On Sept. 1, the Indian tractor manufacturer announced that its August domestic tractor sales had fallen 15% to 13,871 units, compared to 16,375 units in August 2018. Additionally, Mahindra reported that its tractor exports had also dropped 33% to 946 units in August 2019, compared to 1,410 units in August 2018.

We're looking into how dealers are partnering with landscapers and light contractors, beyond just selling and servicing equipment. Please share your ideas.

The plastic sheathing on the throttle cable can melt due to improper routing, causing the throttle to stick. This could result in the operator not being able to stop the vehicle, posing a crash hazard. John Deere has received reports of 9 incidents. No injuries have been reported.

Industrial hemp production is not just an opportunity for large ag equipment sales. Hammond Tractor has had a good year selling compact tractors, rototillers and even tractor mowers to hemp producers for weed control.

Select Toro zero-turn mowers, walk mowers and portable power equipment will be available at Tractor Supply locations nationwide, starting spring of 2020. DEALERS: What are your thoughts?