FEMA not only made me a better employee, but a better person overall. The information and knowledge I gained over the years, and the relationships I acquired—many of them becoming lifelong friendships—are priceless.
In this episode of The Germinate Podcast, Joe Sampson and Tim Burenga take listeners on a 45-year journey of WorkSaver—from its founding by Tim’s father in 1980 to its evolution as a dual-focused manufacturer and OEM contract specialist. Tim shares hard-earned lessons in cost control, cash flow management, and the balance between growing the dealer network while protecting its value.
I am excited to be part of today’s FEMA. With challenges at every turn, we can rest assured knowing that together we are stronger because of the bonds created by this association.
FEMA has been, and will continue to be, a vital link in the U.S. and Canadian ag equipment markets and without such an organization those markets would lag in new product development and introduction.
As agricultural machinery grows more complex and costly, the risk of unexpected repairs threatens financial success. Offering extended coverage ensures peace of mind and stability, brought to you by Ag Guard.
Joe Sampson, founder and CEO of Embo Sales and the host of The Germinate Podcast, moderated a session that provided an insight into the complexities of family business, the power of leadership styles and the balancing act that includes with non-family members, economic pressures, and the future of the industry as families pass down leadership.
Dealers were more optimistic than one might expect regarding demand for used farm equipment. Over 60% of respondents said they believe the tariffs will result in either a slight or significant increase in demand.
In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we review the decline in farmer sentiment in April, which saw the Ag Economy Barometer and the Farm Capital Investment Index drop to their lowest levels since October 2024.
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.