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• Identifying yield-limiting pinch points

  04-11-2026 10:16 via News-All
  A major pinch point earlier in the year was the cost of inputs. “We were looking at ridiculously high fuel and fertilizer costs going into the spring,” Heather says. “We definitely needed to know our cost of production, and set marketing targets based on this.”Canola prices increased in the weeks and months before seeding. “We set our rotation and stuck with it this year,” Heather says. “It wasn’t as scary to keep canola in the rotation.”Because Vulcan can be dry, Heather budge
  
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• Farming Forward in Watford scheduled for Dec. 1

  05-11-2026 15:08 via News-All
  The event will provide farmers with information about farm transition and funding opportunities
  
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• Canada and China extend Preliminary Joint Agreement until 2028

  05-11-2026 13:32 via News-All
  The extension means continued tariff-free access for canola meal
  
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• Veterans Continue Serving Through Agriculture

  05-11-2026 12:23 via News-All
  Veterans are making a difference in agriculture by applying military skills to farming while supporting rural communities and future generations.
  
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• Peanut Market Eyes Stronger Demand Recovery

  05-11-2026 12:20 via News-All
  U.S. peanut production is expected to decline in 2026, while large carryover stocks and slow demand continue to influence market conditions nationwide.
  
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• USDA Crop Report Corrections Impact Corn Market

  05-11-2026 12:04 via News-All
  USDA revised inaccurate corn production estimates from earlier crop reports, underscoring the vital role reliable data plays in farm planning and market stability.
  
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• Farm Bureau Women Build Stronger Ag Voices

  05-11-2026 11:50 via News-All
  Fourteen women leaders graduated from Farm Bureau's communications program, gaining advocacy and public speaking skills to represent agriculture.
  
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• EPA Plan Gains Support from Ethanol Industry

  05-11-2026 11:46 via News-All
  The Renewable Fuels Association supports EPA's proposal to restore renewable fuel volumes lost through refinery exemptions and protect biofuel demand.
  
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• How To Refinance Existing Farm Equipment With CurrencyFinance

  05-11-2026 11:08 via News-All
  To paraphrase the adage, the only constant in business is change, and changing business conditions can make you take another look at your existing farm equipment loans.Are they consuming too much of your revenue? How do they compare with current interest rates? Do you need to tap into your equity in an asset to pay for necessary repairs, take advantage of a business opportunity, or secure working capital to maintain operations during a downturn?CurrencyFinance has a successful history of helping
  
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• What's New At Sandhills Global

  05-11-2026 11:07 via News-All
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• Manitoba Dealer AgWest Seeks Lifeline

  05-11-2026 11:03 via News-All
  One of Manitoba's largest equipment dealership networks has been given a temporary lifeline to stay in business while it seeks new financing, pursues a sale or develops a restructuring plan, as the Manitoba Court of King's Bench granted protection from creditors.AgWest Ltd. could be heading toward liquidation as the company was unable to meet payroll obligations in the middle of harvest season, according to a document filed by the company's bank, the Bank of Montreal.AgWest serves farmers at six
  
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• Deere Plans 2 Iowa Plant Closures

  05-11-2026 11:02 via News-All
  John Deere announced plans to close two Iowa manufacturing plants in the next few years and move production to other cities, in a news release from the company on Wednesday.Deere said it will be closing its plant in Ottumwa, Iowa, after moving windrower and round-baler production to Des Moines. In addition, the company said it will end manufacturing at its Hagie plant in Clarion, Iowa, after moving STS sprayer production to Louisiana.Windrower production plans to move to Des Moines by the end of
  
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• Diesel Fuel Waivers Bring Engine Compatibility Concerns and Tax Rule Questions

  05-11-2026 10:57 via News-All
  Responding to the surge in diesel fuel prices, federal and state lawmakers introduced temporary measures intended to provide economic relief. These actions raise questions about fuel use requirements and fuel taxation.“Temporary relief measures may help reduce operating costs, but diesel users should not assume that all diesel fuels are interchangeable,” said Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Engine Technology Forum. “Understanding which fuel is appropriate for a particular engine
  
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• Drago GT+ Corn Head Targets Grain Loss and Tough Harvest Conditions

  05-11-2026 10:56 via News-All
  Dragotec USA launched the Drago GT+ corn head to replace the Drago GT beginning with the 2027 model year and help growers capture more yield, run through tougher field conditions, and get extended life. “With the launch of the Drago GT+ corn head, we are raising the bar on yield capture, durability and harvest efficiency,” said Dustin Bollig, Dragotec vice president of sales and marketing. “It’s for the growers who want a corn head built for today’s more intensive harvests.”Design H
  
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• Sabanto Adds Driverless Planting Support for Spring 2027

  05-11-2026 10:54 via News-All
  Sabanto added autonomous support for row crop planters equipped with the Precision Planting Gen 3 20/20 system for the spring 2027 growing season. When the Sabanto Autonomy System is retrofitted to a tractor, growers can plant without an operator in the tractor’s seat and remotely monitor their machine.Sabanto states that smaller equipment that runs longer has an advantage over bigger, more expensive iron. A Sabanto-retrofitted tractor is designed to let the farmer use existing trusted planter
  
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• John Deere Announces an Industry-Leading Eligible Parts Warranty

  05-11-2026 10:53 via News-All
  John Deere announced it is doubling the warranty period for eligible John Deere Original Equipment (OE) service and repair parts from 12 to 24 months or 4,000 machine hours of coverage, whichever comes first. Effective November 1, 2026, the expanded coverage reinforces Deere's commitment to delivering quality products, greater customer choice and more value throughout the equipment ownership experience.The enhanced warranty reflects Deere's confidence in the quality and durability of its OE part
  
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• Economists Expect 'Muted Growth' in Ag Equipment Industry

  05-11-2026 10:51 via News-All
  We are getting this episode to you a little late, as we spent Friday making family memories and joining 750,000 of our closest friends at the Brewers Championship parade. In this edition of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we share an economic outlook on the ag equipment industry from Patrick Luce and Jeremy Bess, principal economists with Stantec. In the Technology Corner, Noah Newman spent a day in the cab with Ryan Lynch, ag technology sales specialist for Z
  
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• Wright Implement Expands to 23 Locations with Acquisition of 8 Meade Tractor Stores

  05-11-2026 10:50 via News-All
  Wright Implement announced the addition of 8 new Kentucky locations to the Wright Implement family through the acquisition of Meade Tractor stores, effective November 2. The new locations include Danville, Georgetown, Paris, Somerset, London, Richmond, Mt. Sterling and Harlan.This expansion brings Wright Implement to 23 locations across Kentucky and Indiana. They look forward to welcoming new customers and team members while continuing to provide the John Deere equipment, parts, and service you
  
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• Premier Equipment Announces Brampton Location Closure

  05-11-2026 10:48 via News-All
  As part of its focus on organizational effectiveness, Premier Equipment is announcing the closure of its Brampton location following its final day of operations on December 18, 2026. Premier will continue to serve customers in the area through its surrounding branches, customer-site sales support and mobile service.Over several decades of operation as a John Deere dealership in Brampton, the business has seen a significant shift in customer segments, needs of the customer base and how support is
  
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• John Deere Reaffirms Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing and Long-Term Competitiveness

  05-11-2026 10:47 via News-All
  John Deere announced steps designed to strengthen its U.S. manufacturing operations and continue positioning the company for long-term growth.The changes reaffirm Deere’s commitment to U.S. manufacturing by aligning production capacity with regional customer demand and advanced manufacturing capabilities. By concentrating investments in modern, high-use facilities, Deere intends to preserve and expand critical U.S. manufacturing capabilities, enhance competitiveness, support American manufactu
  
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• Alberta Beef Producers announces 2026-2028 delegates

  05-11-2026 10:36 via News-All
  Alberta Beef Producers (ABP) is pleased to share the results of the 2026 delegate elections.Producer meetings were held throughout September and October across the province. Along with hearing updates from ABP, attendees had the opportunity to meet cattle producers who put their names forward to represent their regions over the next two years as delegates.Nominees in the Northwest and Northeast zones will be officially acclaimed at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), while elections were held in t
  
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• U.S. ag midterm results

  04-11-2026 14:26 via News-All
  Republicans won five of the seven available ag commissioner seats
  
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• John Deere Plans Major U.S. Manufacturing Changes

  04-11-2026 14:25 via News-All
  John Deere is reorganizing its U.S. manufacturing network, with production shifts involving windrowers, round balers, Hagie STS sprayers and small planters.
  
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• AED Calls for Stronger Canada-U.S. Trade Relations

  04-11-2026 14:08 via News-All
  The Associated Equipment Distributors urges Canada to prioritize free and fair trade under CUSMA to protect cross-border supply chains and prevent rising costs for businesses.
  
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• National Wheat Yield Contest Honors Top Growers

  04-11-2026 11:54 via News-All
  The National Wheat Foundation recognized outstanding wheat growers for achieving impressive yields despite drought and difficult growing conditions.
  
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• Machine Learning Targets Invasive Crop Pest Threat

  04-11-2026 11:48 via News-All
  Researchers are developing machine learning tools to predict invasive pest outbreaks and help farmers take early action to protect crops.
  
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• Soybean Oil Demand Fuels Strong Soybean Outlook

  04-11-2026 11:41 via News-All
  Soybean oil demand from biofuel producers is expected to reach new highs, helping support soybean prices, crush volumes, and industry growth.
  
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• John Deere Expands Hiring Across Key Factories

  04-11-2026 11:38 via News-All
  John Deere is adding new employees and recalling laid-off workers as it prepares to meet customer demand and strengthen operations.
  
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• Texas A&M Maps Screwworm Genes to Protect Livestock

  04-11-2026 11:32 via News-All
  Texas A&M scientists are using genetics to better understand New World screwworms and develop tools to help protect livestock from future outbreaks.
  
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• Kalon Armstrong joins Nofence as managing director for Canada

  04-11-2026 10:55 via News-All
  Armstrong will lead the commercial launch of Nofence
  
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