College of Western Idaho (CWI) Heavy Equipment Technician Program students are furthering their industry knowledge and skills thanks to a new tractor generously donated by the program’s partner, Agri-Service.
Agri-Service, one of the largest dealerships of agriculture machinery in North America, donated a Massey Ferguson 7626 tractor. This state-of-the-art tractor will empower students pursuing careers in agricultural equipment maintenance. Its modern features and size make it a valuable addition to the program's hands-on learning experiences, enhancing lab activities and allowing students to master new procedures, including the intricate processes of splitting a tractor and learning the standardized communication protocol used in agriculture and forestry machinery, ISOBUS.
“I am grateful beyond words to Agri-Service for this donation,” said Diesel Technology Department Chair, George Turner. “They are an excellent company that has shown a commitment to improving and supporting the Heavy Equipment Technician Program.”
Agri-Service's commitment to the program extends beyond this donation. The dealership has been a longstanding partner, actively participating in the College's Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), contributing equipment, tools, and resources, and consistently hiring program graduates. Their involvement also extends to providing curriculum feedback and playing a vital role in the redesign of the program's curriculum as it transitioned to its current 19-month model.