AGCO released an image of its expanded warehouse in Visalia.

A publicly traded manufacturer and distributor of farm equipment is expanding its Visalia parts distribution operation.

Georgia-based AGCO announced a multimillion-dollar investment in its U.S. West Coast operations with a new, expanded parts distribution center. The new, 115,000 square-foot facility is located less than three miles from the current site at 9860 W. Ferguson Ave., according to a news release.

The company relocated its parts and distribution center to Visalia from Stockton in 2016. 

The new site at 30041 Bradham Drive will replace the current location, with an anticipated start to operations in late 2026.

About 20 people will work at the new site — the same as current operations.

The modern facility will support distribution of all AGCO leading brands, including farm machinery maker Fendt, in the U.S., and provide enhanced service to Western U.S. farmers, including California’s growers, according to the release.

“California’s high-value crop farmers rely on precision equipment that runs long hours, often logging over 2,000 hours per year in demanding conditions,” said Jena Holtberg-Benge, AGCO vice president of aftersales and parts. “By expanding our parts distribution capabilities in Visalia, we’re putting Farmers First – ensuring rapid access to critical components that keep machines running and on track during peak seasons.”

Visalia’s central location enables AGCO to reach any dealer or farmer in the region within a day. The new facility will reduce lead times and improve fill rates for high-demand parts across AGCO’s full brand portfolio, according to the release.