John Deere showcases the S4 combine harvester and 1025E sprayer at Expodireto.

John Deere is showcasing the S4 combine harvester and the 1025E sprayer at Expodireto Cotrijal 2026. The equipment is specifically designed for the productive conditions of Southern Brazil.

The company targets its solutions to producers operating on steep terrain and in areas with limited maneuvering space. The machines also incorporate precision agriculture technologies. The goal involves increased productivity, reduced losses, and support for meeting planting windows.

S4 Combine Harvester

The new S4 combine harvester comes in the S4 300 and S4 400 models. The design caters to crops such as corn, soybeans, rice, wheat, oats, barley, and beans. The machine prioritizes small and medium-sized farms, which are predominant in the Southern region.

The equipment facilitates maneuvering in smaller areas and maintains performance on uneven terrain. The structure delivers higher productivity, cleaner grains, and reduced losses during harvesting.

The project includes a design that simplifies daily inspections. The cabin enhances visibility during operation and reduces noise. The operator has access to digital buttons and a rear-view camera. The system includes autopilot, automatic terrain adjustment (ATA), and LED lighting for nighttime operations.

The combine harvester also incorporates machine synchronization and connection to the transshipment system via Machine Sync technology. The grain tank has two viewing windows, a three-quarter fill sensor, and a cover that protects the grains.

Sprayer 1025E

Another product launch involves the 1025E sprayer. This equipment is suitable for large-scale crops such as soybeans, corn, and wheat, as well as higher value-added systems like cassava, peanuts, potatoes, and horticulture.

The 202 hp engine increases ramp capability on challenging terrain. The tank holds 2.500 liters of spray solution. The sprayer offers booms of 24, 27, or 30 meters and options for five, seven, or nine sections. The spraying speed reaches 23 km/h and the transport speed reaches 48 km/h.

The 1,60-meter ground clearance allows application in tall crops or in advanced growth stages. The equipment includes a StarFire 7500 receiver and G5 monitor. The autopilot reduces soil compaction and increases operational efficiency.

The suspension keeps all four wheels in contact with the ground. The system maintains traction on uneven terrain and contour lines. The hydraulic track width varies from 2,68 m to 3,2 m, increasing the machine's transportability.

Research and Development

John Deere recently inaugurated its first Research and Development Center dedicated to tropical agriculture in Indaiatuba. The project received an investment of R$ 180 million in land acquisition and construction of the facility.

The unit aims to accelerate the development of technologies geared towards the Brazilian market. The initiative also reduces the time required to create and test new agricultural equipment and solutions.

The center occupies an area of ​​500 square meters. The structure includes offices, laboratories, an instrumentation and parts calibration room, space for 3D printers, and a workshop for machine maintenance and storage.

The area dedicated to field testing exceeds 400 square meters. The experiments consider variables of tropical agriculture. These include soil, climate, and connectivity levels in the field.

The initial operations involve 110 professionals transferred to the unit. The company projects a gradual expansion of the workforce in the coming years.

The center supports production systems such as grains, sugarcane, cotton, and specialty crops. The company seeks to adapt equipment and technologies to the demands of tropical agriculture.

In Brazil, John Deere maintains facilities that produce equipment exported to approximately 55 countries. Its network of dealers and distributors comprises over 300 sales points nationwide.

In recent years, the company has also launched solutions developed in the country. Among them are the CH950 two-row sugarcane harvester and the S400 grain harvester aimed at small and medium-sized farms.