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Matthew J. Grassi

Former Machinery & Technology Editor, Farm Journal

Matthew Grassi is the former Machinery and Technology Editor for Farm Journal and AgWeb, covering farm machinery innovations and ag tech trends.

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Used Machinery
Clicking On Used? Navigate Online Farm Equipment Auctions Like A Pro
One of the online auction market’s pioneering trailblazers shares some pointers for both buyers and sellers.
September 16, 2025 01:04 PM
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Used Machinery
Pete’s Pick: 29-Year-Old Used Case IH Skid Steer, 2000 John Deere 8310 Draw Strong Bids
The farm equipment auction busy season is here and Greg “Machinery Pete” Peterson has a pair of machines that sold last week that show used machinery values are strong and farmers are buying pre-DEF, well-maintained equipment.
September 15, 2025 02:19 PM
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Technology
Survey Says: Smart Farming Has Big Impact On U.S. Farms, And There’s Room for More
The Association of Equipment Manfacturers (AEM), in partnership with leading ag groups, has released an updated report detailing the significant benefits of precision agriculture across the United States.
September 12, 2025 10:26 AM
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Used Machinery
Navigate The Used Farm Equipment Market With 5 Smart Buyer Hacks
Follow these time-tested, expert recommendations this fall and winter to ensure you don’t overpay or get stuck with a machine with low resale value.
September 11, 2025 11:52 AM
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Used Machinery
Classic Tractor Shines: 1989 John Deere 4455 Hits $80,750 at Iowa Auction
This week’s Machinery Pete “Pete’s Pick of the Week” is a nearly 40-year-old John Deere tractor beloved by farmers for decades now, and Pete gets you ready for an active week on the used farm equipment auction circuit.
September 08, 2025 01:10 PM
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Machinery
How Much Does It Cost to Run a High Horsepower Tractor?
A new study from The University of Illinois shows how much money a farmer can expect to spend while running their favorite brand-new farm tractor this fall. Prepare for sticker shock.
September 08, 2025 07:26 AM
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Harvest
5 Yield-Saving Combine Adjustments For Touch-And-Go Fall Harvest
High disease pressure and moisture variability could make for a tricky fall harvest season in the Midwest. Lean on these crucial combine settings adjustments to help you hang onto as many kernels as possible.
September 04, 2025 12:44 PM
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Pete’s Pick of the Week
Steiger 715 and Gleaner S98 Steals: Machinery Pete’s Latest Used Farm Equipment Auction Deals
Find out about two used machines that caught Pete’s eye on the auction circuit recently and learn why right now is historically the best time to be a buyer.
September 02, 2025 04:57 PM
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New Machinery
New 2026 Balers and Hay Tools Launched By Case IH, John Deere, New Holland, And Vermeer
Farm machinery manufacturers are releasing details on Model Year 2026 balers and hay tools that feature increased automation, data integration and enhanced designs to help cover more acres in a single day.
August 29, 2025 10:41 AM
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New Machinery
First Look: Fendt’s New Autonomy Ready Vario Tractors, Split Fold Optimum Planter
AGCO’s Fendt brand has added four models of row crop tractors ranging from 426 hp to 550 hp and the first-ever stack fold planter. And both new offerings are jam-packed with PTx precision technologies.
August 28, 2025 12:51 PM
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