Precision Ag News 7/17

Carrie Muehling

  • Syngenta Crop Protection, a leader in agricultural innovation, and Ginkgo Bioworks, which is building the leading platform for cell programming and biosecurity, announced a new cooperation aimed at accelerating the launch of a new biological solution. The two companies have previously collaborated on next-generation seed technology.
  • Following the launch of the SpotOn Turf Soil Moisture Meter last July, Innoquest Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of precision meters for the agriculture, turf and greenhouse industries, has announced the release of a compact, handheld meter. The SpotOn Pocket Soil Moisture is an innovative device designed to provide greenhouse growers and potted plant enthusiasts with quick and accurate readings of soil moisture, pore & bulk electrical conductivity (EC), and temperature, ensuring optimal plant health and growth. Delivering quick and accurate measurements, the meter links via Bluetooth technology to their SpotView Mobile App (available for download on Google Play and Apple Store).
  • Ecorobotix announced its participation in the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) Congress 2024 August 14-18 in Interlaken, Switzerland. This event brings together agricultural journalists from around the world to explore the latest advancements in agricultural technology and journalism.
  • U.S. sales of Ag tractors and combines in June 2024 fell below reported sales from the same month a year ago, according to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). June sales of 2-wheel-drive tractors dropped 16.3 percent compared to 2023, while 4-wheel-drive tractors fell 1.3 percent within the same timeframe. Combines sales declined as well, finishing the month 31 percent below June 2023.
  • The Biostimulants World Congress is scheduled for November 13-15, 2024 in Miami, USA (with workshops on the 12th). The Strategic and Commercial Track will provide valuable knowledge and networking opportunities to enhance strategic initiatives and commercial success in the biostimulant industry.
  • Researchers and leaders from more than 40 nations will visit Manhattan, Kansas, to learn the latest significant research and information on precision agriculture at the International Conference on Precision Agriculture. ICPA brings together brightest minds from around the world, under one canopy to share and advance science and technologies of precision agriculture. The conference is in partnership with the International Society of Precision Agriculture and Kansas State University.
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