Yield Monitor Accuracy: Successful Farming Magazine Case Study
2002
Grisso, R.D. | Jasa, P.J. | Schroeder, M.A. | Wilcox, J.C.
A joint project of the University of Nebraska and Successful Farming magazine observed the harvest operations of three corn farmers using yield-monitoring technology. Two farmers with level fields of high-yielding corn were asked to operate their combines at under-capacity (20-30% reduction in travel speed), over-capacity (20-30% increase in travel speed), and their typical travel speed. The other farmer was observed going up and down a 5-10% slope. The weight of harvested corn measured by the yield monitor was compared to a weigh wagon after each pass. The results showed that yield monitor calibration and combine operational characteristics play an important role in accurate yield monitor response.
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