Industry News

Granit Parts & DigiFarm Sign On as Title Sponsors for 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:14:10 -0400

Precision Farming Dealer is proud to announce Granit Parts and DigiFarm have signed on as Title Sponsors for the 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit.

CNH Announces Emissions-System Software Updates to Help Customers Maximize Uptime

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:21:39 -0400

The updates are intended to help customers reduce avoidable downtime during critical operating periods.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: September 25, 2026

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Running for a Cause
Mental Health In Agriculture: Perfect Sundays and Farm Dog
Meet the ‘Cereal Killer’
Moving Iron: Is the Ag Equipment Market Finally Turning Around?
2026 AED Women in Equipment Conference

Are You Ready for the Changes that Could Come with a Move to Autonomy?

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While it’s not what dealers want to hear, Quint Pottinger says, he plans on shifting to smaller equipment that can run autonomously 24/7 (or at least close to it) on his Kentucky farm.

NAEDA and AED Announce Merger to Create a Unified Voice for Equipment Dealers

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The merger brings together the strengths, expertise, and resources of both associations with a shared goal: to provide greater value to members and a stronger voice for equipment dealers.

Cory Forrester Elected Chairman of New Holland Dealer Council

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As Chairman, Forrester will lead this effort for more than 800 dealers across North America.

In Memoriam: Ronnie Holt

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Ronnie Holt, age 75, of Hopkinsville, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026. Ronnie worked in Farm Sales and retired from Martin Industries.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: September 18, 2026

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

Owning the Narrative: Why Ag Retailers Must Tell Their Story
Case IH Brick Ag Models
From the Field Podcast
Another Day on the Farm for Jackson
Why Small Dealers Have an Edge in a Tougher Market and What We Can All Learn From It

John Tye, Farm Equipment Shortline Legend, to Be Honored at West Texas Heroes Luncheon

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:37:08 -0400

A respected business leader, engineer, and entrepreneur, Tye built his career around innovation, manufacturing, and growth in the agricultural equipment industry.

AED Calls on Governors to Address U.S.-Canada Trade Impasse

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:23:44 -0400

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) President and CEO Brian P. McGuire has sent letters to U.S. governors from states with significant exposure to Canadian trade urging action to resolve the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade impasse and restore a consistent, tariff-free trade relationship.

VitalEdge Technologies Recognized as an AI-Powered SMB Solution of the Year

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Since its launch in March, VitalityAI has expanded rapidly across VitalEdge's dealer and rental customer base, embedding AI directly into the day-to-day workflows that keep equipment running.

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.

John Deere Brings Back 375 Employees to Strengthen Manufacturing Capacity

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:53:29 -0400

Callbacks support production planning and dealer inventory needs ahead of upcoming 2027 UAW contract negotiations.

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.

Butler Machinery Company Unveils New Butler Ag Identity

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:50:05 -0400

The refreshed identity honors Butler’s agricultural history while bringing a more modern and focused look to the Butler Ag brand.

Fendt Focuses on North American Growth

kschmidt@lessitermedia.com — Mon, 14 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.

Over 260 Dealers Invest in New Precision Spraying Technology

nnewman@lessitermedia.com — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

We got an up-close look at AgZen’s RealCoverage precision spraying technology at the Farm Progress Show last week in Boone, Iowa.

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.

Basic Software Signs On as Title Sponsor for 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:09:43 -0400

Basic Software has signed on as a Title Sponsor for the 2027 Precision Farming Dealer Summit, Jan. 11-12 in Indianapolis.

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.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: September 11, 2026

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

A Century of Success
I Love Summer, but I Have an Itch
A Tractor Built on Memories
Gearing Up for a Great School Year!
Blue Jackets, Big Dreams: The Future of Maine Agriculture Takes Center Stage

Vi by visorPRO Launches Dealer Knowledge Portal to Capture Dealer-Developed Fixes, Parts Lists & More

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Vi by visorPRO, the AI-powered aftermarket platform built for equipment dealerships, today announced the Dealer Knowledge Portal, a new feature that allows dealers to upload their own internal resources into Vi.

Kevin Clark of AKRS Equipment Solutions Joins AED Board

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:50:59 -0400

Clark is president and CEO of AKRS Equipment Solutions, a 27-location John Deere dealership.

Splintered Oak Equipment Acquires 3 New Holland Locations from WC Tractor in Texas

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:35:11 -0400

Splintered Oak Equipment, an 8-store New Holland dealership group in Texas, will acquire WC Tractor's 3 New Holland dealership locations in Brenham, Dayton and Sealy, Texas.

NAEDA Donates $50,000 CAD to the Canada Equipment Dealers Foundation

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:34:50 -0400

The donation reflects NAEDA’s continued investment in building the skilled workforce that Canadian equipment dealerships depend on.

Farm Equipment's Best of the Web: September 4, 2026

jupchurch@lesspub.com — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

This Week's Lineup:

75 Years of Valtra
Farmers Feel Better About the Future. So Why Aren't They Investing?
Road to Restoration | The Rare John Deere 4050 That Built a Bond With Dad
Your Service Department Is Not the Problem — It Is the Evidence
Bower Family Farm LLLP Equipment Auction | Legacy Story

Yanmar and AriensCo Join Forces to Accelerate Next-Generation Outdoor Power Equipment

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:18:30 -0400

Through the combination, Yanmar, a Japan-based manufacturer of engines, agricultural machinery and energy systems, becomes the majority partner in AriensCo, a family-owned manufacturer of outdoor power equipment.

Tractor Zoom Brings Its Trusted Equipment Values to Chattel by AgWare Inc.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:22:47 -0400

New integration lets farm credit lenders and appraisers access Tractor Zoom Pro comps and values without leaving their loan origination workflow.

Acme Equipment Opens in Bismarck

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The 13,104-square-foot facility features a Kubota showroom and houses Acme Rents.

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.