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Take Stock of Opportunities in the Nursery Market

Highlight reliability, simplicity and durability when selling equipment to nursery owners.
By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on April 10, 2013 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market
Sandwiched between the rural lifestyle market and the landscaping market is the nursery market. Nursery growers produce the shrubs, plants and trees rural lifestylers need to beautify their properties and landscapers need to complete residential and commercial projects.
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Dealer Profile: Jeff's Small Engine

Create Your Niche to Increase Parts Sales

Jeff’s Small Engine increases parts revenues by supplying smaller dealers and the recreational market.
By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on April 10, 2013 | Posted in Dealership Marketing
Engine repair has been the cornerstone of Jeff Kruse's dealership since its beginnings 30 years ago. However, he's been able to triple the parts segment of his business in the last three years because of two strategies: Carrying a wide variety of parts and selling parts to other dealers.
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Grand Opening of $73 Million Kubota Production Facility

April 9, 2013 | Posted in Manufacturer News
Kubota Corporation today announced the grand opening of its new $73 million manufacturing facility at Kubota Industrial Equipment (KIE) in Jefferson, Ga. The 522,000-square-foot plant on the 88-acre site recently began production of Kubota's 30- to 50-horsepower compact tractor models. The grand opening event was co-sponsored by Kubota Tractor Corporation, the U.S. marketer and distributor of Kubota tractors and equipment.
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Demand for Backup Generators is Rising

April 8, 2013 | Posted in Niche Markets
Source: Alma Gaul
When your electricity goes out, virtually nothing works. Water still runs from faucets and toilets flush, but furnaces and air conditioners are kaput. Sump pumps stop. If the power failed because of a storm with flooding, your basement may begin taking on water.
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Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association Elects Officers

April 8, 2013 | Posted in Rural Lifestyle Market
Recent elections saw new officers selected for the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association Board of Directors. Former Secretary/Treasurer and Government Relations Manager at Yamaha Motor Corp. Brad Franklin was elected vice chair, while Kawasaki Motors Corp. Senior Advisor of Government Relations and Public Affairs Russ Brenan takes over the role of Secretary/Treasurer. Both join returning ROHVA Chair Jan Rintamaki, director of government relations for Polaris Industries, and ROHVA President Tim Buche.
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Bobcat Introduces New Dealership in Montana

April 7, 2013 | Posted in Dealer News
Bobcat Company has expanded its dealer network with the addition of Hoven Equipment Company as an authorized sales and service provider of Bobcat compact equipment. The dealership is located at 4181 N. Park Trail, Great Falls, Mont.
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Yanmar

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.

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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.

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