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Today, farming is not just about guesswork. Environments and the weather are constantly changing while livestock diseases evolve and new ones appear. So what's a farmer to do? Technology is now opening new doors for boosting farmers' production and profitability.
And some of this technology does not require much but a smartphone running Android or iOS. Here are nine FREE Android and iPhone apps that we thought every self respecting farmer should have on their smartphone.
1. New Holland Farming Weather
FREE - Android/iPhone
The essential tool for weather forecast, designed specifically for
agriculture. Daily updates on weather, humidity, wind and many more to help you
plan ahead.
4. Plant Diagnostic Sample
Submission
FREE- iPhone
Ideal for farmers, gardeners or anyone with a plant problem. Simply
submit a digital photograph, taken on your phone and send it of on the app for
diagnosis or identification. It's that simple.
5. Connected Farm Scout
FREE- Android/ iPhone
Manage your land with this handy app and keep track of field
management. Map areas, flags and field boundaries with the GPS system; log
scouting attributes and geo-reference images of pests weeds or diseases.
6. Firestone Tyre Pressure Check
FREE- Android/ iPhone
Improve efficiency, crop yields and tyre life. The app can accurately
calculate the optimum tyre pressure required for the load and speed of the
operation.
7. Ross
FREE- Android/iPhone
Poultry Farmers, look no further! In one simple app you can reference
your poultry flock performance, efficiency and calculate EPEF results. Its
simple to use and can save you hours of day to day appraisals.
8. Bayer Pest Spotter
FREE- Android/iPhone
Another free app for keen crop growers and arable farmers. This handy
little app will help you identify and eliminate pesky bugs that have taken up
residence on your greenery. With a catalogue of over 70 common British pests
you are sure to find your answer.
9. Nadis Vet
FREE- Android/ iPhone
Invaluable to anyone with livestock. The National Animal Disease
Information Service has created an app with a full library of animal diseases,
parasites, cures and prevention, developed to aid in early diagnosis.
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