Welcome to TruTalk, brought to you by TRULAND Equipment. Join us as we explore cutting-edge machinery, groundbreaking technology, and inspirational stories from the field. From the dedicated efforts of our team members to the triumphs and challenges of our farmers, TruTalk brings you along every step of the way. Whether you’re a seasoned agriculturalist or simply curious about the industry, tune in to discover the fascinating intersection of technology, agriculture, and green machines. TruTalk: Cultivating TRU conversations.
Ground conditions, ground contact, ground rules. Our agronomy chats are back for the season, and this is a big one! Join the great downforce debate (well, more of a conversation) as TRULAND Agronomist Josh Howard breaks down the residual impacts of incorrect planter settings and what we should be looking for when setting our planters.
Are setup files no longer fitting your documentation needs? Do you hvae lingering questions about AutoPath before we start Plant 25? Would you like your tillage operator to run AutoPath Boundaries? Tune in to hear more about all the easy-to-adopt tech offerings before we kick off planting!
Don't miss the debut of the TRULAND Operational Training Library! Join us as we discuss the newest TRULAND venture, our very own web video series. Content tailored to your planter and your needs in the palm of your hand...does it get better than that? Press play on the latest TRUTALK episode to learn more!
Brian and Mason Salomon of Salomon Farms joins the TRUTALK Team to discuss the newest addition to their organization - an autonomous tractor. Have they always gravitated towards technology? What have they been doing to prepare? What decisions played a role in this new venture? Answers to the most popular questions surrounding autonomy answered by the people that have taken the leap. Tune in and drop any additional autonomy questions you have in the comments!
When your tractors down, and you're in the field, who you gonna call? Call center! Join Jolynn Nissen, CST Coordinator, and theTRUTALK hosts as we discuss ExpertConnect and our 24/7 customer call center that extends to Integrated Solutions, Parts, Service, and more. Tune in for some great info, fun surprises, and most importantly the customer support phone number!TRULAND call support:260-296-2391Line 1 : In-Field Operational SupportLine 2 : SPFH & Commerical HayLine 3 : Diagnostic AssistanceLine 4 : Ops Center & Subscriptions
TikTok star and John Deere's Chief Tractor Kid (CTK) Jackson (@JustAJacksonThing) joins us to talk about...wait for it...tractors, among other things. We discuss what tractors and lawn mowers he has around his farm, his future plans, and you may even leave with a few new nuggets of information about tractors.
The legendary Chad Lantz, Aftermarket Customer Support Technician, joins us to give us an insider's perspective and rundown on receivers during his 35 years with the dealership. Tune in to hear how WAAS has evolved, some history fun facts, the true accuracy of SF-RTK, TRULAND's base station plans, and more in this episode the history buffs and visionaries won't want to miss.
In this festive episode, we're joined by Stephen Schwartz, Agronomic Value Lead with John Deere, to illuminate the world of agronomic research. Join us as we take insights brighter than Stephen's Christmas lights and explore what we learned from our Local Economic and Agronomic Decision (LEAD) trials this season. Tune in and let your agronomic curiosity shine!
Chaela Taylor, Product and Systems Specialist with John Deere, joins the TRULAND crew, Josh, Jordan, and Courtney, to recap the S7 demo season. We give you the rundown on all the demo performance metrics - from harvest automation to Ops Center and everything in between. Whether you will be running one in a few months or prefer the 1/64 scale, you don't want to miss learning everything you can about the reimagined S7 Series.
In the episode that has been described as the Island of Misfit Software Programs, we walk through TRULAND's boundary mapping program, the Harvest Profit platform, and AutoPath boundaries to show how every piece of the software puzzle has a place on your farm. This is one full episode you won't want to miss! If you are interested in attending our virtual post-harvest Operations Center webinar, click here to register!
Regional Agronomist, Josh Howard, takes over the podcast to walk us through the current state of crops, fertility, market conditions, and even a little tillage! Check it out to hear more about what is (and what should be) on your mind while you are in the cab this season!
There isn't any demolition, but there is plenty of demoing in our latest episode. Joe Webken is back to give us the run down on See and Spray performance for the growing season and break down the S7 combine demos occurring throughout TRULAND territory this fall. Take advantage of your windshield time and tune in for some entertainment, sprayer and combine knowledge, or to simply attempt to stay up-to-date with the precision ag team.
Marty Catron, Parts Operations Manager, guest stars in this one-of-a-kind parts special episode. With over 30 years of experience with John Deere Parts, we take a look back at how the dealership, inventory, and equipment has changed over the years. As an added bonus, Marty brings some local Cold War fun facts to an already insightful conversation. Check it out now!
Josh Howard, Regional Agronomist, recaps the growing season in this special release episode. Before we get caught up looking ahead to harvest, let's take time to look back at what the 2024 growing season has brought us. Listen for opinions and answers to some of your burning agronomy questions in the latest episode!
Matt Lefeld is not only a Service Manager, but also a wealth of knowledge and experience. He joins us today to give a rundown of the combine prep and maintenance necessary to keep downtime at bay. Also included are some thoughts on in-season settings and crop condition outlooks. If you missed TRULAND's combine clinics, you can't miss this episode!
Join Dealership Experience Intern, Karie Taylor, one last time to hear her insider information on TRULAND, our internship program, and most importantly, what she learned this summer! If you are interested in future internships opportunities, curious about our dealership, or simply love TRUTALK, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Have you ever seen a combine look-alike in a green corn field or heard raised an eyebrow at the "SPFH" option on the customer support line? Then this is the episode for you! Nelson Knobloch, Product and Systems Specialist for John Deere, and Tyler Woodbury, Customer Support Technician with TRULAND, join the episode to talk more about the niche market they serve every day. Tune in to hear how these mighty machines turn big grass into small grass!
Our first guest customer episode features Justin Coomer debriefing his experiences with our 616R and See & Spray Technology! Join TRUTALK hosts as they chat with Justin, Account Manager Nick Fidler, and IS Team Member and Demo Lead Joe Webken.
Brian Spangler, Regional Sales Manager, helps us see the "TRU" picture of sales in the latest episode of TRUTALK. We hear what drives our business, sales, and team members to continue showing up for our customers. As an added bonus, Josh gives an agronomic update for our territory, including what to watch for until our next episode!
Karie Taylor, Dealership Experience Intern, has the opportunity to host an episode with our usual hosts, Josh Howard, Jordan Schuler, and Courtney Fox, guest starring. Join us as we walk through automation features including AutoPath, Implement Guidance, In-Field Data Sharing, Machine Sync, and AutoTrac Turn Automation in our latest episode! Have questions for TRULAND or want to hear a topic covered? Send us an email at trutalkpodcast@trulandequip.com!
Tune in to our latest episode of TRUTALK to hear from Keith Felton, Connected Support Manager, as we discuss the John Deere Technician Program! Discover how to become a skilled technician through our industry-leading training, hands-on experience, and a pathway to a rewarding career. Whether you're a new grad or considering a career switch, or are simply curious about the program, this episode is for you. Learn about your field of opportunity with TRULAND now!
Justin Klingler, Ag Account Manager, and Andy Drerup, Director of Precision Ag, join us as we shed light on TRULAND equipment demonstrations. Learn more about the behind-the-scenes process of coordinating, transporting and supporting our demo machines.
Today we are breaking down the advantages of TRULAND's phone support offerings with Andy Drerup, Director of Precision Ag, and Jolynn Nissen, Customer Support Technician. Join us to unpack the new customer tool and hear a pre-plant agronomic update.
Welcome to TRULAND Equipment's newest adventure, TRUTALK. Meet our hosts as we lay the foundation for your new favorite podcast while simultaneously helping you dive deeper into us, technology, and agronomy!