AGCO Brands Fendt and Valtra Shine with Awards at AGRITECHNICA 2025
AGCO Corporation proudly announced significant triumphs at the AGRITECHNICA 2025 trade show, where its renowned brands, Fendt and Valtra, were honored with several prestigious awards. These recognitions not only celebrate the innovations of these agricultural machinery brands but also highlight AGCO's commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability worldwide.
Among the recognized products, the
Fendt 516 Vario was awarded
Tractor of the Year - Mid Power. This restructured model incorporates advanced features such as the
VarioDrive™ system, integrated tire pressure control, and enhanced support systems, ultimately enabling farmers to operate more efficiently and safely. Additionally, the
Valtra G Series CVT Active Model was honored with the
Tractor of the Year - Utility award for its newly developed continuous variable transmission (CVT), which promotes comfort, ease of use, and fuel efficiency, while integrating smart technologies that boost productivity for farmers.
The
Fendt ForageQualityCam™ for the Fendt Katana received the
Innovation Award - Silver Medal and the
Machine of the Year 2026 award in the category of smart agriculture and robotics. This modernization system utilizes cameras and artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor and analyze grain treatment quality in real-time, allowing operators to fine-tune parameters directly from the cabin for optimal results.
Fendt's
832 Vario tractor garnered the
Machine of the Year 2026 award - Mid-Range Tractor and the
Public's Choice Award. Its comprehensive overhaul features VarioDrive, the new slow-speed iD™ concept, a self-cleaning air filter, and groundbreaking lighting concepts that enhance functionality and user experience.
Furthermore,
FieldDataSync, a collaborative project with multiple entities including Fendt, won the Agrifuture concept award from DLG. This initiative leverages an open interface and Wi-Fi for real-time communication across different brand machines, allowing farmers to work more autonomously, effectively, and safely.
Commitment to Agriculture
AGCO CEO Eric Hansotia emphasized during the AGRITECHNICA event that these awards reflect AGCO's dedication to supporting farmers globally. The team’s hard work aims to provide solutions that make agriculture more productive and sustainable.
The achievements at AGRITECHNICA amplify AGCO's ongoing mission of enhancing agricultural capability through innovative machinery and intelligent farming solutions that address the challenges of modern farming. As global demands for food production continue to rise, AGCO remains committed to delivering high-quality, efficient, and sustainable agricultural technologies that benefit farmers around the world.
For further details about AGCO’s award-winning products and commitment to innovation in agriculture, visit Fendt.com and Valtra.com. AGCO continues to lead with its differentiated brand portfolio as a key player in providing agricultural machinery and precise technology solutions.
AGCO (NYSE: AGCO) is a leading global producer and distributor of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, AGCO generated approximately $11.7 billion in net sales in 2024. For more information, visit www.agcocorp.com.