Martin-Till Acquired by Yetter Manufacturing

The combination brings together two companies focused on practical innovation that helps farmers improve planting performance and profitability.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:19pm

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A close-up, high-contrast photograph of a polished, metallic no-till planting attachment, representing the innovative engineering and practical solutions that the combined Martin-Till and Yetter Manufacturing organization will deliver to farmers.The acquisition of Martin-Till by Yetter Manufacturing unites two leaders in agricultural innovation, promising practical solutions to help farmers improve planting performance and profitability.Elkton Today

Martin-Till, a leader in no-till planting technology, has announced its acquisition by Yetter Manufacturing. The two companies, both focused on developing innovative solutions for farmers, will now operate as a combined organization.

Why it matters

The acquisition brings together the expertise and resources of two prominent agricultural equipment manufacturers, allowing them to further innovate and deliver practical solutions to help farmers improve their planting operations and profitability.

The details

Martin-Till, founded by Howard Martin, has pioneered row cleaners and closing systems that have become standard in modern no-till agriculture. Under the leadership of Steve Martin, the company has focused on hands-on innovation, using advanced manufacturing techniques to rapidly develop and test new products designed to handle challenging soil conditions. This effort will continue under the new organization.

  • Martin-Till announced the acquisition on April 14, 2026.

The players

Martin-Till

A leader in no-till planting technology that has pioneered row cleaners and closing systems for modern no-till agriculture.

Yetter Manufacturing

An agricultural equipment manufacturer that is combining with Martin-Till to further develop practical solutions for farmers.

Steve Martin

The leader of Martin-Till who has driven the company's hands-on innovation approach, rapidly developing and testing new products to address challenging soil conditions.

Timothy Meyer

The CEO of Equity Advisors, Inc., who advised Martin-Till on the acquisition transaction.

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What they’re saying

“This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver practical solutions to farmers.”

— Steve Martin, Leader of Martin-Till

What’s next

Customers can expect continued support, expanded capabilities, and ongoing innovation from the combined organization.

The takeaway

The acquisition of Martin-Till by Yetter Manufacturing brings together two companies with a shared focus on developing innovative agricultural equipment to help farmers improve their planting operations and profitability.