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Don’t Miss It: Precision Agriculture at Warren County Community College
Continuing their modern programs to integrate advanced technology into farming, Warren County Community College (WCCC) will host a seminar on precision agriculture, specifically specializing in the applying of drones to reinforce farming practices. Scheduled for March 16, 2024, on the Dr. Joseph Warren Robotics Research Center, the event will provide critical information for local farmers and the agriculture industry.
Precision agriculture, which harnesses drones and cutting-edge technology, is rapidly becoming an important tool in modern farming, offering unprecedented efficiency and enhancements across various agricultural features. WCCC, a recognized national leader in drone technology through its WarrenUAS program, goals to share its expertise and discoveries in drone applications for soil, wildlife, and livestock management in the course of the day-long seminar.
The seminar will feature separate sessions dedicated to different applications of drone technology in agriculture, together with demonstrations of the equipment in motion and Q&A sessions for attendees to explore the sensible implementation of those innovations on their farms.
Warren President Will Austin emphasized the importance of the event, stating, “Our drone program, WarrenUAS, has evolved to turn into one among the nation’s finest, and we’re desperate to showcase the multitude of how drones can support farmers in enhancing their practices. This seminar offers a singular platform for knowledge exchange, enabling us to share our insights while learning more concerning the technological needs of the agriculture sector.”
Adam Kyle, the top of WCCC’s precision agriculture department, highlighted this system’s commitment to agricultural improvement. “On daily basis brings latest learning opportunities and techniques to help farmers in enhancing practices starting from soil moisture testing and plant health assessments to targeted land treatment and wildlife damage control,” said Kyle. “Collaborating with the agriculture community, we aim to find practical, cost-effective methods to spice up yields and operational efficiency.”
WCCC’s WarrenUAS has seen remarkable growth over the past few years, establishing itself as a number one authority in uncrewed vehicles. With two latest facilities and the country’s most extensive collection of drones and robotic equipment for educational purposes, this system is on the forefront of precision agriculture innovation.
The seminar represents a chance for WCCC to further bridge the gap between technological advancements and practical agricultural applications, fostering a collaborative environment where farmers can express their needs and explore the potential of drones to deal with those challenges.
Set to happen March 16, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to three:00 p.m., the seminar includes lunch and is open for registration with a fee of $25. Interested participants are encouraged to contact Karen Boyle at 908-689-7613 ext. 2444 to secure their spot on this transformative event for the longer term of farming.
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