Wedoany.com Report-Apr. 14, In March 2025, U.S. farm tractor and combine sales experienced a notable decline, according to the monthly Ag Tractor and Combine Report released by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). Total tractor sales fell by 13.6% compared to March 2024, reflecting ongoing challenges in the agricultural equipment market.
Combine sales were down nearly 40% in March 2025 compared to March 2024.
The tractor sales figures cover both two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive models. Two-wheel-drive tractor sales dropped by 13.5% in March 2025 compared to the same month last year. Among these, tractors with 100-plus horsepower, designed for more intensive farm work, saw an 18.6% decrease. Four-wheel-drive tractor sales also declined, falling 19.7% from March 2024 levels.
For the first quarter of 2025, overall tractor sales were down 15.1% compared to the same period in 2024, indicating a consistent downward trend across the industry.
Combine sales faced even steeper declines in March 2025. Manufacturers reported 241 units sold, compared to 387 in March 2024, marking a 37.7% drop. For the year to date, combine sales have plummeted by 56.5% compared to the first three months of 2024, highlighting significant market contraction.
Curt Blades, Senior Vice President of Industry Sectors and Product Leadership at AEM, said: “While we continue to see challenges in the ag equipment market, our members remain focused on supporting farmers with innovative solutions. We’re optimistic about the long-term outlook as agriculture adapts to evolving needs.”
The AEM report, compiled from manufacturer data, provides a snapshot of equipment sales trends across the U.S. The declines in March reflect broader market dynamics, with manufacturers and dealers navigating shifts in demand. Despite the downturn, the industry continues to prioritize advancements in equipment to meet the needs of modern farming.
These figures offer insight into the current state of agricultural equipment sales, with both tractors and combines showing significant reductions. The data underscores the importance of ongoing innovation and adaptation within the sector to support farmers facing changing economic and operational conditions.
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers remains committed to tracking these trends, providing valuable information to stakeholders. The March 2025 report serves as a benchmark for understanding market performance, with implications for future planning and investment in agricultural technology.
