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Planting tools Everything you need to seed smart

It’s one thing to offer precise planting tools and technology. It’s another to offer every accurate tool and monitoring technology you need. Only John Deere has the latest advances across the board, from row cleaners to closing wheels, from single-screen monitoring of down force to GPS-precise row or section control. That way, you get your seed investment in the ground faster, with more accuracy – for impressive savings and outstanding yields.

But that’s not all. With John Deere, you know your parts and technology have been rigorously tested throughout the manufacturing and development process – ensuring the highest level of quality and performance.

Get convenient access to everything you need for successful planting — including preventive maintenance, next-day parts availability, factory- trained technicians and mobile-service support — from one, reliable source. Planting success begins and ends with John Deere.

Total Planting Solutions from John Deere

Total Planting SolutionsPick what’s right for youEvery grower has different needs when it comes to planting technology and parts. That’s why our flexible options make so much sense. With our complete line of planting parts, services, attachments and technology, you can pick and choose which work for you – customizing your own Total Planting Solution.

Monitoring and documentation RowCommand Row Control Adjustable down force Singulation and spacing Improved seed placement Closing system

With input costs rising, growers are looking for ways to increase operational efficiency. Our latest technological innovation, SeedStarTM XP monitoring technology, can help you maximize seed and boost yields.

Built on the foundation of SeedStar 2*, SeedStar XP delivers additional, customized, user-friendly data about key areas of your planter. So you can make better decisions when they matter most – in the field.

For example, with a single, touch-screen GreenStar 2 or GreenStar 3 display, you can observe and adjust seeding rates on-the-go. SeedStar XP delivers real-time seed-spacing and singulation data from the row units. Quickly view seed-skip and down-force data, then make adjustments, as needed, to improve plant emergence.

With SeedStar XP, get ready to boost your productivity and profitability to new levels.

Seed singulation and spacingThe screen on right shows how SeedStar XP receives real-time singulation and spacing data from the row units. Data about the row units with the highest percentage of seed multiples and skips is highlighted, allowing you to make adjustments and improve your plant emergence.

Down forceToo much or too little down force can cause problems and lead to poor plant emergence and eventually lower, overall yields. SeedStar XP monitors row unit down force via the down-force sensor and sensor nodes. Then it transmits the results back to you, so you can make adjustments from the cab. Right: Centralized, pneumatic, down-force system for quick, easy adjustment of all row units.

John Deere Section Control*/RowCommand Row ControlThese two programs give you amazing control over your planter while limiting seed overlap – especially on headlands and point rows. (See right.) From automatically shutting off individual row units to turning entire planter sections on and off with GPS technology, these integrated SeedStar XP systems make seed waste a thing of the past. * Formerly Swath Control Pro.

New, more powerful technologyMake more profitable decisions based on better, in-field data

Maximize planter performance with SeedStar XP

…or drill down for detailsCheck out all aspects of your planter’s performance or touch the screen to zoom in on one specific criterion. You can even focus in on how each row unit is doing. See just how close you are to the performance levels you‘ve set. Then, make any adjustments from the comfort of your cab.

Take a closer look at SeedStar 2/XPDon’t just read about them. Try them out...

For a simulation of SeedStar 2/XP go to: stellarsupport.deere.com/en_US/support/GS2SystemSimulator/system_demo.html

Quick Reference Guides See how SeedStar 2/XP looks when loaded onto your cab’s display. Go to: deere.com/readytoplant On the right, click on Guides and Operational Tips. Scroll down and click on the SeedStar2 and SeedStarXP Quick Reference Guides.

See the big planting picture…SeedStar XP monitors various planting performance areas such as population, singulation, spacing, and down force and then transmits that data to one, full-color screen (see right), giving you a fast, accurate look at how your planter is functioning.

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* SeedStar XP includes SeedStar 2 user favorites such as Planter-at-a-glance, Increased population updates, Mapping of actual seed rates and many more.

Performance parts for any field condition Total Planting Solutions from John Deere

Because precision isn’t enoughCome planting season, we know you’ll need more than a handful of high-performance parts to ensure success. You’ll need a complete parts and technology solution. And we’re with you every step of the way – featuring a comprehensive roster of the most precise planting parts, technology, attachments and accessories in the business.

Customize your own Total Planting Solution(s)With our complete line of planter parts and attachments, you can incorporate what works best for you and your field conditions – such as soil type and residue level. John Deere has whatever you need, from heavy residue to tightly compacted soil to light, sandy soil.

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Tru-Vee openersCreate a consistent, uniform, V-shaped furrow in all soil types and residue levels. The trench’s shape puts seed in positive contact with firm soil for improved germination. These Diamond Series blades are available in 3 mm, 3.5 mm and heavy-duty options.

Dual gauge wheelsThese wheels provide additional flotation in light, well-prepared seedbeds. Dual 4- x 16-in. gauge wheels provide the support needed for consistent seed depth. For 1700, 1710, 1720, 1730, 1750, and 1760 Series planters and their individual row units.

Standard, rubber-tire closing wheelThis type of closing wheel works well for most conventional-to-no-till fields. You can adjust the spacing between the wheels as well as pressure, or stagger, them for positive, seed-to-soil contact and residue flow.

Unit-mounted, single-disk, liquid-fertilizer injection system openersThese openers use a single, 50-wave coulter to penetrate tough seedbeds. Liquid fertilizer is then injected into the loosened soil directly behind it. Compatible with select planter models.

Single gauge wheelsThese 4- x 12-in. wheels come standard, and provide excellent depth control in most soil conditions, including heavily tilled and loose soil. Available for most 1700 Series models and DB Planters.

Cast-iron closing wheelThese closing wheels are best for tough soil and heavy residue conditions when more pressure is needed to close the furrow. Angle and stagger adjustments are identical to standard rubber wheels.

Unit-mounted, double-disk, liquid-fertilizer openerThis opener disturbs less soil than frame-mounted versions – making it ideal for conventional, reduced-till and light, no-till fields. Fertilizer can be placed even with seed depth or one inch below. Opener can be positioned up to 2-1/4 inches off the row.

Reduced, inner-profile (RIP) gauge wheelsWith their tapered design, these wheels reduce sidewall compaction in wet soil. The RIP tire is not recommended for light, sandy soil or conventionally tilled soil.

Disk closing system*

Recommended when planting at shallow depths in light, sandy soil. The disks push soil against and over the seed, while the wide press wheel applies light pressure for good seed-to-soil contact.

*Not available on the Pro-Series XP™ row unit.

Row cleaners

Unit-mounted, frame-mounted coultersUnit-mounted coulter arms use the weight and gauging ability of the planter unit in reduced-till conditions. Frame-mounted coulter arms resist row-unit damage in rocky fields.

Screw-adjust, unit-mounted row cleanerThe SharkTooth® wheels on this row cleaner aggressively cut tough residue and resist residue buildup. The row cleaner is mounted directly to the faceplate of the row unit – so the gauge wheels control the depth of the row cleaner and the row unit. Fine-tune cleaner depth with the handy, screw-adjustment knob.

Floating row cleaner with unit-mounted coulterThe ultimate solution for managing tough residue and soil conditions. What makes this part unique is its ability to ”float” or adapt to varying terrain independent from the row unit.

Openers Gauge wheels Closing wheels

We’re the only company with you every step of the way

At John Deere, our goal is to get you “Ready To Plant.” That’s why we spend so much time refining our planters and their inner workings – including the seed meters. For example, we’ve made factory-installed Double Eliminators standard on our Pro-Series™ row units. It’s a small change but one that helps ensure you always get the best seed spacing possible when using the popular ProMAX 40 Flat Seed Disk.

It’s these simple yet important updates that keep the John Deere VacuMeterTM system at the industry forefront for accuracy, efficiency and reliability. Its design ensures that every seed is consistently released above the seed tube for improved seed drop and unbeatable spacing.

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ProMAX 40 Flat Disk and Double Eliminator

The ProMAX 40 Flat Disk accurately singulates corn seed of varying size or shape – for exceptional seed spacing and population control. It’s even more effective when used with

the Double Eliminator – a factory-installed device that prevents more than one seed from being planted at a time. Double Eliminators accurately singulate more than 90 percent of today’s seed sizes or types. No other meter offers this level of repeatability.

Finger-PickupFinger-pickup, plateless seed meters are an excellent choice when planting corn. They provide consistent seed spacing and population control. Plus, recently engineered refinements to the assembly have increased their already impressive accuracy. Available for MaxEmergeTM row units only.

Flush-Face seed tubeThis seed tube provides the ultimate in seed-spacing consistency thanks to its smart design. Its translucent tube allows the seed tube sensor to be mounted externally. With nothing to bounce off of, seed drops down the seed tube’s smooth, interior surface uninterrupted … hitting its precise target in the furrow every time.

AccuCount seed sensorFind out exactly how many seeds you’re planting with this accurate sensor. It counts every seed – making it ideal for high-population crops. For use with curved seed tubes only.

Large CurvedAccommodates large, edible beans, peanuts and other big seeds.

Narrow StraightSpecifically for sorghum and small, cotton seeds.

StraightDeposits small, lightweight seeds such as cotton and sorghum closer to the opener. Also recommended when planting in light, sandy soil.

A wide variety of seed disksJohn Deere offers a variety of quality disks for an array of seeding crops such as cotton, pea, peanut, bean, popcorn, sorghum, sugar beet and sunflower seeds, as well as corn and soybeans.

Accurate and precise seed placement from hopper to soil Total Planting Solutions from John Deere

VacuMeterTM

This metering system delivers highly accurate seed spacing and unsurpassed population control. Using vacuum suction, it gently pulls and holds individual seeds in seed holes or cell disks … then releases them directly over the seed tube. The interchangeable seed disk is the only moving part. And you can switch crops or seed size in less than a minute per row. The VacuMeter is standard equipment on all John Deere planters.

Attachments and more Improved performance and productivity Total Planting Solutions from John Deere

Row Command (retrofit) Get improved planting accuracy and productivity you never thought possible from odd-shaped fields, headlands, point rows and waterways with this highly effective technology. Automatically turn individual row units on and off from your cab, reducing seed waste and maximizing seed placement. For planters equipped with Pro-ShaftTM Drive.

Calibrate your meters,accelerate your yieldsBring your vacuum and finger-pickup meters into the dealership and we’ll check their seed-spacing accuracy on our test stands … then calibrate them with up to 99-percent accuracy. We can test your seed-tube sensors for you, too.

If there’s a problem – if a part is worn or needs to be replaced or adjusted – we can handle that, too. Our goal? To perfect your seed spacing for better emergence and greater yields. Come in or call today.

Pro-Shaft™ Drive (retrofit) Imagine not having to oil your chain drives daily or replace chains annually … all while increasing your efficiency. That’s what you get when you retrofit your Pro-Series XPTM row units with Pro-Shaft Drives.

Three-bushel seed hopperOptional, three-bushel hoppers double your seed capacity and cut refill stops in half. With their slim design, they’re perfect for narrow-row planting. Use them in standard row spacing or with splitter units and long, parallel arms that offset every other row unit.

Talc and graphiteBoth high-quality products prevent gummy deposits. Our unique talc formulation minimizes buildup on vacuum seed disks and cups caused by seed treatments and high humidity. Our graphite reduces deposits that can form on finger-pickup meters. The result? Easy, trouble-free operation and enhanced wear at higher planting speeds.

Support that keeps you in the field

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At John Deere, we don’t want unexpected repairs to drive you from the field to the service bay. That’s why we offer mobile service for when your equipment isn’t working like it should. We’ll bring the superior parts and service expertise you need to get right back to work. And you won’t even have to leave the field.

That’s the John Deere difference. See us today.

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