Data & Forecasts

[Podcast] Economists Expect 'Muted Growth' in Ag Equipment Industry

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we share an economic outlook on the ag equipment industry from Patrick Luce and Jeremy Bess, principal economists with Stantec.

Economists Expect 'Muted Growth' in Ag Equipment Industry

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 07:00:00 -0500

DataPoint: Farm Sector Debt to Reach Record High in 2026

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

U.S. farm sector debt is expected to reach a record high, $605.1 billion in 2026, according to the latest USDA forecast, a 4.5% nominal increase from 2025 and a 1.5% increase when adjusted for inflation.

Art’s Way Reports Ag Sales Growth in 3Q

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Art’s-Way Manufacturing announced its financial results for the 3Q and first nine months of fiscal 2026, noting it’s seeing continued strong demand for livestock equipment, and its ag equipment sales have remained above 2025 levels.

Stripper Header Markets Continues to Expand

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

For decades, if farmers wanted to use a stripper header instead of a conventional header on their combine, they bought one from Shelbourne Reynolds. In recent years, new manufacturers have entered and exited the market.

[Podcast] FTC, USDA Launch Public Inquiry on Ag Equipment Manufacturing & Distribution

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take a look at the FTC and USDA’s announcement that they are seeking public comment on farm equipment manufacturing and distribution practices.

FTC, USDA Launch Public Inquiry on Ag Equipment Manufacturing & Distribution

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Farmer Sentiment Drops as Concerns About Input Costs Increase

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:57:17 -0400

The September barometer survey was conducted among 400 farmers across the country from September 14 to 18, 2026.

[Podcast] Dealer Associations Plan to Unify

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we report on the recently announced plans to bring Associated Equipment Distributors and the North American Equipment Dealers Association together under one unified organization — Associated Equipment Dealers.

Dealer Associations Plan to Unify

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

DataPoint: U.S. Manufacturers’ Inventories of Farm Machinery & Equipment

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Manufacturers serving the U.S. market remain cautious about production as they work to bring dealer inventories into balance with demand. AGCO, CNH and Deere have all reported lower production hours and a focus on balancing production with demand.

Equipment Manufacturers See Equipment Demand Improving

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

During a Farm Progress Show press conference aimed at the foreign press, AGCO leadership stressed its focus on growing the Fendt brand in North America.

Record Diesel Prices Pressure Farm Margin

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The average price of U.S. diesel reached a new all-time high of $5.94 a gallon on Wednesday, up 4 cents from the prior record set Monday, according to AAA. That puts prices up 61% from a year ago, reports Agri–Pulse.

Diesel Prices Pressure, Improving Ag Equipment Demand

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we report on the impact rising diesel prices are likely to have on farm margin and equipment demand.

[Podcast] Diesel Prices Pressure Improving Ag Equipment Demand

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we report on the impact rising diesel prices are likely to have on farm margin and equipment demand.

DataPoint: Capital Purchases vs. Annual Net Farm Income on Illinois Grain Farms

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

According to the European Union’s August 24 Joint Research Center’s MARS Bulletin, persistent heat and exceptional water deficits have substantially worsened summer crop prospects across western and most of central Europe, reducing fertility and biomass accumulation, impairing grain filling and accelerating senescence.

Farmer Sentiment Rises Again in August as Future Expectations Improve

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

For the first time since June 2025, a higher proportion of respondents expect their operation to be better off financially.

EU Summer Crop Yields Fall Below 5-Year Average Amid Severe Weather

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Canada Imposes Retaliatory Tariffs on Ag Equipment

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

New tariffs went into effect on August 22 on billions of dollars’ worth of U.S. imports from Canada after trade talks between the neighboring countries collapsed.

[Podcast] Canada Responds with Tariffs on Farm Equipment

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the retaliatory tariffs Canada is enacting on U.S. goods, effective September 8.

Canada Responds with Tariffs on Farm Equipment

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the retaliatory tariffs Canada is enacting on U.S. goods, effective September 8.

Where Is the Market Heading?

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The most common question at this year’s Dealership Minds Summit was “Where is this market heading?” Trade Values & Trends is brought to you by Tractor Zoom.

Deere Reports Third Quarter Net Income of $1.379 Billion

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Worldwide net sales and revenues increased 5 percent, to $12.608 billion, for the third quarter of 2026 and rose 7 percent, to $35.589 billion, for nine months.

Ag Equipment Intelligence Book of Data Points (4th Edition)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0400

This 4th Edition of Ag Equipment Intelligence's “Book of Data Points,” brought to you by Associated Equipment Dealers (AED), includes 35 unique “charts” of industry content that appeared in Ag Equipment Intelligence monthly newsletter and/or special reports over the past year.

Commodity Ticker: August 7 vs. July 22

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

As of July 22, corn prices were $4.36, down 26 cents from our last episode.

DataPoint: Sentiment Stronger Among Livestock Producers, But Challenges are Similar to Crop Producers

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Crop and livestock producers reported different views of the agricultural economy in the July 2026 Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer survey.

Corn Condition Unchanged, Soy Down 1% From Last Week

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Corn condition G/EX unchanged vs. last week at 61% (as expected), soybeans -1% to 62% (63% forecast). Prices have pulled back in recent weeks with Corn back to <$4.40/bu, Soybeans to $11.60/bu, remaining well below breakeven levels.

[Podcast] AGCO & CNH Announce Precision & Technology Leadership Shifts

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the implications Deere's settlement with the FTC has on the broader industry.

AGCO & CNH Announce Precision & Technology Leadership Shifts

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at the implications Deere's settlement with the FTC has on the broader industry.

Corn and Soy Condition Both Below Forecasts

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

View the latest Baird Equity Research corn and soybean report.