…U.S. has problems with a tariff on imported IT equipment. A source with knowledge of the negotiations tells Reuters, “We are closely negotiating a discreet package of trade issues and…
Tariffs Harming Ag Equipment Makers
More tariffs in the tit-for-tat trade war between the U.S. and China means more suffering for agriculture and agricultural equipment makers. Feeling the brunt of the trade war since it…
USDA Announces Investment to Expand Markets for Specialty Crop and Other Farmers
…and equipment improvements to increase sap yield. The University of Vermont and State Agricultural College is researching ways to identify new maple tapping practices to increase and maintain yields and…
Organic Production Project to Evaluate Advantages of No-Till Farming
…different pieces of equipment and different approaches for accomplishing that goal of what I’ll call ‘reducing the volume of soil that’s disturbed,’ and how do you get there? That’s the…
Monthly Tractor, Combine Sales Increase
Farmers and ranchers purchased more combines and tractors last month according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. The latest monthly report shows tractor sales were up…
Agreement Streamlines Repair of High-Tech Farm Equipment
…and Far West Equipment Dealers Association signed the memorandum of understanding at an equipment dealership in Stockton. Under the “right to repair” agreement, equipment dealers commit to providing access to…
Tariffs Impacting Ag Equipment Manufactures, Dealers
A survey by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers finds steel and aluminum tariffs are harming the industry. The survey, primarily focused on the current new equipment inventory levels, shows both…
The only thing a $15.00 an hour wage has done is made everything in automation that more affordable.
Jeff Klein, Jack Klein Partnership
Rural Mainstreet Index Rises
…August farm equipment sales sub-index fell to 37.8 from July’s 38.8. This marks the 60th consecutive month the reading has moved below growth neutral 50.0. In terms of the sale…
Ag Lenders Worried About Farmers
…says ag bankers are worried as well. The report, which covers April through June, says farm income, spending on capital equipment, and household purchases all decreased. Nearly half of the…
Water Works: Moving Toward Better Water Stability
…at various approaches to achieve better water efficiency in a multitude of areas. The agriculture industry has been a big proponent of equipment that reduces water use and can potentially…
Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge Offers Startup Funds for Entrepreneurs
…and landscape plants; Farm-to-table businesses; Support services including scouting, equipment repair and fertilizer sales; Value-added processing including yogurts, cheese and processed meats; and Wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries. Entrepreneurs must…
Tractor, Combine Sales, Posting Strong Numbers
Overall U.S. sales of tractors and combines continued to post strong numbers, led by combines and four-wheel-drive tractors, according to the July 2018 report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers….
ASTA Promotes Safe Handling and Storage of Treated Seed during Harvest
…includes removing all treated seed left in containers and equipment used to handle harvested grain, and disposing of it properly.” ASTA and other stakeholder groups have developed a set of…