John Deere introduces retrofittable GPS systems for classic models

Thrifty farmers looking for a cost-effective solution to update and enhance the technology on older tractors may wish to consider John Deere’s latest retrofittable GPS package

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John Deere claims its latest precision agriculture package offers a cost-effective retrofit solution for older tractors and mixed brands
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John Deere claims its latest precision agriculture package offers a cost-effective retrofit solution for older tractors and mixed brands

Retrofittable GPS units are no new product, with many self-propelled sprayers and older tractors still using universal lightbar systems. John Deere's latest retrofittable package looks to take on some...

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