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Real Time Kinematic

Autofarm Announces Four New Dealers

GPS equipment manufacturer Autofarm recently announced the addition of four new product dealers in Ohio and North Dakota.GPS equipment manufacturer Autofarm recently announced the addition of four new product dealers in Ohio and North Dakota.

Growers Planting Using GPS

Our reader poll last week indicates that growers are embracing the use of GPS technology on planters next season.

Precision Ag in Louisiana Moves Forward

Eugene Burris of the Louisiana State University AgCenter Northeast Research Station shares insights on research progress for the state's diverse growers.

RTK More Than Half Way

Last week's reader poll question asked our eNews readers if they are using a real-time kinematic GPS system for field operations, mainly to test the idea that RTK has made the significant inroads that many in agriculture have expressed to me. I'm not surprised at all to report that more than half of you who responded are using RTK technology for GPS. My next question for you is, are you getting the payback you expect from your RTK system? Is it reflected in real dollars, or efficiency, or both? Let me know by sharing your thoughts below. Thanks and have a great day. ....

Cotton And Precision: RTK Payoff

Three years ago, grower Jared Fiveash was asking what a real-time kinematic GPS system could do for his operation. These days, he finds himself trying to find something the system can’t do.

Deere Adds Software Enhancements StarFire iTC Receiver

John Deere recently announced enhancement to its guidance software offerings to bring more value and accuracy when using field equipment.

Trimble Tops 120 million RTK Acres Covered in US

At a field day in DeWitt, IA, Trimble and a local Case IH dealership flipped the switch on a real-time kinematic (RTK) tower network, allowing Trimble to exceed the mark of 120 million acres covered.