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In this special episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show celebrating National Ag Day, Dr. Alex Thomasson from Mississippi State University explores how autonomous systems—drones, robotic tractors, and AI-driven technologies—are transforming modern agriculture. From tackling labor shortages to enhancing efficiency, he breaks down the real-world impact of automation on farm operations. Tune in now on all major platforms!
"The push for autonomous systems is largely driven by labor shortages, and it also brings opportunities for increased efficiency and precision."
Meet the guest: Dr. Alex Thomasson is a leader in agricultural engineering and automation, serving as Department Head of Agricultural and Biological Engineering and Director of the Agricultural Autonomy Institute at Mississippi State University. With a Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Kentucky, his research focuses on precision agriculture, autonomous systems, and AI-driven farm technology.
What you will learn:
The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by the innovative companies:
- S&W Seed Co.
- KWS
- CNH Reman
𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show
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In this special episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show celebrating National Ag Day, Dr. Alex Thomasson from Mississippi State University explores how autonomous systems—drones, robotic tractors, and AI-driven technologies—are transforming modern agriculture. From tackling labor shortages to enhancing efficiency, he breaks down the real-world impact of automation on farm operations. Tune in now on all major platforms!
"The push for autonomous systems is largely driven by labor shortages, and it also brings opportunities for increased efficiency and precision."
Meet the guest: Dr. Alex Thomasson is a leader in agricultural engineering and automation, serving as Department Head of Agricultural and Biological Engineering and Director of the Agricultural Autonomy Institute at Mississippi State University. With a Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Kentucky, his research focuses on precision agriculture, autonomous systems, and AI-driven farm technology.
What you will learn:
The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by the innovative companies:
- S&W Seed Co.
- KWS
- CNH Reman
𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
Website: The Crop Science Podcast Show
Instagram: The Crop Science Podcast Show
LinkedIn: The Crop Science Podcast Show

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