Smart farming the theme at Agritechnica 2011

Farm-slanted information technology, computer control and intelligent electronic integration between machines are the focus at this major machinery show, all with the aim of less downtime, more job efficiency and lower inputs all round

by NORMAN DUNN

Once again, the world of farm machinery approaches its biggest event – Agritechnica 2011 in Hanover, Germany – with 2,300 exhibitors from 46 countries presenting the latest in agricultural equipment. Bigger, wider, with more acre-eating capacity. These, of course, are the headlines at every Agritechnica, and most other farm shows.

Better Farming - November 2011