More than 70 exhibitors are gathering in Bloomington, IL, August 20-21 to showcase the best and brightest application equipment, ag retail products, and services at the annual Midwest AG Industries Exposition (MAGIE). This slideshow offers a preview of some of the products attendees will find at the McLean County Fairgrounds. The show is hosted by the Illinois Fertilizer & Chemical Association (IFCA).
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NL720 Fertilizer Spreader
New Leader
The New Leader NL720 is a high-precision, high-output, widespread, fertilizer-only spreader with low sensitivity to driving centers that is both user friendly and low maintenance. Built from 304 stainless steel to resist corrosion, the NL720 is engineered to stand up to the demands of modern agriculture. Key features include a 120-foot spread width, split conveyors with stacked spinner design, fixed feedgate opening, easy-to-use interface, built-in spread pattern wizard, and low-maintenance, tool-free design with zero grease points.
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SS400+ Mounted Spinner Spreader
Salford Group
Salford’s SS400+ chassis-mounted spinner spreader boosts productivity by applying both fertilizer and lime with up to a 120-feet fertilizer swath and 70-feet lime swath, covering more acres per pass. Its section fertilizer swath control is built for commercial use — simple, durable, and easy to maintain. The high-capacity SS400+ floater model holds 420 cubic-feet of fertilizer or 320 cubic-feet of lime, reducing fill stops. An optional bin insert enables dual-product application with split configurations of 202/175 cubic-feet or 255/122 cubic-feet. The unit is compatible with current John Deere and Case IH floater chassis.
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Patriot 50 Series
Case IH
For decades, the distinctive cab-forward, rear-engine design and strong, durable booms have been critical to helping operators achieve accurate, timely spraying. Now, the Patriot 50 series sprayer combines those key elements with advanced technology to take application to the next level. Available on Model Year 2026 Patriot sprayers, Case IH SenseApply technology provides the most economical and adaptable automated live variable rate application solution, including a Selective Spray upgrade, for growers and custom applicators. This simple-to-use, simple-to-maintain solution is available with no annual subscription and no per acre fees. Additionally, launching at the MAGIE show, Case IH is introducing an update to our side and front fill stations featuring the new AutoRinse system.
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Hays 24T Tender
Hays LTI
The Hays 24T Tender is manufactured in Camilla, GA, and is designed around specific customer needs to make it the most user-friendly tender on the market, says the company. Our engineers have managed to increase the capacity of the hoppers while maintaining a lower center of gravity. Our tender still features the well-known “HAYS Standards,” including greater hopper slope, lower trailer weight, hydraulic doors, hydraulic vibrators, and the discharge auger raise/lower alarm. All Hays tenders feature top-of-the-line safety and performance features that are continuously improving and implemented to meet the growing needs of the ag industry and our customers. The 24 Ton Tender is available in a two and three compartment option.
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Vector 390
RBR Enterprise
The Vector 390 fertilizer applicator features boundary spreading with left and right shut-off, last pass spreading, pressure compensated hydraulic feed gate, and a centralized grease bank. The Vector is outfitted with New Leader beds ranging from 13 feet to 16th feet in length and a capacity of 330 to 426 cubic feet.
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Overhead Discharge Tender Trailer
Doyle Manufacturing
Doyle pioneered the first top-drive system for the vertical auger by eliminating the bottom-mounted motor — keeping it out of harsh environments. Doyle’s Overhead Tender features vibrator mounts and port inspection holes, while tender hoppers are available in either split or open configurations. Additionally, Doyle’s Overhead Auger offers a 270-degree rotation.
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TT2000 Dry Tender
The KBH Corp.
This 32-foot two compartment rear discharge dry tender features a capacity of 1,065 cubic feet while maintaining a low center of gravity and steep hopper slopes. Standard features include an easy-to-unbolt stainless steel tubing hopper frame and hoppers, stainless two-piece motor couplers, stainless bearings, shafts and flighting, stainless lightweight hopper grates, hydraulic hopper vibrators, hydraulic hopper and clean-out doors, reversible discharge auger with pressure check, water fitting for discharge auger wash out, stainless front and rear fenders, tier 4 diesel engines, central lube station and spring assist tarps. Options for the unit include split hoppers, electric tarps, wet kit set-up, longer custom trailer lengths, and extra fixed and/or air lift tag axles.
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SST933
Norwood Sales
The SST933 integrated Stainless Steel D.O.T. Uni-Body Trailer is constructed of 304 stainless steel, allowing for lighter trailer weights and higher payloads. It’s designed with a capacity of 933 cubic feet (struck) of transport storage, with outputs of 7,000 pounds per minute. Poke holes are standard on all hoppers. A 12 X 30-foot 18-inch stainless steel belt conveyor provides extra reach, and the rubber belt has a 210 ton-per-hour capacity.
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Quickveyor
Peterson Motors
Quickveyor is celebrating 25 years of innovation! The Quickveyor fertilizer and seed tender conveyor is built to last and designed for speed. Custom order yours in 38.5’, 40’, or 50’ lengths. Popular features include Shurco power tarp and traps, clean-out doors, self-contained pony motor, divided compartments, four-way swinging discharge chute, remote grease lines, full-width mud flaps ahead of landing gear, and more.
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ASV VT-100 Compact Track Loader
Yanmar Compact Equipment
The ASV VT-100 is capable of lifting 3,500 pounds and is powered by a 103.5-hp Tier 4 Final Yanmar engine. The VT-100 features an ASV PosiTrack undercarriage with independent, dual-level torsion suspension, 20-inch-wide tracks, and 15 inches of ground clearance.
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Mixmate
Praxidyn
Mixmate automates chemical mixing and recordkeeping. Mixmate inductors measure dry and jugs by weight and pre-calibrated flowmeters are used for bulk products. Recalibration for different products is not needed. Users can process jugs in 12 seconds. The unit features a high flow rinsing system for dry products. Operators can measure, mix, record, and load the sprayer in approximately five minutes, says the company. Mixmate is unique and economical with a compact footprint. The unit is stationary, mobile, and legal for trade options.
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Facility Services
Dultmeier Sales/Easy Automation
Dultmeier Sales, in partnership with Easy Automation Inc., delivers turnkey automation solutions for dry fertilizer, liquid fertilizer, chemical, and feed mill operations. With over 3,000 installations worldwide, Easy Automation brings cutting-edge control systems and software, while Dultmeier adds regional expertise, inventory, and responsive on-site support. From basic retrofits to mega-plant installations, our systems are legal for resale and integrate with all major agronomy software via robust API connections. Backed by 24/7 phone support and timely on-site service, this solution is built with your success at the center.
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SRT-2 Spool Roll Tarps
Agri-Cover
Experience the unmatched performance and legendary reliability of AGRI-COVER SRT-2 Spool Roll Tarps, trusted for over 40 years. But we’re just getting started! Maximize your hauling capacity with the innovative AGRI-COVER Box Extension, giving you an additional 10 inches of vital space between your tarp and box. Add our Bin Dividers to ensure the separation of your fertilizer, preventing overflow. Complete your set-up with the AGRI-COVER Switch Control, which provides effortless ground-level operation through simple plug-and-play wiring. Seamlessly add a rocker switch or integrate it with your cab monitor for unparalleled control over your tarp.
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Ag-1100/Ag-550 Lite
ShockAvoid
ShockAvoid is dedicated to providing the space and time to avoid that contact before it happens. With our systems powered by SigAlarm, we are the only company providing power line warning systems focused on ag with years of testing, hundreds of thousands of acres, and proven results. Check our improved systems and brand-new systems at Booth 510 at MAGIE. Products include:
Ag-1100. Our original system is hard-installed with a control panel in-cab, internal beeper, and external siren with strobe light to alert both the operator and people nearby of potential danger.
Ag-550 Lite. Being introduced at MAGIE, this unit simplifies training for the operator without giving up sensitivity to detect high voltage lines.
On-The-Go options for both the Ag-1100 and Ag-550 Lite are also being introduced at MAGIE.
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Fendt Rogator 900 Series
Fendt/AGCO Corp.
The Fendt Rogator 900 Series is a self-propelled, rear-mounted boom applicator with adjustable clearance (56- to 76-inches) that can be converted between liquid and dry within two hours. The Rogator’s ability to apply any type of product throughout the entire growing season provides a superior investment and greater control. Such flexibility ensures better product use for higher yields and an overall better return on their crop-care investment. Standard LiquidLogic primes the boom in seconds and the AirMax Precision R1/R2 pneumatic boom system with TurnLogic ensures even coverage of dry materials — even during cornering.
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Tank and Containment Services
Heartland Tank
At Heartland Tank Companies, we specialize in constructing premium above-ground steel storage tanks designed specifically for liquid fertilizers. With capacities ranging from 100,000 to 3 million gallons, each tank is built to API 650 standards, ensuring unmatched reliability. Our services also include custom PVC internal tank liners and API 653 certified tank inspections, safeguarding your investment for years to come. Proudly sourcing 100% American-made materials, our dedicated team brings over three decades of experience, professionalism, and craftsmanship to every project. Trust Heartland Tank Companies to deliver excellence and expertise for your liquid storage needs.
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FLX1224 Combination Field Loader
Brehmer Manufacturing
Transition between fertilizer and lime with the dual purpose FLX1224 Field Loader from Brehmer Mfg. The lime hopper easily disassembles and converts for low-profile loading of dry fertilizer. FLX1224 units are made from 304 stainless steel and feature the company’s patent pending, self-aligning belt system that tightens and centers the conveyor belt as the machine is being used. It features a 24-foot-wide crescent top belt, a 25-degree incline, and has a 14-foot clearance under the top drive pulley.
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ICS Automated Premix Systems
Murray Equipment
Users can achieve the ultimate liquid fertilizer batch precision with Murray Equipment’s ICS Automated Premix Systems, says the company. This system allow users to automatically inject up to 20 products per premix system – weigh, auto-inject, rinse, and discharge each product according to a predetermined blend sequence. This system integrates with ICS Loadout Systems and ICS ControlPro for accounting and agronomy software integration.
“For ag retailers, equipment lovers, and myself, there is no other trade show quite like MAGIE,” says Eric Sfiligoj, Editor at CropLife IRON, which is IFCA’s official media partner for the event. “Each year brings a mixture of the familiar and the new.”
Preview of some of the items — both familiar and new — that will be on display at this year’s MAGIE in the slideshow above.
8852025 MAGIE Equipment Preview: 18 Products You Can Expect to See at This Week's Show
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