Machinery Pete: Machines That Handle Snow In Style

In the week following his inauguration, President Donald Trump signed executive orders by the dozens. Even Washington insider Jim Weisemeyer, who has been covering politics for 50 years, is amazed by the new president’s productivity.

The January 2025 Food Price Outlook released Friday shows while food price inflation has slowed overall, key sectors such as eggs and beef remain volatile due to supply chain and input cost pressures.

“This year’s cohort represents the best in labor-saving robots, rapid diagnostics, new traits and sustainable biologics selected to help farmers now and build a bridge to a more resilient farming system,” says Pete Nelson, president of AgLaunch.

Many dealerships offer annual inspections of tractors, combines, planters and other big-ticket machinery. Some farmers value annual inspections. Others consider them a waste of money. Here’s a mechanic’s experience and opinion.