Agricultural Equipment Articles

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...

Finding Your Comfort Zone: Navigating Modern Compact Track Loader, Skid Steer Comfort Features →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Comfort while operating equipment used to be more of an afterthought. That all seems to be changing. Based on a recent survey from a top manufacturer, comfort is the number one factor customers look at today when considering which configuration of a compact track loader or skid steer to purchase. And it doesn't take much contemplation to see why. Manufacturers across the board continue to up the ante with modern comfort features, meaning operators have become accustomed to a certain level of luxury, especially in the last few years. Click for more...

Lifelong Farmer Finds New Gear in Semi-Retirement →

From Construction Equipment Guide... America, 1898: The city of Greater, N.Y., was created; the World's Fair opened in Omaha; the Spanish-American war was fought and finished; and the Bjork Family Farm was established near Dunbar Township, N.D. Four generations later, Brian Bjork carries out his family legacy on that same farmstead. "I never changed my address until we built a new house a few years ago," Brian said. "Even then, our mailbox only moved about a foot." Bjork built a new house across the street, and his daughter and her family moved into his childhood home. Click for more...

Next Generation Cat 906, 907, 908 Compact Wheel Loaders →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Building on the success of the Cat M-Series compact wheel loaders, the new Next Generation Cat 906, 907 and 908 wheel loaders boast a reengineered operator's station, leveraging exclusive Cat technologies to improve operator experience and provide larger wheel loader model comfort on a smaller platform. Featuring the new Cat C2.8 engine, the upgraded drive and powertrain deliver faster roading speeds and drive train performance. Click for more...

4Rivers Equipment to Specialize in Construction, Ag Side Merges With 21st Century →

Effective June 12, 4Rivers Equipment's Ag division will merge with 21st Century Equipment. While 4Rivers Equipment will maintain an excellent working relationship with the Ag group, its Construction and Forestry division will grow and excel as it provides laser-focused support and service. The decision to merge was made after careful consideration and with the ultimate goal of enhancing customer support. Click for more...

John Deere Forms Joint Venture With GUSS Automation →

Deere & Company has formed a joint venture with GUSS Automation LLC, in Kingsburg, Calif. GUSS (Global Unmanned Spray System) is a pioneer in semi-autonomous orchard and vineyard sprayers. High-value crops (HVCs), such as orchards and vineyards, generate significantly higher value per acre than grains or oilseeds. The three primary high-value crop categories include bedded crops (vegetables and melons), vineyards (grapes and other berries) and orchard crops (almonds, citrus, olives, apples, etc.). Click for more...

Titan Machinery Inc. Announces CFO Transition Plan →

Titan Machinery Inc. , a network of full-service agricultural and construction equipment stores, announced that Chief Financial Officer Mark Kalvoda has provided his notice of resignation effective Jan. 15, 2023, to pursue other interests. Kalvoda will remain in his current role as CFO to ensure a smooth and constructive transition to his successor. The company will initiate a search process to identify a suitable finance executive to replace him. Click for more...

Bobcat Introduces TL723, TL923 Telehandlers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... A go-to favorite for agriculture, construction, landscaping, snow removal and many other applications, the all new TL723 and TL923 telehandlers from Bobcat give operators the flexibility to accomplish a variety of demanding tasks with superior precision and performance. These newest models, in addition to the TL619 launched in 2021, round out the R-Series telehandler lineup. Featuring redesigned comfort cabs, turbo-charged Tier IV engines and easy-to-access service points, the machines combine power and nimbleness to create a lifting, stacking, backfilling and reaching machine matched for the toughest jobs. Click for more...

ASV Smooth CTL Turf Tracks Outperform Treaded Tracks in Certain Conditions →

From Construction Equipment Guide... ASV Holdings Inc. , a manufacturer of all-purpose and all-season compact track loaders and skid steers, offers smooth turf tracks for minimized damage to soft, delicate surfaces. With a combination of greater ground surface area and the benefits of ASV's Posi-Track undercarriage, the turf tracks can achieve equal or better traction than treaded tracks on dry surfaces. ASV turf tracks can be trusted to minimize damage to topsoil and root systems, allowing for faster job completion in landscape, hardscape and golf course applications, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Far West Equipment Dealers Association Partners With Inaugural FIRA USA Ag Robotic Event →

Far West Equipment Dealers Association (FWEDA) is partnering with World FIRA, the leading event in Ag Robotics, for FIRA USA in Fresno, Calif. Oct. 18 to 20, 2022. Jointly organized between the French association GOFAR, the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, Western Growers Association and the Fresno-Merced Future of Food (F3) Initiative, FIRA USA 2022 will bring together specialty crop growers, robot manufacturers, industrials, academics, technologists, startups and investors for three days of problem-solving, decision making and planning. Click for more...

Stotz Equipment Celebrates 75 Years →

Stotz Equipment, a family-owned and operated John Deere dealership, is celebrating 75 years in business. The company's roots with John Deere extend through four generations with more than 100 years in the John Deere business. Stotz Equipment attributes its long-term success to holding true to its founding values: Quality, Integrity, Loyalty, Caring and Community. They have made it their purpose to create a better life for their families, communities and those connected to the land. Click for more...

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