Overview of John Deere Precision Upgrades

Farming technology is evolving faster than ever, but keeping up doesn’t always mean buying brand new machines. With John Deere precision upgrades, you can bring the latest technology to the equipment you already own.

This guide breaks down the different types of upgrades available for your John Deere equipment, explaining how they deliver new levels of effectiveness and efficiency to your operation. 

Precision Ag Essentials

Getting started with precision ag technology on your farm begins with John Deere’s Precision Ag Essentials bundle. This package equips both new and older John Deere equipment with the core hardware and software needed to begin using precision technology right away, while also offering the flexibility to expand or adjust features as your needs evolve.

Hardware Kit (one-time purchase):

• G5 or G5 Plus Display: In-cab touchscreen for managing guidance lines, application rates and operational controls
• StarFire™ 7500 Receiver: High-accuracy satellite guidance with fast pull-in times and long-term repeatability
• JDLink™ M or R Modem: Connects your machines to one another and to the Operations Center for real-time data sharing and remote support

Renewable Software License Options (annual renewals):

• AutoTrac™: Includes AutoTrac (initial two-year license, renews as a one-year)
• Essentials: Includes AutoTrac, Section Control and RowSense™ (one-year license)
• Essentials and SF-RTK: Includes AutoTrac, Section Control, RowSense and SF-RTK (one-year license)
• Advanced:  Includes AutoTrac Implement Guidance, AutoTrac Turn Automation, AutoPath™, In-Field Data Sharing, Machine Sync, Satellite Maps, Grain Harvest Weight Sharing and SF-RTK (one-year license)

This license structure lets you choose the level of precision and automation that fits your operation, then upgrade, downgrade or renew annually as your needs evolve.

Planter Precision Upgrades

Pairing your planter with the right row unit upgrade, such as ExactEmerge™ or MaxEmerge™ 5e, improves seed placement, spacing and emergence.

Key benefits of planter upgrades:

• Plant at optimal depth and spacing
• Enhance uniform emergence across the field
• Increase yield potential

Check out our John Deere planter upgrades blog to learn more.

Sprayer Precision Upgrades

John Deere’s precision sprayer upgrades include targeted See & Spray™ enhancements and Individual Nozzle Control technologies like ExactApply™, INC Pro and INC Heavy Duty.

Key benefits of sprayer upgrades:

• Reduce herbicide use with targeted application
• Improve spray precision for better pest and weed control
• Add efficiency and value to your current sprayer

Read more about these upgrades in our John Deere sprayer blog.

Combine Precision Upgrades

John Deere combine upgrades, such as remote separator grate covers and new concaves, boost harvest productivity and ease of use.

Additional combine upgrades:

• Cross Auger Shutoff for reduced grain loss
• Adjustable Spouts for smoother unloading

Learn more about these upgrades in our John Deere combine upgrades blog. 

Tractor Precision Upgrades

John Deere's tractor precision upgrades include Autonomous Tillage and Rear Implement Ethernet.

Key benefits of tractor upgrades:

• Increase overall tractor efficiency
• Equip select tractors you already own with autonomous tillage technology
• Build toward future John Deere precision technology solutions

Air Seeding Precision Upgrades

The AccuRate™ Metering System upgrade ensures improved seeding accuracy and consistency.

Key benefits of air seeding upgrades:

• Stainless steel components for durability
• Individually controlled electric meters for precise seed delivery
• Even seed distribution for better crop establishment and yield

To learn more about John Deere precision upgrades, check out this episode of the Agriculture Technology podcast:

Investing in John Deere precision upgrades equips your current equipment with the latest technology to reduce input costs and increase yields.

To get started with precision ag technology on your farm, fill out this form on our website. For more information on finding the best solutions for your current equipment, contact your local RDO Equipment dealer today.