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Around the Vine continued from page 11 Kubota Offers Utility Vehicles TORRANCE, Calif.—Kubota Tractor Corporation offers a full line of hard- working utility vehicles to fit a variety of professional and lifestyle needs. Kubota’s utility vehicle lineup includes the workhorse RTV900; an all-weather, air-conditioned RTV1100; a transformable one- to two- row RTV1140CPX; and the compact, gas- powered RTV500. All Kubota RTV models are built for reliability and durability to handle a range of tasks with ease, style and safety. Kubota’s utility vehicles are ideal for small- and large-property owners, contractors and outdoor enthusiasts. NEW P Kubota’s RTV900 is equipped with a powerful and efficient Kubota 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled 21.6 horsepower diesel engine and exclusive new VHT Plus Kubota Hydrostatic 3-range transmission that features smoother dynamic braking and easier shifting. The RTV900 reaches top speeds of 25 mph. Visit www.kubota.com. Agrium Opens Coating Operation NEW MADRID, Mo.—It’s a win-win situation all around with the introduction of Agrium Advanced Technologies’ newest coating operation in New Madrid, Mo. The plant has become a new found source of jobs and revenue for the county, plus the product itself—ESN—is a leading enhanced efficiency nitrogen fertilizer that helps growers increase their production value and reduce losses to the environment. The official unveiling took place May 19 during a short press conference with Agrium’s management, industry experts and regional dignitaries followed by tours of the plant. The facility sits on a beautiful location, right next to the Mississippi River and just south of New Madrid off Hwy 406. The coating facility has an annual production capacity of 120,000 tons and has been designed such that capacity could be doubled in the future. 32 Potato Grower | JULY 2010