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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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Acomb Auction John Deere Loader Tractors
Used Machinery
Load ’Em Up: Used John Deere Tractors Set Auction Records in New York
Machinery Pete’s “Pick of the Week” is two John Deere tractors with loaders that show good-condition, pre-DEF used equipment is still in high demand. And Pete shares two upcoming auctions you don’t want to miss.
June 17, 2025 07:50 AM
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Succession Planning
From College to Corn Fields: Second-Generation Ohio Farmer’s Journey Starts Now
Freshly graduated from Western Illinois University, Paige Pence is getting an entirely new learning experience this summer as she gets her feet wet farming the 4,500 acres originally pieced together by her first-generation farmer parents.
June 13, 2025 09:00 AM
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Used Machinery
Gear Up Time: Why You Should Buy Used Tractors and Combines Now
The average auction price of many used machines is lower now than last year, and equipment values are projected to move higher in the years ahead. Find out why our experts think right now is as good a time as any to make your move.
June 12, 2025 08:07 AM
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Drone shots of a drone spraying fungicide on corn field sprayer spray - By Lindsey Pound
Technology
American Dominance: Trump Issues Executive Order Making Ag Drones More Efficient
The administration is furthering its drone advocacy efforts with a new order expanding Beyond Visual Line of Sight mission approvals and establishing a domestic pilot program for electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing drones.
June 11, 2025 10:04 AM
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Machinery Pete Pick Of the Week 6.9.25
Pete’s Pick of the Week
Vintage Vibes: 4 Old Tractors Make Pete’s Pick Of The Week
A record-breaking 1968 Oliver 150T tractor is among a quartet of unique tractors that caught Machinery Pete’s attention over the last week. Next, he’s getting ready for multiple equipment auctions slated over the next 14 days.
June 09, 2025 01:20 PM
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Machinery
No, John Deere is Not Freezing Production or Stepping Away From its U.S. Factories
A false report surfaced online, eliciting a direct response from the manufacturer that could not be more clear: “We’re not shutting down U.S. manufacturing. In fact, it’s quite the opposite.”
June 09, 2025 09:33 AM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Used Machinery
Trending Used Farm Equipment: Pre-DEF Still Prime, Regional Needs And Insights For Dealers
Explore how older combines and tractors are commanding strong auction prices, why it pays to understand local farming practices, what’s going on with interest rates and what dealers can do to boost sales.
June 05, 2025 12:23 PM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Machinery
Machinery News: John Deere Debuts Forage Harvesters, Ecorobotix Lettuce Algorithm, Kubota-Agtonomy Deal
Two new tech-packed forage harvesters are coming to the North American market, and a group of specialty crop-focused tech companies announce new capabilities and development partners.
June 03, 2025 04:30 PM
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Pete’s Pick of the Week
Swathers to Sprayers: Strong Oklahoma Auctions and Machinery Pete’s Ratio for Fair Used Farm Equipment Deals
A pair of auctions resulted in a record-breaking, low-hour, used Case IH swather sale and strong returns on a trio of high-hour John Deere machines. Learn how the Machinery Pete Ratio can help you know when you should buy or walk away from the deal.
June 02, 2025 01:40 PM
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Matthew J. Grassi
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Used Machinery
How to Boost Your Auction Success: Expert Tips for Selling Used Farm Equipment in the Digital Age
Learn marketing and social media strategies for building trust and driving attention and bids to your auction, and find out how farm size and farmer preference are driving used corn head buying and selling activity.
May 29, 2025 09:07 AM
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