Husky Farm Equipment

What Husky Farm Equipment does

Husky Farm Equipment Limited is a third-generation, family-owned manufacturer of liquid manure handling equipment, headquartered in Alma, Ontario, Canada. Founded by Raymond Grose in 1960 (incorporated as Grose Welding Limited in 1966 and rebranded to Husky Farm Equipment in 1978), the company operates across Canada and the United States primarily through a network of over 75 dealers, supplemented by direct sales in uncovered geographies and an equipment leasing program administered by Wagosa Leasing Services. Leadership transitioned from the founder to sons Gordon and Walter Grose in January 1998, and ownership remains within the family.

Name

Husky Farm Equipment

Legal name

Husky Farm Equipment Limited

Website

https://huskyfarm.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Husky Farm Equipment Limited is a third-generation, family-owned Canadian manufacturer of liquid manure handling equipment — pumps, spreaders, agitators, drag hose systems, and truck mounts — sold primarily through 75+ North American dealers to farms, municipalities, biodigester operators, and commercial liquid haulers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Equipment — Liquid Manure Handling

NAICS

Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391), Support Activities for Animal Production (1152)

SIC

Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523), Pumps & Pumping Equipment (3561)

akta.pro primary industry

Farm Material Handling & Attachments (Loaders/Implements) (IMAHACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Animal Handling, Transport & Livestock Hauling Services (AFAEALAD), Bulk Material Handling Systems (Belt Conveyors, Feeders, Stackers, Reclaimers) (IMAHABAH)

Keywords

• Liquid manure handling equipment
• Agricultural manure pumps
• Manure spreaders
• Biodigester feeder systems
• Drag hose systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Alma

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Husky manufactures and sells a complete line of liquid manure handling equipment including pumps, spreaders, agitators, drag hose reels, truck mounts, and pipe carts. Equipment is available in multiple sizes and configurations to suit various farm operational needs. Custom-built solutions are also offered.
2. Parts Sales: Husky manufactures and sells a full line of replacement parts for all their equipment. Parts can be located using serial numbers through their online parts lookup tool.
3. Equipment Leasing: Husky offers equipment leasing through Wagosa Leasing Services, allowing farmers to lease equipment (both Husky and non-Husky products) with fixed payments, tax advantages, and the ability to gain ownership through lease payments.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Husky Farm Equipment manufactures and sells a complete line of liquid manure handling equipment, including pumps (3" to 12"), spreaders (5,800L to 36,500L), agitators, drag hose reels, truck mounts, pipe carts, and stainless steel biodigester solutions. The company supports its equipment with a full parts program (serial number lookup), service department, custom-built solutions, equipment leasing through Wagosa, and a network of over 75 dealers across North America.

Product overview

Husky Farm Equipment manufactures a complete line of liquid manure handling equipment as a family-owned business established in 1960. The product portfolio centers on manure management solutions organized around four main workflow stages: In The Barn (pumps and agitation systems), In The Pit (lagoon pumps), On The Road (truck mounts and spreaders), and In The Field (application equipment). Core products include multiple spreader types (Slimline, Vacuum, Elite Series, Tri Axle) with tank sizes from 5800L to 36500L; pumps including H Series, K31, Electric, Lagoon (Tiger/PL490), Electra King, and Prime Eze in sizes 3" to 12"; agitators including Propeller and Raceway series; truck mounts including tanks, vacuum systems, swing booms, slide-in water tanks, and semi-trailers; pipe carts in aluminum, heavy duty steel, and pump mounted configurations; and drag line equipment including hose reels, hose pushers, and injectors. The company also offers parts and service support, equipment leasing programs, and used equipment sales. Partnership integrations include Vogelsang for spreading technology and debris systems, AGRIBRINK for add-ons, and KROHNE for flow measurement solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Slimline Spreaders Highway-legal liquid manure spreaders sized 15,000L to 36,500L, designed to fit in an active traffic lane with quick emptying, ease of towing, and high ground clearance; targeted at farms and custom operators needing efficient transport.
• Vacuum Spreaders Self-loading vacuum spreaders for single-operator use, available in 5,800L to 28,000L sizes; targeted at commercial haulers and farm operators needing one-person loading and spreading.
• Elite Series Spreaders Compact 7,000L to 15,000L spreaders with easy towing and low profile designed for operations with bridges or overhead obstacles.
• Tri-Axle Spreaders Premium spreaders with front and rear steering axles, 30.5 x 32 Alliance Radial tires, and six wheel brakes for compaction reduction and field preservation.
• Tank Mounted Injectors Injection solutions that reduce odour and deliver nutrients directly into the ground, available in multiple tooth configurations for various soil types.
• H Series Pumps (H5000, H10000) Large volume 8" to 10" hydraulic pumps for agitation and rapid filling of spreaders, designed to handle all manure types with full hydraulic controls.
• K31 Series Pumps Manually controlled pumps designed for 80HP tractors, providing simple agitation and manure transfer solutions.
• Electric Pumps Stationary manure management pumps in 3" to 8" sizes for motors 5HP and up; available in both mild steel and stainless steel configurations for on-farm stationary use.
• Lagoon Pumps (Tiger, PL490) Powerful 6" to 12" pumps for managing lagoon-stored manure; the PL490 is a commercial operator grade pump built for heavy-duty use.
• Electra King Pumps Stainless steel high-life electric drive pumps designed for extended use or corrosive environments.
• Prime Eze Pumps Hydraulic drive pumps in 26, 33, or 40 GPM configurations as a compact solution for priming or abnormal pumping applications.
• Propeller Agitators Agitators in multiple sizes (24ft to 50ft) and blade designs tailored to specific operations and manure types, including straw, shavings, sand, and lagoons.
• Raceway Series Agitators Agitators designed for raceway pole barns and encased manure pits with multi-cylinder tip and adjustable detachable shroud.
• Truck Mount Tanks Truck mounted tanks available on a truck mounted platform with many options to match various trucks and operational needs.
• Truck Mount Vacuum Tanks Vacuum truck mounted tanks providing operators independence and flexibility, with options including roll off and sectional tanks.
• Swing Booms Transfer booms for rapid transferring of manure from one spreader to another, available in 6" or 8" sizes.
• Slide-In Water Tanks Custom-built water tanks designed to suit existing truck bodies, extending the usefulness of existing assets while providing flexibility to switch between seasonal uses quickly.
• Semi-Trailers Semi-trailers available in implement of husbandry or highway configuration for liquid transport.
• Aluminum Pipe Carts Ultralight yet durable aluminum fill pipe carts with ease of maneuverability and foam-reducing dog leg, supplied with hose and elbow in ready-to-pump configuration.
• Heavy Duty Steel Pipe Carts HD series commercial steel fill carts built for high traffic and high volume use with field-proven durability.
• Pump Mounted Pipe Carts Pump mounted pipes ideal for close quarters, compact locations, or high-angle locations, allowing for draining of the pipe back into the pump.
• Hose Reels Drag hose reels available in one to ten 6" hose capacity with farmer-forward design and heavy duty components.
• Hose Pushers Efficient hose management tools for all soft hose operators using drag line systems.
• Drag Line Injectors Drag line injectors for injecting manure directly into the ground where roots need nutrients.
• Husky Stainless Steel Mixer Stainless steel mixer designed for biodigester operations handling acidic and caustic products.
• Husky Stainless Steel Electric Pump Electric-driven stainless steel pump designed for affordable use of on-farm generated energy in biodigester operations.
• Husky Side Mount Electric Pump Side mount electric pump configuration for biodigester and off-farm waste applications.
• Parts & Service Full line of replacement parts for all Husky equipment, with serial number-based online parts lookup, downloadable parts manuals, and service support.
• Equipment Leasing Equipment leasing program through Wagosa Leasing Services with fixed payments, simplified budgeting, free credit lines, tax advantages, expedited approval, and flexibility to gain ownership through lease payments. Available for both Husky and non-Husky equipment.
• Used Equipment Pre-owned Husky equipment including lagoon pumps, dragline injectors, and complete vacuum tank truck systems available for purchase.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tanks handle any type of manure, from thick to thin, with ease
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• VogelsangcoreTechnology or IntegrationVogelsang is a technology partner for Husky's biodigester feeder solutions. They provide equipment including rotary lobe pumps, macerators, and debris removal systems that integrate with Husky's stainless steel mixer, electric pump, and side mount electric pump offerings. This partnership enables Husky to offer comprehensive solutions for off-farm waste and manure including debris removal, agitation, and waste transfer for biodigester operations.
• Municipalities (Canada and USA)coreOthersHusky has a historical partnership with municipalities across Canada and the USA providing adaptive solutions for water transportation, dust control and flood management through slide-in water tanks, lagoon pumps, and truck mounted tanks. This represents a long-standing B2G (business-to-government) relationship rather than a formal partnership.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Vogelsang: Vogelsang is a Germany-based manufacturer of rotary lobe pumps, macerators, and spreading technology used in manure and biogas applications. While a Husky technology partner, it also competes in pump and spreading technology for biodigester and slurry applications globally.
• Jamesway Farm Equipment: Jamesway is a Canadian farm equipment manufacturer specializing in manure spreaders, pumps, and barn equipment. It competes with Husky across multiple categories including pumps and spreaders in the North American dairy and livestock market.
• Bauer Group: Bauer Group is an Austria-based manufacturer of slurry and irrigation equipment, including pumps, tankers, and applicators. It competes with Husky in liquid manure handling and is a leading international player in the same equipment categories.
• Nuhn Industries: Nuhn Industries is a Canadian manufacturer of liquid manure handling equipment (tankers, pumps, applicators) and industrial liquid transport vehicles. It directly competes with Husky in pumps, spreaders, and tank-mounted equipment across Canadian and US agricultural markets.
• Storth: Storth is a UK-based manufacturer of slurry handling equipment including pumps, mixers, and tankers. It is comparable to Husky as a specialized manufacturer serving livestock farms with liquid manure equipment, though it primarily serves the UK and European markets.
• Houle: Houle is a Canadian manufacturer of liquid manure handling equipment including pumps, spreaders, and agitation systems, with a North American dealer base. It is one of Husky's closest direct competitors in the liquid manure equipment category on both sides of the border.

Broad incumbents

• Lely: Lely is a Netherlands-based manufacturer of dairy and livestock automation equipment, including manure handling robots and barn systems. It is a broader incumbent in the dairy equipment space with overlapping manure handling capability alongside milking and feeding automation.
• John Deere: John Deere is a global farm equipment incumbent offering tractors, implements, and increasingly connected farm management solutions. While not specialized in liquid manure handling, its dealer network, financing, and integrated precision agriculture offerings compete for the same farm capital budget.
• AGCO: AGCO is a global manufacturer of agricultural equipment under brands including Massey Ferguson, Valtra, and Hesston. It competes with Husky broadly for farm equipment capital budgets and offers manure and material handling implements within its portfolio.
• CNH Industrial: CNH Industrial owns Case IH and New Holland, both major farm equipment brands with global dealer networks and integrated precision agriculture platforms. It is a broad incumbent whose implement portfolios and dealer scale compete for Husky's customer wallet share.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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