The slump in new farm machinery sales accelerated in 2025 as growers continued to endure economic pressure and high production expenses, experts say. In 2025, unit sales decreased about 22% for new ...

PADUCAH (WPSD) — As farmers begin to transport large farm equipment down the road for planting season, drivers are urged to be cautious and patient. McCracken County farmer Daniel Edwards is no ...

Mike Hynek, pictured alongside his son, Kysen, is alarmed: “Everyone above us has moved to unprecedented levels of consolidation and passes down costs. That’s not controversial; that’s just plain ...

High costs of owning machinery are leading more farmers to hire out custom work on their operation. Kent Thiesse gives a look at how those custom farm costs look for 2025. Hiring custom farm work like ...