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FarmCommand vs Valley Irrigation

FarmCommand logo

FarmCommand

Agriculture

Precision agriculture command center

From
$75/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Valley Irrigation logo

Valley Irrigation

Agriculture

Smart irrigation management systems

From
$29/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: FarmCommand covers Field mapping & boundaries, Valley Irrigation covers Remote monitoring.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FarmCommand and Valley Irrigation actually diverge.

Attributes where FarmCommand and Valley Irrigation differ
AttributeFarmCommandValley Irrigation
Starting price$75/month$29/month
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb, Ios, Android, Hardware
Founded20161946

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Agriculture).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in FarmCommand

  • Field mapping & boundaries
  • Variable rate technology
  • Yield mapping
  • Equipment tracking
  • Weather integration
  • Case IH
  • AGCO
  • Trimble

Only in Valley Irrigation

  • Remote monitoring
  • Variable rate irrigation
  • GPS guidance
  • Water management
  • Pump control
  • Soil sensors
  • Encrypted
  • Hardware support

Both cover

  • John Deere
  • Climate FieldView
  • SSL
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

FarmCommand

  • Variable rate applicationnot Valley Irrigation
  • Yield optimizationnot Valley Irrigation
  • Equipment managementnot Valley Irrigation
  • Field planningnot Valley Irrigation

Valley Irrigation

  • Remotely monitoring and controlling center pivot irrigation machinesnot FarmCommand
  • Variable rate irrigation applying different water depths across a fieldnot FarmCommand
  • Diagnosing pivot faults and pump status without driving to the fieldnot FarmCommand

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

FarmCommand

Nothing recorded yet. See the FarmCommand review.

Valley Irrigation

  • The technology products are tied to Valley irrigation hardware such as center pivots and ICON control panels rather than sold as standalone software
  • No price is published for any product; the site routes buyers to a Get a Quote form and to local dealers

Pricing, plan by plan

FarmCommand

$75/month
  • Basic$75/month
    • Field mapping
    • Basic analytics
    • Weather data
  • Professional$150/month
    • All Basic features
    • Variable rate prescriptions
    • Satellite imagery
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Custom solutions
    • API access
    • Dedicated support

Valley Irrigation

$29/month
  • BaseStation3$1200/year
    • Remote monitoring
    • Basic control
    • Alerts
  • AgSense$2000/year
    • Full VRI
    • Advanced analytics
    • API

Which should you pick?

Choose FarmCommand if

  • You need field mapping & boundaries.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want variable rate technology.
FarmCommand review

Choose Valley Irrigation if

  • You need remote monitoring.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Hardware.
  • You also want variable rate irrigation.
Valley Irrigation review

Questions people ask

Is FarmCommand or Valley Irrigation better?
Neither clearly leads. FarmCommand starts at $75/month and Valley Irrigation at $29/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FarmCommand or Valley Irrigation?
FarmCommand starts at $75/month and Valley Irrigation at $29/month.
Does FarmCommand or Valley Irrigation run on more platforms?
FarmCommand runs on Web, Ios, Android. Valley Irrigation runs on Web, Ios, Android, Hardware.
What is FarmCommand best used for?
FarmCommand is most often used for variable rate application, yield optimization, equipment management, field planning. Of those, variable rate application and yield optimization are not what Valley Irrigation is typically brought in for.
What can FarmCommand do that Valley Irrigation cannot?
FarmCommand covers Field mapping & boundaries, Variable rate technology, Yield mapping, Equipment tracking. Valley Irrigation covers Remote monitoring, Variable rate irrigation, GPS guidance, Water management. Both handle John Deere, Climate FieldView, SSL, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Valley Irrigation: Does Valley Irrigation publish pricing on their website?

No, Valley Irrigation does not display pricing publicly. The company directs customers to work with local dealers who 'can give you the best advice on which irrigation equipment and options are right for you.'

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Valley Irrigation: How do I get a quote for Valley Irrigation equipment?

You can request a quote directly through their 'Get a Quote' link on their website, find a local dealer using their dealer locator, or contact them at (402) 359-2201 or [email protected].

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Valley Irrigation: Does Valley Irrigation sell directly to customers or only through dealers?

Valley Irrigation emphasizes working with local dealers rather than direct sales. Their website states that customers should connect with regional representatives for equipment recommendations and pricing discussions.

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Valley Irrigation: What support channels are available for existing customers?

Existing customers can reach AgSense technical support at 1-888-223-0595 for assistance with irrigation systems and equipment.

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