Smart Spraying Made Simple: Upgrading Your Fleet to See & Spray™ Technology
How does the See & Spray™ Precision Upgrade Kit minimize downtime?
We know that in the High Plains, your sprayer is only making you money when the booms are out. That’s why we’ve streamlined the installation process at 21st Century Equipment. Upgrading to See & Spray™ doesn’t require a trip to the factory; it’s a bolt-on solution designed for the equipment you already own.
Our technicians have the hands-on knowledge to get you back in the field faster than a summer thunderstorm passes through.
- Rapid Turnaround: Most installations are completed in about 48 hours.
- Flexible Setup: You can drop your sprayer off at our shop, or we can coordinate a mobile Deere installation team to meet you.
- Strategic Timing: Many of our customers drop their machines off during a rain delay early in the week and have them back, ready to "hit the weeds," by Friday.
What kind of chemical savings did regional growers see in 2025?
In a recent episode of The FarmCast, our product specialist Tre Fehringer and Troy Randall sat down to look at the real-world data from our local "Backyard." The numbers aren't just promising; they are game-changing for your input budget.
Across our region in 2025, See & Spray™ enabled machines covered over 360,000 acres with impressive results:
- Average Area Saved: Growers saved an average of 44.6% on chemical applications across all crops.
- Peak Efficiency: In specific field conditions, some growers reported chemical savings exceeding 60%.
- Precision Detection: The onboard cameras identify weeds as small as a pinky fingernail—often spotting pests that the human eye would miss from the cab.
How does the "pay for what you don’t spray" model work?
We’ve heard from our customers that licensing should be as transparent as the water in your tank. John Deere has listened, shifting to a simplified model that focuses on the value delivered to your operation.
This new approach makes it easier to manage your ROI:
- Transparent Licensing: You only pay for the efficiency the system provides, making the "pay for what you don’t spray" model easy to track.
- No New Hardware Required: Future software improvements and expanded crop compatibility are delivered through simple digital updates.
- Increased Field Speeds: Recent software upgrades now allow for See & Spray™ operation at speeds up to 15 MPH in corn, even in cross-angle rows.
Consultative Expertise for Your High Plains Operation
At 21st Century Equipment, we take a "Customer-First" perspective on technology. We aren't just selling a kit; we’re partnering with you to ensure the system is calibrated for our specific regional weeds and soil types.
Our staff includes specialists with years of experience and John Deere Integrated Solutions certifications. We’ve seen how confidence in this technology grows after that first pass, and we’re here to provide the hands-on training your operators need to feel like "spray-pros" from day one.
Common Questions About See & Spray™ Upgrades (FAQ)
Can See & Spray™ detect weeds in a standing crop? Yes! While the system is famous for "green-on-brown" (fallow) applications, See & Spray™ Premium and Ultimate models are designed to distinguish weeds from the crop itself, allowing for targeted "green-on-green" applications.
What sprayers are compatible with the Precision Upgrade Kit? Compatibility typically includes John Deere 400 and 600 Series Sprayers, as well as select older models. Our team can quickly verify your machine’s serial number to see if it's a candidate for a bolt-on upgrade.
Is it difficult to learn the new software? Not at all. If you are familiar with the Generation 4 or G5 displays, the See & Spray™ interface will feel like second nature. Plus, our 21st Century Equipment experts provide on-site setup to walk you through the settings.
Where can I see the technology in action? Join us at our next High Plains Ag Expo on February 25, 2026! You’ll have the chance to talk directly with our technicians and see the cameras and hardware up close.
Ready to start saving? Reach out to your local 21st Century Equipment location to schedule your See & Spray™ consultation today.
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