10 years ago, a group on the central coast started getting together to talk sustainability. Now it’s an event growers come to from around the state.
USDA Video: USDA Week in Review for November 14
Here’s a weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review… release the hounds! Topics include …
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Minor Trade-offs
Bigger unmanned aircraft like the Yamaha RMAX do have some minor trade-offs.
Unmanned Helicopter Excels at Spot Applications
A new unmanned spray applicator can save time and money on challenging topography.
Sensing Drones for Drift Detection
Researchers are using drones to limit drift during spray applications.
Agri View: Help Needed
Everett Griner talks about drone use in farming is still struggling in today’s Agri View. Help Needed
New Drone for Pesticide Application
A new breed of drone technology was introduced to pest control advisors from all over the state.
Less Puddles Mean Less Pollination
Efficient irrigation has eliminated the standing water in orchards that bees desperately need.
Precision Mapping with GPS
SprinklerMaps is a new program that will allow growers to log all their irrigation information online using Google maps. The software works with the popular online mapping tool and users …
Irrigation Mapping with Common Web Tool
Now there’s an easy way to log irrigation using a familiar tool.
Ag Advancements Come From Military
Military development is a good way to predict what the next drone advancement will be for the agriculture industry.
Pruning Drones for Vineyards
The use of drone technology isn’t just in the air.
Drone Technology in Initial Stages
This is only the start of fine-tuning drone technology, and experts know what they need to do to make the tool more precise.
Drone Technology in Beginning Stages
Drone experts believe the technology is just scratching the surface.