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Precision Essentials Kit: Affordable John Deere Precision Farming

July 18, 2025 / by Ralda Venter

Upgrade your technology. Lower your costs. Maximize your productivity.

This new program is designed to make cutting-edge John Deere technology more accessible and affordable, especially for farmers using older equipment, expanding fleet capabilities or just starting their precision agricultural journey.

What is in the Precision Essentials Kit?

This is a new approach to purchasing precision agricultural hardware and software. Instead of buying everything outright, farmers can now:

  1. Pay once for the core hardware.
  2. Choose an affordable, renewable software license that fits their farm’s needs.

This flexibility gives you access to the latest John Deere technology, with lower entry costs and the freedom to only pay for the features your farm actually needs.

What’s Included?

With a single hardware kit purchase, you get:

  1. G5 or G5Plus Universal Display – More screen space, faster processing, and access to advanced features.
  2. StarFire™ 7500 Universal Receiver – Delivers up to 2.5 cm accuracy with SF-RTK signal.
  3. Choice of M or R JDLink™ Modem – Stay connected with 24/7 machine monitoring and remote support.

This bundle outfits your fleet with the most advanced tools John Deere offers — all in one package.

Flexible License Options

After purchasing the hardware, you choose the software license that suits your operation. Options include:

  1. AutoTrac™ 2-Year License – Provides AutoTrac™ (SF1) for two years, renewable annually.
  2. Essentials License – Includes AutoTrac™, Section Control, and RowSense™ for one year.
  3. Essentials + SF-RTK License – Adds high-accuracy SF-RTK signals.
  4. Advanced License + SF-RTK – Full-featured package including AutoTrac Implement Guidance (Passive), AutoTrac Turn Automation, AutoPath™, Machine Sync, In-Field Data Sharing and SF-RTK.

Note: G5/G5Plus displays in this program require a renewable license. Permanent licenses cannot be added.

Who is This Kit For?

This Kit is designed for farmers who:

  • Are using older displays like the GreenStar™ 3 2630.
  • Still rely on manual data transfers to John Deere Operations Center™.
  • Want to move from StarFire 3000/6000 to SF-RTK.
  • Have legacy John Deere or mixed-fleet equipment.
  • Prefer annual payments for better cash flow.
  • Are competitive technology or equipment users who want the best performance out of their machines.

In short, it’s for farmers ready to move forward — but who’ve been held back by cost.

Why This Matters for Farmers

Here’s how Precision Essentials helps you:

  • Lower upfront investment to access the latest tech
  • Smarter decision-making with real-time data and automation
  • Faster upgrades thanks to renewable software licenses
  • Tailored technology — only pay for the features each machine needs
  • Always up to date with regular hardware and software updates

Precision Essentials makes adopting advanced agricultural tools easier and more cost-effective, helping farmers stay competitive and efficient.

Precision Essentials: More Accuracy. More Control. More Savings.

The Precision Essentials Kit makes it easier than ever to bring John Deere’s latest tech onto your farm – without the heavy price tag. It’s a smart step forward for farmers who want more accuracy, more control, and better results in the field.

For full details, contact your nearest AFGRI Equipment branch and get the tools that work as hard as you do.

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