technology | Morning Ag Clips

August 5, 2020

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY ...

Smartphones prove to be time-saving analytical tools

Scientists use a smartphone camera to easily measure soil density — a key metric for analyzing our soils

August 2, 2020

INNOVATION ...

Ag innovation must reflect environmental, economic challenges

NFU Rob Larew recommended improvements to the USDA's Agricultural Innovation Agenda

July 28, 2020

TECH USE ...

Delineating tree crowns using unmanned aerial imagery

Finding is important for precision forestry, natural resource management

July 19, 2020

AG TECH ...

TDI at KSU assists in development of new ag product

New product will assist ranchers with hydraulic bale beds

July 14, 2020

BUSINESS NEWS ...

Vytelle, GrowSafe create leader in bovine biotechnology

New company links genetic evaluation, reproduction technologies into a streamlined process

July 13, 2020

INNOVATION ...

Solectrac wins grant to demonstrate electric tractor viability

Company awarded a $514,688 grant from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District

July 13, 2020

TECH USE ...

"Fitbits for chickens" improves poultry welfare

Parasite infestations revealed by tiny chicken backpacks

July 6, 2020

DATA MANAGEMENT ...

Comments sought on transition to RFID ID tags

APHIS seeks public comment on transition to RFID official identification tags

July 6, 2020

FARM SAFETY ...

Wearable tech reduces risks of injuries in agriculture

Connected Worker Program measures certain motions and detects unsafe movements

July 6, 2020

KEEPING IT CLEAN ...

Curbing phosphorus losses: There's an app for that

Phosphorus that leaves agricultural fields in runoff or drainage water can end up in water bodies