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Ali Mirzakhani Nafchi

Assistant Professor & SDSU Extension Precision Agriculture Specialist

605-688-4774

Raven Precision Ag Building 209
Agronomy, Horticulture & Plant Science-Box 2207A
Brookings, SD 57007

Ali supports the citizens of South Dakota in his role as the SDSU Extension Precision Agriculture Specialist at the South Dakota State University campus in Brookings.

State & Regional Offices

SDSU Campus

Also by Ali Mirzakhani Nafchi

Cyst nematode on soybean plant

Integrating Precision Ag Tools for Smarter SCN Assessment and Management

Fact sheet on integrating Precision Ag tools for Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN) assessment and management

Farmer viewing precision seed application data on a tablet.

Cybersecurity Planning: Securing the Future

With reliance on digital technologies, precision agriculture requires securing data and implementing key strategies to safeguard digital assets and maintain operational integrity and confidentiality.

Crop field with various areas highlighted to show variations in crop performance.

Variations in a Field and Variable Rate Technology Adoption

Field variations, including soil properties, nutrient content, and moisture levels, can significantly impact crop yield and farm profits. By understanding the specific needs of different areas, farmers can apply fertilizers, seeds, and other inputs more effectively.