New line of AGCO tractors delivers reduced emissions and greater efficiency with new engine technology.

AGCO says that together the new tractors and AGCO tractor dealers provide a unique ability to help family farmers conserve, succeed and build a legacy. more

Annual Ag Day recognizes agriculture’s role in building a stronger U.S. economy

Lenexa, KS – February 20, 2009 – John Deere announces that it is partnering with the Agriculture Council of America (ACA) and other industry partners to sponsor National Ag Day, celebrated annually on the first day of spring, which is March 20th this year. more

Hobart Welding Products redefines MIG welding mobility with the introduction of a Portable CO2 Cylinder Kit. An affordable alternative to heavy gas cylinders, the kit enhances welder portability and convenience. Compatible with many popular MIG welders, the kit is sold separately, (MSRP $119) or bundled with Hobart’s Handler® 140, (MSRP $599). more

Miller’s new Millermatic® 212 Auto-Set™ all-in-one MIG welder combines the proven performance of the Millermatic 212 with the popular Auto-Set feature, which automatically sets the optimal parameters based on metal thickness and wire diameter. more

KANSAS CITY, Mo. ­­­– The American Hereford Association (AHA) has chosen to promote within and select Amy Cowan as the new director of youth activities and foundation. Cowan has served the Association in various capacities since she graduated college in 1998. Most recently she worked as the marketing and national shows coordinator, where she worked closely with Chris Stephens, former youth activities director. more

Futuristic innovations guided by farmer input deliver a new generation

of power, performance and comfort

DULUTH, GA (February 17, 2009) — Massey Ferguson proudly introduces the Massey Ferguson® 8600 Series high-horsepower row crop tractor to North American farmers. This new offering of 270 to 350 horsepower tractors breaks new ground in next-generation farm equipment, consistent with Massey Ferguson’s 160-year tradition of delivering unprecedented innovations. more

(DES MOINES, Iowa — Feb. 17, 2009) — A recent Iowa State University study found that in times of high feed costs such as the cattle industry experienced in 2007, the positive economic impact of pharmaceutical technologies increased from $430/beef animal to $524/head. The latest study — conducted by John Lawrence, PhD, professor of economics at ISU, and his research associate, Maro Ibarburu — is an update of a 2005 analysis which measured the economic impact of pharmaceutical technologies commonly used in beef production — parasite control products, implants, ionophores and beta-agonists — using current feed and cattle prices. more

BOZEMAN, MT. Sarah J. (Sally) Buxkemper, Ballinger, TX, has been recognized with the prestigious 2009 World Simmental Fleckvieh Federation (WSFF) Golden Book Award. more

BOZEMAN, MT. Triple C Farms, owned and operated by Peter and Ila Courtney, Maple Plain, MN, has been recognized with the prestigious 2009 World Simmental Fleckvieh Federation (WSFF) Golden Book Award. more

NEW YORK (Feb. 4, 2009) - Pfizer Animal Health announced a new program that provides veterinarians and animal health suppliers an opportunity to support the American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) and FFA. For eligible purchases of Pfizer Animal Health products, donations will be made to the Pfizer-AABP Foundation Veterinarian Scholarship Fund and/or the FFA chapter(s) of a customer’s choice. more