Sales of agricultural tractors and combines in the United States and Canada showed mixed results in February as farmers continue to navigate evolving market conditions while investing in productivity-enhancing equipment. According to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), U.S. sales of agricultural tractors declined across most horsepower categories in February compared to the same month last year, while combine sales posted modest growth. “Farmers remain focused on managing input costs while maximizing productivity,” said Curt Blades, senior vice president of industry sectors and product leadership at AEM. “While equipment purchases tend to follow broader farm income cycles,...

John Blue Company is celebrating 140 years in business in 2026, marking a legacy built on quality craftsmanship, trusted performance, and a commitment to serving customers across agriculture and industry since 1886. Founded in Laurinburg, North Carolina, John Blue Company has grown from its early roots into a trusted name in pumping solutions, offering a wide range of piston, centrifugal, diaphragm, spray, and injection pumps. In 1945, following a fire that destroyed its North Carolina foundry, the company relocated to Huntsville, Alabama. For more than a century, the company has remained focused on building dependable products designed to meet the...

New Holland is updating its T7 series with the North America introduction of the completely redesigned T7 Standard Wheelbase (SWB) tractor.With three models (T7.190, T7.210 and T7.225), New Holland positions the new T7 Standard Wheelbase as a compact, multi-purpose tractor designed to cover a broad mix of farm work. The company highlights its maneuverability and a comfort-oriented cab, alongside connected features and efficiency upgrades, presenting the T7 SWB as a productivity focused platform for a wide range of applications and operating needs. “Today’s farmers need equipment that is versatile enough to match their operations’ diverse needs. With multiple transmission options,...

John Deere is adding three new high-horsepower tractor models to its 8R and 8RX series, with rated engine outputs of 440 hp, 490 hp and 540 hp. The models are designed for the demands of heavy draft applications and long working days typical of large European farm operations. All models are equipped with the JD14 13.6 l engine, which can deliver up to 634 hp through Peak Power Intelligent Power Management (PP IPM). This makes the top model 8R/8RX 540 the world’s most powerful standard-design tractor. “The new additions broaden the capability of the 8 series to support large farms...

New ownership program helps farmers achieve better uptime, cost certainty and peace of mind AGCO has introduced MF Always Running, a new maintenance program from Massey Ferguson, designed to help farmers achieve better control of ownership costs, reduce uncertainty and stay productive during critical work windows. Available on all model year 2026 Massey Ferguson S Series tractors, MF Always Running combines a three-year, 3,000-hour factory warranty; scheduled maintenance; and a 48-hour loaner commitment into one standard program. It is designed to simplify ownership and help ensure consistent uptime without additional contracts or upcharges. “MF Always Running is about helping customers achieve better...

Two Fendt tractors have received the AE50 2026 Awards, organised by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ASABE) in the run-up to the National Farm Machinery Show. Each February, a jury of agricultural technology experts presents the AE50 Award to 50 selected agricultural technology developments or products at the ASABE Agricultural Equipment Technology Conference (AETC). The award-winning solutions are characterised by the highest level of innovation, significant technical progress and market influence. The conference traditionally takes place in the run-up to a major trade fair. For the 2026 edition, Fendt’s 800 Vario and 1000 Vario tractors were named...

AGCO will take part in the 2026 Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas (February 25–27) with a combined exhibit area of more than 24,000 square feet, featuring its Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and PTx brands. The displays will focus on the latest precision agriculture equipment, retrofit upgrades, and advanced autonomy solutions, while giving attendees the chance to speak directly with AGCO experts and explore how these technologies can support productivity, efficiency, and profitability across day-to-day farm operations. "Commodity Classic gives us an ideal setting to meet with professional farmers and help them explore the newest solutions that can move their operations...

Granit Parts has relied on a distributor to serve the Canadian market. Now the company says the time has come to set up its own subsidiary in “America’s Hat”. In February 2026, Granit Parts, a company supplying spare parts and accessories for agricultural machinery, hydraulics, earthmoving, and construction equipment launched its first Canadian subsidiary. "Downtime is extremely costly. That is why our goal is to support local repair shops and dealers as a dependable partner, enabling them to get their customers' machines back into operation quickly." Says Farhan Kabir, CEO of GRANIT PARTS North America. B2B customers can also use Granit’s webshop,...

The STEYR Terrus CVT tractor range comprising the 288hp 6290, 313hp 6315 and 340hp 6340 (max hp) has been further refined to boost convenience for both owner and operator. Upgrades include new technology bundles that simplify selection of the features best suited to individual businesses’ needs, and greater convenience from a revised joystick option that can now control both the front and rear linkages. Customers can now choose from three technology packs for fast and easy feature choice to suit individual demands. They can be specified alongside the existing Evolution or Excellence packages, easing the ordering process and matching business...

New Holland CX and TC straw walker combines, plus compatible headers, are all updated for 2026 to make set-up easier and harvest more productive. Varifeed header upgrades New Holland Varifeed headers feature multiple updates to enhance intake and minimize losses. All Varifee models offer 575mm of fore-aft knife travel to allow adjustment for high-volume crops such as rapeseed. The new inline knife drive on all models means output shaft motion is now fully linear, delivering direct, efficient power for smooth, precise cutting with less vibration, noise, and with greater cutting force, especially in tough materials and at higher ground speeds. Furthermore, the...