John Deere’s Weave Automation Streamlines Baling

John Deere has launched weave automation for select round balers to speed up the baling process.

Deere previously introduced gate and speed automation, bringing the tractor to a stop when the bale is completed. With weave automation, operators place the windrow between the front tires of the tractor and let the baler take over. 

“Gone are the days where operators must weave a tractor during the baling process to ensure quality bale shape while not driving over windrows,” said Kaylene Ballesteros, John Deere go-to-market manager for hay and forage equipment. “Weave automation allows the baler to align with the tractor’s movements to effectively cover windrows of varying shapes and sizes.”

The weaving hitch system allows a 38° swing from left to right, and is designed to minimize the contamination of debris from other windrows. The added maneuverability also allows the machine to place bales in a way that reduces risk of movement on uneven terrain or hills. 

“To some, the traditional baling process can be frustrating due to the weaving needed to ensure a quality bale,” Ballesteros said. “Weave automation mitigates the need for manual correction and is an easy-to-use feature that provides consistent quality bales, no matter the operator’s expertise level.”

For more information about weave automation and John Deere’s lineup of round balers, visit deere.com.