This course provides an introduction to the application of information technologies in precision agriculture, focusing on monitoring and managing agricultural processes in crops, pastures, and animal systems across different types of farming enterprises. It covers the integration of data, knowledge, and production within precision agriculture systems, the use of sensors, and the selection and limitations of precision agricultural equipment with considerations of environmental impact and workforce implications. Note: The course is currently not being offered and includes on-campus components that cannot be fully completed online.

Course Content

• Introduction to concepts and methods in precision agriculture

• Use of information technologies for monitoring crops, pastures and animals

• Integration of knowledge, data and production in precision agriculture

• Systems approach to decision-making technologies

• Technologies used in precision agriculture for farming systems

• Precision agriculture techniques and applications assessing performance, environment and economy

• Use of sensors in crops, pastures, orchards and herds

• Selection of precision agriculture equipment based on outcomes and limitations

• Creation of management zones or treatment groups for intended goals

• Environmental impact considerations and limitations of precision agriculture

• Workforce impacts, skills and ergonomic aspects related to precision agriculture