The latest news from the agricultural sector
2020-06-24
Is the in-person iron auction dead?
Sullivan Auctioneers’ consignment auction to be held June 25 and 26 is a sign of the times with the vast majority of farm machinery now selling online. Read more
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2020-06-17
Steel Deals: Rare Deere 4WD breaks the bank
A vintage Deere 4WD brings a record $148,000 at auction. Read more
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2020-06-15
John Deere adds two new models to its X Series combine lineup
The new machines, which include a wide array of technology, adjust automatically to maximize grain harvesting under changing conditions, without risking grain loss or quality. Read more
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2020-06-15
New header lineup unveiled by John Deere
To optimize harvest capacity while minimizing grain loss in a wide range of crops and conditions, John Deere has updated its entire header lineup for combines. Read more
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2020-06-08
John Deere enhances integrated technology on new 5R and 6M tractors
By incorporating AutoTrac into the corner-post display, customers get an affordable, simple way to use straight-line guidance without investing in a separate display. Read more
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2020-06-04
Farmers who own modern equipment can still perform 95% of repairs on their own.
"As an industry, we support farmers in repairing their own equipment. It's a mistruth that we don't," says Stephanie See, Association of Equipment Manufacturers. "The issue here is illegal... Read more
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2020-05-14
IHC vintage tractors are hot, combine values escalate
Combine values climb, Peterbilt prices are surprising, IHC vintage tractors are hot, and a sign of these COVID-times are the highlights of this past week’s auctions. Read more
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2020-05-12
Best iron buys of the week
A surprising number of late, late model tractors sold at auction recently. What was surprising about these sales was the enduring value of Versatile four-wheel drives. Read more
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2020-05-05
Tractor Zoom Soars To 400 Auction Partners
Ag entrepreneur Kyle McMahon had an idea on how to connect farmers to auctions in an entirely new way. Read more
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2020-05-01
Deere to suspend production at Davenport, Dubuque facilities
The temporary suspension, which will begin May 11, is due to supply chain disruptions and weakened demand for construction and forestry equipment amid the coronavirus pandemic. Read more
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2020-04-27
Don't plant wet . . but do put beans in early . . . and other planting advice
April isn’t always the optimal time to plant corn, but it is the best time for soybeans. Other planting tips from this university team include planting either crop at 1½ to 2 inches deep. Read more
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2020-04-24
Best buys of the week
COVID-19 hit and all the live auctions scheduled for March got pushed back to online sales in April. Read more
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