The acquisition offers the Väderstad Group access to distribution outlets in the U.S., as well as a U.S. manufacturing facility and the “benefit from the heritage and strong reputation of the Wil-Rich, Wishek and Concord brands.”
Read moreNominees should serve in leadership positions in their companies and have a history of engagement in Association work and the farm equipment industry.
Read moreThe elder McConnell’s tenure at Art’s Way is a single chapter in a career narrative like no other.
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Väderstad acquires US-based AGCO-AMITY JV LLC. Väderstad AB, one of the world’s leading companies in tillage, seeding and planting has
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“Cybersecurity will be the issue of this decade in terms of how much worse it is going to get,” according to the CEO of IBM. Association partner Sentry has a resource to help.
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CEO Paul Reitz said he expects upward trends in the agricultural sector to continue, “ and in some cases even improve throughout 2021 into 2022.”
Read moreThe announcement said the transaction will create the largest global, vertically-integrated AI company in agriculture.
Read moreJohn Teeple’s professional experience includes more than 23 years at John Deere in leadership positions.
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CEO Linda Hasenfratz forecasts double-digit growth for MacDon this year and continued growth in 2022.
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The company unveiled a new corporate name that it says positions it for growth and honors its heritage.
Read moreIn spite of what CEO Ron Robinson characterized as “interesting times” resulting from pandemic business disruptions, he said the company is “rebounding nicely.”
Read moreThe company continues to project sales growth this year. Sales backlog remains high as Buhler works through supply chain challenges.
Read moreThese members have recently joined the Association or are celebrating milestone membership anniversaries.
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The EEOC has adopted the de minimis test to guide decision-making on legal incentives to encourage employees to get vaccinated. Employers may consider paid time off, entry to a raffle for a bigger-ticket item, or a smaller direct financial incentive.
Read moreIn its second quarter outlook, Valmont expects net sales to increase by 17 to 20 percent compared to last year.
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Valley Irrigation, which is part of member company Valmont Industries, has acquired PivoTrac, an ag tech company based in the Texas panhandle.
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The Association is accepting recommendations for executives from regular member companies to stand for election in Oklahoma City in November.
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Read moreMary Kay was the wife of Doug Bruce and mother to Heather Bruce, who represent the fourth and fifth generations of leadership at Osmundson Manufacturing.
Read moreThe Agricultural Division of Alamo Group and New Holland Agriculture have formed a partnership that offers New Holland customers the opportunity to finance a tractor in the same transaction as their Bush Hog, Rhino, or Schulte-branded attachment.
Read moreScott Moss, business development manager for OE at Gates Corp., was unanimously elected to a one-year term as chairman of the board.
Read moreMember company Haven Steel Products, Inc., is the new owner of Cutting Specialists, Inc., also an Association member.
Read more“Having this technology will allow us to accelerate the development of vehicle automation for agriculture equipment applications,” said Raven executive Jared Kocer.
Read moreSales for the quarter that ended Feb. 28 increased by 7.5 percent compared to the first quarter of 2020.
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The standard will apply specifically to equipment with spread capability greater than 60 feet.
Read moreHaven Steel Products, Inc., is the new owner of Cutting Specialists, Inc.
Read moreRobinson will remain at Alamo Group through Aug. 1 to assist in the transition. He service as a member of the Board of Directors will continue beyond his departure from the company.
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As part of our work to assure everyone’s safety, we ask every attendee to also commit to these protocols in accordance with the policies of the city of Kansas City and Marriott hotels.
Read moreThe Association introduced this series to move past the foundational work of operational excellence and dive more deeply into issues that matter most to our members.
Read morePent-up demand is driving the addition of jobs in fabrication, machine shop, welding, painting and assembly.
Read moreTim Dunn is relinquishing the role of president of Agrisolutions-North America. He will remain with Agrisolutions until late this year.
Read moreThe society has adopted a standard on sprayers and liquid fertilizer distributors. John Fisher offers updates on the status of several other projects.
Read moreFive member companies mark milestone anniversaries in March. Four others have recently joined the Association.
Read moreMacDon is adding more than 300 new jobs to its main manufacturing plant in Winnipeg. The increase will facilitate the addition of a third shift at the farm equipment factory.
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The district spans more than eight blocks of restaurants, entertainment, and nightlife. Among the draws to the district are nearly 10 bars that boast big screens for big games. The Summit will be in Kansas City during the second week of the regular Major League Baseball season.
Read moreAs companies seek to accelerate production, it becomes increasingly important to know their capacities and capabilities to expedite decision-making and increase product value. Gets tips from consultant Steve Wilson on March 18.
Read moreAgrisolutions has acquired Lundtek, Inc., which includes Lund Industrial Group, Lund Engineered Products Division and Lund Coating Technologies.
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Alamo sees promising signs in the ag economy as well as challenges tied to operational issues.
Read moreForage Capital Partners and Roynat Equity Partners, impressed by an investor describes as S3’s culture, leadership, and willingness to approach the market differently, purchases Sonntag’s interests.
Read moreThe companies staged a five-day, web-based celebration that culminated in the distribution of $250,000 through a Christmas philanthropic fund.
Read moreSonntag was elected to the Association’s Board of Directors in 2011 and served until 2014. He also was active in other trade associations.
Read moreFor the quarter, net sales in agriculture increased by 10.5 percent. CEO Ron Robinson reports a strong backlog in ag orders.
Read moreSIOUX FALLS, S.D.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb 24, 2021– Raven Industries, Inc. (the Company; NASDAQ:RAVN), a diversified technology leader in agriculture, high-performance specialty films,
Read moreOperations will continue at Lund’s plant in Mississippi under the Agrisolutions name.
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“The elevated industry voice the Association offers is not, in my opinion, the most valuable benefit of membership. What I most appreciate are the opportunities to talk to you.”–Matt Westendorf
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The mayor of Kansas City last week lifted a limit on gathering sizes and allowed a return to regular business hours at bars, restaurants and events.
Read moreGlobal sales in the ag irrigation segment increased by 49.8 percent year-over-year. North American sales increased by 14.8 percent.
Read moreBased on backlog and order activity, the company is optimistic about 2021.
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“This agreement positions Vermeer to better help our customers capture more of the underground telecom and energy work that will be required to provide more reliable access to critical infrastructure around the world,” said Dave Wisniewski.
Read moreThe Association had paused its long-standing tradition of publishing the names of companies joining the Association and celebrating membership anniversaries, but we begin again this month.
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