History

In 1933, Ray W. Hagie graduates from Iowa State College and begins to experiment with hybrid seed corn on 1.5 acres of his father’s farm. The following year, Hagie Hybrids is founded. In 1936, the drought shows the advantages of hybrid, and the seed business booms. In October 1943, a fire occurred at the Hagies Hybrids seed dryer. The following year after the fire, a new Hagie’s Hybrids seed corn plant was built in Clarion, IA.

In 1946, Hagie Manufacturing Co. develops a Personnel Carrier.

In 1947, the original Hagie high-clearance self-propelled sprayer was built.

In 1954, Hagie Manufacturing Co. moves into a new building, located next to the seed corn plant. In 1955, Hagie growth expands globally with the company’s first sales occurring outside the U.S.

In 1957, the Hagie Manufacturing Co. factory doubles in size as a result of the company’s first addition.

Hagie Model 430 is built in 1960. Notably, it is the first rear-wheel-drive Hagie sprayer, as well as the first model to offer a front-mounted boom.

At the forefront of innovation, in 1963, Hagie developed a high-clearance nitrogen application bar.

In 1968, the Hagie Model 440 is introduced. It is the first hydraulic twin tank, active suspension sprayer. The model also includes an optional cab.

In 1970, the new office area and showroom are added to the front of the building, along with 20,000 square feet added to the shop floor.

In 1973, the Hagie Model 640 is made available with a total capacity of 850 gallons.

In 1980, Hagie introduces a new look, with the color scheme changing from red to beige with chocolate brown accents. Hagie also begins building sprayers that are more economical during the farm crisis.

In 1981, John Hagie is promoted to president of Hagie Manufacturing Company.

In 1990, Hagie Models 250 and 280 are introduced with 500- and 800- gallon capacities.

In 1994, the new Hagie 284 is the first model to offer a 90 ft. boom. An automatic hydraulic tread adjust also becomes an option. A new color scheme is introduced for Hagie machines, featuring a light grey and black design with red accents.

In 1997, Hagie celebrates its 50 year anniversary with the release of the Hagie Model 2100, including a 1,000-gallon capacity and air-ride suspension. The same year, the Hagie factory expands 21,000 square feet. Space is designated for a new research and development area, maintenance shop, tooling and paint facilities.

In 2000, the Hagie Model STS12 is produced, including several features and an innovative design. The STS series receives a new color scheme featuring light grey and yellow and red accents. The dual tank machines feature the legacy grey and black designs, with red accents.

In 2002, Hagie releases a 40‘ high-clearance nitrogen toolbar.

In 2004, Hagie Upfront Solutions (now HCS) are made available. Projects such as field computers, auto steer, injection systems, along with other custom machine configurations, are now available. In 2005, Hagie model STS16 is introduced as the world’s largest row crop sprayer, featuring a 1,600-gallon capacity. The entire Hagie lineup receives a color scheme update to feature dark grey and yellow, with red accents.

In 2007, the Hagie factory is expanded by 75,000 square feet.  

In 2009, All Wheel Steer (AWS) is made available on the STS series. In 2011, Hagie expands with the purchase of a 210,000 square foot building located next to the factory.

In 2014, the STS line is completely redesigned with major upgrades to the cab, cooling and driveline.

In 2015, Hagie’s DTS10 model is completely redesigned.

In March of 2016, a joint venture with John Deere is established, allowing Hagie Mfg. LLC. to be integrated into the John Deere sales and service channel. Kent Klemme is named president.

In 2017, the STS14 and STS16 become the first models to be powered by John Deere engines, while John Deere precision becomes factory-installed. In 2018, a new 120’ hybrid boom is introduced with the inner 60’ constructed of steel and the outer 60’ constructed of aluminum. In 2019, the STS10 & STS12 receive the John Deere 6.8L PowerTech Tier 4 engine and Hagie releases the LS475 to the market for the John Deere F4365. In 2020, John Deere acquires the remainder of Hagie ownership.

In 2021, the hybrid family of STS booms expands offerings in 90’, 100’, 120’ and 132’ widths. The STS sprayers are factory-equipped for optional AutoTrac™ RowSense™ and Vision.