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Matthew J. Grassi

Former Machinery & Technology Editor, Farm Journal

Matthew Grassi is the former Machinery and Technology Editor for Farm Journal and AgWeb, covering farm machinery innovations and ag tech trends.

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Yamaha Agriculture CEO Q&A
Technology
Yamaha Ag Q&A: When Can Growers Buy Farm Robots? North America Rollout Explained
Yamaha Agriculture CEO Nolan Paul talks about his outfit’s vision for its robotic technologies in the U.S.
March 11, 2025 09:54 AM
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Technology
Big Savings In Big Sky: Montana Farmer Cuts Chem Spend With Retrofit Smart Spray Tech
Rich Bronec had a hunch smart spraying technology would fit perfectly in his production system, particularly across his fallow acres. He found the right technology in Europe and also avoided subscription fees.
March 11, 2025 07:34 AM
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Machinery
Staying Strong: The Used Farm Equipment Market Is Thriving and Retrofit Tech Is Trending
Take a deep dive into the used tractor, combine and cotton picker markets, and learn about how one equipment manufacturer is making technology adoption less of a leap for farmers.
March 07, 2025 03:01 PM
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Machinery
Why Reliable Connectivity is the Key to Smart Farming Success
Robust machine connectivity is critical for today’s technology to deliver the benefits and ROI farmers require for adoption on the farm.
March 06, 2025 03:32 PM
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Machinery
New Kid On The Block: TractorTuesday.com Emerges To Disrupt The Auction World And Save Farmers Money
A new digital auction house is offering zero commissions and a 2% buyer’s premium on used farm equipment.
March 06, 2025 01:03 PM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Machinery
5 Retrofit Kits To Upgrade Your Planter From Old to Gold
Here are 5 retrofit components that can refresh your planter. Plus a short planter maintenance checklist to go over before you head to the first field.
March 05, 2025 05:21 PM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Technology
Soaring Yields and Lower Costs: 7 Expert Tips To Maximize Spray Drone Efficiency
Read up on some of the latest management tips to make sure you’re getting the best performance and efficacy from your spray drone program this growing season.
March 05, 2025 10:21 AM
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Technology
New Holland Joins The Smart Sprayer Revolution With IntelliSense Automation
The technology will hit the market first as a factory offering for new Model Year 2026 Guardian series sprayers. Retrofit kits will also be offered for Model Year 2023 and up machines.
March 05, 2025 08:39 AM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Technology
Tech On the Farm: McArthur Ag Ventures Flips The Script On Traditional VRA
When his in-house variable-rate program was no longer effective enough, this farmer found a local program that went deeper on soil metrics to drive his yields higher.
March 04, 2025 05:51 PM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Technology
Double Down on Data: How Blackjack Strategy Inspires One Smart Farm
Like a sharp card player trying to gain an edge against the house, you always have to know your numbers in today’s competitive farm landscape. Here’s how one mega operation does it.
March 04, 2025 05:37 PM
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