Manitoba’s lack of higher-rated RTAC roads creates irritating highway detours and weight restrictions for farmers, University of Manitoba students told KAP.
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Students push for Manitoba road upgrades
Gaps in Manitoba’s RTAC heavy-haul highway network were highlighted in a recent resolution to Keystone Agriculutural Producers
Manitoba John Deere dealers plan merger
Dealer chains say consolidation will improve parts access, service speed, long-term support for farmers
Two retail dealership chains handling John Deere farm equipment in Manitoba say they plan to merge, bringing 13 locations under one organizational umbrella.
Canadian tractor sales slumped in 2025, combine purchases up
Canadian farmers have bought slightly fewer tractors this year than in 2024 while combine sales rose, statistics from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers show.
VIDEO: JCB adds new 6000 series Fastrac tractors
One new JCB tractor model comes in at 284 horsepower, while the equipment maker’s bigger Fastrac option, the 6300, comes in at 335 horsepower
JCB had its latest Fastrac tractors in its new 6000 series at Agritechnica 2025 in Hanover, Germany. One of the models won a ‘Tractor of the Year’ award for sustainability.
VIDEO: Claas Axion 9 tractors showcase comfort features
The Claas Axion 9.450 tractor was recognized with two awards at the recent Agritechnica farm show in Germany
German equipment manufacturer Claas showcased its new Axion 9 tractor series, including farmer-focused cab features, at the Agritechnica 2025 machinery show in November.
Methane power opens door for farm-made fuel
New Holland’s methane-powered tractor is ready to hit dealerships, particularly in Europe where on-farm methane producing biodigesters are more common
New Holland unveiled its production-ready version of a T7.270 methane-powered tractor at Germany’s Agritechnica 2025 farm show.
Claas Axion 9.450 tractor wins ‘Tractor of the Year’ at Agritechnica 2025
On opening day of Agritechnica 2025, Claas’ Axion 9.450 Terra Trac tractor was awarded ‘Tractor of the Year’ for 2026 in the HighPower category.
VIDEO: What stood out at Agritechnica 2025?
From new tractor announcements to the increasing pace of robot technology in agriculture, Glacier FarmMedia’s John Greig and Greg Berg share some of their impressions from Agritechnica 2025 in Hanover, Germany.
Case IH reveals new Optum tractor at Agritechnica 2025
Case IH reveals its new Optum tractor at Agritechnica 2025.
Association of Equipment Manufacturers sets up lobby in Ottawa
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers, an organization representing North America’s agriculture and construction equipment makers, is setting up an office in Ottawa.