Precision Ag Technology: GPS, Auto-Steer & Yield Tools
Precision agriculture technology has changed how farmers manage their fields, from GPS guidance and auto steer for tractors to variable-rate applications and automated sprayers. We help you pick the right tools, whether you're starting with basic guidance or ready for full RTK steering and implement control.
How much GPS accuracy do you really need?
Your GPS correction signal is a key precision ag decision. Not every farm needs sub-inch RTK accuracy, but repeatability season after season matters.
- Satellite-based correction. 2–4" repeatable accuracy. Ideal for steering, spraying, and spreading, with no base station needed.
- RTK Base Stations. Sub-inch precision from a dedicated on-farm base. Best for strip-till, planting, and controlled traffic. FarmLink installs local RTK bases as part of any connectivity engagement.
- NTRIP RTK Networks. Existing infrastructure over cellular, if you're near a supported RTK network.
The right option depends on how precise you need to be and whether you're mapping for repeat use across seasons.
Electric or integrated auto-steer
Auto steer for tractors is one of the biggest efficiency upgrades, saving time, fuel, and fatigue.
- Electric Steering Retrofit. For older or non-steer-ready equipment. High torque, plug-and-play, and RTK-ready without hydraulic mods.
- Integrated Steering. Connects to your steer-ready tractor's factory hydraulics for sub-inch accuracy, no external add-ons.
Choosing Your Display
Your display is the command center of your precision ag technology. Options fall into two categories:
- Full-function displays. Auto-Steer, Auto-Section, Variable Rate, and more, out of the box.
- Modular ISOBUS terminals. Start with the terminal, add features as needed. Same end capabilities, different cost path.
Either way, your display must talk cleanly to your implement control system.
Smarter passes with sprayers, seeders and spreaders
- Variable-rate seeding and section control for even product placement and efficient fertilizer use. FarmIQ™ generates prescription maps that connect directly to your rate controller.
- Boom height control and targeted spraying. FarmDefender™ adds AI vision to your boom, firing nozzles only on weeds instead of broadcasting the whole pass.
Weighing and yield monitoring that pays
Yield and weight tracking help close the loop:
- Grain cart scales for real-time yield monitoring and accurate load tracking.
- Livestock feed systems for better ration precision and feed efficiency.
The Big Picture: What Fits Your Farm
Some farms need only simple GPS guidance; others gain more from full RTK steering, section control, and real-time yield tracking. We match the right tools to your operation, with no upsell.
Contact us to find the right precision setup for your farm.