Prairie State & Martin Tractor Join Heritage Tractor

Jan 30, 2025

John Deere dealers Prairie State Tractor and Martin Tractor are merging with Heritage Tractor. The combined dealership now operated 43 stores across Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas and Illinois. Both Heritage Tractor and Martin Tractor are on the Farm Equipment Dealer 100TM,

"By joining forces, we're making sure our customers get the top-notch service they deserve, while also creating more pathways for our employees to grow," says Chris Rupiper, CEO of Prairie State Tractor.

"Our goal has always been to provide the best service around, and this merger allows us to do that even better," says Jim Haynes, CEO of Martin Tractor. "By bringing our teams together, we can serve our customers in new ways and provide even more opportunities for our employees."

A Look at the Companies

Martin Tractor – Serving Illinois growers for nearly 100 years, Martin Tractor has always put customers first. With 14 locations across the state, they've been a go-to source for John Deere parts and equipment.

Prairie State Tractor – Formed from the merger of Holland & Sons and Kelly Sauder Rupiper Equipment in 2021, Prairie State Tractor has been deeply rooted in Illinois agriculture for decades. With 8 locations, they've been a trusted partner for farmers and homeowners alike.

Heritage Tractor – Heritage Tractor started in 1998 as a small, one-store operation. Now, with 21 locations in Kansas, Missouri, and Arkansas, they've grown into a leading John Deere dealer known for quality equipment, expert service, and a strong focus on community.

Heritage Tractor is on the Farm Equipment Dealer 100™ (a ranking of the top 100 North American farm equipment dealers — by number of locations, which provides information on total and ag stores, brands, geographies served, employees, history, executives and ownership/company profile information.

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Video: A Farm Song (Busy) | Parody of A Bar Song (Tipsy) by Shaboozey

Lyrics:

My days begin with workin’, Alarm’s at 5 o’clock,
I Fill 5 gallon buckets, The feeders and the troughs,
This five to nine ain’t workin’, why the heck do I work so hard?,
I can’t worry ‘bout health problems, I can sleep in when I’m gone,

One, here comes the two to the three to the four,
Tell em’ ‘buy another cow, we need plenty more’,
Blue jeans are gettin’ dirty, what else could I ask for,
Oh my, more chores

Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history,
There’s another flock of sheep that still needs feed,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

I’ve been working pretty stressed but,
I ain’t changing for some cash,
Lord knows that I’m very blessed (More chores),
But I gotta say it’s hard,
Workin’ outside gettin’ charred,
Living out here on the farm, (more chores)

One, here comes the two to the three to the four,
Tell em’ ‘buy another cow, we need plenty more’,
Blue jeans are gettin’ dirty, what else could I ask for,
Oh my, more chores

Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history
There’s another 20 chickens that still need feed,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

Everybody on the farm getting’ busy,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,

Fun, here on ranch that’s what you can’t ignore,
Might be pretty hard but I love it to its core,
Flannel’s gettin’ dirty, what else could I ask for,
Oh my, more chores (Tell ‘em sing with me)

Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history,
There’s another flock of sheep that still needs feed,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
Someone pour me up another shot of sweet tea,
They know me and working hard’s got a history,
Watching cattle in the dark, don’t miss me,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
(Yeeeeeehaw)
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
Everybody on the farm gettin’ busy,
It’s the best bro, go get yourself a farm