A Day with Lead Hay & Forage Tech Alex Hunter
Meet Alex Hunter, a seasoned 21st Century Equipment technician with over a decade of experience working on John Deere forage equipment. In this video, you get an inside look at a day with Lead Hay & Forage Tech Alex Hunter. Alex walks you through the step-by-step process of removing a cutter head before installing an update kit on a forage harvester. He does this while giving tips, tricks and some wisdom he has picked up along the way.
Alex also shares his journey into the industry, what keeps him passionate about the job, and why precision and focus are critical—especially when breakdowns happen during harvest. If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, heavy machinery, or learning from experienced pros, this one’s for you.
Topics Covered
- Cutter head removal process
- Key safety and prep steps
- Understanding forage harvester systems
- Tips for efficient, high-quality work
- Real experiences from the field