

How Much Tractor Horsepower Do You Really Need? A First-Time Buyer’s Guide
When you’re ready to buy a compact utility tractor, there’s plenty to consider. But the most misunderstood factor is horsepower. How much horsepower do you actually need? It can be a challenge to find the sweet spot between not having enough HP and paying for way more than you need. Here are some straightforward guidelines…


12 Days of Christmas – 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
It’s that time of year once again, where we celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas with a Papé twist! While last year featured gifts for the John Deere fanatic on your Christmas list, this year is all about STIHL chainsaws that are perfect for the lumberjack in your life.


The Best Lawn Tractors for Hills
If you’re a homeowner struggling to mow the slopes on your property, it could be time to take your operation to the next level with a versatile lawn tractor. Lawn tractors and residential riding mowers increase efficiency and cut mowing time by allowing you to put down the push mower and let the machine do the work for you.


Grooming Mower vs. Rotary Cutter: Which is Best for You?
When you purchase a compact tractor for property maintenance, you’ll most likely need mowing or cutting attachments. Grooming mowers and rotary cutters are both great options that cut grass, but are used in different conditions; and depending on your property, you may need one more than the other.


The Top 15 John Deere Implements You Should Own
John Deere and Frontier have over 600 available implements for your compact utility tractor, but these are the top 15 implements you should consider purchasing first.


The Best Mid-Size Tractor for the Money
Whether you are looking to purchase a tractor for the first time, expanding your fleet of equipment, or replacing a tractor that no longer meets your needs, we can help you find the best utility tractor for your application.


John Deere Announces New Registered Apprenticeship Program
John Deere has announced its new Registered Apprenticeship Program after receiving approval from the U.S. Department of Labor and will be available to all Agriculture & Turf and Construction & Forestry dealers.


What Kind of Oil Does a Lawn Mower Take?
Regularly changing the oil on a John Deere mower or lawn tractor is a simple process that can elongate the life of your equipment, but before you get started, it’s important to have the right oil, filter, and tools for the project. At Papé Machinery, we’ve got you covered with a quick guide on everything you’ll need to get the job done from start to finish.


The Ultimate Guide to Tractor Tires
Whether you are buying a new tractor or just replacing the tires on your current model, it’s important to choose the right tires for your intended application, terrain, and soil conditions. In this guide to tractor tires, we’ll cover the three most common varieties used today, which conditions each type is best suited to, and where you can buy these tires.


2019 John Deere Classic Sales Event – History of the John Deere Classic
Announcing the John Deere Classic Sales Event; featuring a variety of retail specials on select models of Riding Lawn Equipment and Gator Utility Vehicles in celebration of the storied tournament. You can check out the variety of equipment specials down below, as well as an exploration of the history of this illustrious event and the journey it took to become a touchstone for golf and John Deere enthusiasts alike.


Toolkit Radio Episode 3 – Customer Stories & Do Reviews Matter?
Kody and Sawyer are back to chat about a couple of Sawyer’s customers and what their journey to purchasing a John Deere was like, as well as the relationships post-purchase.


Toolkit Radio Episode 2 – The Customer’s Relationship With Papé
On today’s episode, Kody and Sawyer answer one of our most asked customer questions, what happens after the purchase?


Tractor Won’t Start? Check These 9 Things
There’s nothing more frustrating than heading out to get some work done on your property to find your tractor won’t start. The good news is that more often than not, it only requires a simple fix.