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Author: Gina Clark

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Body Language for Sales

December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 Gina Clark Marketing & Distribution Convention, Chris Carter

Chris Carter, who recently presented at the general session at the Marketing & Distribution Convention, shows how to identify when your prospect is ready to buy, and how to communicate so that they’re always buying YOU.

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Väderstad Top Down Cultivator Receives Farm Machine 2024 Award

December 14, 2023January 10, 2024 Gina Clark Vaderstad, Agritechnica

Väderstad’s TopDown with E-services cultivator is the recipient of the Farm Machine 2024 award in the tillage category.

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Happy Anniversary and Welcome New Members!

December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 Gina Clark Welcome

Happy Anniversary to our members celebrating milestone anniversaries. We would also like to extend a warm welcome to our newest members.

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President’s Message: Reinke’s Forward Vision

December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 Gina Clark Randy Reinke

You are the Association’s greatest resource. Together, we will make a difference and evolve with whatever changes are coming.

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Farmer Sentiment Improves, Amidst Stronger Financial Condition

December 11, 2023January 10, 2024 Gina Clark Purdue/CME Group, Farmer Sentiment

For the second month in a row, farmer sentiment improved as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer climbed five points to reach an index value of 115 which left the index 12 percent higher than a year earlier

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Titan Machinery Reports Q4 Earnings

December 5, 2023December 5, 2023 Gina Clark Q4 Earnings

Titan Machinery reports financial results for the fiscal third quarter, ending on October 31.

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Ag Equipment Intelligence Executive Briefing

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Ag Equipment Intelligence

Join Ag Equipment Intelligence for an executive briefing from Dealers, Manufacturers, Industry Experts and discover how 2024 looks from their vantage point.

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One-Year Farm Bill Extension Passes Through Congress

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark American Farm Bureau, Farm Bill, Zippy Duvall

In a decisive move to avert a government shutdown, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly approved a short-term extension of the 2018 Farm Bill, securing a crucial 87-11 vote.

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Global Freight Recession Will Continue in 2024

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark supply chain

The global shipping industry has been mired in a freight recession this year and the challenging economic conditions will continue

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The Corrosion Cost: Coating’s Role in Prevention

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark PPG, Corrosion, Paint

Data suggests the global cost of corrosion to be a staggering $2.5 trillion, about 3.4% of the global gross domestic product (GDP).

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Trelleborg Opens Manufacturing Plant in Vietnam

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Vietnam

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions starts production at its first ever manufacturing facility in Vietnam.

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Global Precision Ag Market to Grow by 13% by 2032

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Global Precision Ag

Farmers are transitioning from traditional farming practices to precision farming due to the significant cost advantages afforded by mechanical agricultural technologies.

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Health Benefits Costs to Increase 5.2% in 2024

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark

Employers expect a sharp increase of 5.2% in the average per-employee cost of employer-sponsored health insurance in 2024, according to a recent report.

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US Steel Idles Granite City Works, Laying Off 1,000 Workers

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Granite City Works

U.S. Steel is indefinitely idling primary operations at its Granite City Works steel mill in Illinois.

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Lee Presented with C. P. Nicholson Membership Award

November 30, 2023January 10, 2024 Gina Clark Kenny Lee, Marc Ivey

Kenny Lee with Landoll Company, LLC is the 2023 recipient of the C.P. Nicholson Membership Award, an honor bestowed upon the executive who recruits the most member companies into the Association.

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Deere Right-to-Repair Lawsuit to Continue

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Deere

A federal judge on Monday said Deere & Company must face claims from crop farms and farmers that the agricultural machinery maker has unlawfully conspired to restrict services for maintenance and repair.

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Bayer Loses 4th Straight Roundup Suit

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark glyphosate

Bayer faces a payout of $1.56 billion after a Missouri jury found in favor of the plaintiffs who blamed its Roundup weedkiller for causing their cancers.

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Deere Reports Q4 Earnings

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Deere, Q4 Earnings

Deere reported net income of $2.369 billion for the fourth quarter ended Oct. 29, 2023,

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Kinze & Ag Leader Owe Deere $16 Million in Planter Lawsuit

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark lawsuit

An Iowa jury returned a verdict that found Kinze and Ag Leader had infringed on several John Deere patents regarding True Speed/SureSpeed technology.

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2024 Will See Continued Push to Digitize Supply Chains

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark supply chain, Digitization

A recent survey found 76% of manufacturers are adopting digital tools to gain enhanced transparency into their supply chain.

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Manufacturers: Don’t Overlook Important Tax Credits

November 29, 2023November 30, 2023 Gina Clark Tax Credit, Pinion Global

In the manufacturing industry, there are many available tax credits for businesses. Is your company taking advantage of valuable tax credits that are easily overlooked, but easy to obtain?

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Rural Mainstreet Slumps to Lowest Level in Three Years

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023 Gina Clark Mainstreet Economy

For a third straight month, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) sank below growth neutral.

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2024 Forecast: The Unstoppable Surge Towards Digitalizing Supply Chains

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 Gina Clark Deloitte Survey, Blockchains

A recent survey from Deloitte, 2024 Manufacturing Outlook, looked at the changes expected with the supply chain.

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Deere Reports $61.3 Billion in Q4 Earnings

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 Gina Clark Deere, Q4 Earnings

Deere & Company reported net income of $2.369 billion for the fourth quarter ended Oct. 29, 2023.

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Buhler Reports Q3 Earnings

November 20, 2023November 20, 2023 Gina Clark Buhler Industries, Q3 Earnings

Buhler announced revenue for the quarter was $60.1 million, down $5.2 million from the same quarter in the prior year.

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Highlights from the 2023 Marketing & Distribution Convention

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark FC23

Over 300 executives convened to connect with industry peers, reignite their enthusiasm for their businesses, forge invaluable connections, and glean insights from some of the most brilliant minds in our field.

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Scenes from the Industry Showcase

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark Marketing & Distribution Convention

Check out a slide show from the Marketing & Distribution Convention Industry Showcase.

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Board of Directors Elected at Fall Convention in Kansas City

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark Marketing & Distribution Convention, Board of Directors

The Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association Board of Directors elected officers at its Marketing & Distribution Convention at the Sheraton Crown Center in Kansas City, MO on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.

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Agriculture Leaders Agree to One-Year Farm Bill Extension

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark Farm Bill, Government Shutdown

Agricultural leaders in Congress have negotiated a one-year farm bill extension to be included in a proposed measure to keep the government running.

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EMDA Board Elected During 2023 Fall Convention in Kansas City

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark EMDA Board of Directors

EMDA recently elected officers and directors at the Marketing & Distribution Convention in Kansas City, MO.

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Canada House Passes Right-to-Repair Legislation

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark Right to Repair, Canada

Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada (AMC) explains the recent passing of Canadian right-to-repair legislation

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Steel Production

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark Steel Production

Steel production in net tons as of November 6, 2023.

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4WD Tractor Sales Maintained Upward Momentum in October

November 14, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark Tractor Combine Sales

Unit sales of 4WD ag tractors continued growing in both the U.S. and Canada in October, making a strong opening of the final quarter of 2023.

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Farmer Sentiment Improves as Financial Outlook Brightens

November 13, 2023January 10, 2024 Gina Clark Farmer Sentiment

The Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 4 points in October to a reading of 110.

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CNH Expands Partnership with LS Tractor

November 13, 2023November 16, 2023 Gina Clark CNH Industrial

CNH Industrial announced Nov. 8 its intention to expand its partnership with LS Tractor.

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Kubota North America Names New Leadership Team

November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 Gina Clark Kubota North America, Todd Stucke

Kubota North America announced significant leadership changes following the Kubota Corporation (KBT) board of directors meeting held in Osaka, Japan.

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Association Elects Officers at Fall Meeting

November 10, 2023November 13, 2023 Gina Clark Marketing & Distribution Convention, Board of Directors

The Board of Directors of the Association elected officers at the Marketing & Distribution Convention in Kansas City, MO on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.

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AGCO Reports Record Q3 Net Sales

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 Gina Clark AGCO, Q3 Results

AGCO has reported financial results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2023. Net sales for 3Q2023 were approximately $3.5 billion, an increase of 10.7% year-over-year.

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Valmont Net Sales Down 4% in Q3

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 Gina Clark Valmont, Q3 Results

For its third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2023. Valmont reported net sales of $1.1 billion, down 4.3% year-over-year.

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Trimble Reports Q3 Revenue

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 Gina Clark Trimble, Q3 Results

Trimble Inc. recently announced financial results for the third quarter of 2023. Third Quarter 2023 Financial Highlights Revenue of $957.3

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S3 Group Ltd. Acquires Power Pin Inc.

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 Gina Clark S3 Group

S3 Group Ltd. has officially announced their acquisition of Power Pin Inc.

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Alamo Reports Record Q3 Net Sales

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 Gina Clark Alamo Group, Q3 Earnings

Alamo reported record third quarter 2023 net sales of $419.6 million, an increase of 13.8% compared to $368.8 million in the third quarter of 2022.

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CNH Reports Q3 Revenue of $6 Billion

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023 Gina Clark CNH, Q3 Earnings

CNH Industrial reported consolidated revenues of $5.99 billion, up approximately 2% compared to Q3 2022.

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NAEDA CEO Recognized with Distinguished Service Award

November 7, 2023November 7, 2023 Gina Clark Kim Rominger, NAEDA, Brad Hershey

The North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) Board presented the NAEDA CEO, Kim Rominger, with a Distinguished Service Award.

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Shortline Legends Hall of Fame Awards Presented at Fall Meeting

November 7, 2023November 9, 2023 Gina Clark Kim Schmidt, Shortline Hall of Fame, Don Landoll, Roy Applequist

Don Landoll, Applequist honored with Shortline Legends Award at the Marketing & Distribution Convention in Kansas City, MO.

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AGCO to Furlough Up to 900 Employees in Kansas Plant

October 27, 2023October 27, 2023 Gina Clark

AGCO will temporarily furlough up to 900 employees to “upgrade critical systems” at the company’s Hesston, KS facility.

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See You in KC: A Few Important Notes!

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 Gina Clark Marketing & Distribution Convention, Last Minute Tips

If you are joining us for the 2023 Marketing & Distribution Convention at the Sheraton at Crown Center, here are a few important notes to help you prepare. (If you have not yet registered, there’s time! Go to FarmEquip.org.)

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Shortline Legends Shine at Fall Convention

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 Gina Clark Vermeer, MacDon, Kinze Manufacturing, Applequist Mfg., Shortline Legenda Hall of Fame, Landoll Company

You are cordially invited to join FEMA for the “Shortline Legends Hall of Fame,” presentation, which will take place at the upcoming Marketing & Distribution Convention on Nov. 1 at 9 a.m.

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Maintain Culture and Continuity with a Buy-Sell Agreement

October 26, 2023October 26, 2023 Gina Clark

A buy-sell agreement can be a powerful tool to protect your business culture and legacy tool and prevents unqualified buyers from disrupting the operations, culture, or vision of your business.

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Four Ways You Can Improve Your Social Media Presence

October 26, 2023November 9, 2023 Gina Clark

With so many companies competing for attention, creating a social media presence can be challenging. Here are five key strategies that can help you improve your social media presence.

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