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White planters build on 45 years of innovation

By ANDREA JOHNSON Assistant Editor
Nov 1, 2016
Nov 1, 2016 Updated Nov 4, 2016

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By ANDREA JOHNSON Assistant Editor

AGCO White planters have a long history of ingenuity and reliability that makes them look good behind any tractor.

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