One of the frequent observations I'll hear from precision farming dealers is that customers rarely utilize the full potential of their technology after purchase.
During dealership visits, it's always educational to get a guided tour of the business and learn about recent enhancements, whether it's a new product line, building updates or staff additions.
Many farm equipment dealers with precision farming interests consider auto-steer to be the entry point for customers who want to utilize technology. In many cases, those systems are now standard features on new tractors rolling off the assembly line. The tangible benefits of auto-steer are easily proven through reduced operator fatigue and the ability to maintain a straight path though the fields.
As dealers explore expansion into precision data management service offerings for farm customers, one of the major industry challenges is a uniform method for gathering, storing and analyzing information. But one group is working toward a standardized approach to data management.
While navigating my first National Farm Machinery Show two weeks ago in Louisville, I made note of the number of potential next-generation farmers, dealers and innovators taking in the event.
In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take a look at the Fed’s decision to hold interest rates and what to expect for the remainder of the year.
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.