Agriculture has always depended on careful planning, observation, and timing, but today’s farmers have access to far more ...

With thoughtful policy, strategic siting and strong local engagement, rural America can serve as both a global leader in ...

Farming is changing, and fast. If you’re involved in agriculture, you’ve probably noticed how much technology is ...

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Artificial intelligence and data-driven tools are rapidly changing agriculture, enabling farmers to make precise, season-specific decisions on crop, water, and resource management. From pest detection ...

Thad Becker uses precision agriculture to harvest soybeans Oct. 7 in Mexico, Mo. He’s spent thousands of dollars on high-tech farming tools that help him make farm management decisions, “We fixed so ...

CamoAg is now profitable, says Kull. “We last raised money in 2022, and we do not think we will need to raise money again." ...

New AI and IoT-enabled platforms are merging soil, crop, and environmental data into unified systems that help farmers act faster and more precisely. Such tools are boosting yields, cutting waste, and ...

MAIPO RIVER BASIN, Chile — Under a blazing sun in this drought-stricken Andean valley, a Chilean agronomist and a farm worker examined moist soil from a freshly dug pit among rows of almond trees. The ...

Farming doesn’t have to be low-tech. Two of the biggest challenges family farmers face are competition with larger, more high-tech farms and keeping the next generations interested in farming. Smart ...