07 Using real-time living biomass detection from the cameras, the system automatically adjusts application rates at the nozzle level. John Deere has also changed some of the technology powering the new See & Spray system. The new See & Spray system still uses 36 cameras scanning roughly 2,500 square feet per second, but Deere has streamlined the processing architecture. Instead of 10 processors, the system now uses three processors supported by five video extenders (VEX) that move data between cameras and processors. Deere also relocated the four cameras originally mounted behind the tires on the center frame. They now sit at the front of the machine to reduce dustrelated camera blockage. “We have moved those four cameras to the front just to address some of the challenges we knew our customers had with some softer sandier field conditions and the occlusion that they could at times cause,” Ladd explained. For owners of 2018 to 2026 sprayers, Deere will offer a precision upgrade kit to relocate the center-mounter cameras to the front of the machine. Another upgrade to the model year 2027 sprayers was applied to help improve the maneuverability of John Deere 400R Series. Farmers can now opt for a Four-Wheel Steering option with crab steer for better maneuverability. “We now allow the rear wheels to precisely follow the path of the front wheels,” Ladd said. “We can still move efficiently through the field, but we can reduce the turn radius, and reduce the risk of potential crop damage.” A third upgrade to John Deere’s application equipment is the ExactInject direct chemical injection system. This system, available as an aftermarket option on model year 2027 machines, adds flexibility to chemistry applications for the 408R, 410R, 612R and all Hagie sprayers. “The idea is that rather than having to premix a tank or a hot load in the primary tank on a sprayer, you can instead fill it with water,” Ladd noted. “And then you have a combination of jugs and pumps that are used to vary the products that are being applied.” And the new “estimated time-to-empty” and sprayer alerts help operators and tenders coordinate refills and reduce downtime. John Deere plans to begin taking orders for the model year 2027 machines in May of 2026, Ladd pointed out. For those farmers interested in the new See & Spray Gen 2 platform or other updates, please visit the John Deere website at www.deere.com or contact their local dealer. | pag
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