Tractors and other farm equipment travel significantly slower than typical traffic, meaning a motor vehicle driving at the speed limit can close the distance on farm machinery much faster than anticipated.
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Road safety a shared responsibility
Tips to help ensure everyone’s safety while on the road
Ag in Motion’s 2025 edition on the horizon
Wondering what new machine introductions we’ll see there this year?
Ag in Motion, sited near Langham, Sask., has grown significantly from a relatively modest beginning to what’s now arguably the premier summer show in Western Canada.
Trump tariffs mean fewer machinery purchases, higher costs for Canadian farmers
Agco plans to spread tariff costs across its full product line, not just the most affected units
Yo-yoing U.S. tariff rates will end up costing farmers more for new machinery and parts — and not just farmers in the U.S. either.
This spring, all quiet on the machinery markets front
Canadian farmers in better position than their U.S. neighbours to acquire new machines
Given the Trump administration’s fluctuating tariff rules, delivery of new farm equipment has been disrupted in a manner that hasn’t existed since the Second World War.
To debt, or not to debt?
As we head further into 2025, will more debt be essential for a farm’s success?
Glacier FarmMedia — There are many pressures on the agriculture industry and its individual businesses. Our farms are expected to do more at every turn. Every sector is feeling the effects of those expectations. And you don’t need to go far to find a farmer who will tell you the cost underpinning all the programs, […] Read more
Techs finding ways to repair ag electronics
Few in number, they’re a cross between mechanics and IT support
Two “right to repair” bills — Bill C-244 and Bill C-294 — that passed in Parliament and got royal assent last month will give Canadian farmers more latitude to fix electronics on their own equipment. Although the right to repair has been high on growers’ wish lists for several years now, it doesn’t mean all […] Read more
Could ‘right to repair’ become a cybersecurity problem?
Brands should get proactive about allowing controlled CPU access, a security expert says
Agco announced in May 2022 it had been the victim of a ransomware cyberattack, which disrupted production at assembly plants. In May of this year, Germany’s Lemken announced it too had been attacked by hackers, As OEM brands work to further secure digital systems to protect themselves from these problems, they must balance security concerns […] Read more
‘Tis the season to reduce costs on regular maintenance, repair
Wintertime sees service programs and parts discounts from OEMs
After a hectic harvest season, there may be a temptation to park machines in the shed, close the door and forget about them until next spring. But that’s not a good idea. Performing regular maintenance of equipment now can help cut costs. Dealerships looking to keep their mechanics busy in the off season typically offer […] Read more
Repairing farm equipment safely
Ag Safety: Maintenance and repair requirements are laid out with the machine operator's safety in mind
Maintenance and repairs are routine tasks on farms. Equipment breaks down, and machinery requires regular upkeep; it’s just a regular part of farming. Proper knowledge, information and tools are crucial for carrying out maintenance and repairs effectively and safely. Bill C-244, an amendment to the federal Copyright Act, allows Canadians access to vehicle, machinery and […] Read more
Merlo updates the Multifarmer line
Cab improvements add to operator comfort
Glacier FarmMedia — One type of machine with a more noticeable presence on the Ag in Motion show grounds in recent years is the telehandler. As on-farm material handling becomes a bigger and heavier job, farmers are paying more attention to them. And one telehandler model designed specifically to appeal to farmers is the Merlo […] Read more
