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We pull back the curtain of life working at Scholten's Equipment. Each episode digs into real-world experiences - whether it's reviewing new tractor models, sharing stories from around the dealership, giving some advice or talking about our recent challenges we have encountered. Expect honest conversations, no-frills equipment talk and a bit of humor (because working around heavy equipment can get unpredictable!)
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- 1 weeks ago51 min
40+ Years in the Parts Department: How Much Has Changed? | Tractor Therapy Podcast Ep. 16
How has the agricultural equipment parts business changed over the last 40 years? From flipping through massive parts books to looking up parts online and using AI, the industry has come a long way!In Episode 16 of the Tractor Therapy Podcast, we sit down with Brent Postma, Scholten's Equipment Parts Manager, who brings over 40+ years of experience in the agricultural equipment parts business.Brent takes us through the evolution of the parts department, from paper parts catalogs and microfiche to computerized parts lookup systems and today's online parts stores. We discuss how technology has changed the way parts are identified, ordered, and sold, and how AI could shape the future of the industry.We also introduce our online parts store, ScholtenParts.com, where customers can browse illustrated parts diagrams, identify individual components, and look up parts for Kubota, CLAAS, and JCB equipment.🔧 Visit our online parts store: https://www.scholtenparts.com/Beyond the parts counter, Brent shares his perspective on how tractors and agricultural equipment have evolved throughout his career and how those changes have transformed the parts business.In this episode's agricultural news:Caterpillar is back in the headlines with its major legal battle in the United Kingdom.We discuss AGCO's new humanoid robot and what robotics could mean for the agricultural equipment industry.The growing role of artificial intelligence in parts identification and equipment support.Whether you're a farmer, equipment owner, mechanic, or just interested in the history and future of agricultural machinery, join us for a conversation about more than four decades of change in the equipment business.Tractor Therapy Podcast — Episode 16Presented by Scholten's Equipment, Inc.🌐 Equipment inventory: https://www.scholtensequipment.com/🔧 Online parts store: https://www.scholtenparts.com/#TractorTherapyPodcast #ScholtensEquipment #AgriculturalEquipment #TractorParts #Kubota #CLAAS #JCB #FarmEquipment #AgTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Are Autonomous Tractors Changing Farming Forever? | Quint Pottinger | Tractor Therapy Podcast Ep. 15
Tractor Therapy Podcast | Episode 15: Autonomous Tractors with Quint Pottinger of Affinity FarmsAre autonomous tractors changing the future of farming? In Episode 15 of Tractor Therapy, we sit down for a one-on-one interview with Quint Pottinger of Affinity Farms to talk about how autonomous technology is being put to work in real-world agriculture.We've shared some of Quint's story in a previous episode, but this time we get to hear directly from him! Quint takes us through his family's farming history, his own journey in agriculture, and how he's incorporated autonomous tractors into his operation. We discuss what he's using them for, how they're working in the field, and what this technology could mean for the future of farming.We also catch up on the latest agricultural and equipment industry news, discussing what's happening across the farming world.And, as always, we've got a Tractor Therapy trivia question! Be sure to stick around until the end of the episode to hear it.Learn more about Quint Pottinger and Affinity Farms:https://KentuckyAF.comWhether you're a farmer, equipment enthusiast, or just curious about where agricultural technology is headed, join us for another great conversation on Tractor Therapy!👍 Like the video, subscribe to our channel, and let us know in the comments: Would you trust an autonomous tractor to work your fields?🌐 Visit Scholten's Equipment: https://www.SCHOLTENSEQUIPMENT.com#TractorTherapy #AutonomousTractors #AutonomousFarming #QuintPottinger #AffinityFarms #FutureOfFarming #FarmTechnology #Agriculture #FarmEquipment #PrecisionAgriculture
- 3 weeks ago1h 16m
They Watched the Tractor Industry Change Forever! | Tractor Therapy Podcast Ep. 14
🚜 Tractor Therapy Podcast – Episode 14 | When Tractor Giants Fall: Two Old-Timers Tell All!What happened to Allis-Chalmers? How did Kubota become one of the biggest names in the tractor industry? And just how much has the farm equipment business changed over the years?In Episode 14 of Tractor Therapy, we're taking a trip down memory lane with special guest Bob Vanderpluog of Meridian Equipment, who brings decades of firsthand experience in the tractor dealership business!Bob shares stories from his years as both an Allis-Chalmers and Kubota dealer, including the history of his dealership, the changes in the equipment industry, and how his former business eventually became part of the story of Scholten's Equipment.🚜 THE RISE AND FALL OF ALLIS-CHALMERSOnce one of the biggest names in agriculture, Allis-Chalmers was a major player in the tractor business. So what went wrong? Bob shares his perspective on the company's struggles, what led to its downfall, and what it was like being an Allis-Chalmers dealer during those changing times.🟠 THE RISE OF KUBOTAHow did Kubota go from a relatively unfamiliar name to a major force in the North American tractor market? We discuss Kubota's growth, its relationship with dealers, and why Bob believes Kubota has been such a great company to work with.🤝 THE HISTORY BEHIND SCHOLTEN'S EQUIPMENTBob shares the story of his dealership, his transition from Allis-Chalmers to Kubota, and eventually selling the business to the person Scholten's Equipment would later acquire it from. It's a fascinating look at the people and relationships that helped shape the local equipment business.🌾 WHATCOM COUNTY FARMING & LOCAL HISTORYWe also dive into the history of farming in Whatcom County, Washington, sharing stories about local farmers, the agricultural community, and how farming and equipment needs have evolved over the decades.💬 STORIES FROM THE GOOD OLD DAYSFrom selling tractors and building customer relationships to watching entire equipment brands rise and fall, this episode is full of stories, industry insights, and a little nostalgia from people who experienced it firsthand.Whether you're a longtime farmer, a tractor enthusiast, an equipment dealer, or just someone who enjoys hearing how things used to be, this is an episode you won't want to miss!👇 JOIN THE CONVERSATION!What was the first tractor you ever owned or operated? Did your family have an Allis-Chalmers, Kubota, John Deere, or something else? Share your memories in the comments!👍 LIKE this video if you enjoy tractor history and farming stories!🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Tractor Therapy for more conversations about tractors, agriculture, construction equipment, and the people behind the machines.🌐 Visit Scholten's Equipment:www.SCHOLTENSEQUIPMENT.comScholten's Equipment – People. Equipment. Solutions.#TractorTherapy #AllisChalmers #Kubota #TractorHistory #FarmEquipment #Agriculture #WhatcomCounty #FarmingHistory #ScholtensEquipment #MeridianEquipment #TractorPodcast
- 3 weeks ago43 min
What Does the Future of Farming Look Like | Tractor Therapy Ep. 13
Are autonomous tractors the future of farming? And what happens when a tractor modification project goes a little over budget? Welcome back to another episode of Tractor Therapy!In Episode 13, Willie, Dwayne, and Mike are back around the table discussing the latest news in agriculture, farming, and construction equipment, along with a few interesting projects happening around Scholten's Equipment!🔧 NEW PARTS WEBSITE!We're kicking things off with the introduction of our brand-new online parts website! Finding parts for your CLAAS, Kubota, and JCB equipment just got easier.🚜 THE FUTURE OF FARMING – AUTONOMOUS TRACTORSAre we heading toward a future where tractors operate without anyone behind the wheel? We dive into autonomous tractor technology, where it's headed, and how it could change farming as we know it.🌱 ROBOT MOWERS & SEGWAY NAVIMOWRobotic mowing technology continues to evolve! We discuss robot mowers, including the Segway Navimow, and how automation is changing the way we maintain our lawns.🟠 LATEST KUBOTA NEWS – KUBOTA CONNECTMike just returned from Kubota Connect, Kubota's dealer meeting, and shares some of the latest news, developments, and insights from the event.🔩 WHEN A TRACTOR BECOMES MORE LIKE A SKID STEER!We took on an interesting project involving a tractor and an external hydraulic pump to give it more skid steer-like hydraulic capabilities. Did it work? What did we learn? And how did the project end up going over budget? We get into all of it!🌽 CORN CHOPPING SEASON IS HERE!It's that time of year again! Corn chopping season is underway, and we talk about what's happening in the fields.Plus, plenty of other conversations, opinions, stories, and musings from around the dealership!Whether you're a farmer, equipment operator, contractor, or just someone who loves tractors and heavy equipment, there's something for everyone in this episode.👍 LIKE this video if you enjoy talking tractors and equipment!💬 COMMENT BELOW: Would you trust an autonomous tractor to work your fields without an operator? We'd love to hear what you think!🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Tractor Therapy for more equipment discussions, industry news, and behind-the-scenes stories from Scholten's Equipment.🌐 Visit Scholten's Equipment:www.SCHOLTENSEQUIPMENT.comScholten's Equipment – People. Equipment. Solutions.#TractorTherapy #AutonomousTractors #FutureOfFarming #Kubota #CLAAS #JCB #KubotaConnect #SegwayNavimow #RobotMowers #Agriculture #FarmEquipment #CornChopping #ScholtensEquipment
- Sep 25, 202633 min
When Did John Deere Change? + A Giant Announcement | Tractor Therapy Ep. 12
Welcome back to Tractor Therapy! Episode 12 covers a little bit of everything—from some big questions about John Deere to a special project announcement we’ve been excited to finally share.https://scholtenparts.com/This week, we get into brand loyalty and ask: What would John Deere have to do for you to finally walk away from the brand? We also discuss why you don’t see many mom-and-pop John Deere dealerships anymore and tackle an even bigger question: When did John Deere stop caring about the people and start caring more about the company?We also talk about the new Kubota SVL75-3 production facility, what it could mean for the new generation of Kubota compact track loaders, and plenty of other equipment-industry news, stories, opinions, and musings from around the dealership.What do you think? If you’re loyal to John Deere, what would it take for you to switch brands? Let us know in the comments—we want to hear from you.🌐 See all of our equipment at www.SCHOLTENSEQUIPMENT.comTractor Therapy Ep. 12 | Scholten’s Equipment#TractorTherapy #JohnDeere #Kubota #SVL753 #FarmEquipment #Tractors #HeavyEquipment #ScholtensEquipment
- Jul 14, 202644 min
We Dislike John Deere but Probably Not for the Reason You Think | Tractor Therapy Podcast Ep. 11
Here is the link to the Farm Equipment News Magazine article on John Deere backing out of the Farm Equipment Dealership Minds Summit:https://www.farm-equipment.com/blogs/6-opinions-columns/post/25433-john-deere-undermines-industry-learning-eventCheck out our website:http://www.scholtensequipment.com
- Jul 14, 202642 min
CNH's New Management Structure Can Both Case & New Holland Survive | Tractor Therapy Podcast Ep. 10
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- May 13, 202642 min
The Competition Wasn't Happy About What We Said | Tractor Therapy Podcast Ep. 9
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We pull back the curtain of life working at Scholten's Equipment. Each episode digs into real-world experiences - whether it's reviewing new tractor models, sharing stories from around the dealership, giving some advice or talking about our recent challenges we have encountered. Expect honest conversations, no-frills equipment talk and a bit of humor (because working around heavy equipment can get unpredictable!)
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