The Power of Precision Spraying ‣ PTx Winter Conference 2026

Описание: Precision spraying is entering a new era. In this Winter Conference session, the PTx R&D team explains how real time weed detection, targeted application and smarter sprayer systems are transforming weed control and lowering the cost of every pass. Tristan Herrmann and Aaron Herrmann walk farmers through lessons learned from hundreds of weed maps, showing how field edges, drainage issues, canopy loss and equipment limitations drive recurring weed pressure across farms.

Learn how tools like SymphonyVision cameras identify weed severity in real time by combining weed size and density into a powerful management map. These maps reveal consistent trends, including increased weed escapes in high organic matter or poorly drained areas and chemical rate reductions during turns with traditional rate controllers.

We then introduce SmokeRow, a practical solution for controlling field edges with a selective secondary mix without burning grass or slowing down operations.

Aaron next builds toward SymphonyVision | Spot and the new SymphonyVision | Duo. These systems apply full rate chemistry only where weeds are present, reduce unnecessary blanket applications and allow farmers to broadcast residuals while spot applying contact chemistry in the same pass. Duo maintains full tank capacity, minimizes tender trips and increases spray efficiency while delivering precise, data driven weed control throughout the season.

This session is packed with insights for farmers looking to improve weed management, reduce chemical waste and level up their sprayer performance.

Topics Covered:

• Weed maps and weed severity
• Field edge pressure and weed encroachment
• SmokeRow field edge spraying
• SymphonyVision | Spot
• Residual vs no residual comparisons
• Blanket application challenges
• Engineering behind SymphonyVision | Duo
• Real time weed detection and nozzle control

Learn more at precisionplanting.com.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and farm stories
01:15 SymphonyVision cameras and weed maps
03:25 Field edge weed pressure
07:44 Introducing SmokeRow
11:34 SmokeRow field results
14:20 Common weed map patterns
19:00 Example of grass contamination from fertilizer spread
22:10 Combine spreading weed seed
23:32 Top factors impacting weed severity
24:13 Chemical programs and cost of blanket applications
29:30 SymphonyVision | Spot savings and performance
32:30 Residual field trials and value of residuals
37:25 The engineering issues with dual tank systems
43:30 Introducing SymphonyVision | Duo
47:28 See Duo in action
50:00 Efficiency benefits and reclaiming unused product
53:02 Farmer testimonial