John Deere Introduces Next-Gen of Autonomous Tractors
DM Register: John Deere unveiled a new lineup of autonomous machinery at CES 2025, including two self-driving tractors, an autonomous dump truck, and a commercial lawnmower designed to address labor shortages in agriculture, construction, and landscaping. These machines utilize advanced computer vision, AI, and camera systems to operate without human intervention, enhancing efficiency and productivity across various industries.
TAI: Growers Edge, a financial technology firm, has acquired AQUAOSO Technologies, known for its Agcor brand, to enhance agricultural lenders' ability to assess farmland values and climate risks. This acquisition aims to integrate comprehensive data and analytics, enabling lenders to make more informed and efficient lending decisions.
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Iowa STEM Scale-Up Funding Again Available for Drone Education
Newswire: The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council has included PCS Edventures' "Drone Designers: Exploring STEAM Careers" in its 2025-26 STEM Scale-Up Program, offering funding to educators for drone education. Applications open January 7, 2025, providing resources and training to enhance STEM learning statewide.
