Parallel Ag Expanding Dealerships in Midwest

Aug 08, 2024

MARSHALL & MONTGOMERY CITY, MO – Parallel Ag, a leading agricultural equipment dealership across the Midwest and Southern Plains, has officially expanded their dealerships, now showcasing the full Fendt and Massey Ferguson lineups, accompanied by our unmatched 24/7 parts and service support. The established locations on N. Highway 65 facility in Marshall and Gerken Drive in Montgomery City will each feature the full line of AGCO agricultural products and continue the company’s 24/7 parts and service guarantee. Using AGCO’s FarmerCore program, Parallel Ag will also expand its coverage from Northern Illinois into southern and southwestern Wisconsin.

”We’re excited to add all of the AGCO lines to our Marshall and Montgomery City locations in Missouri,” said Shawn Skaggs, CEO of Parallel Ag. “We know how critical it will be for us to hit the ground running in Missouri, and we will be leaning heavily on our long history and vast experience with Massey Ferguson, Fendt, Gleaner, RoGator, and TerraGator in our Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas locations.”

Customers can expect to find certified service technicians in the shop and the field and an extensive inventory of on-hand parts. Parallel Ag's industry-leading 24/7 parts and service commitment and diverse equipment lines set them apart from the competition. Customers will now find AGCO products like Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Rogator, Terragator, and Sunflower on the expansive lot when browsing equipment.

The general manager in Montgomery City, Eric Van Horn, will oversee the expansion into AGCO parts and whole goods, as will the general manager in Marshall, Peyton Brown. "I can't think of a better brand to partner with. What a great opportunity for our local community and beyond. I'm very excited to be able to help make Parallel Ag and AGCO a well-known name in this area,” said Van Horn.

Parallel Ag officially began in January 2023 with the merger of two leading agricultural dealers in the Midwest, Ag Solutions Group, and the Southern Plains, Livingston Machinery Company. During the summer of 2024, the respected A.C. McCartney of the upper Midwest joined the Parallel Ag family, further strengthening their presence in the industry. Each company was founded to maintain the best field and customer service; thus, Parallel Ag was created with shared values. Now, with a reach of seven states and the expanse of the US, they are partnering with ag leaders in all industries to provide the most extensive services imaginable. Visit us today to experience the Parallel Ag difference.

Source : Farm Equipment

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