Farm Equipment Editor to Moderate Technology Panel During FEMA Fall Convention

Oct 17, 2024

Mike Lessiter, editor/publisher of Farm Equipment and Precision Farming Dealer, will moderate the New Technology Panel: Today, Tomorrow & Beyond, during the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Assn. Fall Convention, Oct. 22-24 in Addison, Texas.

This engaging panel discussion delves into the promising innovations and cutting-edge technologies poised to transform the ag and farm equipment manufacturing industry. Presenters include:

Chris Hunsaker (Co-Founder/CEO, Acuitus Ag)
Colin Hurd (CEO, Mach)
Rodger Murdock (Director Sales & Marketing, Montag Manufacturing, Inc.)
Daniel Rauchholz (President, Farmada)

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