AGR234 — Precision Agr Technology 3 Hours
An introductory course providing an overview of the principles of precision agriculture with a focus on the use of technology within the industry. Course material and discussions will include how technologies such as global navigation satellite systems agricultural geographic information systems sensors for the measurement of soil and plant variables yield monitoring and variable rate technology are being implemented to inform sub-field level management and farm business decisions. Issues discussed in this course include assessment of agronomic responses profitability adaptable cropping practices and conservation planning. Prerequisite: AGR 109 and AGR 130 Semester Hour(s): 3 hour(s) Lecture / Lab Hours: 2 lec/2 lab/week Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI): AG 907
Prerequisites: AGR 109