Interoperability, Sustainability Showcased on the National Mall

Event Podcast Highlights Precision Ag Collaboration and Equipment Compatibility for a Better Future

The Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF), a global non-profit association working to ensure the interoperability between agricultural brands and technology platforms, recently exhibited at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ (AEM) second “Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall” event. More than 12,000 people attended the three-day event in Washington, D.C., to visit with 25 AEM members and 30 AEM partners featuring ag equipment such as tractors, combines, irrigation equipment as well as numerous ag innovations. 

This years’ sustainability-focused event allowed the AEF to meet with policymakers, cybersecurity experts, the USDA, the media, association members and potential members, and the general public to educate them about the organization and its goals for the future. 

“The AEM event on the National Mall was an excellent opportunity for policymakers and others to understand how an association such as AEF is creating a foundation critical for shaping sustainable agriculture,” said Norbert Schlingmann, Managing Director, AEF. “The ag industry really has a collaborative, practical approach towards improving farm efficiency and productivity, and the AEF is helping to develop the digital infrastructure to make that possible.”