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406.622.3887 T R I A N G L E A G - S E R V I C E S PO BOX 1476 • 2705 Front Street Fort Benton, MT 59442 www.triangleag.com www.triangleag.com Growing For Results Growing For Results Specializing in: Precision Ag Products Support Training New Dealer For: SmartFirmer will analyze the soil for many key factors and provide an in-depth look at every single furrow to optimize where and how you plant your seeds. Soil Moisture Sensing Adequate moisture is needed in the soil for a seed to germinate. If the soil does not have enough moisture for a seed to germinate, it will take a rain shower to get enough moisture for that seed to germinate. SmartFirmer measures and displays soil moisture in the cab so adjustments can be made to get seeds into adequate moisture. Soil Temperature Sensing Seeds need sufficient temperature to germinate, but how does temperature fluctuate throughout the day as the sun shines on the field and as you plant from one soil type to the next? SmartFirmer shows you real time temperature as you are planting so you can make the right decision. Furrow Uniformity While consistent furrows are always best for a uniform crop, SmartFirmer can identify irregularities within those furrows, such as soil clods, pockets of air, or falling dry soil. Knowing where these irregularities reside allows farmers to provide for them and correct whatever issues may appear. Residue Sensing Any in-furrow crop residue can prove detrimental to seed germination and growth. SmartFirmer measures the quantity of in-furrow residue and adjusts row cleaners accordingly, thus ensuring residue won't limit seed moisture uptake or transmit disease. Organic Matter Sensing In any field, there are multiple yield environments that are determined by differences in the field. One of the foundations of these differences is the amount of organic matter in different soils. The more Organic matter in a soil, the more water and nutrients it provides. By measuring and mapping organic matter, farmers can get a clear picture of variability in their fields, measured with every planter pass. The Precision Planting SmartFirmer is already proving invaluable for farmers all over the country, and it could prove equally valuable to you this planting season! Contact Triangle Ag Services, a Precision Planting dealer, located in Fort Benton, Montana, for more information. farm406 44