Agricultural Equipment Articles

OEMs Explore, Acquire Electric Farm Power →

Recent startup "pure-players" in the all-electric tractor and implement business — companies that are solely devoted to the use of EV technology — are open about their products and vision for the industry, but legacy tractor manufacturers as a whole are tight-lipped about R&D budgets devoted to electrification of their products. Most say they're in the development stage or are testing prototypes, but they are reluctant to divulge hard figures or potential timelines for product introductions. Click for more...

Yanmar Launches New SA Series Utility Tractors →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Yanmar America Corporation has released the new edition of its SA series of multi-purpose compact tractors. With input from its tractor owners, Yanmar has delivered significant performance upgrades to this rugged and reliable tractor series. "The SA series of tractors is designed for those who share our passion for the land and believe in working that land the right way," said Jon Richardson, director of Yanmar America's Rural Lifestyle Division. Click for more...

Massey Ferguson Produces One-Millionth Tractor →

AGCO Corporation celebrated the production of the one-millionth tractor at its Massey Ferguson Beauvais plant. This significant milestone coincides with the company's 175th anniversary. Massey Ferguson has been manufacturing tractors in Beauvais, France, since Nov. 20, 1960. "2022 is a year of milestone celebrations for Massey Ferguson," said Darren Parker, vice president of Massey Ferguson, North America. Click for more...

John Deere 5 Series Utility Tractors Offer More Options, Ease of Operation →

John Deere announced updates to its 5 Series Utility Tractors, which include more options to make it easier for rural property owners, farmers, ranchers and fleet owners to match the right tractor to the many jobs they need that tractor to do day after day. "Across the entire 5 Series lineup, customers now have more choices to find a tractor that meets their needs and budget, and to customize configurations to match the jobs they need to finish. Click for more...

AGCO Announces Chief Financial Officer Succession →

AGCO, a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment, infrastructure and precision ag technology, announced that its board of directors has appointed Damon Audia to succeed Andy Beck as senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO) effective July 1, 2022. Audia joins AGCO from Kennametal Inc., an industrial technology leader specializing in tooling and wear-resistant solutions, where he served as the CFO since August 2018. Click for more...

John Deere Chairman, CEO Named Keynote Speaker of CES 2023 →

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) announced the first keynote speaker for CES 2023. John Deere Chairman and CEO John May will join other John Deere executives to share how purpose-driven sustainability and advancements in technology are addressing one of the world's greatest challenges — feeding a growing global population. This will be the first time in CES history that an agriculture technology company executive will take the mainstage for a keynote at the show. Click for more...

Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Inc. Welcomes Hills Machinery →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hills Machinery and Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Inc. (HCMA) recently established a partnership to market the Hitachi excavator and wheel loader equipment lines. The alliance will allow Hills Machinery and HCMA to grow the lineup of world-renowned Hitachi equipment across the North Carolina and South Carolina regions, and enable HCMA to introduce the broader lineup of Hitachi-branded equipment to the Carolina marketplace. Click for more...

Hyundai to Take Its Latest Wheel Loader, Outfitted for Snow Removal, to SIMA →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas will display its HL930A wheel loader at Booth 1021 at this year's SIMA (Snow & Ice Management Association) tradeshow June 23 and 24 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee. The Hyundai 130 net hp (97 kW), 2.5 cu. yd. HL930A wheel loader will be displayed with an M700 MD Teamco Snowblast snowblower, a popular attachment. Part of Hyundai's advanced A series lineup of wheel loaders, the HL930A is powered by a Cummins B4.5 Performance Series Tier IV Final/Stage 5 emissions-compliant diesel engine. Click for more...

Werk-Brau Introduces 6-Yard Bucket for Production Class Excavators →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Werk-Brau has created and shipped its first 6-yard bucket for production class excavators. Designed from the ground up by Werk-Brau engineers, these new buckets feature T1 and AR400 steel in critical wear areas for maximum strength and durability, with weight saving features incorporated where appropriate. With 20 percent more capacity than a standard 5-yard bucket, which is common for this class, the new heavy-duty high-capacity bucket can load a 30-yard haul truck in just 5 passes, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association Awards $80,000 in Scholarships to 88 Iowa, Nebraska Students →

The Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association (INEDA) has awarded $80,000 in scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year to students in Iowa, Nebraska, Colorado and South Dakota pursuing career opportunities in the equipment industry. The Andrew Goodman Scholarship Program was created to address the shortage of dealership personnel and to attract and nurture homegrown talent. This dealer-driven scholarship program helps dealers financially support and train those aspiring toward management, technical, sales or administrative positions within the dealership. Click for more...

Cat 966 GC Wheel Loader Delivers High Performance, Easy Operation, Low Owning/Operating Costs →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Offering long-term durability in a wide range of applications, the new Cat 966 GC wheel loader is designed for reliable, performing and efficient operation. Its Caterpillar designed components, on-demand fan, load-sensing hydraulics and intuitive controls keep fuel consumption and operating costs low, making it a versatile machine that also fits the needs of the rental and municipal markets, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

CNH Industrial Investment Reinforces Global Leadership of Case IH in Crop Protection Equipment →

CNH Industrial has acquired Specialty Enterprises LLC, North America's largest manufacturer of premium aluminum spray booms for agricultural applications. Specialty, which operates one manufacturing facility in Wautoma, Wis., has been a supplier to Case IH since 2020. The direct ownership of spray boom production is the latest step in Case IH's strategic road map for its sprayer product platform. Click for more...

Fernandez Holdings Grows to 65 John Deere Agriculture and Turf Locations With Acquisition of Chief Equipment in New York →

Fernandez Holdings Inc. , which owns a diverse portfolio of businesses, including John Deere Ag and Turf dealerships in the northeast and south-central United States, has acquired the two Long Island locations of Chief Equipment in Hicksville and Calverton, N.Y. The merger brings United Ag & Turf's footprint to 65 John Deere Ag & Turf stores, plus an additional 14 locations of John Deere Construction & Forestry dealerships operated by its sister company, United Construction & Forestry LLC. Click for more...

Changing the Game With EWRS-HS Hard Surface Skid Steer Tire →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Evolution Wheel is known as a leader in innovative top-quality heavy-duty skid steer tires. The EWRS-HS series solid skid steer tire is the hard surface version of the EWRS-AT series all-terrain tire. The solid EWRS-HS skid steer tire is ideal for surfaces like concrete or asphalt making them perfect for new construction, paving and recycling operations. Evolution Wheel knows that these types of jobs require excellent traction and longevity. Click for more...

Wacker Neuson Introduces WL28 Articulated Wheel Loader →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Wacker Neuson's new articulated wheel loader, the WL28, is a versatile material handling machine that is compact in size, but big on features. This 3-ton, 0.5 cu. yd. loader is an excellent choice for construction, landscape and snow removal applications. It offers modern technology, superb visibility and a comfortable cab with a user-friendly control layout, according to the manufacturer. The WL28 is making an impact in the global market for its ability to work efficiently in confined areas. Click for more...

Ritchie Bros. Digs Into Farm Equipment Trends With May 2022 Market Trends Report →

With its May Market Trends Report, Ritchie Bros. digs through farm equipment data to showcase trends in tractor, combine, header, sprayer, and air drill sales. According to Ritchie Bros. agriculture index, equipment prices are up approximately 14 percent year over year, for the three months ending April 2022. The free monthly report outlines decreasing inflation rates for most U.S. and Canada price indexes. Click for more...

John Deere, Grady Twin Pak Enter Into Bilateral Baler Distribution Agreement →

John Deere has announced an alliance agreement with Mike and Jason Grady of Twin Pak to better serve existing and future John Deere small bale baler customers in the United States. "These agreements combine a revolutionary, patented small bale baler design with a best-in-class dealer network," said Rob Rippen, John Deere global business manager of baling and mowing. "We're excited to work with John Deere and more than double the productivity of small square bale farmers, allowing them to do more with fewer operators," said Jason Grady, Twin Pak general manager. Click for more...

Busch Light, John Deere Team Up to Support American Farmers →

Busch Light, longtime supporter of farming communities, announced that it will bring limited-edition "For the Farmers" cans to fans across the country. The initiative is in collaboration with John Deere, the iconic tractor company with a 188-year history in supporting farmers. A portion of the proceeds from the release will benefit Farm Rescue, a non-profit that provides critical material aid to family farms. Click for more...

Farm Equipment Dealer Hoober Inc. Plans $3M Expansion →

Farm equipment dealer Hoober Inc. plans a $3 million expansion with a boost from a low-interest loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority. Leacock Township-based Hoober plans to construct a 22,400-sq.-ft. free standing building directly adjacent to its existing 51,580-sq.-ft. facility located at 3452 Old Philadelphia Pike. Hoober was approved by PIDA for a 15-year $1.5 million loan at a 1.5 percent interest rate. Click for more...

Atlantic Tractor to Acquire Smith's Implements →

Atlantic Tractor announced on May 5, 2022, that it will be acquiring Smith's Implements located in Hagerstown, Md., and Mercersburg, Chambersburg and Carlisle, Pa., on or about June 6, 2022. As part of the agreement, Atlantic Tractor will be assuming these retail locations to support the agricultural, governmental, commercial, residential and construction customers in the area with John Deere, Stihl, Honda and other short-line equipment products. Click for more...

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