1. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed in the Precision Ag Workforce: an Industry Survey

Precision agriculture encompasses a set of related technologies aimed at better utilization of crop inputs, increasing yield and quality, reducing risks, and enabling information flow throughout the crop supply and end-use chains.  The most widely adopted precision practices have been automated systems related to equipment steering and precise input application, such as autoguidance and section controllers.  Once installed, these systems are relatively easy for farmers and their supporting... B. Erickson, D.E. Clay, S.A. Clay, S. Fausti