In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, we’re diving into the cutting edge of agricultural innovation with a spotlight on the John Deere Autonomous Tractor. Join us as we talk with Michael DeJong of DeJong Farms out of Edgar, Wisconsin, Beau Dvorachek, Strategic Solutions Manager, and Trevor Balthazor, Digital Specialist, about ho…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take a look at CNH Industrial’s goals for growing its precision business by 2030. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman looks into why more precision technology is showing up on smaller farms.By Farm Equipment

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take a look at CNH Industrial’s U.S.-based manufacturing and the potential impact of steel tariffs. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman explores what autonomy in ag could look like 5 years down the road. Also in this episode, a closer look at how trade dispu…

Join Tim Duel from Riesterer & Schnell and Brad Garner from Weekly Farms in Plainfield, Wisconsin, as they delve into the transformative world of John Deere technology for vegetable farms. In this episode, they explore how John Deere AutoPath, Guidance Lines, and the Operations Center have revolutionized efficiencies on Weekly Farms' operation. Lea…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, Jason Webster, commercial agronomist with PTI Farm, breaks the results of PTI Farm’s 2024 High Speed Planting Corn Study. In the Technology Corner, Colin Hurd, CEO of Mach, shares his technology goals for equipment manufacturers. Also in this episode: an update o…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we have reports from both the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Supply Summit and the North American Equipment Dealers Association's Legislative Fly-In. Those reports cover reaction to the tariffs and what they could mean for manufacturers and dealers alike.…

Tune in to this episode of Leap Forward as we explore the impact of AutoTrac Turn Automation with Ben Bartel, Vegetable Product Specialist, and Chad Kurszewski, Equipment Consultant at Riesterer & Schnell. Learn how this innovative technology is reshaping the agricultural landscape by planning and automating precise, repeatable, and efficient turns…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at Titan Machinery’s Q4 and FY 2025 earnings, and the improvement in inventory levels over the last 2 quarters. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shares precision data from the 2025 Strip-Till Benchmark Study, as well as some perspective from Pete You…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take a look at the latest used combine pricing and inventory report from Sandhills Global.By Farm Equipment

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take a look at Titan International’s 2024 results, and the tire manufacturers outlook for this year. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shares highlights from an autonomy panel during the National Farm Machinery Show.. Also in this episode, rural lifestyle …

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we come to you from the floor of the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Ky. Buhler Industries announced plans to take the company private, and president Zafer Ozbalaban shares some of the details on the company’s plans. In the Technology Corner, Noah New…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we dive into the results of the 12th annual Precision Farming Dealer Benchmark Study. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shares one dealer’s outlook for precision sales in 2025. Also in this episode, we get a behind the scenes look at Kinze’s Blue Equipment st…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the lawsuit the Federal Trade Commission filed against Deere & Co. over its repair business. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shares a glimpse of what customers are looking for from their dealers. Also in this episode, used combine inventories wer…

In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, we dive into the world of snow removal with John Klemp, Regional Sales Manager, and Hunter Leisner, Equipment Consultant. Discover the extensive range of John Deere snow removal equipment, along with a variety of implements and attachments designed for both residential and commercial applica…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at AGCO’s plans for its precision business and its 2029 targets. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman talks with Eis Implement’s precision team. Also in this episode, the interest savings dealers could see with the latest rate cut by the Fed and a look a…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, Marc Johnson, principal with Pinion, provides 4 factors that will be important for dealers to watch in 2025 that will impact their business. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman has a preview of January’s Precision Farming Dealer Summit in Louisville. The latest…

Join hosts Wyatt Davidson and Trevor Balthazor as they dive into a comprehensive year-end review of the John Deere Operations Center. In this episode, they discuss the successes and challenges of 2024, highlighting key insights and best practices for managing your farm digitally. Learn how to analyze yield data, variety performance, and planting da…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take an initial look at the Dealer Business Outlook & Trends Report and what dealers are forecasting for 2025. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman provides a look at Verdant Robotics new Sharpshooter that it demoed at the FIRA Conference. Also in this episod…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at how the latest round of interest rate cuts will impact dealers’ flooplan payments. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman talks autonomy with Monarch Tractor. Also in this episode, some additional insights on when we might see full autonomous adoption a…

In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, join Katie Bohm, Machine Monitoring Specialist, and Jason Knoener, Service Manager, as they dive into essential winterization tips, the benefits of off-season equipment inspections and John Deere Machine Monitoring. Learn how to prevent costly damage to your sprayers, planters, and more with…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, Deere Director of Investor Relations Josh Beal told JP Morgan analysts that the OEM is confident it will be “producing to demand” in fiscal year 2025. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman visits with Dave Thompson, a precision farming specialist with Johnson Tra…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the potential impact Hurricanes Helene and Milton will have on ag production as well as the dealers and manufacturers in the impacted region.By Ag Equipment Intelligence

Join us on this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell as we dive into the heart of harvest season with Andy Sorenson, Combine and Planter Specialist, and Marty Wilfert, Regional Sales Manager. Discover the cutting-edge features of the new John Deere S7 Series combine, including its advanced precision agriculture technology, enhanced auto…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Benzi America, we take a look at former President Donald Trump’s threat of a 200% tariff on Deere’s Mexico built equipment. In the Technology Corner Noah Newman visits with Bluewhite about the company’s partnership with New Holland. Also in this episode, a different way of measuring yield and the …

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Benzi America, we follow up on Jake Lieb’s viral TikTok video about AHW LLC canceling his order. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman visits with Sloan Implements salesperson Jason Seger on demoing the S7 combine with automation. Also in this episode, an update on the auction market, the latest W…

In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, John Klemp, Regional Sales Manager, sits down with Nate Soldvedt, Commercial Application Specialist, to dive deep into the world of John Deere Sprayers and Application Equipment. Nate shares insights from the field, his background in custom application, and how Riesterer & Schnell is helping…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Benzi America, Alamo Group recently announced it was closing its Gibson City, Ill., facility and laying off its staff. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shares the impact Ag Leaders Al Myers has had on the ag industry. Also in this episode, Claas’s Eric Raby shares his outlook for the rest of …

In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, join Beau Dvorachek, Strategic Solutions Manager, as he talks to Todd Vogel, Hay & Forage - Product Specialist (the "Hammer"). With 16 years of experience at Riesterer & Schnell, Todd shares his invaluable insights into the world of John Deere Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters in various crop…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Benzi America, Greg Roberg, vice president of sales for AgDirect, shares his expectations for potential rate cuts yet this year based on the FOMC’s comments in late July. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman highlights the upcoming Precision Specialist Week. Also in this episode, one manufacturer…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Benzi America, we take a look at results of the 2024 Brand Loyalty study. In the Technology Corner, we examine how USDA’s use of ag data raises privacy concerns. Also in this episode, a look at the ag equipment companies that made the Industry Week U.S. 500 report and JP Morgan analysts say the ra…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Benzi America, we take a look at how much crop damage resulted from the rain and wind brought on by Hurricane Beryl. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman examines what dealers need to do before hosting drone clinics to ensure they are FAA compliant. Also in this episode, used equipment pricing an…

Welcome to the latest episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell! In this insightful session, our host Nate Knaack engages in a captivating conversation with the renowned “Master of Hay”, Marty Wilfert. Dive deep into the world of hay production as they explore a variety of hay products and equipment. In this episode, they cover: The full Joh…

In this episode of On the Record, we take a first look at the major line results from the North American Equipment Dealers Assn. 2024 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations survey. Also in this episode: CDK Global's cyber attack puts IntelliDealer customers offline and Stotz Equipment and Premier Equipment announce an industry-first cross border partnership…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Weasler Engineering, Pinion's Marc Johnson shares and updated forecast for dealers revenues in 2024. The latest Purdue Ag Economy Barometer shows producer sentiment improved in the last month but indicates most farmers still say it's a bad time to invest in new equipment. And, dealers report used …

In this episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, Chad Staudinger, Regional Sales Manager and Todd Vogel, Hay & Forage Product Specialist, dive into the heart of dairy country as we salute June Dairy Month at Grotegut Dairy Farm! Join Chad and Todd as they dive into the importance of the dairy industry in Wisconsin and how John Deere forage…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Weasler Engineering, we take a look at some responses to Kubota's new limiting acquisitions policy for dealers. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman examines how autonomy may provide a health benefit to the ag equipment industry. Also in this episode, John Deere's latest earnings and the end of A…

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express Electronics, the leading minds at 3 of the top precision dealers in the business, Adam Gittins of HTS Ag, Jason Leary of Crystal Valley and Scott Staum of Central, share their strategies for the rest of the year and beyond.…

In the latest episode of Leap Forward with Riesterer & Schnell, join Beau Dvorachek, Strategic Solutions Manager, as he engages in a conversation with Bryan Neeb from Majestic Crossing Dairy. With a herd of 1800 cows and a diverse 3800-acre farm, Bryan shares insights into how John Deere Planter Precision Upgrades have revitalized their planting op…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Weasler Engineering, we break down the key takeaways from Ag Equipment Intelligence's newly released 2024 Big Dealer Report. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shows us how cover crop planting could be done autonomously. Also in this episode, CNH Industrial reports a drop in ag sales, AGCO comb…

In this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express Electronics, we pay a visit to Eagle, Wis., farmer Tyler Troiola as he gets ready to use his John Deere See & Spray system for the first time.By Precision Farming Dealer

Spring has sprung, and it’s time to get your yard in top shape! Join Chad Staudinger, our Regional Sales Manager, as he sits down with Josh Behnke, Lawn and Garden Equipment Consultant from our Chilton location, for an in-depth discussion about John Deere’s latest and greatest. Josh shares his journey from grounds crew to top turf salesman, and the…

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Weasler Engineering, we look at some analyst comments on Scott Wine's departure from CNH Industrial. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman talks to Pessl Instruments' CEO about the recent investment it received from Lindsay Corp. Also in this episode, dealers and farmers chime in on brand loyalty,…

Hylio CEO and co-founder Arthur Erickson joins contributing editor Dan Crummett on this edition of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express Electronics.By Precision Farming Dealer

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, AgZen CEO and co-founder Vishnu Jayaprakash joins contributing editor Dan Crummett for a conversation about the company’s RealCoverage technology and how it allows farmers to spray more effectively. RealCoverage, which works with any generation of sprayer, allows growers to save up to 50% on …

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Centro Motion, we look at how the Port of Baltimore's closure will alter the flow of high horsepower tractors in and out of the country. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman talks about some changes coming to drone operation regulations. Also in this episode, Kazakhstan's potential for the North …

In anticipation of the planting season, Beau Dvorachek and Chad Staudinger sit down with Trevor Balthazor and Jordan Hempel from the Riesterer & Schnell Strategic Solutions team to discuss the latest advancements in agricultural technology. In this first episode of the Leap Forward Podcast, we dive into how John Deere Precision Ag technology helps …

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we talk to an analyst and dealers on how interest rate cuts could impact the ag equipment industry. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shows us how cover crop planting could be done autonomously. Also in this episode, the Baltimore bridge collapse, planter sal…

On this edition of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express Electronics, 2 growers explain their approach to new technology, and potential improvements they’d like to see their dealers make in 2024 and beyond.By Precision Farming Dealer

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at how used dealer and auction prices are trending. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman shows up Trimble’s new Bilberry Smart Spraying System. Also in this episode, dealers report few department manager retirements coming, AGI earnings, the Farm Equipme…

On this edition of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express Electronics, technology editor Noah Newman catches up with Bluewhite CEO and founder Ben Alfi for a discussion about the future of autonomy in agriculture and the company’s Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model. The Bluewhite autonomy kit retrofits to existing tractor …