Fertilizing Row Crops With John Deere Precision Ag Tech

As fertilizer costs continue to rise and environmental concerns grow more critical, farmers are turning to smarter tools to manage inputs without compromising yields. John Deere Precision Ag Technology leads the way in efficient, site-specific fertilizer application. Whether you're growing corn, soybeans, or other row crops, mastering best practices when it comes to fertilizing will save you money, maximize productivity, and improve sustainability on your farm. 

Field Data And Soil Sampling

Precision Ag begins with precise information. Using John Deere Operations Center™ to store and review historical data–yield maps, soil test results, and fertility data–is one of the first steps to success. By integrating grid or zone soil sampling, you can get real-time feedback on nutrient variability across your land and react accordingly. 

Variable Rate Application

John Deere rate controllers like the Rate Controller 2000 or GreenStar pair perfectly with StarFire™ receivers, making it easy to apply precise nutrients in real time. For everything from pre-plant, phosphorus, and side-dressing, you can target exactly what your field needs. 

Section Control And AutoTrac™

John Deere Section Control and AutoTrac™ deliver accurate placement–this is crucial when timing windows are narrow. With customizable guidance and boom control, you can optimize mid-season applications without overlap or skips. Pairing ExactApply™ nozzle control with your sprayer will minimize waste by ensuring consistent droplet size and uniform coverage. 

Monitor Crop Response With Real-Time Data

Use John Deere’s Gen 4 Displays and Operations Center™ to monitor real-time application coverage and rate performance. After application, track plant response, yield maps, and much more. 

• Compare side-by-side strips to test ROI. 
• Adjust based on field response, changing soil conditions, and weather.

Yield Maps And ROI Reports

After harvest, employ John Deere HarvestLab™ and yield mapping tools to review how fertilizer investments paid off. Overlay these maps with fertilizer application data to confirm where you were successful. Generate ROI reports for every acre with Operations Center. 

More Bushels, Less Waste

We’re only scratching the surface of what you can accomplish–and optimize–with John Deere’s Precision Ag tech. Tools like AutoTrac™, Operations Center, and yield mapping allow growers to manage crop fertility and yield accuracy in real time. In the long run, smarter application and inputs lead to higher margins, healthier soil, and impressive yields, season after season.