HORIZON AG & TURF BLOG

We are pleased to announce that Horizon Ag & Turf Ltd. and Battle River Implements Ltd. will merge operations effective November 30, 2026. The transaction is subject to due diligence and regulator...

When it comes to compact equipment, two of the most popular options are compact track loaders (CTLs) and skid steer loaders (SSL). Let's break down the key differences to help you decide.

Today’s equipment goes beyond just getting the job done - it helps you stay informed, organized, and in control. With tools like the John Deere Equipment Mobile app, managing your machine is easier ...

A Simple Guide for Acreage Owners

Planning a sprayer upgrade for next season starts now. Horizon Ag & Turf’s Sprayer Early Order Program lets you build a John Deere sprayer to fit your operation while accessing limited-time early or...

Plan ahead for the 2027 season with Horizon Ag & Turf’s 2026 John Deere Air Seeder Early Order Program. Order in 2026, have your equipment built to order, and take advantage of limited‑time early ...

  Green Christmas is Back for 2025! On November 22nd, 2025 from 9AM to 2PM Horizon Ag & Turf will be hosting their two Green Christmas events. One at our Edmonton West location and one ...

Autonomous Tillage John Deere will be coming to the market with Autonomy Precision Upgrade kits for MY22+ 9R/RX tractors. This functionality will work with certain models of tillage tools off the sta...

These videos demonstrate common setup screens for MY18 and newer John Deere sprayers. While some screen layouts may vary by model year and options, they provide a useful guide for making settings chan...

Green Christmas is Back for 2024! On November 16th, 2024 from 9AM to 2PM Horizon Ag & Turf will be hosting their two Green Christmas events. One at our Edmonton West location and one at our E...

May 31, 2024 (Edmonton and Lloydminster) With our eyes on the Horizon and with the evolving needs of our customers and employees in mind, we are pleased to announce that Martin Deerline and Agland wi...

What is the P-Tier Series from John Deere?  John Deere has now released their Performance Tiering (P-Tier) Series Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders: designed to replace the G Series. The P-T...

It's never been easier to get in the seat. For the month of April - receive 0% Financing for Up to 84 Months on select John Deere Equipment! Browse the offers below: John Deere 1, 2, 3D, 3E...

Make the most of your harvest season with these aftermarket combine upgrades. Cab AccessoriesComfort is key during those long harvest days. Foot pegs, in-cab mobile device mounting, heated floo...

Spring is in full swing, and summer’s just around the corner and with that everyone is working hard to get their yard in tip top shape. STIHL hand tools can help make that happen. Designed ...

39 years ago, Ted began his career with John Deere in Swan River, Manitoba. 12 years later, he found himself packing up his family and moving out west. His children were passionate about skiing an...

A love for John Deere is often inherited, passed along from generation to generation. This passion results in a demand for John Deere merchandise which is why Martin Deerline created the Deere Zon...

We are excited to announce the addition of Vale Industries to the list of reputable brands we offer our clients. Vale industries has 130-year-old agricultural roots in Saskatchewan, Canada, and in 20...

Get the most out of your Stihl Backpack Blower all year round by switching it to winter mode. This will ensure you get the best performance out of your blower when it's cold outside. Learn how in the ...

Back in 1987, Dan found himself looking for a new job, as his current place of employment was shutting down. However, he was highly sought after and within two days he had six job offers to choose fro...

Winter’s Edge Farming and partners are realizing the financial, managerial, and productivity benefits of John Deere Operations Center. Learn how Bob and Wendy Franke use John Deere Operations Ce...

Not many people in our organization can say they have built a division of our business from the ground up – but our Golf Sales Manager can! JP joined the Martin Farm Equipment team ...

After a gorgeous start to fall, it looks like the regular seasonal temperatures are setting in and snowfall is not far away. As you prepare to put your lawn mower to rest for the Winter it is a go...

Effective November 1st, 2022, John Deere will end sales of GS2 (1800 and 2600) display activations and upgrades. John Deere is making this change as they continue to release new technologies on Ge...

Your John Deere Sprayer runs best when it is well-maintained. Your Sprayer has worked hard all season and it’s time to give it some much needed rest for the winter. By following these steps,...

As harvest is starting in many parts of Alberta, we at Martin Deerline would like to remind every one of the safety hazards that are always around us. Whether we are commuting, operating machinery...

Planting, spraying and harvesting will never be the same with a fully tracked fleet! Razor Tracking devices can be added to all equipment and vehicles your operation owns and connected to John De...

As a full -time Heavy Equipment Technician on top of being a full-time mom, we can only assume that Jen is as busy as it gets in this stage of her life. With a young toddler at home and a new litt...

John Deere has introduced a new air drill to its line-up giving customers a wide variety of options to suit their operations. The P600 Series Precision Air Hoe Drills will offer exceptional a...

Starting as a Shop Hand, moving up to a Turf Sales Representative and now an Agricultural Sales Representative, David is proof that you can start at the bottom, and with hard work and a passion fo...

It’s no secret if you know Clayton, one of our Service Technicians at our Acheson Set-Up Center, that green and yellow runs deep within his veins as a generational passion. “Back when ...

Last fall John Deere updated the 6R Series model tractors. Not only is there two new horsepower (HP) model options to choose from, they are now among the smartest tractors available. Read on to l...

Emily's job is a dirty one as our Wetaskiwin stores Detailer, and she enjoys every minute of it! Her bubbly personality is contagious, always showing up to work in a good mood and rubbing off onto...

Snow is in the forecast, and a particularly common question our clients ask us is, "What attachment should I use for snow removal?" That's easy! John Deere and Frontier ensure you have plenty...

Starting a new job in general can be intimidating on its own, let alone packing your bags and starting a new job in a foreign country; but for Hendrik it's been the best decision he has ever made!...

During a press conference at CES 2022, John Deere revealed a fully autonomous tractor that is ready for large-scale production. The machine combines Deere's 8R tractor, TruSet-enabled chisel plow,...

With a candid passion for golf, sports, and travel, it was only natural that Garry was the perfect fit for the Golf and Turf sales position at Martin Deerline. We sat down with him with only d...

Gord has been a familiar face at the dealership in High Prairie for the last 14 years. Now in his final month before retirement we sat down with him to chat about his time at Martin Deerline and p...

I still remember the day I got hired. said Terry (Southside) with a chuckle, It was in October of 1988 and I was 19 years old. You can feel the memories seeping out of him as he smiled...

Congrats! You've just purchased your first tractor. Now the question is, what attachments are going to suit your needs the most? We think we can help! We have compiled a list of our top favorite ...

In 2006, Derek had just finished his schooling at NAIT in the Industrial Heavy Equipment Technician program and had started working at a mine site. His Dad happened to be getting his pressure wash...

John Deere has introduced 4 new models to its W200 series windrower line-up to help boost hay quality in addition to harvest speed and efficiency. The updated line-up now includes M & R model...

JDLinkTM connectivity is now FREE! Connect your 4G MTG equipped John Deere combine to unlock near real-time monitoring of your equipment and start collecting harvest yield data. Once connected y...

As a kid growing up on the farm, Greg dreamed of being a hockey player like Guy LaFleur. He left the farm at 18 years old, got an Environmental Degree and started his own environmental consulting ...

Lock in nutrients before the bale even hits the ground with the combination baling and wrapping system. The John Deere C451R has a 7 foot wide pick-up with up to 25 pre-cutter knives to handle a ...

In spring of 2012, Kiara started her career with the company working as part of the Marine team at Martin Motor Sports. For the next 3 summers she worked part-time as a detailer while attending co...

Your gravel driveway started off level, smooth and free of potholes, but over time gravel will get pushed off the drive leading to erosion, bare spots and ruts. The good news is that this is a rel...

The smell of fresh cut grass, beckons lawn lovers outdoors! Done correctly, mowing offers more than just a cosmetic trim and great smell to go along with it. It can contribute to the overall heal...

Never in a million years did I think I was going to be a salesman! That's what Ryan Yee thought in 2015 when he was just a high school student working part-time at Martin Deerline as a suppo...

Mulch, Bag or Side Discharge? It is a question we are often asked, and there is really no one answer fits all. It all depends on what you're trying to accomplish with your lawn. Read on as we to...

Martin Deerline is excited to announce the addition of SeedMaster to the brands we now sell, service and support. You will now find SeedMaster at our Barrhead, Mayerthorpe, Warburg, West Edmonton...

A planetary drive auger is the perfect tool to dig holes in various types of soils and rocks or dig landscaping holes for trees and shrubs. John Deere offers 3 planetary drive augers: the PA15...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ave Spratt on Saturday May 22, 2021. To all of us at Martin Motor Sports and Martin Deerline Ave was our friend, our colleague, our leader,...

Growing up immersed in agriculture on a farm near Flatbush, Ryley knew he wanted to find a career within the ag industry. He pondered becoming a mechanic but decided to give the Parts Technician r...

The most important first step in tackling any task around your home or garden is determining the right tools for the job. STIHL offers a variety of trimmers and brush cutters with a wide range of ...

There are a lot of factors to consider when purchasing a mower that is best suited for your yard. You will want to consider the size of your lawn, landscaping features, incline and versatility nee...

Soils and landscapes vary within a field, so it only makes sense that different areas have varying nutrient requirements as well to achieve optimum crop growth and yield. Variable rate technology...

As the green grass starts to emerge you may be looking to purchase your first mower, or upgrade an old one. With so many options on the market these days it can be difficult to determine what is b...

As Spring arrives and you hit the field you want to create the best environment for seeds to germinate and thrive. Preparing a level field surface and seedbed is the first step towards a successfu...

No day is ever the same in the Precision Ag Department and that is exactly how Bryan, Precision Ag Specialist likes it! The role and tasks that come along with the technology side of agriculture ...

Some would say the receptionist is the most important role in the dealership - the face and voice of the company! Whether it's greeting customers on the phone or in person - the first interaction ...

Five years ago Alicia decided it might be time for a change and inquired about a Turf Sales Representative job with Martin Deerline in High Prairie. Her educational background and work experience ...

In May of 1986, Lou decided to take a step back from his family farm to pursue a different career - but he wasn't quite sure what he wanted to do. Whatever a farm boy from Clyde could do! he...

In 2013, Martin Deerline purchased Ross Ag Equipment and welcomed the entire Falher team into our work family. The group in Falher was positive, energetic, passionate about John Deere and taking ...

Forty-seven years ago, Fred started his first job at a John Deere dealership working for $1.50/hour. It was better pay than the gas station where he had previously worked and ended up turning into...

The John Deere X9 1100 Combine made a lot of miles across our territory this fall. Following harvest season we sat down with Corey Erhardt, Product Support Specialist to get our teams feedback on ...

Mow better, faster with the 2021 lineup of John Deere Z500 ZTrak Mowers. They're known for their ease of use, ride comfort and best-in-class cut quality. So, what's new this year? The ...

What can a Steiner do? The better question is what can't it do. The Steiner 450 has a slope rating of up to 30 degrees - meaning this unit is built to climb thanks to it's wide-stance chassis and...

Did you know Martin Deerline is your Alberta dealer for Steiner Articulated Tractors? Now you may be asking what is a Steiner tractor? It is the original, articulating oscillating, go-anywhere, do...

Congratulations to John Vandenberg, Agricultural Sales Representative in High Prairie on his retirement. John grew up on a farm in the Peace River area and moved to High Prairie in 1983 so an Ag ...

Snow is on the way so it's officially time to start switching gears to think about winter. Make the most of your mower even in the winter season by adding a snow blower to your lawn tractor. See ...

As lawn mowing season comes to a close, it is tempting to just park your mower once your done that last pass. However, a little time spent now prepping it for winter will make it easier on you com...

When Travis was 19 years old, he first applied at Martin Motor Sports to be a part of the boat dock installation team while he was attending school at NAIT to be a Mechanical Engineer Technician. ...

Take golf course spraying to another level with the most accurate and proven GPS Sprayer you can use on your course. What separates the ProGatorTM GPS PrecisionSprayer from the rest? John...

Designed to capture more crop the new hinged draper platforms from John Deere float over the field leaving a consistent stubble height. The middle hinge divides the standard one reel platform int...

Harvest season is here, and many will be putting in long days to get the crops off and grain in the bin. There will be lots of trucks, tractors, and combines on the road to watch out for. Farmers ...

In a growing season like we have had this past summer, asking for the rain to stop was a common request. Rain makes your crops grow, but too much makes them fail. No one enjoys getting stuck, or ...

After obtaining a diploma in Agricultural Business majoring in Agronomy from Lakeland College, Chelsea joined the Martin Deerline team in Westlock as a Service Administrator in March of 2014. She ...

The new X9 Combine will allow you to get as much done in a day as you need to! It's re-defining what is possible in harvesting capacity and efficiency as the X9 has been built to handle increasing...

When you're making decisions on how to seed or apply on your farm, what factors do you take into consideration? Do you use the gut feeling approach, or do you try to make unbiased, evidence...

Growing up in small town Barrhead, Colton had a passion for powersports and small engine equipment with a desire to become a mechanic. He also knew he didn't want to venture far from home, so gett...

Need to tackle a tough mowing job? Road edges, rough pastures or even the back pasture where the grass and weeds have gotten out of control are no match for a Rotary Cutter. So what is the differ...

The new X-Series is here! Redefining what's possible in harvesting capacity and efficiency. Learn more about the new X9 Series of John Deere combines in the video below and watch for future blogs...

Order parts, request service, manage your customer profile and stay organized with the Martin Deerline MyDealer customer portal. Find & Order Parts Online The parts catalog and ordering op...

JDLink can help you understand your operation on a whole new level. If you are not yet familiar with JDLink, read our What Is JDLink? blog post now and then come back to learn more. Knowledge is...

Looking for an air seeder that fills fast, easily calibrates, and delivers product at a consistent rate? Then the new C650 air cart is the one for you! It's the little sister to the C850 and inc...

While planning for your 2020 growing year did you ever think... How much Round-up did we spray in 2019? How much fuel did the combine use last year? Answers to questions like these are at your f...

When you are practically born and raised into a company it is no surprise you find yourself working there yourself, and that is exactly where Perry's story begins. Perry's father Roland, started ...

The Martin Deerline MyDealer Customer Portal allows you to look-up parts through the John Deere parts catalogs and order parts online directly from your local Martin Deerline dealership. So if yo...

Roger has been a familiar face at the John Deere dealership in Falher for 39 years, and will be greatly missed by customers and staff as he enters retirement on March 31ST. Read on to take a look...

Do you know your Potential?Do you often wonder how much moisture is in your soil throughout the growing season and if there is opportunity for more yield? Ever wondered what your roots are doing ...

Allan grew up on a family farm with an interest in mechanics, so getting his first job right out of high school at an equipment dealership was a natural fit. He thought he would work for 10 years,...

It was 50 years ago in 1970 that the JD24 Skid Steer Loader was officially introduced. At the time of its launch, this skid steer featured four wheel drive, 37 HP, a multidisc transmission clutch ...

Concerned about getting stuck this harvest? Tackle less than ideal harvesting conditions by swapping out your tires for tracks. Tracks keep the combine on top of the ground providing improved fl...

The Frontier 4-in-1 bucket may just be the most versatile loader attachment one can get to add to their tractor. This multi-purpose tool has a hydraulically controlled clam bucket with both a cut...

It is with great sadness that we announce that on July 8, 2019 Alan Johnson passed away. Alan moved to Edmonton from Grimshaw, Alberta and started at Martin Farm Equipment on August 19, 1985 as a...

Consistent application and accuracy when spraying can have a huge impact on the crop, the soil and your pocketbook. With boom sprayers your spray quality can be greatly affected by travel speed w...

Before you park the air seeder back in the shed for the year, make sure you give it a thorough cleaning to avoid future issues next season. Below are some cleaning guidelines from our Martin Deer...

With the calendar turning to June in only a few days time that means Hay Season is not all that far away! Now is the time of year when you will want to pull the baler out of the shed and go throu...

Shopping for a new lawn mower offers a wide variety of choice and many wonder what the differences are and which is better when comparing a zero-turn mower to a riding lawn tractor. Both are depe...

Does your to-do list contain a job that requires some digging? John Deere has a line of durable, versatile, functional and affordable backhoe attachments to help you get the job done! Adding a b...

The snow is finally gone and you're ready to get to work creating your dream yard. Here are a few tips that will help kick-start your lawn after those long winter months. DethatchDethatch...

Do you have a 60 inch Auto Connect mower deck on your Compact Utility Tractor (CUT)? If you answered yes, John Deere has made an attachment to make moving the mower deck a whole lot easier! Intr...

So you've purchased your new piece of John Deere equipment and are ready to put it to work tackling projects around your property. You're comfortable with the basics of day-to-day operation but re...

Your yard is coming back alive as the weather warms up which means it is time to get outside and see the damage winter has done to your yard and do some spring clean-up. Below are some quic...

Before you get into the field and start turning the wheel on your air drill and seeder, check the machine and complete some maintenance to avoid downtime once the fields are dry. Below is a check...

Spring has sprung and you're probably starting to think about getting your lawn mower ready for mowing season. But have you ever wondered where and how your lawn mower is made? There is a good ch...

How are we going to feed a growing population? John Deere is laying the groundwork for tomorrow's technology today. Farm Forward 2.0 is a vision of how technology could drive the increased produc...

Turn your yard project list from "to do" to "I'm done!" A Compact Utility Tractor (CUT) can easily be turned into a versatile workhorse ready to tackle any task with our complement of implements a...

Ever struggle to get your 3-point hitch implements connected to the PTO shaft on your tractor? John Deeres new industry exclusive Quik-KnectTM System has just made your life easier! Never struggl...

John Deere Active Fill Control is the next step for higher productivity and efficiency while forage harvesting. It is impossible for an forage harvester (SPFH) operator to constantly monitor the s...

Eliminate manual yield calibrations by adding an ActiveYield Kit to your John Deere S Series combine. So how does ActiveYield work? ActiveYield provides continuous calibration of the mass flow s...

Are you ever curious to know if Martin Deerline has a part in stock? Or need to get a copy of a receipt that you lost? The new MyDealer Portal allows you to do just that! MyDealer offers an ar...

Did you know; that gas sitting in your lawn mower tank or a jerry can for more than 30 days begins to degrade? Ethanol and water in the gasoline can form acids that will corrode your carbur...

Are you looking for a beautiful looking lawn without having to spend a lot of time and money? Eliminate the effort of bagging, dumping and disposing of grass clippings and put the nutrients found...

Some of you may be asking, what exactly is John Deere ExactApplyTM? ExactApply is an individual nozzle control system available on John Deere Sprayers that provides the ability to maintain a co...

The snow is melting, the days are warming up and it is almost time to get out into the yard to start Spring Clean-Up. There are lots of attachments available for your John Deere Compact Tractor to...

Traditionally, canola harvesting has consisted of cutting with a swather and picking up with the combine. However, with advances both in header technology and shatter resistant seed varieties, we ...

The New 2018 John Deere Combine is Your Complete Harvesting Solution. The New 2018 John Deere Combine is Your Complete Harvesting Solution. Set & Forget Your Yield Calibrations with the ...

Martin Deerline Is Your Attachment Superstore. Whether you are are looking to Move It, Smooth It, Sweep It, Dig It, Grade It, Till It, Rake It, Blade It or Cut It - Martin Deerline is your attach...