Your tractor or mower is more than just a tool—it’s an investment worth protecting. From quick daily inspections to seasonal adjustments, consistent maintenance keeps machines efficient and reliable.

A new tractor often costs hundreds of thousands of dollars, but not included in that price: the right to repair it. That has put farmers on the front lines of a battle pitting consumers against the ...

Your tractor’s lifespan depends on more than just good luck—it’s all about consistent, hour-based maintenance, timely repairs, and smart storage. By following manufacturer schedules, inspecting daily, ...

US farmers will have the right to repair tractors and other agricultural equipment from John Deere without having to use the manufacturer’s own parts and facilities, under an agreement the company ...

The iconic image of the American farmer is the man or woman who works the land, milks cows and is self-reliant enough to fix the tractor. But like a lot of mechanical items, tractors are increasingly ...

From his tractor dealership in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, Kyle Smith, owner of Midway Farm Equipment, dispatches his mechanics miles away to fix farmers' tractors — repairs requiring much more than a ...

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