To meet the growing demand of Central Valley farmers for ag equipment, manufacturing giant AGCO will open a new facility in Visalia, only a few miles from its first one.

The 115,000-square-foot facility — planned for completion by late 2026 — will help the company supply parts for brands under their portfolio, said Jena Holtberg-Benge, vice president of aftersales and parts for AGCO, in a statement.

The new parts distribution center will replace the existing one less than three miles away.

“California’s high value crop farmers rely on precision equipment that runs long hours, often logging over 2,000 hours per year in demanding conditions,” Holtberg-Benge said. “By expanding our parts distribution capabilities in Visalia, we’re putting farmers first — ensuring rapid access to critical c

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