The HarvestLab™ 3000 sensor can be used for the following four different applications:

Grain Sensing on John Deere combines
Moisture and constituents sensing on John Deere self-propelled forage harvesters (SPFH)
Stationary use with a turntable
Manure Sensing on slurry applicators

Grain Sensing on John Deere combines

HarvestLab 3000 on a combine

The latest use case of the HarvestLab 3000 is on John Deere combines where it enables high quality readings of constituents like protein, starch and oil in grain. The measurements are documented on the Gen 4/G5 display and automatically synced with the Operations Center using JDLink. Grain Sensing helps farmers improve the nutrient management, production and marketing of their grain.

Real-time constituent measurements during grain harvest
Improved production of grains through nutrient management, variety selection and validation of machine performance
Greater profitability per bushel through informed marketing of grains: know your protein, get paid for your protein

Moisture and Constituent Sensing on John Deere SPFHs

HarvestLab 3000 on an SPFH

The HarvestLab 3000 sensor enables an accurate measurement and documentation of dry matter and constituents*, like starch and protein, for different crop types. For better fertilization planning in the next season, operators can use the HarvestLab 3000 sensor to determine and document the nutrient level which was taken off the field during harvest. It also helps to achieve higher quality forage by enabling automatic length-of–cut adjustments on-the-go to ensure optimal bunker compaction and conservation. In addition, the smart use of additives ultimately leads to higher milk yields and more efficient use of feed.

Yield measurements and documentation during harvesting
Moisture, dry matter, and constituent* (like protein, starch, fiber, neutral detergent fiber, acid detergent fiber, ash and sugar) analysis on-the-go
Biogas producers or livestock farmers get accurate information on the actual crop they buy
Inoculant dosing based on current dry matter level
Automatic length-of-cut adjustment on-the-go based on current dry matter level

*NOTE: Constituent measurements are only available with an additional purchased grass or corn calibration. The measured constituents, like protein and starch, depend on the purchased calibration.

Stationary use with a turntable

HarvestLab 3000 equipped with the stationary kit (turntable, glass bowl and ethernet cable) and connected to a computer

HarvestLab 3000 equipped with the stationary kit (turntable, glass bowl and ethernet cable) and connected to a computer

The HarvestLab 3000 sensor and stationary kit can provide time and cost savings with use in the barn, field office, or anywhere feed analysis is needed. For example, the components of a total mix ratio (TMR) can be measured every day to ensure the correct mix ration to achieve maximum milk yield.

Monitors silage quality all year long
Supports daily feed ration calculation
Moisture, dry matter, and constituent* (like protein, starch, fiber, neutral detergent fiber, acid detergent fiber, ash, and sugar) analysis within two minutes

Measured data can also be downloaded from the HarvestLab 3000 sensor and saved to a computer for record-keeping purposes or to share.

*NOTE: Constituent measurements are only available with an additional purchased grass or corn calibration. The measured constituents, like protein and starch, depend on the purchased calibration.

Manure Sensing on slurry applicators

HarvestLab 3000 sensor mounted on a manure tanker

HarvestLab 3000 sensor mounted on a manure tanker

The HarvestLab 3000 sensor allows precise application of liquid organic fertilizer based on target and limit rate. This eliminates over fertilization (causing laid crops) and under fertilization (causing low yields). The system allows calculation of precise prescription maps to fill nutrient levels to the desired target, meaning the producer pays for quality not for quantity. Additionally, it helps to properly determine and document the applied nutrient levels to comply with legal regulations and cross compliance.

John Deere Manure Sensing enables real-time constituent measurements in liquid organic fertilizers (hog, cattle, biogas)
Automated and site-specific nutrient application and documentation
Dry matter, nitrogen, ammonium, phosphorus, and potassium

Further information can be found in the John Deere Manure Sensing Sales Manual.

NOTE: John Deere Manure Sensing is available in selected countries.

John Deere HarvestLab™ 3000 for S700 Series Combines