Why the John Deere 1720 is Still a Farm Favorite

If you've been hunting for a reliable stack-fold planter lately, the john deere 1720 is probably at the top of your list for good reason. It's one of those pieces of equipment that seems to just keep going, regardless of how many seasons it has under its belt. While newer, flashier models come out every year with more sensors than a spacecraft, there is something to be said for a machine that is straightforward, easy to work on, and gets the seed in the ground exactly where it needs to be. ...

April 24, 2026 · 7 min · Fleishman Donner