As a child and a young farmer, he has watched farming technology grow and mature along with his fields. He uses sophisticated computers to measure different aspects of his harvest. A computer disk in his combine shows him the amount of corn or beans a field will yield along with other important information. His personal computer is a tool he uses to analyze this information. The computer also allows him to communicate with other farmers and check grain prices. He advises students who are considering a future in farming to know a little about everything from accounting to business to medicine. Hands-on experience is also a key factor. This farmer has successfully combined the high tech world of computers with the age-old techniques of farming.