For a sixth straight month, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) sank below growth neutral, according to the February survey of bank CEOs in rural areas of a 10-state region dependent on agriculture and/or energy.
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Deere’s sales for production and precision agriculture equipment, its largest division, declined 7% year-over-year in the fiscal first quarter. Revenue for equipment operations fell 8% to $10.5 billion year over year, but topped consensus forecasts of $10.3 billion.
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The Supply Summit & Showcase is April 3-5 at the Little Rock Marriott. That is only eight weeks away! You still have a chance to save $100 on the registration if you sign up by February 26.
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Learn more about Derek Wagoner, Rick Rosenhagen, Trent Johnson and Dan Zastava who will lead breakout sessions at the 2024 Supply Summit and Showcase.
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Don’t miss your chance to receive your commemorative t-shirts from the Supply Summit’s Walk/Run and Ninth Annual Crawl.
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Our revamped sponsorship packages now offer prime booths with extended display time, providing an even greater platform for showcasing your offerings.
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The Association recently hosted a reception at the Iowa Ag Expo where fellow exhibitors and members got a valuable chance to network and discuss the latest happenings in the shortline industry.
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This article kicks off a series exploring different aspects of technology and how they might shape the future of ag machinery.
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According to a recent poll, more than one-half (60.5%) of dealers described their under 100 HP tractor inventories as “too high.
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The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture has chosen five issues to serve as the organization’s primary policy focus for 2024. They include the 2024 Farm Bill, food safety, labor reform, pesticide regulation and PFAS.
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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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Farmer sentiment took a downturn at the start of 2024 as the January Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index fell to a reading of 106, 8 points below a month earlier. Declining prices for key commodities weighed on agricultural producer sentiment in January.
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Find the latest ASABE standards relevant to our members related to braking, tractors and self-propelled equipment, towed implements, tillage, lighting/marking, and more.
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AFBF President Zippy Duvall commented on the recent passage of the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act in the House of Representatives.
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Kubota North America Corporation has settled with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over its Made in USA Labeling Rule.
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Deere & Company announced Jan. 16 it has entered into an agreement with SpaceX to satellite communications (SATCOM) service to
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Unverferth Manufacturing Co., Inc. has completed a major addition of a 5,000-square-foot facility and renovations at its Shell Rock, Iowa, plant.
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Register by January 29 to save $200! Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a dynamic event that combines industry knowledge, networking, and the chance to explore new possibilities.
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After a short hiatus, the ever popular trap shoot is back on the books at the upcoming Supply Summit & Showcase in Little Rock, AR. Recognized as one of the most action packed events at the show, the trap shooting experience promises thrill, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories.
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Sponsorships at the Supply Summit & Showcase provide a valuable opportunity to help your company stand out from the crowd and get noticed. Custom packages are now available.
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Higher interest rates, weaker agriculture commodity prices and a credit squeeze are having a significant and negative impact on Rural Mainstreet businesses and on Rural Mainstreet farmers.
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The IRS announced that standard mileage rate in 2023 will be 67 cents per mile.
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Hats off to member company Guss Automation LLC, for the remarkable achievement of introducing the world’s first electric autonomous herbicide orchard sprayer!
Read moreFarm Equipment is pleased to announce the formation of its first-ever manufacturer advisory board. The purpose of the board is
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The Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association is hosting a reception on Tuesday, Jan. 30 after the Iowa Expo closes. Don’t miss your chance to network with fellow exhibitors and discuss what is happening in the industry.
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Combine harvester sales closed out the year ahead of 2022 levels, while almost all tractor segments saw declines in both the United States and Canada.
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AGCO’s critical upgrades to its Hesston facility went live on Jan. 1, 2024, and the company brought back the first group of employees the first week of January.
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U.S. farmers’ sentiment changed very little in December compared to the preceding month. The Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer recorded a reading of 114, just one point lower than a month earlier.
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The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has withdrawn ASAE S328.3 JUL2003 (R2020) Dimensions for Compatible Operation of Forage Harvesters, Forage Transporters and Forage Blowers.
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Registration is officially OPEN for the Supply Summit & Showcase! Register by January 31 to save $200!
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Jere Fonda passed away on December 28 and is a past president of the Farm Equipment Wholesalers Association (FEWA) and 3rd generation owner of the John Day Company.
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Kinze has purchased a 443-acre agricultural land tract south of the Phoenix, Ariz., metro area.
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Proposition 12, the California law that prohibits the sale of whole pork in the state that comes from the offspring of sows raised in gestation crates, is ready to be implemented.
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Buhler Industries, the Winnipeg-based company that is the last surviving tractor manufacturer in Canada, has been acquired by a Turkish agricultural equipment company.
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Case IH and New Holland dealer Scott Supply in Mitchell, S.D., has been sold to Titan Machinery effective Jan. 10, 2024.
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For a fourth straight month, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) sank below growth neutral, according to the December survey of bank CEOs in rural areas of a 10-state region dependent on agriculture and/or energy.
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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced the 2023 recipients of the annual AEM Advocacy Award, which recognizes companies for their outstanding contributions to the AEM’s advocacy efforts.
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The Association hosted a reception for our members at the Nebraska Ag Expo on Dec. 5.
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Advertisers in the Shortliner reach roughly 2,000 decision makers at every stage of the farm equipment supply chain.
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Members can claim the full amount of dues paid as an ordinary and necessary business expense.
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Many people travel for their job – some for an occasional conference and some travel year-round. Whatever their time on the road, business travelers should know how and when to deduct business travel expenses.
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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’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 to our members celebrating milestone anniversaries. We would also like to extend a warm welcome to our newest members.
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You are the Association’s greatest resource. Together, we will make a difference and evolve with whatever changes are coming.
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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 financial results for the fiscal third quarter, ending on October 31.
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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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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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The global shipping industry has been mired in a freight recession this year and the challenging economic conditions will continue
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