Best Practices

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Beyond Broke/Fixed: How Ag Equipment Dealers Can Secure Warranty Approvals

In an era driven by technology, documentation is paramount for reimbursement. Devon McGwin outlines the steps to move from simple service orders to robust, audit-compliant ag equipment warranty claims

Devon McGwin, development and compliance director with Warranty Consulting Services, notes that with nearly two decades of experience, he has seen the "gravy train" of simple warranty reporting disappear. 


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[Podcast] Ag Equipment Tariff Cut to 15%; Plus, CNH Reorg Consideration & Latest Dealer Sales Forecasts

In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at President Trump's tariff reduction on ag equipment, the latest dealer sales forecasts, and how high input costs are keeping farmer sentiment down.
In this episode of On the Record, brought to you by Associated Equipment Distributors, we look at President Trump's tariff reduction on ag equipment, the latest dealer sales forecasts, and how high input costs are keeping farmer sentiment down.
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On the Record

CNH Dual Branding Changes

Ag Equipment Intelligence learned that CNH underwent a larger layoff round and reorganized leadership responsibility in key sales, dealer development and other positions now managing BOTH the New Holland and Case IH businesses interests for its dealer network.
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Daniel Surprenant

Daniel Surprenant

Daniel Surprenant has 30 years of experience in dealership training. His training company is Formation Future Inc. He is also a founding member of the Machinery Advisors Consortium.

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No-Till Farming Market in the U.S.: A 10-Year Study into the Practice & Trends

$599.00
$499.00
$100.00 (17%)

This multi-billion dollar investment into conservation ag will undoubtedly raise awareness for the benefits of no-till farming and drive adoption in the U.S. It’s more important now than ever that dealers and manufacturers understand no-till farming, what it can do for their customers and the potential demand for equipment it will create on the heels of these investments.

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Cover Crop Adoption & Outlook by High-Production U.S. Farmers: Applications, Economics & Trends

$399.00
$349.00
$50.00 (13%)

This new report helps you identify the opportunities and challenges for your business by participating in one of the largest trends in all of American agriculture, cover crops. The online-exclusive report features original reporting and primary research data licensed from years of operational benchmarking surveys of growers compiled by No-Till Farmer and Cover Crop Strategies.

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Alternatives to Fossil Fuels in Farm Machinery: Overview & Outlook Through 2027

$699.00
$599.00
$100.00 (14%)

This compilation covers a state of the technology review of alternative fuels and includes primary research of North American dealers. This authoritative report provides you with the insight you need to strategically position your business for changes in the fuel choices that power the machinery on the farm.

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Opportunities for Dealers, Manufacturers with Growing Strip-Till Practice (PDF)

$99.00

For years, there has been anecdotal evidence that there are pockets of strip-till growth, a niche that began to be commercially served by manufacturers in the 1990s. Evidence comes from both the farm and the dealership levels, with local ambassadors for the practice promoting the benefits and converting neighbors and customers. These are encouraging stories that reinforce the commitment strip-tillers make, along with the challenges they face and rewards they earn. The objective of this report is to create a “how to” guide for dealers not yet operating within the strip-till market and provide them with insights from farmers and dealers on what it means to carry, sell and service strip-till equipment.

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Getting More From Your Farm Tires

$12.95
High levels of pressure exerted by ag tires on farm ground can cause compaction, which restricts root growth and water infiltration, delays crop emergence and can reduce yield potential by as much as 60% depending on conditions. This report gives you useful tips to get more from ag tires, tools to shield tires from stalks and helps you choose the right farm tires for your operation. View
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2013 Benchmarking No-Till Farming in the U.S. (PDF)

$29.95
"Benchmarking No-Till Farming in the U.S. — 2013" is the only report of its kind for the farm equipment industry. Based on surveys of hundreds of U.S. farmers, this unique and valuable report represents the most comprehensive and up-to-date data available on U.S. no-till farming. View
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2011 Benchmarking No-Till Farming in the U.S. (PDF)

$29.95
"Benchmarking No-Till Farming in the U.S. — 2011" is the only report of its kind for the farm equipment industry. Based on surveys of hundreds of U.S. farmers, this unique and valuable report represents the most comprehensive and up-to-date data available on U.S. no-till farming. View
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2008 Ag Equipment Intelligence Annual Business Outlook and Trends - Farm Equipment Forecast (PDF)

$29.95
Compiled and written by the editors of Ag Equipment Intelligence, the 48-page Dealer Business Outlook & Trends Forecast breaks out dealers' 2008 outlook by country (U.S. and Canada), by U.S. region, by equipment brand and by the size of dealership. It also provides a status report and analysis of North American farm equipment industry retail sales & inventory data, and insightful used farm equipment pricing & inventory analysis. View
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The Farmer's Earthworm Handbook

$15.95

Regardless of your tillage system, this manual will help you use earthworms to make your crop more profitable! Enlist the help of your subterranean friends in improving fertility, loosening soil so plant roots grow deeper! Follow these recommended steps to increase the numbers of earthworms which will allow you to increase profits while reducing tillage, fertilizer and chemical expenses. Includes charts, photos, illustrations, and 19 chapters on managing this valuable underground workforce!

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EVENTS

EDA and ARI Network Services Announce Final Digital Marketing Webinar for 2018

8/30/18 12:00 pm CST
Contact: Alex Hoffman
During this webinar, ARI’s marketing coordinator, Chloe Banholzer, will walk through proven methods to generate more reviews and explain how to turn both positive and negative reviews into opportunities. Read More

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