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Ames, IA, United States of America

Ag Leader Technology

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USPTO Granted Patents = 78

% Expired Patents = 2.6

EPO Patents = 1

Trademarks = 26

Forward Citations = 976

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65 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Roger Zielke (26 out of 26 patents)

Scott Eichhorn (14 out of 14 patents)

Tony Woodcock (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Alan F Barry (7 out of 8 patents)

5. Douglas Gilbert (7 out of 7 patents)

6. Brett Buehler (7 out of 7 patents)

7. Alex Hartogh (6 out of 6 patents)

8. Brett Johnson (6 out of 6 patents)

9. Joe Holoubek (6 out of 6 patents)

10. Travis Campbell (5 out of 5 patents)

11. David Wilson (5 out of 5 patents)

12. Aaron Friedlein (5 out of 5 patents)

13. Barry Anderson (4 out of 4 patents)

14. Kurt Townsend (4 out of 4 patents)

15. Jeff Westbrook (4 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Automated Navigation

Seed Metering

Soil Sensors

Stalk Sensing

Fluid Application

Row Control

Crop Prediction

Error Detection

Vehicle Guidance

Data Visualization

Optical Tracking

Downforce Control

78 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12776031 - Apparatus, systems and methods for image plant counting (2026-10-27),

2. 12772923 - Load cell backing plate and associated devices, systems, and methods (2026-10-27),

3. 12765458 - Row-by-row yield estimation system and related devices and methods (2026-10-20),

4. 12765444 - Controlled air pulse metering apparatus for an agricultural planter and related systems and methods (2026-10-20),

5. 12755337 - Agricultural mapping and related systems and methods (2026-10-06),

6. 12745694 - Seed meter with integral mounting method for row crop planter and associated systems and methods (2026-09-29),

7. 12714023 - Cross track error sensor and related devices, systems, and methods (2026-08-25),

8. 12714007 - Seed meter controller and associated testing devices, system, and methods (2026-08-25),

9. 12667052 - Apparatus, systems and methods for eliminating cross-track error (2026-06-30),

10. 12653091 - Seed tube guard and associated systems and methods of use (2026-06-16),

11. 12653085 - Apparatus, systems and methods for steerable toolbars (2026-06-16),

12. 12648501 - Planter downforce and uplift monitoring and control feedback devices, systems and associated methods (2026-06-09),

13. 12619236 - Apparatus, systems and methods for automated navigation of agricultural equipment (2026-05-05),

14. 12583509 - Assisted steering apparatus and associated systems and methods (2026-03-24),

15. 12564117 - Devices, systems, and methods for seed trench protection (2026-03-03),

Company Overview

Ag Leader Technology, based in Ames, Iowa, specializes in agricultural automation solutions that enhance farming efficiency and productivity. The company develops advanced technologies such as automated navigation systems, seed metering devices, and soil sensors, which are integral to modern precision agriculture. Their innovations also encompass stalk sensing, fluid application, row control, and crop prediction, all aimed at optimizing farming practices and improving yield outcomes. Ag Leader is committed to providing farmers with the tools necessary for data-driven decision-making.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Nov 3 2026

78 Patents

#6 in Ames, IA

#36 in Iowa

#4,748 in US

#9,686 in the World

Ames, IA, United States of America

Ag Leader Technology

Forward Citations = 976

65 inventors:

Roger Zielke (26 out of 26 patents)

Scott Eichhorn (14 out of 14 patents)

Tony Woodcock (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Alan F Barry (7 out of 8 patents)

5. Douglas Gilbert (7 out of 7 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Ag Leader Technology. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/ag-leader-technology

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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