AgTech: an introduction

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This second edition of Agtech: an introduction includes a new section which explores key development areas including robotics, artificial intelligence, and nanotechnology, as well as new case studies.

This publication is a practical guide to all things digital in agriculture. Reading this publication will help producers—large and small—to navigate through the complicated world of technology and connectivity in agriculture and better understand the language, devices, use cases, installation techniques, communications, and so much more. It gives practical tips around what suppliers of products can and should provide, as well as discussing the build-your-own applications.

This book is in two parts:

• Part A: Agtech unpacked is an introduction to terms used and procedures followed when setting up digital technology on farms. Part A written by Darren Price, Price Rural Management and Scott McKinnon, Agnexus.
• Part B: Case studies showcases the information in Part A where it has been applied and proven successful to three pilot farms. The three farms are in the Farms of the Future webinar series produced by the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. Part B written by and Scott McKinnon.

This book is an informative and practical guide that is easy to understand and removes any hesitation or concern with implementing digital technology solutions in your farming industry or business.