New Trimble PTx technologies ensure precision in farming

In the field, every inch counts. While traditional planting relies on operator experience and is subject to human error, precision agriculture offers a leap in efficiency and results. In this sense, PTx Trimble, the precision agriculture brand of the AGCO group, highlights how the use of the right equipment, such as autopilot, receiver, and correction signal, helps producers leave behind concerns and gain complete control over their operations.

What changes in practice? Without smart farming, the tractor driver must manually steer, which can cause crooked rows, seed overlap, and wasted inputs. This leads to rework, increased fuel consumption, and lower productivity.

"However, with the use of technology such as autopilot, the operator keeps the tractor on perfectly straight lines, saving up to 10% fuel and reducing operating time by up to 20%. This is because the system automatically corrects any deviation, something impossible to do with manual precision," emphasizes Bruno Sartori (pictured above), Marketing and Product Specialist at PTx.

This operation is made possible by receivers that capture the correction signal, such as CenterPoint ️RTX, which offers positioning accuracy of up to 2,5 cm, far superior to conventional GPS, which can vary by up to meters. This signal is sent in real time to the autopilot, which instantly adjusts the tractor's direction, ensuring each seed is planted exactly where planned.

In addition to direct savings on seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, precision agriculture reduces environmental impact by avoiding excessive input use and minimizing soil compaction. Compared to traditional methods, Trimble's PTx technology can increase crop productivity by up to 15%, according to the company's own data.

Sartori explains that "without innovations in the field, farmers would depend solely on the skill and constant attention of the operator. Today, technology takes over this task, delivering precision, economy, and sustainability, without complicating day-to-day operations in the field."

The expert also emphasizes that investing in precision agriculture means opting for a smarter operation, combining cutting-edge technology with concrete results. For producers seeking efficiency, cost reduction, and greater sustainability, this is the difference between planting in the field and planting intelligently.