Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association

Farm Progress Show reported that the 2026 show finished with nearly 600 exhibitors and strong attendance, despite the challenging farm economy. The organizers specifically cited concerns about commodity prices and input costs, but said farmers continued to attend looking for ways to improve efficiency and manage costs. FEMA staff was at the show and visited ...

The following market indicators highlight the economic and commodity trends that have changed most significantly this week and may affect agriculture, equipment purchasing decisions and manufacturing costs across the shortline industry.

Corn | Holding Firm

Corn remains relatively strong heading into harvest. December corn was trading aro...

The FEMA 2026 Marketing & Distribution Convention brings together industry experts and thought leaders to tackle the issues shaping agriculture, manufacturing and distribution.

From economic trends and autonomous technology to tariffs, insurance and risk management, this year’s speakers will offer insights you can take back to your business.

For more than 25 years, NAEDA has worked with equipment manufacturers to address issues affecting dealers and strengthen communication across the industry.

That effort is entering a new chapter with the launch of Industry Affairs, the new name for NAEDA’s Industry Relations Task Force (IRTF). The program will continue NAEDA’s work on dealer advocacy and manufacturer...

FEMA’s Marketing & Distribution Convention centers on connecting manufacturers with current and prospective distributors or sales representatives. By hosting multiple sales meetings in one location, members save substantial time and travel costs. To help build these industry connections, upcoming editions of the Shortliner will highlight registered marketing comp...