By Andi Anderson
BASF Agricultural Solutions recently showcased its innovative approach to digital farming at the 2024 Science Behind event held in Houston, Texas. The focus was on their advanced platform, xarvio FIELD MANAGER, along with its cutting-edge seed variety placement technology known as xarvio SeedSelect.
In modern agriculture, crucial decisions such as variety selection and seed placement significantly impact crop yield. xarvio SeedSelect addresses these challenges by leveraging sophisticated data analytics derived from extensive plot trial field research and local soil attributes. This technology provides growers and retailers with valuable insights at the click of a button, based on over 20 years of accumulated experience and data.
At the event, key figures in the agricultural industry, including growers like Chris Conner and Nick Christensen, shared their experiences with digital farming and its pivotal role in decision-making processes. Conner emphasized the importance of data in streamlining operations, noting that tools like xarvio SeedSelect expedite variety selection, ultimately benefiting both retailers and growers.
Marc Hoobler, representing BASF, highlighted the significance of seed selection and placement in optimizing yield. He detailed the extensive research and data analysis that underpins the development of xarvio FIELD MANAGER and SeedSelect.
Justin Gayliard provided an overview of xarvio FIELD MANAGER, illustrating how digital farming, when combined with agronomic expertise, maximizes yield potential. Amy Pawlick conducted an on-stage demonstration of SeedSelect, allowing attendees to explore its features firsthand.
Through xarvio FIELD MANAGER, users can access field-specific agronomic advice and simulate seed decision-making processes. By integrating plot trial research, local topographic information, and soil attributes, xarvio SeedSelect recommends suitable seed varieties tailored to each field's requirements.
Gayliard emphasized that xarvio FIELD MANAGER and SeedSelect complement local agronomic expertise with advanced algorithms based on BASF trial data. These tools aim to support farmers by understanding their needs and enhancing decision-making processes in collaboration with trusted agronomic advisors.
For those interested in optimizing efficiency and maximizing yield, xarvio FIELD MANAGER and SeedSelect offer promising solutions. To learn more about these technologies, visit xarvio.com.
It's important to note that xarvio is a registered trademark of BASF, and Xitavo™ is a trademark of MS Technologies. BASF remains committed to creating chemistry for a sustainable future, integrating economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility across various sectors, including agriculture.
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