Tractor/Combine Sales
Combine harvester sales remain positive, joined by 4WD units for both the U.S. and Canadian markets, while total tractors fell in both countries.
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Vermeer Expanding to Des Moines Location
Vermeer Corporation has announced their plans to open a new manufacturing operation in Des Moines.
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Equipment-Sales Index Climbs to Strong 60.4 – Region’s Overall Reading Above Growth Neutral First Time Since May
For the first time since May of this year, the region’s overall reading in December rose above the growth neutral threshold. The December index did increase to a tepid 50.1 from 45.7 in November. The index ranges between 0 and 100 with a reading of 50.0 representing growth neutral.
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Farm Income Jumps 14% to Record High
High commodity prices will propel U.S. net farm income to a record $160.5 billion this year, despite a steep climb in expenses, said the Agriculture Department. Farm income, a gauge of profitability, would be 14% higher than last year and twice as high as three years ago.
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Great Plains Names New President & CEO
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. (GPM), today announced that David Disberger will succeed Linda Salem in her role as President and CEO of the company following her semi-retirement on Jan.1, 2023.
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Association Gathering at Nebraska Ag Expo
The Association hosted a reception for our members at the Nebraska Ag Expo on Dec. 6. President Ben Hellbusch, and other members, visited with members and highlighted the many benefits of the Association with prospective members.
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Supply Summit & Showcase Details Taking Shape
Association staff members are in Miramar Beach, FL this week at the Hotel Effie Sandestin exploring the city on behalf of Supply Summit attendees.
Read moreDid Pandemic Kill Just-in-time Supply Chains?
Just-in-time supply chains took a lot of heat during the pandemic after empty shelves laid bare the pitfalls of ordering as little inventory as possible in the name of efficiency. Supply chain pros say the lean operating model may need to make a comeback.
Read moreHappy Anniversary to our Valued Members!
The Association would like to wish a very happy anniversary to our long-time member companies who are celebrating milestone anniversaries in December 2022.
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Domestic Steel Production
Domestic steel production as of December 5, 2022.
Read moreEight Ways to Protect Your Identity During the Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful – and the most worrisome – time of the year. Here are eight practical ways to help protect your identity during the holiday season.
Read moreDeere Predicts ‘Total Autonomy’ by 2030
Deere & Co. says corn and soybean production in the US could be fully autonomous by 2030.
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Sievers Equipment Co. Acquires NC Pries
The eight-store Case IH dealer Sievers Equipment Co. announced that it has acquired single-store dealer NC Pries’ location in Hoyleton, IL.
Read moreTownline Equipment Expands
Townline Equipment, a Kubota dealership group with five locations in New Hampshire, Vermont and New York, has purchased the Greenville Saw Service Kubota dealership in Greenville, New York.
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High Input Costs and Rising Interest Rates Concern Farmers
Farmer sentiment was unchanged in November compared to October, with the Ag Economy Barometer Index remaining at 102.
Read moreREAL ID for Air Travel Deadline Extended
If you’ve been sweating out that latest deadline for REAL ID required for US air travel, you’re getting another reprieve.
Read moreSpindustry Acquires VSG Marketing
Spindustry announced its acquisition of the Tacoma, Washington firm VSG Marketing.
Read moreBiden Signs Bill Averting Rail Worker Strike
President Joe Biden signed legislation Friday to prevent a strike that he warned would cripple the economy and put millions out Americans out of work heading into the holidays.
Read morePayrolls and Wages Blow Past Expectations
Job growth was much better than expected in November despite the Federal Reserve’s aggressive efforts to slow the labor market and tackle inflation.
Read moreCase New Holland Strike Surpasses 200 Days
About 1,100 United Auto Workers (UAW) at Case New Holland (CNH) plants in Burlington, Iowa, and Racine, Wisconsin are in one of the longest active strikes in the country,
Read moreHR: Corporate ‘Fun’ Culture?
French firm found itself in hot water after it fired an employee for refusing to embrace its self-ascribed “fun” culture which involved engaging in excessive drinking and other problematic behaviors.
Read moreLabor Dept. Notes Shortage: Young Male Workers
The Labor Department’s November jobs report on Friday certainly didn’t make the Federal Reserve’s anti-inflation task any easier. Strong job and wage growth suggests demand for workers still exceeds the supply, and inflation is still too high.
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Backers of Farmworker Visa Push Immigrant Labor Deal
Lawmakers, agriculture groups and farmworker organizations are pushing to pass an overhaul of the farmworker visa program through both chambers of Congress before the GOP takes control of the House next year.
Read moreSentry Safety Webinar: Dec. 15
Are you prepared for an emergency? The strategies we’ll present in this webinar can help you strengthen your existing emergency response plan and communicate it to your team.
Read moreSeed Treatment Stewardship Guide Available
The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and Crop Life America (CLA) have updated their Seed Treatment Stewardship Guide. The guide includes information about planting of treated seeds to minimize the amount of dust-off and implementation of an ISO planting equipment standard to better control dust emissions.
Read morePinion Dec. 14 Webinar
Don’t miss: The Basics of ESG for Manufacturers: Driving Sustainability Alongside Your Business Value Chain. Pinion (formerly KCoe Isom) business strategists will guide you through the process and share tips to position your business to pivot if needed.
Read moreZekelman Industries Acquires EXLTUBE
Zekelman Industries a North American manufacturer of industrial steel pipe and tube products, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of EXLTUBE from SPS Companies, Inc.
Read moreMontag Mfg. Moves to New Headquarters Facility
Montag Manufacturing has relocated its headquarters operation to a new facility in Seward, NE. The new facility will promote more efficient manufacturing and parts service, with the ability to accommodate future growth opportunities.
Read moreProtect Your Identity: Tax Security Awareness Week
On Cyber Monday, the IRS kicked-off National Tax Security Awareness Week. The holiday season is in full swing – a prime opportunity for identity thieves to steal your personal financial info.
Read moreHow Republican House Will Affect Farm Bill 2023
With the majority transition now set in stone, a timeline for any new farm bill in 2023 largely rests with the House and depends on the funding level for food and nutrition, which takes up around 85% of all farm bill spending.
Read moreMembers’ Dues are Fully Deductible
For the fiscal year that ended Aug. 31, the Association did not participate in activities that would require members to declare a portion of their member dues as non-deductible.
Read moreShare Your Story with Fellow Industry Peers
Does your organization have relevant news or interesting stories to share with the association’s members? We encourage you to send relevant article ideas, member profiles, press releases and industry trade publication coverage for potential inclusion in an upcoming edition of the Shortliner.
Read moreEstate Planning Protects Your Legacy and Loved Ones
There will come a day when you will no longer be in charge. How successfully you transition your business is highly dependent upon setting up an estate plan. Knowing your wishes are laid out in writing and supported by legal documentation ensures your loved ones are protected in your passing.
Read moreGlobal Shipping Facing a Surplus of Containers
While there was a shortage of containers at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global economy is now facing the opposite problem: too many containers.
Read moreCannabis Legalization by State: What Employers Need to Know
Multi-state employers may find compliance with new state laws regarding marijuana legalization a daunting task. Employers should check the requirements in each operating jurisdiction and any industry, safety or licensing-specific requirements that affect drug policies and testing.
Read moreDeere Q4 Earnings Exceed Wall Street Expectations
Deere & Company reported net income of $2.246 billion for the fourth quarter ended Oct. 30, 2022, compared with net income of $1.283 billion for the quarter ended Oct. 31, 2021.
Read moreFarmers Focusing on Profit & Price for Equipment Purchases
Ag Equipment Intelligence surveyed growers asking what’s impacting their new production ag equipment purchasing decision for 2023.
Read moreCanadian Equipment Dealers Speak Out Against Right-to-Repair
NAEDA is speaking out against a “right-to-repair” private member’s bill that would amend the Copyright Act to allow Canadians to circumvent computer software to diagnose, maintain, or repair a product, whether that’s a phone, a household appliance, a car, or a tractor.
Read moreCNH Announces New Senior Leadership
CNH Industrial N.V. recently announced the appointment of Vilmar Fistarol as President, North America and Rafael Miotto as President, Latin America.
Read moreSteel Production
Domestic steel production as of Nov. 14, 2022.
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Equipment-Sales Index Jumps to Strong 59.5 – Index Above Growth Neutral for 22 of the Last 24 months
The farm equipment-sales index jumped to a strong 59.5 from October’s weak 47.8. The index has risen above growth neutral for 22 of the last 24 months.
Read moreTom Rosztoczy Named NAEDA’s Dealer of the Year
The North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) has named Tom Rosztoczy of Stotz Equipment is NAEDA’s 2022 Dealer of the Year. CEO
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Tractor/Combine Sales
Combine harvester sales report double-digit gains in October for both the U.S. and Canadian markets, while total tractors fell in both countries.
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Unverferth Mfg Announces Shell Rock Expansion
Unverferth Manufacturing Co. Inc. has announced its Shell Rock, Iowa facility has nearly completed a 75,000-square-foot plant expansion that will add 65 new job openings.
Read moreASABE to Adopt Standard on Closed Transfer System
The ASABE has begun the process to nationally adopt ISO 21191, Equipment for crop protection – Closed transfer systems (CTS) – Performance specifications.
Read moreUAW President Tells CNHI Strikers to Apply Elsewhere
The president of the union on strike since May at a plant in Racine, Wis. is encouraging workers to apply for jobs at other area manufacturers where they would earn more.
Read moreASABE Revises Safety Standards for PTO Operations
The ASABE has completed a revision to one of its most widely used standards for power take-off (PTO) operations.
Read moreTitan Intl. Reports Strongest Q3 Results Since 2013
Titan International, Inc. reported results for the third quarter with the strongest third quarter revenue and profit performance since 2013.
Read moreAGI Announces Q3 Results
Ag Growth International, Inc. (AGI) reported strong Q3 earnings for the three- and nine-month periods ending Sept. 30, 2022.
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