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AGCO has announced a definitive agreement to sell the majority of its Grain & Protein business to American Industrial Partners (AIP) for $700 million in cash. The transaction includes the sale of five primary brands: GSI®, Automated Production® (AP), Cumberland®, Cimbria®, and Tecno®, but excludes AGCO's Grain & Protein business in China. This strategic move aligns with AGCO's focus on high-growth, high-margin agricultural machinery and precision ag technology products.

The company expects to use the proceeds for debt repayment, investment in technology and organic growth initiatives, and shareholder returns. AGCO anticipates incurring a loss on the sale ranging from $450 million to $475 million. The transaction, with a multiple of approximately 8.3x based on trailing twelve months adjusted EBITDA, is expected to close by the end of 2024, subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions.

AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a global leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.29 per common share. The dividend will be paid on September 16, 2024, to stockholders of record as of August 15, 2024. The Board of Directors' decision reflects AGCO's commitment to returning value to its shareholders and its confidence in the company's financial stability.

AGCO, a global leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, announced its second-quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call scheduled for July 30, 2024, at 10 a.m. ET. The call will discuss the financial results and refer to supporting slides, accessible via AGCO's website under the 'Investors' section. The webcast and slide presentation will be archived for 12 months post-event.

AGCO, a leader in agricultural machinery, has opened its first clean energy laboratory in Nokia, Finland, through its subsidiary AGCO Power. This initiative is part of a €70 million investment aimed at advancing sustainable battery and powertrain solutions for farm machinery. The lab will focus on developing next-generation engines powered by low- or zero-carbon electricity and alternative fuels like hydrogen and methanol. AGCO aims to launch its first fully electric tractor, the Fendt e100 V Vario, in 2024. Additionally, AGCO has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions by up to 90% by 2050. The Linnavuori plant will also see expansions in its production facilities, covering 11,000 square meters, with full operations expected by 2025.

AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) has announced a significant transformation of its dealership network in Ohio. The initiative will see established dealers Lowe & Young, Mayer Farm Equipment, and North Star Hardware & Implement expand their services and product offerings within their existing territories.

Additionally, AGCO-owned AgRevolution will enter the Ohio market with new brick-and-mortar locations and mobile services, allowing farmers in northern Ohio access to AGCO's full product lineup, including Fendt, Massey Ferguson, and PTx brands.

This strategic move aims to provide comprehensive service and support to Ohio farmers, ensuring minimal downtime and enhanced access to AGCO's advanced agricultural machinery and precision technology. The transformation includes a comprehensive care plan to assist customers during the transition period.

AGCO is set to showcase its latest agricultural machinery and precision ag technology at the annual AGCO Tech Days in North America on June 26-27, 2024. The event will highlight solutions for mixed fleets through its renowned brands Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Valtra, and the new PTx brand. Key highlights include the Farm Office Station, autonomous equipment demonstrations, and integration of AGCO and Trimble's generative AI technologies. AGCO aims to support global farmers with retrofit technologies, offering increased yields with fewer inputs. The event will also feature an investor conference, with a live webcast available on AGCO's Investor Relations website.

AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a leader in agricultural machinery and precision ag technology, has introduced AgRevolution's™ same-day delivery service for machinery parts. This initiative is part of FarmerCore, AGCO's global customer experience transformation program. AgRevolution, operating in Kentucky, Illinois, and Indiana, will offer same-day delivery for in-stock parts within two to six hours, thanks to its fleet of 30 mobile service trucks. The service aims to minimize downtime for farmers by providing quick access to parts. The initiative enhances the on-farm experience, supporting AGCO's FarmerCore mission of improving proximity and engagement with farmers.

AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) announces the expansion of its Production Ag and Rural Lifestyle dealership networks in the US and Canada for 2024. New locations, including a significant 25,000 sq. ft. site in Jonesboro, Arkansas by Alliance Ag, will enhance sales, services, and support for AGCO brands like Fendt and Massey Ferguson. Canadian expansions include new AgWest and AgriLink locations. Two Parts-Only stores opened in Virginia and Alberta provide convenient access to critical components. AGCO’s Rural Lifestyle network also grew, adding new dealers in Arkansas, Georgia, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania. This expansion aligns with AGCO's strategy to enhance its North American dealership network, ensuring comprehensive customer support and access to its agricultural machinery and precision technology.

AGCO announced the merger of Parallel Ag with A.C. McCartney Equipment dealership in Illinois, encompassing five locations: Carthage, Durand, Fulton, Mt. Sterling, and Wataga. This merger will enable the distribution of AGCO's popular brands, including Fendt and Massey Ferguson, across Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. The merger aims to enhance customer service and product availability while maintaining existing leadership and staff at the Illinois locations for a seamless transition. This move is part of AGCO's broader strategy, initiated in 2022, to expand and improve its North American dealership network to meet increasing farmer demands.