In many low- and middle-income countries, accurate weather forecasts remain out of reach, limited by the high technology costs and infrastructure demands of traditional forecasting models. A new wave of AI-powered weather forecasting models has the potential to change that.
Machinery
Farm equipment dealership chain expands
AgWest is expanding its dealership network in Manitoba with two new buildings in Brandon and Russell
This summer, AgWest announced it was building two new dealership buildings in Manitoba to better service its expanding market area — one in Brandon and the other in Russell.
John Deere balers get weave automation
The manufacturer’s 1 Series balers get additional features for 2026
John Deere’s 1 Series round balers for 2026 will include an automated weaving hitch that oscillates the unit over a windrow to better form a “square-shouldered” round bale.
Precision ag, right to repair policies priority for Association of Equipment Manufacturers
Policies that help farmers adopt precision technology and maintain their right to repair are among priorities for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers ahead of the fall parliamentary session.
Basket rakes pitched for top-quality windrows
Forage growers see more rotary rakes in the marketplace, but basket rakes still have their fans
Boxy, clean windrows help make better hay bales for livestock farms and forage growers, and a basket rake excels in those areas, says Bart Elder of Vermeer.
Farmers get more working time after a DEF sensor failure
Environmental Protection Agency extends allowable engine operating times after emissions system failures
Head of the U.S. EPA, Lee Zeldin, says it is unacceptable that farmers, and other small businesses continually experience failures of diesel-powered equipment when they need it most.
AGI unveils Smart Auger prototype
AGI unveils high-tech, battery electric model that features remote operation and a ‘human detection field’
The development of a new “smart” electric auger incorporates several high-tech features along with the alternative drive system.
Autonomous equipment may follow GPS trendline
Agco expects farmer acceptance of autonomous systems will mirror adoption of other new technology
When GPS first arrived on the scene, farmers were cautious, autonomous systems may well follow the same pattern of farmer adoption, slow at first and then rapid acceptance.
Deere expects steady production
John Deere vice-president warns equipment will remain available to farmers but will likely increase in price
The disruption to trade caused by the U.S. president’s passion for fluctuating tariffs will likely make new machinery more expensive.
Alberta brothers develop rock-solid innovation
A protective rock dam for combine headers helps save farmers on equipment repairs and down time during harvest
Brothers with TrueLine MFG invents new rock damsfor headers that is exploding with interest across Canada, the U.S. and Australia which serves as a cheap protective measure for expensive farm equipment.
