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How Will Ag Markets, Machinery Be Impacted By Storms? Katrina Points to Tractor Boost

September 1, 2017 | Posted in Mergers & Acquisitions

Immediately after Hurricane Harvey hit Texas, Ag Equipment Intelligence considered what the farm equipment business might learn from the August 2005 disaster, Hurricane Katrina, that devastated the coasts of Louisiana and Mississippi.

DOT Looks to Mark Future of Autonomy

September 1, 2017 | Posted in Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology

Widespread availability of fully autonomous vehicles in agriculture may still be several years away. But in recent years, companies have publicly showcased self-driving innovations, advancing development to the cusp of commercial production.

Big Ag Sales Still Sluggish in July

August 1, 2017 | Posted in Data & Trends

Sales of large ag equipment continue to struggle to gain significant upward momentum. The Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers reports that North American sales of high horsepower, 4WD tractors and combines were down 16% year-over-year in July, which follows decreases of 14% in June and 12% in April.

AGCO to Drop ‘Challenger’ Brand in Europe, Middle East

August 1, 2017 | Posted in Mergers & Acquisitions

The Challenger brand is to be dropped by AGCO for agricultural equipment sales in Europe and the Middle East, where the position of Fendt as the corporation’s flagship marque will be strengthened with the adoption of sprayers and tracked tractors formerly sold under the Challenger name.

2017 Mid-Year Review of N.A. Tractor Sales & Dealer Sentiments

July 1, 2017 | Posted in Data & Trends

Since the start of 2017, farm equipment dealers’ level of optimism has varied by as much as 10-11% from one month to the next.

SDF Continues Making Major Investments in Production Facilities

July 1, 2017 | Posted in Earnings Reports, Mergers & Acquisitions

Having previously focused its investments on production facilities in China and India, the SDF Group — manufacturer of SAME and Deutz-Fahr tractors — has turned its attention to Europe with major factory renewal projects.

Good Weather, Push to Mechanize Signals Solid Sales for Indian Equipment Makers

July 1, 2017 | Posted in Equipment & Equipment Sales

With good monsoon rains expected for the current growing season and ongoing efforts to increase mechanization of farming operations, India’s farm equipment manufacturers are forecasting a strong year for sales.

Mid-Range Equipment Accelerates in May

June 1, 2017 | Posted in Data & Trends

After 3 months of sales growth for large ag equipment, North American sales once again declined in May. Canadian sales growth slowed to plus 1% and the U.S. posted a 16% decline, according to the latest number released by the Assn. of Equipment Manufacturers.

Looking for Growth, Tractor Maker Ursus Strikes Deal in Zambia

June 1, 2017 | Posted in Equipment & Equipment Sales, Mergers & Acquisitions

Tractor maker Ursus has secured its biggest deal yet in an initiative to win business in Africa.

Consolidation Permeates Ag Industry

May 1, 2017 | Posted in Data & Trends

Like farm equipment dealerships, nearly every segment of agriculture in the U.S. is being transformed by a consolidation of its participants, from farmers to ag equipment makers and input producers.

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[Technology Corner] What are the Top 5 Applications in Autonomy Right Now?

There was plenty of technology on display at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wis., a few weeks ago. Farm Equipment editor Mike Lessiter caught up with Monarch Tractor’s John Issacson and got his take on the top 5 applications in autonomy right now.

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