The joint boards of the Equipment Dealers Association (EDA), the Midwest-SouthEastern Equipment Dealers Association (MSEDA), the United Equipment Dealers Association (UEDA) and the Western Equipment Dealers Association (WEDA) have voted to move forward with a proposal that would consolidate the four associations. This action is the first step towards consolidating which requires a vote by dealer members of each association, which should be completed in spring 2022.

John Deere dealer Tellus Equipment Solutions LLC announced the opening of a new Austin, Texas, store as part of its continued expansion plan. This 9,000 square foot, full-service store will have John Deere, Stihl, Honda, and other products to support residential and commercial landscaping, compact construction equipment needs, farms, and ranches. 

Hutson Inc., with other dealerships across Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana and Michigan, pooled resources and also tapped into the John Deere Emergency Response Program.

Beverage Tractor and Equipment LLC announced several leadership changes as the company’s management team grows to accommodate the company’s multi-store expansion. Stuart’s Draft General Manager, Allen Gilbert, has been promoted to the position of president.