A new prize scheme from the Agritechnica organizer, the Agrifuture Concept awards focus on machines that offer the promise of significant technical progress over the coming decade, coupled with the realistic possibility of implementation. The Steyr Hybrid Drivetrain Konzept remains a conceptual study that will not enter production in itself but does include developments beyond those on the original Konzept tractor that may find their way onto production tractors in the future.

“We are really pleased that the Steyr Hybrid Drivetrain Konzept development has been shortlisted for this new award,”

says Peter Friis, Head of Steyr Europe Commercial Operations.

“While not set for production as a whole, this study blends a number of technical developments that may appear on future STEYR tractors, and underlines how we are always seeking to harness the very latest technology make our machines more productive for the customer.”

Source: Steyr

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Hanada is a 32-year Kubota veteran who most recently held the position of executive officer, Kubota Corporation and president of Kubota Holdings Europe B.V. and Kverneland AS in the Netherlands and has previously spent time in the U.S. in various roles.

In conjunction with this announcement, the current President and CEO Haruyuki (Harry) Yoshida will retire from the role of senior managing executive officer, Kubota Corporation, Japan, and the position of president & CEO of KNA and KTC. Yoshida took the presidency of KNA and KTC in January 2019 and has successfully built and enhanced the regional functions and operations of Kubota North America as the company continues on its high-growth trajectory.

“Kubota Tractor Corporation will celebrate 50 years in the U.S. in 2022, and I’m honored to join KTC as we celebrate our history and our 50th anniversary. I am eager to continue the tremendous momentum Kubota has experienced over the last several years under Mr. Yoshida’s leadership. We are committed to expanding our product lines and building our infrastructure to better meet the needs of our customers and dealers, and I am confident we will continue to further strengthen the Kubota brand in the U.S. marketplace and throughout North America in the process,”

said Hanada.

The executive leadership announcements include a promotion for Todd Stucke, vice president, Sales and Marketing, KNA, and senior vice president, Marketing, Product Support & Strategic Projects, KTC, will be promoted to executive officer of Kubota Corporation, Japan, serving as senior vice president, Sales, and Marketing, KNA, in addition to maintaining his role as senior vice president for KTC. Stucke will be involved in Kubota Corporation’s operations and focus on building a robust business structure for the North American market, as the company continues to invest and grow in the U.S. and Canada.

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A115 HiTech4 is a popular model with four-step powershift transmission, which is controlled electronically. The A-Series is ergonomically designed, it’s easy to use and it has the power needed to put implements to work. All Valtra A Series tractors come with Valtra’s renowned shuttle transmission including an integrated handbrake. From A Series customer gets exactly the right tractor for exact needs.

T235 Direct: beauty, brains, and brawn, this T Series tractor is a winner on all fronts, combining the power of smart technology with the strength of a 6-cylinder engine. Convenient A-pillar display puts information and control right where needed. The visibility from the driver’s seat is excellent in all directions, in all conditions. With the industry benchmark SmartTouch, each day brings more profit and peace of mind.  When power, precision, and profit are valued; the T Series is the working machine.

Source: Valtra

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