Back in March, the federal government announced it was proposing a goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the use of synthetic fertilizer on Canadian farms by 30 per cent. While ambitious, it’s much lower than the mandated 55 per cent reduction European farmers are facing. “The government is focused on meeting this emissions […] Read more
Precision technologies to help meet climate targets
AGCO focuses on making precision tech available for the retrofit market
Custom scale model displays
Brothers personalize scale model farm equipment displays and machines
Most farm offices have a shelf with a few die-cast models of favourite tractors or farm machines. And when Christmas approaches, the parts departments of nearly every equipment dealership begin stuffing the shelves with all kinds of farm toys and models. They make great gifts for everyone from young kids to grandpa — or maybe […] Read more
New grain cart from Brandt
DXT series offers left- or right-side unload auger
For the second time this year, Brandt has added a new product to its product line — the DXT series grain cart line. These dual-auger models offer a choice of either a left- or right-side unloading auger. No matter which side you prefer to fill trucks on, the DXT carts can do it quickly. “We […] Read more
Vermeer’s ZR5-1200 baler designed for efficiency
Here’s why Vermeer says the SP baler is a step above pull types
There has been no shortage of innovative machines introduced in agriculture over the past few years — and we certainly expect more to come. Arguably, one of the most unique of those designs has to be Vermeer’s ZR5-1200 self-propelled round baler. The company had one on display at the Ag in Motion farm show in […] Read more
Deere updates the 5E and 5M tractor series
New power and features lists for utility tractor lines
The utility tractor segment gets a lot of attention from manufacturers. In terms of numbers of tractors sold, the segment is one of the most popular in the industry. It’s because these machines, which generally land in the 50- to 100-plus-horsepower range, appeal to commercial farm operations, hobby farmers and acreage owners. In other words, […] Read more
AGCO celebrates anniversaries
Massey Ferguson and Gleaner celebrate their longevity
Equipment brands like to celebrate production milestones. They show a longevity that is important in cementing buyer confidence, give the companies a reason for a little added publicity, they’re great morale builders for the employees,and, let’s face it, a great reason for a party. In June, AGCO had significant milestones to celebrate. First, there was […] Read more
John Deere adds to robotic options
Partnership with GUSS Automation puts automated sprayers in Deere dealerships
Over a decade ago, John Deere senior executives made it clear the brand saw pursuing advanced technology as the way forward in the ag equipment business. Since then, Deere has introduced a steady stream of advanced digital systems, including the first fully autonomous tractor, an 8R, scheduled for market release this year. And when it […] Read more
Claas introduces the Axion 900 TT models
Two high-horsepower tractors get half-track configurations
In mid-June, Claas’s North American operation announced it was bringing the high-horsepower Axion 900 Terra Trac (TT) tractors to this continent. What sets them apart from their brothers in the 900 series is their half-track design. The company claims the half-track concept offers “marked advantages in comfort, efficiency and traction.” “Refined, efficient and bold are […] Read more
Cybercriminals target equipment manufacturers
John Deere’s Cyber Security Defense Center is one example of how industry is fighting back
In May, major American ag equipment manufacturer AGCO revealed it had been targeted by a ransomware attack on its computer systems. In a statement on May 16, the company said its efforts to restore systems and business operations were continuing successfully after the attack, which was discovered on May 5, and all factories and parts […] Read more
Brands target higher tech
Investments in more computing capability continue
Some of us love to hate them, the computers in our equipment and vehicles that run them. If you’re one of those folks, you’d better get used to dealing with them, because the trend is for manufacturers to build more computing technology into machines, not less. In the spring, three major ag equipment manufacturers — […] Read more
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