Rural Mainstreet Economy Slows in August
The overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) sank to a growth neutral reading for August after four straight months of readings above 50.0.
Read moreThe overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) sank to a growth neutral reading for August after four straight months of readings above 50.0.
Read moreThe Association’s Marketing & Distribution Convention is a bit more complex than our spring meeting. These tips will help you make the most of your time in Kansas City, whether you’re a convention rookie or a seasoned veteran. Register by September 11 and save $100.
Read moreSponsorships at the Marketing & Distribution Convention provide a valuable opportunity to help your company stand out from the crowd and get noticed.
Read moreThe Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association will hold Annual Business Meeting and election of directors on Nov. 1, during the Fall Marketing & Distribution Convention in Kansas City, MO.
Read moreThe Association is pulling together a speaker lineup that promises to deliver insights and ideas that will shape your business. Register today and learn about tips for using body language to sell your business, how grain prices will affect farmers’ income, international trade, emerging technologies and much more!
Read moreAs is our tradition at our annual Association meetings, we have set aside time to include planned activities for executives and guests to learn, explore and play in Kansas City.
Read moreCongress will have to extend temporarily the lifespan of the 2018 farm bill because it will miss the Sept. 30 deadline.
Read moreThe USDA announced it will begin providing additional, automatic financial assistance for qualifying guaranteed Farm Loan Programs (FLP) borrowers facing financial risk.
Read moreSentry received an A+ (superior) rating for a 32nd consecutive year from AM Best, the insurance industry’s leading rating authority.
Read moreAccording to the most recent AgLetter, Seventh District farmland values in the second quarter of 2023 were 9% higher than a year ago.
Read moreHappy Anniversary to our members celebrating milestone anniversaries. We would also like to extend a warm welcome to our newest members.
Read moreU.S. Steel Corp., the Pittsburgh-based manufacturer, is up for sale after receiving multiple bids for parts or all of the company.
Read moreSelf-propelled combine sales continued to increase in the U.S., while total farm tractor unit sales in the U.S. and Canada declined in July, according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
Read moreSteel production in net tons as of August 7, 2023.
Read moreCLAAS recently announced the appointment of David December as Head of Sales and Marketing.
Read moreA new USDA report on U.S. honeybee colonies shows continued high losses of those colonies.
Read moreTwo million farms are required to abide by numerous laws enacted on state and federal levels each year.
Read moreIn their opposition to Right to Repair legislation, equipment manufacturers and dealers have invoked EPA regulations a as justification for their need to restrict repair.
Read moreRecord second quarter 2023 net sales of $440.7 million increased 11.2% compared to $396.2 million in the second quarter of 2022.
Read moreLearn some fun facts about Nebraska in this episode of Ag States of America video series, brought to you by Pivot Bio.
Read moreAgricultural producers were slightly more confident about the farming economy in July, despite recent crop price volatility and continued concerns about rising interest rates.
Read moreJohn Deere dealer 21st Century Equipment said it named Mike Wemhoff as vice president of precision ag technology.
Read moreTrelleborg tire brand, a global leader in tire solutions, wheel systems and services for agriculture, has once again been recognized by the prestigious Visão Agro Centro-Sul Awards for delivering the “Best Agriculture Tire.”
Read moreWeather experts predict that There will likely be little to no improvement to the drought situation through the first half of August in the Corn Belt
Read moreEMDA has conducted a nationwide search to fill this position, and is pleased to announce Celeste Lindsey has accepted the offer to become EMDA’s new Executive Director.
Read moreFor the second quarter ended July 1, 2023, net sales were $1.05 billion, a decrease of 7.9% year-over-year from $1.14 billion. Net earnings were up 17.4% to $89.4 million versus $76.1 million.
Read moreJohn Deere has acquired Smart Apply, a precision spraying equipment company based in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Read moreCNH Industrial reported net income for Q2 of $710 million, up 29% year-over-year from $552 million in Q2 2022, which was a record high.
Read moreAGCO reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023 by saying it had record net sales of $3.8 billion, which was an increase of 29.8% year-over-year, and a record operating margin of 13%.
Read moreYanmar America recently unveiled a new parts e-commerce platform offering a user-friendly solution for customers to access Yanmar genuine parts.
Read moreThe 2023 Marketing & Distribution Convention is approaching. If you haven’t yet registered, here are five reasons you should.
Read moreYou are the Association’s greatest resource. Together, we will make a difference and evolve with whatever changes are coming.
Read moreWhile at the Fall Convention, members can explore the history of SubTropolis — a cave created through the mining of a 270-million-year-old limestone deposit.
Read morePlease make sure your Marketing Member listing is up to date. The more accurate your contact information is, the better we can match manufacturers to you.
Read moreIf your company is interested in setting up a tour and showcasing your facilities, equipment, and amazing people, the Association would love to talk to you.
Read moreThomas Spiering, born in Herzebrock-Clarholz in Eastern Westphalia (Germany), has already been working for the Claas Group for 22 years.
Read moreThe Rural Export Center can help members find the best international markets and identify specific buyers who may become prospective business partners.
Read moreAfter declining below growth neutral in March, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index for July expanded above the threshold for a fourth straight month, according to the July monthly survey of bank CEOs in rural areas of a 10-state region.
Read moreNorth Carolina State Extension agents recently released an online tracking tool to capture and share in-season crop problems and recommendations.
Read moreThe following ASABE Standard development information is very Important and may affect some FEMA member manufacturers’ implements.
Read moreProduction at U.S. factories unexpectedly fell in June, but rebounded in the second quarter as motor vehicle output accelerated after two straight quarterly declines.
Read moreA bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that includes significant new protections for air travelers was overwhelmingly approved by the U.S. House of Representatives.
Read moreFrom product design and development to final delivery, AI is already being utilized in modern manufacturing factories to streamline production.
Read moreFrank Lessiter was inducted into the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) Hall of Fame at the 2023 annual meeting and farm tour in Frankenmuth, MI.
Read moreClaas has announced the launch of the Xerion 12 Series and Arion 600 Series, and now offers the Axion 900 Terra Trac in row-crop friendly builds.
Read moreNAEDA recently elected the 2023-2024 Board of Directors at their Summer Board Meeting in Chicago, IL.
Read moreSteel production in net tons as of July 17, 2023
Read moreVermeer is celebrating its 75th year in business, marking its founding in 1948 when Gary Vermeer opened a small machine shop in Pella, Iowa.
Read moreThe North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Shane Wilker as the Dealer Development Manager for the Pacific Northwest and Far West Regions.
Read moreDon’t miss Sentry’s upcoming free 60-minute safety webinars that highlight specific safety topics.
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