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2013<br />

Product Catalog


Global Precision<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> is committed to being a global leader in<br />

the precision farming industry. With an expanding<br />

network of offices, representatives and dealers<br />

across the globe, we are able to understand the<br />

specific needs of each market locally and introduce<br />

new technologies designed to work with different<br />

equipment in many markets.<br />

We’ve made it our mission to be the local “go-to”<br />

specialists in precision farming. You won’t find<br />

a more complete offering of precision farming<br />

technologies, experience and expertise from any<br />

other company in the world.<br />

North American Headquarters: Ames, Iowa USA<br />

South American Office: Curitiba, Brazil<br />

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EMEA Office: Malden, Netherlands<br />

Asia-Pacific Office: Adelaide, Australia<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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Precision = Productivity<br />

Precision farming is about productivity. It’s about the value<br />

of data that can be harvested from the field. It’s about using<br />

information to increase yield, reduce costs and improve<br />

profitability. That’s how we’ve looked at it ever since we helped<br />

pioneer the industry more than two decades ago.<br />

We’ve made it our mission to be the “go-to” specialists in precision<br />

farming around the world. You can see that commitment in just<br />

the past few years, as we’ve opened offices to support our growth<br />

worldwide. You won’t find a more dedicated, knowledgeable team of<br />

professionals focused on helping you improve your bottom line with<br />

precision farming.<br />

We think you’ll be impressed with the new products and features<br />

we’re introducing in 2013. In this catalog, you’ll find the key<br />

benefits – but make sure to visit with your local <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> dealer to<br />

learn more, as the benefits of many of these products are too many<br />

to list in a catalog.<br />

Most importantly, I’d like to thank you for your business. It’s<br />

innovative people like you who make our business a success. Let<br />

us know how we can help you improve your operation!<br />

Al Myers<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 4<br />

Al Myers<br />

President


NEW FOR 2013<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

GeoSteer TM Automated Steering<br />

Page 13<br />

GPS 2500 with RTK<br />

Page 16<br />

Hydraulic Down Force<br />

Page 20<br />

Displays PG 6-9<br />

Guidance and Steering PG 10-17<br />

SeedCommand TM PG 18-21<br />

DirectCommand TM PG 22-29<br />

OptRx TM Crop Sensors with Rate Table<br />

Page 26-29<br />

Intellislope TM Tile Controller<br />

Page 34-35<br />

Coming in 2013:<br />

Task Controller<br />

Tramlines<br />

Yield Monitoring PG 30-33<br />

Water Management PG 34-35<br />

SMS TM Software PG 36-41<br />

Training and Support PG 42-43<br />

What is the Value of Data?<br />

Throughout this catalog, you’ll see references to “The Value of Data.” These are examples of how precision technologies<br />

provide you with data that can be used as a powerful tool to improve - by both reducing costs, and more importantly,<br />

increasing yield potential. <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s industry-leading SMS software is designed to help you turn your data into<br />

profitable decisions for your fields.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 5


Displays<br />

The 30.7 cm <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra display features a high-definition<br />

touchscreen display. It is simply the most intuitive, full-featured display in the field,<br />

allowing you to monitor, map, record and control all of your field activities with one<br />

display – from planting through harvest.<br />

Video Camera Input<br />

The <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra display features<br />

the most complete visual perspective,<br />

providing up to four different camera<br />

views right from the display to:<br />

• Improve visibility and safety<br />

• Monitor equipment performance<br />

• Unload on-the-go by mounting<br />

on the auger<br />

Variety Map Integration<br />

Load crop variety maps into the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

Integra display (regardless of the planter<br />

monitor used to record the planting<br />

information), then view variety performance<br />

in real-time during harvest. This gives you<br />

insights on:<br />

• Variety performance<br />

• Field/soil variability<br />

• Potential field issues like<br />

drainage or infestation<br />

Better management<br />

decisions start with<br />

better field data.<br />

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• The <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra and Versa displays work seamlessly with SMS Software.<br />

• Simplify setup by exporting grower, farm, field and boundary data<br />

as well as guidance lines and prescriptions between SMS<br />

Software and the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> display.<br />

• Use data collected from your display to create reports for insurance<br />

and marketing partners, landlords and your own profitable decision making.


Displays<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

Displays<br />

The Versa display with an 21.3 cm touchscreen is ideal for the<br />

grower looking for a single display that can handle the most common<br />

planting, application and harvest operations. Its flexibility also makes<br />

it a smart investment as a second display. And, because it is built<br />

on the industry-leading <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra display technology, it can<br />

manage both field data collection and implement control duties.<br />

Multiple Product Control<br />

Control the application of three<br />

different products – liquid or granular –<br />

at the same time, saving time and fuel,<br />

while reducing soil compaction and<br />

equipment wear.<br />

Guidance<br />

With its integrated on-screen guidance<br />

lightbar, the Versa display supports multiple<br />

guidance patterns and displays the field<br />

ahead with multiple views. Combined with<br />

ParaDyme ® or GeoSteer automated steering,<br />

or OnTrac2+ TM assisted steering, you have a<br />

high-end guidance/steering system.<br />

Field Markers<br />

Mark field borders, sub-boundaries,<br />

in-field obstacles, waterways or tile<br />

lines in real-time from the cab. The<br />

Versa display will record your marks so<br />

you can review your information along<br />

with the field data gathered from all<br />

your field operations.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 7


Displays<br />

ISOBUS Means Plug-and-Play Simplicity<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra and Versa displays are ISOBUS compatible, eliminating the<br />

need for multiple displays, monitors and controller boxes in the tractor cab.<br />

Benefits of ISOBUS include:<br />

• Plug-and-play compatibility with ISOBUS implements.<br />

• Reduced cab clutter by eliminating multiple implement controllers.<br />

• Smarter investment in precision technology tools that work together.<br />

ISOBUS<br />

Compatibility<br />

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“One of our goals was to have<br />

only one monitor for the guide,<br />

seed and weeding operations.<br />

The Integra monitor joins all<br />

these operations, interfacing<br />

to SeedCommand and<br />

DirectCommand kits.”<br />

Mr. Francesco Moretto<br />

Taiedo di Chions (PN) –<br />

Veneto – Italy<br />

Virtual Terminal<br />

Virtual Terminal capability helps<br />

eliminate cab clutter from other in-cab<br />

implement controllers and gives the<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra display the ability to<br />

control ISOBUS-compliant implements,<br />

including:<br />

• Planters<br />

• Sprayers<br />

• Spreaders<br />

• Seeders<br />

Task Controller<br />

• Log data from ISOBUS implements<br />

• Perform variable rate product control<br />

• Automatic section control<br />

• Coming in 2013


FeaTURES<br />

Yield Monitoring<br />

Field-proven for two decades, <strong>Ag</strong><br />

<strong>Leader</strong>’s yield monitoring is the most<br />

advanced, accurate precision yield<br />

and moisture monitoring system<br />

available. View results in real-time<br />

right from your cab.<br />

Integrated Guidance<br />

Stretch working hours, improve steering<br />

accuracy and view your field even in darkness<br />

with an integrated lightbar. Supports multiple<br />

guidance patterns and RTK.<br />

Data Logging/Mapping<br />

Record all of your field activities. Mark field borders or<br />

obstructions. View maps in real-time from your cab.<br />

Display Benefits:<br />

• Displays work with any color of equipment and are easy to switch between vehicles.<br />

• Color touchscreen is intuitive and easy to view in daylight.<br />

• Field borders, boundaries, obstacles marked in real-time from the cab.<br />

• Year-round display means less cab clutter.<br />

• Input costs can be reduced, improving profitability.<br />

• Integrated guidance helps extend working hours beyond daylight.<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

The <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

Features for firmware 3.5 and newer<br />

®<br />

Versa<br />

Integra<br />

AutoSwath TM<br />

Hybrid/Variety Logging<br />

Multiple Product Control<br />

Variable Rate Planting<br />

PWM, Hydraulic Servo Control Valves<br />

(Case IH, John Deere, Kinze and White planters)<br />

Rawson ACCU-RATE Direct Drive<br />

Split-Planter Logging<br />

Planter Population Monitoring<br />

Advanced Seed Monitoring<br />

Hydraulic Down Force Control<br />

Guidance<br />

Autosteer<br />

Air Seeder Support<br />

Coverage Mapping<br />

Data Logging<br />

Liquid and Dry Product Application Control<br />

Multiple Product Application (Liquid or Granular) Up to 8 Up to 3<br />

Variable Rate Application<br />

Closed Loop Spinner Speed Control<br />

Smart Report TM<br />

Strip-Till<br />

Chemical Injection<br />

Boom Height Control<br />

External Switchbox<br />

OEM Switch Input Support<br />

OptRx TM Crop Sensors<br />

Grain Harvest<br />

Hybrid Background Map<br />

Harvest Variety Tracking<br />

Load Variety Maps<br />

Survey Collection<br />

Intellislope TM Plow Control<br />

ISOBUS<br />

Task Controller<br />

Tramlines<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

Displays<br />

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Guidance<br />

and Steering<br />

FeaTURES<br />

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“The ParaDyme and <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

Integra display have allowed me<br />

to consistently plant potatoes in<br />

uniform beds, increasing productivity<br />

whilst reducing the workload<br />

throughout the day. It allows my four<br />

tractors to work as one, as it is so<br />

easy to share AB lines.”<br />

David Park, Northumberland, UK<br />

Guidance and Steering Benefits:<br />

• Reduce fatigue and increase field working windows.<br />

• Reduce gaps and overlaps that can increase input costs and reduce yield potential.<br />

• More accurately deliver fertilizer directly to the seed trench.<br />

• Works with any color of equipment and can easily be switched between vehicles.<br />

• Choose your required level of accuracy.


Integrated Display Guidance<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

Guidance and Steering<br />

Both the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra and Versa displays feature<br />

an advanced, integrated guidance system with on-screen lightbar, capable<br />

of multiple guidance patterns. So, even if you only want guidance, both the<br />

displays give you that – plus plenty of room to grow.<br />

Perspective View<br />

Perspective view gives you a view of<br />

your field to the horizon – even in poor<br />

visibility caused by weather conditions or<br />

nighttime operations.<br />

Pattern Control<br />

Save, load, reset, pause, resume,<br />

nudge and shift patterns from the<br />

in-cab display.<br />

Import/Export Patterns<br />

Easily load saved patterns to the display<br />

or to your precision farming software so<br />

you can easily match your path for later<br />

field operations.<br />

SmartPath Pattern<br />

Simply drive one pass through the<br />

field. A guidance pattern is created<br />

automatically. No button to press.<br />

Integrated Lightbar<br />

On-screen lightbar also includes<br />

cross-track error and pass number.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 11


Guidance and<br />

Steering<br />

Not all automated steering systems are created equal. In fact, if you want<br />

centimeter accuracy, simple setup and technical support troubleshooting<br />

from a remote location, you won’t find a system that is ParaDyme’s equal.<br />

And, if your field operations require high accuracy at very low operating<br />

speeds (for example, specialty crops), you won’t find a better option.<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 12<br />

“ParaDyme is not only<br />

highly accurate; it is also easy<br />

to switch between vehicles. I’m<br />

able to move it from my JD8100,<br />

CLAAS AXION 810 and then also<br />

use it with my combine at harvest<br />

time. It allows me to get more<br />

done every day.”<br />

Juan Ignacio Labiano. Pamplona,<br />

Navarra, Spain.<br />

High Accuracy<br />

Even at Low Speed<br />

ParaDyme is the choice for operations<br />

that require ultra-low speed operation<br />

(as slow as 40 m/hr). Its dual-antenna<br />

GNSS steering solution provides accuracy<br />

within 1/10th of a degree – even when not<br />

moving. This makes it the ideal steering<br />

system for hipping, planting or harvesting<br />

bedded crops, installing drip tape or<br />

planting and harvesting specialty crops.<br />

Proven <strong>Technology</strong><br />

ParaDyme’s field-proven<br />

technology supports more<br />

than 700 different vehicles,<br />

including floaters, sprayers,<br />

tile plows and other<br />

specialty equipment.


PARADYME / GEOSTEER<br />

FeaTURES<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

Guidance and Steering<br />

Advanced Guidance Patterns<br />

Supports the most common and advanced<br />

guidance patterns, including SmartPath (see<br />

page 15 for guidance patterns supported).<br />

Flex Mode<br />

Maintain accurate steering with Flex Mode –<br />

even when your signal is temporarily lost – by<br />

automatically transitioning to a differential<br />

signal. When the better signal is restored,<br />

the system will transition back to the higher<br />

accuracy mode.<br />

Auto-Calibration<br />

Auto-calibration through the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

Integra and Versa displays makes ParaDyme<br />

or GeoSteer installation simple – even when<br />

moving it from vehicle to vehicle.<br />

Remote Technical Service<br />

Get customer service from any location. When<br />

you use the remote service feature, ParaDyme or<br />

GeoSteer can be accessed remotely to diagnose<br />

the situation in real-time so that you can achieve<br />

maximum efficiency in the field.<br />

This feature is only available in the US, Canada, EU and Australia.<br />

High Accuracy<br />

Access to RTK, with either RTK radio or built-in<br />

GSM modem, allows easy access to NTRIP and<br />

other RTK networks.<br />

Compatibility<br />

ParaDyme and GeoSteer support WAAS/EGNOS,<br />

OmniSTAR XP/HP, RTK and GLONASS satellites.<br />

Simple. Economical. Accurate. Designed to meet the steering<br />

needs required for small grain crops and emerging markets,<br />

GeoSteer bridges the gap between expensive, full-featured<br />

systems and less costly systems that don’t provide the<br />

necessary functionality or level of precision desired.<br />

GPS Differential Correction GEOSTEER PARADYME<br />

WAAS/EGNOS<br />

OmniSTAR XP/HP/VBS<br />

RTK<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 13


Guidance and Steering<br />

Assisted Steering<br />

Reduce fatigue and improve pass-to-pass accuracy<br />

when you add OnTrac2+ assisted steering to any<br />

modern tractor, combine, application rig or other<br />

vehicle – without hooking into hydraulics.<br />

• Quick, easy “Lock-n’-Roll” installation.<br />

• Easily transfer between vehicles.<br />

• Gear-driven motor is superior to friction-design<br />

steering systems – eliminates slippage.<br />

• Easy to engage/disengage from the display or<br />

optional foot switch.<br />

• Controlled by either the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra or<br />

Versa display.<br />

• Quiet operation.<br />

• Terrain Compensation components accommodate<br />

for rolling ground and going through waterways,<br />

ditches and over terraces.<br />

• Custom install kits available on over 700 vehicles.<br />

Lock-n’-Roll Installation<br />

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Mount ring gear<br />

Mount anti-rotation bracket<br />

Attach steering component


GUIDance PATTERNS<br />

Center Pivot<br />

L160 Lightbar<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

Guidance and Steering<br />

A-B Pattern<br />

By mounting the L160 Lightbar on the windshield or<br />

dash, operators can monitor guidance by looking straight<br />

ahead while keeping their display easy to reach.<br />

Adaptive Curve<br />

SmartPath Pattern<br />

L160 Lightbar<br />

The L160 CAN bus Lightbar features an easy-to-read display<br />

and configurable LED spacing. A companion guidance system<br />

to either the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra or Versa displays, the compact<br />

design makes it the ideal guidance tool for dash or<br />

windshield mounting.<br />

Identical Curve<br />

• Choose between “chase” or “pull” LED modes.<br />

• Adjustable brightness is ideal for daylight or night use.<br />

• Displays cross-track error, pass number and degree heading.<br />

Tramline Support<br />

• Tramline for A-B and<br />

identical curve patterns.<br />

• Audible and visual<br />

indication when<br />

on Tramline.<br />

• Coming in 2013.<br />

A+ Pattern<br />

Data from your field is an invaluable<br />

resource to help you make better<br />

management decisions.<br />

• Generate A-B guidance lines.<br />

• Archive guidance lines from the field for future use.<br />

• Import/export guidance lines to and from multiple<br />

brands of guidance systems.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 15


GPS 1500 and<br />

GPS 2500<br />

The GPS 1500 and GPS 2500 are both all-in-one antenna/<br />

receiver systems. These compact, low-profile units feature fixed or<br />

magnetic mounting options and offer an affordable solution for submeter<br />

accuracy with fast startup and reacquisition times. The GPS<br />

2500 features a dual frequency receiver making it ideal for operations<br />

that require a high level of accuracy in the field.<br />

• RTK and GLONASS capable (GPS 2500).<br />

• Outputs simulated radar speed.<br />

• Up to 10 Hz output.<br />

• Dual ports for output of NMEA position data to other equipment.<br />

• Diagnostic LEDs.<br />

• Ideal for AutoSwath in SeedCommand and DirectCommand applications.<br />

• Differential correction options include WAAS/EGNOS, HP/XP/G2/VBS.<br />

See chart below.<br />

• e-Dif ® technology provides accuracy without the need for a<br />

subscription to a differential signal.<br />

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“The GPS 1500 unit and Versa<br />

display pick up a signal quickly,<br />

which allows us to move into a<br />

paddock and begin working without<br />

delays. With the GPS system and<br />

OnTrac2+ assisted steering, we’re<br />

able to have greater precision of our<br />

farming operations without having to<br />

upgrade to new machinery.”<br />

Paul Rudolph, Australia<br />

GPS Differential Correction GPS 1500 GPS 2500<br />

WAAS/EGNOS<br />

XP/HP/G2/VBS<br />

RTK


FeaTURES<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

Guidance and Steering<br />

GPS Differential Correction<br />

RTK<br />

2.5 cm<br />

OmniSTAR XP<br />

OmniSTAR HP<br />

5-10 cm<br />

WAAS/EGNOS<br />

Applications GPS 1500 GPS 2500<br />

Guidance<br />

Tillage<br />

Harvesting<br />

Field Preparation<br />

Mapping (Point, Line, Area)<br />

Variable Rate Controllers<br />

Spreading<br />

Spraying<br />

Seeding<br />

Log Hybrid/Variety<br />

Strip-Tilling<br />

Intellislope (Tile Plow)<br />

7.5-12.5 cm<br />

15-20 cm<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 17


Precision Farming Starts Here.<br />

Today’s high-tech seed isn’t cheap. If you’re not controlling where and how<br />

much of each type of seed you plant, you’re probably sacrificing yield potential<br />

and bottom line performance. SeedCommand helps you manage all of your<br />

planting operations, including seed population, hybrid/variety mapping, split<br />

planting, swath control, seed meter performance, variable rates and planter/air<br />

cart seeder performance.<br />

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“We have been using<br />

SeedCommand for three years.<br />

Our fields are irregular shaped<br />

and we calculated that we<br />

were over-seeding at a rate of<br />

10 - 20%. With seed prices<br />

high, we can save a lot of money<br />

using SeedCommand. I also<br />

like that the line begins and<br />

ends accurately right there,<br />

where it needs, at the internal<br />

side of headland. This is a huge<br />

advantage for lease-work too.”<br />

Gábor Forrá, Hungary


FeaTURES<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

SeedCommand <br />

Air Cart seeder control<br />

Hybrid/Variety Mapping<br />

SeedCommand records planting<br />

operations in real-time, mapping<br />

the location of each hybrid/variety<br />

planted. Compare observed planting<br />

maps/data with yield maps to make<br />

accurate, reliable decisions to<br />

improve seed selection and increase<br />

future profitability.<br />

Variable Rate Planting<br />

Control seed costs and improve yield<br />

potential across the entire field with variable<br />

rate planting. SeedCommand varies the<br />

seeding rate based on prescription maps to<br />

match seeding rates to soil potential.<br />

AutoSwath<br />

Automatically turn planter clutches or vacuum meters on/off based on field<br />

maps and already-planted areas. On air seeder carts, AutoSwath controls the<br />

metering circuit, automatically turning both seed and fertilizer on/off.<br />

Data Logging<br />

Record variable seeding rates, variable fertilizer application and generate<br />

field maps that can be used to provide better post planting analysis.<br />

SeedCommand Benefits:<br />

• Elimination of overplanting means lower seed costs and improved yields.<br />

• Night planting lengthens planting windows.<br />

• Reduced skips and doubles – especially with variable seed shapes and sizes.<br />

• Documented planting data for simple reporting requirements.<br />

• Maximized yield through variable rate planting.<br />

SureStop TM and SureVac TM<br />

Automatic Shutoff<br />

Control planting rates and turn row<br />

units on/off for both chain-driven or<br />

vacuum planters. SureStop electric<br />

clutches are designed for chain-drive<br />

seed meters. SureVac electric row<br />

shutoffs are compatible with John Deere<br />

vacuum planters.<br />

SureVac<br />

SureStop<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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FOR PLANTERS<br />

Hydraulic Down Force<br />

Controlling a planter’s down force is a proven way to improve consistent emergence across the field and increase<br />

yield. <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Hydraulic Down Force system drastically improves on air bag down force systems, providing<br />

instant response to changing soil and field conditions that can’t be accomplished with air bag systems.<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s Hydraulic Down Force system ensures seeds are planted at the proper<br />

depth by instantly adjusting to changes in soil types.<br />

Advanced Seed Monitoring<br />

SeedCommand offers complete planter<br />

monitoring functions, eliminating the need<br />

for an additional planter monitor. View data<br />

and graphs on population, singulation,<br />

skips/doubles and spacing in real-time on a<br />

row-by-row basis. A virtual seed trench view<br />

shows the placement of each seed in a row,<br />

helping you determine if a problem exists<br />

in the seed meter or the row unit.<br />

MULTIPLE CHANNELS OF CONTROL<br />

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CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 1<br />

Two channels allow the<br />

down force to be adjusted<br />

separately on the planter<br />

wings compared to the<br />

center section of the<br />

planter where there is<br />

more soil compaction. This<br />

is a big advantage over air<br />

bag systems that average<br />

downforce across the<br />

entire toolbar.<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s Hydraulic Down Force<br />

system adjusts pressure instantly<br />

in changing soil types without the<br />

inconsistency created by pneumatic<br />

systems that respond over a longer<br />

period of time (and land). It could take<br />

a air bag system up to 20 seconds to<br />

inflate enough to create the proper<br />

down force, compared to one second<br />

with <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s Hydraulic Down Force<br />

system. The difference? 1300 m 2<br />

using a 24-row planter.


FOR AIR CART SEEDERS<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

SeedCommand <br />

Multiple Product Control<br />

Control up to three granular products, including two<br />

seed and one fertilizer products. Paired with a liquid<br />

control module, the system supports simultaneous<br />

application of NH3 and nitrogen stabilizer.<br />

Enhanced Calibration<br />

Automated calibration routines and stored<br />

calibrations make setup easy and seamless – even<br />

when using multiple products.<br />

Compatibility/Drive<br />

Types Supported<br />

Supports bin-level and fan speed sensors<br />

as well as main and individual meter circuit<br />

clutches on ground drive air seeder carts<br />

with linear actuator control.<br />

Drive Types Supported<br />

• Ground Drive<br />

- Clutches<br />

- Linear Actuator<br />

• Hydraulic Drive<br />

- PWM Valve<br />

- Servo Valve<br />

• Electric Drive<br />

-Selected models<br />

Select models of electric drives<br />

are supported, as well.<br />

Data from your field is an invaluable<br />

resource to help you make better<br />

management decisions.<br />

• Choose higher-yielding seed based on historical yield performance.<br />

• Generate variable rate seed prescriptions.<br />

• Layer planting and harvest maps to easily compare seed performance.<br />

• Map seed varieties, planting rates, planting dates and other items recorded during planting or seeding.<br />

SeedCommand Features<br />

AutoSwath<br />

Data Logging of Seed and Nutrient Inputs<br />

The <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> ®<br />

Integra<br />

Versa<br />

Multiple Product Control Up to 8 Up to 3<br />

Variable Rate Seeding and Fertilizing<br />

Automated Calibration Routines<br />

Meter Prime Feature<br />

Advanced Fan Monitoring<br />

Hydraulic PWM and Servo Drive Support<br />

Ground Drive Linear Actuator and Meter Clutch Support<br />

Hydraulic Down Force<br />

Advanced Seed Monitoring<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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DirectCommand has simply revolutionized application.<br />

The unique AutoSwath feature decreases overapplication –<br />

saving input costs and improving environmental stewardship.<br />

DirectCommand offers complete control over liquid or granular<br />

applications, while at the same time logging data and providing<br />

real-time application mapping capabilities.<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 22<br />

“We have developed a simple and<br />

highly adaptable Precision Farming<br />

System based around the two<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> displays, which has<br />

allowed us to tailor all our inputs to<br />

meet the crops and the soils specific<br />

requirements. This has given us an<br />

overall saving on inputs and a slight<br />

increase in yields by producing<br />

more even crops through site<br />

specific application.”<br />

Alistair Nelson, East Yorkshire, UK<br />

Serial Connection<br />

The following spreaders are compatible with <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> through serial control:<br />

RDS<br />

RECO/Sulky<br />

Amazone+<br />

Bogballe<br />

Kuhn<br />

LH5000<br />

Vaderstad<br />

Kverneland<br />

Raven


FeaTURES<br />

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Product Catalog<br />

DirectCommand <br />

AutoSwath for Sprayers<br />

DirectCommand’s AutoSwath feature reduces overapplication and product waste by<br />

automatically turning the applicator (liquid or granular) on/off based on field boundaries<br />

and already-applied areas as it passes over the field. The system reduces input costs and<br />

increases application accuracy by minimizing skips and overlaps at end rows, fence rows and<br />

along waterways.<br />

AutoSwath for Spreaders<br />

DirectCommand’s AutoSwath feature simplifies spreader control by controlling the conveyor<br />

spinner speed, in addition to monitoring the bin level. The system reads ground speed and<br />

automatically adjusts product flow to match target application rate. DirectCommand control<br />

modules support PWM, motorized servo, Mark IV.2, Mark IV.4 and Mark V hydraulic control<br />

valves. DirectCommand supports application control of multiple bin spinner spreaders.<br />

Rate Control<br />

DirectCommand continuously controls,<br />

adjusts and records field application<br />

based on manually entered target rates<br />

or by using rates from a variable rate<br />

prescription file. The system uses a flow<br />

meter signal and speed input from a<br />

radar or GPS receiver. DirectCommand<br />

can read up to three optional pressure<br />

sensors, eliminating the need to monitor<br />

pressure gauges outside the cab.<br />

Data Logging<br />

DirectCommand automatically records<br />

application activities, including applied<br />

areas, product volume and more. This<br />

information can be easily downloaded<br />

into SMS software for analysis. Using<br />

this information can help accurately<br />

calculate input needs for the<br />

following year.<br />

DirectCommand Benefits:<br />

• Eliminate overapplication, overlap, spray drift and application<br />

gaps that increase input costs and decrease yield potential.<br />

• Lengthen application windows during application operations.<br />

• Reduce fuel costs and field compaction by applying multiple products at one time.<br />

• Increase yield potential and better target product application through crop sensing<br />

and prescription application strategies.<br />

• Document all field application data and provide simple reporting.<br />

Variable Rate Application<br />

DirectCommand allows the variable rate<br />

application of single or multiple products.<br />

The system controls application rates of liquid<br />

and granular products automatically based on<br />

geo-referenced prescription maps. Variable<br />

rate application is available for all supported<br />

equipment types including spinner spreaders,<br />

self-propelled and pull-type sprayers, anhydrous<br />

applicators and strip-till toolbars.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 23


Additional Features<br />

Strip-Till Fertilizer Control<br />

Control up to three channels of<br />

granular product using your striptill<br />

applicator while also controlling<br />

anhydrous and nitrogen stabilizer with<br />

the addition of liquid and chemical<br />

injection control modules.<br />

Chemical Injection<br />

Reduce potential crop damage and your<br />

exposure to chemicals and simplify system<br />

flushes. DirectCommand interfaces with<br />

Raven SCS Sidekick for complete control<br />

over chemical injection applications.<br />

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NORAC UC5 Boom Height Control<br />

Both the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra and Versa displays feature<br />

complete support of the NORAC UC5 boom height control<br />

system – ensuring ideal crop coverage without drift or wasted<br />

product. All setup, calibration and run-time operation of the<br />

UC5 is controlled using an <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> compatible display with<br />

your choice of <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s proprietary interface or through the<br />

ISOBUS virtual terminal screen.<br />

Enhanced Calibration<br />

Simplify setup time by creating<br />

and storing calibration routines,<br />

eliminating the need to recalibrate<br />

equipment each time it’s used.<br />

New <strong>Leader</strong> ® Fan Frame and Feed Gate<br />

Automatically adjust Fan Frame position and Feed<br />

Gate opening from the cab. Automatically position<br />

spinner Fan Frame and Feed Gate based upon<br />

previously calibrated and stored values.


Smart Report<br />

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DirectCommand <br />

Smart Report<br />

DirectCommand’s Smart Report simplifies application reporting (both liquid<br />

and granular), providing an easy way to generate detailed application reports for<br />

government, external and private record-keeping. Reports provide location, product<br />

information, applied totals, field areas, as-applied maps and field boundaries.<br />

• Enter basic information about weather, soil conditions, products used, etc.<br />

• Automatically generate PDF reports that can be saved, emailed or printed.<br />

• Requires no additional software.<br />

DirectCommand Features<br />

AutoSwath<br />

Coverage Mapping<br />

Data Logging<br />

Liquid and Dry Product Application Control<br />

The <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> ®<br />

Integra<br />

Versa<br />

Multiple Product Application (Liquid or Granular) Up to 8 Up to 3<br />

Variable Rate Control<br />

Closed Loop Spinner Speed Control<br />

Smart Report<br />

Strip-Till/Air Seeder<br />

Chemical Injection<br />

Boom Height Control<br />

External Switchbox<br />

OEM Switch Input Support<br />

Guidance<br />

Autosteer<br />

OptRx Crop Sensors<br />

New <strong>Leader</strong> Fan and Feed Gate Support<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 25


OptRx Crop Sensor<br />

The use of crop sensing technology in grains, cereals and other<br />

production ag crops is one technique to increase plant health and<br />

yield potential. OptRx crop sensors measure the nitrogen needs of<br />

your crop and provide application rate recommendations in<br />

real-time to maximize your profit.<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 26<br />

“Nitrogen needed for crop varies<br />

from year to year. There’s no rule<br />

to orient ourselves. This was a<br />

problem that we had when ten years<br />

ago we had started to use maps for<br />

fertilizer production in a variable<br />

dose. Thanks to OptRx sensors<br />

we can set nitrogen distribution<br />

in coverage, saving product and<br />

avoiding damage for overdose”.<br />

Mr. Roberto Sarasso<br />

Olcenengo (VC) –<br />

Piemonte – Italy<br />

How OptRx Works<br />

• OptRx crop sensors are installed on front mounted brackets or<br />

across the application boom.<br />

• Emitting their own light source, the sensors measure crop vigor based<br />

on plant mass and light reflectivity readings.<br />

• The Vegetation Index (VI) is calculated based on field data from the<br />

initial sensor calibration.<br />

• Using the VI, DirectCommand applies nitrogen at variable rates<br />

on-the-fly based on real-time crop readings.


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DirectCommand <br />

When to Use OptRx<br />

Wheat<br />

The ideal application window for topdressing<br />

wheat is when the crop is between tillering and<br />

stem elongation growth stages. Any equipment<br />

capable of topdressing the crop will work.<br />

Barley<br />

The ideal application window for topdressing<br />

barley starts at stem elongation and continues<br />

to boot stage. Any equipment capable of<br />

topdressing barely will work.<br />

Rapeseed<br />

The ideal application window for rapeseed is<br />

from tillering till the flower is visible on the<br />

plant. Any equipment capable of topdressing<br />

rapeseed will work.<br />

The Causes and Effects of<br />

Nitrogen Variability<br />

Organic Material<br />

Organic material is one of the most<br />

significant sources of nitrogen in the soil.<br />

The more organic matter present, the more<br />

nitrogen the soil produces. Because organic<br />

matter can vary with different soil types,<br />

nitrogen availability in the soil can vary<br />

greatly across the field.<br />

Lodging and Under-Fertilizing<br />

Under-fertilizing crops can lead to significant<br />

losses in yield. At the same time, for wheat,<br />

barley and other grass crops, over-fertilizing<br />

can lead to lodging which can cost a grower<br />

up to 60 percent of total yield.<br />

The Math:<br />

Increase in<br />

yield<br />

150kg x €0.21/kg wheat<br />

x 50 hectares<br />

€1575<br />

€1575<br />

€140<br />

Add savings from lower<br />

nitrogen rates<br />

8kg of N x 50 hectares x<br />

€0.350/kg of N<br />

€140<br />

€1715 increased profit over 50 hectares.<br />

To learn more about OptRx and see other real life<br />

examples of OptRx used in both corn and wheat,<br />

visit agleader.com/products/directcommand/optrx/<br />

OptRx Benefits:<br />

• Reduce application of nitrogen in nitrogen-rich areas.<br />

• Increase yield potential in nitrogen-poor areas of the field.<br />

• Record crop vigor variation data across the field.<br />

• Balance the affects of organic material variability across the field.<br />

• Improve yield potential for crops harmed by denitrification due to poor drainage.<br />

Rate Table<br />

OptRx crop sensors are ideal for applying fertilizers, pesticides,<br />

defoliants, growth regulators and other agrochemicals – on-the-go<br />

at the rates necessary for optimum performance. Based on your own<br />

experience or working with an agronomist or crop consultant, select a<br />

Vegetation Index range and assign the recommended rates based on the<br />

range chosen.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 27


N<br />

N<br />

The Science Behind the Sensors<br />

During photosynthesis<br />

plants reflect green light and<br />

absorb red and blue light to<br />

create energy for the plant.<br />

Three parts of the light<br />

spectrum – red, red edge<br />

and near-infrared light are<br />

used to determine<br />

plant health.<br />

GREEN LIGHT<br />

RED LIGHT<br />

BLUE LIGHT<br />

GREEN LIGHT<br />

RED LIGHT<br />

BLUE LIGHT<br />

NEAR INFRARED LIGHT<br />

NEAR INFRARED LIGHT<br />

GREEN LIGHT<br />

RED LIGHT<br />

BLUE LIGHT<br />

GREEN LIGHT<br />

RED LIGHT<br />

BLUE LIGHT<br />

NEAR INFRARED LIGHT<br />

NEAR INFRAR<br />

Depending on the plant’s biomass, near-infrared light is either<br />

reflected (meaning there is more biomass, thus a healthier plant),<br />

or passes through – indicating less biomass and a weaker plant.<br />

At the same time, healthier plants will<br />

absorb more red and red edge light for<br />

photosynthesis, so less will be reflected.<br />

Using its own light source for consistency, OptRx crop<br />

sensors analyze reflectance of both near-infrared and<br />

red edge light to determine plant health.<br />

Reflectance (%)<br />

60<br />

50<br />

40<br />

30<br />

20<br />

670 nm (Red)<br />

730 nm (Red-Edge)<br />

NIR<br />

As a plant grows light<br />

reflectance changes<br />

significantly. This chart<br />

shows that if a crop<br />

sensor only accounted<br />

for one of these<br />

three types of light,<br />

accuracy could change<br />

significantly as the<br />

plant matures.<br />

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10<br />

0<br />

0<br />

1 2 3 4 5 6<br />

Leaf Area Index(LAI)


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DirectCommand <br />

1<br />

0.9<br />

Many crop sensors use NDVI (Normalized<br />

Difference Vegetation Index) to determine the health of the<br />

plant. NDVI measures red and near infrared wavebands to<br />

detect health, which works well in early stage plant growth<br />

when soil can be seen between the crops. The graph above<br />

shows that NDVI changes significantly between healthy and<br />

weak crops in early growth states.<br />

However, as the crop reaches complete cover,<br />

NDVI is no longer effective in determining the weaker crops<br />

from the healthier crops. The graph above shows that NDRE<br />

(Normalized Difference Red Edge) is a better indicator of<br />

differences between stronger and weaker crops at later<br />

growth stages. Because OptRx uses both NDVI and NDRE,<br />

it provides a more accurate view of plant vigor at all of the<br />

crops stages of growth.<br />

Vegetation Index<br />

0.8<br />

0.7<br />

0.6<br />

0.5<br />

0.4<br />

0.3<br />

0.2<br />

0.1<br />

0<br />

NDVI<br />

NDRE<br />

0<br />

1 2 3 4 5 6<br />

Leaf Area Index(LAI)<br />

Three years use of OptRx, with its unique dualsensing<br />

technology, in European wheat fields have proven<br />

its approach to adjust nitrogen rates on-the-go have shown<br />

an average decrease of nitrogen rates near 2 kilograms<br />

per hectare while increasing yields by an average of 200<br />

kilograms per hectare.<br />

The Math:<br />

1<br />

Estimated nitrogen<br />

savings per hectare 0.9<br />

Number of hectares 0.8<br />

X<br />

Estimated wheat yield<br />

increase per hectare<br />

Number of hectares<br />

X<br />

Total ROI<br />

If you estimate nitrogen to cost €0.50 and<br />

wheat is sold at €250.00/ton, OptRx averaged €51.00<br />

per hectare profits. For a 2 sensor system, that is a ROI<br />

in less than 250 hectares. Do your own math. In the table<br />

provided add up your total in nitrogen savings and total<br />

in yield savings. How long before you are getting profits<br />

from OptRx?<br />

Vegetation Index<br />

0.7<br />

0.6<br />

0.5<br />

0.4<br />

0.3<br />

0.2<br />

+ =<br />

NDRE<br />

NDVI<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 29


Yield Monitoring<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> provides the most widely used grain yield<br />

monitoring technology in the world. Create and view yield and<br />

moisture maps while harvesting and instantly observe how field<br />

conditions affect yield.<br />

“In my opinion, the best thing about<br />

this system is that it is very simple<br />

to use. It can easily be moved from<br />

one piece of equipment to another.<br />

We use it for yield monitoring on our<br />

combines which is very important<br />

if you want to save money using<br />

precision farming technology.”<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 30<br />

Vladimir Bubnov<br />

<strong>Ag</strong>rokultura-Zahid LLC<br />

Ukraine


FeaTURES<br />

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Product Catalog<br />

Yield Monitoring<br />

Grain is fed into the harvester’s elevator where sensors<br />

read the moisture content of the grain.<br />

As the grain is delivered to the holding tank, the<br />

mass flow sensor monitors yield.<br />

Information on both yield and moisture from the<br />

sensors is recorded by the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra or<br />

Versa display mounted in the cab.<br />

Yield Monitoring Benefits:<br />

• Improve understanding of seed types and other field activities on yield.<br />

• Collect more accurate yield data.<br />

• View real-time yield comparisons.<br />

• Improve hybrid/variety selections based on field yield data.<br />

• Make storage decisions based on moisture readings in the field.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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Yield Monitoring<br />

Field-Proven Accuracy<br />

AutoSwath for Harvest<br />

Harvest data is recorded based on the<br />

number of rows being harvested, providing<br />

accurate data when harvesting point rows or<br />

partial swaths.<br />

Yield and Moisture Mapping<br />

View yield and moisture maps in realtime<br />

for instant feedback on yield<br />

performance across the field.<br />

Hybrid/Variety<br />

Yield Mapping<br />

Overlay planting maps with<br />

real-time harvest maps to view<br />

instant yield and moisture<br />

variations by hybrid/variety in<br />

the field. This provides better<br />

seed selection data for next<br />

planting season.<br />

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Yield Monitoring<br />

Summary Screen<br />

Harvest summary screen<br />

provides at-a-glance<br />

information about number<br />

of acres harvested, total and<br />

average bushels harvested<br />

and more.<br />

Harvest Features<br />

AutoSwath<br />

Grain Harvest<br />

Hybrid<br />

Background Map<br />

The <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> ®<br />

Integra<br />

Versa<br />

Harvest Variety<br />

Tracking<br />

Variety Map Integration<br />

Yield monitoring with the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra display now<br />

allows an operator to load crop variety maps recorded by<br />

another Integra, Versa or other brand of planter monitor.<br />

Data can be read into the software to create a reference<br />

file that can then be loaded onto the<br />

Integra display. This allows the operator to<br />

view variety performance in real-time during harvest.<br />

Guidance<br />

Autosteer<br />

Load Variety Maps<br />

Data from your field is an invaluable resource to<br />

help you make better management decisions.<br />

• Overlay hybrid/variety maps with harvest maps to determine yield performance.<br />

• Since SMS stores every year of information, you can see the history of yield trends.<br />

• SMS turns your data into a “Report Card” for evaluating your performance in the past year. Use the reports<br />

to provide totals and averages for each field, while using the query tools to analyze specific areas.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 33


TM<br />

Intellislope<br />

Water management is an important part of maximizing yield.<br />

Properly-tiled fields can lengthen planting windows, promote better root<br />

development, reduce field compaction, increase nutrient accessibility<br />

and improve consistency of crop emergence. The Intellislope tile plow<br />

control system makes installing tile easy, eliminating the need for<br />

complicated laser surveying equipment. If you can drive a tractor, you<br />

can install drainage tile with Intellislope.<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 34<br />

“For more than 50 years, we have<br />

had tile installed on our farm. We<br />

started doing the tiling ourselves<br />

in 2002 after purchasing the tile<br />

plow. In March 2011, we added the<br />

Intellislope and since have used it<br />

on several thousand meters. With<br />

the ability to survey ahead of time<br />

with the Intellislope, the tiling<br />

process is more efficient. We can tile<br />

so much more and do a better job of<br />

installing with the Intellislope. It has<br />

been one of the better purchases we<br />

have made in some time.”<br />

Steve Berger, Wellman, IA<br />

Intellislope Benefits<br />

• Increase field operation windows and reduce field compaction.<br />

• Reduce yield-robbing affects of denitrification due to poor drainage.<br />

• Provide deeper root zone and earlier soil warm up for better crop development.<br />

• Eliminate hassles associated with laser surveying equipment/services.<br />

• Do-it-yourself tile planning, recording and installation.<br />

• Tile on your schedule with equipment you already own.


Data from your field is an invaluable resource to<br />

help you make better management decisions.<br />

• Utilize your existing yield maps to determine where tile is needed on your farm.<br />

• Take advantage of automated soil survey downloads to have additional reference layers for planning your tile installation.<br />

• Track yield improvements where tile has been installed.<br />

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Water Management<br />

Survey<br />

Can be done ahead of time with an ATV, or<br />

at the time of installation with the tile plow<br />

utilizing RTK GPS. Collect surveys by driving<br />

over the path where tile needs to be placed to<br />

collect the surface elevation.<br />

Plan<br />

Enter the desired minimum/maximum and<br />

target depths, as well as the minimum grade<br />

to drain excess water from the field. This<br />

can be done in the field or with the SMS<br />

Advanced Water Management Module.<br />

Install<br />

Use the plan you created to install tile using<br />

AutoTile to adjust the depth of the plow<br />

automatically. You can also use Grade control or<br />

Pitch control modes as needed.<br />

AutoTile<br />

Millions of meters of installed tile prove how well<br />

AutoTile works to keep tile on grade. A three-step<br />

process to Survey, Plan, and Install the tile is<br />

as simple as it sounds. The system now has the<br />

added benefit of Roll correction to keep the tile<br />

depth at the desired level on side slopes.<br />

Tile Line Recording<br />

Importing survey and installed tile data<br />

from the <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Integra to SMS software<br />

provides a seamless way to manage and track<br />

improvements in crop yield where tile has been<br />

installed. Track main, sub-main and laterals,<br />

as well as the amount of tile installed.<br />

Guidance<br />

As surveys are collected, a guidance line is created with the survey.<br />

When the survey is loaded for installation, manual guidance is<br />

automatically provided to ensure that the tile is placed where the<br />

survey was recorded.<br />

Well-drained soils encourage deeper root<br />

development and healthier crops.<br />

Saturated soils lead to shallow root<br />

growth and poor plant development.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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SMS <br />

Software<br />

Data from your field is an invaluable resource<br />

to help you make better management decisions.<br />

These management decisions must be based on “real-life”<br />

questions you have about improving your operation, driven<br />

by your collected data. The data you collect has tremendous<br />

value beyond the benefits you see in the cab. So how do<br />

you begin the process of getting more answers from your<br />

precision ag data?<br />

“I’m an agronomist and I use SMS<br />

Advanced for advanced processing<br />

of production data and creating VRT<br />

maps of fertilization. SMS Advanced<br />

makes it easy to manage information<br />

from thousands of hectares covering<br />

several years.”<br />

SMS Benefits<br />

• Organize, plan and manage precision ag data from field operations.<br />

• View and print maps, reports and operation summaries.<br />

• Layer maps of field applications/data (such as tillage,<br />

planting, spraying, harvest, soil type).<br />

• Track and store multi-year trends in your fields.<br />

• Analyze data to determine areas of improvement and<br />

make more profitable decisions.<br />

2013 <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> | 36<br />

Mr. Giuseppe Sarasso<br />

Vercelli –<br />

Piemonte – Italy


SMS <br />

Software<br />

Benefits for You and Your Partners<br />

2013<br />

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SMS Software<br />

When shared with trusted partners, the value of your data is even greater. For example, using SMS TM Advanced Software, consultants<br />

can provide valuable insights based on your data and different variables such as soil types, seed selection, fertilizer practices, etc.<br />

Here are examples of how a complete precision farming software solution like SMS works within your network of partners.<br />

Growers<br />

By recording data year<br />

round from your precision<br />

farming display, you are<br />

your number-one resource.<br />

Collecting data over<br />

multiple years allows you to<br />

understand how changing<br />

variables affect yield<br />

and profit.<br />

Crop Consultants<br />

<strong>Ag</strong>ronomists can identify<br />

ways to improve yield<br />

potential for crops across<br />

your farm. By utilizing your<br />

valuable crop data, this<br />

information can be reviewed<br />

and analyzed to help make<br />

the right management<br />

decision for your fields.<br />

Soil Sampling<br />

Data provided from soil<br />

sampling can determine<br />

nutrient variations that<br />

can influence yield<br />

potential. Variable rate<br />

prescriptions can be<br />

created for precise<br />

fertilizer application<br />

based on your field’s<br />

nutrient needs.<br />

Insurance and Farm<br />

Management<br />

Field boundaries, planting,<br />

application and yield<br />

history can be stored within<br />

SMS software. Hectare<br />

and production history can<br />

easily be exported from<br />

SMS software, eliminating<br />

time-consuming paperwork<br />

and providing better<br />

insights on how inputs<br />

and other costs affect<br />

profitability.<br />

Service Providers<br />

Contractors can be<br />

provided turnkey<br />

prescription maps,<br />

eliminating the potential<br />

for miscommunication<br />

on field locations and<br />

product rates and<br />

recommendations. Field<br />

activity records can easily<br />

be imported into SMS<br />

software.<br />

Seed<br />

Working directly with<br />

seed dealers, data<br />

from precision farming<br />

assists seed partners<br />

in matching the right<br />

hybrids/varieties to<br />

different fields based<br />

on both current<br />

field conditions and<br />

historical data.<br />

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FeaTURING<br />

SMS Mobile allows you to collect in-field<br />

information such as crop scouting, soil sampling,<br />

boundaries and more. It offers flexibility to work with<br />

most desktop software solutions, as well as syncing<br />

seamlessly with SMS Basic and Advanced. Information<br />

gathered from SMS Mobile can provide the extra detail<br />

needed to make critical management decisions.<br />

SMS Basic is a powerful system that helps you take<br />

data from your field and turn it into smart management<br />

decisions, using information gathered from planting<br />

through harvest. Additionally, SMS Basic is designed<br />

to work in conjunction with SMS Advanced software in<br />

a grower/consultant relationship, providing even more<br />

sophisticated and powerful analysis tools.<br />

SMS Advanced allows a user to manage<br />

information across many hectares, fields and<br />

operations. It’s ideal for farmers looking for more<br />

sophisticated analysis tools and consultants who<br />

are working with multiple clients. It includes all<br />

of the features of SMS Basic, plus additional tools<br />

and features designed to make analysis across<br />

multiple fields and operations easy.<br />

FREE TRIAL<br />

SMS MOBILE • SMS BASIC<br />

S M S A D V A N C E D<br />

S O F T W A R E<br />

To download a free trial, visit<br />

agleader.com or call your local<br />

distributor to request a free CD.<br />

Free Introduction to SMS<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> offers free monthly online sessions to help you understand how to<br />

use the key tools provided in the SMS Basic, Advanced and Mobile software.<br />

Visit sms.agleader.com to register to attend.<br />

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FeaTURES<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

SMS Software<br />

Mesa Rugged Notepad TM<br />

The Mesa Rugged Notepad TM is built for<br />

field use. It features a water-proof, impactresistant<br />

shell. It also features Wi-Fi,<br />

Bluetooth and built-in GPS and camera. The<br />

large 14.4 cm screen makes it easier to read,<br />

yet doesn’t comprise portability.<br />

Field Operations<br />

SMS Mobile supports the following field operations:<br />

Soil Sampling<br />

Create grid, point<br />

or zone samples.<br />

Navigate to specific<br />

sites to conduct<br />

sampling that can<br />

be replicated.<br />

Crop Scouting<br />

Scout specific field<br />

locations or navigate<br />

to previously scouted<br />

locations to log detailed<br />

information on field/<br />

crop conditions as well<br />

as insects, diseases or<br />

weeds observed.<br />

Coverage Logging<br />

Continuously log<br />

and record data for<br />

swath-based coverage<br />

operations. This<br />

allows for the logging<br />

of different hybrids/<br />

varieties, tillage<br />

operations or application<br />

rates within the field.<br />

General Logging<br />

Create and edit point,<br />

line and polygon areas<br />

in the field. Uses<br />

include basic field<br />

scouting, tile line<br />

mapping, creation of<br />

management zones<br />

and others.<br />

Boundary Logging<br />

View, record and revise<br />

field outlines and subboundaries<br />

(terraces,<br />

waterways, etc.) within<br />

the field to accurately<br />

document field areas.<br />

Other Supported Devices<br />

SMS Mobile is designed to be installed<br />

on any devices running Windows Mobile<br />

5.x - 6.5, as well as Windows XP,<br />

Vista, Win7 machines, Windows 8 and<br />

Windows 8 Pro.<br />

Supported External Sensors<br />

Supported sensors include:<br />

• <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> OptRx Crop Sensor<br />

• VERIS EC Sensors<br />

• Geonics EM Model Sensors<br />

• Minolta 502 SPAD Meters<br />

• Dualem EC Sensor<br />

• GreenSeeker<br />

• Holland Scientific 430<br />

• Custom Sensor – Log data from user-defined sensor<br />

Key Features<br />

• Log edit points, lines or polygons manually or with GPS<br />

• Display up to 4 real-time stats<br />

• Image download<br />

• Seamless data transfer to SMS desktop software<br />

• Import/export shape files<br />

• View up to 4 layers simultaneously<br />

Navigation View<br />

SMS Mobile features<br />

a Navigation View that<br />

allows the operator<br />

to quickly and easily<br />

navigate to locations in<br />

the field. Split screen<br />

view only available in<br />

Mobile PC.<br />

Toggle statistic<br />

between meters or<br />

estimated time to<br />

reach site.<br />

Toggle<br />

between<br />

navigation<br />

view or<br />

traditional<br />

field view.<br />

Toggle between current traveling<br />

heading or direction.<br />

Toggle statistic between degree<br />

of heading needed to navigate or<br />

latitude and longitude of target site.<br />

Navigate towards<br />

the target circle.<br />

When in line with<br />

target site, the<br />

target circle will<br />

move towards the<br />

top center of the<br />

compass circle.<br />

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FeaTURES<br />

Guidance Planning/Support<br />

Generate A-B guidance lines. Archive<br />

guidance lines from the field for future use.<br />

Import/export guidance lines to and from<br />

multiple brands of guidance systems.<br />

Create Prescriptions<br />

Generate simple variable rate<br />

prescriptions for seed or liquid or<br />

granular applications based on<br />

yield history, soil test results or any<br />

other map.<br />

Soil Sampling Tools<br />

Create and manage soil sampling<br />

points, grids and regions. Easily<br />

sync lab soil test results with sample<br />

locations in the field.<br />

3D View<br />

View your field using 3D maps to<br />

help analyze drainage, tiling and<br />

terracing needs.<br />

Query Tools<br />

Overlay yield maps with other field<br />

operations to determine how field<br />

activities affected yield across the field.<br />

Government Reporting<br />

Create reports and maps that can be<br />

generated to satisfy government reporting<br />

needs. This can include crop insurance<br />

reporting with AIPs or regulatory<br />

compliance for application documentation.<br />

Simple Expense/Income Entries<br />

Easily track operation expenses and incomes<br />

which can be included in financial reports and<br />

print layouts.<br />

Print Maps, Charts and Reports<br />

Print your harvest, planting, spraying and other<br />

maps to share with landlords, consultants,<br />

insurance specialists and others. Build charts and<br />

reports to show hectares planted, planting/harvest<br />

dates, bags planted and total harvest production.<br />

SMS Software Supports<br />

• <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

• AGCO<br />

• AutoFarm<br />

• Case IH<br />

• CLAAS<br />

• Flexi-Coil<br />

• HARDI<br />

• Hemisphere GPS (Outback)<br />

• ISO 11783<br />

• John Deere<br />

• KINZE<br />

• Mid-Tech<br />

• New Holland<br />

• Precision Planting<br />

• Raven<br />

• RDS<br />

• Trimble<br />

• Shape, Image, Text Files<br />

• Gradient<br />

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Visit agleader.com or call our support line for questions about other<br />

formats or specific files from each of these companies.


FeaTURES<br />

2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

SMS Features Basic Advanced<br />

File Processing from Most<br />

Precision <strong>Ag</strong> Displays<br />

Sort Data by Geography<br />

Generate Crop Plans<br />

Create, Manage and Export<br />

Guidance Lines<br />

Print Summary Maps, Charts<br />

and Reports<br />

Write Simple Prescriptions<br />

SMS Software<br />

Aerial/Road Backgrounds<br />

Query Tools to Analyze Specific<br />

Areas<br />

Booklet Printing<br />

An optional feature that allows you<br />

to create personalized booklets<br />

for each client including charts,<br />

graphs, maps and analysis results.<br />

Booklets can be saved electronically<br />

for upload, email or web.<br />

Multi-Year Averaging<br />

See field trends based on layers<br />

of annual field data in one map,<br />

giving you strategies on creating<br />

management zones.<br />

Equation Writing<br />

Build an equation to generate a<br />

variable rate prescription based on<br />

mapped layers, such as soil sampling<br />

and/or grain harvest results. Run these<br />

equations for a specific field or across<br />

an entire project.<br />

Check for Updates<br />

Soil Survey Import (U.S. ONLY)<br />

Project Management<br />

Equation Writing<br />

Calendar View<br />

(limited)<br />

3D Plotting and Terrain Viewing<br />

Project Management<br />

Manage up to five projects with<br />

SMS Basic or setup an unlimited<br />

number of projects with SMS<br />

Advanced. Setting up projects<br />

will allow you to analyze data by<br />

individual field or across the entire<br />

client base while keeping data<br />

completely separate.<br />

Plot Prescription<br />

An optional feature that allows you to<br />

strategically place and define in-field<br />

research plot in the office and use the<br />

plot prescriptions to plant in the field.<br />

Calendar View<br />

View all field activities in a<br />

chronological calendar format.<br />

Customized Reporting<br />

Easily generate customized reports,<br />

maps, charts and more based on<br />

individual client needs.<br />

Comparison Analysis<br />

Easily compare how different field or<br />

operation variables (moisture, soil type,<br />

fertilizer rates, etc.) affect results.<br />

Batch Analysis<br />

Reduce time and develop consistent<br />

reports by analyzing data across<br />

multiple clients at one time.<br />

Water Management<br />

An optional feature that includes a<br />

tile plan editor allowing users to map<br />

out and plan where tile lines should<br />

be installed.<br />

Comparison Analysis<br />

Correlation Analysis<br />

Multi-Year Averaging<br />

Multiple Data Storage Locations<br />

Dataset Playback<br />

Booklet Printing<br />

Water Management<br />

Plot Prescription<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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Training, Support and<br />

Communications<br />

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“The service we get from our <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

representatives is excellent. It is part of<br />

the reason why we chose to invest in<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> products - and we have not<br />

been disappointed.”<br />

Luis Carlos Tremiño.<br />

Palencia, Castilla y León, Spain<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> Dealers<br />

You won’t find a more highly trained, dedicated<br />

group of precision farming specialists. Your <strong>Ag</strong><br />

<strong>Leader</strong> dealer is 100 percent dedicated to helping<br />

you get the most from your precision farming<br />

investment.


2013<br />

Product Catalog<br />

Technical Support<br />

Your representative can help with virtually<br />

any question you have. Plus, because they<br />

have direct access to <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s industryleading<br />

support team, you can rest assured<br />

your precision equipment has the best<br />

support in the field.<br />

Online Tutorials<br />

Access online video tutorials on <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong><br />

hardware and software products by visiting the<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> website at www.agleader.com.<br />

Keep up with the Latest Product<br />

and company news from <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> using<br />

Twitter and Facebook.<br />

Visit twitter.com/agleadertech or<br />

facebook.com/agleader.<br />

SMS Introduction<br />

Free “Introduction to SMS” online sessions;<br />

sms.agleader.com.<br />

SMS Training<br />

Attend one of our classroom trainings or learn<br />

about your SMS software through a virtual<br />

training from the leisure of your home, office<br />

or other Internet location.<br />

Visit sms.agleader.com.<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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THE Complete Precision Farming Solution<br />

Who you partner with for your precision farming technologies is an<br />

important decision. <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> has been a pioneer in precision farming<br />

since the very beginning. In fact, <strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong> has the most complete lineup<br />

of precision farming technology available – both hardware and software.<br />

<strong>Ag</strong> <strong>Leader</strong>’s network of precision farming dealers and its team of dedicated<br />

support and training specialists are behind you, granting you access to the<br />

best precision farming support in the industry.<br />

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Curitiba, Brazil +55 41 9814 2949<br />

Adelaide, Australia +61 447 773 343<br />

www.agleader.com<br />

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