Now is a good time to buy new machinery
Written by admin on July 23, 2010 – 11:40 am -Jeff Caldwell Agriculture Online Multimedia Editor For the last 3 years, the trend lines for tractor sales all followed the same basic pattern. So far, for 2009, that's been true, with one major exception: The line looks the same, only it's a ways lower on the chart. Tractor sales have dropped this year, a sign, some say, of the tough economic times. According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), year-to-date sales for 2009 are around a quarter lower than they were a year ago. For the month of May, a total of 17,782 tractors have been sold, AEM data shows, compared to 24,068 at the same time a year ago. That's a 26.1% sales decline. Those numbers contribute to a 66,676 figure for total tractor sales for the year so far, down... more
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Survey Reveals Online Trends for Buying and Selling Farm Machinery
Written by admin on June 9, 2010 – 6:39 pm -How farmers buy and sell used farm machinery and equipment (FME) is changing due to internet transactions of used FME or farmer opinions of key players in used FME markets such as dealers or auctioneers. Brian Roe, Marvin Batte and Florian Diekmann of Ohio State University led an effort to learn more about U.S. farmers' attitudes and opinions about sales via auction, dealer, classified ad and the internet. The researchers asked more than 5,200 U.S. farmers about used FME markets during early 2010. More than 2,500 (48%) responded and gave information about recent used FME transactions, ratings of different ways to buy and sell used FME and attitudes and opinions regarding local FME dealers and used FME auction venues. They found that U.S. farmers... more
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Bobcat’s Work-Driven Utility Vehicles and Additional Option for Compact Tractors
Written by admin on June 9, 2010 – 6:32 pm -Bobcat introduces a redesigned line up of utility vehicles and expanded options in their compact tractor line. Since being acquired by Doosan Infracore in 2007, Bobcat continues to build on its 50+ year history. The first Bobcat utility vehicles were introduced in 2001, and with its third generation of models, these utility vehicles feature more power, greater capacities, improved ride and handling, and faster speeds. The line up benefits from a joint engineering partnership between Bobcat and Polaris to introduce utility vehicles that put work first. The four models — the 3200, 3400, 3400XL and 3450– includes features ranging from two-wheel drive to the four-wheel drive, two to six passenger, and gas or diesel engines. The series ranges... more
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2010 California Antique Farm Equipment Show Opens April16
Written by admin on April 16, 2010 – 8:08 pm -TULARE, Calif., (AgPR), April 15, 2010 - Gates open for the 17th Annual California Antique Farm Equipment Show tomorrow, April 16th. Here is the information you need to know. Hours: Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Exhibitors: Nearly 800 exhibitors from the western states exhibiting antique tractors and farm equipment. Entertainment: International Agri-Center staff and volunteers welcome Jerry D. Hobbs and the Country Rhythm Makers at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 17. Tickets for the concert and BBQ dinner are $30 (show admission not included). Contact International Agri-Center staff at 688.1030 to purchase tickets or purchase tickets online at Antiquefarmshow.org. Barbecues light up at 10 a.m. on Sunday,... more
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Make Sure Your Tractor is Ready When You Are
Written by admin on April 10, 2010 – 1:12 pm -There’s nothing more frustrating than turning the ignition on your tractor and finding…nothing happens. While some electrical system maintenance issues may require the services of your New Holland dealer, there are some simple things you can do to help ensure your tractor will be ready when you are. BATTERY Check to see if the battery is properly charged. It should have a voltage output of 12.4 volts or greater, with the key OFF. Stabilized voltage after five to ten minutes of operation at 1200 – 1500 rpm will range from: 13.2 volts at 100°F (38°C); 14.2 volts at 70° F (21°C); to 15.2 volts at 32° F (0°C). Check and clean all battery cable connections yearly. Be sure the battery cable connections are securely clamped to the battery... more
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Case IH Puma 155 tractor
Written by admin on April 10, 2010 – 12:58 pm -Author: Terry Stevenson The Case IH Puma tractor is a versatile large tractor making its mark • Excellent levels of grunt • Easy to use transmission • Powershifting all the way through the gearbox • Front and cab suspension rides the bumps very well • Quiet cab with great visibility • A very manoeuvrable medium sized tractor • Headland management button Case IH Puma tractors are now all made in its Austrian factory, and the quality of the product shows. Puma tasks include mowing, mower conditioner, raking, fertiliser spreading with a trailer, under sowing work. The cab The three steps up to the cabin take you into the operator’s room, where all the controls are well placed. The cab is very quiet, and only four pillars obstruct... more
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Values on 150-horsepower tractors continue to rise
Written by admin on March 25, 2010 – 7:06 pm -Greg "Machinery Pete" Peterson Machinerypete.com Every day, whether on the phone in the office, responding to e-mails, or when I'm out on the road covering machinery auctions around the country, folks ask me this same question. Inquiring minds want to know. My answer has been the same the last 4 years, "things are selling very well, prices are up." But just my saying it never does it justice. I always want to show folks exactly what I'm talking about, that over the last four years used farm equipment values are indeed up. I like to provide hard proof and let the sale price data tell the tale. So I'm going to do this today. I'm going to show you hard evidence of how used equipment values have gone up. Ok, now what examples should I show you?... more
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John Deere 3005 Compact Tractor Review
Written by admin on March 21, 2010 – 9:28 pm -With 27 horsepower and a 3 cylinder engine the 3005 John Deere compact tractor provides a higher level of power for your tough farming jobs. It boast a Yanmar diesel liquid cooled TNV series engine. The performance enhancements make driving around obstacles easier with a standard power steering that is optional on 2 WD models.You can make shorter turns for those tough corners using the individual pedals which allow independent operation of the left and right brakes. If you need to transport straight line stops the pedals can be locked together and for more traction and pulling power you can turn on the 4WD system with a standard differential lock that can be engaged on the go. For your hydraulic applications there is a dual hydraulic gear... more
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The 50th annual Wisconsin Public Service Farm Show Opens March 30
Written by admin on March 13, 2010 – 11:12 am -The 50th annual Wisconsin Public Service Farm Show returns to the grounds of the Experimental Aircraft Association in Oshkosh on Tuesday, March 30, and continues through Thursday, April 1. This year’s show features over 430 exhibitors and is expected to draw thousands of visitors from the Midwest and Canada. “As always, exhibitors will be showing a variety of products and services of interest to farm owners and operators,” says Rob Juneau, WPS Farm Show manager. “This includes tractors and field machinery and parts; feed, livestock and manure-handling equipment; ventilation systems; lighting; milking and barn equipment and supplies; financial, insurance and real estate services; and seed, feed and fertilizer.” Juneau adds that the... more
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Saving the Family Farm
Written by admin on March 6, 2010 – 2:25 am -Dan Looker, Successful Farming magazine Business Editor Politicians from rural states often extol the virtues of the family farm. But what is it? And what can be done to save what sometimes seems like another endangered species? Chuck Hassebrook, the executive director of the Center for Rural Affairs laid out a five-step plan for doing both when he delivered a keynote speech Friday at the MOSES conference in La Crosse, Wisconsin. MOSES, or Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service, drew some 2,800 farmers and supporters of organic agriculture to its annual meeting to hear Hassebrook and attend 60 workshops on February 25 through February 27. Hassebrook, who grew up on a hog and grain farm near Platte Center, Nebraska, said his nonprofit... more
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