AGCO reported its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. Net sales for the third quarter were approximately $3.1 billion, an increase of approximately 14.5% compared to the third quarter of 2021.
Read moreFarmer sentiment weakened again in October as the Purdue/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer fell to a reading of 102, down 10 points compared to a month earlier.
Read moreThe Association would like to acknowledge our newest member companies that will help shape our industry. Please join us in welcoming them.
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The Association would like to wish a very happy anniversary to our long-time member companies who are celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2022.
Read moreDon’t miss Sentry’s upcoming free 60-minute safety webinar dedicated to specific safety topics.
Read moreMembers of the Equipment Marketing & Distribution Association (EMDA) held elections during their corporate annual meeting in Orlando, Fla. on Oct. 26. Newly elected officers and directors for 2022-2023 are:
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Krone Group announced the passing of long-time owner of the KRONE Group, Dr. Bernard Krone, on October 14, 2022 at the age of 82.
Read moreThe Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) fell for the sixth time in the past seven months, sinking below growth neutral for a fifth consecutive month.
Read moreBreaking the data down by the commodities farmers grow
reveals not only which growers are most open to purchasing
shortline equipment, but also why different farmers purchase
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The National Pork Producers Council and the American Farm Bureau Federation presented oral arguments challenging the constitutionality of California’s Proposition 12’s animal-welfare standards for meat sold within the state.
Read moreDomestic steel production as of October 10, 2022.
Read moreThree barrels of sake were broken during an international affair and grand opening at the Japanese parent company of Salina-based Great Plains Manufacturing construction equipment facility.
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Tractor Supply Company announced that it received clearance from the Federal Trade Commission to close on its previously announced acquisition of Orscheln Farm and Home.
Read moreThe Supreme Court heard a pork-industry challenge to a California law setting animal-welfare standards for meat sold within the state, but Tuesday’s argument stretched beyond the farm to question a state’s power to enact legislation that affects production beyond its borders.
Read moreNorth American combine harvesters stay positive while tractors gain focus on bigger units.
Read moreAll States Ag Parts expands into material handling attachments with the acquisition of Arrow Material Handling Products.
Read moreTractor Supply Co. said a federal regulator has approved its purchase of Orscheln Farm & Home, a smaller rival in the rural-lifestyle retail business, after a year and a half of negotiations and lobbying by state attorneys general.
Read moreIf you are joining us for the 2022 Marketing & Distribution Convention at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, here are a few notes to help you prepare.
Read moreFastline Media Group has named Dean Barke as its new President. He will report directly to CEO and Founder, Bill Howard.
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The Renewable Fuels Association late last week filed a motion to intervene on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in a suit brought against the agency by the Center for Biological Diversity.
Read moreHeading into November, marijuana is legal in 19 states and D.C. Of those 19 states, 13 and D.C. had legalized marijuana through the ballot measure process.
Read moreThe Association would like to wish a very happy anniversary to our long- time member companies who are celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2022.
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Don’t miss Sentry’s upcoming free 60-minute safety webinar dedicated to supervisors and their roles and responsibilities for safety.
Read moreA total of 90% of risk managers who work for mid-sized companies say they are concerned about their company falling victim to a cyberattack, with 91% stating they have an incident response plan in place should that occur, says a survey issued last week.
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H&R Agri-Power has announced the acquisition of Hoefling Truck and Tractor located in Washington, IN.
Read moreHarvest progress is up, but river levels are down. South of St. Louis, parts of the Mississippi River are so low from weeks of drought that barge traffic is being limited.
Read moreBloomberg reported that the number of US women working in manufacturing is rising again after a drop during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read moreThe number of job openings plunged by more than a million in August, providing a potential early sign that the massive U.S. labor gap is beginning to close.
Read moreThe Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer index drifted lower to a reading of 112 in September which was 5 points lower than a month earlier.
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The 2022 Marketing & Distribution Convention is right around the corner. Do not miss this opportunity to recharge your batteries, reconnect with your peers and refresh your knowledge of the issues most relevant to the shortline equipment industry.
Read moreKey commodity growing markets in the US and Brazil can expect a “healthier supply” of fertilizers than last year, according to the latest Rabobank North American Agribusiness Review.
Read moreThe American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has published ANSI/ASABE S660, Procedure for Evaluating the Distribution Uniformity for Large Granular Broadcast Applicators.
Read moreAn Oregon State University study found an association with increasing temperatures and increased rates of injury claims that were more pronounced among workers in the agricultural and construction sectors.
Read moreThe American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) has identically adopted the latest versions of two ISO standards for combine harvester equipment.
Read moreWhile businesses may remain ambivalent about hiring these workers, a recent survey showed that employees are more open-minded about working alongside people with prior convictions.
Read moreThe Marketing & Distribution Convention is the opportunity for manufacturers to meet with the people who will get their equipment into the marketplace. Check out the complete list below of networking/social activities and speaker sessions in Orlando.
Read moreAg Growth International Inc. (AGI) announced that Tim Close has stepped down as President and Chief Executive Officer and resigned as a Director of AGI to pursue other opportunities.
Read moreLong time member, Sentry Insurance has recently strengthened the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association’s endorsed insurance program with newly appointed Underwriting Executives Matt Beigel and Andrew Giles.
Read moreUS rail and port labor issues adding to supply chain chaos.
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After falling below growth neutral in August, the farm equipment-sales index soared to 58.0 for September from 45.9 in August. The index has risen above growth neutral for 21 of the last 22 months.
Read moreDeere announced an investment in two additional Kreisel Electric production facilities to increase battery production capacity.
Read moreA federal judge has slammed the brakes on Rhode Island’s truck tolls and sided with the long-haul trucking industry’s complaint that the highway charges were unfair and unconstitutional.
Read moreWalkouts at U.K. ports, last-minute negotiations for U.S. railroads are among a growing series of conflicts involving workers critical to trade.
Read morePresident Biden directed the Treasury-led committee that scrutinizes foreign investment in America to consider the national security impact any deals would have on U.S. technological leadership, including biotechnology and “elements of the agricultural industrial base that have implications for food security.”
Read moreConsider these ideas for inspiring loyalty in your current employees and making it easier to attract news ones.
Read moreIn 2021, the worldwide cyber insurance market premium was close to $10 billion and by 2025 the market should grow to more than $20 billion.
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Farm Equipment’s second shortline farmer survey found growers continue to purchase shortline equipment based on price, special features and availability.
Read moreKubota Corporation has announced that Kubota will be the first Japanese manufacturer to release electric tractors.
Read moreThe American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released its Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking.
Read moreReported Tractor Sales in U.S. for August 2022 AEM – Flash Report FarmEquip.org/Flash
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