As a part of the long-term supply agreement, Cummins is the engine supplier to Versatile agriculture equipment for Tier 3 QSL, QSM and QSX engines, Tier 4 Interim QSB6.7, QSL9, QSX11.9 and QSX15 engines, and Tier 4 Final QSB6.7, QSL9, QSG12 and QSX15 engines.
In today’s newscast we report on the impact the California drought and low commodity prices had on the ag industry, Buhler growing its dealer network, Trimble’s acquisition of IRON Solutions and Lindsay’s latest earnings report.
Demand for tractors, particularly the DeltraTrack units, continues to be strong. However, as anticipated, the decline in commodity prices has resulted in a reduction in sales.
Versatile is introduced a new line of self-propelled sprayers at Commodity Classic. Available in two models, the SX240 and SX280 represent an evolution on the current sprayer design and will replace the SX275.
Marty Cook has been hired as the new Director of Sales for Versatile. Marty will oversee sales, service and service parts for all Versatile product in North America and will be instrumental in fulfilling the vision of Versatile becoming a full-line equipment manufacturer and supplier of choice for farm equipment dealers.
Versatile is pleased to announce that Alan Graff will assume the role of Dealer Development Manager for North America. This new position has been created to help identify and support strong new dealers for the Versatile brand through-out North America. Additionally the position will entail evaluating dealer prospects and working with existing dealers in expansion or acquisition planning. Working with the regional territory managers, Alan will evaluate the facilities, staff (service, sales and finance) and the financial situation of each dealer and proceed accordingly in targeted market areas.
In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at President Trump's tariff reduction on ag equipment, the latest dealer sales forecasts, and how high input costs are keeping farmer sentiment down.
Since 1980, A&I Products has become a leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor of aftermarket replacement parts for the agricultural, turf, and industrial equipment markets. A&I Products' experience and expertise has greatly contributed to the company's reputation as a top supplier of quality, reasonably priced parts. Founded with roots as a small machine shop and repair facility, the company made the transition by manufacturing new parts to replace those that were identified as commonly needing repair. Throughout the 1980s, the company quickly garnered a reputation for offering quality parts at a reasonable price.
Built on 90 years of expertise, Yetter Farm Equipment leads the agriculture industry in designing effective and innovative equipment for residue management, seedbed preparation, precision fertilizer placement, harvest attachments, strip-tillage, and more.
At Machinery Scope, we believe you deserve the best risk management solutions for your investments in heavy equipment. Since 2013, we have been proud to offer extended warranty, appraisals, and inspections. Machinery Scope is a family-owned business built on our experience in farming and equipment dealerships. We understand your business and provide a personalized and professional level of customer service. Machinery Scope has built a strong warranty product with our customers in mind, offering the same professional level of service from the time you get a quote, through the processing of a claim.