To assist producers of hand-harvested fruit and vegetable crops in working more productively, efficiently and profitably, John Deere Agri Services has introduced two information management tools: Product Tracking and Labor Tracking solutions. These innovative systems work collaboratively to record, store and manage information to better run operations.

The Labor Tracking solution utilizes a handheld device to collect in-field information to track and monitor harvest and production data such as who harvested what crops, where and when. All in-field collected data is automatically stamped with GPS coordinates, date and time for accurate reporting and record keeping.

The Product Tracking solution gives managers the ability to more accurately and easily record and track all in-field production history for field and shed-packed fresh produce and to link data from the field to the finished lot. The system converts data into real-time information that managers can use to increase product value, expedite regulatory and commercial compliance and improve risk management.

For more information on the Labor Tracking and Product Tracking solutions, produce managers can call 1-800-393-8971 or e-mail the John Deere Agri Services customer contact at AgriServices@JohnDeere.com. Additional information on the Labor Tracking and Product Tracking solutions also can be found on the Web site.