Agricultural Equipment Articles

Mecalac to Launch New Telescopic Wheel Loader at The ARA Show →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mecalac, a global designer, manufacturer and distributor of compact construction equipment for urban environments, launches the AT1050 telescopic wheel loader for the North American market. The telescopic loader, part of the AT Series, balances the functionality of a rigid chassis front loader with the maneuverability of an articulated loader. The AT1050 also combines functions, such as material handling and loading, for the construction, landscaping, recycling and composting industries. Click for more...

New Holland CR11 Combine Debut Tour Takes Off in North America →

After taking centerstage at Agritechnica 2023, the New Holland CR11 combine is now making its greatly anticipated North America debut. Beginning Feb. 14 at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Ky., the CR11 combine kicks off its North America tour. The industry's new high-capacity harvesting leader is embarking on a journey that will span stops at numerous industry and customer events across the United States and Canada. Click for more...

IntelliSense Bale Automation From New Holland Revolutionizes Large Square Baler Industry →

New Holland is steering toward autonomous baling with the introduction of IntelliSense Bale Automation. The first technology of its kind, IntelliSense Bale Automation pushes the boundaries of baling innovation and transforms the way customers and operators approach large square baling by delivering a complete automated baling system. "With laser precision and real-time adjustments, the IntelliSense Bale Automation system changes the way we navigate fields," said Brad Littlefield, precision marketing manager, dairy and livestock segment of New Holland. Click for more...

New Holland Marks 50th Anniversary of its Round Baler →

Bold changes are on the horizon for the iconic New Holland round baler portfolio. In 2024, New Holland proudly marks a significant milestone: 50 years of producing cutting-edge round balers. Amid the celebration, the brand is revealing advancements to the portfolio featuring a bold color change and the debut of new technology designed to simplify the custom baling experience. A New Day Beginning in 2024, New Holland is steering toward a unified brand image and global identity with the transition of its haytool styling to a striking yellow. Click for more...

SurePoint Ag Systems Announces Plans for New Facility →

SurePoint Ag Systems announced plans to build a new office and production facility. This innovative facility will be located on the SurePoint campus four miles north of Atwood, Kan., next to Highway 25. "This project will more than double the footprint of our existing facility, allowing us to continue growing within the agriculture market," said President and CEO Josh Wolters. "Our team of innovative developers, engineers, and technicians have big plans to offer new products and expand our unique solutions to producers across the United States, Canada and beyond. Click for more...

Kuhn Dominator 4857 / 4861 Combination Disc Rippers →

Kuhn North America Inc. has introduced two new Dominator models boasting product features designed to provide optimal compaction removal and residue handling while reducing maintenance time. The rationally sequential design of both machines place coulters ahead of shanks to size residue, ensure it flows through the machine freely and can be evenly incorporated by the disc conditioner at the rear. Click for more...

Tractor Zoom Enhances Dealer Solutions by Acquiring Anvil App Works →

Tractor Zoom, a provider of farm equipment and heavy machinery valuation data, acquired Anvil App Works, a Salesforce OEM partner with CRM solutions built specifically for equipment dealerships of all brands. This strategic move reflects the commitment of both Tractor Zoom and Anvil to deliver exceptional value and support to equipment dealerships. "The decision to acquire Anvil App Works is a natural progression of our existing partnership, which was solidified in February," said Kyle McMahon, CEO and founder of Tractor Zoom. Click for more...

Parman Holdings Corporation Acquires Cleburne Farm Supply →

Parman Holdings Corporation, an employee-owned company, is set to acquire Cleburne Farm Supply (CFS) in January 2024. CFS will operate as a second location for Parman Tractor & Equipment (PT&E), a subsidiary of Parman Holdings. PT&E is prepared to provide the high level of service and support CFS has maintained for years. Pat Campbell, owner of Cleburne Farm Supply, established the Columbia based dealership on Bear Creek Pike 20-plus years ago. Click for more...

Lindsay to Invest Over $50M to Expand, Modernize Manufacturing Facility →

Lindsay Corporation, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology, has announced plans to invest more than $50 million over the next two years in its largest global manufacturing facility located in Lindsay, Neb. "We offer a best-in-class customer experience. That includes well-designed products, built by the industry's top professionals, in facilities that lead the industry in safety, quality and efficiency," said Randy Wood, president and CEO of Lindsay. Click for more...

VIDEO: e-Emphasys Technologies Changes Name to VitalEdge Technologies →

The company formerly known as e-Emphasys Technologies announced it has changed its name to VitalEdge Technologies. This announcement comes approximately nine months after its merger with CDK Global Heavy Equipment, provider of the IntelliDealer dealer management system. The name change, inspired by clients to better reflect the value of the talent, technologies and partnerships the combined organization delivers to the industry sectors its serves, was unveiled at the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) Summit & CONDEX exhibition. Click for more...

Precision Ag Technology Key Part of Southern Farm Show →

Precision agriculture is not a new concept. But since it is constantly changing and evolving, it continuously brings new solutions and ideas to the world of farming. And it will be a big part of the 2024 Southern Farm Show lineup. Precision agriculture, or PA, started in the early '90s, and many farmers are already using it, through features like GPS and autosteering. With artificial intelligence and newer technology added to the mix, today's precision ag programs and equipment take things to a new level. Click for more...

Agritask Partners with Pessl Instruments to Enhance Agronomic Data Analytics With Advanced Weather Data →

Agritask, a crop supply data intelligence software company, and Pessl Instruments, a global developer and provider of smart agriculture technological solutions, jointly announced their partnership to integrate METOS weather stations into the Agritask platform. In combination with other agronomic data sources, METOS weather station data, which includes a variety of real-time environmental parameters, will provide a more advanced agronomic picture down to the plot level for food and beverage companies using the Agritask platform. Click for more...

John Deere Announces Strategic Partnership With SpaceX →

Deere & Company announced it has entered into an agreement with SpaceX to provide cutting-edge satellite communications (SATCOM) service to farmers. Utilizing the industry-leading Starlink network, this solution will allow farmers facing rural connectivity challenges to fully leverage precision agriculture technologies. This partnership, an industry first, will enable John Deere customers to be more productive, profitable and sustainable in their operations as they continue to provide food, fuel and fiber for their communities and a growing global population. Click for more...

Expanding its G-Tier Offerings, John Deere Launches Mid-Size 444 G-Tier Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... John Deere has introduced the 444 G-Tier wheel loader as part of its performance tiering strategy, offering customers a model that provides reliability without the extras that they would find in a P-Tier or X-Tier machine. The versatility and ruggedness of the 444 G-Tier are similar to the previously introduced 544 and 644 G-Tier machines, but at a lower operating weight and smaller size. This latest addition to the wheel loader lineup aims to cater to the segment of the construction market that values simplicity and reliability and serves as a response to the demand for more economically priced wheel loader options that don't compromise on quality and durability, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

New Holland TL5 Accessible Tractor →

The world's first accessible tractor is set to help farmers with lower limb disabilities work in fields independently. Produced in Curitiba, Brazil, the TL5 ‘Acessível', was created in partnership with the inclusive mobility companies, Elevittá, Arteprima and Senai from São Leopoldo (state of Rio Grande do Sul). Fernando Dalmolin, a New Holland customer, was hit by a falling tree trunk in 2022 and spent 60 days in hospital. Click for more...

Flory Industries, Caterpillar, Holt of California Collaborate to Demonstrate Electrified Powertrain Prototype for Nut Harvesting Equipment →

Caterpillar Inc. announced the launch of a prototype demonstration project for a battery-powered field elevator with Flory Industries, a global leader in the production of nut-harvesting equipment. Supported by Holt of California, the local Cat dealer, the prototype will demonstrate how a 600-volt battery-powered powertrain can deliver the performance, reliability and durability currently provided in this application by a conventional 74-hp diesel engine while reducing maintenance and operating with zero tailpipe emissions. Click for more...

SC Solutions Expands Into Agriculture, Environmental Sectors →

SC Solutions Inc. , a leading space technology company, announced its strategic entry into the agriculture and environmental sectors, focusing initially on the corn and vineyard industries. The company's pioneering approach integrates remote sensing data with advanced analytics, including machine learning, to revolutionize agricultural practices and contribute to environmental conservation efforts. Click for more...

AE50 2024: CNH Farming Innovations Awarded by ASABE →

Customer-inspired innovations from CNH's global agriculture brands Case IH and New Holland have won six 2024 AE50 awards. These awards are determined by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE). They honor the year's 50 most innovative products and systems engineered for the food and agricultural industries. Winning Traits The Case IH Steiger 715Quadtrac, with 778 peak horsepower, is the brand's largest and most powerful tractor. Click for more...

Southern Farm Show Prepares for 2024 Event →

Grading, excavating and land clearing equipment will again be a prominent part of this year's Southern Farm Show, Jan. 31 through Feb. 2 at the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh. According to Show Manager David Zimmerman, most of the construction equipment dealers covering the region will be exhibiting. Those companies include Ascendum, Asheboro JCB, Company Wrench, CCS Equipment Sales, Curtis Lane Equipment, James River Equipment, National Equipment Dealers and Sound Heavy Machinery. Click for more...

AGCO's Acceleration Center in Scottsdale Is Open for Business →

AGCO, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, is investing to attract more talent across key product development disciplines to deliver new, value-added precision ag technologies for all farmers, regardless of the equipment brands used in their operation. In Scottsdale, Ariz., the company has opened an acceleration center dedicated to software and electronics development in the areas of autonomy, precision ag, artificial intelligence and digital products. Click for more...

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