Agriculture Technology Podcast

In early 2020, John Deere released new Terms and Conditions for its John Deere Operation Center. Now, as we head into the new year, host Tony Kramer is joined by Jake Maurer to discuss how these changes impact growers, privacy, and data. ----- Visit www.rdoequipment.com/more/resources/podcasts to find and view this episode's transcript. ----- Missed an episode? Get caught up by visiting the Episod...

Understand how to make the most of your current equipment as host Tony Kramer and guest Bryce Knowlen discuss planter performance upgrade kits from John Deere, on this latest episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast. Learn how growers can increase the level of technology without necessarily purchasing a new unit. ----- Visit www.rdoequipment.com/more/resources/podcasts to find and view this e...

On this latest episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, Host Tony Kramer and Product Specialist Caleb Seger detail the differences between Active Implement Guidance and AutoTrac Implement Guidance. ----- Visit www.rdoequipment.com/more/resources/podcasts to find and view this episode's transcript. ----- Missed an episode? Get caught up by visiting the Episode Archive on our website: www.rdoe...

Jake and Tony are back to talk about the Land Lab at North Dakota State College of Science. Now, in year 3, the Land Lab is meant to help connect agriculture education to agriculture practices. RDO Equipment Co. is involved by providing the equipment and expertise needed, as well as implementing field trials to test new technology and provide the college and students with real data. What were the...

TruSet Tillage Technology from John Deere is the latest topic of conversation on this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast’s series, “Jake and Tony Talk.” Nothing against no-tillers, minimum tillers, or cover-croppers – but this episode is all about tillage. John Deere’s TruSet Tillage Technology is an automated system that controls tillage. The operator has in-cab control of the tillage...

The latest episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast covers a subject submitted by a listener request: rate controllers, specifically regarding planters. Tony Kramer and Jake Maurer took the opportunity to discuss this listener’s questions about economically or feasible ways of controlling multiple aspects on a planter – but they also discuss broadly options and implementation of rate controll...

What is John Deere CommandPRO? CommandPRO is an ergonomic joystick option in the new IVT tractors. What that means is that CommandPRO is not a new transmission. It is a new way to control the current transmission that we already have. While it’s a fairly new – and unique way – to control a tractor, it’s already proving to be beneficial for customers. Tune in and listen to the advantages of the Com...

On the latest episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, Precision Ag Specialist Terry Lacher joins Host Tony Kramer to talk AutoTrac Turn Automation (or ATTA, for short). ATTA gives operators automated control of steering, machine speed, and implement functions during end-of-pass turns and automatically completes turns and manages the tractor using field and headland boundaries as the referen...

Data sharing. This isn't sharing data with your neighbor or your agronomist - on the latest episode of the podcast, we're talking about data sharing between your machines, what it is, what to do with it, and its benefits. Ben Hilde, RDO Precision Ag Specialist, joins host Tony Kramer to discuss. Visit https://www.rdoequipment.com/more/resources/podcasts to find and view this episode's transcript....

Tony Kramer and Jake Maurer are back, discussing combine tech. There are a lot of options when it comes to combine technology - whether fully integrated or order options when you purchase a new machine - and this latest episode breaks down the options. With harvest on our minds, this episode is for anyone wanting more information - whether you're curious about utilization, not sure what the option...

Earlier this spring, Deere announced new, factory-installed ExactRate liquid fertilizer application system for select planters. Deere says the new system is, “ideal for farmers who apply liquid fertilizer during planting and want accurate nutrient placement.” ExactRate is compatible with select models of John Deere planters with electric drive including the 1775NT, 1795, DB60, DB 44 and DB66 Plant...

Granular Insight’s mission: use technology to help farmers run stronger businesses and steward the land for generations to come. Ben Gordon with Granular Insights joins host Tony Kramer to discuss how Granular – a farm management software provider – helps those in the ag industry marry the financial and the agronomic. Learn more at http://granular.ag, Twitter, @GranularAg, and Instagram, @Granular...

John Deere MyOperations™ takes remote management of your field operations and equipment to the next level. The MyOperations™ app connects with John Deere Operations Center, empowering you to evaluate expected vs. actual performance of job execution and machine utilization. Powered by an easy, reliable connection between you and your machines through JDLink™ Connect, the MyOperations™ app allows yo...

Hosts Tony Kramer and Jacob Maurer dive into the latest from John Deere: X series combine. ---------- Every day, there are phenomenal advancements being made in the field of agriculture technology. Whether you’re a seasoned pro in precision ag, or just getting started, this podcast provides the latest news and information you need for your success in the field. Learn more about precision ag farmin...

Back when ExactApply was first launched, John Deere shared that it was a system developed for producers and ag service producers who were seeking a higher level of control of product applications, improved application efficacy, and accuracy. On our latest episode, Precision Ag experts Tony Kramer and Jake Maurer take a deep-dive look at the technology that makes ExactApply such a valuable, compreh...

Over the past 115+ episodes of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer has interviewed guests to discuss the latest in precision ag. This Q&A format has worked well for some time - but just as technology advances, so does our podcast format! We're excited to announce a new format to the podcast and introduce a Co-Host of sorts, RDO Equipment Co. team member, Jacob Maurer. Jacob serves...

Aaron Neitzel joins host Tony Kramer for the latest podcast episode covering John Deere's Connect Mobile. Connect Mobile allows a grower to monitor the performance of a combine, planter, or sprayer; understand what adjustments can improve the job performance; and even analyze detailed machine information to maximize results for better decisions in the future. By leveraging this application, grower...

Catch Part 2 of our interview with Dawn Equipment, an innovative leader in American-made tillage equipment. President and CEO Joe Basset joins show host Tony Kramer as they pick up their conversation about no till, strip till, and equipment solutions for today's growers. You can catch Part 1 of their conversation in the Track Library. ---------- Every day, there are phenomenal advancements being m...

Dawn Equipment is a family owned and operated company, founded more than two decades ago in Illinois. Today, they are an innovative leader in American-made tillage equipment, with products and solutions aimed to maximize efficiency for no till or strip till applications. Podcast host Tony Kramer speaks with Joe Basset, President and CEO, in Part 1 of this interview featuring Dawn Equipment. Episod...

In this latest episode of the podcast, host Tony Kramer is joined by RDO Agronomist Erin Hightower to discuss 10 very simple technologies that can be added to any operation - allowing for more profitability, more efficiency, and to be a better steward of the land. ---------- Every day, there are phenomenal advancements being made in the field of agriculture technology. Whether you’re a seasoned pr...

In just two decades, Global Good Agricultural Practices (GLOBALG.A.P.) has grown from a retailer-driven initiative to the world’s leading farm assurance program. Today, GLOBALG.A.P. codes, programs, and standards continue to exist because of growing, worldwide concerns about food quality and safety - and is the subject of our latest podcast. Tune in to hear host Tony Kramer and RDO Agronomist Erin...

Host Tony Kramer speaks with Jake Mauer, an agronomist with RDO Equipment Co., about Year 2 of RDO's involvement with the Land Lab at North Dakota State College of Science. The primary objective of the Land Lab is to reinforce agriculture education at the college. RDO Equipment Co. helped the program by providing the equipment and expertise needed to plant fields and also implemented several field...

Host Tony Kramer speaks with Jake Mauer, an agronomist with RDO Equipment Co., about Year #2 of RDO's involvement with the Land Lab at North Dakota State College of Science. The primary objective of the Land Lab is to reinforce agriculture education at the college. RDO Equipment Co. helped the program by providing the equipment and expertise needed to plant fields and also implemented several fiel...

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The Grand Farm is an exciting initiative in the Red River Valley. Led by Emerging Prairie, Grand Farm aims to capitalize on the region’s potential in the agriculture and technology industries, focusing on creating the farm of the future by developing new opportunities and accelerating change. By inspiring collaboration among businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs who will solve issues critic...