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Doing More with Less: Connected and Cloud Technologies Are Working Hard to Solve Farming and Agriculture Needs

Modern farms are leveraging connectivity and cloud infrastructure to maximize yields while minimizing resource waste as global food demands surge

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By Ben Thomas · Agri-techAgriculture and Farm SolutionsBen ThomasChris Winkler
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Modern farms are leveraging connectivity and cloud infrastructure to maximize yields while minimizing resource waste as global food demands surge

How can connected and cloud technologies provide solutions to bring innovation and sustainability to meet the growing needs in farming and agriculture?

As the global population pushes toward an estimated 10 billion by 2050, the demand for sustainable agriculture has never been more critical. With limited arable land available, the agricultural sector is turning to connected and cloud technologies to boost productivity and efficiency. Integrating technology into farming is not just about innovation; it's about survival and sustainability, answering the urgent need to produce more with less.

Integrating technology into farming is not just about innovation; it's about survival and sustainability, answering the urgent need to produce more with less.

Can advanced technologies like cloud computing and IoT transform the traditional farming landscape, and what benefits do they offer the modern farmer?

On MarketScale's Software & Technology podcast, host Ben Thomas sits down with Chris Winkler, the Director of Digital Software and Solutions at John Deere. They explore the intersection of technology and agriculture and how connected and cloud technologies drive significant advancements in the farming sector.

Main Points of Conversation:

  • The role of sensor technology and data analytics in optimizing farming operations.
  • The impact of autonomous vehicles and machinery in increasing agricultural productivity.
  • How cloud technology provides real-time insights and decision-making tools for farmers.

Chris Winkler's robust background in technology and its agriculture applications provide a pivotal need in integrating digital solutions into farming equipment. His work focuses on making farming more efficient and sustainable through technological innovation, contributing significantly to John Deere's transition from a traditional machinery company to a leader in agri-tech.

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Ben Thomas
Ben ThomasHead of Pro AV, MarketScale

Ben Thomas serves as Head of Pro AV at MarketScale, where he leads content and media strategy for the pro AV sector. With over 15 years of award-winning experience across large-scale events, network television, OTT platforms, and podcasting, he has guided major B2B brands including Intel, Sennheiser, Samsung, and Philips to billions of content interactions. He holds a B.A. in Mass Communications and is recognized for his expertise in podcast hosting, public speaking, marketing, and content strategy.

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Ben Thomas
Ben Thomas

Head of Pro AV

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Ben Thomas serves as Head of Pro AV at MarketScale, where he leads content and media strategy for the pro AV sector. With over 15 years of award-winning experience across large-scale events, network television, OTT platforms, and podcasting, he has guided major B2B brands including Intel, Sennheiser, Samsung, and Philips to billions of content interactions. He holds a B.A. in Mass Communications and is recognized for his expertise in podcast hosting, public speaking, marketing, and content strategy.

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