In a move set to democratize precision agriculture, CHC Navigation has joined forces with CNH Industrial to integrate its high-precision guidance systems into CNH’s FP FleetPro aftermarket kits. The partnership, unveiled at Agritechnica 2025 in Hanover, aims to make advanced farming technologies more accessible to farms of all sizes, regardless of their existing equipment.
The FP FleetPro kits are designed to breathe new life into older machinery and mixed fleets, offering a cost-effective alternative to purchasing new equipment. By integrating CHC Navigation’s guidance solutions, the kits provide farmers with a suite of advanced features. These include 10-inch and 12-inch touchscreen displays, compatibility across all agricultural machinery brands and models, and options for both hydraulic steer-ready and electric steering setups. The straightforward installation process ensures that even diverse fleet configurations can be upgraded with minimal disruption.
The implications of this partnership are significant. For farmers, it means increased accuracy and efficiency without the need for a complete fleet overhaul. As Phil Sun, Head of the Agriculture Division at CHC Navigation, noted, the collaboration empowers farmers with robust and affordable precision ag technology. By reducing input costs and improving operational consistency, these upgrades can lead to better crop outcomes and increased productivity.
Moreover, the partnership supports a broader access to precision tools in the agricultural market. By providing an upgrade path for existing machinery, CHC Navigation and CNH Industrial are targeting a wider segment of farmers seeking practical automation tools. This move is particularly beneficial for smaller farms or those with older equipment, which may not have had access to such advanced technologies previously.
The integration of CHC Navigation’s solutions into the FP FleetPro line is a testament to the growing trend of retrofitting older machinery with modern precision technologies. It underscores the industry’s shift towards sustainability and cost-effectiveness, as farmers increasingly seek ways to optimize their operations without significant capital investments. As precision agriculture continues to evolve, such collaborations are likely to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of farming.