Monsanto and Boundless Collaborate for Open Source GIS Contributions
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Among the contributions is an OAuth Plugin that was donated to enable modern authorization of users within the Quantum GIS (QGIS) open source desktop project.“It is encouraging to see one of the largest agricultural firms breaking from traditional software approaches and adopting our technology platform,” said Andy Dearing, CEO of Boundless.“The rapid acceleration in capabilities of the open source geospatial technology stack has greatly benefited from advancements like what Monsanto is contributing today.We produce seeds for fruits, vegetables and key crops - such as corn, soybeans, and cotton - that help farmers have better harvests while using water and other important resources more efficiently.We work to find sustainable solutions for soil health, help farmers use data to improve farming practices and conserve natural resources, and provide crop protection products to minimize damage from pests and disease.
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