Samantha Kuns

I have a passion for Agriculture, and Technology. I currently work in Precision Agriculture for Luckey Farmers Inc. and I strive to find better, technological ways to influence the Agricultural world as it rapidly changes. Responsibilities include; Compile and analyze geospatial data to determine agricultural implications of factors such as soil quality, terrain, field productivity, fertilizers, and weather conditions. Create, layer, and analyze maps showing precision agricultural data, such as crop yields, soil characteristics, input applications, terrain, drainage patterns, or field management history. Develop soil sampling grids or identify sampling sites, using geospatial technology, for soil testing on characteristics. Collect information about soil or field attributes, yield data, or field boundaries, using field data recorders and basic geographic information systems (GIS). Demonstrate the uses and applications of geospatial technology, such as Global Positioning System (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), automatic tractor guidance systems, variable rate chemical input applicators, surveying equipment, and computer mapping software. Prepare reports summarizing field productivity and profitability in graphical form. Contact equipment manufacturers for technical assistance, as needed. Utilize UAS to identify relationships between soil quality, crop canopy densities, light reflectance, and weather history. Draw or read maps, such as soil, contour, or plat maps. Install, calibrate, or maintain sensors, mechanical controls, GPS-based vehicle guidance systems, or computer settings. Identify areas in need of pesticide treatment by analyzing geospatial data to determine insect movement and damage patterns. Process and analyze data from harvester monitors to develop yield maps. Program farm equipment, such as variable rate planting equipment or pesticide sprayers, based on input from crop scouting.