ICYMI: Lots of New Machines, Cold Weather Maintenance and More
TGIF! Another week down and another Friday to recap this week’s news. Enough talking, let’s get down to business… we have a weekend to enjoy! 1. Talking Tractors. Last week, we traveled to Grapevine, Texas, to check out Kubota‘s…
Editor at Large: Operating Kubota’s Just Launched Grand L70 Series Tractors in Texas
A busy year of tractor launches culminated last week with Kubota announcing its new Grand L70 Series of compact utility tractors at the company’s North American dealer meeting in Grapevine, Texas.
Mini Skid Steer Showcase: Consider These Top Units from Ditch Witch to Kubota
Mini skid steers have transformed small-scale earthmoving and tool carrying machinery. These units (sometimes called compact utility loaders, mini track loaders and compact tool carriers) replace manual labor with compact efficiency. Today’s machines…
Kubota Announces Its 2025 Hometown Proud Grant Program Recipients
For five years now, Kubota has awarded cash and equipment to community-based nonprofits through its Hometown Proud grant program. The company recently announced this year’s recipients who are being awarded with $25,000 in cash and $25,000 in Kubota…
Video: How Kubota Keeps Skid Steer Buying Simple with Two Models
In our latest Machine Heads interview, Compact Equipment’s Wayne Grayson talks with Jerry Corder of Kubota about the skid steer market in 2025 and Kubota’s approach to it. While many manufacturers offer broad lineups, Kubota keeps things simple — just…
Learn How Topcon’s MC-Mobile Helps a Septic Installation Specialist Streamline Their Workflow
Cody Eccard is all about efficiency. As owner of Pleasantville, Ohio-based Eccard Excavating LLC, he heads up a team of five who specialize in commercial and residential septic installation and repair, excavation and utilities installation. As a small…
Kubota North America Donates $100,000, Construction Equipment and Generators to Aid Texas Flood Recovery
Kubota North America is offering support to those affected by the devastating floods that swept through Kerrville and surrounding areas of Central Texas. The company just announced a contribution to assist in clean-up and restoration efforts with the…
Nine Manufacturers Share Their Machine-Focused Apps
These days there seems to be an app for everything — checking the weather, buying concert tickets, keeping track of your kid’s baseball schedule. Luckily there are apps available for managing your compact equipment too. Scroll down to see app…
Video: 2025 Skid Steer Buying Guide: Models, Features and Key Comparisons
Why These Compact Machines Still Matter in 2025 Skid steers might no longer dominate compact loader sales, but in 2025, they remain essential. In the latest Machine Heads episode from Compact Equipment, we explore how skid steers continue to earn their…
A Guide to Hay and Forage Attachments for Tractors and Other Tool Carriers
The Tools That Are Changing How Farmers Handle Forage Collecting hay has come a long way. Hay is dried grass or other herbaceous plants, like legumes, that are cut and stored for use as animal feed. Prior to the late 19th century, hay was harvested by…
Kubota Collaborates with Agtonomy to Promote Autonomous Operations on M5N Tractors
Kubota North America recently unveiled it is partnering with Agtonomy to commercialize autonomous operations on its diesel tractors for spraying and mowing. This announcement solidifies Kubota’s ongoing commitment to pioneering solutions for specialty…
Auger Showcase: Dig into Details About 11 Different Augers
Whether you’re a landscaper, contractor or homeowner, you could benefit from having an auger in your attachment arsenal. Add in an auger attachment, and you’re all set to dig holes for fencing, planting trees and more. Check out some auger offerings…