Data & Forecasts

RSS

Information on data, forecasts and business outlooks from equipment manufacturers, associations, USDA and other sources.

ARTICLES

Corn, Soybean Plantings Fall Further Behind

May 21, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

USDA data indicates that corn planted after the middle of this month (May) tends to produce lower yields than corn crops planted in April or early part of May. This isn’t good news for anyone involved.

Crop Planting Progress Remains Far Behind Last Year and 5 Year Average

May 14, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

With improved weather in much of the Corn Belt this week farmers should make some significant progress in getting their corn and soybeans in the ground. They will need it because, as of this past Sunday, May 12, planting lagged far behind what one might expect at this point in the season.

[Video] A Sneak Peek at Compatibility Enhancements from AEF

May 13, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts, Product Innovations & Introductions

At the 2019 Plugfest event in Lincoln, Neb., Andrew Olliver with the Agricultural Industry Electronics Foundation (AEF) shares some recent and upcoming improvements to the organization's ongoing efforts to improve ag equipment compatibility through conformance testing and databasing of ISOBUS certified machinery.

‘Some’ Progress Made in Corn Plantings; Soybeans Not So Much

May 6, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

According to USDA, 23% of corn acres had been planted as of May 5. This is 8% better than a week earlier. While that may be considered progress, it remains well behind the 36% planted a year ago on this date.

U.S. & Canada Tractor Sales Mixed in February; Combines Sales Remain Strong

March 11, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

U.S. sales of ag tractors and combines remained in the plus column for February, according to the latest sales data from the Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM).

AEM Releases January Ag Equipment Sales Numbers

February 12, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

January 2019 saw increases in U.S. sales of self-propelled combines and 4WlD tractors as well as total U.S. 2WD tractor sales compared to January last year, according to the latest data from the Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM).

From the Desk of Dave Kanicki

Farm Equipment Sales: Where to From Here?

By Dave Kanicki posted on February 12, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

Most of the numbers are in on farm machinery sales in 2018 and, all in all, it wasn’t too bad of a year for many/most equipment dealers and manufacturers.

Total-Sales-—-Average-&-by-Sales-Volume_Lead art.jpg

Dealer Financials Improving, But More Work Needed

While dealers’ bottom lines are looking better, they must improve overall operations if they hope to enhance their profits in the years ahead.

By Dave Kanicki posted on January 29, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts, Operations & Finance

Based on the results of the Western Equipment Dealers Assn.’s 2018 Cost of Doing Business Study, North American farm equipment dealers are making progress in improving a number of metrics typically used to measure their financial performance.

All U.S. Tractor Categories, Combine Sales Up in December

January 10, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

The Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers’ December U.S. Ag Tractor and Combine Report shows all machine categories recorded year-to-date growth as 2018 closed out.

Purdue Study Points to Decline in Producer Sentiment

January 8, 2019 | Posted in Data & Forecasts

The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer declined moderately in December to 127, which was 7 points below the index’s value one month earlier and 9 points below October’s reading.

More Articles Tagged with 'Data & Forecasts'

IMAGE GALLERIES

2017 Equipment Dealers Assn. Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey

In early June, the Equipment Dealers Assn. (EDA) released the results of its annual Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey. Through this study, equipment dealers rated the companies whose products they represent on 11 key categories of dealership operations and support.

Growth Strategies Webinar: Dealers Share Revenue Opportunities for Rural Lifestyle Market

Farm Equipment Videos

A Sneak Peek at Compatibility Enhancements from AEF

Events

AgGateway's Mid-Year Meeting

Date: 06/10/19

Location: Altoona, IA

Attendees will be able to learn about and participate in discussions on a variety of initiatives geared toward enabling the industry's transition to digital agriculture; the meeting also features many valuable networking opportunities.

View Event

More Events

Top Directory Listings

Yetter Farm Equipment

Built on 88 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.

Montag Mfg

At Montag Mfg., we specialize in fertilizer equipment. Our complete fertilizer application system will help you start reaping the benefits of deep band fertilizer.

Machinery Scope

Machinery Scope offers premier risk management tools for farm equipment. We provide timely, personalized, and flexible solutions to protect more farm equipment investments than anyone in the industry. We add value and peace of mind when you are buying, selling, or managing your farm equipment by offering extended warranty plans.

Data & Forecasts
RSS