
Ag Geek Speak
GK Technology Inc Team Members, Jodi Boe and Sarah Lovas talk about precision agriculture, agriculture mapping, agronomy and drainage.
Episodes
57 episodes
9. Will AI Replace Farmers? The Role of Human Interaction in Artificial Intelligence Featuring Travis Yeik
We explore the future of human decision-making in precision agriculture and the role artificial intelligence might play in supporting – not replacing – farmers.• Travis Yeik brings unique perspective from his background in farming, agro...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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33:04

8.5 Tiny Bytes: On the Root of a Drive
We tackle a common technical prescription writing question in this Tiny Byte: what does it mean to place a prescription on the root of a drive and why does it matter. Understanding this simple concept can solve many frustrating issues when load...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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6:03

8. Code, Sheep, and Field Management: How Hudson Fuller is Revolutionizing ADMS pt. 2
Hudson Fuller, computer scientist and GK Technologies' newest software developer, discusses the upcoming ADMS software updates and his agricultural background while sharing insights into his current projects and future aspirations.• Wor...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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29:26

7.5 Tiny Bytes: From Bits to Petabytes: Understanding Computer Storage
We explore the fundamentals of digital storage and how it powers precision agriculture, covering basic bytes to the massive petabyte servers at GK Technology that store agricultural imagery and data.• A byte equals eight binary bits and...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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8:44

From Pitcher to Programmer: Hudson Fuller's Journey pt. 1
Hudson Fuller, GK Technology's newest full-time employee and computer science graduate, shares his journey from baseball player to agricultural data specialist working on the ADAPT standard integration.• Hudson's connection to GK began ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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29:40

6.5 Tiny Bytes: Plant Tissue Testing 101
Plant tissue testing offers farmers and consultants valuable insight into crop nutrient status and helps diagnose field issues when properly conducted. We explain the science behind tissue testing and share practical tips for getting actionable...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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8:31

6. Pioneers of Precision Ag: Shawn Kasprick Part 2
We continue our conversation this week with precision ag geek Shawn Kasprick of Simplot. Shawn shares how precision agriculture capabilities have evolved from floppy disks to satellite imagery, letting farmers see their operations all the way t...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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5. Pioneers of Precision Ag: Shawn Kasprick Part 1
Shawn Kasprick shares his journey from farm kid to precision agriculture pioneer with Simplot Grower Solutions, detailing how early developments in the field shaped the technology farmers use today.In the episode, Sarah and Jodi sit down...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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35:24

4.5 Tiny Bytes: Field Boundaries, the Cookie Cutters of Precision Ag
Field boundaries serve as the digital cookie cutters of precision agriculture, defining where field operations begin and end for optimal resource management. Understanding their purpose and creation methods allows consultants and growers to imp...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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8:22
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4. Gridding the Zone with Ag Genesis Part 2
Kurt Turner and Lane Bothwell from Ag Genesis share their innovative "gridding the zone" approach that combines traditional zone mapping with targeted grid sampling to address pH variability in eastern South Dakota fields. They've discovered th...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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31:29

3.5 Tiny Bytes: Understanding Plant Nutrient Mobility
Awareness of nutrient mobility in plants drastically improves in-field diagnosis of crop issues. In this episode, we dive deep into plant nutrient mobility and how nutrient mobility impacts visual symptoms in the field.• Discussion on th...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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9:39
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3. Gridding the Zone with Ag Genesis Part 1
Engaging with the evolving world of precision agriculture, this discussion sheds light on the unique relationship between technology and crop consulting. Our guests, Kurt Turner and Lane Bothwell of Ag Genesis Inc, bring their expertise to the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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29:07
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2.5 Tiny Bytes: Plant Nutrients and How They Move (or Don't) in the Soil
Jodi and Sarah explore the crucial distinction between mobile and non-mobile nutrients in soil. Understanding how these nutrients behave not only aids in effective soil sampling but also enhances soil fertility management, providing fertilizer ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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8:43
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2. (Ag)ronomy with Emma Part 2
Ag with Emma, a leading voice in agriculture, shares her journey from novice to practical mastery in field mapping with ADMS. Through engaging anecdotes and expert guidance from mentors like Kyle Okke, Emma's passion for mapping shines through....
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:32
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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-la...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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8:37

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 ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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34:05

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...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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19:59

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 fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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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 w...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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23:03

23. Talking AI with The Man Behind the Curtain: Travis Yeik pt. 2
In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping precision agriculture. We dive deeper into ADMS with software developer Travis Yeik, talk turning digital signals into hydraulic actions, and dive deep into artificial intelligenc...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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27:16

22.5 Tiny Bytes: GNSS? GPS? What's the Difference?
Our latest episode of Tiny Bytes dives into the fascinating world of satellite navigation. Discover the differences between GPS and GNSS, learn how satellite triangulation ensures precise positioning, and explore the transformative role of diff...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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14:56

22. The Man Behind the Curtain: Travis Yeik pt. 1
Elevate your understanding of modern agriculture with Travis Yeik, a trailblazer in precision agriculture technology. From his ranching roots in southeastern Wyoming to his role as software developer at GK Technology, Travis' journey is a testa...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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32:44
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21.5 Tiny Bytes: Exporting Prescriptions
It is one thing to have a variable rate map. It is another to have a variable rate map on a controller. In this episode of Tiny Bytes, we dive into the basics of exporting prescriptions. In this episode, we talk polygons, polygon co...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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12:07

21. The Montana Mafia
Join us for a lively and insightful conversation as we dive into the world of soil sampling with special guests Kyle Okke, Jason Hanson, and Lane Bothwell, who with us, Ag Geek Speak, form the Montana Mafia. This group spent a couple of days in...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:52:45

20.5 Tiny Bytes: Choosing Quality Imagery
Join Sarah and Jodi as they discuss the role of satellite imagery, its various sources, and how to select quality satellite imagery for use in precision agriculture applications.Jodi and Sarah cover NDVI (Normalized Difference Vegetation...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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20:39
