Canadian startup Ursa Ag launches low-cost, repairable tractor as farmers reject repair monopolies
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Jason Koebler
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A Canadian company, Ursa Ag, has developed a new "no-tech" tractor designed to be repairable and affordable, addressing farmers' frustrations with John Deere's repair monopoly and expensive, technology-laden equipment. The tractor costs roughly half as much as a John Deere and has seen booming demand from farmers seeking reliable, fixable machinery.
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bskyCanadian startup Ursa Ag launches low-cost, repairable tractor as farmers reject repair monopolies404media.coKey quotes
· 3 pulledWhat if they made a new, repairable, 'no-tech' tractor to solve what has become a gigantic pain point for farmers?
Alberta's Ursa Ag says that it has been inundated with demand after announcing its tractor, which costs roughly half as much as a Deere
There is consumer pressure to back away from technology that is unnecessary to perform everyday tasks.
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