About 37% of farmers use a data software package on their farms, according to the 2021 Farm Journal Technology Survey. Of those who are collecting agronomic data, they’re most often collecting yield maps, planting and chemical and fertilizer applications.
Additionally, 67% of farmers say when they invest in technology they expect to see a return on investment in three years, and 43% say their data is benefiting them both agronomically and economically.
While roughly 1% of farmers nationally have signed a carbon contract, according to a recent Purdue University Ag Economy Barometer survey, about 44% of respondents to the Farm Journal Technology survey said that emerging markets such as carbon credits are an incentive to collect more and better data.
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Better yields build long-term value. The decisions made during the growing season become part of the farm’s performance story. Over time, consistent production records can support operational planning, inform investment decisions, and help demonstrate the value of the land. Important metrics to watch for crop yields are crop moisture content and overall crop health, including… Crop Yield Improvement
The wrong starting price can shape every decision that follows. Without the right information, landowners may enter the market with expectations that do not reflect the property’s performance, position, or current buyer demand. Our five-day Step-by-Step Guide to Unlocking Farmland Value helps you understand what informs farmland pricing before a sale begins. Start the guide… Cost of Information Gaps
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