Precision Agriculture – New Technologies in Crop Production

Precision Agriculture: Satellite-Based Auto-Guidance, EC706, looks at types of auto-guidance systems, how they work, performance criteria and assessment, and what factors to consider when selecting an auto-guidance system for your operation. 6 pages

Precision Agriculture: Applications of Remote Sensing in Site-Specific Management, EC702,  explores the development of remote sensing systems and looks at the characteristics of these systems.  It looks at potential applications of the data, particularly related to soil characteristics, yield predictions, crop monitoring, weed detection, and irrigation. 6 pages

Precision Agriculture: Listening to the Story Told by Yield Maps, EC704, describes how yield mapping collects georeferenced data on crop yield and field characteristics, such as soil moisture content, during harvest. Using field and industry examples, this publication explains the science and technology behind yield mapping and how growers can use it to improve their operations. 8 pages

Precision Agriculture: Site-Specific Management of Soil pH, EC705, describes how site specific management can provide positive economic and environmental impacts for modern crop production.  It addresses questions related to soil pH, lime requirements, and quality of data used to prescribe site-specific management of soil pH. 6 pages

Precision Agriculture: Weed Targeting Herbicide Management, EC708, looks at why site-specific herbicide application is an effective way to minimize herbicide costs, maximize weed control, and prevent unnecessary environmental waste.  This circular provides basic guidance on site-specific weed management. 6 pages