A special edition of the Gator utility vehicle is being offered by John Deere. The XUV825i was designed with livestock and crop producers in mind and offers extra storage, making tools organized and easily accessible. It also features two cargo tool boxes and LED roof lights for greater visibility. “The Special Edition Gator was designed for those customers who require … Read More
John Deere Believes in the Future
Chuck Zimmerman stopped by the John Deere booth at the Agriculture Retailers Association conference and visited with Chad Brusveen, Corporate business manager, about the economy and the future of precision ag. John Deere is a sponsor of ARA and Brusveen highlighted his companies commitment to the application business, to technology and equipment. And it is a testament to precision agriculture, … Read More
John Deere Gen 4 CommandCenter Premium Activation
Here’s a gift idea for your John Deere AgNerd. John Deere introduces new precision ag solutions with Generation 4 CommandCenter™ Premium Activation. It will be available on new tractors but customers may also be able to upgrade their existing equipment by contacting their local dealer. I spoke with Jarred Karnei, John Deere to learn more about what is new with … Read More
New Draper Platforms for John Deere Windrowers
The new John Deere 500 Series Draper Platforms are the perfect addition to the W235 and W260 Self-Propelled Windrowers. The combination offers growers improved operational control, constant header speed and best-in-class cutting performance, even in challenging conditions. The 500 series is offered in three models, ranging from 25 to 36 feet. “The 500D Series Draper Platforms are designed to maximize … Read More
Precision Planting Update from John Deere
Earlier this month John Deere announced a couple of big acquisitions that include Precision Planting and Monosem. During the NAFB convention I got an update on those from Barry Nelson. The Monosem purchase allows John Deere to expand their planter lineup on a truly global basis when included with the Precision Planting purchase. The brand names will be continued according … Read More
AgDNA Offers Data Solutions to Deere Owners
Paul Turner of AgDNA took some time to talk with us at the recent Develop with Deere conference. AgDNA offers an app and farm management system that takes the data right off of the machine in the field from the cloud and turns that data into information. They’ve been working with John Deere and MyJohnDeere.com since 2013 and they offer … Read More
Green Fever Sales Program Offers Year-End Discounts
Now through February 1, 2016 John Deere customers can take advantage of prices with the annual Green Fever sales program. Discounts and hard to beat financing terms are available on a variety of compact utility and utility tractors, hay tools and other equipment. “The Green Fever sales program gives farmers and ranchers a great opportunity to upgrade their chore tractors … Read More
MyJohnDeere Expands Offerings with Marketplace
The MyJohnDeere Operations Center continues to gain value for growers across the board. Andrea Peer, John Deere, spoke with Chuck Zimmerman while at Develop With Deere about new additions to the Operations Center, mainly the Marketplace. “Marketplace is an ability for individuals [like those attending the Develop With Deere event] to put their contribution offers into the Marketplace. They will … Read More
AgGateway ADAPT Software Will Benefit Precision Industry
Mark Stelford, General Manager of Premier Crop Systems, spoke with Chuck Zimmerman while at Develop With Deere about the work that Premier is going with AgGateway and the ADAPT project. Premier has been serving the ag industry for about 18 years; they work with ag retailers and trusted advisors to help growers leverage precision ag data to improve their operations. … Read More
Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Utilizes John Deere API
Larry Casey, Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance, spoke with Chuck Zimmerman, AgWired, while at Develop with Deere about integrating precision data with the crop insurance industry to provide a better experience for growers. Farmers Mutual Hail, Insurance Company of Iowa. acquired the crop insurance business from John Deere earlier this year. They’ve been working the last 6 months to transition the … Read More