Dave Swain

Agtech expert Dave Swain warns innovation is accelerating, but chasing shiny tools risks missing fundamentals that truly drive farm performance and long-term value.

It’s your data — so why aren’t you using it now? Unlock smarter decisions and profitability on your farm, writes ag tech expert Dave Swain.

Ag tech expert Dave Swain explains why farms and retailers are prime cyber targets — and how to protect operations.

When urgency dominates decisions, contributing writer Dave Swain explains how ag leaders reclaim focus, prioritize strategy, and drive long-term success.

Agtech expert Dave Swain examines agriculture’s ongoing connectivity and IoT saga, explaining progress, pitfalls, and why there’s no easy button.

As economic pressure mounts, turning “data hoarding” into actionable insights is essential for 2026, says ag tech expert Dave Swain.

Going back to the basics — with the right tech — can drive smarter decisions and real results on the farm, says ag tech expert Dave Swain.

Technologies can provide a number of solutions for an operation. But does it add value to the operation? If it doesn’t, what’s the point?

Should the industry adopt AI? Of course, but we should use it as the tool that it’s meant to be, says ag tech expert Dave Swain.

Soil sampling isn’t “just” soil sampling — it’s the foundation of smarter agronomic decisions, says ag tech expert Dave Swain.

Resistance to change is stalling ag progress. Embracing new technology, says ag tech expert Dave Swain, is essential for innovation, growth, and staying competitive.