Brandt’s new DXT series grain carts are available in four models
from 1,150-bushel to 2,500-bushel capacities.

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 self-propelled
round baler offers enhanced
efficiency in the field with operator-friendly,
automated controls.

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


farmer repairing combine harvester

No clear-cut fix in right to repair debate

It sounds like everyone wants farmers to be able to repair machinery, but there appears to be a big gap in what’s available, affordable and accessible in a timely manner

The stories are out there. Farmers held up at a time of critical field operations because machinery needed, perhaps, a fairly simple reset of computer codes or minor repair, but it took hours for a dealership technician to get there to do it. Northern Alberta farmer Cole Siegle has told his story a few times. […] Read more

New premium cabs are now available on E series tractors.

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 celebrated the millionth Massey Ferguson tractor to be built at its assembly plant in Beauvais, France.

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

A GUSS semi-autonomous sprayer at work in an orchard. John Deere has partnered with the small company to sell sprayers through the Deere dealer network.

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 axion 900 TT

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

Braden Madsen, left, with Greentech Enviro
Solutions loads chemical into the 100 gallon
tank on the UTV field sprayer built by
Greentech general manager Jeremiah
Kanderka. These compact sprayer units are
ideal for applying chemicals to smaller fields
and for range and pasture land use.

Small sprayers great for range and pasture…

A more compact machine is an ideal fit for smaller fields

When it comes to field-spraying projects, Jeremiah Kanderka has found that bigger isn’t necessarily better. The general manager for Alberta-based Greentech Environmental Solutions says that in the past year they have moved away from using high-clearance 120-foot wide TerraGator field sprayers to much more compact units. For the 2022 growing season they are providing weed […] Read more


Being diligent about cybersecurity is important, even on the farm.

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

Testing and development for OmniPower, Raven Technology’s autonomous power platform, are being performed in Arizona. Raven’s parent company, CNH Industrial, recently announced the opening of a new R&D facility in Scottsdale, Ariz., to help advance the development of precision ag systems for its brands, which also include Case IH and New Holland.

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