Evaluating NIR for Precision Agriculture Grain Harvest: Design and development of a Gram Quality Monitor is the next logical step

摘要

Precision Agriculture (altering agronomic inputs and farming processes such as tilling methods, irrigation or the application of fertilizer, herbicides and pesticides) has resulted in the introduction of new technology and sensors in farm equipment. Manufacturers have provided optional moisture and yield sensors on combines for over 10 years that have now become standard equipment on most new combines in North America. As a result of DOD navigational satellite availability and semiconductor technology advancement, GPS (Global Positioning System) has become standard for auto-steer and other functions on many tractors and combines.