Friday August 15 Ag News - Pillen on Gov Summit - Prep for Corn Silage - Ag Land update - Iowa Environmental Leaders recognized - Red Meat and Obesity - and More!

 Gov. Pillen Hosts ‘Growing Nebraska’ Summit, Inaugural Youth Summit in Kearney

Governor Jim Pillen welcomed more than 900 participants to Kearney this week for the 2025 Governor’s Summit: Growing Nebraska and the first-ever Governor’s Youth Summit.

The annual Governor’s Summit, co-hosted by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), convenes the state’s economic development community to discuss shared strategies to grow Nebraska. This year’s event featured breakout tracks on manufacturing, workforce development, agriculture and the emerging bioeconomy.

The inaugural Youth Summit facilitated one-on-one interactions between high school students and business, college, and military leaders. Throughout the day, employers and educators presented student attendees with internship, scholarship, and job offers in Nebraska.

“Our state’s family farms and multi-generational manufacturers can compete with anybody, anywhere,” said Gov. Pillen. “Today was all about connecting youth to the great careers being created by our homegrown businesses. The message to our kids is clear: you can achieve your dreams here in the Good Life.”

Husker football coach Matt Rhule kicked off Thursday’s activities with keynote remarks. He was then joined by current Cornhuskers—and Nebraska natives—Derek Branch (Lincoln), Heinrich Haarberg (Kearney), Carter Nelson (Ainsworth), and Luke Lindenmeyer (Papillion) for a special session of the Youth Summit. Speaking to student attendees, the Husker players shared why they’ve chosen to spend their college careers in Nebraska.

Gov. Pillen moderated a lunchtime panel of state agency directors. The panelists spotlighted system improvements within state government that are resulting in better outcomes and savings for Nebraskans. The lunch session also featured guest speaker Stephen Vaden, deputy secretary of USDA. He provided an update on the Trump Administration’s work to advance American agriculture and grow the ag economy.

The Governor’s Summit concluded with an afternoon plenary session headlined by Eric Gehringer, Executive VP of Operations for Union Pacific (UP). He highlighted the company’s work to become America’s first transcontinental railroad and detailed UP’s commitment to Nebraska, which dates back more than 160 years.

At the conclusion of the event, CareerPathway.com, primary sponsor of the Governor’s Youth Summit, reported metrics from the inaugural event. During Thursday, students made 918 connections with employers/educators and submitted more than 250 scholarship, internship, and job applications.



 NEBRASKA VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC CENTER RECEIVES GOVERNOR’S AWARD

The Nebraska Veterinary Diagnostic Center has received the Governor’s Excellence in Ag Partnership Award for its scientific excellence and support of Nebraska agricultural stakeholders. Gov. Jim Pillen presented the award at the 2025 Governor’s Summit in Kearney on Aug. 13.

“Family farm security equals food security, which equals national security. Having the ability to detect, research and address animal disease is paramount,” Pillen said. “The Veterinary Diagnostic Center at UNL is critical to that work, and it’s a privilege to highlight the role it plays in keeping our food supply safe.”

Part of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, the diagnostic center provides “a scientific and technical anchor” for the university’s veterinary education and disease diagnostics, as well as research support.

The center also supports all Nebraska citizens by enhancing the supply of available safe and secure food, and by improving the health of people and animals, said Scott McVey, professor and director of the School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

At 65,000 square feet, the laboratory annually analyzes 300,000 samples to monitor for common animal diseases, as well as high-consequence threats such as avian influenza. The lab’s work also supports high-level veterinary and disease research.

“The laboratory provides daily support for practicing veterinarians and the many clients it serves,” McVey said.

Through diagnostic testing and case summaries, the center provides prompt and expert reports for Nebraska veterinarians and helps them connect with resources for disease response and future prevention.

Through the work of faculty and staff, the diagnostic center is a central resource for the university’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and “has provided excellent and efficient service for the state and veterinarians,” McVey said.

“It is especially noteworthy that the laboratory is a critical resource for Nebraska in managing emerging diseases of agricultural and public health significance,” he said.

The laboratory’s diagnostic testing has proved vital in detection of animal diseases including avian influenza and rabies.

Providing timely test results within hours to veterinarians and other stakeholders is a priority.

“For a lot of these diseases, every hour is an opportunity for it to spread or for more mortality to occur,” said Dustin Loy, the center’s director and professor of veterinary microbiology.

The center honed that capacity during the COVID crisis of 2020-21, when the facility scaled up to handle the heavy volume of campus community samples to test for SARS-COV-2 and deliver results promptly.

The lab’s continuing partnerships with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Animal Health Laboratory Network enable scientists and technicians to receive the highest levels of training in cutting-edge diagnostic techniques to rapidly deliver results so that outbreaks can be rapidly controlled and markets restored.

“Minimizing that delay is something we work on, so we do a lot of drills,” Loy said. “We want to make sure we’re constantly ready.”

The facility is Nebraska's only veterinary diagnostic lab accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians. The USDA leverages many of the lab’s services through the diagnostic center’s partnership as a Level 1 National Animal Health Laboratory Network member. Scientists working in the lab have expertise in disciplines including bacteriology, histology and immunohistochemistry, pathology, molecular diagnostics, serology and virology.

“We would like to thank Gov. Jim Pillen and the State of Nebraska for this award,” McVey said. “It truly recognizes the outstanding dedicated staff and faculty that deliver excellent diagnostic service and work daily to ensure the health and safety of Nebraska’s food, animals and people.”



Inoculants for Corn Silage
Ben Beckman, NE Extension Educator 

Corn silage harvest success rests on proper harvest, packing, and storage practices. When we need a boost, adding an inoculant at harvest time can help improve fermentation and storage, but we need to know what products to use to get the best result.

Silage inoculants are simply bacterial cultures that help manage pH in the pile by converting sugars to acids which reduce molds, fungi, and unwanted bacteria such as clostridia.

When selecting an inoculant, the first step is deciding if up-front fermentation or pile stability are needed, or maybe both. Up front fermentation helps if most of our issues center around harvest and packing. If problems are more centered on storage and feed out, stability is where we should spend our money. Sometimes, a mix of both is needed.

Inoculants primarily reduce storage losses. Silages that contain homolactic acid bacteria such as Lactobacillus plantarum help fermentation start and end quicker by dropping the pH fast. This allows more silage to remain for feeding. Other inoculants, like heterolactic acid bacteria Lactobacillius buchneri, can improve aerobic stability by reducing spoilage losses when silage is re-exposed to air. These bacteria are especially useful at reducing spoilage on the face of bunker silos if the face is too wide to keep fresh or if producers take out several days’ worth of feed from the pile at one time.

The purpose of inoculants is not to fix a train wreck or improve a perfect silage year, but they can help when things aren’t ideal. Inoculants can be used as an insurance policy to reduce the risk of spoilage and maintain quality.



Agriculture Land Market Remains Resilient Amid Economic Uncertainty
 
Despite ongoing challenges in commodity markets and uncertain farm profitability, agricultural land values have remained remarkably stable through mid-2025, according to Farmers National Company. This resilience is mainly driven by the basic economic principle of supply and demand; there are simply more motivated buyers than willing sellers. 
 
While producers remain the main buyers of ag land, interest from individual and institutional investors cannot be ignored, Farmers National Company noted. As land values stabilize after reaching peaks within the past five years, investors are increasingly attracted by both annual returns and long-term appreciation. According to Farm Credit Services of America, benchmark Midwest farmland values have increased 56.9% over the past five years and 38.3% over the past decade, reinforcing land’s appeal as a long-term asset. 
 
Inventory remains limited, with listings down 20–25 percent from the peak in 2020–2021. Many long-term landowners are choosing to hold onto their properties, recognizing the stability and value appreciation land offers compared to more volatile investments. 
 
According to Paul Schadegg, Senior Vice President of Real Estate at Farmers National Company, farm profitability will be a key factor affecting land values in the future.  
 
“The USDA forecasts 2025 net farm income to be the lowest since 2020. This will likely influence producer purchasing power and investor returns, especially as input costs, commodity prices, and interest rates fluctuate,” says Schadegg. “While balance sheets generally remain strong, any negative movements in the ag economy could quickly impact the land market.” 
 
Geopolitical developments also influence the market. Trade policies, tariffs, and global unrest create uncertainty, impacting both domestic and international markets. While renegotiated trade agreements may present future opportunities, current tariffs could decrease demand for U.S. agricultural exports as other countries expand their production and infrastructure. 

Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa - Chanda Scheuring, Area Sales Manager
Land values in Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa have stayed fairly steady over the past couple of years, despite challenges from lower commodity prices and rising input costs. But the big question on everyone’s mind is whether this market can be sustained.

As the agricultural economy has less readily available cash than in previous years, some farmers are or already have started to feel pressure from their financial lenders. Discussions about tightening budgets and even selling a quarter of their land have been topics some local loan officers have suggested to a few of their clients.

Still, some top producers want to, and have the financial ability to, expand their operations over the coming year by buying more farmland. But that pool of buyers is shrinking. 

With the changing market, it’s important to partner with a local real estate professional to not only understand the current value of your farm property but also the best way to market it in a shifting economy. 
 
Looking into the second half of 2025, those with solid financial positions—both producers and investors—will be best equipped to pursue land purchase opportunities. During periods of volatility, Farmers National Company sees strong demand for real estate and management services as landowners seek answers in today’s market.    
 
Farmers National Company has successfully marketed more than $450 million in land value in the first half of 2025.  
 
“We have had a strong start to the year and will continue to adapt to the global elements that impact the land value market,” Schadegg says. 



Seven Farmer-Leaders Elected to Iowa Soybean Association Board of Directors

Seven farmers, including two incumbents, have been elected to the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) board of directors. The association’s 22 volunteer farmer directors represent the state’s nine crop reporting districts in overseeing the management and allocation of soybean checkoff and non-checkoff resources.

Newly elected farmers who will serve three-year terms on the board were: Josh Schoulte, Farmersburg (District 3); Joe Sperfslage, Coggon (District 6); Summer Ory, Earlham (District 8); Brian Fuller, Osceola (District 8); and Neil Krummen, Linn Grove (At-Large).

Re-elected to three-year terms on the board were: Marty Danzer, Carroll (District 4) and Dave Struthers, Collins (District 5).

“Whether as a voter, candidate or both, we thank Iowa soybean farmers for engaging in this important process,” said Brent Swart, ISA president and soybean farmer from Spencer. “As a farmer-led association, their participation contributes to the success and longevity of ISA and our industry.”

Directors are elected by Iowa soybean farmers in July and take office in September. Members vote for two farmers from their crop reporting district and vote for four at-large directors. The seven directors elected join 14 full-time soybean farmers in developing ISA’s policies and programs each year.

Those continuing their service as directors are: Paul Kassel, Spencer (District 1); Brent Swart, Spencer (District 1); Sam Showalter, Hampton (District 2); Mike Yegge, Lake Mills (District 2); Amanda Tupper, Ionia (District 3); Jeff Frank, Lake View (District 4); and Corey Goodhue, Carlisle (District 5).

Also: Matt Willimack, De Witt (District 6); Scot Bailey, Anita (District 7); Lee Brooke, Clarinda (District 7); Jeff Ellis, Donnellson (District 9); Tom Adam, Harper (District 9); Aimee Bissell, Bedford (At-Large); Jack Boyer, Reinbeck (At-Large); and Sharon Chism, Huxley (At-Large).



Iowa Soybean Assoc. hosts Summer Soy Series

The Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) invites you to join fellow farmers, industry experts and association leadership at ISA’s Summer Soy Series coming to a community near you!

The "Farm Futures" panel will explore key policy and trade issues shaping the future of Iowa soybean farming. Topics include global trade challenges, biofuels , state and federal policy developments and other timely challenges and opportunities facing growers.

Join us for expert insights and practical discussion on how these issues impact your operation. Scott Shellady, host of The Cow Guy Close on RFD-TV, will be joining and will serve as both keynote speaker and panelist at these events.

Register by August 15, 2025 to be entered for a chance to win one of five ISA branded coolers. Meeting attendees will be entered to win a selection of door prizes at each location.  Stops include:

Wednesday, August 27
Holstein: Cobblestone Inn & Suites (2011 Indorf Ave, Holstein, IA 51025)
10 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Atlantic: Cass County Community Building (805 W 10th St, Atlantic, IA 50022)
5:30 - 8:05 p.m.

This meeting is valued at $125. Registration is available to soybean farmers at no additional cost courtesy of their soybean checkoff. Registration cost for industry members to attend is $40. Register here:  https://www.iasoybeans.com/programs/summer-soy-series. 

For additional information or assistance, contact Bre Wagner at 515-669-7963 or bwagner@iasoybeans.com.



Monthly Dairy Webinar On September 12 To Focus on Immigration Enforcement For Iowa Livestock and Dairy Producers

The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team monthly webinar series continues on Friday, September 12 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. CDT. This program will be presented by Kristiana Coutu who will review common reasons federal immigration officials may contact an employer or arrive at the farm.

Kristiana Coutu is an attorney and CPA with the Center for Agricultural Taxation at Iowa State University. Agricultural employers are increasingly concerned about immigration enforcement and have questions about how it may directly impact their farm. This webinar will cover common reasons federal immigration officials may contact an employer or arrive at the farm, along with key compliance areas every agricultural employer should understand and have in place. The goal of this webinar is to provide practical, educational information to help producers know what to expect and how to prepare for potential interactions with immigration enforcement officials.

Kristiana focuses her work at the Center for Agricultural Taxation on researching and educating on current legal and tax issues impacting agriculture.  As director of the Beginning Farmer Center, Kristiana brings her passion and commitment to supporting new farmers and providing resources for farm succession planning. Kristiana enjoys interacting with producers and agricultural organizations across the country.  Before joining Iowa State University, Kristiana was a practicing agricultural attorney. She is also a fourth-generation dairy farmer and farmed full-time for many years. 

Producers, dairy consultants and industry reps are encouraged to attend the free webinar live from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 12 by registering at least one hour before the webinar at: https://go.iastate.edu/IMMIGRATIONISSUES

For more information contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Dairy Field Specialist in your area: in Northwest Iowa, Fred M. Hall, 712-737-4230 or fredhall@iastate.edu; in Northeast Iowa, Jennifer Bentley, 563-382-2949 or jbentley@iastate.edu; in East Central Iowa, Larry Tranel, 563-583-6496 or tranel@iastate.edu. 




Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards Presented to 40 Farm Families at the 2025 Iowa State Fair

Gov. Kim Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer, Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, and Department of Natural Resources Director Kayla Lyon today recognized 40 Iowa farm families with Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards at the 2025 Iowa State Fair. The award recognizes farmers and farm families who go above and beyond to take voluntary actions to improve and protect our state’s natural resources, including our soil and water, while serving as leaders within their communities.

These farm families implement practices like cover crops, wetlands, bioreactors, saturated buffers, grass waterways, buffer strips, terraces, no till and many other proven conservation practices that improve water quality, enhance soil health and support the goals of the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy. These worthy recipients recognize that the benefits of conservation practices extend beyond their farms, and their leadership encourages others to adopt similar conservation practices.

"Here in Iowa, we know that agriculture and conservation go hand in hand," said Gov. Reynolds. "Our farmers feed and fuel the world - and they also lead the way in protecting soil, improving our water quality, and adopting innovative practices that will keep our state striving for generations to come."

"Iowa’s farm families continue to be the driving force behind building a lasting culture of conservation within our state. Farmers are voluntarily adopting practices like cover crops, no till, buffer strips, wetlands, bioreactors and many more, and are helping us set conservation adoption records year after year,” said Secretary Naig. “The Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award winners are shining examples of community leaders who are taking action on their own land and inspiring others to do the same. This creates a ripple effect and helps drive conservation progress across Iowa."

"We take great pride in recognizing these leaders in our farming communities throughout our state who put sound conservation practices at the forefront of their operations,” said Director Lyon. “Their conservation practices are leading the change and setting an example for future generations and other farmers."   

The winners were chosen by a committee representing conservation and agricultural groups. A total of 861 Iowa farm families have been recognized since the creation of the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award in 2012. 

The 2025 award recipients include:
Ross Havens, Nichols Farms, Adair County
James and Jenny Adams, Buena Vista County
Ryan Bowman, Ryan and Kelsey Bowman Family, Carroll County
Bruce Husman and Cindy Husman, Husman Farms, Cherokee County
Chris Lee, Ida County
Terry Gleaves, Pottawattamie County
Wesley Henry, Pottawattamie County
Tom and Kaitlin Geake and John and Cathy Geake, Sac County

A list of previous recipients is available on the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s website. High-resolution photos will be available within one month of the ceremony on the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s Flickr page. 



New Research Finds Unprocessed Red Meat Has No Effect on Obesity and Related Diseases 

Recent Beef Checkoff-funded research adds to a growing body of evidence reinforcing the important role fresh beef plays in a healthy, sustainable diet. Animal-sourced foods, such as red meat, are often assumed to be associated with obesity risk. However, Texas Tech University researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis of available research on the relationship between unprocessed red meat intake and obesity, finding no significant effect of such intake on weight gain or related metabolic issues in adults.

“Beef contains high-quality protein and other essential nutrients, and people enjoy this key source of nourishment – yet they’re often discouraged to consume red meat based on recommendations primarily driven by observational evidence,” noted the lead researcher, Nikhil V. Dhurandhar, PhD, chair of the Department of Nutritional Sciences and associate dean for innovation for the College of Health & Human Sciences. “Our study is the first to fully review the totality of causative evidence, which shows no protective or adverse effect of unprocessed red meat intake on obesity.”

Dhurandhar explains that previous related studies are based primarily on observational data, which often rely on self-reported dietary and lifestyle information that can be inaccurate and confound study results and conclusions. Instead, the researchers used rigorous research methods by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 human clinical trials. They focused solely on studies that determined the effect of direct feeding of unprocessed red meat to participants rather than studies that used self-reported data. The result is the most comprehensive evaluation of red meat intake and obesity to date, according to Dhurandhar.

“Protein-rich foods, such as beef, may improve satiety and fullness, which can help support lifestyle and dietary behaviors that promote weight loss and healthy weight maintenance,” Dhurandhar added. “However, the stigma surrounding unprocessed red meat’s role in obesity may keep many from consuming red meat, thus missing out on key benefits which may be important for weight loss and management. This study offers a complete view of the research, so clinicians and consumers can make informed decisions about the role of unprocessed beef in healthy lifestyles.”

This research was funded by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and the Texas Beef Council (TBC), contractors to the Beef Checkoff. NCBA and TBC were not involved in the study design, data collection and analysis or publication of the findings.

For more about the latest Beef Checkoff efforts, visit BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com. 



NGFA launches 2025 Harvest Safety Week: “Safety First. Harvest Ready.”

The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) will host its sixth annual Harvest Safety Week on Aug. 18-22, with the 2025 theme, “Safety First. Harvest Ready.” The week will feature new recorded presentations and materials designed to help grain, feed, and processing facilities, and their farmer customers, prepare for a safe and productive harvest season.

“Safety is one of our cornerstones, and we have always worked to ensure that it remains a primary area of effort as we strive to cultivate healthy workplaces in agriculture,” said Jess McCluer, NGFA Senior Vice President, Safety and Regulatory. “Each year, we dedicate a week to sharing safety resources, and NGFA’s sixth-annual Harvest Safety Week is Aug. 18 through the 22.”

The 2025 program will include four recorded presentations led by industry safety experts:
    Safety Around Ground Storage Piles: Key practices for vehicle traffic control, machine guarding, fall protection, and electrical safety.
    Safety Around Moving Vehicles: Best practices for truck receiving areas, traffic control plans, and mobile equipment operation.
    Hazardous Weather Conditions – Extreme Heat & Cold: How to prevent heat and cold stress and dress appropriately for changing harvest weather.
    Preventing Worker Fatigue During Harvest: Strategies for recognizing and reducing fatigue, plus effective sleep practices. 

The Association encourages anyone in the industry to sign up for Harvest Safety Week emails at www.ngfa.org/safety, share the resources on social media using #HSW25, and tag NGFA.

“The goal of Harvest Safety Week – like our other safety-related content – is to make agriculture a safer industry,” McCluer said. “We’re committed to doing whatever we can to boost effective safety awareness and practices. That’s why our theme is ‘Safety First. Harvest Ready.’”

Many of the materials will remain available year-round, thanks to the support of the National Grain and Feed Foundation.

“The more we can boost our awareness and encourage the use of safety best practices, the more our workers will arrive home safely at the end of the day,” McCluer concluded. “And that has always been our industry’s top priority.”



New CLAAS JAGUAR 1000 Series Forage Harvesters Offer Unmatched Throughput, Efficiency 

CLAAS just unveiled the new JAGUAR 1000 series forage harvester to a select audience of dealers, producers and members of the media gathered in California dairy country near Visalia. The new self-propelled forage harvester line features greater throughput, power and operator comfort. Four best-in-class models — the JAGUAR 1080, 1090, 1100 and 1200 — range from 850 to 1,110 hp with throughput rates of up to 500 tons per hour.  

Simply put, the JAGUAR 1000 series forage harvesters are the most capable in the market. CLAAS designed the machines in partnership with North American growers to deliver top-tier chop quality and unbeatable efficiency.   

“We didn't just tweak the old platform — we reimagined everything,” said Matt Jaynes, Product Manager at CLAAS of America. “These machines feature a truly ground-up engineering approach, with wider crop flow, a more intelligent drive system, and significant advancements in chop quality and cab comfort.” 

Widening the Gap 
The JAGUAR 1000 series machines feature the widest crop flow channel on the market. Its new pre-compression system and four pre-compression rollers guarantee uniform feeding of the V-FLEX knife drum for maximum throughput with consistent chop quality and optimum overall machine efficiency.   

The nearly 36 in (910 mm) wide V-FLEX knife drum is wider than previous models, offering more space and inertia for maximum throughput. Growers can fit the knife drum with various knives for a wide range of cutting lengths.  

At the heart of the JAGUAR 1000 series is a transversely mounted 24-liter V12 MAN engine, delivering immense torque and reliable power across all harvesting conditions. With intelligent engine load management via CEMOS AUTO PERFORMANCE and all-wheel drive, the machine adapts in real time to changing field demands. 

The JAGUAR 1000 also features the new MULTI CROP CRACKER XL, a 12.2 in (310 mm) diameter roller conditioning system that ensures optimal grain and stover processing, even at high throughput rates. It’s available in both CLASSIC and SHREDLAGE® configurations, which respectively add 40% and 50% faster processing speeds. Operators can verify processing levels instantly using the new CLAAS connect Chop Quality Analysis feature, which uses artificial intelligence to deliver Corn Silage Processing Score (CSPS) feedback directly to a smartphone. 

These core upgrades allow for faster processing, more uniform feeding, consistent chopping, and reduced wear over time, especially in thick swaths or corn silage.

According to Jaynes, customer trials showed a 20% increase in daily capacity compared to previous models, even when horsepower remains the same.  

“With this machine, everything is designed to move more crop, more efficiently, front to back, start to finish. Our belt-driven system keeps losses around 1%, giving operators more usable power where it counts — at the drum,” he says. 

Next-Level Attachments 
The new line of forage harvesters comes with new attachments, including the PICK UP 3800 and 4500 heads for grass and hay, and ORBIS 9000 and 10500 heads for corn.  

CLAAS integrated independent variable drives for both PICK UP and ORBIS headers, which enables fine-tuned header speeds based on crop and conditions. This system eliminates the need for traditional chain drives and clutches, reducing maintenance demands, increasing reliability and maximizing uptime in the field. 

Operator Comfort and Convenience 
The JAGUAR 1000 series extends its technology and efficiency to the cab, which is custom-made for forage harvesting. A premium leather seat with heating, cooling and rotation comes standard, along with joystick steering option for fingertip control during tight headland turns. Enhanced visibility, intuitive controls, sound reduction, and intelligent features like AUTO FILL and CEMOS AUTO PERFORMANCE further reduce operator fatigue and increase daily productivity. 

The JAGUAR 1000 series features the latest generation of NUTRIMETER with advanced NIR sensor technology. Growers can use this to measure dry matter content in real time and adjust cut length based on crop conditions. The result is optimal feed quality and silage compaction, plus precise yield mapping and area-specific data collection. 

Large tire options, differential locks, and tire pressure control systems ensure traction and reduced soil compaction, even on slopes and in mud.  

Real Results, Backed by Real Listening 
The JAGUAR 1000 series is truly inspired by the best, delivering feedback from forage harvester customers around the world who rely on high-performing equipment to drive their bottom line. Jaynes emphasizes that this machine wasn’t just built for specs — it was built from farmer feedback.  

“We asked our customers what they needed, and they told us: more capacity, less downtime, better spout flexibility and less maintenance,” Jaynes says. “This is a system where every component was engineered to work in sync — not just to perform, but to outperform.” 

JAGUAR Heritage 
More than 50 years of experience in the development and construction of forage harvesters and global market leadership for more than 25 years: The JAGUAR from CLAAS is synonymous with performance, efficiency and reliability among customers all over the world. With the new JAGUAR 1000 series, CLAAS is continuing this success story and adding a new chapter. "Inspired by the best" not only stands for throughput capacity, chopping quality, comfort and efficiency, it also stands for the valuable, thousand-fold feedback from forage harvester customers all over the world, whose demanding requirements for top-class forage harvesters played a key role in the development process.