The L134R can produce bales up to 30 per cent denser due to increased plunger force, higher tension and longer bale chamber.

New large square baler from John Deere

The L341R high-density baler increases bale weights by up to 30 per cent

John Deere had several new machine announcements to make in January. One of them was the introduction of the new L341R high-density large square baler. This new baler creates high-density bales that are three feet by four feet. When it comes to straw bales, Deere claims farmers can expect bale weight increases of up to […] Read more

John Deere has pledged to make more diagnostic tools and computer access available to farmers and independent repair shops.

Deere agrees to independent equipment servicing

MOU pledges to give owners, repair shops ECM access

It’s a battle that’s been waged on many fronts for the past several years: the right to repair high-tech farm equipment. In fact, the fight against brands limiting repair access goes well beyond farm machinery into many different product categories from home electronics to cars. When it comes to farm equipment, though, John Deere has […] Read more


Deere just introduced its ExactShot technology for planters. It applies liquid starter fertilizer only where seeds are planted, reducing the amount of fertilizer required.

John Deere introduces ExactShot for planters

Technology applies starter fertilizer precisely where seeds are planted

In January, John Deere was back as a key exhibitor in the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nev. While the company’s exhibits have turned heads during the previous couple of CES events, this year the brand had an even larger presence. Its CEO, John May, was the keynote speaker at the show’s opening. And […] Read more

John Deere is offering three new 9000 series forage harvesters, which use the brand’s new JD18X diesel engine.

New forage harvesters from John Deere

New 18-litre engine powers 9000 series models

Self-propelled, high-capacity forage harvesters require some serious power under their hoods. In the past, John Deere’s limited range of in-house diesel engines meant the green brand had to turn to engine manufacturers like Cummins to get enough muscle for their largest models. And while their top-end 9800 and 9900 models, which deliver 855 and 956 […] Read more


John Deere’s 410-horsepower 8R tractors will be available with an electric variable transmission (EVT), which uses electric instead of hydrostatic motors. Deere says in the future, EVTs will be able to provide external electricity to power implement components.

Electric variable transmission for John Deere 8R tractors

Newly designed transmission debuts in 8R 410 models for 2023

Anyone who takes even a casual look around the automotive, heavy truck and machinery industries these days will notice driveline technology seems to be changing significantly — and rapidly. Electrification and alternative power systems are increasing in all sectors. The internal combustion engine is still king, but other pretenders to the throne are rapidly emerging. […] Read more

With the AutoTrac steering system, Gators can now follow the same precision guidance as tractors equipped with this technology.

Deere introduces AutoTrac-ready Gators

The green brand brings auto steer to its UTVs

It goes without saying that GPS auto-steer capability on ag equipment is a pretty ordinary feature these days, but John Deere is now bringing that technology to a machine you might not have expected to find it on, the Gator UTV. “John Deere is enabling the productivity gains farmers have seen while using AutoTrac technology on […] Read more


This Sustainable Gator, which was built from a variety of renewable and recycled materials, was a joint effort
between John Deere and Ford.

Deere builds a ‘green’ Gator

Concept machine built to investigate the use of renewable materials

On its website, the U.S. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) reports a growing number of companies are looking toward “sustainable” manufacturing practices, and it suggests there is a valid business case to be made for pursuing that goal. Among the potential advantages is the ability to meet any future — and probably stricter — environmental regulations […] Read more

New premium cabs are now available on E series tractors.

Deere updates the 5E and 5M tractor series

New power and features lists for utility tractor lines

The utility tractor segment gets a lot of attention from manufacturers. In terms of numbers of tractors sold, the segment is one of the most popular in the industry. It’s because these machines, which generally land in the 50- to 100-plus-horsepower range, appeal to commercial farm operations, hobby farmers and acreage owners. In other words, […] Read more


Braden Madsen, left, with Greentech Enviro
Solutions loads chemical into the 100 gallon
tank on the UTV field sprayer built by
Greentech general manager Jeremiah
Kanderka. These compact sprayer units are
ideal for applying chemicals to smaller fields
and for range and pasture land use.

Small sprayers great for range and pasture…

A more compact machine is an ideal fit for smaller fields

When it comes to field-spraying projects, Jeremiah Kanderka has found that bigger isn’t necessarily better. The general manager for Alberta-based Greentech Environmental Solutions says that in the past year they have moved away from using high-clearance 120-foot wide TerraGator field sprayers to much more compact units. For the 2022 growing season they are providing weed […] Read more

John Deere is introducing an updated line of air drills designed for small grains growers.

New air drill from Deere

John Deere introduces P600 Precision Air Hoe Drill

In May, John Deere announced it was introducing an updated line of “precision” air hoe drills, the P600 series, which is designed to appeal specifically to small grains growers. The drills will be available in four models, the P660, P670, P680 and P690, in working widths from 60 to 90 feet. The new drills use […] Read more