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Get your equipment ready for 2027 with John Deere Precision Upgrade Kits. 

In Episode 237 of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, Tony Kramer explains how John Deere’s Early Order Program (EOP) can help growers secure program pricing and schedule eligible upgrades before the next season. He covers planter and sprayer options, including 

Tony also explains why tractor connectivity, including compatible displays, receivers and implement ethernet, is critical for many upgrades. Plus, hear how precision technology works across tillage, planting, spraying and harvest. 

Watch Episode 232 for the full 2027 Precision Upgrade Kit overview: 
New John Deere PUK Upgrades for 2027 

00:00 - 01:49 Introduction + John Deere 2027 PUKs included in EOP 

01:50 – 03:34 Autonomous Tillage Upgrades 

03:35 – 06:31- Planter Precision Upgrades 

06:32 – 08:00 RelativeFlow™ Blockage, plus EZCal™ and AccuRate™ Metering Systems   

08:01 - 09:24 Sprayers’ Front-Mounted Cameras with ExactApply’s Nozzle Control 

09:25 – 10:26 Weed Maps and See & Spray Software Updates for Beans, Wheat and More 

10:27 - 12:23: Predictive Ground Speed and Forward-Facing Cameras for Combines 

12:24 –14:00 G5 Displays and JDLink Connectivity for More Tractors  

14:01-15:15 Close & Recap 

 

Contact your local RDO Equipment Co. team to confirm Early Order Program eligibility, machine and tractor compatibility, program deadlines and installation timing. 

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Tony Kramer joins RDO product specialists Jack Stetz and Jared Roelofs at Big Iron 2026 for a look at the model year 2027 X9 combine and new CommandX™, CommandX™ Plus and CommandX™ Pro controls for 8R, 8RT and 8RX tractors. See how technologies like Auto Unload, Predictive Ground Speed Automation and Harvest Settings Automation can reduce the number of tasks demanding an operator’s attention, along with the customization available through the new CommandX™ controls. Plus, get timely harvest reminders on calibrations, the John Deere Operations Center™, setup, harvest data and other ways to prepare your combine for the field.

John Deere is bringing E-Hydro™ technology to its 5E Utility Tractor lineup for model year 2027. In this episode of the Ag Tech Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with John Deere Go-to-Market Manager Mark Davey to discuss the latest updates to the 5E Series and what they mean for property owners, livestock producers and utility tractor operators.

Along with an overview of the 5E lineup, Mark explains John Deere's first-ever E-Hydro transmission in a utility tractor, including how it simplifies operation, improves loader work productivity and introduces new electronic features like LoadMatch™, SpeedMatch™ and cruise control.

The discussion also covers the new digital display, LED lighting package, operator comfort enhancements and when customers can expect the first model year 2027 tractors to arrive.

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Can a John Deere ethanol tractor run on corn-based fuel instead of diesel? In this episode of the Ag Tech Podcast, John Deere Power Systems Research Strategist Harold (Buddy) Kavalier explains the E98 ethanol tractor prototype and how it could help reduce dependence on diesel while eliminating DEF requirements.

John Deere has added a behemoth to its air cart lineup in model year 2027. In this episode, host Tony Kramer reviews the new John Deere C1100T Air Cart that was announced at Commodity Classic 2026.

Along with the latest equipment, Tony breaks down Deere’s modeling system for their air carts, their electronically controlled AccuRate™ metering systems and the precision upgrades that are available for your seeding solutions.

Whether it’s the efficiencies of Section Command Pro™ and calculating curve compensation, to the new calibration systems sent straight to your G5 display, the Ag Tech Podcast with RDO Equipment Co. wants you to know the latest and greatest when it comes to fertilizer application.

John Deere has announced major additions to its 2027 Precision Upgrade Kit (PUK) lineup, and in this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, Tony Kramer sits down with John Deere’s Kyle Barry to break it all down. From upgraded harvest automation for combines to expanded autonomy compatibility, this conversation highlights how growers can bring the latest John Deere technology to equipment they already own — without trading up.

John Deere just introduced its model year 2027 planter updates — and these changes go beyond a typical equipment refresh. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, Tony Kramer talks with John Deere’s Stephen Schwartz to break down new features like including factory-installed FurrowVision, downforce automation, dual product liquid systems (ExactRate + ExactShot) and ExactDepth in-cab control. Together, these updates are designed to give operators more visibility into the furrow, more control from the cab and more precision across every pass.

What if you could see inside the furrow while planting — without ever leaving the cab? In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, Tony Kramer sits down with John Deere experts Stephen Schwartz and Jeff Spencer to discuss FurrowVision, John Deere’s planter technology designed to give farmers real-time visibility into what’s happening below the soil surface.

Host Tony Kramer sits down with Michael Porter, Go-To-Market Manager of Large Tractors and Tillage at John Deere, to break down the brand-new John Deere 8R and John Deere 8RX tractors. The new 440, 490 and 540 models were redesigned from the ground up with a larger frame, JD14 engine, EVT transmission and the ability to electrically power planters directly from the tractor. 

After two full seasons running John Deere See & Spray, North Dakota grower Jarred Billedeu joins Agriculture Technology Podcast host Tony Kramer to share what the technology actually delivered in the field. This episode goes beyond specs to break down how See & Spray fits into an active operation, what surprised Jarred most and what he’d tell other growers still on the fence.

The conversation also touches on ExactShot fertilizer technology and harvest automation, and how those tools are shaping day-to-day decisions across the operation

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Tyler Zima, Product Manager for Tillage and Autonomy at RDO Equipment Co., to break down John Deere’s autonomous tillage solution and what it actually looks like in the field today. After two years, four tillage seasons and more than 13,000 autonomous acres covered, Tony and Tyler share real-world insights from working directly with customers across multiple operations. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Which equipment is compatible with John Deere autonomous tillage • How Precision Upgrade Kits (PUKs) allow existing equipment to run autonomously • How autonomous tillage is operated using Ops Center Mobile • What happens when the machine encounters dust, water, objects or people • What RDO and our customers have learned after multiple seasons in the field • How autonomous tillage can improve flexibility and quality of life on the farm • Where autonomy is headed next and what customers should consider before adopting

2025 was a breakthrough year for agriculture technology, and we’re closing it out with a look at the biggest innovations shaping the industry. In the final Agriculture Technology Podcast episode of the year, host Tony Kramer sits down with Daryl Shelton, RDO’s EVP of Agriculture, to reflect on the top advancements of 2025 and share what’s ahead for 2026. Key highlights from their conversation: • John Deere + Sentera imagery: This acquisition is improving the full imagery workflow, from UAV capture to prescriptions and in-season decisions • See & Spray ROI: Real-world results include major input cost reductions and accelerated adoption • Monosem + SeedStar™ 2: Bringing Deere tech to specialty-crop planters for the visibility growers have been asking for • Autonomous Tillage Insights: What 2025 trials revealed and how customers are preparing for the next step in 2026 The future of farming is here. Listen now to see what it looks like and how precision agriculture is evolving.

Customizable planters, advanced John Deere integration and the NEW MS Electron electric drive system — Monosem is redefining precision planting across every crop. 

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer talks with Clint Sedlacek from Monosem USA about how Monosem’s planter lineup delivers flexibility and innovation for growers around the world. 

Tony and Clint cover: 

• How Monosem planters are customized for everything from broad-acre to specialty crop operations 

• The flexibility behind models like the ValoTerra, NG Plus, NC and MS 

• How John Deere SeedStar and Operations Center enhance real-time planter data and control 

• Why Monosem’s design approach helps growers adapt to unique crop spacing and field conditions 

• What the MS Electron means for the future of electric-drive planter performance 

🎧 Listen in to learn how Monosem and RDO Equipment Co. are helping farmers customize planters for their operation and stay ahead of precision ag technology. 

Learn how John Deere’s new Operations Center PRO Service gives equipment owners more control over diagnostics, maintenance and uptime. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer talks with RDO Equipment Co. experts Larry H. and Jeff W. about how PRO Service replaces Customer Service Advisor to make diagnostics, manuals and software updates more accessible through the John Deere Operations Center.

What used to take 3 days now takes just 4 hours, thanks to drone-based weed mapping and real-time analytics. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, discover how Sentera’s technology is transforming how growers manage fields, make decisions and generate more precise field prescriptions. Host Tony Kramer talks with Sentera’s Eric Taipale and Kevin Friedenberg to explore how drone-based imagery, sensors and software are impacting agriculture. From Sentera’s startup to its acquisition by John Deere, this conversation dives deep into the tools, technologies and vision shaping the future of precision farming. You’ll learn about: • How Direct Georeferencing (DGR) improves drone efficiency and reduces data volume • SmartScripts Weeds and its ability to deliver species-level weed maps in under 4 hours • How SmartScripts works with See & Spray to optimize sprayer performance • FieldAgent software and its integration with John Deere Operations Center • What John Deere’s acquisition of Sentera means for the future of UAV imagery • Sentera’s sensor compatibility with leading drone brands, including DJI

Get an inside look at the brand-new John Deere F8 and F9 self-propelled forage harvesters. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Jason Artz, Product Manager for Forage Harvesters at RDO Equipment Co., to discuss the updates operators can expect in the 2026 self-propelled forage harvester lineup. John Deere forage harvester updates covered: • Updated naming system based on horsepower ranges • New engine platforms, including option with over 1,000 horsepower • Technology upgrades like HarvestMotion Plus, Active Fill Control and HarvestLab 3000 • Redesigned kernel processors (KPs) with improved throughput and monitoring • Drivetrain and steering improvements, including central tire inflation • Operator station upgrades with new cab layout, hydro handle and GreenStar G5 display Whether you’re chopping corn or hay, this episode gives you insight into the performance and efficiency gains of the new John Deere forage harvesters.

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Katy Derheim, Product Manager for Application Technology at RDO Equipment Co., to break down the three John Deere See & Spray™ solutions: Select, Premium and Ultimate. 

Katy shares insights on how See & Spray systems allow growers to reduce herbicide use, lower input costs and increase operational efficiency, without sacrificing results. Whether you’re new to See & Spray or looking to upgrade your system, this episode explains what each solution does, who it’s best for and how you can see ROI as early as your first season. 

Topics we cover: 

• The key differences between Select, Premium and Ultimate 

• How See & Spray saves growers time and money 

• What’s new for 2026 with precision upgrade kits 

• Real-world success stories from growers using See & Spray 

• How John Deere’s licensing model works 

The newest John Deere combine updates for 2026 are here, bringing even more precision and automation to the field. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Bergen Nelson, Go-to-Market Manager at John Deere, to break down the most exciting updates coming to model year 2026 combines. They also revisit key changes introduced in 2025 and explain how farmers can access these technologies through upgrades.

In this episode:

• Recap of model year 2025 combine upgrades

• 2026 John Deere combine updates & new features • Predictive Ground Speed Automation: terrain sensing, weed detection & crop compatibility

• New harvesting logistics tech: Auto Unload & Grain Harvest Weight Sharing

• How to upgrade your current combine • Digital tools to prep for Harvest 2025

Tractor technology has come a long way in the past 20 years — and it’s evolving faster than ever. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer is joined by Brian Verkuehlen of RDO Equipment Co. to discuss how John Deere tractors are becoming more versatile to meet autonomy and precision agriculture.

Once used solely for tillage and planting, John Deere tractors have transformed into advanced, multi-purpose machines. Tony and Brian dive into the impact of emerging technologies, the shift toward electrification and how farmers can strategically plan for the future of their operations.

This episode covers:

• How tractor roles have evolved from specialized to multi-functional

• The impact of AutoTrac, AutoPath and autonomy

• Why horsepower needs are increasing and what that means for your fleet

• The shift from hydraulics to electric power in implements

• Flexible technology integration with G5 displays, EVT transmissions and off-board power

• Choosing between wheels, two-track and four-track configurations • Why long-term planning is essential for equipment investments

Want to cut fertilizer costs without sacrificing yield? In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer unpacks John Deere’s ExactRate and ExactShot fertilizer systems to help you decide which makes sense for your operation. He breaks down how each system works, the types of fertilizer applications they support and how to choose between the two. Whether you’re upgrading your current planter or buying new, understanding the differences between ExactRate and ExactShot can help you make a more informed investment. Topics We Cover: Key differences between ExactRate and ExactShot Fertilizer use and potential input savings Application types each system supports (in-furrow, 2x2 and high-rate) Planter compatibility and upgrade options

From full planter rebuilds to simple meter swaps, John Deere’s 2026 Precision Upgrades offer more ways than ever for farmers to bring the latest technology to the equipment they already own. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Taryn Fischels, Product Marketing Manager at John Deere, to explore the new Model Year 2026 Precision Upgrade Kits for planters and air seeders.These upgrades are designed with flexibility in mind — whether you’re running a newer machine that just needs a meter update or an older unit ready for a complete overhaul. Taryn shares how each kit is built to meet farmers where they’re at, helping them stay current with evolving planting and seeding technology to improve performance and profitability. Topics We Cover: - What Precision Upgrade Kits are - Newly rebranded Ultimate Planter Upgrade for full planter transformations- Meter-Only Upgrades for MaxEmerge 5e and ExactEmerge - The 1910 Accurate Meter Upgrade for air seedersWhether you’re ready to refresh your planter or fine-tune your air seeder, this conversation covers everything you need to know about John Deere’s 2026 precision upgrades.

The new John Deere HSD series is built for speed, reliability and the future of farming — allowing growers to prep their farms for autonomous tillage and cover 400 acres a day. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Kory Ross, Group Product Marketing Manager at John Deere, to discuss upgrades to the 2680H tillage tool. From stronger frames and improved residue flow to plug-and-play autonomy features, the HSD lineup delivers major advancements for large-scale operations. Learn about size options, horsepower requirements and what makes these tools a smart investment for 2026 and beyond. What’s covered in this episode: How the HSD builds on the 2680H’s field performance Structural upgrades for durability and easy maintenance Crop flow improvements and size flexibility Autonomy-ready features designed for John Deere’s future equipment Tool and tractor pairing guidance For more information, visit JohnDeere.com or reach out to your local RDO Equipment Co. store

From spot spraying to navigating tough terrain, UAVs are proving to be extremely beneficial to the ag industry. Join host Tony Kramer in this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast as he sits down with Ross Florhaug, a UAV applicator from North Dakota. Ross shares his journey with UAVs, insights on the best UAVs for agriculture and the challenges and successes of using UAVs in farming. 

Curious about why customers would prefer UAV aerial applications over traditional methods? Ross discusses the benefits, including greater availability when crop dusters are busy, safer navigation around obstacles like highline wires and trees and chemical savings through efficient mapping. 

Whether you're passionate about agriculture or just appreciate the newest technology, don't miss this insightful episode on how UAVs are making a difference in precision agriculture. 

Join Tony Kramer, host of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, as he sits down with Jake L. and Derrick R. from RDO Equipment Co. to discuss the transformative power of John Deere Connected Support at RDO Equipment Co.

Learn how telematics and proactive solutions are revolutionizing machine health and maintenance for operators and owners, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity for their farming and construction businesses. Hear first-hand about success stories, expert insights and the future of connected machines in agriculture and beyond. Listen now to learn more about RDO Connected Support and how it can benefit your operation.

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, John Deere's Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Jahmy Hindman, speaks live from the Grand Farm Innovation Campus.

Jahmy shares his vision for the future of farming, discussing groundbreaking technologies like See & Spray and autonomous tractors. He dives into the challenges of feeding a growing global population, the evolution of agricultural technology, the role of connectivity and AI in modern farming and more!

Join us for an engaging discussion with John Deere’s CTO on how technology is shaping the future of farming.

Join host Tony Kramer in this special episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, recorded live at the Future of Farming event at the Grand Farm Innovation Campus. Dive deep into See & Spray technology with industry experts from John Deere, Blue River Technology, Mid-Kansas Co-op and RDO Equipment Co.

Our panel of guests includes:

Lee Johnson: See & Spray Architecture and Integration Lead at John Deere

Emily Paris: Product Manager at Blue River Technology

Nick Mazouch: Agronomy Manager at Mid-Kansas Co-op

Jared Billadeau: Grower from North Dakota

Mark Dorn: Corporate Business Sales Manager at RDO Equipment Company

Katy Hill: Product Manager for Application Technologies at RDO Equipment Company

Discover the evolution of See & Spray technology from its early prototypes to its current state. Gain insights on software and camera detection technology, results from 2024 trials and perspectives from growers. Hear expert perspectives on the significant chemical savings, yield increases and future potential that See & Spray offers.

Don't miss this informative discussion on the advancements and impact of See & Spray technology in modern agriculture!

Join host Tony Kramer on the Agriculture Technology Podcast as he sits down with Michael Porter, Go-to-Market Manager for Large Tractors and Tillage at John Deere, to explore John Deere's revolutionary autonomous tillage solution. In this episode, they discuss how this cutting-edge technology can enhance farming operations by increasing efficiency and productivity. Michael explains the benefits for farmers, from small operations to large-scale farms, including reallocating labor, optimizing time management and reducing operational costs. He details how the autonomous tractor technology works, including the necessary equipment and preparation steps. They also cover the compatibility of existing John Deere tractors and tillage tools with the autonomous solution and highlight future developments and new autonomy-ready tools. Ready to hear about the future of farming? Stay tuned to learn all about John Deere's new autonomous tractor technology.

Join Agriculture Technology Podcast host Tony Kramer as he sits down with Andrew S. from RDO Australia to explore cutting-edge digital solutions transforming the agriculture industry.  

In this episode, Andrew shares his journey from farming to working with John Deere's Precision Ag team. He discusses advancements in cotton tracking technology, best management practices in cotton and sugarcane farming and collaboration with ag retailers to support growers and enhance data utilization.  

Learn about the Grain Research Development Corporation's Grain Automate project and how it aims to prepare growers for future autonomy in farming. 

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Joel Kaczynski, a Technology Solutions Manager at RDO Equipment Co., to dive into John Deere's new license model for technology. With over 20 years of experience at RDO, Joel explains John Deere’s transition from traditional activations and subscriptions to the new license model, which includes permanent, time-based and use-based licenses. This new model aims to provide more flexibility and better align costs with actual usage, making it easier for farmers to adopt advanced technologies. Tony and Joel cover the differences between permanent, time-based and use-based licenses, practical advice for farmers on choosing the right license model and more. John Deere also provides a sneak-peak at the Licenses Tool at the end of the episode. Whether you're a long-time John Deere user or new to their technology, this episode provides valuable insights to help you make informed decisions for your farming operation.

Join host Tony Kramer in this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast as he sits down with Stephen Frahm, Business Development Manager Crop Care at RDO Equipment Australia. They dive into the unique planting and seeding solutions in Australian agriculture, discussing everything from moisture conservation techniques to the importance of controlled traffic farming. 

Stephen shares insights on custom equipment builds, the integration of Monosem solutions, and the latest John Deere technologies, including SurePoint Ag's bidirectional downforce and liquid row monitoring. Discover how Australian growers are leveraging these solutions to enhance their operations and achieve better crop yields. 

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Scott Schumacher, General Manager of Construction Technology at RDO Equipment Co. in Grand Forks, ND, to discuss the groundbreaking John Deere Path technology, Deere’s newest precision mapping solution for snow removal operators.

Join RDO Equipment Co.’s Agronomist and Podcast Host, Tony Kramer, as he reviews the top 5 episodes of the Ag Tech Podcast from 2024. In this episode, Tony recaps expert insights from the Millennial Farmer and RDO’s founder Ron Offutt, along with the latest John Deere product launches and technologies, including Precision Upgrade Kits and the John Deere Operations Center. Watch to see how these insights, product launches and new technologies have shaped the ag tech landscape this year.

This year, the Ag Tech Podcast has covered John Deere precision upgrade kits (PUKs) for planters, sprayers and combines. To round out our year on precision upgrades, Tony sits down with Clint Chaffer, Product Marketing Lead for Precision Upgrades at John Deere, to talk about the origin of PUKs. Starting with planters, the technology footprint of precision upgrades broadened across each season. Chaffer gives us insight into how growers can retrofit older equipment with PUKs, allowing farmers to save money and learn at their own pace. The approach is simple: meet customers where they are on their technology journey and do what makes sense for their operation. Listen to what sparked the ideas, how they evolved from machine to machine and what Chaffer sees for the future of PUKs.

Tony Kramer is joined by Bill Edmondson, RDO’s UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) Product Manager to discuss drone solutions. He shares how early on, the team worked diligently to understand the capabilities of UAV products, ensuring that whether you’re working with crops in the field or on a construction job site, there are a variety of solutions these products can provide. But that’s not all — RDOai offers a variety of additional advantages to help customers achieve the best results, which are highlighted throughout this episode.

Getting more done in less time — it's something we all dream of, especially in the field. Lucky for us, John Deere had the same goal in mind when creating and redesigning some of their latest tillage tools. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology podcast, Tyler Z., tillage technology product manager at RDO, joins Tony to introduce Deere's first coulter chisel tillage implement, the CC Series, as well as the redesigned Minimum Tillage (MT) series. Tyler walks us through the highlights, differences, benefits and more of both the CC Series and the MT Series.

Harvest has kicked off in many places of the country, which means it’s only fitting for today’s Agriculture Technology podcast topic: precision upgrades for your combine. In this episode, host Tony Kramer is joined by Wyatt Johnson, Precision Ag Product Specialist out of the RDO store in Webster, SD. They give a detailed description of how these upgrades could help your farm.

Precision upgrade kits (PUKs) take your sprayer to the next level. How? Mike L., one of RDO Equipment Co.’s Precision Ag Product Specialists has the answers.

Welcome to the milestone 200th episode of the Agriculture Technology podcast. Today, Ron Offutt, founder of RDO Equipment Co. joins host Tony Kramer to reflect on the past 60 years of agriculture and look to the future.

Ready to choose your planting adventure? Colin Artz, a 20-plus-year ag industry veteran, discusses John Deere's planter Precision Upgrade Kits (PUKs) with Podcast Host and Planting Technology Product Manager Tony Kramer. Artz explains that farmers can select the improvements they’d like — planter speed, seed planting quality or input savings with ExactShot technology. Listen to learn how farmers can customize their PUKs to fit their current planter.

From Precision Agriculture Essentials Kits and new C-Series Air Carts to the highly anticipated S7 and X9 combines, Podcast Host and Planting Technology Manager Tony Kramer gets the scoop on the latest equipment and technology solutions from John Deere Go-to-Market Managers. during this year’s Commodity Classic. Discover key features of these John Deere products, their development and how they will work in the field.

Zach Johnson, the Millennial Farmer creator on YouTube, returns to the podcast to discuss farming technology adoption and its effect on efficiency and profitability with Podcast Host and Planting Technology Product Manager Tony Kramer. As a 5th generation farmer, Johnson first spoke with Kramer during episode 86 when he started to promote agriculture and share his day-to-day experiences. Johnson and Kramer talk about precision upgrade kits on planters, including ExactRate™ Liquid Fertilizer System and ExactShot. Johnson shares his experience with these precision solutions and the John Deere Operations Center™ — as he monitors the planter's progress and performance through his app, providing peace of mind.

Planting Technology Product Manager and Podcast Host Tony Kramer discuss John Deere Operations Center™ and its applications for small grains growers with John Deere’s Go-to-Market Manager, Ryan Stien. John Deere’s recent partnership announcement with SpaceX increases service to rural areas, and Stien, who focuses on digital products, says increased connectivity will revolutionize accurate data collection. Stein and Kramer emphasize field boundaries as a foundational step to automate data collection for planting times, locations, and crop varieties. With this database of information later, small grain farmers can discern where and when they may need to apply nutrients or fertilizer. Listen to learn how the Operations Center – a no-cost solution – empowers small grain farmers to make informed operational decisions during each growing season.

Product Manager of Planting Technology and Podcast Host Tony Kramer sits down with turf and utility professionals, RDO Account Manager Alex Mitchell and Josh West, Owner of JT Lawn Services & Landscaping. West has over a quarter of a century of experience in lawn care, landscaping and snow removal. He has grown his business from one machine to multiple machines equipped with technology, all powered by an expert team. Mitchell shares West’s growth through optimizing his operation with John Deere Operations Center ™. Once considered a Farm Management System, many turf and utility business owners like West have discovered the Operations Center’s ability to manage daily operations. Listen to learn how turf and utility fleet managers use John Deere Operations Center ™ to monitor equipment performance and optimize business decisions.

RDO Equipment Co.’s Agronomist and Podcast Host, Tony Kramer, sits down with RDO’s Technology Solutions Manager, Joel Kaczynski, to review the 2023 growing seasons. With decades of precision ag technology experience, Kramer and Kaczynski highlight equipment, like ExactShot™, and software tools, like Data Sync, that benefited growers in 2023. Hear what they’ve learned, and how these tools work, and how growers discern insights from their year-end review. Listen to this episode to reflect on the last 12 months of precision ag technology equipment and software.

RDO Agronomist and Podcast Host Tony Kramer sits down with Precision Ag Technology Product Specialist Jesse Santillan to take a closer look at John Deere’s Large Square Baler’s evolution. They discuss the technological advancements that help farmers to make bales of precise weights and sizes. Listen to this episode to learn how Large Square Baler's integrated machine control and monitoring technology helps farmers unlock potential through data-driven decisions.

In this episode, Tony discusses everything about John Deere’s Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters with Product Manager Jason Artz. Discover how these machines have become more user-friendly and improved harvesting through sensors and data collection.

In this special episode recorded at Field Technology Days this Fall, Tony speaks with Jared Roelofs, Product Specialist at RDO Equipment Co., about the latest precision ag capabilities for guidance displays. They dive deep into guidance displays' history, G5 Displays' updated features and their effect on any operation. Still hungry for Agriculture Technology Podcast Episodes? Check out an in-the-cab video of this episode on RDO’s YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/SNzQgns1nMk Get caught up on every episode on our website: www.rdoequipment/resources/podcasts

Data Sync eliminates time spent creating and transferring setup files between John Deere Operations Center™ and the latest John Deere Displays. Your data can automatically sync to your in cab display or mobile device. In this episode, Tony talks to Jakson Lane, Product Specialist in Precision Ag Technology, on what type of data you can sync, the hardware requirements, and how Data Sync can benefit your operation.

John Deere's Smart Apply Intelligent Control System uses LiDAR to fluctuate its spray to give you the right rate, at the right place, at the right time. RDO Agronomists Tony Kramer and Erin Hightower take a deep dive into the application and benefits of this system. Get caught up on every episode on our website: www.rdoequipment/resources/podcasts

Technology advancements are growing exponentially. In this episode, Tony sits down with Adam Gilbertson, Senior VP of Technology at RDO Equipment Co., to get his insight on the benefits of technology. From early adoption to data integration, technology is important for both ag and construction. Automation, machine learning and artificial intelligence are beginning to make their presence known across multiple industries. Get caught up on every episode on our website: www.rdoequipment/resources/podcasts