Agricultural Equipment Articles

RTL Equipment Sells First DEVELON Excavator in Iowa →

As the Iowa fields sway with shoulder-high corn, an unconventional sight takes center stage — an orange DEVELON excavator. Yet within the realm of Harmon Ag, this machinery embodies the commitment of brothers Michael and Sean Harmon, working tirelessly day by day. Michael Harmon (L) and Devin Bonnstetter In July, Michael skillfully maneuvered a brand-new DEVELON DX225LC-7 excavator — the first sold in Iowa — to the edge of a field for a drain tile project. Click for more...

Case IH to Convert Former J.I. Case Facility to Test Site →

Case IH will have an operational test facility in Mount Pleasant, Wis., by the beginning of 2024, according to an Aug. 11 report from the Milwaukee Business Journal. The new site will be converted from a former J.I. Case tractor factory that was shuttered in 2002. The 100-acre project reportedly cost $69 million and will have 55 employees. Product testing, which is being transferred from its current location at Case IH's Burr Ridge, Ill., facility, is slated to begin in January 2024 and will involve autonomous and electric equipment. Click for more...

Kubota Introduces Fourth Generation M7 Ag Tractors →

Kubota Tractor Corporation announced a new generation for the M7 Series at the 2023 Farm Progress Show and welcomed it to the brand's lineup of agriculture tractors, building on and enhancing the productivity that farmers and producers expect from the M7 Series. The new M7-4 Series features the same horsepower segments as before, ranging from 128 to 168 in engine horsepower, with three new models, the M7-134, M7-154 and M7-174. Click for more...

New Holland Agriculture Launches T4 Electric Power Tractor →

The future is here, and it just got more electric. For 2024, New Holland Agriculture is introducing the first all-electric utility tractor with autonomous features: the T4 Electric Power. This cutting-edge tractor opens a new class in the market, the Utility Electric, focused on offering solutions for more efficient field operations, the manufacturer said. The T4 Electric Power addresses current farming challenges, such as increased total cost ownership and labor shortage, while delivering upon New Holland's unwavering commitment to help customers build more sustainable agriculture for this generation and beyond. Click for more...

New Holland Enhancing T9 With PLM Intelligence Tractor Series for 2024 →

Unique advancements are in store for the new model year 2024 (MY2024) New Holland T9 with PLM Intelligence (PLMi) tractors. A fresh model update, boosted power, improved efficiency and a revamped cab with cutting edge technology and amplified comfort are all part of the package. All these enhancements elevate the T9 tractors' reputation for industry-leading performance and safety, the manufacturer said. Click for more...

Attachments International's V-Snow Plow →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Attachments International's heavy-duty V-snow plow was originally designed for emergency snow plowing that allows cars and trucks to get through deep drifts, but it has since been ushered in for all snow removal jobs. This unit features a "thru hardened" cutting edge with reversible bolt-on cutting edge for severe service applications. Skid shoes are standard with both pin-on and quick hitch mountings available. Click for more...

Attachment International's V-Frost Bucket →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Attachment International's V-Frost bucket was designed with a computer-aided design similar to the one used to design the Stealth Bomber, resulting in a bucket that is 50 percent stronger than AI's previous "V" bucket. The typical rounded design has been altered for deeper penetration, and maximum efficiency. For more information, visit www.attachmentsintl.com. Click for more...

Attachments International Introduces LHD Snow Bucket →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Attachments International's load, haul, dump snow bucket (LHD) is designed to carry all slurry mixes, granular material and other materials that can not be handled by regular buckets. It features alloy steel construction with special gussets and wear surfaces to handle heavy loads. The LHD design allows for the retention of very large loads in carry position, according to the manufacturer. For more information, visit www.attachmentsintl.com. Click for more...

Trail King Launches New Grain Hopper →

Trail King has introduced the Composite Grain Hopper. This durable Grain Hopper trailer has a composite smooth panel construction and features an aero-dynamic design for easy pulling that is lighter than ever. The trailer is available in 41 to 51 ft. models. One-piece molded lower hoppers provide a smooth, quick clean-out with 22.5 in. hopper ground clearance. The composite smooth single panel construction inside and out provides corrosion prevention and low maintenance. Click for more...

Ignite Attachments Introduces New Ag Lineup →

Ignite Attachments, a manufacturer of compact equipment attachments, adds to its growing lineup of direct-to-you products with increased offerings for agricultural applications. The company introduced a new disc harrow and land grader lineup for compact utility tractor models. The attachments are designed for dependability and ease of use and deliver fast ROI for landowners and other professionals looking for heavy-duty dirt working solutions. Click for more...

New Study Reinforces Need to Future-Proof the Agriculture Supply Chain Through Digitization →

Proagrica, a global provider of agronomic and business data solutions, has released an independently commissioned white paper titled, "Digital Integration. A Fundamentally Powerful Next Step to Agriculture Supply Chain Optimization". The findings outline the impact that global trends and challenges have had on the rapidly evolving agricultural landscape. The independent white paper reveals that over the past decade, the agriculture industry has shown a strong willingness to embrace transformation, with significant advancements made in digital adoption. Click for more...

Tech Hub LIVE: Empowering AgTech Innovation, Networking →

Tech Hub LIVE, an emergent AgTech trade show, recently took center stage in Des Moines, Iowa, captivating attendees with its diverse range of exhibitors, insightful presentationsand invaluable networking opportunities, said CropLife's Sunny Kaercher. Spanning 1.5 days from July 25 to 26, 2023, the event showcased the latest advancements in agricultural technology. It explored the crucial and evolving role of ag retailers in bridging the gap between farmers and cutting-edge innovations. Click for more...

Lindsay Announces Acquisition of FieldWise →

Lindsay Corporation, a global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology, has acquired FieldWise LLC, a market leader in agricultural technology products with a focus on subscription-based, precision irrigation solutions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Norfolk, Neb., FieldWise specializes in providing agricultural producers and their trusted service providers with innovative solutions. Click for more...

Pyka Gets FAA Authorization to Operate Largest Commercial Electric Drone →

Pyka, a manufacturer of large-scale highly-automated electric aircraft for crop protection and cargo transport, announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to operate its zero-emission highly-automated Pelican Spray aircraft for crop protection commercially nationwide. With a gross weight of 1,125 lbs., Pyka's highly-automated uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) is the largest ever to receive FAA authorization for commercial operation in the United States. Click for more...

USDA Introduces Geospatial Data Product to Show Crop Rotation Patterns →

The U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled a geospatial product called Crop Sequence Boundaries (CSB) that offers public access to national-scale visual crop rotation data for the first time. The new tool was developed by USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) and Economic Research Service (ERS), two of the department's statistical scientific research agencies. CSB is a cutting-edge map of agricultural fields that provides crop acreage estimates and historical planting decisions across the contiguous United States. Click for more...

Attachments International's Pallet Forks →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Attachments International's pallet forks quick hitch in seconds. The convenience of a forklift at any job site, forks are available in 36, 42 and 48 in. tine lengths, and have an adjustable width from 6 to 48 in. For more information, visit www.attachmentsintl.com. Click for more...

Attachments International's L.H.D. Snow, Sawdust Bucket →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Attachments International's load, haul, dump bucket is a concept all its own. The bucket shown is a severe service LHD bucket for use with hard to carry materials. These buckets are designed to carry all slurry mixes, granular material and other materials that can not be handled with standard buckets. They feature alloy steel construction with special gussets and wear surfaces to handle heavy loads. Click for more...

Ignite Attachments Launches Auger Attachment Line →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Ignite Attachments, a manufacturer of compact equipment attachments, adds to its growing lineup of products with a new auger line. The four models offer self-aligning vertical accuracy for precise, accurate vertical holes in any situation. A choice of drive system ensures ample torque for even the toughest digging conditions. With the power and precision to handle everything from shale, clay and frozen surfaces, the new auger lineup is an ideal solution for post hole digging, fence installation, deck building, tree planting and more. Click for more...

Monarch Tractor MK-V Eligible for Subsidy via California CORE Program →

Monarch Tractor, maker of the MK-V, the fully electric, driver-optional, connected tractor, announced the availability of the MK-V within the CORE 2023 Clean Off-Road Voucher Incentive Project. The CORE Project helps farmers with ﬁnancial aid as they transition to clean, efﬁcient and economically sustainable solutions such as the MK-V, and elevating their sustainable farming practices by reducing CO2 emissions. Click for more...

Kenn-Feld, TTG Merge as TRULAND Equipment →

Kenn-Feld Group and TTG Equipment will merge as TRULAND Equipment, the CEOs of the two companies announced June 28. The equal merger of the two John Deere dealer groups is scheduled to occur on Aug. 21, 2023. This move brings together 18 John Deere locations across Indiana and Ohio. TRULAND Equipment also will offer new opportunities to its employees with increased scale. "This partnership was a several-year process, and we took our time to make sure this was a good fit for our two companies as well as for our customers," said the CEO of Kenn-Feld Group, Tom Burenga. Click for more...

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