U.S. Combine Sales Fall 12.6% in February, AEM Reports

U.S. self-propelled combine sales totaled 159 units in February 2026, down 12.6% year-over-year, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. The decline follows a strong January and reflects the continued volatility of the high-value harvesting equipment market.

The February figures point to a more cautious demand environment in the combine segment, where purchasing activity remains highly sensitive to farm profitability and investment conditions.

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U.S. self-propelled combine sales totaled 428 units in April 2026, up 3.4% year-over-year, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. The increase contrasts with the broader slowdown in the tractor market, signaling more stable demand in the high-value harvesting segment.

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Key Figures (February 2026 – U.S.)

Self-propelled combines: 159 units (-12.6% YoY)
January–February 2026: 322 units (+15.4% YoY)

Combine Market Returns to Negative Territory

After posting strong growth in January, the combine segment moved back into decline in February.

Given the relatively low volume of units sold, monthly fluctuations in combine sales tend to be more pronounced than in other equipment categories.

Year-to-Date Performance Remains Positive

Despite the February decline, year-to-date combine sales continued to run ahead of 2025 levels.

According to the latest monthly report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, U.S. combine sales totaled 322 units through February, up 15.4% year-over-year.

Market Context

Combine purchases remain closely tied to grain market expectations, financing conditions, and replacement cycles among large-scale producers.

The February slowdown suggests that investment decisions continue to be selective despite pockets of demand strength.

Conclusion

U.S. combine sales fell 12.6% in February 2026, highlighting the volatility of the harvesting equipment market. Even so, year-to-date performance remained positive thanks to the strong start recorded in January.