Includes index. "An agricultural primer." "FP404NC." 1997 edition located at North Hill Campus Library under call number S 494.5 P73 E87 1997. 1997 edition ISBNs are 0866912452 and 0866912452.

An introduction to precision farming -- Satellite-based positioning systems -- Yield monitoring and mapping -- Soil sampling and analysis -- Remote sensing -- Computers and geographic information systems -- Variable-rate technologies -- Precision farming: issues to consider -- Appendix -- Glossary -- Index.

Written for current and aspiring farmers wishing to take advantage of the latest technologies for managing crop production, including yield monitoring systems, remote sensing and geographic information systems. System development and integration, economic considerations and environmental considerations are explored as is the applicability of site-specific farming to individual farmers' needs.