Farms.com Precision Agriculture Digital Digest | Winter 2023/2024

01 Revolutionizing Agriculture: Biodegradable Soil Moisture Sensing Technology Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking wirelessly powered, biodegradable soil moisture sensing technology, crucial for precision agriculture. This innovation addresses environmental concerns, allowing for high-density installations and overcoming technical bottlenecks in sustainable crop optimization. MORE 18 BITS & BYTES 02 Nation’s First Agricultural Autonomy Institute Now Open Mississippi State University pioneers the future of farming with the nation’s first Agricultural Autonomy Institute. Focused on autonomous technologies, the interdisciplinary research center aims to boost onfarm precision and efficiency. MORE 05 360 Rain: Transforming Sprayers into Precision Irrigation Innovation In response to a year of drought, 360 Yield Center introduce the 360 Rain—a self-propelled sprayer turned irrigator that delivers water, nutrients, fungicides and more. This 3-wheeled electric machine delivers precise, efficient irrigation, potentially boosting crop yields by 32%. MORE 04 The Rise of Advanced Drones in Smart Farming Terranova UAV leads agricultural technology innovation, unveiling advanced drone solutions at a Farms.com event. Their tools optimize yields, cut costs, and champion sustainability in agriculture. MORE 03 New Holland’s Methane-Powered Tractor in TIME’s Best Invention List New Holland’s T7 Methane Power LNG tractor earns acclaim in TIME’s 2023 Best Invention List for its sustainable farming impact. Recognized for reducing carbon emissions, it captures and repurposes methane. MORE

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