Electronic Data Recorders for Weed Science Research

Abstract

Most field data are recorded in a notebook or on paper in the field and later re-entered into computer files for statistical analyses. Using electronic field data recorders, data can be entered directly into computer files. Initial communication problems between electronic data recorders and personal computers and learning time requirements may limit effective use of these tools. Use of a dedicated field data recorder and software developed by the authors produced an estimated first-year labor cost savings of $500 to $700.