Welcome Dr. Jiali Shang Visiting Precision Agriculture Center, UMN
September 18, 2019
Dr. Shang is a research scientist at the Ottawa Research and Development Centre in Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and an adjunct professor at the Department of Earth and Space Science and Engineering, York University. She received her Bsc. in geography from Beijing Normal University, M.A. in Geography from University of Windsor, and Ph.D. in Environmental Remote Sensing from University of Waterloo. She has been actively involved in methodology development and application using Earth Observation (EO) technology to vegetation biophysical parameter retrieval, crop growth modeling, and precision farming using both optial and radar data. She has served as international scientific authority for funding proposal review for Canada and other international organizations. She has led multiple national and international research programs to develop EO applications to agriculture.
Scheduled Seminar
Title: Supporting Precision Farming with Earth Observation Technology
Wednesday, September 18 2019 | 3:30 PM CDT | S415 Soils Bldg
September 24 2019
Dr. Ali Moghimi, a UMN alum and current postdoctoral researcher at the Digital Agriculture Lab at UC Davis, will present his groundbreaking Ph.D. research on September 24, 2019, at the IEEE RAS Agricultural Robotics and Automation Webinar Series. His work integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and hyperspectral imaging for high-throughput plant phenotyping in wheat. By leveraging innovative sensor-based frameworks, Dr. Moghimi demonstrated methods for salt tolerance assessment, Fusarium head blight detection, and yield prediction using UAV-mounted hyperspectral cameras. These advancements provide valuable tools for breeders and farmers to enhance productivity and efficiency. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leader in AI-driven agricultural innovation.
Scheduled Seminar
Title: Artificial Intelligence and Hyperspectral Imaging for High-Throughput Plant Phenotyping
Tuesday, September 24 2019 | 10:30 AM CDT | IEEE RAS Webinar Series
Enroll in New Graduate Course: LAAS 5416 Precision Agriculture & Nutrient Management
August 22, 2019
The University of Minnesota is offering a new graduate course, LAAS 5416: Precision Agriculture & Nutrient Management, this Fall 2019. Taught by Dr. Yuxin Miao, this course combines lectures and hands-on experiences to cover cutting-edge topics such as soil variability, yield data analysis, remote sensing, and crop growth modeling. Classes will take place on Thursdays, 3:05–5:45 PM, in Soil 415. For more details, contact Dr. Miao at [email protected]. Sign up now and advance your knowledge in sustainable agriculture!
Attend the Precision Agriculture Center Seminar
May 3, 2019
Join Dr. Jeffrey A. Coulter, Professor in Corn-Based Cropping Systems at the University of Minnesota, for a seminar on site-specific and adaptive nitrogen management for corn following alfalfa. The event will take place at 2 PM in Borlaug Hall, Room 375. Hosted by the Precision Agriculture Center, this seminar offers a valuable opportunity to learn about innovative nitrogen management strategies for sustainable agriculture.
Scheduled Seminar
Title: Site-specific and adaptive nitrogen management for corn following alfalfa
Tuesday, May 3, 2019 | 2:00 PM CST | Borlaug Hall, Room 375
Precision Agriculture Center Hosts the 2019 Production Agriculture Symposium
March 8, 2019
The Precision Agriculture Center hosted the 2019 Production Agriculture Symposium on "Dialing In: Precision Agriculture in Action," featuring keynote addresses, student presentations, panel discussions, and poster sessions. With 240 attendees, the event highlighted cutting-edge research and collaboration in agriculture. Preceding the symposium, a roundtable discussion with keynote speakers Dr. Raj Khosla and Dr. Kelly Thorp provided additional insights. A special thanks to sponsors Corteva Agrisciences, Minnesota Soybean Growers, and Minnesota Corn Growers for their support!
Congratulations to Dr. Ali Moghimi on His Ph.D. Defense
February 5, 2019
Dr. Ali Moghimi successfully defended his Ph.D. on February 5th, 2019, at the University of Minnesota. His research, combining hyperspectral imaging and artificial intelligence, developed innovative frameworks for wheat phenotyping, focusing on yield potential, salt stress tolerance, and Fusarium head blight resistance. Dr. Moghimi's contributions, including UAV-based field phenotyping and automated feature selection frameworks, mark a significant advancement in sustainable agriculture. He will begin a postdoctoral role at UC Davis in March. Congratulations, Dr. Moghimi!
February 5, 2019
Ali Moghimi will present his PhD dissertation titled "Integrating Hyperspectral Imaging and Artificial Intelligence to Develop Automated Frameworks for High-Throughput Phenotyping in Wheat" on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at 10:00 AM in Room 310 Alderman Hall. His innovative research focuses on leveraging hyperspectral imaging and AI to improve crop phenotyping, addressing traits like yield potential, salt stress tolerance, and Fusarium head blight resistance. This work offers transformative tools for breeders and significant contributions to global food security. Best of luck to Ali in his defense!
Scheduled Defense
Title: Integrating Hyperspectral Imaging and Artificial Intelligence to Develop Automated Frameworks for High-Throughput Phenotyping in Wheat
Tuesday, February 5, 2019 | 10:00 AM CST | Alderman Hall, Room 310
February 1, 2019
Join the University of Minnesota on March 8, 2019, for “Dialing in: Precision Agriculture in Action,” part of the Corteva Agriscience Plant Sciences Symposia Series. This free event includes expert talks, student presentations, and networking opportunities. Distinguished speakers include Dr. Daniel Lee, Dr. Raj Khosla, and Dr. Kelly Thorp. Register now to engage with leaders shaping the future of agriculture!
January 7, 2019
Join the Precision Agriculture Center (PAC) at the Climate FieldView Winter Conference on January 17, 2019, at the Verizon Center, Mankato, MN. Learn about innovative digital agriculture tools and hear a keynote by Doug Sauder. Don’t miss the Product and Science Expo for hands-on insights into cutting-edge agricultural technology!