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John Deere & Spudnik Collaborate on Electric Tractor Tech for Potato Farming


By Ayushi GuptaUpdated On: 13-Feb-24 01:02 PM
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John Deere and Spudnik join forces to introduce electric tractor technology for potato farming, promising improved efficiency and sustainability in agriculture.

Spudnik, a specialist in potato farming equipment, has successfully tested this technology on their potato separators. By powering fans with electric motors, they can maintain consistent airflow, which is crucial for separating roots and tubers from dirt clods and stones during harvesting.

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John Deere is advancing in the field of electric tractor technology. They have launched an Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) on their bigger tractor models, which replaces traditional mechanical transmissions with electric motors. They are also working with Spudnik, a potato farming equipment specialist, to apply this technology to potato and root crop farming.

The EVT has many benefits, such as improved efficiency, unlimited speed control, lower maintenance costs, and better torque delivery to the wheels. One benefit that is often overlooked, as pointed out by agricultural experts, is the possibility of off-boarding. This means using the electrical power source to run implements and replacing heavy and complicated mechanical systems with lighter and more efficient electric motors.

Spudnik has tested this technology successfully on their potato separators. By using electric motors to power fans, they can keep consistent airflow, which is important for separating roots and tubers from dirt clods and stones during harvesting. This innovation solves a common problem that mechanical harvesters face, ensuring dependable performance regardless of tractor speed or load changes.

The partnership between John Deere and Spudnik marks a new era in agricultural machinery. By using electric power, farmers can improve traction, prevent machinery from getting stuck in bad conditions, and even make smaller tractors pull larger implements effectively.

Ryan Jardon, marketing manager for John Deere, highlights the versatility of the EVT, which allows electric power generation of up to 100kW. This electricity can be used to run various implement functions, such as fan drives and hydraulic pumps, or to help the tractor by running implement axles. Similar technology is already used in construction equipment, showing its reliability and effectiveness.

For potato farmers, electrification offers a big advantage in root crop harvesting. Consistent airflow is vital for separating roots and tubers efficiently, and electrically driven fans ensure steady performance without depending on varying engine speeds or mechanical connections.

Spudnik has tested this technology with positive results, showing its potential to transform potato farming practices. While the rollout to other regions like Idaho is pending, the success of these trials shows promising prospects for widespread adoption.

In the wider context, John Deere's focus on electric tractor technology shows a strategic approach to innovation. Recognizing the reluctance among traditional farmers towards fully electric solutions, they have developed the EVT as a transitional step. This hybrid approach offers the benefits of electric operation while keeping familiar diesel-powered features, easing the transition for existing customers.

As the agriculture industry evolves, the EVT represents a practical solution that removes the gap between conventional and electric farming equipment. While battery-powered solutions may become economically viable in the future, technologies like the EVT lay the foundation for broader electrification efforts, highlighting the practical advantages of electric power without causing controversy.

In summary, the collaboration between John Deere and Spudnik shows the industry's commitment to innovation and sustainability, paving the way for a more efficient and environmentally friendly future in agriculture.

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