In a bold expansion bid aimed at global growth by 2026, Thunderstruck Ag has added FertiSystems and Sharp Harvest products to its lineup. Jeremy Matuszewski, founder and CEO, shared insights with AgTechNavigator about this strategic move.

During a recent trade show, Matuszewski discovered the innovative Rezidue Reaper by Sharp Harvest. This head-mounted tillage attachment not only simplifies residue management from high-biomass crops like corn and soybeans but also significantly enhances efficiency. For further details, visit here.

“This technology enables farmers to efficiently knock down crop residue and perform min-till in a single pass. As a result, nutrients are driven into the soil more effectively, saving both time and resources,” Matuszewski emphasized, noting the potential of the Rezidue Reaper to eliminate the need for additional tractors and tillage equipment.

Innovative Fertilizer Solutions from FertiSystems

Thunderstruck Ag has introduced several products from the Brazil-based company FertiSystems, including the Auto-Lub AP NG Fertilizer Metering Unit, Fert Sensor, and AT 200 Display. These innovations allow farmers to monitor fertilizer application in real-time, identifying blockages and inconsistencies. For more information, check the official announcement here.

“One challenge many farmers face is ensuring the right amount of fertilizer is applied,” Matuszewski explained. “If a drill has 68 openers and some become blocked, the yield can be severely impacted due to uneven fertilizer distribution.”

Global Expansion Plans and the Role of Technology

With a firm foothold in North America, Thunderstruck Ag is setting its sights on global markets, having opened an office in Brazil last summer. Further expansions are planned in Argentina, Europe, and Ukraine, where farmers increasingly seek technological solutions for pressing agricultural challenges.

Matuszewski emphasizes that farmers in the US, Australia, and Canada need access to technologies like automation to counter labor shortages and manage operational costs. Simultaneously, dealers are leveraging AI to enhance equipment efficiency and speed up troubleshooting.

In Brazil, Matuszewski sees tremendous potential for technology to improve production and operational efficiency. As Brazilian farmers outpace US soybean production, the deployment of advanced tech could bring about even greater gains. “The competition is fierce, and we need to step up our game to keep pace,” Matuszewski remarked.

“We are committed to excellence with our current resources, but once our competitors adopt more advanced technologies, we must be ready to face even greater challenges in the market,” he concluded.