Agricultural Equipment Articles

Platinum Edition Celebrates 70 Years of JCB Backhoe Innovation →

From Construction Equipment Guide... JCB is celebrating 70 years of manufacturing its iconic backhoe loader with the unveiling of Platinum Editions of the 3CX and 4CX models. Company founder Joseph Cyril Bamford CBE invented the backhoe concept, and the first JCB model was manufactured in 1953 after he combined a lightweight backhoe with a Major Loadall tractor loader. It created, for the first time, a single machine which combined a front shovel and rear excavator arm. Click for more...

Bobcat Expands Attachment Offerings to Help Customers Accomplish More →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bobcat Company continued to expand its attachment offerings in 2023, empowering customers to accomplish more in landscaping, construction, forestry, agriculture and other industry applications. Bobcat offers hundreds of high-quality attachments and implements, providing customers with leading jobsite versatility. "Compact loaders, excavators and other carriers are only as productive as the attachments and implements they power," said Lee Smith, general manager of Bobcat attachments. Click for more...

Yanmar V7 Compact Wheel Loader Features Premium Capabilities, Speed →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Yanmar Compact Equipment introduced the all-new 47.6-hp V7 compact wheel loader to the North American market. The 9,370-lb. machine fills the gap in the Yanmar wheel loader line between the V4-7 and the V8 and features a low operating weight, comfortable cab area and high bucket capacity. Its compact design, intuitive controls and high travel speeds maximize performance and efficiency for operators in landscaping, rental, municipalities, snow removal and other applications. Click for more...

Danfoss Power Solutions Expands Tractor Valve Platform, Enabling Use On Wider Range of Models →

Danfoss Power Solutions, a global supplier of mobile and industrial hydraulics as well as electric powertrain systems, has enhanced its tractor valve platform with additional electrohydraulic module sizes as well as new mechanical modules, enabling the valve to be used on a wider range of tractor models. Proven in farm fields for more than 20 years, Danfoss' tractor valve provides rear implement, front implement and front loader control. Click for more...

AGCO's Innovative, Sustainable Machines Win Big at Agritechnica →

AGCO, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, and its family of leading brands, received six major awards at the world's largest trade fair for agricultural machinery, Agritechnica 2023. Included in the recognitions — which were decided based on votes cast by committees of independent experts and by the Agritechnica attendees themselves — are top awards recognizing Fendt and Precision Planting. Click for more...

Trimble Introduces Connected Data Management License for Trimble Agriculture Display Users →

Trimble has announced the Trimble Ag Software–Data user license, offering seamless web and mobile connectivity for Trimble display users. This solution empowers farmers to efficiently manage their precision agricultural data. This user-friendly system bridges the gap between the field and the Trimble Agriculture Cloud, facilitating the collection, standardization, visualization and utilization of data from Trimble and third-party sources. Click for more...

Raven Launches Scalable Enhancements to Precision Guidance →

Raven Industries, a leader in automated aftermarket precision ag technology solutions, is continuing the expansion of its guidance and steering portfolio for mixed-fleet operations. At Agritechnica 2023, the brand showcased the new Raven CRx+ Guidance Kit, a scalable and customizable combination of its proven guidance receivers, latest steering innovations and newly enhanced in-cab displays. In addition, Raven showcased its latest automation solutions at its interactive Agritechnica booth, inviting all attendees to expand their productivity with limitless automation technology options. Click for more...

Climate Robotics Wins AgSharks Pitch Competition →

Western Growers and S2G Ventures have announced the winner of the 2023 AgSharks Pitch Competition, with Climate Robotics earning an equity investment offer of $250,000 from the event's judges. Climate Robotics is a developer of mobile biochar production systems for commercial agriculture. Biochar is a carbon-negative soil amendment made from waste biomass that helps reverse global climate change. Click for more...

AGCO Continues Technology Transformation to Become Industry Leader in Smart Farming Solutions →

Following the recently announced transformational Joint Venture (JV) with Trimble, which creates an industry leading global mixed-fleet precision ag platform, AGCO, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, continues its technology evolution. "Our JV with Trimble is the largest in our company's history and the biggest ag tech deal ever, and we aren't slowing down," said Eric Hansotia AGCO's chairman, president and chief executive officer. Click for more...

New Holland Reveals New CR11 Combine →

In a major development in high-capacity harvesting, New Holland Agriculture is revealing the new CR11 combine at Agritechnica 2023 in Hanover, Germany. The CR11 combine incorporates new cutting-edge technologies that will help drive down the total cost of harvesting for large grain farmers and increase their bottom-line profitability, the manufacturer said. The CR11 combine also has been awarded the only Gold Medal for Innovation at the 2023 Agritechnica Innovation Awards. Click for more...

VIDEO: CID's New 4-in-1 Power Rake Featured at World of Concrete →

From Construction Equipment Guide... CID Attachments will feature the 4-in-1 Power Rake in World of Concrete booth #C7203. Combining all the advantages of a versatile 4-in-1 bucket with a rugged power rake, this unique product is a powerful and practical soil conditioning machine. Users can dig, load, grab and back drag as well as prepare the soil bed without changing attachments, thus saving time, and enhancing efficiency on the job site, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

VIDEO: Veteran Farm Hero Overcomes ALS Challenges With JCB Teleskid →

Luke Liggett, a sixth-generation farmer and former Navy Boatswain's Mate, has defied the odds and continued his life's passion despite facing the debilitating effects of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). His journey, from serving in the Navy to sustaining a family farm, is a testament to his unwavering spirit and the assistance of JCB's teleskid, a skid steer loader that has revolutionized his ability to contribute to the farm's operations. Click for more...

Skid Steer Snow Tires vs. Chains, Tracks for Traction →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Getting the best traction for skid steers in the winter is dependent on multiple factors such as: What is the surface below the snow and/or ice? How much snow is on the ground? How hard is it packed? Is there ice? Those conditions affect which type of vehicle propulsion will work best such as wheels or tracks. The three most common ways to gain traction on snowy surfaces for skid steers are to use: Tracks Snow Tires Chains Tracks Tracked skid steers, called compact track loaders, are a solid solution for plowing snow when there is no need or desire for the propulsion system to get all the way down to bare ground or pavement. Click for more...

4WD Tractor Sales Surge in North America →

Unit sales of 4WD ag tractors experienced a notable upswing in both the United Staets and Canada in September, closing the third quarter of 2023 in a strong position, according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). In the United States, 100+hp 2WD tractors, and 4WD tractors grew year-over-year. Both segments, along with self-propelled combines remain positive for the year. Click for more...

Continental Expands Its Agricultural Tire Range With New Sizes →

Continental has announced the expansion of its agricultural tire portfolio, with new sizes for its TractorMaster and CompactMaster AG/EM product lines now available. The tire supplier is thus responding to the trend towards larger and more powerful agricultural machinery and the demand for bigger and more technologically advanced tires. New Additions to Continental's TractorMaster, CompactMaster AG/EM Ranges Continental has introduced a new size for its popular TractorMaster product line: the 600/70R34. Click for more...

New Holland T7 Methane Power LNG Tractor Earns Special Mention in TIME's Best Invention List 2023 →

New Holland's T7 methane power LNG tractor won a special mention in the worldwide famous TIME's Best Invention List in the 2023 edition. This year's special mentions list featured 50 inventions recognized for their unique impact. The list is curated by TIME's editors who look for inventions across several categories — including technology, beauty, entertainment and health care. TIME selects innovations that are solving compelling problems in creative ways. Click for more...

Yanmar's Versatile YM Series Tractors Shine at Equip Expo 2023 →

Yanmar America, a leading provider of agricultural and industrial solutions, showcased its versatile YM series tractors at Equip Expo 2023. The YM series, renowned for its exceptional performance, is a compact tractor ideally suited for properties of 25 acres or more. These tractors come equipped with a robust 2,500 lbs. front lift capacity, making them well-suited for heavy-duty tasks. The synchronized shuttle shift feature allows for quick transitions between forward and reverse, facilitating effortless loader work. Click for more...

Essential Maintenance, Securities to Safeguard Farming Assets →

A lot can go wrong on a farm. From equipment breakdowns to wrongdoers trespassing on the land, much needs to be done to protect a farmer's livelihood. Below, we'll go over a few of the most important aspects of asset protection and equipment maintenance every agricultural professional needs to know. Often, the first step in protecting sizable equipment and other expensive assets is to invest in a superior-constructed storage building. Click for more...

New 30-inch Toro Dingo Attachments Shine in Tight Spaces →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Toro has introduced a new line of attachments tailored for its eDingo 500 compact utility loader that features a narrow 30-in. width. These nimble attachments are specifically designed to tackle tasks for indoor demolition and construction jobsites and easily fit through a standard 3-ft. door. The line includes a standard bucket, adjustable forks, a floor scraper and a grapple bucket. "This line of narrow attachments is going to quite literally open new doors on indoor job sites," said Sam Dando, senior marketing manager at Toro. Click for more...

Agri Center Joins Hyundai North American Dealer Network →

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America announced the addition to its North America dealer network of Agri Center, Hutchinson, Kan. The dealership will represent the full line of Hyundai construction equipment products throughout Kansas, with the exception of the Kansas City metro area and several counties in the northwestern and southeastern corners of the state. Founded in 1952, Agri Center has focused exclusively on sales and service of agricultural equipment and off-road vehicles. Click for more...

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