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The Day the Tractors Stood Still

The Atlas Obscura Podcast

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Tractor Troubles: Navigating GPS Failures

This chapter explores a significant incident in May 2024 when advanced GPS systems in tractors malfunctioned due to a solar storm, impacting farming operations in Nebraska and Kansas. It discusses the consequences of these failures on crop yields and highlights the broader implications of the right to repair for farmers.

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