The data provided by CoreScan is highly actionable, enabling agronomists and farmers to optimize soil management practices, adjust nutrient applications, modify tillage practices, and make informed irrigation decisions. CoreScan is designed to be user-friendly and can be operated by anyone with basic training provided by Veris Technologies. “There’s no need for a CoreScan-appointed representative to operate it, making it accessible and easy to integrate into existing farm operations,” Lund added. “The data is presented through our FieldFusion cloud platform, which simplifies interpretation and application.” Lund emphasized that CoreScan is not a replacement for soil laboratories but rather a powerful complement. “It leverages valuable lab data and applies it at high resolution, deeper into the soil profile, providing a more comprehensive understanding of soil health and nutrient dynamics.” Customers purchase the CoreScan sensor unit, which includes the probe, necessary hardware for field operation, and access to FieldFusion. The package also includes a soil sampler tube for collecting deep cores, enabling even more detailed soil analysis. FieldFusion’s cost is based on acreage use with no annual fee, offering a flexible pricing model that ensures users only pay for what they use, making it a cost-effective solution for operations of all sizes. Andrew Bulfer of the agricultural service company BK Digital Ag LLC in Mendota, Illinois, has been using CoreScan for one season and sees its potential to transform soil management practices. “The ability to map soil characteristics throughout the entire rooting zone allows us to look at fields in ways we’ve never been able to before,” Bulfer said. “The detailed data on soil compaction is helping us shift to more targeted tillage—tillage with a purpose rather than the way we’ve always done it. Having multiple soil properties, including compaction data, will enable us to prescribe variable depth tillage using new technology from tillage equipment manufacturers.” One of CoreScan’s standout features, Lund explained, is its ability to work in harmony with traditional lab data and cutting-edge machine learning algorithms. This combination allows for precise nutrient modeling, significantly improving fertilizer recommendations and overall crop management. “In a 10-field, five-state study, CoreScan removed all of the most significant errors found in conventional sampling and is capable of improving phosphorus recommendations by 35 percent,” Lund noted. Designed for versatility, CoreScan can be mounted on UTVs, trucks, or tractors and is capable of mapping even during the growing season without disturbing the crop. For more information, visit www.veristech.com. | pag PHOTO: Veris Technologies, Inc. 10
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