Agriculture Technology Podcast

In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer sits down with Tyler Zima, Product Manager for Tillage and Autonomy at RDO Equipment Co., to break down John Deere’s autonomous tillage solution and what it actually looks like in the field today. After two years, four tillage seasons and more than 13,000 autonomous acres covered, Tony and Tyler share real-world insights from working directly with customers across multiple operations. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Which equipment is compatible with John Deere autonomous tillage • How Precision Upgrade Kits (PUKs) allow existing equipment to run autonomously • How autonomous tillage is operated using Ops Center Mobile • What happens when the machine encounters dust, water, objects or people • What RDO and our customers have learned after multiple seasons in the field • How autonomous tillage can improve flexibility and quality of life on the farm • Where autonomy is headed next and what customers should consider before adopting

2025 was a breakthrough year for agriculture technology, and we’re closing it out with a look at the biggest innovations shaping the industry. In the final Agriculture Technology Podcast episode of the year, host Tony Kramer sits down with Daryl Shelton, RDO’s EVP of Agriculture, to reflect on the top advancements of 2025 and share what’s ahead for 2026. Key highlights from their conversation: • John Deere + Sentera imagery: This acquisition is improving the full imagery workflow, from UAV capture to prescriptions and in-season decisions • See & Spray ROI: Real-world results include major input cost reductions and accelerated adoption • Monosem + SeedStar™ 2: Bringing Deere tech to specialty-crop planters for the visibility growers have been asking for • Autonomous Tillage Insights: What 2025 trials revealed and how customers are preparing for the next step in 2026 The future of farming is here. Listen now to see what it looks like and how precision agriculture is evolving.

Customizable planters, advanced John Deere integration and the NEW MS Electron electric drive system — Monosem is redefining precision planting across every crop. 
In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer talks with Clint Sedlacek from Monosem USA about how Monosem’s planter lineup delivers flexibility and innovation for growers around the world. 
Tony and Clint cover: 
• How Monosem planters are customized for everything from broad-acre to specialty crop operations 
• The flexibility behind models like the ValoTerra, NG Plus, NC and MS 
• How John Deere SeedStar and Operations Center enhance real-time planter data and control 
• Why Monosem’s design approach helps growers adapt to unique crop spacing and field conditions 
• What the MS Electron means for the future of electric-drive planter performance 
🎧 Listen in to learn how Monosem and RDO Equipment Co. are helping farmers customize planters for their operation and stay ahead of precision ag technology.

Learn how John Deere’s new Operations Center PRO Service gives equipment owners more control over diagnostics, maintenance and uptime. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer talks with RDO Equipment Co. experts Larry H. and Jeff W. about how PRO Service replaces Customer Service Advisor to make diagnostics, manuals and software updates more accessible through the John Deere Operations Center.

Learn how John Deere’s new Operations Center PRO Servicegives equipment owners more control over diagnostics, maintenance and uptime. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology Podcast, host Tony Kramer talks with RDO Equipment Co. experts Larry H. and Jeff W. about how PRO Service replaces Customer Service Advisor to make diagnostics, manuals and software updates more accessible through the John Deere Operations Center.
Larry and Jeff explain:
- What Operations Center PRO Service is and how it works - --- How to set up an Operations Center account and add machines
- The different PROService license options available
- How customers can use the tool for diagnostics, controller programming and maintenance planning
- How PRO Service helps reduce downtime and improve productivity year-round
Whether you’re running a few machines or managing a largefleet, Operations Center PRO Service helps you stay connected, informed and ready to get the job done.
Learn more or connect with your local RDO Equipment Co. https://www.rdoequipment.com