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John Deere Acquires GUSS Automation to Strengthen High-Value Crop Autonomy Portfolio
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The Reservoir Launches First On-Farm AgTech Innovation Hub for Specialty Crops
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Farmblox Relocates Headquarters to California, Expanding Orchard-Focused AgTech Innovation
Fertilizer
Management of Potassium in Processing Tomato
Potassium is important to tomato vine health, fruit set and color. Recognizing where deficiencies may occur and correcting them is complex.
Ag Industry
Artificial Intelligence for Agricultural Consultants: Tool, Crutch or Pink Slip?
The future of agriculture is here, now, and it’s powered by technology, notably artificial intelligence (AI). From large drones that spray crop protectants and monitor crop health to autonomous equipment navigating undulating…
Disease
Helping Growers Evaluate a New Crop Enterprise: Factors to Consider
One of the common requests I have received from growers and other agricultural stakeholders in the Sacramento Valley is for insights into alternative crop options that are drought- and disease-resistant and have…
Grapes
Soil Moisture Sensing Technologies and Their Applications for Irrigation Management in Grape Production
Grapevines are thought to be a relatively drought-tolerant species. However, in commercial production, they are usually irrigated to increase yield and profitability. The crop water requirements for grapevine varies by region. Through…
Safety
California Confirms Pesticide Residues on Produce Sold in the State Are Safe
Last month, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) released its annual produce monitoring report for 2023. The report showed about 97% of fruits and vegetables sold in California either had no…
Fertilizer
Biological Nitrogen Fixation: Can Bacteria Help Fertilize Our Crops?
In 1905, German scientist Fritz Haber successfully synthesized ammonia from atmospheric nitrogen gas, an inert form of nitrogen resistant to chemical and biological reactions. Shortly thereafter, BASF chemist Carl Bosch built upon…
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