Harvesting Equipment

Machinery News: Sorbe To Lead PTx, Farmall Tractors And Case IH Round Baler, Claas Jaguar Forage Choppers

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 18:22:48 GMT

AGCO Names Brian Sorbe as New PTx Leader

Brian Sorbe joins AGCO as President of PTx, bringing precision ag leadership to accelerate the company’s offerings of smart farming solutions for almost any brand.

(AGCO Corporation)

AGCO appoints Brian Sorbe as president of PTx, effective Aug. 25, 2025.

Sorbe brings nearly three decades of experience in precision agriculture, global sales and product development to this pivotal role, AGCO says.

“I am confident under Brian’s leadership, PTx will achieve our goal of $2 billion in precision ag sales by 2029 and help us deliver our vision to be the trusted partner for smart farming solutions,” says Eric Hansotia, AGCO chairman, president and CEO.

Sorbe spent 14 years at Topcon Positioning Systems in leadership roles, including senior vice president and general manager. His career arc also spans construction and industrial automation, but agriculture has always been at the core. Raised on a farm in Iowa, Sorbe began his precision ag journey at Ag-Chem Equipment in Jackson, Minn.

He will be based in Tremont, Ill., which is a key PTx site. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Purdue University, and Sorbe’s postgraduate work includes certifications in AI and machine learning and agricultural autonomy and robotics as well as a Master of Business of Administration program.

You can read the full news release here.

Case IH Launches 3 Farmall Tractors, RB6 Round Baler

Case IH Farmall C utility tractor.

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Case IH is debuting new machinery solutions ranging from compact to utility tractors to upgraded round balers. This includes an enhanced line up of Farmall tractors, including the Farmall A, Farmall C and the return of the Farmall M.

Case IH is also unveiling a new RB6 series variable chamber round baler.

The new Farmall medium utility A series (90HP to 120HP) tractor features performance enhancements and a higher-horsepower model. Simple, factory-fit technology improves the operator experience, ensuring efficiency no matter the season or task.

The Farmall medium utility C series (90C, 100C, 110C, 120C) tractor (shown above) caters to a wide range of needs, offering both 12-speed PowerShuttle and 24-speed Hi-Lo transmissions. The Farmall C now offers subscription-free factory-installed telematics, including track-and-trace fleet management and optional ISOBUS compatible implement control.

Case IH Farmall M utility tractor

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And the Farmall utility M series (110M, 120 Super M) tractor (shown above) is making its return, promising farmers a premium experience with exceptional power and high-quality design. The M series is ideal for the needs of farms with both cash crops and livestock.

(Case IH)

The RB6 series variable chamber round baler (shown above) offers durability with triple seal bearings throughout the machine to ensure contaminants stay out while lubricants stay in. Round baler automation paired with the easy-to-use display interface ensures precise bale quality and in-field productivity.

Claas Intros New Jaguar 1000 Series Forage Harvesters

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Claas is unveiling its new Jaguar 1000 series forage harvesters. The German outfit says its new self-propelled lineup features greater throughput, power and operator comfort.

The series encompasses four models — the Jaguar 1080, 1090, 1100 and 1200 — that range from 850HP to 1,110HP with throughput rates of up to 500 tons per hour.

Claas says it designed the machines in partnership with North American growers to deliver enhanced chop quality and efficiency.

Noteworthy features on these new machines include:

The widest crop flow channel on the market, according to Claas. A new precompression system and four precompression rollers guarantee uniform feeding of the V-FLEX knife drum.
A transversely mounted 24-liter V12 MAN engine, delivering torque and reliable power.
Intelligent engine load management via CEMOS Auto Performance and all-wheel drive.
The new Multi Crop Cracker XL, a 12.2" (310 mm) diameter roller conditioning system that ensures optimal grain and stover processing at high throughput rates. It’s available in both classic and shredlage configurations.
Claas connect Chop Quality Analysis, which uses artificial intelligence to deliver Corn Silage Processing Score (CSPS) feedback directly to a smartphone.

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No, John Deere is Not Freezing Production or Stepping Away From its U.S. Factories

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 16:48:44 GMT

An online report last week claimed John Deere is shutting down ALL manufacturing in response to the ongoing tariff situation in the U.S.

But we looked into it, and we’re here to tell you: don’t take the bait — or, as the kids say, feed the trolls — because it’s simply not true.

An article authored by Kieran Schalkwyk and titled “John Deere Freezes U.S. Manufacturing in Unprecedented Shutdown” appeared on MSN.com and was aggregated by Google News feeds last week, claiming the manufacturer is “making a radical move that some might think is ‘un-American.’”

John Deere shared the following LinkedIn post Friday afternoon. You can also visit Deere.com for more information on the company’s U.S. manufacturing presence.

The MSN.com post has since been taken down and brings up an error page:

MSN.com screenshot

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It’s somewhat bewildering timing for this particular misinformation ploy.

John Deere recently put out a blog post outlining its commitment to U.S. manufacturing. The statement says John Deere will invest $20 billion into its U.S. footprint over the next decade, which includes major expansion projects in Iowa, Missouri, North Carolina and Tennessee.

Today, the company has 60 manufacturing facilities in more than 16 U.S. states and employs over 30,000 American workers.

What is true is over the past 18 months, the company has been forced to lay off some employees , and it strategically slowed manufacturing at some production facilities in Iowa in response to depressed farmer demand for new tractors and combines.

Of course, John Deere is not alone navigating a treacherous global farm economy. Machinery rivals AGCO and CNH also made the tough choice to layoff factory workers over the past 12 months. CNH even completely shutdown its overseas machinery imports during the first few days of the tariff policy rollout, although that pause was only temporary.

In February, we updated our popular “Who Makes What Where” feature showing where major farm equipment is manufactured around the world.

Our analysis of John Deere’s global factory network shows that of the 60 John Deere machines relevant to U.S. farmers, 50 of them (83%) are manufactured here in North America. Of all the major farm equipment manufacturers we polled, John Deere has the largest U.S.-based manufacturing footprint other than Canadian-based Buhler Industries, which is 100% North America based.

So, it feels safe to say we can put this rumor to bed once and for all: No, John Deere is not shutting down its factories. Myth Busted. Shutdown the rumor mill.

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All The Details: Inside John Deere’s New F8 and F9 Forage Harvesters

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 18:20:35 GMT

John Deere is rolling out two new forage harvesters for North American dairy producers and custom harvesting operations.

The brand new F8 and F9 Series feature three factory-installed operator cab options, a technology stack that will one day enable autonomous operation, and enhanced feed quality via an integrated inoculant dosing system.

How are F8 and F9 different?
The F8 Series (425PS to 645PS) is a narrow base model that takes the place of Deere’s 8000 Series forage harvester, while the F9 Series (700PS to 1020PS) replaces the 9000 Series. Within the F9 Series is the F9 1000, which is Deere’s largest forage harvest machine to date.

(Editor’s Note: “PS” stands for Pferdestärke, which is the German term for horsepower. PS to horsepower is not an apples-to-apples equal ratio. The F9 1000, for example, features 1020PS which equates to 1,006HP, according to the manufacturer.)

The F9 is available in two engine options:

John Deere 18X (no DEF required)
Liebherr V12 24L

It has five horsepower options, while the F8 comes with the JD14X engine and can be configured across six horsepower options.

The manufacturer last rolled out completely new forage harvesters in 2019.

How much will each new model cost?

The feed rolls on John Deere’s F8 and F9 forage harvesters have integrated metal detection to keep unwanted material out of your feed.

(Matthew J. Grassi)

John Deere is not sharing its pricing just yet, but the two new models are built at its Zweibrucken, Germany, factory. John Deere dealers will begin taking orders for the aggressively styled, technology-packed harvesters this fall, with final delivery in time for the 2026 forage harvesting season.

Deere representatives declined comment on what effect, if any, the still-developing U.S.and E.U. tariff situation could have on its launch plans.

Ahead of the launch, Farm Journal went to Madison, Wisc., to kick the tires and learn all about the new machines. The F8 and F9 harvesters we viewed and climbed into were the first finished production units off the factory line. Deere says several units will be field tested with U.S. customers ahead of the full fall launch.

“We’re really excited about the new cab and the technology we’ve added to these machines like central tire inflation, ground speed automation and the new kernel processing units,” says Bergen Nelson, go-to-market manager, combines and forage harvesters.

Here’s some of what we learned about the new forage harvesters:

(Matthew J. Grassi)

Cab Comforts: The same three operator cab options offered with Deere’s X and S Series combines — Select, Premium and Ultimate — are available on the F8 and F9 Series. A smoothly swiveling captain’s chair, as well as an all-new corner post display that shows real-time machine data, are among the additions. Operators who spend long hours in the cab will also appreciate integrated entertainment like SXM Radio and an optional mini fridge.

(Matthew J. Grassi )

Foundational Deere Tech Stack: Each new forage harvester in the series includes Deere’s baseline precision tech enablement stack — which consists of its G5 display, Starfire 7500 receiver and JDLink modem.

Central Tire Inflation System: A completely new feature (top left inset photo) within the G5 display allows the operator to adjust front tire PSI up or down from the cab.

John Deere Inoculant Dosing System 2.0

(Matthew J. Grassi)

Inoculant Dosing System 2.0: New on both the F8 and F9, a high-volume 85 gallon inoculant tank and integrated pump allow the user to accurately adjust silage inoculant dosage rates from the G5 display in the cab. The system is easy to pump and prime as well with the touch of a button located at the rear of the machine.

Ground Speed Automation: This cruise control-like option reads RPMs and throttles the harvester up or down based on crop conditions. For example, harvesting corn at higher moisture levels will increase power output, so the machine will automatically slow down to ensure it doesn’t plug up or do a sub-optimal job harvesting. This feature comes standard on all base models for both series and does not require a yearly subscription unlock or per-acre fee.

Pro Touch Harvest: Another new feature within the G5 display allows the operator to shift the machine from road transport mode to harvest mode in a single click. It can also be used to quickly engage AutoTrac and ground speed automation once the operator arrives at the edge of field.

This all-new XStream 305 Kernel Processing (KP) unit is built by Scherer in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

(Matthew J. Grassi)

New Kernal Processing (KP) Units: The new harvesters feature two completely redesigned KP units, the Ultimate 250 (also made in Germany) and the Scherer XStream 305, which is made in Sioux Falls, S.D. An integrated winch and internal rail mounting system makes switching the machine from corn forage to hay forage in the field quick and simple. The number signifies each KP unit’s roll diameter width in millimeters.

“Both KPs will go in both machines and have four different roll options depending on how aggressive the dairyman wants their end feed quality to be,” says Shane Campbell, product marketing manager, forage harvesters.

(Matthew J. Grassi)

Integrated Harvest Lab 3000: This on-demand constituent sensing module pulls over 4,000 samples per second with +/- 2% accuracy, and John Deere says it can save dairy operations time and money versus collecting and sending samples to a lab. The sensor tech (available as an add-on option) enables accurate measurement and documentation of dry matter, starch, protein, neutral detergent fiber and acid detergent fiber for both harvested forage and manure. The data can be stored, organized and shared via Deere’s Operations Center. Within Operations Center, users can take geo-referenced data and build out spatial starch content — as well as moisture and protein — maps for hybrid selection and fertility management. Because if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.

Active Fill Control 3.0: Using sensors and cameras on the grain spout, this tech feature automatically detects the trailer or grain cart next to the forage harvester and begins filling it with a preselected fill strategy. This reduces the number of times an operator has to adjust the spout manually and also lessens fatigue and neck strain, according to Deere.

(Matthew J. Grassi)

New Operating Modes: Several of the models within the F9 Series offer what Deere is calling its “Engine Power Plus” feature — which gives a sizeable horsepower boost when the machines senses it needs a little extra chopping power to the harvesting head. There is also an ECO mode that can be toggled on when the machines don’t need the extra torque.

Ease-Of-Access: Both models have side and rear panels that easily open to grant full access to the inner workings of the machines, making the new forage harvesters much easier to service and maintain without a lift or other heavy specialized equipment. The machine is setup so techs and mechanically-minded farmers will not have to climb underneath it to perform daily maintenance.

“At the end of the day, we know it’s all about the cow, and these machines will put out quality feed,” Nelson says. “We’ll have these out at the farm shows this summer, including Farm Progress Show, World Ag Expo, World Dairy Expo and the U.S. Custom Harvesters Convention.”

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Machinery News: John Deere Debuts Forage Harvesters, Ecorobotix Lettuce Algorithm, Kubota-Agtonomy Deal

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:10:19 GMT

John Deere has announced the launch of new F8 and F9 Series self-propelled forage harvesters, which the manufacturer says are built from the ground up with customer input to elevate forage performance and farm productivity.

Deere says the new F9 Series comes in two engine options — John Deere 18X and Liebherr V12 24L — with five horsepower options ranging from 700PS to 1020PS; the F8 Series comes with the JD14X engine bringing six horsepower options, ranging from 425PS to 645PS.

It also says the new machines offer improved automation with a higher level of comprehensive technology offerings compared with previous models.

The technology options include:

Ground speed automation — Deere also offers this feature on new S7 combines. The manufacturer says it helps maintain ideal load and prevent operator stress by adjusting ground speed in real time based on crop conditions.
ProTouch Harvest — A feature allowing operators to initiate multiple harvest-ready settings with the push of a button, while Active Fill Control ensures consistent truck fills even under the toughest harvesting conditions.

(John Deere)

“A higher-quality forage output with more power, more precision and more uptime, that’s the focus of the new forage harvesters for our customers,” said Bergen Nelson, John Deere go-to-market manager for harvesting equipment. “We’ve combined our strongest hardware with our newest and smartest precision ag technology to create higher-quality forage.”

More information on the new F8 and F9 Series SPFHs is available from a local John Deere dealer or deere.com.

Check out this test drive video from Farmworld_TV!

Specialty crop AI tech startup Ecorobtix unveils lettuce-thinning algorithm

Ecorobotix has announced the launch of its new lettuce-thinning algorithm, expanding the capabilities of its ARA Ultra High Precision (UHP) Sprayer to offer what it claims is one of the most advanced automated thinning solutions on the market.

The new functionality is available to ARA users via a software license.

“We’ve combined the power of AI with the reliability of ARA’s ultra-high precision spraying platform to eliminate one of the most time-consuming and labor-intensive tasks in the field: thinning,” said Katerina Lee, regional crop care manager for Ecorobotix.

Ecorobotix says its algorithm enables users to replace manual labor, grow crops with superior uniformity and cover fields faster than hand-labor crews.

Learn more here.

Kubota-Agtonomy join forces to develop autonomous specialty crop machinery

Kubota North America has announced a collaboration agreement with Agtonomy, an agricultural autonomy software provider, to commercialize autonomous operations on Kubota diesel tractors for spraying and mowing.

Kubota says the partnership reflects its commitment to pioneering solutions and equipping growers with smart technology.

“Our working relationship with Agtonomy represents a significant milestone toward commercializing our vision for autonomy by merging our expertise and technology with Agtonomy’s autonomous platform,” said Brett McMickell, chief technology officer for Kubota North America.

The initial phase of the partnership will focus on integrating Agtonomy’s capabilities with Kubota’s M5N specialty crop diesel tractor.

Learn more about Kubota’s vision for autonomous technology in farming here.

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Swathers to Sprayers: Strong Oklahoma Auctions and Machinery Pete’s Ratio for Fair Used Farm Equipment Deals

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 20:05:45 GMT

This week, Machinery Pete takes us on a trip down to Oklahoma, where he tracked “a bunch of good sales” over the last week, including his Pete’s Pick of the Week winner:

Last Wednesday, at a sale in Waukomis, Okla., a 2019 Case IH WD2104 swather with only 330 hours sold for $128,100, a new record high for that model (pictured above). The previous record price was $107,200.

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Pete also notes a 2021 Case IH Maxxum 150 tractor with a loader (700 hours) sold for $123,900 in the same auction. That’s the sixth highest auction price of all time for that make/model, he says.

“I think the (high) price of (a) new (swather) has probably made that pretty attractive,” Pete says. “And sometimes people buy new stuff — it might be for tax reasons, who knows — and they kind of drift for a couple years and don’t use it that much, knowing that when they do have their retirement sale that low hour stuff holds its value tremendously.”

Also of note last week in the Sooner State was a Big Iron Auctions farm retirement sale near Forgan, Okla. A trio of well-maintained, high-hour machines caught Pete’s attention there:

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A 2012 John Deere 8360R tractor with 8,079 hours sold for $106,250. Pete says that’s the highest auction price “by a mile” he can find on a tractor with more than 8,000 operating hours.

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A 2016 John Deere S670 combine with 28,106 engine hours sold for $80,750.

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A 2017 John Deere R4038 sprayer with 23,101 hours sold for $116,500.

“Even though these all had higher hours, the farmer who owned them, Max Huling, obviously he took tremendous care of his equipment,” Pete says. “So, whether it’s low hours or higher hours, if you take great care of your stuff, it pays off when it comes time to sell it.”

The Machinery Pete Ratio Explained
Pete crunched the latest numbers at MachineryPete.com to show where used combine and tractor prices sit today in relation to his Machinery Pete Ratio theory.

The Machinery Pete Ratio is a metric Pete came up with to show that the price of a well-conditioned, late-model, used machine at auction should usually fall roughly between 70% to 75% of the dealer advertised price for the same machine brand new. If the ratio is too high, the price of used is inflated. And if it’s too low, the seller is not getting full market value.

Today, Pete says, the average auction price on a used John Deere S780 combine is $250,781, and the average dealer advertised price on a brand-new one is almost $433,000. That’s 60% less that the buyer has to spend to buy the used S780, on average, than it costs to get one brand new. That’s a good deal for the buyer, but the dealer on the other side of the deal might think they are leaving extra money on the table.

For comparison, the average auction price today on a used John Deere 8R 410 tractor is $334,578 while the average dealer price for new is $450,430. That’s a 76% ratio, which falls slightly over the target zone established by the Machinery Pete Ratio.

That metric would tell you if you’re a dealer and you have an excess inventory of used 8R 410 tractors cluttering up your lot now, it might be a good time to move some to the auction market. Or, if you’re a farmer looking for a bargain on a used 8R 410, you might think about waiting to see if the average auction price drops.

“It does look like prices are dropping, the key question now is we just passed June 1, which for me, that’s the buoy in the water,” Pete explains. “It’s when dealers take a collective breath, because customers have seed in the ground, and there’s five months on the books (in 2025) and they go, ‘Ok, how are we sitting on our used inventory, and what are our plans for the rest of the summer and fall to work this down?’ Last year, we saw an avalanche of dealers pushing stuff into the used auction market. This year, I don’t know if we’ll see as big of a push. I don’t think we will, but there’s going to be a lot of stuff that does get pushed. So again, tractors have a little more room to adjust downward, I think.”

Upcoming Auctions to Watch
Pete will be keeping his eyes focused on a pair of auctions this week.

On Tuesday, the folks at Del Peterson Auctions (DPA) will kick off their monthly online auction for June. There’s a 2024 Case IH TV620B skid steer with super low hours (15.6) listed in that sale.

On June 26, in Merritt, Iowa, there is a Zomer Company Realty & Auction farm retirement sale for Joe and Diana Rota that features nice, late-model used Case IH farm equipment.

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Before You Panic: How to Fix Simple Machine Issues

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:56:05 GMT

The first reaction when a machine malfunctions is to think of expensive, catastrophic causes. Fortunately, a deep breath and careful consideration might offer simple cures for these symptoms.

Symptom: An engine routinely overheats due to low coolant level. There’s no coolant in the crankcase, no coolant on the ground where the machine is parked or no visible leaks on any hoses or the radiator.

Panic diagnosis: Blown head gasket, cracked cylinder head or slipped cylinder liner.

Potential simple cure: Replace radiator cap. A tired pressure relief spring in the cap can release coolant out the radiator overflow, lowering coolant level and encouraging engine overheating. Newer machines with a faulty radiator cap would have problems with the coolant recovery tank overflowing.

Symptom: A main gearcase on a combine, forage harvester or other machine is covered with oil that’s dripping on the ground.

Panic diagnosis: Leaky shaft seals, blown gasket or cracked gearcase housing.

Potential simple cure: Check the area around the gearcase’s vent. If there’s “clean” oil in that area the gearcase might be spewing excess oil from that vent. Check to see if the gearcase was overfilled when its fluid level was last checked. Big gearcases, if checked immediately after operation, might not have fully drained all the oil into the sump, giving a false reading on any sight glasses or dipsticks, leading to overfilling. Check gearcases after they’ve had time to drain to their sump.

Symptom: Some, but not all, functions of the electrical system on a tractor or self-propelled machine are dead. There’s no blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers in the fuse/breaker box.

Panic diagnosis: One of the #%*! computers that run modern machines has died.

Potential simple cure: A fuse or circuit breaker in an accessory fuse/breaker box has failed. Even machines made in the 1980s might have up to three fuse/breaker boxes hidden behind panels in the cab, under a trim panel on the back of the cab or near the battery box. Use the owner’s manual to locate and check every fuse/breaker panel on the machine.

Symptom: The display on a stand-alone seed or sprayer monitor goes blank or displays hieroglyphics.

Panic diagnosis: The console has “blown up.”

Potential simple cure: Check for 12 volts at console wiring harness connector. Check for damage to wiring harnesses on the planter or sprayer, especially at the back of the tractor and at hinge points where wings fold. Yes, monitor consoles fail, but not as often as broken or shorted wires cause them to do strange things.

Always try the simple stuff first. There’s always time to panic later.

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From the Factory to Your Fields: Where Farm Equipment Is Made

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:25:58 GMT

The global agriculture equipment market is currently valued at $181 billion (USD) and is expected to grow by 4% over the next eight years. That’s according to a recent analysis from global consulting firm IMARC Group.

While IMARC Group pegs Asia-Pacific as the leading region for farm equipment manufacturing market share, it would stand to reason most of those machines are being sold to farmers in that region. The farm equipment U.S. farmers use is most commonly built in Europe, North America and South America.

Brand Breakdown
For example, John Deere’s manufacturing footprint is mainly based in North America. Of the 60 John Deere machines relevant to row-crop producers, 50 of them (83%) are manufactured in North America. Drilling down further, the three states with the largest John Deere manufacturing presence are:

Iowa at 61%
North Dakota at 17%
Illinois at 15%

Case IH builds 66% of its row-crop machines throughout North America, while 24% of them are manufactured in Europe.

Fellow CNH brand New Holland maintains a fairly balanced manufacturing presence between Europe (30%) and North America (43%).

AGCO’s Germany-based brand, Fendt, builds 57% of its row-crop machines in the European Union (EU) with North America hosting roughly 43% of its manufacturing. Claas has a large manufacturing presence in Europe, but it also manufactures its LEXION combine in Omaha, Neb., and has facilities in Columbus, Ind., and Regina, Saskatchewan.

McCormick and Landini machines are built entirely in EU factories. In contrast, Buhler Industries’ manufacturing footprint is fully based in North America.

Check out the data to see where your favorite tractor, planter, sprayer, combine and other farm machines are built in 2025.

Click here to download a printable version of the table above.

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AGCO Launches Massey Ferguson 2025 Compact Tractor Series, New Double Square Baler

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:00 GMT

AGCO has announced the launch of its Massey Ferguson 2025 compact tractor lineup as well as a new double small square baler for hay producers.

The 2025 lineup offers solutions tailored to smaller agricultural operations and AGCO says its model year class empowers operators to achieve better results with better value.

Included in the 2025 Model Year Class of compact tractors:

New Premium Series (24.8 - 60.3 hp) tractors designed for daily use and ideal for a variety of applications from snow removal and landscaping to fieldwork and property maintenance.
New MF Compact-Economy Series (24 - 57.3 hp) tractors balance affordability with capability and offer a variety of configurations.
New MF Sub-Compact Series (22.5-24.5 hp) tractors that Massey Ferguson says are perfect for hobby farmers and first-time operators.

For more information about the Massey Ferguson MY2025 compact tractor lineup, visit https://www.masseyferguson.com/en_us.html.

Hesston by Massey Ferguson Double Small Square Baler

The MF SB.1436DB is designed to help producers meet tight harvest windows with minimal costs and maximum productivity, according to Massey Ferguson.

(Massey Ferguson)

AGCO’s new Hesston by Massey Ferguson SB.1436DB small square baler is capable of producing two rows of bales per field pass. Massey Ferguson says this enables double the output of a single baler producing 14-by-18-inch bales. By producing two rows of bales per pass, the new machine effectively doubles production capacity while reducing the need for additional labor, equipment and fuel.

Its 105-inch pickup width is also the widest configuration in the high-capacity small square baler segment, according to Massey Ferguson. This helps improve field efficiency and reduce labor needs by optimizing movement of hay into the baler.

For more information on the MF SB.1436DB small square baler, visit https://www.masseyferguson.com/en_us.html .

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John Deere Adds Three New Forage Harvesters to its 2023 Lineup

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 18:44:12 GMT

While silage season has already kicked off in most parts of the country, John Deere has started to prepare for next season. The company recently announced it will add three new Deere-powered self-propelled forage harvesters to its 2023 lineup – the 9500, 9600 and 9700.

According to John Deere, the lineup will meet the needs of contractors, customer harvesters, and dairy and livestock producers challenged by increased operating costs, shorter harvesting windows and a smaller pool of skilled workers.

“John Deere expanded the horsepower offerings for our wide-body forage harvesters that include the 9500 to 9900 models to provide improved performance and made updates to maximize machine uptime and reduce cost of operation,” Chase Milem, marketing manager with John Deere said in the product announcement. “Customers now have more choices than ever when it comes to selecting a new John Deere forage harvester.”

A New Engine

Each self-propelled forage harvester will sport a new John Deere Power Systems JD18X, 18L engine. This upgrade will increase productivity with up to 13% higher efficiency, due to the diesel-only innovation of the engine that does not require DEF fluid. Since no DEF fluid is required, ownership costs are kept low, and machine reliability should be increased.

Additionally, the new engine has a 750-hour service interval, allowing farmers to spend less hours servicing equipment in the shop and more time harvesting forage in the fields.

“The ideal performance characteristics of the John Deere engine decreases fuel consumption and are perfectly aligned and synchronized for outstanding crop flow through the machine,” Milem said.

New Features

Besides sporting a new JD18X, 18L engine, the harvesters also come equipped with new spouts. According to the company, these spouts will provide better operator visibility while unloading and boost machine reliability compared to previous models. Additionally, a change in the geometry of the spout along with more clean-outs will allow farmers to operate smoothly even in the stickiest of crop conditions.

Farmers harvesting corn silage will appreciate the improved forage quality and kernel processing of the 9000 Series. This series features either the John Deere Premium or XStream KP kernel processors, which are designed to deliver higher processing scores regardless of cut length.

Other forage harvester upgrades include:

Fully integrated AutoTrac RowSense guidance
Active Fill Control with rear unloading
Generation 4 Universal Display
HarvestLab 3000, which provides on-the-go constituent sensing and documentation

“Contractors and custom harvesters will appreciate the constant maximum throughput these forage harvesters provide, along with a cab that features enhanced operator visibility and comfort,” Milem said. “Reliability, low cost of operation, increased quality of completed work, minimized daily maintenance requirements and reduced total fluid consumption were key improvements John Deere made that will benefit customers.”

Compare Self Propelled Windrowers

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:33:30 GMT

When it’s time to cut hay, you need the right machine, ready to go, to get as much hay down as quickly as possible. This product comparison looks at machines from five brands within the self-propelled windrower market, using engine horsepower as a relatively common denominator across all models.

Each model comes with a variety of header types and sizes, in addition to conditioner styles, to fit your crop and harvest needs. As far as operator comfort is concerned, each model offers basic to deluxe cab packages, in addition to precision guidance options.

Click on the links below to go to product websites for each model shown.

New Holland Speedrower 220

Case IH WD2104

John Deere W235

MacDon M1240

Massey Ferguson/Hesston WR9870

Chicken or Egg: Which came first? It's enough to make you wacky!

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:02:21 GMT

ATTN: GRAPESTOMPING COW IN YOUTUBE VIDEO BELOW. (REALLY!)

Hi All! Thought you might enjoy the pilot episode of, Drawing Inspiration, a family friendly TV show my creative partner and I have been working on for several years which focuses on creativity, innovation, inspiration and of course, humor. And yes, for those of you who are bovine-inclined, like me, the main star is a cow! Cheers! Leigh www.RubesCartoons.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NZyHjbbeEg

Be sure Follow Leigh on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @RubesCartoons Event planners, when’s the last time you had a hilarious and inspirational speaker at your conference, sales meeting, banquet, etc? Hundreds of thought-provoking LOL’s guaranteed! https://www.rubescartoons.com/rit-cartoonist-in-residence.html