Minneapolis-Moline Tractors: A Sustainable Ag Tech Case Study
A Legacy Forged in Innovation, Lost to Market Forces The rumble of a Minneapolis-Moline (M-M) tractor, once a familiar sound across American farmlands, speaks to a richer story than mere agricultural machinery. It's a narrative woven from ingenious inventions, shrewd (and not-so-shrewd) business decisions, and the ever-shifting demands of farmers—a story that profoundly shaped modern agriculture. This case study explores the rise and fall of M-M, illuminating its successes, analyzing its ultimate demise, and extracting valuable lessons for building sustainable agricultural technology (AgTech) for the future....