Trimble Reports Q3 Results
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Trimble Inc. (NASDAQ: TRMB) today announced financial results for the third quarter of 2020. Third Quarter 2020
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DealerNews: Cervus Equipment 3Q Results
CALGARY, Alberta (November 4, 2020) — Cervus Equipment Corporation (“Cervus” or the “Company”) (TSX: CERV) today announced its financial results and
Read moreAGCO Reports Third Quarter Results
AGCO has reported its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020. Net sales for the third quarter were approximately
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Ag Barometer Rises to Record High – Improving Financial Conditions
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 27 points to a reading of 183 in October and set an all-time high for
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Rocky Mountain Dealerships Move to Go Private
CALGARY, ALBERTA, November 2, 2020 — Rocky Mountain Dealerships Inc. (“RME” or the “Company”) (TSX: RME) and 2223890 Alberta Ltd.
Read moreRocky Mountain Dealerships Reports 3Q 2020 Results
OCTOBER, 30, 2020 CALGARY, Alberta–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Rocky Mountain Dealerships Inc. (TSX: RME, and hereinafter “RME”), Canada’s largest agriculture equipment dealer,
Read moreFarm Bureau Cancels San Diego Convention for Online Only Meeting
The American Farm Bureau Federation recently announced that its 102nd Annual Convention will be held online following the cancelation of all
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EMDA Elects Leadership
Newly elected officers and directors of the Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association (EMDA) for 2020-2021 are: Kent Zimmerman, John Day
Read moreHardi NA and Equipment Technologies Announce Manufacturing Agreement
Hardi North America and Equipment Technologies (ET) jointly announce a new cooperative agreement that will leverage the strength of both companies. In the
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COVID Claims Commodity Classic 2021 In-Person Event
In-Person 2021 Event Will Not Take Place Due to COVID-19 Restrictions ST. LOUIS, MO (October 30, 2020)— Commodity Classic has
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Alamo Group Announces 2020 Third Quarter Results
SEGUIN, Texas, Oct. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Alamo Group Inc. (NYSE: ALG) today reported results for the third quarter ended
Read moreJudge Upholds Portion of Dealer Protection Law
The bill addresses tractor manufacturer contract issues that would create numerous challenges for dealers. It also enhances existing law in other areas, acccording to the Pioneer EDA.
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USDA Awards $7 Billion to Farmers in September
Since CFAP 2 enrollment began on September 21, FSA has approved more than 443,000 applications. The top five states for payments are Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, Illinois and Kansas.
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Rural Mainstreet Index Rises to Pre-Pandemic Level
Since falling to a record low in April, the Rural Mainstreet Index has increased for six straight months. The farm equipment sales index improved this month, too.
Read moreNebraska Ag Expo Is a ‘Go’
The Nebraska Ag Expo has the go-ahead from its local health department to host the event.
Read moreOmni USA Consolidates Its Brands
The change addresses the growing interdependence of the firm’s separate technologies to offer complete solutions for modern powertrains, the company said.
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Find ASABE Braking Webinars on YouTube
The webinars cover the requirements of the standard and explain the braking force needed for towed equipment.
Read moreASABE Publishes Standard On Distillers Dried Grains
The standard summarizes key data related to physical and chemical properties of one of the most widely produced feed commodities globally: distillers dried grains with solubles.
Read moreNucor Steel Builds in Kentucky
Nucor Corporation broke ground on a new steel plate manufacturing mill in Brandenburg Ky., last week.
Read moreEDA Elects Director, Vice Chair
Eric Mason of Mason Machinery will serve as director. Ross Morgan of H&R Agri-Powers will serve as vice chair.
Read moreCalifornia Workers Can Use Sick Days as Kin Care Days
California has revised a labor code to give employees the right to designate sick leave for caring for family and obtaining relief if victimized by violence, assault, or stalking.
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Borrowing Among Farmers Slows in Q3
Loans for operating expenses increased by 15 percent from last year but were less than the three preceding years.
Read moreCAT Announces Changes at the Top
Caterpillar has announced changes to its executive office.
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How to Build an Effective Lean Steering Committee
For a lean steering committee to succeed, leaders must pay careful attention to the composition of the team and clearly define the scope of the project. They also must reflect on the work and assure ongoing learning throughout the organization.
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Notice: Annual Business Meeting, Industry Speaker
Hear this former agriculture advisor to President Trump talk about what the shortline industry most needs to consider as we approach 2021.
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Farmers Feel Better About Ag Economy
The capital investment index, which reflects farmers’ willingness to make big purchases, rose to its highest reading in 2020.
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Ag Sales at Art’s Way See Double-Digit Gains in Q3
“In a year with much disruption and many challenges, we were encouraged to see several significant positive trends in the third quarter,” said Chairman of the Board Marc H. McConnell.
Read moreEditor, Publisher Kanicki Retires
In a farewell column, Kanicki wrote that in spite of the growth of Lessiter Media and the industry, there is still much to do to confront challenges in the farm equipment business.
Read moreFormer Mahindra Exec Joins Thunder Creek
Larry Lea succeeds Luke Van Wyk, who is now president and managing chair for C12 Central Iowa.
Read moreAGCO to Buy Boyd Assets, Launch Dealership
AgRevolution, which begins operation Jan. 1, is the result of a unique situation in Kentucky and southern Indiana, where Boyd is shifting its focus to heavy construction sales.
Read moreRaven Industries Names New Leaders
“We are reorganizing senior executives because our future is strong, and we believe we are at the start of a significant growth trajectory for our organization,” said CEO Dan Rykhus.
Read moreOrthman Donates Masks to Schools
Orthman Manufacturing in Lexington, Neb., donated more than 3,700 masks to schools in its community so every student and employee had their own.
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See news about sales in Texas and the western U.S.
Read moreManufacturers Add 66,000 Jobs in September
Roughly two-thirds of the returning manufacturing jobs were in durable goods, especially in the motor vehicles and parts sector and machinery. Each added about 14,000 jobs.
Read moreAg Sales at Art’s Way See Double-Digit Rise in Q3
Third quarter sales in the agriculture segment increased by 14.9 percent. Year-to-date ag sales increased by 2.7 percent.
Read moreAgJunction, Kubota Settle Patent Suit
AgJunction reached a settlement in a patent infringement lawsuit against Kubota. The parties agreed to discuss how AgJunction would provide autosteer and autonomous solutions for Kubota products.
Read moreRaven Announces New Leadership Positions
Raven Industries, Inc. has changed the players in a few key leadership positions. Steven Brazones, current CFO, will become vice
Read moreAGCO to Buy Boyd Assets, Launch Dealership
AGCO Corp. intends to acquire certain assets of Boyd Company of Louisville, Ky., and form AgRevolution, an equipment dealership providing products and services to the farming community in Kentucky and southern Indiana.
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Cleveland-Cliffs to Acquire ArcelorMittal USA
The acquisition means Cleveland-Cliffs will become the largest flat-rolled steel producer in the country, and the largest producer of iron-ore pellets, the company said.
Read moreLegal Focus: Travel Waivers for Employees
Companies considering asking employees to sign travel waivers should weigh potential risks against the possible protections that such a waiver will provide in the event an employee contracts COVID-19.
Read moreValmont Secures $240 Million Project in Africa
It will become the largest connected irrigation project on the planet.
Read moreMcFarlane’s Apprentice Program Enjoys Success
The program offers an “honest wage,” high school credits, and exposure to opportunities in manufacturing.
Read moreGKN Rebuilds Plant, Triples Production
The head of operations said the plant is “quite simply unrecognizable from what it was just a couple of years ago.”
Read moreAssociation of Black Farmers Persists in Deere Boycott
Deere responded to allegations of unfairness with a statement detailing its contributions to equality and an announcement of a new coalition, but that did not diminish the resolve of the NBFA.
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Fraud Alert: PPP Loan Applicants’ Info Hacked
The Small Business Administration has received more than 1,000 reports that business owners are fighting fraudulent Economic Injury Disaster Loan applications. KCoe offers tips to protect your company.
Read moreChild Care Needs Cause Problems in Factories
Nearly half of manufacturers said child-care constraints caused by the coronavirus made it difficult to recall furloughed workers or hire new ones in August.
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Dealer News
See the latest in acquisitions in the industry.
Read moreDeere to Expand in Australia, New Zealand
Deere’s business in Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Africa and the Middle East accounts for almost 10 percent of the company’s total revenue.
Read moreCandidates Discuss Farm Policy
In this week’s installment of responses that presidential candidates provided to the American Farm Bureau, they talk farm policy.
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News from ASABE
The group released news about a new international standard related to towing and towed vehicles, as well as the initiation of a standard on metered seed systems in precision ag.
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