Consolidated revenue advanced by 8.4% to €530.0 million, while adjusted EBIT (EBIT before exceptional items) improved by 45.7% to €37.3 million. The adjusted EBIT margin therefore stood at 7.0% (Q1 2025: 5.2%). This shows that Deutz maintained its growth trajectory from the second half of 2025 and started the new year with a margin that was above that of the traditionally strong fourth quarter, despite the first quarter usually being fairly weak.

Recognized globally, Reman Day is led by the Remanufacturing Industries Council (RIC) and highlights the value of restoring used components to perform like-new, extending the product life, reducing waste and the reliance on new raw materials. According to Heath Joiner, Head of Parts & Service, CNH Australia and New Zealand, as rural and regional industries face ongoing pressure from fuel, freight and input costs, this approach is becoming increasingly relevant for farm machinery maintenance.

Eternal.ag’s Trolley is a high-performance crop work tool built for any greenhouse. Engineered with the same mobility as eternal.ag’s Harvester robot, it moves omni-directionally and navigates greenhouse rows effortlessly, without operators needing to dismount the trolley to perform complex maneuvers.

“AGCO delivered healthy first‑quarter sales and margin results, reflecting disciplined execution in a demanding agricultural market and dynamic global environment,” said Eric Hansotia, AGCO’s Chairman, President and CEO. “We outpaced the market, particularly in high‑horsepower equipment and precision agriculture. We stayed focused on supporting customers while maintaining operational flexibility with continued production alignment delivering further progress on dealer and company inventories. We achieved near‑record first‑quarter margins in Europe and continued to grow market share in high-horsepower offerings in North America.

“Brent is a proven leader with deep financial expertise, strong strategic judgment, and a disciplined approach to capital allocation,” said John C. May, chairman and chief executive officer of Deere & Company. “His experience and perspective will be critical as we execute our strategy and deliver long‑term value for our shareholders.”

Each year, the Red Dot Design Awards’ Product Design jury seeks out the world’s most outstanding products, assessing entries against criteria that include aesthetic appeal, functionality, sustainability and innovation. The winners will be celebrated at the official award ceremony on 7 July 2026 at the Aalto Theatre in Essen, Germany.

Escorts Kubota operates three tractor brands in India: Kubota, Farmtrac and Powertrac catering to premium, entry‑premium and value segments respectively. The Digitrac series sits within the Powertrac brand. This is the company’s fourth major tractor introduction since February 2025, following the Farmtrac Promaxx series, the Kubota MU4201 and the Powertrac Shaurya paddy series.

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