Modus Standard Workshop
Dr. Scott Murrell
Aaron Hunt
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Trends in precision farming, regulations and public oversight require new focus on ag data. Testing laboratories have long supplied the industry with data for managing crops and better input utilization. Multiple formats of data transfer have emerged as well as multiple terminologies for the same analysis. Soil, tissue and nematode components are now operational. Other features are being added.
Modus was developed by data users, testing labs and FMIS (farm management information system) originators to standardize data terminology and transfer. It supports greater accuracy in data tracking, analysis and in crop planning. 4R focus on precise recommendations is greatly enhanced.
The session is designed for CCAs, precision agronomists, data users and lab personnel. Current and planned Modus Standard practitioners will conduct this workshop and discussion. Perspective will be offered by industry users and researchers.
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Ask the Futurist
Managing Healthy Precision Agriculture Teams
T. J. Stauffer
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“Dollars & Sense” Tips to Investing in and Managing Healthy Precision Agriculture Teams. The emergence of precision agriculture technology has created the need for companies to invest in new technologies and to create specialized teams of precision agriculture professionals focused on leading these efforts. This workshop is designed to address the ‘people’ part of precision agriculture by discussing ways to structure roles, build training programs, and manage teams. Having worked as precision agriculture specialist for both an agronomy-based company and an equipment company, T.J. will be sharing his insights into the differences between these industries.
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Decision Tools using Agronomic, Climatic, and Economic Information from U2U
Jim Angel
Chad Hart
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A hands-on workshop exploring the agricultural decision tools from U2U. The featured tools outline historical weather patterns and normals, examine the likelihood of freezes and heat stress on the growing crops, explore the relationship among climate cycles and crop production, and investigate the costs/benefits of spring fertilizer applications.
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Innovation Forum
Precision Education
Terry Brase
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White Paper on Status of Precision Agriculture Education
The Precision Ag Institute is working with Terry Brase on the development of a White Paper describing the current status of education in precision agriculture. A final draft of this white paper will be presented and then discussed in open forum during this workshop. The white paper will address issues such as collaboration between colleges, cooperation with industry, certifications, and defining skills and competencies needed by graduates. Educators and industry representatives interested in precision ag education are welcome to attend. Precision Ag Educators Group Meeting
Educators will have the opportunity to meet after the white paper presentation for updates on college programs, discuss additional issues related to the white paper, and general networking. Goals for a consortium of interested colleges for Precision Ag Education will also be discussed. Though this session will be focused on college educators, industry representatives are also welcome to attend.
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