It looks as if the anticipated consolidation of the compact tractor industry in North America is under way, with the first salvo being merger plans for Montana Tractors LLC and Kukje Machinery Co., the parent company of Branson Tractors Inc.
Rocky Mountain Dealerships (RME), the ag and construction equipment group based in Calgary, reported on March 10 that its net sales rose by 51% in the fourth quarter of 2008.
The company also expects to see other benefits from entering these markets with a highly qualified research and development and manufacturing facility in the field of baling.
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In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we take an initial look at the Dealer Business Outlook & Trends Report and what dealers are forecasting for 2025.