In the ever-evolving landscape of agriculture, technology continues to play a pivotal role, reshaping the way farmers and dealers operate. This week, the Precision Farming Dealer editors have curated a selection of content that offers a glimpse into the latest trends and innovations in the agricultural industry.
The recent Precision Farming Dealer Summit in St. Louis provided a platform for industry leaders to share their insights. In the latest episode of On the Record, representatives from CNH, AGCO, and Kubota discussed the future of autonomy in agriculture. This technology promises to revolutionize farming practices, enhancing efficiency and productivity. The summit also highlighted the strategic decisions that dealers need to make to navigate the challenges of the coming year. Zach Hetterick from Harvesting Potential emphasizes the importance of these decisions, which often go unnoticed but have a significant impact on the entire year.
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas is renowned for showcasing cutting-edge technology, and this year was no exception. Dan Miller, senior editor at Progressive Farmer, had the opportunity to speak with Aaron Wetzel, VP of production and precision ag production systems at John Deere. Their conversation covered a range of topics, including autonomy and artificial intelligence, providing a glimpse into the future of precision agriculture.
Toby Basore, a farmer from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is at the forefront of adopting new technologies on his farm. In a recent post, Basore shared his enthusiasm for innovations from Carbon Robotics, Ecorobotix, and Verdant Robotics. These technologies are set to transform farming practices, offering solutions that are both efficient and sustainable.
Joe Michaels, an executive at Kubota, attended the Precision Farming Dealer Summit for the first time. Michaels participated in the OEM panel and shared his key takeaways from the conference. He highlighted the importance of sharing best practices to support customers and the potential of AI and autonomy in shaping the future of agriculture. Michaels also expressed Kubota’s commitment to supporting its dealers in this evolving landscape.
As the agricultural industry continues to embrace technology, the insights and innovations shared by these industry leaders provide a roadmap for the future. From autonomy and AI to strategic decision-making, the content curated by the Precision Farming Dealer editors offers a comprehensive look at the trends and technologies that are set to define the next era of farming.

