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Sep. 25, 2012

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Big Iron Farm Show Gallery 3

New equipment from Versatile's new combine and Landoll's new field cultivator to a new combine track and John Deere planter were on display at Big Iron held recently in Fargo, N.D.
Sep. 10, 2012

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Challenger MT700D tractor offers more power, lower fuel consumption

AGCO introduced its new Challenger MT700D Series track tractors in August at the Farm Progress Show. The new line boasts more horsepower and torque with reduced fuel consumption than previous similar models, according to Conor Bergin, AGCO senior marketing specialist....More
Aug. 30, 2012

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AGCO rolls out three RoGator high-clearance sprayers for 2013

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Jul. 9, 2012

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AGCO announces new Challenger, Massey Ferguson, Gleaner combine updates for this year

Challenger 500C Series Challenger took the wraps off the new 500C series combines this month. The new Class VII Challenger 540C and Class VIII 560C have the same single rotor threshing system as the Challenger 600B series models they replace. But the guts of these machines were completely revamped to take on the challenges of today’s higher-yielding crops.
Jun. 11, 2012

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AGCO expands manufacturing with new assembly for all MF, Challenger tractors

All wheeled Massey Ferguson and all Challenger tractors for North America are now being assembled at the Jackson, Minn., AGCO manufacturing facility. Prior to this, many tractor models were assembled in Beauvais, France. AGCO hired 200 new employees for the expansion project, according to Jay Mulso, manager of the AGCO visitor center. Plant tours are available. Visit http://jackson.AGCOcorp.com. ...More
Jun. 11, 2012

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AGCO opens Intivity visitor center at Jackson, Minn.

The Intivity Center at Jackson, MN, is now open for visitors to walk through interactive displays on AGCO’s history and the history of some of its brands like Massey Ferguson and Challenger. The visitor center is free and open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. except holidays. Jay Mulso is manager of the AGCO visitor center. For more information, visit http://jackson.AGCOcorp.com. ...More
Jun. 7, 2012

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Photo gallery: New AGCO Intivity Center and factory facilities

AGCO opened its doors today to its new visitors Intivity Center, where Farm Industry News editor Karen McMahon attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony and participated in a first-time tour of both the center and AGCO's expanded manufacturing facilities. The Intivity Center showcases the history of AGCO and the evolution of its machinery. Five different high-horsepower tractor series will be built in the new manufacturing facilities: the Massey Ferguson 8600, Challenger MT600D, Challenger MT800C, Challenger MT900C and a new model to be introduced this year, the Challenger MT700D.
Jun. 7, 2012

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AGCO opens visitor center and expanded factory facilities in Jackson, Minn.

Today AGCO officially opened the doors to its new Intivity Center, the company’s first visitor center in North America, and its recently expanded manufacturing facility in Jackson, Minn. Farm Industry News editor Karen McMahon was there for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and to get a first-time tour of both facilities....More
Mar. 1, 2012

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Massey Ferguson introduces redesigned 9560 combine at NFMS 12

The new Massey Ferguson 9560 combine from AGCO-MF is the largest in the 9500 Series. Greg Fonger with AGCO-MF explains the features of the totally redesigned combine from header to spreader. The combine was on display at the 2012 National Farm Machinery Show....More
Feb. 29, 2012

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Top 10 largest  North American  dealership groups

1 Titan Machinery Case IH New Holland 91 locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Romania 2 RDO John Deere 61 locations in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Minnesota, Arizona, Texas, Oregon, Washington, California 3 Rocky Mtn. Dealerships Case IH New Holland, 38 locations in Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan 4 James River Equipment/Colorado Equipment John Deere...More
Feb. 29, 2012

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Smartest equipment buys, from the readers 1

We asked readers to tell us the farm equipment that was their smartest buy. The list ranges from 30+ year-old tractors to a newer pickup truck. If you have equipment to add to this list, let us know and send us a picture at FIN@penton.com....More
Feb. 27, 2012

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New row-crop planter technology from AGCO, Case IH, Kinze - Planter trends, part 2

Planter manufacturers Case IH, AGCO-White and Kinze find customers ask more about new technologies on row-crop planters vs. new iron features. Representatives from these companies discussed planter technologies in interviews following a Farm Industry News seminar held at the 2012 National Farm Machinery Show....More
Feb. 27, 2012

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New planter features on Great Plains, John Deere models - Planter trends, part 1 1

What's next for row-crop planters? Tom Evans with Great Plains Manufacturing and Austin Gruel with John Deere discuss the latest technologies on their new row-crop planters....More
Feb. 20, 2012

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AGCO's redesigned Hesston WR Series windrowers for easy steering, more comfort

AGCO Hesston shows off its new, redesigned WR Series self-propelled windrowers that offers a comfortable environment for the driver. The new windrower also features electrohydraulic steering, a plug-and-play virtual terminal and self-cleaning radiator fan to make operating a windrower easier. Jason Wire, senior marketing specialist, gives a walk-around tour....More
Feb. 18, 2012

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Major tractor manufacturers summarize 4-WD tractor market trends

What is the direction of sales and the buyer trends for 4-WD tractors among manufacturers, such as AGCO, Case IH, Claas, John Deere, New Holland, and Versatile? See this brief summary, produced at the National Farm Machinery Show tractor seminar by Jodie Wehrspann. ...More
Feb. 14, 2012

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Sneak peek at the new items at National Farm Machinery Show 2012

Farm Industry News editors arrived at the 2012 National Farm Machinery Show early to get a sneak peak at all the new equipment on display. Check out an array of what they saw and will report on in-depth throughout the week.
Feb. 7, 2012

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Growth of biomass industry dependent on government policy

The biomass industry, and consequently the market for handling equipment, is growing, but just how much will depend a lot on government policy. While federal legislators recently retained funding for energy title programs in the 2012 appropriations “minibus,” there could be cuts to the funding allocated for energy programs in the next farm bill....More
Feb. 6, 2012

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Farm Industry News presents FinOvation Awards at NFMS

Each year, based on reader interest, Farm Industry News chooses several innovative products to receive its coveted FinOvation Awards. The award winners are recognized during an invitation-only banquet during the National Farm Machinery Show, and eye-catching banners in company booths help showcase the cutting-edge products....More
Dec. 13, 2011

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Cab revamps on sprayers, combines, and forage harvesters from AGCO

Tractor cabs are not the only ones getting upgrades. Cabs on sprayers, combines and forage harvesters also are getting a whole new look, feel and functionality.
Oct. 4, 2011

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AGCO announces purchase of GSI

AGCO just announced its acquisition of GSI Holdings Corp., a major manufacturer of grain-handling equipment....More
Sep. 26, 2011

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Fendt/AGCO offers new tractors up to 360 hp

AGCO's new Fendt 900 Series tractors feature improved fuel efficiency, reversing operator station, refrigerated and heated storage accessories, and a single, touch-screen monitor for tractor controls.
Jun. 3, 2011

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Inside AGCO, Part Four: Company VP of marketing talks about future of AGCO

Jason Marx, AGCO VP of marketing, responds to questions about the company's aquisition plans and future direction....More
May 31, 2011

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Inside AGCO, Part Three: AGCO seeks market share growth

AGCO believes that it can attract more customers in North America by educating growers about the driving advantages of the its tractors, says Jason Marx, AGCO's vice president of marketing....More
May 25, 2011

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Inside AGCO, Part One: Strong agriculture market boosted AGCO sales

In part one of Inside AGCO, executives report that 2010 was a strong year for the company and they expect 2011 to be strong, too....More
Nov. 19, 2009

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AGCO to phase out AGCO-branded products

The AGCO brand name is going away. In a move designed to improve its global competitiveness, multi-brand equipment...More