Comparing Field Guidance Systems: Raven vs. Ag Leader

It's no secret that field guidance and GPS systems have taken precision agriculture to a whole new level. When harvest season comes around, accuracy results in higher yields and lower costs. With these compact tractor computers, farmers can simplify and streamline their day-to-day tasks. 

Using satellites, sensors, and GPS systems, these consoles display data about crops, pests, soil, weather, and more. Farmers can then make decisions regarding the best soil moisture, where the seeds should be planted, when to irrigate them, and how much fertilizer should be applied. You can spend more time in the field, and less time stressing and crunching numbers.

Barndoor Ag offers a wide selection of quality field consoles from top brands like Raven Industries and Ag Leader. Most systems include sprayer application control, yield monitoring, and more. However, it's crucial to review all features and find the best fit for your farm.

Guidance Systems from Raven Industries

Raven Industries’ field systems are lightweight, affordable, and user-friendly. We carry more than 200 Raven products, so you can find all the right tools to enhance your precision in the field.

Our customers recommend Raven’s CR7 line. CR7s are portable and powerful, with a 7” touchscreen display and 16 GB storage. With Raven GPS guidance systems, you get a simple, customizable widget layout, multiple language options, and map navigation. Guidance patterns include Straight A-B, A plus heading, pivot, contour, and last pass.

CR7s are compatible with Slingshot, an advanced data collection, organization and reporting tool. With Slingshot, users can access Raven’s experts for live, remote support.

Farmer Favorites from Raven:

Raven Precision CR7 Field Computer w/500S GPS Smart Antenna (117-2295-001)

Notable Features:

• 7” screen
• External GPS
• ISO Universal Terminal and Task Controller capabilities with UT Unlock. UT Unlock is not included

Raven Product Compatibilities: Slingshot, AccuBoom, SmarTrax, serial control consoles, external light

Raven Precision CR7 Field Computer with 500S GPS (117-2295-001UN)

Notable Features:

• 7” screen
• External GPS
• ISO Universal Terminal included

Raven Product Compatibilities: Slingshot, AccuBoom, SmarTrax, serial control consoles, external light

Explore and shop more Raven Industries’ consoles, including the Viper 4, at Barndoor Ag.

InCommand Systems from Ag Leader

For more than 25 years, Ag Leader has been producing innovative, efficient precision ag equipment. Barndoor Ag customers report Ag Leader In Command field computers are very user-friendly and offer features for all your farming needs.

While soil moisture, weather, and other factors can affect your yields, Ag Leader gives you back the control. Their consoles offer application control, so you can review variable rates and specific droplet sizes. With wireless connectivity and live row mapping and stats, you can visually see your progress during the job. Their computers can also easily identify skips, doubles, singulations, and more when it comes to crop management.

Farmer Favorites from Ag Leader:

Ag Leader Display Bundle InCommand 800 & GPS 7000 (4200613)

Notable Features:

• 12" display screen
• Satellite imagery
• ISO Universal Terminal
• Split screen capabilities
• Up to 8 product controls

Ag Leader’s catalog makes it easy to compare their systems. You can discover more Ag Leader InCommand consoles and GPS systems at Barndoor Ag.

Barndoor Ag knows you work hard all year long, every year to reach your maximum yield. Investing in a field guidance system can alleviate the stress and increase your bottom line.

Whether you decide to go with Ag Leader or Raven Industries, an entry-level system or an advanced, Barndoor Ag is your one-stop shop for all your ag precision needs.

As always, our team of experts are here to help you make the best choice. Call (660) 886-9570 or email our Help Center today.