Technology
Irrigation tech field day set planned by WSU
Washington State University (WSU) and the Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission are scheduling an irrigation field day to show growers the latest in irrigation technological advances. The Irrigation Technology Field Day is scheduled for July... more »
Bulk weigh filling machine introduced by WeighPack
A new bulk weigh filling machine has been introduced by precision weigh-filling and packaging machinery manufacturer WeighPack Systems Inc. The new bulk weigh filling machine system integrates an in-line metal detector between the filling process... more »
Partnership of Monarch Tractor, Verizon fosters sustainable farming partnership
A partnership between Monarch Tractor and Verizon Business is designed to support more sustainable farming practices through Verizon’s network connectivity. Monarch developed the MK-V, the world’s first fully electric, autonomous, smart tractor, according to a... more »
Precision ag open house scheduled
An open house for growers to learn more about the latest in weather and crop sensing advancements and other technologies is scheduled. The Washington State University (WSU) Center for Precision & Automated Agricultural Systems (CPAAS)... more »
Ohio State to host Crop, Soil & Water Field Night
Ohio State University (OSU) is hosting a Crop, Soil & Water Field Night. Drones and inputs are on the schedule. Part of the South Centers Soil, Water, and Bioenergy program, the event is scheduled for... more »
Robots to boost Australian veggie growers’ tech
Aussie vegetable growers are set to gain a competitive edge with exclusive trials of cutting-edge global machinery under a groundbreaking new program. The $4.1 million initiative will boost the adoption of advanced mechanization technology in... more »
New elements mark this year’s Organic Produce Summit
The Organic Produce Summit (OPS) has made some changes to this year’s show, including the addition of a fireside chat. Scheduled for July 10-11 in Monterey, California, OPS is the only event exclusively dedicated to... more »
Nanobubble partnership to help growers with efficiencies, water
Growers could benefit from an AgTech partnership designed to increased input efficiencies, including water savings through nanobubble technology. Nanobubble technology supplier Moleaer Inc. is collaborating with Griffin Greenhouse Supplies Inc., one of the largest U.S.... more »