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Machinery special: Precision farming from space and the next leap in nitrogen management

New hyperspectral satellite technology could transform nitrogen application timings, and boost yield with less, James Huyton reports.

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Variable rate mapping to five metres square compatible with all major manufacturer platforms.
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Variable rate mapping to five metres square compatible with all major manufacturer platforms.

Following some considerable fertiliser price spikes, transport availability issues earlier this season and carbon taxation, most farmers, will be looking at ways to optimise the use of artificial fertiliser...

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