The 2022 LaserWeeder features 30 industrial CO2 lasers, more than 3X the lasers compared to Carbon Robotics' previous model. Growers who use Carbon Robotics’ implements are seeing up to 80% savings in weed management costs, with a break-even period of 2-3 years.

The row unit for the air drill features a parallel-link design provides a more stable "ride" for the row unit as it moves through the field, offering more precise seed placement, says Trent Nowasad, seeding equipment marketing manager. A variable down-pressure spring holds each row unit in contact with the ground, while the forward-facing seed tube is designed to minimize bounce. And a new closing system allows angle adjustments to help match soil conditions.

The new 2150S Early Riser front-fold trailing planter addition brings narrow row choices to the 2000 series line. This addition of machines offers farmers a range of configurations including 23, 24, 31 or 32 rows with 15-inch spacing, or 24 rows with 20-inch spacing.

Precision Planting moves into the sprayer market with new boom priming technology, nozzle control for pressure changes and a camera system that can be used for guidance on the sprayer, targeted spraying and scouting.