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Is the tractor of the future still a smaller, autonomous machine?

Real Agriculture

The idea that tractors used in broadacre farming may have peaked in size and will someday be replaced by groups of smaller, autonomous machines has been kicking around for at least a decade.

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Kubota M7 tractors make loader work more efficient

Real Agriculture

Looking for an intuitive and user-friendly tractor that makes loader work less taxing on the operator? Kubota says its M7-4 Series tractors, with an LM2606 front loader and a new loader joystick, fits the bill. Read More Looking for an intuitive and user-friendly tractor that makes loader work less taxing on the operator?

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How many acres of wheat does it take to pay for that tractor?

Real Agriculture

The good news is there are deals to be had on both new and used farm equipment out there, says Matt Clark, senior rural economic analyst with Terrain. The bad news is why there may be deals to be found. Hello, tough times!)

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Manufacturers work to create intelligent tractor-implement connection

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Before the invention of autonomous tractors all the intelligence needed to operate the machine and implements sat squarely in the tractor seat — the farmer controlled all aspects of the operation. In the case of tillage, for example, the farmer monitored the speed of the tractor and when the cultivator clogged they were there to.

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No operator? No problem for Deere autonomous tractors

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John Deere continues its push to bring fully autonomous tractors and tillage to farmers around the globe. At Agritechnica 23, the farm machinery maker’s 8RX 410 tractor with an autonomy kit attracted plenty of attention from farmers visiting the agriculture innovation showcase held in Hanover, Germany.

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CLAAS sets path for autonomous tractors

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CLAAS is the latest equipment manufacturer to share its plans to market autonomous tractors. At Agritechnica in Hanover, Germany, CLAAS showcased an Xerion autonomy-enabled prototype tractor and a two-step process to automation.

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John Deere unveils 830 horsepower 9RX tractors, S7 combines, and C-series air carts

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John Deere has unveiled a lineup of new machines and technology at Commodity Classic in Houston, Texas, this week, including the anticipated 830 horsepower 9RX series tractors, as well as S7 Series combines and C-Series air carts.

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