WINTER BONUS MAGAZINE 2026

Every season begins with one operation that influences everything that follows: planting. In field conditions, precision is not a slogan. It is the difference between even emergence and uneven stands, and between consistent yields and costly variability. The Case IH Precision Disk™ 550T is built to help farmers plant with confidence in high-residue and tough conditions, combining a row-unit foundation, practical in-cab control, and connected data tools that support better decisions. Technology in the planter: Built for consistent performance in challenging fields At the core of the Precision Disk 550T is a parallel-link row unit, designed to deliver constant, accurate performance when conditions are less than ideal. With row spacing options of 7,5 inches or 10 inches, and planter width options of 30 or 40 feet, the platform is configured for precision at scale. That matters most where residue is heavy and field surfaces are inconsistent. In these environments, planting can quickly become a compromise: speed versus placement, coverage versus consistency. The Precision Disk 550T is positioned to reduce that compromise, delivering the stable, repeatable performance farmers rely on to protect yield potential. Consistent row performance supports a stronger bottom line in practical ways. When seed placement is more uniform across the implement, emergence becomes more even, and the crop establishes with less variability. That helps minimise the hidden costs that follow uneven planting, such as stand gaps, delayed maturity, and yield loss that cannot be “fixed” later in the season. Technology fitted on the planter: In-cab control for peace of mind with every pass Precision also depends on how effectively performance can be managed while moving. The Precision Disk 550T pairs hydraulic downforce with blockage sensors to provide in-cab control over rate and row function. This is a farmer-facing advantage, not just a feature list. When conditions change across a field, downforce control supports consistent operation. When delivery problems occur, blockage sensing helps bring attention to what could otherwise go unnoticed. Together, these tools help the operator keep each row doing its job and protect accuracy per kilogramper hectare. The benefit is simple: peace of mind with every pass. Instead of guessing whether every row is performing as intended, operators have a view of what is happening and the ability to respond quickly. In a tight planting window, which saves time, reduces rework, and helps ensure that inputs are placed where they are meant to be. Technology around the planter: Turning planting into insight with FieldOps™ Modern planting is not only about what happens in the moment. It is also about what you learn from the field and how you apply that learning next season. The Precision Disk 550T offers seamless integration with FieldOps™ for full fieldmapping and data analysis. This connection enables farmers to use zone- specific data to make better seed, hybrid, and input decisions. Instead of managing a field as one average, you can see differences across zones and adjust choices accordingly. Over time, this helps refine management strategies, improve consistency, and focus investment where it delivers the best return. A planter designed to deliver the yield you need The Case IH Precision Disk 550T brings together three essentials of planting success: a parallel- link row unit built for precision in high-residue and tough field conditions, in-cab control through hydraulic downforce and blockage sensing, and FieldOps™ integration that supports mapping and analysis for smarter decisions. When precision is constant, control is practical, and data is usable, planting becomes a repeatable process you can trust—one that helps deliver the yield you need and the stronger bottom line your operation depends on. The Case IH Precision Disk™ 550T: precision that pays Winter 2026 BONUS www.agribonus.co.za 110