Many fertilizer dealers and Ag Consultants are now providing Precision Ag services to the growers they serve. Higher fertilizer costs have resulted in more grower interest in applying the right amount of nutrients to each part of their fields. If your company wants to get started in Precision Ag soil testing, there are many companies with experience that can help. Some companies have been providing these services for up to 15 years. These businesses specialize in helping you set up all of the precision services so you can do it all yourself.

AGVISE now has a "Precision Helper" button on our web site (www.agvise.com). There are 11 companies listed who can help your business make a plan to get involved in precision soil testing. Maybe you want to start by marking each of the probe locations when you collect conventional soil samples or maybe you want to look at zone soil testing to collect information for zone nutrient management. Grid soil testing may be the way you want to help your growers collect soil nutrient information. These companies will be able to help you figure out what is the best fit for your business. All you have to do is make a call to one or more of these companies and figure out where you want to start.

If you would like your company to be listed under "Precision Helpers" on the AGVISE web site, please send us a description of the Precision Ag Services you provide and your contact information. You can send your information to Richard Jenny (rjenny@willmarnet.com) or John Lee (johntlee@polarcomm.com).