In 2026, rising input costs, labor pressures, and the push for higher productivity mean every pass across the field needs to count. Ag Leader continues to be one of the most trusted names in precision ag—offering tools that help farmers reduce waste, improve accuracy, and simplify operations year‑round. Whether you're planting, spraying, harvesting, or managing data, Ag Leader’s ecosystem is built to make your farm run smoother.
Below are the seven best ways to boost efficiency on your farm using Ag Leader tech in 2026.
1. Upgrade to InCommand GO® Displays for Better Visibility & Control
Ag Leader’s new InCommand GO displays provide enhanced real‑time monitoring so you can view critical field maps without losing sight of operating information. This boosts in‑cab decision‑making and reduces operator error.
Because these displays serve as the central hub for planting, application, and harvest, growers gain efficiency by managing everything from one intuitive interface
2. Reduce Input Waste with Section Control & Smarter Application Tools
With tools like AutoSwath® and precision nozzle control such as RightSpot®, farmers can eliminate costly overlap in oddly shaped fields, saving on seed, fertilizer, and chemicals.
Even small improvements in over‑application prevent wasted inputs and directly increase ROI, especially in tight-margin years like 2026.
3. Increase Pass‑to‑Pass Accuracy with SteerCommand® Z2
Accurate guidance means less overlap, fewer skips, and more efficient use of fuel and labor.
Ag Leader’s SteerCommand Z2 delivers repeatable, high‑accuracy steering across seasons, protecting every pass and reducing operator fatigue.
Better accuracy = better stands, better timing, and more uniform input placement.
4. Improve Planting Quality and Speed with SureSpeed®
Seed is one of the largest cash outlays each year. SureSpeed® ensures accurate spacing and depth—even at high planting speeds—reducing the risk of uneven emergence or replanting.
Consistent emergence is one of the biggest contributors to yield potential, making SureSpeed a high‑impact upgrade for 2026.
5. Eliminate Implement Drift With the New RightPath™ Implement Steering
One of Ag Leader’s biggest innovations heading into 2026 is RightPath™, a passive implement steering system designed to keep trailed implements exactly on the guidance line—even in uneven terrain or curves.
RightPath ensures:
- More precise seed and nutrient placement
- Consistent guess rows
- Less crop damage in later passes
It works with Ag Leader’s newest displays and steering systems, giving farmers highly accurate implement‑level control where it matters most.
6. Use AgFiniti® for Smarter Data Management Across Your Operation
AgFiniti now allows farmers to import, manage, compare, and export guidance lines directly from a phone—no extra software needed.
This update delivers:
- Better guidance‑line organization
- Faster troubleshooting
- Seamless data flow between displays, dealers, and phones
The ability to visualize lines alongside planting, spraying, harvest, and other field data makes whole‑farm decision‑making more efficient.
7. Keep All Systems Updated for Maximum Accuracy & Compatibility
Ag Leader frequently releases firmware updates that improve GPS accuracy, data organization, UI speed, and hardware compatibility. Keeping systems updated reduces downtime, prevents performance issues, and ensures smooth operation across all devices.
This is especially critical for 2026 as the U.S. transitions to a new GPS datum, requiring farmers to re‑capture some guidance lines for accuracy.
Ag Leader’s strength has always been its ability to deliver practical, user‑friendly solutions that work with mixed equipment fleets. The tools above—not just individually, but as an integrated system—can dramatically enhance farm efficiency in 2026.
Whether you’re trying to cut costs, simplify workflow, or push productivity on every acre, Ag Leader’s innovations make your operation more precise, connected, and future‑ready.