When to Invest in Agricultural Equipment Protection
In a down commodity market, every decision is a business decision. Here's how to make the right call in 2026 with a farm equipment maintenance vs. replacement strategy in 2026.
Equipment is a large line item on your balance sheet. In 2026, farm-input costs are climbing because of increased machinery repair expenses and higher labor costs. Prices for corn and soybeans have not bounced back from its slide from high prices just a few years ago.
Expensive farm equipment like tractors and combines have dropped in sales by around 30% to 40% in the United States. This signals financial caution spreading across farm operations heading into this season.
That means every producer, from a 1,200-acre row-crop operation to a progressive scale-up farm moving into contract production, is sitting at the same crossroad. Should they protect what they own, or pivot and sell?
At LiveAg, we're more than just an equipment marketplace. We're an asset-management partner who works with you at both ends of your decision.