Category: The FarmCast

  • John Deere’s ExactShot Upgrade In-Field Results – FarmCast Ep. 52

    John Deere’s ExactShot Upgrade In-Field Results – FarmCast Ep. 52

    John Deere’s ExactShot Upgrade technology is revolutionizing planting. This precisely places fertilizer directly into the soil alongside each seed. This innovative system promises to reduce fertilizer use and minimize environmental impact. Furthermore, it may possibly increase yields for farmers. After seeing it at the High Plains Ag Expo, a customer upgraded their 1775NT planter with…


  • Starlink’s JDLink Boost – FarmCast Ep. 51

    Starlink’s JDLink Boost – FarmCast Ep. 51

    Join the Precision Ag team from 21st Century Equipment at the High Plains Ag Expo. They will showcase groundbreaking innovations in farming technology, including Starlink’s JDLink Boost. JDLink Boost from Starlink & John Deere ensures constant machine connectivity via Starlink satellites. This is ideal for areas with poor cell coverage, and enhances connectivity. Learn about…


  • John Deere’s Autonomous Tractor – FarmCast Ep.50

    John Deere’s Autonomous Tractor – FarmCast Ep.50

    John Deere’s Autonomous Tractor with Preston, Mike and Troy from the 21st Century Equipment Precision Ag Team.


  • John Deere ExactShot Planter – FarmCast Ep.49

    John Deere ExactShot Planter – FarmCast Ep.49

    Deere’s ExactShot Planter John Deere’s ExactShot Planter is changing precision agriculture by optimizing fertilizer application. It reduces waste and increases efficiency. In this demo, Hayden Fox from 21st Century Equipment shows how the John Deere ExactShot Planter delivers a targeted 1-3 inch band of fertilizer directly over corn seeds. This innovation cuts down on fertilizer…


  • 2026 John Deere C-Series Electric Drive Air Carts – FarmCast Ep.48

    2026 John Deere C-Series Electric Drive Air Carts – FarmCast Ep.48

    Discover the latest in John Deere’s C-Series air carts with Hayden Fox from 21st Century Equipment. This video shows the electric drive technology that enhances variable rate seeding, turn compensation, and section control. Learn how the new AccuRate Meter setup and EZCal system ease calibration, improve precision, and unlock new capabilities for growers. Plus, get…


  • See & Spray Farmers – FarmCast Ep.47

    See & Spray Farmers – FarmCast Ep.47

    John Deere’s See & Spray technology is revolutionizing precision agriculture by reducing chemical use and increasing efficiency. Mike Wemhoff is joined in a panel discussion by Stetson Shreve, Alan Welp, Dave Anderson, Reid Ernst, and Anne Deutsch. This panel discussion features real farmers sharing their experiences with See & Spray. They highlight its impact on…


  • John Deere Autonomous Tractor – FarmCast Ep. 46

    John Deere Autonomous Tractor – FarmCast Ep. 46

    In this episode of The FarmCast presented by 21st Century Equipment, VP of Precision Ag, Mike Wemhoff, and Precision Ag manager, Troy Randall, dive into the latest advancements in autonomous tillage technology. They detail how John Deere is retrofitting existing tractors with an autonomous-ready kit, which includes 16 cameras, vision processors, and integrated controls. This…


  • Q&A – FarmCast Ep. 45

    Q&A – FarmCast Ep. 45

    In this Q&A FarmCast episode, Troy Randall and Mike Wemhoff answer your top questions about precision ag technology from Severance, Colorado. They cover everything from See & Spray, demoing the StarFire 7000, dealing with dusty cameras, and using AutoPath. During the Q&A, they also dive into optimizing chemical loads with weed pressure maps, upgrading to…


  • High Plains Ag Expo and Clinic – FarmCast Ep.44

    High Plains Ag Expo and Clinic – FarmCast Ep.44

    The High Plains Ag Expo and Clinic, hosted by 21st Century Equipment, will take place on February 26-27 at the Island Grove Events Center in Greeley, Colorado. Now in its second year, the High Plains Ag Expo and Clinic will showcase the latest John Deere technology. This includes cutting-edge equipment like the S7 combine, advanced…


  • AutoTrac Gator? – FarmCast Ep. 43

    AutoTrac Gator? – FarmCast Ep. 43

    In this episode of FarmCast, Mike Wemhoff dives into the advanced boundary management capabilities of the John Deere AutoTrac-Ready Gator, featuring the StarFire 7000 receiver and in-cab G5 display, perfect for creating precise field boundaries for AutoPath. The AutoTrac Gator is an essential tool for precision farming. Isabel Drobny highlights the practical benefits of the…