As soon as spring rounds the corner, many face an array of projects that built up over the cold winter months. In the period between regular snowfall and hot temperatures, home and landowners everywhere are ready to be outside and get their outdoor space looking as good as new. Below are tips for these individuals who can’t wait to work through their list of spring yard cleanup tasks, from repairing gravel driveways to plowing and tilling vegetable gardens.

Long Bay Trucking, Inc., is one example of a company that has strong roots and the know-how to get the job done while working in the woods. For its toughest jobs, the company turns to John Deere and its equipment to accomplish a wide range of tasks out in the field. Since 1979, Long Bay Trucking has been working in construction and logging, and has come a long way since its humble beginnings.

Backfilling a trench can seem like a daunting task. However, when you have the steps you need to take right in front of you, the job can instantly become simpler. Having access to the proper equipment, such as machinery from John Deere, can also transform the task from a difficult one to just another job on the site. Let’s take a look at the proper steps you can take to ensure that you’re backfilling your next trench properly and safely.

To help farmers who are looking to adopt new practices to boost their productivity out in the field, John Deere is rolling out updates to its 8 Series Tractors for the 2022 model year. The John Deere 8 Series includes wheel 8R, two-track 8RT, and four-track 8RX models. Specialized options for the 8R Tractors include the Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS), and the ExactRate™ Tractor Tanks for 8RX Tractors.

“Using CTIS, operators can monitor and adjust tire pressure as quick as 2 PSI/min, from the cab, push-button easy,” said Ryan Jardon, tactical marketing manager for John Deere. “CTIS makes it easy to adjust and optimize inflation pressures regardless of the task.”

To assist producers who want to cover more acres efficiently throughout the workday, Deere has introduced new updates to the John Deere 9 Series Tractors. The lineup will now include the wheeled 9R, two-track 9RT, and four-track 9RX Tractors. The goal of these machines is to help farmers cross off more items on their to-do list each day in a quick, effective manner while out in the field.

Deere has introduced the John Deere 400 and 600 Series Sprayers to meet the evolving demands of farmers who require more operator comfort, high-quality application, and the most machine uptime possible. The John Deere 400 Series will include the 408R, 410R, and 412R, while the John Deere 600 Series will include the 612R and 616R.

“Each sprayer features a new, larger cab with your choice of three comfort and convenience packages available to fit a variety of needs,” Joel Basinger, marketing manager for John Deere said. “The 400 and 600 Series Sprayers turn technology into application quality and enhance machine uptime for customers.”

Vintage tractors in the U.S. have significantly risen in terms of popularity, likely stemming from the nostalgia of those in the agricultural industry. The collection of these vintage agricultural machines is a popular hobby amongst farmers and people who enjoy the purr of an old engine. Brands, such as John Deere, have been bought, used, sold, and collected for decades, but where did this all start?

Developing Innovative Tractors for Over 175 Years

For more than 175 years, John Deere has researched and developed innovative, new farming equipment which strives to improve agricultural productivity. Since entering the business of tractors in 1918, John Deere has prioritized innovation, as well as quality, for its customers. 

To meet the evolving demands of customers working in the forestry industry, John Deere has developed its new Precision Forestry initiative. The company announced that it will be reorganizing its technology portfolio and adding new solutions for customers who work in this sector. Ultimately, the goal is to provide more intelligent, connected equipment to those who need it.

“Previously, the industry has focused on developing bigger, faster, more powerful machines to boost performance, but larger machines sometimes present more challenges, especially on job sites with limitations,” said Matthew Flood, product marketing manager, John Deere. “Technology has been a game-changer for the forestry industry, enabling us to improve operator efficiency and performance without altering machine size. With the Precision Forestry initiative, we’re organizing our portfolio to create a foundation for the future of forestry machines and job site technology.”

Regeneration is the process of oxidizing the accumulated soot from a filter. To comply with environmental regulations, your John Deere tractor may come with an after-treatment device, which includes a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and diesel particulate filter (DPF). After at least 3,000 hours, your machinery will let you know when the filter needs to be removed and cleaned. But there are two types of regeneration: passive and active. Let’s take a closer look at each, as well as why regeneration is important for your engine.