RDO Equipment Co.

Colder weather is on the horizon, whether we're ready for it or not. How can you make sure your operation and your equipment are prepared before those temperatures dip down? Allen C., one of RDO's product specialist managers, has the 5?? key steps to make sure you're prepared as the season rolls in.

Our customers in Utah are powering through rugged terrain and shaping the world around us, one mountainous backdrop at a time. ?? And speaking of backdrops, before long, these mountains will color the horizon of a 1 million-square-foot building complete with its own powerplant and supplies of natural gas and water. ??: Jared B., Sales Professional, Salt Lake City, UT

For many, a dropped Wi-Fi signal is just an annoyance. But for farmers who rely on mobile technology, it’s more than an inconvenience. With the growing population and challenges like labor shortages, weather variability and tight time windows, there’s no room for dropped signals. That’s why leveraging technology enabled by connectivity is crucial for farming operations. Read more as John Deere’s Chief Technology Officer, Jahmy Hindman, discusses the importance of connected machines for the future of farming.

With over 15 years of experience as a field service technician, Jeff W., one of RDO Equipment Co.’s talented machine inspectors, shows up every day with a strong eye for detail, making sure nothing is overlooked in his inspections. On this episode of The Track, host Dennis Howard and Jeff discuss the equipment inspection procedure and share tips on extending your machine’s lifespan for maximum value. Jeff explains that his goal in every inspection is to provide accurate, transparent assessments, leaving no unrealistic expectations for the customer or RDO. Watch to learn more about the process and how you can set yourself and your equipment up for success prior to scheduling an inspection. ??

There’s no doubt that construction jobs are on the rise, and as we head into 2025, this trend will continue. But with challenges like an uncertain economy and high costs wherever you look, what does this mean for contractors? Here are 5?? lessons they can learn to complete more jobs in fewer production hours, resulting in lower fuel, equipment and labor costs. Dennis Howard tells readers more here. ??

Did you know there are over 18,000 parts on a combine? That’s 18,000 individual parts, each playing a crucial role in getting the job done every time. ?? And if one of those needs replacing, our parts specialists are some of the best detectives, ready to dig in and find a solution. Because you know who else plays a crucial role in our world? You. Just like your equipment, you can rely on us to show up with the same energy, ready to help when you need it.

Getting more done in less time — it's something we all dream of, especially in the field. Lucky for us, John Deere had the same goal in mind when creating and redesigning some of their latest tillage tools. In this episode of the Agriculture Technology podcast, Tyler Z., tillage technology product manager at RDO, joins Tony to introduce Deere's first coulter chisel tillage implement, the CC Series, as well as the redesigned Minimum Tillage (MT) series. Tyler walks through the highlights, differences, benefits and more of both the CC Series and the MT Series. Listen here. ??

As a farmer, long hours, unpredictable weather and ever-shifting markets serve as the background for daily decisions in the field, all aimed simply at making your operation the best it can be. It can be challenging, stressful and exhausting, but there are tools out there that can help. This National Farm Safety and Health Week, Erin H., RDO Agronomist, offers advice on the agriculture technology ingredients any grower can choose from to perfect a recipe of health and mental well-being. To all you growers out there, this week and every other, take time to take care of yourself.

Meet Emma. Like many at RDO, she is a problem solver eager to put her skills to work and help customers and team members alike reach their goals. "I love the culture here," she says. "It’s the dedication and passion that everyone brings to their roles, the dynamic field team I have the privilege to support and the satisfaction of providing our customers with solutions they take pride in." We're lucky to have Emma on the team — the passion she has for the work she does is evident every day. #NationalConstructionAppreciationWeek

With 515 years of combined experience, the RDO trucking department team continues to rack up impressive statistics behind the wheel. They hauled over 25,000 pieces of equipment and covered more than 2.6 million miles in one year. That’s equal to driving around the equator 105 times or making the trip to the moon and back 5.5 times. "I'm proud of the way everyone works together to make things that seem impossible happen. Our dispatchers and drivers routinely go above and beyond, working long hours to do everything they can to ensure they keep our customers working," says Director of Heavy Equipment Transport, Erin A. We’re lucky to have this team helping to deliver solutions not only this week, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, but every week.