Agribusiness Inputs and GIS

Farmers need many inputs to successfully produce agricultural products for sale. A network of local farm supply outlets form the backbone of this supply chain. These farm inputs vary from seed, fertilizer, and agrochemicals to machinery parts; services are also often sold from the same location such as crop insurance and farm credits. How are the crop input manufacturers and service providers to benefit from GIS? Below is a selection of applications where GIS is being used to successfully increase operational efficiency while guaranteeing the best possible service for customers.