A Farmer's Perspective: How See & Spray Helps Farmers Save Big
Boosting Yields, Cutting Costs: How John Deere’s See & Spray™ Technology Is Changing the Game
In today’s episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, hosts welcome Jesse Blasi from Kansas and Max Hodel from Illinois, two forward-thinking farmers who’ve embraced John Deere’s See & Spray™ technology to boost efficiency and lower input costs. With real-world experiences, impressive savings, and expert tips, this episode is a must-listen for farmers looking to level up their operation.
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🚜 Real-World Success with See & Spray™ Technology
Jesse Blasi dives into how See & Spray Premium helped him save a staggering $120,000 on chemical costs across his 3,000 acres of wheat. By targeting only the weeds and applying at a variable rate, Jesse saw major savings and increased application precision, especially during later-season fungicide and pre-harvest passes.
Meanwhile, Max Hodel shares his experience running the See & Spray Ultimate on his 7,000-acre corn and soybean operation. For Max, the technology has been a game-changer—reducing inputs while still providing top-tier crop care.
🌾 Tech That’s Transforming the Field
✅ AutoTrac & ExactApply™ Updates
Both farmers are also leveraging new updates from AutoTrac Vision 2.0 and ExactApply.
AutoTrac Turn Automation ensures smooth, consistent turns and minimizes crop damage.
ExactApply Variable Rate and AutoSelect Pulsing provide unmatched accuracy with multi-rate application across up to 11 boom sections, improving ROI and reducing waste.
With faster speeds, better precision, and smarter coverage, these updates allow Jesse and Max to get more done with fewer resources.
💡 Key Takeaways from the Episode
1. Early Adoption Lessons
Hear firsthand how Jesse and Max first heard about See & Spray and what convinced them to try it on their farms.
2. The ROI is Real
From six-figure savings on chemical inputs to less crop damage and more efficient use of labor and equipment, the impact is immediate and measurable.
3. Tips for Other Farmers
Thinking about making the leap into precision sprayers? Jesse and Max offer valuable advice—what to consider, how to prepare, and why it's worth the investment.
🆕 What’s New in John Deere Sprayer Tech?
See & Spray Select Variable Rate: Enhanced accuracy for late-season applications, including fungicide, desiccants, and harvest desiccation.
Boom Updates: New sizes (90-ft., 100-ft., and 120-ft.) for even more flexibility and coverage.
ExactApply Enhancements: Better product placement, less overlap, and more cost savings.
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