Alexander Gray

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John Deere Announces New F8, F9 Series Self-Propelled Forage Harvesters with Automation Features

4 days ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

John Deere is launching its new F8 and F9 Series self-propelled forage harvesters, designed to increase fuel efficiency, operator comfort, and productivity. The new machines have increased horsepower and more automation features over previous models. “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, go-to-market manager for harvesting equipment at John Deere.
AGCO Expands PTx Products Into 50 Fendt and Massey Ferguson Dealers

1 week ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

AGCO announced it will be significantly expanding the availability of PTx precision agriculture products to over 50 additional Fendt and Massey Ferguson dealerships in the U.S. and Canada. AGCO is also planning to equip all of its production agriculture dealerships in North America with the PTx Trimble guidance and steering technology by the end of 2025. “Our commitment to precision agriculture has never been stronger,” said Eric Hansotia, AGCO chairman, president, and CEO.
Kioti’s Most Powerful Tractors Yet: The HX1302 and HX1402

1 week ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

Kioti Tractor is introducing new models to the HX Series utility tractor line — the HX1302 and HX1402 — Kioti’s most powerful tractors yet with 35 hp more than previous models. “The HX1302 and HX1402 utility tractors represent a significant advancement in stability, power, and versatility,” said Joel Hicks, product line manager for tractors at KIOTI.
Honda Announces New FourTrax Multipurpose ATVs for 2026

2 weeks ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

Honda announced the return of the FourTrax line of multipurpose ATVs — the FourTrax Rancher, Foreman 4x4, and Foreman Rubicon — for the 2026 model year. The FourTrax models will have new accessories for 2026 including the Mini-Pro Connect Line that allows owners to bring a camera, phone, tablet or Bluetooth speaker on the ride. Other features include a new audio system, gun-boot mount, steel baskets, and handguards.
U.S. Ag Machinery Sales Continue Downward Trend in April

2 weeks ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

U.S. sales of tractors in all classes dropped 12.3%, while Canadian sales of agricultural tractors grew 3.4% in April 2025 compared to April 2024, according to numbers from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). “The April report of slow tractor and combine sales is reflective of the overall softness in the ag economy.
CNH Partners with Starlink for Satellite Connectivity in Rural Areas

3 weeks ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

CNH Industrial — parent company of Case IH, New Holland, and Steyer — has signed an agreement with Starlink to bring satellite connectivity to farmers. “We’re thrilled to offer our customers access to industry-leading satellite connectivity, enabling them to maximize the potential of our full suite of precision technology in even the most challenging rural environments,” said Stefano Pampalone, agriculture chief commercial officer at CNH.
Great Plains Brings Narrow Transport Size to Min- and No-Till Box Drills

3 weeks ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

Great Plains has introduced new sizes of its BD7410 min-till drill, and the BD7510: a brand-new box drill for no-till operations. These new box drills are designed around narrow transport sizes for ease of navigation while moving field to field, capable of traveling through narrow gates and roadways.
Kioti Announces Industry-First Sub-Compact Tractor with a Cab

3 weeks ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

Kioti has launched the CS30 Series sub-compact tractor — the first of its size with a factory-installed climate-controlled cab. “We've been working to be the first in the market to offer a four season, climate-controlled factory cab on a subcompact tractor,” said Joel Hicks, product line manager for tractors at Kioti. “Not only does it fit well in southern states where it typically gets a lot hotter, but also in the northern states and Canada where it gets colder.
BKT’s New Combine Tire has Higher Capacity for Less Compaction

1 month ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

BKT has announced the new Agrimax ProHarvest high-performance tire for combines designed to carry higher capacity while reducing soil compaction. “Thanks to its innovative design, Agrimax ProHarvest tackles challenges by reducing the pressure exerted on the soil since it has a larger footprint,” said Dilip Vaidya, senior president and director of technology at BKT.
Bobcat Introduces New, Fully-Enclosed Compact Tractors

1 month ago | agriculture.com | Alexander Gray

Bobcat is expanding its compact tractor lineup with the new 4500 series featuring two new models, the CT4545 and CT 4558, designed for agriculture work and acreage management. The new 4500 tractors have similar features and functions to the Bobcat 4000 open-station compact tractors, but these feature a fully enclosed cab with heating and air conditioning. “Rain or shine, operators will find exceptional comfort in the new CT4545 and CT4558,” said Kylle DeMars, product manager for Bobcat.