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Large Domestic Autonomous Aerial Applicator Comes to Midwest

Regional aerial service Heinen Brothers is part of the commercialization process of Pyka, a young California startup’s global reach into unmanned aerial application platforms.

By Dan Crummett posted on March 24, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Growers in the western Corn Belt and parts of the Southern Plains may notice a strange, slow, high-wing spray plane at work this summer over row-crop fields and some pastures — a sight that likely will become commonplace soon.

Ahead of the Curve

Cook With It or Run It Through a Fuel Injector?

Changing consumer attitudes about cooking oils could easily shift “seed oil” supplies to renewable and biodiesel production. Health concerns and politics will certainly affect the economic outcome. See the latest from Dan Crummett in commemoration of National Biodiesel Day.

By Dan Crummett posted on March 18, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

The Clean Fuels Alliance America celebrates National Biodiesel Day March 18 praising Rudolf Diesel’s commitment to farm-grown fuels when he invented the first compression-ignited engine in 1877.

Deere Upgrades Allow Farmers to Take Smaller Steps with Precision Tech

By Noah Newman posted on March 16, 2025 | Posted in Precision Ag Sales & Service, Product Innovations & Introductions

John Deere made a wave of new precision-related product announcements over the last few weeks, one of them being MaxEmerge 5e and ExactEmerge meter upgrades.

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[Video] Yetter’s New Air-Assist Cylinder Kit Offers More Control from Cab

March 14, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Andy Thompson, Yetter AOR manager, highlights the benefits of the company’s new air-assist cylinder kit, and explains how it allows farmers to control downforce more effectively from the cab.

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[Video] Why Timing is Key with Spring Strip-Till

March 12, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Andy Thompson, Yetter AOR Manager, shares some tips for strip-tillers to consider before firing up their rigs this spring.

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[Video] New Redball STRT850 Strip-Till Unit Provides 3 Seasons of Use

March 11, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Drew Stallings of Redball showcases the company’s new STRT850 Strip-Till unit at the 2025 National Farm Machinery Show.

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[Video] Martin’s New Kronos BA1350 Row Cleaner Offers Economical Option

March 7, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Steve Martin, Martin Industries president, showcases the new Kronos BA1350 Row Cleaner, equipped with adjustable positioning, float and rigid modes, 50-degree angle and SmartClean/CleanSweep compatibility.

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[Video] LandLuvr Debuts New Strip-Till Unit for Challenging Soils

March 6, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

LandLuvr owner John Rohrs showcases the company’s new strip-till row unit, designed for strip-tillers who have several large rocks in their fields.

[Video] First Look: New Kuhn Krause CCX 9010 Cover Crop Seeder

March 5, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Michael Berggren, Kuhn Krause product manager, showcases the new CCX 9010 Cover Crop Seeder, equipped with a new ISOBUS rate controller and improved calibration system.

[Video] Kuhn Krause Introduces Liqui-PRO Fertilizer Application for Gladiator Toolbars

March 4, 2025 | Posted in Product Innovations & Introductions

Michael Berggren, Kuhn Krause product manager, showcases the new Liqui-PRO fertilizer system for the Gladiator strip-till toolbar. Berggren explains how the system provides a “one-stop shop” option for strip-tillers to maximize their productivity.

The Nemesis series is launching with models in the 175-210 horsepower range, featuring a Cummins QSB6.7 (Tier 4 Final/Stage IV) engine and one of the largest cabs in the segment. Additional horsepower ranges are planned. A limited spring production is underway with full production expected this fall.

From autonomous advancements to the reemergence of an international tractor company in the U.S., Farm Equipment recaps the best from Louisville and Tulare.

For the 2017 Farm Progress Show held in Decatur, Ill., Farm Equipment sent 10 staffers to scope out booths and interview manufacturers to find the latest new product innovations and advancements.