With rising cybersecurity threats, farm machinery brands have to protect their systems, but farmers want more access to the cab computer and argue for the right to repair their own equipment.
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Is the right to repair farm equipment a cybersecurity problem?
Farm equipment brands should be proactive about allowing controlled CPU access, security expert says
Canadian farm equipment sales projected to slump in 2025
Farm machinery sales are forecast to decline for the remainder of the year and into the next. New equipment sales are expected to be soft as farmers face low commodity prices, high equipment prices and lower profits, though the decline in 2025 is expected to be less severe than in 2024. Sales of 4WD tractors are projected to stay above the five-year average.
Post-harvest is best time to reduce regular maintenance and repair costs, says parts manager
Winter season brings service programs and parts discounts from OEMs
After a hectic harvest season, it’s tempting to park machines in the shed, close the door and forget about them until next spring. That’s not a good idea because equipment maintenance now can help cut costs, says one equipment manager. Dealerships looking to keep their mechanics busy in the off season typically offer discounted inspection rates for machines through the slower late fall and winter period.
Lemken Solitair DT blends tillage and seeding
Combination unit wins award for environmental sustainability at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
Lemken's Solitair DT combination tillage and seeding implement is new to the North American market and has been introduced to farmers at shows around Canada this summer.
Noreaster micro solar farm turns marginal land into electrifying potential
Solar technology from the Smart Energy Company partners with Discovery Farm Woodstock
The Smart Energy Company's Noreaster micro solar farm took root at Discovery Farm Woodstock during Canada's Outdoor Farm Show, and its on-farm potential is electrifying.
Three opener types available from Bourgault
Brand offers drills with side-band and mid-row fertilizer banding technology
Bourgault now has two additional opener designs so farmers can tailor a new drill to better match soil types and farming practices.
Taking plot trial planting into the future
Syngenta’s North American PowerPlant fleet allows for more data collection on new varieties
Establishment of crop variety trials by Syngenta became standardized and considerably more efficient over the past two years as the company purchased a fleet of 22 PowerPlant research planters from Iowa-based, family-run manufacturer Almaco.
TMRs offer benefits to sheep producers
Labour savings and lower feed costs, more flexibility with ingredients can be realized
Switching to TMR feeding is a major investment and a major change in mindset for many sheep farmers, but can pay financial and flock health dividends.
Snobelen Farms Ltd. increases capacity and efficiency at the Brantford facility
A $2 million technology and equipment upgrade on Snobelen Farms Ltd.’s Brantford grain facility is complete. “These upgrades reflect our ongoing commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction,” said Troy Tate, Brantford location manager. “We want our growers to be in, out and back in their combines as seamlessly as possible.” Why it matters: As a […] Read more
VIDEO: Altoz Switch snares innovation award at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024
The tracked zero-turn unit crosses over from turf sector to farms with rugged design
The Altoz Switch, and distributor G.C. Duke Equipment, snared the equipment innovation award at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show.
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
