Grasshopper was the only Kansas company to receive The President's "E" Award, the highest
recognition a U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion of
U.S. Exports.
McGrath will manage the sales, distribution and service of all products, parts and accessories at the company-owned branch. He will also direct the development of marketing and advertising plans for the Visalia, Calif.-based territory, encompassing California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii and Guam.
Polaris Inc. released third quarter 2020 results with reported sales of $1,955 million, up 10% from reported sales of $1,772 million for the third quarter of 2019.
RDO Equipment Co. announced three role changes in the Agriculture Division. Daryl Shelton transitioned to Executive Vice President of the Agriculture Division.
Over the past 20 years the location has changed hands several times until 2018 when it became a part of the LandPro Equipment family. At that point, planning for a new facility began.
On Oct. 19, 2020, the judge ruled in favor of the dealers on the remaining claims (relating to trademark law, federal pricing statutes, and constitutional issues) and the new law will apply to all dealer agreements signed after Aug. 1, 2017.
While some positive signs are emerging for large equipment sales in the production segment of the agricultural industry, sales of small equipment and other rural lifestyle products is where the real action is these days. In addition to the record-setting sales of compact tractors, other segments of this market are also booming.
Two years since the sale of lawn care equipment manufacturer L.T. Rich, the reinvigorated company is back with a new name and an improved, expanded product line for 2021.
Stihl Inc. has appointed Murray Bishop to Director of Sales. Bishop has been with Stihl for 21 years, and was most recently the Branch Director at Pacific Stihl. In his new position, Bishop will manage the continued growth of the Stihl brand and be responsible for product sales and distribution in the U.S. He succeeds Steve Meriam, who retired after a 35-year career with Stihl.
Husqvarna reported its net sales increased by 14% to $1.1 billion, or by 22% when adjusted for exit of Consumer Brands business and changes in exchange rates. Operating income increased by 141% to $114 million, representing a margin of 10.4% (4.9).
Yanmar America is the North American headquarters of Yanmar Holdings. Ranked #1 in Product
Quality for five years in a row by the Equipment Dealers Association, Yanmar provides innovative
solutions for Rural Lifestyle and Industrial Equipment customers.
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.
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.