Precision agriculture technologies are used by more than 50 percent of farmers. GPS and auto-steer guidance systems are two types of precision agriculture used on today’s farms. This technology helps farmers identify precisely where and how many seeds to plant, and apply variable rates of pesticides and fertilizer as needed. This modern technology increases crop yields, lowers costs, and reduces chemical use, which benefits the environment.
GPS technology used by farmers is more precise today – accuracy within a few inches or less is typical. Auto-steer on tractors is hands-free and allows farmers to drive in straight lines while reducing fatigue.
Precision agriculture helps farmers increase productivity to meet the growing demand for food.
Source: @2013American Farm Bureau Federation
From the DeKalb County Farm Bureau Connections publication
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