4-21-2026 |  Biweekly eNewsletter

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Caterpillar is moving into the autonomous tractor business, acquiring California-based Monarch Tractor, according to an April 14, 2026 Bloomberg report.

Jon Rossi, founder of Digital Iron Group, noted that “at first glance it looks like a nice niche ag-tech deal. They’re buying a head start in autonomy plus software integration. With a presumably discounted price, Caterpillar buys the IP, technology and remaining staff.

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Komatsu redesigned its HM400-5 articulated haul truck from the ground up, reintroducing it at ConExpo 2026 as the HM460-6.

The model comes equipped with a new high-output powertrain, an advanced traction control system and a new operator environment.

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Case Construction Equipment’s smallest dozers will be the first to receive its N Series treatment, featuring upgrades to performance management, cab visibility and operator experience.

The next-generation 650N, 750N and 850N will launch later this year, replacing the 650M, 750M and 850M in Case’s lineup.

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Seven years after Yanmar acquired ASV, the company is phasing out ASV compact loaders under a single name for North America in a marketing strategy called “One Yanmar.”

The first two compact track loaders under the new strategy were unveiled at ConExpo 2026. The new Yanmar TL25RP and TL50RP combine ASV’s Posi-Track undercarriage with Yanmar engines — all under the Yanmar brand and its red color scheme.

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Vi by visorPRO, a comprehensive AI aftermarket platform for the equipment industry, has announced the launch of its Story Writing Assistant — a new feature that converts unstructured service notes into clear, structured, warranty-ready service stories in seconds.

As dealerships face increasing pressure to improve efficiency and profitability, incomplete or inconsistent service stories continue to slow down service workflows and reduce the value of service data. When documentation falls short, dealerships face warranty delays, reduced claim success, and limited ability to reuse historical knowledge.

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Martin-Till, a leader in no-till planting technology, announced its acquisition by Yetter Manufacturing. The combination brings together two companies focused on practical innovation that helps farmers improve planting performance and profitability.

Founded by Howard Martin, Martin-Till pioneered row cleaners and closing systems that have become standard in modern no-till agriculture.

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China is expected to import fewer soybeans, pork, beef, and dairy products in 2026, with volumes projected to fall 6.1%, 8.2%, 3.9%, and 4.1%, respectively, from a year earlier, according to an agriculture ministry-backed outlook released on Monday.

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Kyle McMahon didn’t set out to build one of the country’s fastest‑growing ag‑tech companies. He just wanted to buy a tractor.

But when the 2013 Iowa State University graduate realized there was no reliable way to know what farm equipment was actually worth, he saw a gap big enough to build a business around.

“There was no Kelley Blue Book for tractors,” he said. “I didn’t know what I should be paying.”

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Bushel, a leading independent provider of software technology for the agricultural supply chain, released its 2026 State of the Farm report. The annual study, which had responses from more than 1,400 farmers across the United States and Canada, reveals a significant demographic shift and an accelerating appetite for digital-first financial and marketing tools.

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The latest drought monitor shows three-quarters of the U.S. is now dealing with some level of drought or dryness. Of that, 60% falls in the D1 moderate drought to D4 exceptional drought categories, the highest level since November 2022. To put it in perspective, drought coverage has only exceeded 60% about 30 times in recent history, 25 of those during the widespread drought of 2012 and 2013.

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