Matt Barling, Central Illinois Ag (Atlanta, Ill.) 

Matt Barling, precision specialist at Central Illinois Ag, has been an integral part of the dealership, keeping our customers up to date with technology since 2019. From the early equipment-based precision tools to today’s advanced ag technology, Matt has adapted very quickly to the changes.

What sets Matt apart is his genuine passion for continuous learning and his dedication to sharing that knowledge with others. He stays current on the latest technology releases and innovations, taking the initiative to train himself first so he can better support our team at the dealership and customers. Matt regularly hosts training sessions at the dealership, and he offers on-farm 1-on-1 training for those who need a deeper understanding. His approachable teaching style and ability to break down complex systems into an easier steps to understand make him a trusted resource for users of all experience levels.

Customers call Matt when uptime matters most, and he makes it a priority to keep everyone up and running whether the issue is a technology glitch, software updates from manufacturers, or training customers on new systems. Matt’s dedication, adaptability in an ever-changing industry, and strong leadership in customer training makes him valuable mentor to our team, and an essential part of our dealership’s success.

-Steve Schmidt (Atlanta, Ill.) 

Click on the page numbers below to scroll through all of the tributes.

The 3rd Annual Precision Specialist Week is brought to you by Reichhardt.

Reichhardt Electronic Innovations offers precision and flexibility for guiding equipment with GPS or sensor guidance. Reichhardt’s GREEN FIT was mutually developed with John Deere and is the authorized interface to the AutoTrac™ system for third-party vehicles, where the automatic steering system is fully integrated and ISOBUS compatible. Reichhardt’s PSR steering offers flexibility in the compatibility with multiple ISO terminals and GPS receivers. Reichhardt has collaborated with agricultural manufacturers, dealers and farmers for over 40 years. Niche products adapted to the special requirements in the corn belt, interfaces to proven products on the market, and sensor-based alternatives to GPS-based standard solutions create added value.