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GPS and Drones Boost Farming Efficiency

Published December 23, 2025

At the Carrington Research Center during Central Dakota Ag Day, Grand Farm Technical Advisor Noel Anderson highlighted how robotics and precision technology are transforming farming. GPS-enabled autonomous equipment is now accurate to 2.5 centimeters, allowing farmers to use “as planted”…
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Change Coming for Beyond Visual Line of Sight Rule

Published August 7, 2025

A new rule for drone users has been proposed. It would eliminate the direct line-of-sight requirements. Currently, drone operators must get individual waivers or exemptions to use their drones without a visual line-of-sight. Those waivers were approved through a lengthy…
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NDSU Project Uses AI and Drones for Weed Control

Published October 11, 2024

A collaborative project between NDSU researchers and drone companies is exploring the possibility of detecting and identifying harmful weeds in fields. "Palmer Amaranth is a very damaging weed that can grow three-to-six inches per day and can spread up to…
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Bringing Together Aviation and Agriculture

Published October 10, 2024

The annual UAS Summit in Grand Forks brought together aviation and technology groups from around the country. "This is an opportunity for the Grand Forks region to really showcase all of the emerging developments here in the UAS industry," said…
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Improving Farm Efficiency with Drones

Published July 26, 2024

Drone technology has quickly advanced. Terraplex Sales Director Matt Kestel said that has made it easier for farmers to use as part of their daily operation. "Guys are tipping their toe in the water and maybe adding one to their fleet…
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AI Study Can Predict Carbon Levels

Published March 15, 2024

Researchers at University of Minnesota’s AI-CLIMATE are using artificial intelligence to predict carbon cycles in agricultural ecosystems. "AI can take all of this data and make better use of it faster, more accurately and cheaper," said AI-Climate co-founder Zhenong Jin.…
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Investing in Drone Research

Published August 29, 2019

AeroVironment has announced its collaboration with universities to highlight the use of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced data analytics. Ninety Quantix hybrid drones were donated to 35 universities across the country, including North Dakota State University.
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From Imagery to Actionable Data

Published July 30, 2019

ADAMA US is offering a new service to its customers, providing an advanced analysis of aerial data and imagery. The web-based tool is called ADAMA Eagle Eye powered by Agremo. In a statement, the crop protection company said this technology…
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