Farmers and ranchers have had to make some tough decisions over the last few years.
Ag equipment manufacturers have also felt the pinch, with more farms cutting back on capital purchases, like tractors. CNH says it is trying to meet farmers where they are.
“It’s in the challenging times that we need our machines to be part of the solution, right? If we can be more productive, if we can get more yield, if we can get more out of the crop, if we can make farming easier and make it more productive, we can help that financial equation even in times when the economics aren’t great,” said Scott Harris.
Tractor and combine sales have been slipping for several months now, as overall sales have fallen nearly 14 percent during March. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers shows tractor models with 100 or more horsepower were down 19 percent on the year.
A CLAAS expert shares what farmers should consider before buying a used combine, from total ownership costs and warranties to harvest performance.
August 06, 2026 01:31 PM
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John Deere’s Sarah Daniels previews her appearance on the latest episode of Dirt Diaries, where she shares more about her career, experiences, and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude through challenges.
August 04, 2026 02:30 PM
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New government data shows diesel demand is running nearly 5 percent above last year’s pace, while inventories remain about 9 percent below the five-year average.
August 03, 2026 11:30 AM
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Automation is making crops like lettuce and strawberries more practical to produce in controlled environments.
Chief Operating Officer Dallas Polivka highlights DPA Auctions’ online marketplace and discusses partnerships and technology aiding producers in managing equipment values.
Lettuce can move through a greenhouse in 21 days with limited handling. Automated systems plant, germinate, move, and harvest, reducing human contact before packaging and shipment.
