Dan Miller

Navigation and communications systems will be affected into the weekend by geomagnetic storms traveling toward Earth after Thursday's strong, X9 solar flare.

Navigation and communications systems likely will be affected into the weekend by geomagnetic storms traveling toward Earth after a strong, X9 solar flare on Thursday morning.

This farmer wouldn't change one thing in his 12,500-square-foot shop.

Farm equipment manufacturers are experiencing a significant sales downturn because of low grain prices and high interest rates. In an exclusive interview with DTN/Progressive Farmer, AGCO CEO Eric Hansotia talked about navigating through its sales decline and the technologies AGCO is bringing to the farm to make it more efficient and profitable.

New equipment on display at the 2024 Farm Progress Show includes Case IH, Gleaner and New Holland combines, Massey Ferguson and Fendt tractors, and John Deere Gator utility vehicles.

AGCO is reporting a net sales decline for the first six months of 2024, but is maintaining its investments in capital spending and technology.

CNH Industries (Case IH, New Holland) is announcing poor 2024 second quarter financial results -- revenue down 16% on lower industry demand and second quarter net income down to $438 million compared to $710 million in the second quarter 2023.

The Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a strong-level geomagnetic storm watch for Tuesday. A storm of this intensity may affect farming guidance systems.

By laying off hundreds of its employees, Deere is responding to sharply lower sales, but reshaping itself for a future where customers maintain software and machines.

John Deere Responds to Economy, Prepares for Future With Layoffs