Farming Methods

In 2022, Europe experienced a significant 9% decrease in cereal production, with an estimated 270.9 million tonnes of cereals harvested across the continent, according to Eurostat’s latest data released in late 2023. This decline has been largely att

Controlling weeds is challenging enough, but the spread of their seeds during combining is becoming a significant issue. While existing weed seed mill attachments are effective, they typically require larger, more powerful combines. Now, a new soluti

Spot spraying, a technique spotlighted by Future Farming, is revolutionizing the way farmers manage pests and weeds. But what exactly is spot spraying, and how does it stack up against traditional full-field spraying methods? Future Farming delved in

The Newman in-row cultivator from Czech manufacturer Ullmanna is making waves across Europe and beyond, thanks to its advanced weed recognition technology. While few may have seen the striking blue and yellow cultivator with its distinctive blue air

Farmers are facing an uphill battle with increasingly resistant weeds, turning to artificial intelligence (AI) as their new hope against these tenacious plants. Amidst growing resistance to chemical herbicides, AI offers a beacon of accelerated devel

John Deere is setting its sights on a fully autonomous system for corn and soybean production by 2030, a vision that is already taking shape with the introduction of the new S7 Combine Harvesters. Future Farming recently spoke with Bergen Nelson, Joh

BASF has unveiled a new tool aimed at revolutionizing fungicide management for farmers, enhancing both efficiency and decision-making processes. The spray timer tool, now available in xarvio® Field Manager, is designed to alert users precisely when a

Australian startup LINTTAS is on the verge of a groundbreaking partnership with the University of Southern Queensland to advance its revolutionary combine harvester concept. Focused on electrification and a pioneering linear threshing approach, LINTT

In the rapidly evolving landscape of agricultural technology, solar-powered robotic harvesters are carving out a niche for themselves, offering both autonomy and environmental benefits. As photovoltaic panels become more efficient and affordable, the

In the evolving landscape of precision agriculture, the integration of telemetry in potato cultivation marks a significant milestone, showcasing the potential for automation in a sector traditionally perceived as labor-intensive. Belgian manufacturer