The John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum in Waterloo, Iowa officially opened its doors to the public this week with a focus on engaging visitors in the history of tractor and engine design and manufacturing. “Tractors and engines have been and continue to be important to John Deere’s success,” said Dawn Hendershot, Project Manager. “We are pleased to share the … Read More
John Deere Offers Small-Frame 6R Series Tractors
John Deere has introduced three small-frame 6R series tractors in the 110 to 130 engine horsepower range for 2015. The ability of the 6R Series tractors to handle many farm, ranch and commercial chores and right-of-way maintenance, has led to their growing popularity. The new small-frame 6110R, 6120R and 6130R are designed with many of the hydraulic, control and comfort … Read More
AEM Elects 2015 Officers & Directors
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces its newly-elected 2015 officers, as well as directors elected at its recent annual meeting to the AEM Board of Directors and AG and CE Sector Boards. AEM Officers for 2015 are: Chair John Patterson, Chairman JCB USA Group and Director JCB Group, JCB Inc. Vice Chair Leif Magnusson, President, CLAAS of America Treasurer … Read More
John Deere Announces $35,000 Green Fever Giveaway
As John Deere kicks off its annual Green Fever sales event to start its 2015 product marketing year, the company is launching a new $35,000 Green Fever Giveaway program, which includes a $25,000 landscape makeover. John Deere is offering a grand prize package of a $25,000 landscape makeover and choice of either a John Deere Gator, ZTrak Mower, 1 Family … Read More
New Ag Leader GNSS and Steering Products Hit Market
A new line of GNSS and steering products are being touted as innovations that combine industry-leading precision farming displays with superior GNSS technology. Precision ag equipment provider Ag Leader Technology, Inc. announced a new line of GNSS receivers – GPS 6000, GPS 6500, RTK Relay and GPS 6500 base station – as well as the company’s latest automated steering controller, … Read More
ANBO Series Helps Farmers with Big Jobs
A new series grapples by ANBO Manufacturing, a leading maker of grapples and blade attachments for use in agriculture, forestry and construction, should make life a little easier for the modern rancher and farmer. Made of tough A-572 alloy steel, the Rancher Series grapples come in sizes from 69 inches to 94 inches and can be made to fit virtually … Read More
New Leader TR1000 Trailer
Highway Equipment Company, the manufacturer of New Leader® crop nutrient applicators, encourages growers across the nation to inquire about the TR1000 trailer with dry nutrient applicator at their authorized John Deere CAD/ASD dealerships. The TR1000 trailer, built exclusively for the John Deere 4900 series sprayer chassis, allows individual growers the ability to apply lime and fertilizer as needed, on their … Read More
New Holland Agriculture Claims World Record
New Holland Agriculture has reclaimed the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title, harvesting an impressive 797.656 tonnes (29,308.84 bushels) of wheat in eight hours with the world’s most powerful combine: the 653 hp CR10.90 Elevation. “We are extremely proud to have recaptured the Guinness World Records title for harvesting almost 30,000 bushels of wheat in eight hours, shattering the previous record by … Read More
Superior Manufacturing Upgrades Grain Bin Unloading System
Superior Manufacturing has redesigned its grain bin unloading system to increase reliability, efficiency and ease of use. It maintains unload speeds up to 6,000 bushels per hour, among the fastest in the industry, and its galvanized finish ensures excellent durability and long life. The improved unloading system features a 9-inch, under-bin grain auger inside an 11-inch U-Trough. In a traditional … Read More
Kubota Introduces M7-Series Tractor Line
From the floor of its 2014 Dealer Meeting in Nashville, Kubota Tractor Corporation introduced its M7-Series tractor line, three new mid-range tractors in the 130 to 170 horsepower range. This is the largest horsepower offering for Kubota in its tractor line-up to date. “With the Kubota M7, we’ve set in motion a strategy for full-scale entry into new markets, setting … Read More