John Deere announces changes to sprayers.

John Deere has announced updates to its application portfolio for the 2027 model year (MY27). The new features focus on maneuverability, visibility, and precision agriculture. The highlight is the new generation of See & Spray technology, now more comprehensive across crops and operating conditions. The changes will initially be implemented in the United States and Canada.

The See & Spray Gen 2 extends localized application to more times during the growing season. The solution allows for more passes throughout the cycle. The system caters to operations of all sizes. The goal involves reducing input costs, dealing with short application windows, and addressing increased weed pressure.

According to the company, the MY27 line now features a single See & Spray platform. The integration replaces the previous Select, Premium, and Ultimate levels. The change reduces complexity and facilitates adoption by growers.

Producers and applicators can configure the machine without loss of features. The system accepts single or double tanks. The package includes optional features such as full boom lighting for nighttime operations and the ExactApply or Individual Nozzle Control Pro nozzle systems.

The expansion of crops includes wheat, barley, and canola. Detection and treatment occur in real time. The technology adjusts strategies according to the crop and field conditions. The focus is on effective control and optimized use of inputs.

Real-time variable rate

The MY27 also incorporates real-time variable rate application. Previously, this feature only existed in See & Spray Select. Cameras detect live biomass and adjust doses at the nozzle level. This applies to fungicides, desiccants, and growth regulators. The feature eliminates the need to create prescriptions and expands its use in end-of-cycle applications.

Among the specific improvements, the company repositioned the central camera to the front of the sprayer. This reduces dust interference and improves detection. Customers from MY18 to MY26 will have access via an upgrade kit. Speed ​​in targeted modes reaches 16 mph, depending on the crop and configuration. Full boom illumination allows for nighttime applications in fallow areas.

The new capabilities are coming to the MY27 408R, 410R, 412R, 612R and 616R sprayers. The Hagie STS12, STS16 and STS20 sprayers will now offer See & Spray Premium as standard.

Four-wheel steering

The MY27 portfolio also receives four-wheel steering in the 400 Series. The feature includes Crab Steer. The rear wheels follow the tracks of the front wheels at the headlands. This solution reduces crop damage, soil compaction, and interference with drip tapes. The smaller turning radius improves efficiency in uneven terrain.

Other updates cover the entire portfolio. The ExactInject direct injection system expands chemical flexibility and reduces cleaning time, with an aftermarket option. The G5Plus screen simplifies adjustments and monitoring. Integration with the Operations Center generates weed pressure maps and application data. Refueling alerts and estimated time to empty streamline logistics. The SmartView system improves visibility. Hagie machines are ready for AutoTrac Vision 2.0.