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Manufacturing Industry Responds to Passing of One Big Beautiful Bill

July 11, 2025July 11, 2025 Gina Clark Manufacturing, Legislation, Big Beautiful Bill

Trump’s recently signed budget legislation, dubbed the Big Beautiful Bill, is drawing strong support from corporations and small businesses, especially within the manufacturing sector.

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Our Immigration System Is Undermining America’s Manufacturing

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 Gina Clark AEM, Labor, Kip Eideberg, Immigration

The U.S. labor force participation rate remains below pre-pandemic levels. The country has roughly 2 million fewer workers active in the labor market than it did in 2020. In rural areas, where domestic migration continues to draw people away, immigrants are often the ones keeping local economies afloat.

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Trump to Double Steel Tariffs

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 Gina Clark tariffs, steel, Trump

On May 30, Donald Trump revealed that he is doubling his tariff on steel imports to 50% from 25%.

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Deere Acquires Sentera

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 Gina Clark Deere

John Deere recently acquired Minnesota-based Sentera, a provider of remote imagery solutions for agriculture.

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Yanmar America Advances Sustainability Efforts

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 Gina Clark Solar Panel

Member company, Yanmar America, has taken a major step toward its sustainability goals with the installation of 914 high-efficiency solar panels at its headquarters in Adairsville, GA.

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Deere Announces $20 Billion Investment to U.S. Over Next Decade

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 Gina Clark Deere, Jobs

During the Q2 2025 earning’s call, John Deere Chairman and CEO John May announced a bold commitment to invest $20 billion in the United States over the next 10 years, underscoring the continued dedication of John Deere to American workers, communities, and manufacturing.

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AEM Promotes Pro-Manufacturing Policies on National Mall in D.C.

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 Gina Clark AEM, I Make America, Washington DC

Dozens of congressional leaders joined the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) for the 2025 Celebration of Construction held last week on the National Mall.

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U.S.- China Trade War: Can the U.S. Cut Its Reliance?

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 Gina Clark tariffs, trade war

As the latest trade war escalates, agricultural exports to China have plummeted, posing serious risks for U.S. farmers. While high tariffs on cotton (140%), pork (172%), and soybeans (over 150%) have hindered trade, reports suggest China is quietly exempting 25% of U.S. imports, though no official confirmation exists.

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Deere Breaks Ground on $13.5 Mil Remanufacturing Facility

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 Gina Clark Deere, Missouri, Stafford

On May 5, Deere & Co. hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on the site of the John Deere Reman Core facility in Stafford, Mo. Deere & Co. first announced last fall.

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Tariff Pause Puts Shortliners in the Crossfire

April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 Gina Clark tariffs, AEM, Manufacturing

As President Trump hits pause on new tariffs for most countries — with China remaining the exception — both global farm equipment giants and North American shortliners are navigating uncertainty. The existing 10% tariff on imports holds steady, but future shifts remain on the table.

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Yanmar Launches New Electrification Unit

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 Gina Clark Yanmar, Electrification Unit

Yanmar has announced that it will be launching a new organization dedicated to advancing electrification in the compact off-highway segment.

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Why Tariffs May Hurt Farm Equipment Makers

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025 Gina Clark Imports, Tarrifs

The Trump administration’s 25% import tariff on steel and aluminum—key materials in farm machinery—has raised concerns about rising costs.

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CNH Lays Off Nearly 200 at Fargo Plant

March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 Gina Clark CNH Industrial, Fargo North Dakota

According to media reports, CNH Industrial has confirmed layoffs at its manufacturing plant in Fargo, N.D.

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U.S. Pauses Some Canadian, Mexican Tariffs

March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Gina Clark Mexico

President Donald Trump granted temporary tariff exemptions for Canadian and Mexican goods covered by the North American trade agreement known as USMCA until April 2.

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Trump Signals Possible Tariff Delay, Final Decision Pending Review

February 28, 2025March 3, 2025 Gina Clark trade, Trump

President Trump suggested a possible delay in new tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, setting April 2 as a potential start date.

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Tariffs Create ‘Perfect Storm’ in Farm Machinery Market

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 Gina Clark tariffs, Trump, Farm Machinery

The U.S. farm machinery industry is facing mounting challenges, including declining farm income, high input costs, and an oversupply of used equipment. Now, the threat of new trade disputes could further destabilize the market.

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US Dockworkers Approve 6-Year Contract

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 Gina Clark Dockworker Strike

Dockworkers on the U.S. East and Gulf coasts overwhelmingly approved a six-year contract Tuesday, averting the threat of a strike that could have crippled the economy.

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U.S. Manufacturers See Higher Metal Prices as Tariffs Near

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 Gina Clark tariffs, Metal Prices, Input Costs

U.S. manufacturers are already feeling the impact of impending steel and aluminum tariffs, with prices surging and supply chain uncertainty growing.

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Congratulations to the 2025 AE50 Award Recipients

February 14, 2025February 19, 2025 Gina Clark ASABE, AE50 Awards

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) recently announced its AE50 award winners representing the best innovations in engineering and technology for agricultural, food, and biological systems.

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China Puts 10% Tariff on U.S. Farm Equipment

February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 Gina Clark China Tarifs

China announced a 10% tariff on imports of U.S. farm equipment. The new tariff will start on Feb. 10, 2025.

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FTC Files Lawsuit Against Deere

January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 Gina Clark Right to Repair, Deere, Federal Trade Commission

The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against Deere & Co., on January 15 alleging the company’s repair practices violate competition law.

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Deere Announces Additional Iowa Layoffs

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 Gina Clark

John Deere has announced another round of layoffs at its Ottumwa, IA plant.

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US Retailers Face Uncertainty over Tariffs and Port Strikes

December 13, 2024December 16, 2024 Gina Clark tariffs, supply chain, Shipping, Port Strikes, NRF

Concerns over Trump’s planned tariffs and a potential port strike are likely to drive a rise in import cargo in the coming months.

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Deere Adds More Iowa Layoffs

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024 Gina Clark Deere, Layoff

John Deere Company plans to layoff 100 employees in its global workforce. Announcing they will be cutting more jobs in its Iowa state production plants, adding to the current 2024 amount of 1,700 jobs and employees.

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Manufacturing Issues to Watch Under the Trump Administration

November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 Gina Clark regulation, Trump

In the wake of former President Donald Trump’s reelection, industry leaders across the country are preparing for potential changes the new administration could bring.

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Deere Reports Q4 Net Income of $1.245 Billion

November 22, 2024November 27, 2024 Gina Clark Deere, Q4 Earnings

Deere reported net income of $1.245 billion for the fourth quarter ended October 27, 2024, or $4.55 per share, compared with net income of $2.369 billion, or $8.26 per share, for the quarter ended October 29, 2023.

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Tariffs and Strikes Loom Over U.S. Trade and Global Supply Chains

November 22, 2024 Gina Clark supply chain, Tarrifs, Strikes

Uncertainty among U.S. shippers is escalating into 2025 with the expectation of new Trump tariffs and the possibility of a new ports strike that could begin in mid-January.

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Deere Expands Reman Core Center in Missouri

November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 Gina Clark Expansion, Reman Core

John Deere announced plans to expand its John Deere Reman Core Center facility by an additional 120,000 square feet.

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Trade Commission Probes Deere Over Right to Repair

November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 Gina Clark Right to Repair, Deere, Federal Trade Commission

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is investigating Deere & Co. to determine whether the tractor giant’s equipment repair policies violate consumer protection laws, according to a public filing.

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Deere Accused of Clean Air Act Violations Over Emissions Repair Restrictions

October 4, 2024October 4, 2024 Gina Clark Deere, Clean Air Act

Sen. Elizabeth Warren accused Deere of failing to honor its agreement with the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) by offering inadequate tools and insufficient disclosures.

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Port Union Strike Threatens U.S. Supply Chain

September 12, 2024September 12, 2024 Gina Clark Strike, supply chain, International Exports, Port Union

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) is preparing for a potential strike starting October 1 if a new contract isn’t agreed upon.

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Titan Reports Q2 Revenue

August 30, 2024September 12, 2024 Gina Clark Titan Machinery, Q2 Earnings

Titan Machinery reported Aug. 29, 2024, the financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended July 31, 2024.

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ASABE Revises Standards for Drawbar Pins

August 21, 2024August 21, 2024 Gina Clark ASABE Standards, Drawbar Pins, Scott Cedarquist, Sadie Sell

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has revised ANSI/ASABE S625.2 AUG2024 Drawbar Pin Dimensions and Requirements.

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Deere Reports Q3 Earnings; Sales Down 17%

August 15, 2024August 15, 2024 Gina Clark Deere, Q3 Earnings

Deere & Company reported net income of $2.978 billion for the third quarter ended July 30, 2023, or $10.20 per share, compared with net income of $1.884 billion, or $6.16 per share, for the quarter ended July 31, 2022.

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Global Steel Production Is Flat at Midyear

August 9, 2024August 12, 2024 Gina Clark Steel Production

Global raw steel production through June 30, 2024, stands at 954.6 million metric tons, unchanged from the previous year. June’s output was 161.4 million metric tons, a 2.3% decrease from May but 0.5% higher than June 2023.

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Manufacturing Revival Sees Regional Discrepancies

August 9, 2024August 9, 2024 Gina Clark Federal Reserve, Manufacturing Revival

Concerns about a decline in U.S. manufacturing might be overstated, given that the industry still boasts a quarter-million factories employing 13 million workers.

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US Manufacturing Output Beats Expectations

July 24, 2024July 24, 2024 Gina Clark Federal Reserve, Manufacturing Output

In June, U.S. factory production exceeded expectations, with a 0.4% increase following a revised 1.0% rise in May.

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Deere Laying Off Additional Waterloo Workers

July 15, 2024July 24, 2024 Gina Clark Deere, Iowa, layoffs, Waterloo

Deere announced it will lay off more than 300 production employees in Waterloo, IA, effective September 20.

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Shortline Manufacturers Score Well in Annual Dealer Survey

July 11, 2024August 7, 2024 Gina Clark NAEDA, Dealer Manufacturers Survey, Joe Dykes

The North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) has released its 2024 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey Report that provides agriculture and outdoor power equipment dealers the opportunity to anonymously rate the manufacturer lines they carry.

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AEM Launches Nationwide Manufacturing Express Tour

July 11, 2024July 15, 2024 Gina Clark AEM, Manufacturing Express Tour

AEM embarks on its largest public engagement initiative in 130 years with the ‘Manufacturing Express’ bus tour where it will visit 80 communities at equipment manufacturing sites nationwide.

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Deere Warning a Win for Right-to-Repair Advocates

June 19, 2024June 19, 2024 Gina Clark Right to Repair, Deere, Montana Farmers Union

Montana Farmers Union President Walter Schweitzer sees the EPA’s recent warning to John Deere as a significant win for farmers’ right to repair. The warning addressed Deere’s equipment manuals that limit emissions control system repairs to authorized dealers, potentially violating the law.

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Bobcat Breaks Ground on Mexico Manufacturing Plant

June 19, 2024June 19, 2024 Gina Clark Expansion, Bobcat, Mexico

Bobcat Company, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, held a ceremonial groundbreaking June 13 for its new, $300-million manufacturing facility in Mexico.

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Global Manufacturing Rebound Predicted in 2025

June 5, 2024June 5, 2024 Gina Clark Global Manufacturing

Although the global manufacturing economy is on track for “sluggish” growth of just a 0.6% annual expansion in 2024, that picture is forecasted to brighten considerably in 2025.

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US Manufacturing Output Unexpectedly Falls in April

May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Gina Clark Manufacturing Output

Production at U.S. factories unexpectedly fell in April amid a decline in motor vehicle output, data showed on Thursday.

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ASABE Has Begun Withdrawing ISO 15077 Standard

May 20, 2024May 23, 2024 Gina Clark ASABE, ISO 15077

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) is proposing the withdrawal of the 2008 identical adoption ASABE/ISO 15077:2008 OCT2008 (R2018), Tractors and Self-Propelled Machinery for Agriculture — Operator Controls — Actuating Forces, Displacement, Location and Method of Operation, from publication.

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Saskatchewan Invests $300K in Ag Manufacturing Initiative

May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Gina Clark Agricultural Manufacturers of Canada

The Saskatchewan government has invested $300,000 to support the AMC in creating a mobile, virtual reality (VR) skills lab to promote job opportunities in agricultural manufacturing.

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ASABE Develops Standard for Specialty Crop Equipment

April 22, 2024May 8, 2024 Gina Clark ASABE Standards, Specialty Crop Equipment Sanitary Design Requirements

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has initiated the development of a new standard for specialty crop equipment.

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CNH To Lay Off 200 Wisconsin Employees

April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 Gina Clark layoffs, CNH Industrial

CNH Industrial plans to lay off more than 200 out of the 660 workers at its Racine, Wis., facility and considers moving operations to Mexico with the intent of reducing costs by $150 million.

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Deere Lays Off 308 Employees at Waterloo Works

March 27, 2024April 15, 2024 Gina Clark Deere, layoffs, Waterloo

John Deere will be laying off more than 300 employees in Waterloo, IA in late April.

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Deere Lays Off 150 Production Workers at Iowa Plant

March 14, 2024March 20, 2024 Gina Clark Iowa, Layoff

About 150 workers at John Deere’s campus in Ankeny, IA are getting laid off indefinitely in April and May.

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