For six decades, Nick’s Farm Store in Geneva, Nebraska, has been a trusted resource for area farmers, acreage owners and rural homeowners. This year, the family-owned dealership proudly celebrates its 60th Anniversary, marking an impressive milestone of service, dedication and community commitment. Founded in 1966 by grandparents, Thad (Nick) & Lorraine Nichols and daughter Nancy...…
The Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association (INEDA) is pleased to share that it has awarded $100,000 in matching scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year to 85 students pursuing careers with Iowa and Nebraska equipment dealerships. “The Andrew Goodman Scholarship is a valuable partnership that supports K.C. Nielsen team members pursuing a technical education,” said Jamie Wubben,...…
Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) successfully concluded the 2026 Policy Conference & Advocacy Day, bringing together more than 75 equipment dealer executives, managers and industry professionals from across the United States for three days of education, advocacy and direct engagement with lawmakers, administration officials and policy experts in the nation’s capital. Discussions focused on key issues affecting the...…
On April 30, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the 2026 Farm Bill, H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026, a top priority for AED. “The farm economy is the backbone of our nation and equipment dealers are essential partners in ensuring America’s agriculture sector thrives,” said AED’s President & CEO Brian P. McGuire....…
In a long-anticipated decision, by a 6-3 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration does not have the authority to issue tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). President Trump utilized IEEPA to justify emergency powers when imposing a variety of tariffs, including the 10 percent “baseline” tariff on all trading partners (“Liberation...…
The Iowa Ag Expo will return to the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, IA, on February 3-5, 2026, for its 105th year. With 119 new exhibitors this year and the addition of more booths in the Convention Center Ballroom Level, the Iowa Ag Expo continues to grow and expand. Spanning 7.25 acres, the Iowa...…
Jay Funke, co-owner of Del-Clay Farm Equipment and Past Chairman of the Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association, testified before the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship on Wednesday, January 14th. Funke’s testimony focused on current conditions facing agricultural businesses and the rural economy, drawing on more than four decades of experience in ag equipment ownership,...…
Get ready for one of the largest agricultural events in the U.S., as the Nebraska Ag Expo returns to the Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln, NE, from December 9-11, 2025. This must-attend event brings together 1,700 ag industry experts from 26 states and 6 Canadian provinces, along with thousands of farmers and ranchers from...…
The Nebraska Ag Expo — long recognized for elevating innovation across modern agriculture — proudly introduces its newest Innovation Hub: a high-energy environment showcasing emerging technologies, next-gen concepts, and engineered solutions built for tomorrow’s farms. Located in the LivestockMarket Pavilion at the Sandhills Global Event Center, the Innovation Hub brings together 72 curated ag tech...…
OCTOBER 28, 2025 – As an equipment dealer, you may be wondering how the new One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) affects overtime pay and related tax deductions for your employees. Step 1: Does the Federal Overtime Law Apply to Your Employees? Before the OBBB comes into play, first determine whether your dealership is covered by...…
At some point, all our members will deal with the transfer of ownership or transfer of stock, regardless of the organization’s size. In both Iowa and Nebraska, there is a state law that outlines the process to transfer ownership/stock to the buying individual or entity. This process involves the manufacturer or manufacturers, as the new...…
Even when farmers are spraying on target, says AgZen, most still have no idea if they are spraying the right amount, or how much of the input is staying on the target plant and making a difference. AgZen—a startup behind a “feedback optimized” smart spraying system utilized on almost a million acres of farmland in its...…
The Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association (INEDA) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, ineda.com, on October 1, 2025, alongside an updated logo and refreshed Visual Brand Guidelines. These updates reflect INEDA’s new tagline, “Representing Dealers. Advancing Innovation.”, underscoring the Association’s mission to serve members with trusted advocacy, resources, and industry leadership...…
As a business owner, every decision you make shapes your legacy. Your choices today determine how well you leverage your resources now to protect your future. September is Life Insurance Awareness Month; a reminder to act now to help you preserve what you’ve built and prepare for what’s next. Legacy: Protect What Matters Most Leverage:...…
Question One of our high-level employees is requesting additional vacation hours. For example, if her kids have a day off from school, she wants extra vacation hours to spend time with them. She gets the same amount of vacation as everyone else at our company, and we don’t want other employees to claim that we’re...…
The Nebraska Ag Expo is hosting a Career Exploration Event again this year––December 9-11 at the Sandhills Global Event Center in Lincoln, NE. (Last year, we had over three hundred students attend!) Students will have the opportunity to tour the Nebraska Ag Expo, network with equipment dealer employees, learn about innovative technology, and explore opportunities,...…
Midwest crop producers have experienced a significant downturn in corn, soybean, and wheat prices since late 2023, resulting in a drop in net returns in 2024. Moreover, current expectations are that prices will continue to remain at or below the cost of production for at least a couple more years. Consequently, a key question being...…
Claas Farmpoint is increasing its commitment to Iowa agriculture with a new service center in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the company’s second permanent location in the state. The expansion brings equipment, support and services even closer to area farmers, ensuring farmers’ operations continue to run at peak performance when it matters most. Read more »
Record Retention Guidelines We are often asked about how long tax and business records should be kept. Discarding records that should be kept poses a wide range of potential tax and legal problems. Keeping reports too long wastes precious space and resources. But how long should these files be kept? Generally, the files should be...…
As dealership groups adapt to a changing market, many are exploring the benefits of centralizing their business office functions. A well-planned centralization strategy can improve efficiency and financial controls while lowering costs. However, this transition requires careful evaluation to make sure it aligns with operational goals and dealer network structure. Dealership groups often operate their...…
