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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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Machinery
Farmers, Truckers and Gear Heads Rejoice: EPA Rolls Out Streamlined Diesel Engine Fluid Guidelines
Now farm tractors, combines and sprayers can be configured so there is no impact on engine power for up to 36 hours when a DEF system malfunction occurs, and a farmer has up to 100 engine hours at 25% power reduction before a 50% reduction takes hold.
August 12, 2025 09:28 AM
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Pete's Pick of the Week 8.11.25
Pete’s Pick of the Week
Pete’s Pick: Almost 20-Year-Old Case IH Ohio Combine Nearly Breaks Record
The 2006 2388 harvester came within striking distance of an all-time record that has stood since 2007, and Machinery Pete has two auctions you must pay attention to this week.
August 11, 2025 11:13 AM
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Used Machinery
Why Used, Late-Model Equipment Is Surprisingly Strong, and Get Ready for a Packed Fall Auction Season
Low-hour, like-new tractors, combines and even skid steers are drawing solid bidding activity, and the guys preview fall auction season and offer their best advice to get your auction in front of the right buyers.
August 07, 2025 09:33 AM
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Machinery
John Deere PRO Service: Learn What Experts and A Farmer Think About The New Tool
John Deere customers and independent service techs in the U.S. and Canada can purchase an annual license within Operations Center to maintain, diagnose, repair and protect farm equipment. Here’s what we know so far about this new digital tool.
August 06, 2025 10:34 AM
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Pete’s Pick of the Week
Pete’s Pick: Two John Deere Tractors in Illinois Shine in Used Farm Equipment Auction
A pair of 1980s-era John Deere 4440 tractors are prime examples that well-conditioned, pre-DEF used farm equipment continues to hold strong value on the used auction market.
August 04, 2025 01:05 PM
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Used Machinery
Moving Iron: Used Farm Equipment Auction Activity Heats Up, Inventory Shifts Drive Machine Values Higher
A used equipment market that was very buyer friendly of late is starting to swing back toward the dealer side of things, and used, late-model combines continue to draw strong farmer interest and dollars at auction.
July 31, 2025 11:00 AM
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Machinery
Right To Repair Granted? John Deere Launches Digital Self-Repair Tool for $195 Per Tractor
The equipment manufacturer has responded to claims it restricts equipment owner and independent service technician access to software codes and diagnostic capabilities with the release of a new Operations Center PRO Service tool.
July 31, 2025 10:20 AM
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Technology
Tech News: Bonsai Robotics Adds Farm-ng, Case IH Creates AI-Powered Parts Tool, Lindsey Launches TowerWatch
A roundup of news and product releases in ag robotics, artificial intelligence, and irrigation monitoring tech.
July 30, 2025 01:14 PM
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Machinery
Machinery News: Claas Details Dealer Network Build Out, Polaris Adds Ranger 500 to 2026 Fleet
Claas is adding retail dealer coverage in Colorado, the Dakotas, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin, while Polaris has announced its full 2026 Model Year ATV offerings.
July 30, 2025 10:24 AM
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Technology
Spray Drone Season Hits Full Throttle: 3 Service Providers Flying Acres and Boosting Yields
Take a quick spin around the country with three spray drone service providers as the summer crop spraying season heats up.
July 29, 2025 12:19 PM
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