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Welcome to the Machinery Pete Podcast hosted by Greg Peterson, known to the industry as Machinery Pete. For over 30 years, Greg has been a trusted source of knowledge in the farming equipment industry. This podcast features stories and conversations from the good people that make up the agriculture space and the latest in agriculture and farming equipment trends that affect farmers nationwide.
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Used Equipment Roundup - February 19, 2026
Retirement sales are upgrading auction quality…
A growing number of true retirement auctions are bringing long-held, well-maintained machines to market, and those lineups are consistently outperforming typical consignment or dealer events. Equipment with one owner, documented care, and known field history gives buyers confidence, and confidence is translating intostronger bidding. As more operators exit farming amid economic pressure and generational transition, the pipeline of quality “clean exit” inventory is growing. In a cautious market, clarity and transparency are lifting results and helping set pricing benchmarks. Retirement sales are reinforcing a simple shift: documented condition now carries more weight than model year alone. Click here to listen to the full podcast!



