1.5 Tiny Bytes: Check Out GK Technology's Imagery Library
Jodi and Sarah talk about what's available in GK Technology's expansive imagery library. The library offers subscribers access to Landsat, Sentinel, NAIP, and Lidar data layers.They discuss further...• Significance of multi-layer data in agriculture • GK Technology's robust imagery library • Different types of imagery available and their resolutions • Importance of ongoing updates to data for accuracy • Discussion on the geographical coverage of data• Emphasis on accessible resources for all agricultural practitioners Access data layers easier and faster with GK Technology's imagery library!Resources on accessing and downloading publicly available GIS data:https://gktechinc.com/data-links/ADMS: https://gktechinc.com/adms-product/
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1. (Ag)ronomy with Emma Part 1
With over 750,000 followers online, Ag with Emma is one of the most influential voices in American agriculture. In this episode, Sarah and Jodi sit down with Emma to chat about her journey from growing up in rural Idaho to building a dynamic career exploring agriculture and sharing her experiences online. From working in western North Dakota to gaining global experience in Australia, Emma shares how she’s navigated the ever-evolving world of agriculture and harnessed the power of social media to connect with audiences worldwide. Tune in for insights on her career, her adventures, and the future of ag in the digital age. Connect with Ag with Emma here: https://linktr.ee/agwithemma
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0.5 Tiny Bytes: Soil Series
Soil series names hold invaluable information that can inform land use and agricultural practices. Join us as we explore soil series and their characteristics, featuring insights on collecting data, understanding soil maps, and highlighting the significance of favorite series like Fargo and Williams. • Soil series names relate to specific regions and provide insight into soil characteristics • The importance of five soil-forming factors in classification • How to access soil survey data for informed land management decisions • The relevance of local soil characteristics in agriculture and farming • Engaging with soil series can lead to deeper insights about land and environmental qualityCLORPT: Climate, organisms, relief, parent material, timeNRCS Web Soil Survey: https://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/WebSoilSurvey.aspxSoilWeb App for Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.casoilresourcelab.soilweb&hl=en_USSoilWeb App for Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/soilweb/id354911787KML of SoilWeb for use in Google Earth: https://casoilresource.lawr.ucdavis.edu/soil_web/kml/SoilWeb.kmzSoil Series Data Explorer (where you can pop in the name of a soil series and get information about that soil): https://casoilresource.lawr.ucdavis.edu/sde/
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24.Special End of Season 1: A Fireside Chat with GK Technology, Inc.
Back in July, Sarah and Jodi sat down with the whole GK Technology, Inc. team at the annual GK Tech summer retreat. In the discussion that follows, we celebrate growth, innovation, and camaraderie. Listen to hear Darin's reflections on founding the company, Kelly's pivotal role in boosting sales, Cheryl's witty take on finance, and more. We share how GK has expanded our available data library storage to over a petabyte, moving from USB thumb drives to hot server rooms.We also explore the transformative power of precision agriculture, from boosting yields to advancements in watershed modeling and herbicide optimization. Join us for a look at how teamwork, creativity, and innovation drive GK Technology's mission to revolutionize agriculture (and join is for a few laughs along the way, too!) This is the official end of season one after a short break; join us next week for the beginning of season 2!
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23.5 Tiny Bytes: AGS Year in Review
Join us as we celebrate a year of the Ag Geek Speak podcast. Journey with us through the highlights of our first year, from the launch of the Tiny Bytes segment and launch of the GK Field Mapper app. We extend our heartfelt thanks and holiday wishes, and are eagerly looking forward to bringing you more insightful conversations and fresh content ideas in the new year.Google/YouTube Ag Geek Speak Podcast Feed: https://www.youtube.com/@geektechforagEpisodes Mentioned: Digging Deep into Soil Science with Professor Emeritus R. Jay Goos: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15610053Digging Deep into Soil Science Part 2 with Professor Emeritus R. Jay Goos: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15691382Darin Johnson and Kelly Sharpe - Pioneering Precision Agriculture https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/14357348Darin Johnson and Kelly Sharpe Part 2 - Starting an Ag Software Company https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/14452267The Art of Crop Planning with Josh Stutrud Part 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/14915489 The Art of Crop Planning with Josh Stutrud Part 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/14986112Making Water Flow with Paul Fuller Part 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15071861Making Water Flow with Paul Fuller Part 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15155876From Wilderness to Sky: Clint Streeter's Path to Aerial Imagery Excellence https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15390373Geeking Out About Aerial and Satellite Imagery with Clint Streeter https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15543372The Man Behind the Curtain: Travis Yeik pt. 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/16174248Talking AI with The Man Behind the Curtain: Travis Yeik pt. 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/16191185Tiny Bytes: Introducing GK Field Mapper: We Have an App for That! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15580930Accounting for Field Variability with Dr. Dave Franzen https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15206650Making Zones Happen with Dr. Dave Franzen https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15314565Reading the Landscape with Dr. Tom DeSutter pt. 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/16097130The Science of the Landscape with Dr. Tom DeSutter pt. 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/16131402What's in a Soil Test? Getting the Answers with John Breker Pt. 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15772532Potassium, pH, and Precision Soil Sampling: John Breker Pt. 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15854748Tiny Bytes: GNSS? GPS? What's the Difference? https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/16178935Tiny Bytes: Raster Monster! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2297340/episodes/15509080GK Field Mapper App: Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gkmobile.droid&hl=en_US&pli=1App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gk-field-mapper/id6448194019We will be back with new episodes in the New Year!