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Sensor research helps show crop damage, predict yields

Thursday, September 8 by Brownfield Ag News

Drones and sensor technology might soon help farmers predict alfalfa damage and yields. Brian Luck is the Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in precision ag and machinery systems at the University of Wisconsin. He says his team has spent time researching remote sensing in... Read More.

Farmer input needed on drought damage

Friday, July 15 by Brownfield Ag News

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is calling for farmers in the state to report drought related stresses on crops and livestock. Missouri DNR’s Jennifer Hoggatt tells Brownfield the department wants to know landowners’ needs so they can open necessary resources. “Do we need to consider... Read More.

Strong Winds Did About $10 Million Damage in Riley County

Monday, June 13 by Aaron Napier

MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Straight line winds that reached up to 100 mph caused nearly $10 million in damage in Riley County during the weekend, the National Weather Service said. The weather service in Topeka said Monday the winds were equivalent... Read More.