KIOTI Introduces New Value-Priced Tractors
Written by admin on February 13, 2010 – 10:09 pm -With timing that’s perfect for these economic times, KIOTI Tractor has just announced two new mid-sized tractors designed and built for folks living in the country that don’t want or need to spend the money on all the bells and whistles that can be found on much more expensive machines. Don’t get me wrong, these new tractors are fully capable and heavy-duty machines. They just rely on well-proven and re-proven technology whose development has long been paid for. And the best part is that the company is passing the cost savings on to consumers. Based on the same field-proven chassis as the premium KIOTI line, the new DS4110 (41 horsepower; tractor only with ag tires has a MSRP of $17,750) and DS4510 (45 horsepower; tractor only, with ag... more
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Used Farm Tractors Aid Sustainability
Written by admin on February 10, 2010 – 12:20 am -By Drew Davidson Many small farmers are moving toward a more environmentally conscious model of agriculture. For the small farmer, this move comes with economic risks. By purchasing, fixing and maintaining used farm tractors, the farmer can mitigate his economic risk while creating a new way of sustainable agriculture on his own farm. Most small family farmers are self-taught experts in many fields. They have to be. For them, maintaining and fixing their own equipment is imperative to their economic survival. Therefore, most used farm tractors are in good shape or in easily fixable shape. As their needs change, farmers frequently sell their used equipment. Finding these tractors and other equipment is easy. Most farm bureaus, online farm community... more
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Massey Ferguson Introduces HD Series 2600 Utility Tractor
Written by admin on February 9, 2010 – 8:09 pm -Massey Ferguson introduces the HD Series 2600 utility tractor, delivering classic reliability plus 21st century ergonomics and styling in the heaviest heavy-duty tractor in this class. The handy, agile yet tough HD series offers up to 25 percent more usable standard weight than comparable tractors and has the push, pull, shove and lift needed to easily polish off any job around the dairy, feedlot, acreage or farm. The HD Series includes four models from 74 to 97 gross engine horsepower (62-83 PTO HP) available in 2- or 4-wheel drive with independent PTO and a choice of two transmissions. All models are available in platform, cab or low-profile styles. In addition, the new series provides the highest weight-to-horsepower ratio in class for the... more
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40th Annual Power Show Ohio
Written by admin on January 19, 2010 – 1:49 pm -40th Annual Power Show Ohio January 29, 30 & 31, 2010 Ohio Expo Center Columbus, Ohio “40 Shows and Still Going Strong” Power Show Ohio has solutions on display. When it comes to new technology, the greening of the power equipment industry and safety, Power Show Ohio will draw together the innovators and products that will inspire customers. Showcasing a wide variety of power equipment, Power Show Ohio will be a perfect opportunity for full-time farmers, part-time farmers, landscapers, contractors, commercial cutters, municipalities and all equipment users to see and learn just about everything there is to know about power equipment. Power Show Ohio has become an event not to miss for all types of users of all kinds of power equipment.... more
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2010 To Be a Good Year for Ag Industrial Equipment
Written by admin on January 12, 2010 – 7:00 pm -A trifecta of above-trend GDP growth, greater-than-expected inflation and domestic farmers’ strong financial standing should make 2010 a promising year for agricultural industrial equipment manufacturers, as prices for storable commodities stay strong and farmers have the extra cash to update equipment. “Curves for corn and soybeans, which are two important domestic crops, are still in contango, which means as a farmer, you can still sell forward at pretty attractive relative-to-historical prices to lock in good prices for next year,” said Paul Mammola, an analyst with Sidoti & Company, LLC. “I think that although farmers have spent quite a bit over the past couple of years, the continued trend in strong commodity prices still leads... more
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CASE IH TRACTOR CAPTURES TOP HONORS IN FIRST-EVER IRON SOLUTIONS OFFICIAL GUIDE HIGHEST RESIDUAL VALUE AWARDS
Written by admin on January 5, 2010 – 11:04 pm -RACINE, Wis. - The Case IH Steiger STX380 tractor received the first-ever IRON Solutions Official Guide Highest Residual Value Award in recognition of having the highest value retention in the 4WD tractor category. The award was presented at the 2009 Farm Progress show by IRON Solutions Inc., North America's largest compiler of actual transactional sales data for agricultural equipment. The Official Guide Highest Residual Value Awards are based on unbiased analysis of more than four hundred 2006 model-year machines with the highest residual value in the market after three years of service when compared to the original selling price. The honors were bestowed on models in seven classes of tractors and five classes of combines. Residual value data... more
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The Future of Farming: National Farm Machinery Show
Written by admin on December 20, 2009 – 11:56 am -The future of farming is coming to the 44th National Farm Machinery Show, as the nation’s largest indoor farm show returns to the Kentucky Exposition Center in February. Start the year with row after row of quality products and services, hands-on demonstrations of the latest technological advancements, and a variety of free seminars. Don't miss the high-intensity action of the Championship Tractor Pull, sponsored by Syngenta. These ground-pounding trucks and tractors are competing for the fame and glory that comes with winning at the oldest indoor tractor pull in America. Make plans now to be a part of the cutting edge display of equipment and technology at this year's National Farm Machinery Show and Championship Tractor Pull. National... more
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Mahindra USA Opens New Distribution Point in Tennessee
Written by admin on December 16, 2009 – 8:48 pm -Farm equipment maker Mahindra USA Inc. announced it will open a new assembly and distribution point in Chattanooga, Tenn., effective Dec. 31. Mahindra USA said it has moved its North American headquarters from Tomball, Texas, to co-locate with its Houston assembly plant. The new assembly and distribution point will take the place of Mahindra USA's Calhoun, Ga., facility and will move assembly and distribution of Mahindra Tractors approximately one hour north, according to the company. Mahindra USA worked with one of its partners to identify a suitable distribution channel solution that would meet both its customers' and dealers' requirements for its products, while shifting assembly from its Calhoun facility, the company said. "Our primary... more
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Green themes crop up at Tulsa Farm Show
Written by admin on December 11, 2009 – 9:55 pm -By KYLE ARNOLD World Staff Writer Green is the theme at this year's Tulsa Farm Show — and not just because dozens of John Deere tractors are on display. Environmental buzzwords such as sustainable, energy-efficient and organic dot the booths of exhibitors throughout the QuikTrip Center. Thursday was the first day of the three-day show, with more than 300 exhibitors selling the newest in farm implements, technologies and entertainment. Of course, farmers may have been some of the world's first conservationists as they fought and negotiated for scarce water and land resources. Murray Thibodeaux of U-Do Biodiesel is attending the show for the second year as an exhibitor, displaying a system for turning cooking oil into diesel fuel. "Farmers... more
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Guessing the price on a unique tractor in an online auction
Written by admin on November 12, 2009 – 3:40 pm -Greg Peterson Machinerypete.com Central Kentucky farmer Terry Waldridge could be fiddling a happy tune next Wednesday. Waldridge is the owner of a 1969 John Deere 4000 tractor up for sale on eBay currently. No big deal there, right? Lots of Deere tractors for sale on eBay as well as other websites. But Terry's Deere tractor is special. Turns out the 1969 JD 4000 he's owned for the last 15 or 16 years was the very first model 4000 ever made by Deere, serial number 211422. Waldridge, a native of the Blue Grass state who also happens to play in a bluegrass band, only recently discovered his 4000 was the first to roll off the Deere assembly line 40 years ago. "I paid $8,500 for it back when I bought it from a local machinery guy," said Waldridge.... more
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