The 92-acre portion of this farm is unquestionably the most intensively sampled and mapped field in the Inland
Northwest. Some 20-25 scientists and engineers are now involved in various aspects of the work started or planned for
this site. A 12-member advisory committee consisting of growers and representatives of agribusiness and government
regulatory agencies provide advice on the long-term projects and the day-to-day farming operations, both of which
must be cutting edge to compete scientifically and be accepted practically. This farm can become a showcase of new
developments and new technologies while leading the way towards more profitable and environmentally friendly
cropping systems based on direct seeding and precision farming.