New Holland Agriculture

**History and Founding:**
– New Holland Machine Company founded in 1895 in New Holland, Pennsylvania.
– Sperry New Holland formed in 1947 after a takeover.
– Introduction of the world’s first twin-rotor combine in 1975.
– Ford acquired Sperry New Holland in 1986, leading to the formation of Ford New Holland Inc.
– Fiat acquired Ford New Holland, leading to the launch of the New Holland brand in 1996.

**Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships:**
– New Holland N.V. and Case Corporation merged in 1999 to form CNH.
– Acquisitions like Bizon in 1998 and joint ventures with Türk Traktör.
– Establishment of CNH de México and New Holland Fiat India Pvt. Ltd.
– Transfer of the Ford Motor Company and Quimmco Group joint venture to New Holland.

**Environmental Initiatives and Innovation Projects:**
– NH2 hydrogen-powered tractor concept and features.
– Introduction of 100% Biodiesel equipment and its compatibility with New Holland products.
– Projects supporting biomass energy production and the development of the Methane Tractor.
– Various trademarks and innovations like the Opti-Fan, IntelliFill, and Super Steer systems.

**Advanced Agricultural Technologies:**
– Systems like Moistur, Sensitrak 4WD Management, and On the Move Bale Weighting System.
– Innovations such as Edgewrap, Grain Cam, Opti-Clean Cleaning Shoe, Sidewinder, and Synchroknife technologies.
– Awards and recognition received by New Holland for products like CR10.90 and CR8.90 combines.

**Sustainability Efforts and Company News:**
– Introduction of liquid methane-fueled and hydrogen-powered tractors.
– Focus on sustainable solutions like biomass power generation and the use of biodiesel.
– Company news such as the sale of New Holland to Fiat, key subsidiaries, and initiatives towards alternative fuels.
– Recognition for sustainability efforts by the Climate Action Programme and the brand’s commitment to environmentally friendly practices.