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10.5 Tiny Bytes: What's the Deal with UTM?
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Using the correct UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) zone is crucial when working with GIS data mapped to a UTM zone. We explain how projections work to translate locations from Earth's spherical surface to flat maps, and why UTM zones are critical for accurate agricultural mapping.
• UTM divides Earth into 60 zones, each six degrees of longitude wide
• UTM choice errors cause maps to appear in completely wrong locations, like oceans
• Creating maps in the wrong UTM zone leads to unusable prescriptions for field operations
• Maps created in one UTM zone but opened in another will show incorrect positions
• Farms located on UTM zone boundaries may encounter projection issues more frequently
• Always verify your UTM zone settings when working in mapping software
• Turn on background maps to confirm your fields are projecting in the correct location
• Reprojection tools in ADMS can help fix UTM errors
Avoid the sharks and floaties, check your UTM!
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Chapters
1. Field Maps in the Ocean Problem (00:00:00)
2. Understanding Projections and UTM Zones (00:01:02)
3. Common UTM Errors and Solutions (00:03:05)
4. Key Takeaways for ADMS Users (00:07:20)
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