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Tragedy’s Reminder for Today’s Dealer

By Mike Lessiter posted on March 30, 2023 | Posted in Best Practices

As in so many other tragedies, there’s no way to arrive at meaning through such tragedy. There is no explanation nor are we equipped to comprehend it. But we still can learn along the way.

Lessiter Media Scholarship Awarded to University of Wisconsin Ag Student

May 1, 2018

On April 26, Lessiter Media Inc. (which publishes Rural Lifestyle Dealer) attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Life Sciences Communication Department (part of the College of Agricultural & Life Sciences) Student & Donor Reception for the presentation of the annual Frank Lessiter Ag Media Scholarship.

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[Podcast] Conversations with Ag Equipment’s Entrepreneurs: Layton and Nick Jensen

In this bonus podcast, “How We Did It: Conversations with Ag Equipment’s Entrepreneurs” brought to you by Yanmar, Editor Mike Lessiter sits down for a conversation with the father-son team of Layton and Nick Jensen of Thurston Manufacturing Company.

March 28, 2018 | Posted in Best Practices, Rural Lifestyle Market

Seizing Opportunities in the Rural Lifestyle Segment

Rural Lifestyle Dealer marks its 10th anniversary of helping dealers earn more business from the rural equipment buyer.

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on January 25, 2016 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market

Production ag has always been the lifeblood of equipment dealerships, but about a decade ago, a new segment was gaining attention among dealers, manufacturers and the ag journalists at Lessiter Publications (now Lessiter Media).

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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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Yanmar was the world’s first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine in 1933 and has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and technology ever since. As a manufacturer of diesel engines, compact tractors and utility task vehicles, construction machinery, and industrial equipment, Yanmar's products are sold in over 130 countries.

At Yanmar America, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services, backed by a strong team of professionals who share our dedication to excellence. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals.

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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.