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AGCO and Agility Robotics Advance Smart Manufacturing with Humanoid Robot Pilot in Hesston, Kan., Facility

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:56:08 -0400

AGCO joins a growing number of global leading companies deploying Agility's humanoid robots, including Toyota, GXO and Schaeffler.

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.

Greeneye Technology GM Discusses Big Move to Salina, Kan.

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Greeneye Technology has picked Salina, Kan., as the spot for its North American headquarters. It’s a big move after a big year for the AI-powered targeted spraying tech company.

FTC & USDA Seek Public Comment on Ag Equipment Manufacturing & Distribution Market Practices

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a joint public inquiry on Oct. 7, 2026, regarding issues affecting ag equipment manufacturing and distribution markets, including potential anticompetitive conduct.

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.

Scale-Tec, Weed-It Sign on as Final Title Sponsors for 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit

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

Scale-Tec and Weed-It have signed on as the final Title Sponsors for the 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit, Jan. 11-12 in Indianapolis.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: October 16, 2026

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Keep the Conversation Going After the Quote
90 Years Of American Manufacturing At Gandy- Factory Tour
Happy National Farmers Day!
A Big Wish. A Red Tractor.
Is Agriculture Stuck in a Commodity Cycle?

Mahindra Announces Commercial Production of Clean Seed's No-Till Seeder Under Mahindra Brand

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

An innovative no-till multi-crop seeding machine, the MaxSeeder is designed to sow a wide variety of crops, including rice, wheat, soybean, corn and cotton.

AED Expands State Government Affairs Program Nationwide, Creating a Stronger Voice for Equipment Dealers

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:42:32 -0400

The expansion builds on the success of AED’s Far West legislative visit program, which connects dealers with legislative leaders and executive branch officials.

Lundell Plastics and PolyTech Join Forces, Combining Ag Product and Manufacturing Expertise

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:24:00 -0400

The combination builds on Lundell Plastics' more than 40 years of experience developing poly components for agricultural and industrial equipment while adding PolyTech's established agricultural product line, product knowledge and market expertise.

CLAAS Opens New Research & Development Center in Omaha

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:39:07 -0400

CLAAS has been part of the Omaha community for more than 25 years, and the company’s continued investment demonstrates the important role Nebraska plays in CLAAS’ North American operations.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: October 9, 2026

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Why Are Farmers Less Confident Despite Higher Crop Prices?
Can They Guess This Farm Equipment?
The Farm With No Cell Signal That Became a Tech Test Bed
A Heartfelt Send-Off: Deere Employee’s Daughter Celebrated as Hawkeye Kid Captain
The Sacred Cow No One Talks About — Why Dealerships Struggle for Profit

Brothers Machinery Company Acquires Gulf Coast Bobcat

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:46:41 -0400

The transaction establishes Brothers Machinery as a standalone platform backed by an experienced, long-term investment partner, and will focus on strengthening the Company’s existing branch network, enhancing service to customers and pursuing growth opportunities across the compact equipment market.

Alamo Group Ends Dixie Chopper Mower Production

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

According to one dealer source, Dixie Chopper is selling its inventory to dealers at 65% off list.

Titan International Signs On as Title Sponsor for all 4 Lessiter Media Live Ag Events

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:19:37 -0400

Lessiter Media is proud to announce Titan International has signed on as a Title Sponsor for all 4 live ag events.

FTC and USDA Seek Public Comment on Ag Equipment Manufacturing and Distribution Market Practices

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:57:39 -0400

The joint request for information is a part of the FTC’s ongoing work to preserve competition in the agricultural sector.

DataPoint: Perceived Benefit of AI & Data-Driven Tools in Ag

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On September 16, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to a new target range of 3.75-4%. That was the first rate hike since July 2023.

NorthBuilt Signs On as Title Sponsor for 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:36:01 -0400

NorthBuilt is returning for a second year as Title Sponsor after their experience in 2026.

Up-to-the-Minute Used Machinery Trends Data & Analysis for Precision Dealers

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:18:00 -0400

Andy Campbell, Director of Insights, Tractor Zoom, walks dealers through the latest signals his group is noticing in the values of farm machinery and key implements.

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.

Interest Rates Continue to Add Volatility

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On September 16, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to a new target range of 3.75-4%. That was the first rate hike since July 2023.

Finance Scope Joins MAZO Capital Solutions, Expanding Nationwide Vendor Finance Offering

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Customers, dealers, and referral partners will keep working with the same Finance Scope team they know, now backed by MAZO’s capital relationships, credit infrastructure, and technology platform.

AGCO Restructures Executive Leadership Team

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:42:06 -0400

The broader restructuring brings related responsibilities together under existing senior leaders and gives them accountability for business performance as well as company-wide functions.

Kubota Canada Once Again Tops Dealer Rankings

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The North American Equipment Dealers Assn.’s annual Dealer Manufacturer Relations survey results are out, and Kubota Canada once again came out on top with the highest average mean score for the full line manufacturers.

Aligning ‘Smart Implements’ with Autonomous Tractors

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Carbon Robotics is well known for its LaserWeeder, but did you know the company also makes autonomy retrofit kits for tractors and implements?

Dealer Associations Announce ‘Unification’ Plan

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On September 24, the North American Equipment Dealers Association and Associated Equipment Distributors announced plans to merge, effective January 2027.

Your Roadmap to a More Profitable Precision Dealership

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:50:53 -0400

Precision Farming Dealer editors are excited to announce the release of the 12^th annual Precision Farming Dealer Summit program. Here's what to expect Jan. 11-12 in Indianapolis ...

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.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: October 2, 2026

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

John Deere, Right-to-Repair and the Farm Equipment Aftermarket with Willie Cade
The Smarter the Machine, the Simpler it Should Be
Shaping the Future of Farming
120 Years Since International Harvester
New Book Helps Farm Equipment Sellers Prepare for the Next Generation of Search