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Satellite Driven Farming Equipment

Posted by michael on from the judgement-day-that-much-closer dept.

ravenousbugblatter writes "An article at CNN discusses how Australian scientists are using GPS to automatically drive tractors and other farming equipment on predetermined tracks. The technology is encouraged because it can prevent water loss associated with the repeated compaction of soil from heavy farming equipment."

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  1. YEEHAW by TheOnyx · · Score: 5, Funny

    It's the beginning of the Redneck Skynet!

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    "Do not hold strong opinions about things you do not understand."
  2. Crop Circles by zachster · · Score: 5, Funny

    This innovation should advance the artistry of crop circles immesurably. No longer must we risk capture and incarceration in persuit of out artistic dreams. Now our wildest imaginings can be realized all from the comfort of our satelite relay stations.

    I offer a $100K reward to the first hack who can build me am etch-a-sketch driven combine.