Software applications designed for Android operating systems that leverage global positioning system (GPS) technology to aid in the navigation and operation of agricultural vehicles, specifically tractors, available without cost to the user. An example would be an application downloadable from the Google Play Store that displays a tractor’s real-time location on a map and provides guidance for efficient field coverage.
These tools offer significant advantages to agricultural operations. Benefits include improved accuracy in field operations, reduced overlap and input waste (fertilizers, seeds, pesticides), optimized route planning, and enhanced record-keeping. Historically, precise positioning systems in agriculture required expensive dedicated hardware. The advent of smartphone technology and readily available GPS data has democratized access to these capabilities, enabling even small-scale farmers to benefit from precision agriculture techniques.
