Advances in electronic, mechanical and software technology are providing many new tools for agriculture and natural resource managers. These "Information Technologies" allow for increased monitoring of environmental processes, better interpretation of large amounts of data, and more precise control of management actions.

This site is designed to provide an understanding of how these technologies work for students and practicing professionals.


1. Computer Interfacing

2. Geographic Datums and Map Projections

3. Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

4. Global Positioning System (GPS)

5. Internet Access to Information

6. Remote Sensing

7. Sampling and Interpolation

8. Variable Rate Technology (VRT)

9. Weather and Soil Instrumentation

10. Wireless Data Communication

11. Yield Monitoring

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