Agricultural Equipment Articles

Bobcat Expands Grounds Maintenance Lineup With AT450 Articulating Tractor →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, has expanded its grounds maintenance equipment lineup with the debut of the Bobcat AT450 articulating tractor. The AT450 joins an extensive grounds maintenance product portfolio that Bobcat has strategically grown over the past five years. This rugged and versatile machine excels at material handling, turf maintenance and snow removal, and is an ideal solution for hobby farms, commercial properties, golf courses and sports facilities, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Bobcat Celebrates $5.3M Renovation of Its Facility in Johnson Creek, Wis. →

Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, on June 15 celebrated the completion of its $5.3 million renovation at its Johnson Creek, Wis., location. The Johnson Creek facility manufactures mowers, turf and grounds maintenance equipment. "We continue to make investments in our facilities and operations, as part of our commitment to support our employees with a collaborative, inspiring workplace and to serve as a strong community partner where we operate," said Mike Ballweber, president, Doosan Bobcat North America. Click for more...

Pasture Management: Tips, Strategies for Effective Maintenance, Upkeep →

Diligent pasture maintenance is crucial to the health and productivity of grazing animals and livestock, pastured poultry, and sustainable agriculture. "A well-executed pasture management program can prevent weeds from sprouting, enhance forage grasses and extend pasture grazing seasons, while insufficient maintenance can negatively impact production systems, stocking densities and, ultimately, revenue and profitability," said Matt Nelson, director of development of Diamond Mowers, a manufacturer of industrial mowing, mulching and brush cutting equipment for the municipal, skid-steer and excavator markets. Click for more...

Teran Industries Unveils BKT992K-SNR Bucket →

From Construction Equipment Guide... The construction and mining market segments are characterized by continuous evolution, driving advancements in tools and equipment. Teran unveils its latest addition to the lineup of heavy-duty attachments: the 17 cu. yd. capacity BKT992K-SNR bucket. Manufactured with a HARDOX 450 base and dressed with HARDOX 550 reinforcement plates on all impact-abrasion points, this build quality ensures performance longevity, the manufacturer said. Click for more...

New Holland Wins Green Good Design Award for LNG tractor →

New Holland Agriculture, a global brand of CNH Industrial, has been awarded a 2023 Green Good Design Award for its T7 Methane Power LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) prototype tractor. The awards are organized by the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. This special GREEN edition of GOOD DESIGN highlights important work that spearheads fully sustainable design, from new international products and buildings to construction and planning projects. Click for more...

CNH Industrial, ONE SMART SPRAY Announce Integration of Precision Spraying Solution →

CNH Industrial and ONE SMART SPRAY, a joint venture between Bosch and BASF, have signed a collaboration agreement to integrate the latter's advanced spraying system within CNH Industrial's agricultural brand product portfolios. The system's integration will be led by the Raven team and will be commercially available via the global Case IH and New Holland Agriculture brands. The ONE SMART SPRAY integration is an important solution that will fast track the further enhancement of CNH Industrial's precision and automated spraying capabilities. Click for more...

Michelin Announces $100M Investment in Kansas Agriculture Plant →

Michelin, a leader in sustainability and innovation, announced its plan to invest more than $100 million into its Junction City, Kan., operations over the next five years to increase production capacity of tracks for agricultural equipment. "At Michelin, we are proud to partner with our customers who are meeting the challenge of feeding the world more efficiently while protecting the environment," said Alexis Garcin, president and CEO of Michelin North America Inc. Click for more...

Deere Promotes Jahmy Hindman to Senior Vice President →

Deere & Company announced that its board of directors elected Jahmy Hindman senior vice president in addition to his current position as chief technology officer, which he has held since 2020. This move reflects the vital role of technology in the success of customers' and Deere's operations. Under Hindman's guidance, Deere has established a more efficient, aligned technology organization, made significant advancements in precision technology, and has established itself as a technological powerhouse in the minds of customers and other key stakeholders. Click for more...

CNH Industrial Announces Senior Leadership Team Appointment →

CNH Industrial N.V. announced the appointment of Friedrich Eichler as chief technology officer (CTO). He will preside over the R&D community with direct responsibility for technology, innovation, quality, design and their related divisions Eichler will provide functional governance for the agriculture and construction segments' product development — coordinating closely with Segment Presidents Derek Neilson (agriculture) and Stefano Pampalone (construction). Click for more...

VIDEO: Sanco, Diamond Team Up for Inaugural Demo Days in Minn. →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Sanco Equipment and Diamond Mowers hosted an inaugural Diamond Demo Days event on May 10 to 11. The event was held at Traxler's Hunting Preserve at 37699 Hunting Preserve Lane in Le Center, Minn. Customers were invited to come and experience Diamond Mowers' brush cutter, disc mulcher and drum mulcher attachments firsthand, as well as learn their uses from industry experts. Free lunch and giveaways were provided. Click for more...

Bobcat Company Announces investment in Agtonomy to Accelerate Technology in Ag Industry →

Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, announced a strategic investment in Agtonomy, a Silicon Valley-based, ag tech software company that helps agriculture and land maintenance operators optimize operations through sustainable, innovative solutions. Bobcat's equity investment is part of a broader strategic partnership with Agtonomy formed earlier this year to create new and innovative ways to enhance Bobcat equipment for increased productivity and performance. Click for more...

Attachments International Introduces T/L/B High-Capacity Bucket →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Attachments International has introduced a high-capacity bucket for tractor/loader/backhoes. This bucket will double production and fuel savings as much as 30 percent where the excavating conditions allow, according to the manufacturer. This high strength bucket has the same design features as Attachments International's large track excavator — fully welded seams, internal gussets, solid box beam construction, high strength steel, thru-hardened cutting edges, wear bars, open or closed top design, and is offered in round or flat cutting edge. Click for more...

Mecalac Launches Multifunctional Compact Loader Line to North American Market →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Mecalac, a global designer and manufacturer of compact construction equipment, launched a new product line of robust compact loaders to the North American market. Comprised of six models, including the MCL2, MCL4, MCL4+, MCL6, MCL6+ and MCL8, the series presents versatility and agility for industries ranging from agriculture to landscape, forestry, snow removal, utility and construction. New hydraulic and maneuverability options, such as M-Drive and Speed Control, ensure versatility of the machines in terms of both application and industry. Click for more...

John Deere Expands Lineup of P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader Models →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Addressing the needs of customers looking for compact solutions that provide enhanced maneuverability, stability and power, John Deere expands its Performance Tiering offerings with the shift from L-Series to P-Tier for the 244, 324 and 344 compact wheel loader models. The new P-Tier compact wheel loaders will carry over all L-Series features and will introduce new productivity-enhancing qualities, including standard ride control in base models and optional factory-installed features, including an auto-reversing fan option. Click for more...

John Deere Establishes Allied Agreement With PCT Agcloud →

A new allied agreement between John Deere and Australian precision agriculture leader PCT will help to revolutionize in-field data analysis for grain, corn, soybean and cotton farmers in North America, Australia and New Zealand. Under the agreement, farmers will have the ability to take data from John Deere Operations Center and seamlessly share it with PCT Agcloud, providing further automated insights into protein and yield for grain growers, and bale quality and yield for cotton producers. Click for more...

Hino Trucks Partners To Distribute Battery Electric Heavy Duty Tractors →

Hino Trucks has signed a distribution agreement with Hexagon Purus to exclusively distribute a complete battery electric tractor. This tractor will utilize Hexagon Purus' proprietary zero-emission technology, including battery systems, auxiliary modules, power modules and the vehicle-level software and is developed to operate on Hino's XL 4x2 tractor cab chassis. During the ACT Expo Show, Hino Trucks displayed an early development prototype of the vehicle. Click for more...

Guardian Agriculture's Aircraft Becomes First eVTOL Authorized to Operate in United States →

Guardian Agriculture, a leading developer of Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) systems for commercial-scale sustainable farming, announced that it has received approval from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to operate its aircraft nationwide. FAA approval makes Guardian Agriculture the first commercially authorized eVTOL in the United States, allowing Guardian Agriculture to safely operate its systems across the country, and positioning it as a leader in the eVTOL space and the first to address the fast-growing agricultural use case. Click for more...

Case IH, AGuru Machinery Announce New Partnership →

CNH Industrial, parent company to Case IH has entered into an agreement with AGuru Machinery, a strip-till company based in Congerville, Ill. "AGuru Machinery expands our capabilities within our strip-till portfolio and serves as a reminder that we are committed to advancing soil management technology, agronomically sustainable practices and the future of farming," said Monte Weller, Case IH global product leader for crop production. Click for more...

Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas Raises Bar for Wheel Loader Comfort →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas introduced the ZW-7 generation wheel loaders with an emphasis on comfort, versatility and safety. Larger, quieter cabs with improved ergonomics and panoramic visibility ensure the ZW-7 generation wheel loaders offer enhanced operator comfort. "Operator comfort was a key design priority with our new wheel loaders series. A lot of work went into the cab to make it more comfortable to operate. Click for more...

Naper Settlement Agriculture Center Set to Open in 2023 →

The Naper Settlement recently unveiled a new educational center that will serve as a pipeline to agriculture and STEM professionals for future generations. The Mary and Richard Benck Family Agriculture Center will showcase Naperville, Ill.'s rich agricultural history while connecting it to the farming story of the region and the nation. In tracing the story from subsistence farming to large-scale agribusiness, the Ag Center will show how communities adapted to thrive from grit to greatness. Click for more...

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