Navigating the Economic Storm

On May 22 and 29, INEDA hosted Regional Meetings in Grand Island, NE, and Ankeny, IA. We had very good participation and attendance at both meetings. This year’s workshop focused on economic factors affecting the market, including market forecasts and tax situations, including tariffs and how they will impact dealers, along with risk management in...…

Closing Time

Nebraska’s Legislative Session Adjourned on June 2 I couldn’t help but think of a popular song from the 1990s as the Nebraska Legislative Session was drawing to a close. The chorus of Closing Time, by Semisonic, states, “You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here.” That’s where I think most Senators, staff...…

Executive Insight: AI

The theme of this issue of the Retailer magazine is artificial intelligence(AI). In an industry where tradition meets cutting-edge technology,agricultural equipment dealers now stand at a defining crossroads.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept confined to Silicon Valleyor sci-fi movies—it’s rapidly transforming the very fields your customerswork in every day.From autonomous tractors to predictive...…

Celebrating 5-years Tech Hub LIVE

We are excited to be a supporting organization of Tech Hub LIVE Conference and Expo. Celebrating 5-years, Tech Hub LIVE is the premier event for tech-enabled agriculture bringing together the ag retailers, distributors, manufacturers, and all stakeholders in the supply ag chain all committed to leveraging the latest tech innovations for practical advantages on the...…

Landmark Implement in Hastings Opens New Facility After Fire in 2022

By Jartavius Edmond HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) – Celebrating its 59,500 square-foot facility, Landmark Implement in Hastings opened the doors to the rebuilt building on Tuesday. The company welcomed residents with tours, refreshments, company merchandise, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Hastings Chamber of Commerce. Jason Vertin, location manager of Landmark Implement, said the rebuild took two years. “We...…

Tracking North America’s Largest Dealer Groups

Tracking North America’s Largest Dealer Groups By Farm Equipment Staff Report posted on May 20, 2025 | Posted in Dealers on the Move A ranking of the largest farm equipment dealer groups in North America In response to ongoing requests from both dealers and manufacturers about North American ag machinery demographics and the economic importance of the industry, the...…

How to Scale — Without Losing Customer-First Roots

P&K was on the leading edge of a small operation ‘going big,’ but a trusting, decentralized culture prepared the seeds for a 40th harvest — as a 30-store group covering distant territory By Mike Lessiter posted on May 21, 2025 | Posted in Dealer Succession, Dealer News Editor’s Note: P&K Equipment was named by Farm Equipment’s independent panel of judges...…

Smart Farming on the Rise: Autonomous Agricultural Market Expected to See Significant Surge

The Global Autonomous Agricultural Vehicle Market size will expand at over 17% CAGR from 2024 to 2032, due to technological advancements and the rise of precision agriculture. Autonomous agricultural vehicles are equipped with advanced sensors, GPS, and AI to perform tasks, such as planting, harvesting, and soil analysis with high accuracy and efficiency. With ongoing developments, autonomous...…

Trump Administration Ends Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirement

March 4, 2025 – The Treasury Department has suspended enforcement, indefinitely, and will propose a narrowed rule to permanently address the issue. On March 2, the Treasury Department announced that, with respect to the Corporate Transparency Act, not only will it not enforce any penalties or fines associated with the beneficial ownership information reporting rule...…

2025 Farm Equipment Decisions

How the economy is shaping ag equipment purchases Published on 1/16/2025 The analysis is provided by Matt Erickson, an economist for Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica). While nobody can predict what 2025 holds for agriculture, today’s economic trends and past cycles provide valuable insights for thinking about farm equipment purchases. AgDirect, one of the...…

Best Agriculture Apps for 2025

Editor’s note: Senior Multi-Media Specialist Matt Hopkins has been compiling his list of the best mobile apps in agriculture since 2010. In the slideshow below you’ll find more than 30 apps worthy of downloading in 2025. Inclusion on the list is based on research and evaluation of new or recently updated farming apps available for Androids, iPhones,...…

Federal Court Reinstates Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirement

DECEMBER 23, 2024 – A federal Court of Appeals decision has reinstated the requirement under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for filing requirements have been reinstated. Reporting companies, except as indicated below, are once again required to file beneficial ownership information with FinCEN. (Those who fail to meet this deadline could face up to two years...…

Federal Court Delays Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirement – AGAIN

DECEMBER 27, 2024 – This time of year, it is always important to keep your receipts in the event there is a needed return. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has just returned to their previous ruling and have reinstated the nationwide injunction against the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act’s Beneficial Ownership Information filing....…

2024 Year in Review: Combines

Casey Seymour, Moving Iron, looks back at the factors that influenced the combine market this year and looks ahead to what we may see in 2025. In 2024, the combine market has seen significant changes, marked by contrasting trends that reflect the broader agricultural equipment industry’s adaptation to shifting economic conditions. Key reports from equipment...…

Iowa Farm Bureau Identifies Massive Loss in Agriculture economy

Fiscal 24 has been the worst period of profitability for Iowa farmers in 10 years, causing further problems in the manufacturing sectors and creating a $1.5 billion market loss. Over the last several months, the Iowa agriculture economy has seen a tremendous downturn. Thousands of workers have been laid off at various manufacturing plants around the country....…

Federal Court Invalidates Federal Overtime Rule

UPDATE NOVEMBER 15, 2024 – The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas just issued its ruling invalidating the entirety of DOL’s overtime final rule. In his ruling, Judge Jordan stated that while DOL has the authority to define and delimit the terms of the overtime exemption, “that authority ‘is not unbounded.’” He...…

Lessiter Media Releases New “Autonomous Farm Equipment: Adoption & Outlook” Report

Global demands for food, fuel and fiber are expected to dramatically increase over the next 25 years. At the same time, continuing labor shortages have growers seeking out technology to reduce labor while more precisely applying applied crop inputs via variable-rate technology. This exclusive report, Autonomous Farm Equipment: U.S. Farm Adoption & Outlook report, features original analysis...…

Career Exploration Event at Nebraska Ag Expo

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