According to a report from Sturgis Journal, Bates Tractor & Equipment in Coldwate Mich., has announced it will close after almost 43 years of service. The dealership carried New Holland and Woods Equipment Co. equipment lines. Bates Tractor & Equipment first opened in 1977 as a result of Charlie Bates, founder, purchasing Gaglio Ford Tractor.

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