug. 2 - Learn How to Optimize Your Tech
July 21, 2017
Utilizing precision ag technologies effectively can streamline production efficiencies. Attend Nebraska Extension’s Aug. 2 Precision Ag Clinic to view field demonstrations and learn more about how to collect and decipher your data.
Precision Ag Makes Farming More Sustainable, Profitable
February 23, 2017
Farmers have numerous sources of technology and data available to use in their operations, but many producers struggle with what kind and how much technology they need.
Registration Open for Precision Ag Data Management Workshops
December 15, 2016
The 2017 Nebraska Extension Precision Ag Data Management Workshops offer hands-on data analysis instruction on applying variable rate technologies to improve crop production efficiency and on-farm economics.
Precision Ag Data Management Workshops: Extract Value from your Data
November 11, 2016
Learn how to extract more information from your precision agriculture data at the 2017 Nebraska Extension Precision Ag Data Management Workshops in January and February. The workshops consist of presentations and hands-on exercises using Ag Leader SMS software, Microsoft Excel, and USDA Management Zone Analyst. It's geared toward producers, crop consultants, retailers, and other agricultural professionals.
In-Field Tips for Collecting Accurate Yield Monitor Data for Harvest 2016
September 27, 2016
Recommendations for calibrating your yield monitor to ensure accurate readings this harvest season.
UNL Precision Ag Leads Group Studying Multi-Hybrid Planter Applications in Corn and Soybeans
May 26, 2016
A multi-disciplinary UNL Precision Ag Research and Extension team is working with local and regional industry groups and growers to examine the use and potential for multi-hybrid planters. This new technology can plant at least two seed varieties in one trip or manage various seed treatments from separate bulk tanks on the planter.