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What Should be Next for the Dixie Chopper Brand?

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on December 10, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News

Dealers were among those caught by surprise as the official announcement about production ceasing worked its way through the network.

Textron Specialized Vehicles Ceases Production of Dixie Chopper, Jacobsen Zero-Turn Mowers

December 7, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News

According to a memo to dealers, the decision was based on "market pressure and a change in the economic circumstances of the business."

How We Did It

[Podcast] Conversations with Ag Equipment’s Entrepreneurs: Walker Manufacturing’s Bob Walker

In this episode of the Farm Equipment podcast, “How We Did It: Conversations with Ag Equipment's Entrepreneurs" (sponsored by Osmundson Manufacturing), Rural Lifestyle Dealer Managing Editor Lynn Woolf sits with Bob Walker, the second-generation owner of Colorado-based Walker Manufacturing.

October 26, 2018 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Best Practices

In this episode of the Farm Equipment podcast, “How We Did It: Conversations with Ag Equipment's Entrepreneurs" (sponsored by Osmundson Manufacturing), Rural Lifestyle Dealer Managing Editor Lynn Woolf sits with Bob Walker, the second-generation owner of Colorado-based Walker Manufacturing.

Kansas Golf and Turf: Selling Specialty Equipment

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on September 12, 2018

Salesperson Jeff McDonough recently traveled 160 miles to do an on-site equipment demonstration. That trip led to a sale and the practice has paid off other times as well.

Jacobsen's New Commercial Zero-Turn Mower Series

November 22, 2017 | Posted in Product Innovations

Rachel Luken Thompson, vice president of turf for Textron Specialized Vehicles, the parent company of Jacobsen, highlights the company's new commercial zero-turn lines, the ZT900 and ZT1000. The mowers range from 27-35 horsepower with options for Kawasaki or Kohler EFI engines. Features include keyless entry, isolated operator platform and larger tires and fuel tank than the existing commercial series.

OPE Manufacturers Rise Above Other Segments

The segment outperforms other manufacturers for 2 straight years in the Equipment Dealers Assn.’s 2017 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey.

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on August 5, 2017 | Posted in Manufacturer News

The segment outperforms other manufacturers for 2 straight years in the Equipment Dealers Assn.’s 2017 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey.

Textron Completes Acquisition of Arctic Cat

March 7, 2017 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Arctic Cat will operate as a subsidiary of Textron Specialized Vehicles. Its operations will remain in Minnesota.

Introducing Jacobsen's ZT400 and ZT600 Series of Zero-Turn Mowers

November 10, 2016 | Posted in Product Innovations

Ben Bruce of Jacobsen outlines key features of the ZT400 and ZT600 series of zero-turn mowers, which are targeted at commercial landscapers and "prosumers."

Dixie Chopper Introduces Silver Eagle with 72-Inch Deck

November 12, 2015 | Posted in Product Innovations

Dixie Chopper introduced its new 2016 product line-up at the recent GIE+Expo, which features several updates and cosmetic enhancements to its existing zero-turn, walk-behind, and stand-on models.

Manufacturer Perspectives

Jacobsen: Filling in Product Gaps to Expand Stronghold in Turf Market

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on October 19, 2015 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Jacobsen President David Withers gave Rural Lifestyle Dealer a preview into the strategy behind the Professional Series product lines and what’s ahead for the company in terms of its dealer network.

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Mowhawk Mowers Enters the Zero-Turn Space

Mowhawk mowers using decades of manufacturing experience to enter the zero-turn space and grow its dealer network.

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Stihl Inc

Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc., produces a full line of high-quality, handheld outdoor power equipment including blowers, trimmers, brushcutters, and multi-task tools, as well as the number one selling brand of chainsaws worldwide. STIHL Inc. manufactures over 260 model variations of handheld outdoor power equipment for sale in the U.S. and around the world.