--- title: "BigIron Buzz Blog : Articles, News and More from BigIron Auctions | Buyers and Sellers (2)" description: Buyers and Sellers | Agricultural, Construction, Transportation and Recreational articles, news and more from BigIron Auctions. Join us for an in-depth conversation about the world of equipment. (2) image: https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/BigIron-Buzz-Blog-Home.jpg --- [BigIron Auctions](https://www.bigiron.com/?var1=bigiron&var2=hubspot&var3=home&var4=bloghome) is North America's #1 unreserved online agricultural, construction and transportation equipment auction site. [![BigIron Auctions Logo](https://blog.bigiron.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=150&height=63&name=download.png) ![BigIron Auctions Logo](https://blog.bigiron.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=150&height=63&name=download.png)](https://www.bigiron.com) [![BigIron Auctions Logo](https://blog.bigiron.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=150&height=63&name=download.png)](https://www.bigiron.com) - [Agriculture](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/agriculture) - [Construction](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/construction) - [Transportation](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/transportation) - More - [Auction Info](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/online-auctions) - [Buyer & Seller Info](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/buyers-and-sellers) - [Recreational](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/recreational) - [Agriculture](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/agriculture) - [Construction](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/construction) - [Transportation](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/transportation) - More - [Auction Info](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/online-auctions) - [Buyer & Seller Info](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/buyers-and-sellers) - [Recreational](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/recreational) [**View Equipment For Sale**](https://www.bigiron.com/?var1=bigiron&var2=hubspot&var3=viewequipment&var4=bloghome) [The BigIron Buzz](https://blog.bigiron.com) View Article Topics **All Topics** - [Buyers and Sellers](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/buyers-and-sellers) - [Online Auctions](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/online-auctions) - [Agriculture](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/agriculture) - [Real Estate](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/real-estate) - [Community](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/community) - [Construction](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/construction) - [Harvest](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/harvest) - [BigIron Auctions](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/bigiron-auctions) - [Transportation](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/transportation) - [Collector Cars](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/collector-cars) - [Partnership](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/partnership) - [Contests & Giveaways](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/contests-giveaways) - [Cybersecurity](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/cybersecurity) - [East Region](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/east-region) - [FFA](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/ffa) - [Industrial](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/industrial) - [Livestock](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/livestock) - [Recreational](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/recreational) - [Share Your Legacy](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/share-your-legacy) - [tractor](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/tractor) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Idle%20Farm%20Equipment%20-%20Blog%203-25.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/idle-farm-equipment) April 01, 2025 ## [Turn Your Idle Farm Equipment Into Cash with BigIron & Sullivan Auctioneers](https://blog.bigiron.com/idle-farm-equipment) [Farming is a business that demands efficiency, and having idle equipment sitting unused can significantly impact your bottom line. Whether it’s a tractor that no longer fits your operation or an ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/idle-farm-equipment) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/idle-farm-equipment) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Sullivan%20Auctioneers%20Car%20Auction-Blog%203-25.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/collector-car-auctions-march-2025) March 18, 2025 ## [A High-Octane Success: Recap of Sullivan Auctioneers' Two-Day Collector Car Auction](https://blog.bigiron.com/collector-car-auctions-march-2025) [On March 3 and 4, car enthusiasts and collectors revved their engines for Sullivan Auctioneers' electrifying two-day collector car auction. The event drew 942 eager bidders, showcasing rare and ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/collector-car-auctions-march-2025) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/collector-car-auctions-march-2025) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/BigIron%20Realty%20Appreciation%20Contests-Blog%203-25.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/honoring-everyday-heroes-in-2025) March 12, 2025 ## [Honoring Everyday Heroes: BigIron Realty’s Annual Appreciation Contests](https://blog.bigiron.com/honoring-everyday-heroes-in-2025) [At BigIron Realty, community is at the heart of everything we do — and that means recognizing the everyday heroes who make a difference in our lives. This February, we wrapped up our 4th annual First ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/honoring-everyday-heroes-in-2025) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/honoring-everyday-heroes-in-2025) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Spring%20Planting%20-%20Blog%202-25.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/successful-spring-planting-season) March 11, 2025 ## [Spring Planting: Preparing for a Successful Season with BigIron and Sullivan Auctioneers](https://blog.bigiron.com/successful-spring-planting-season) [As the frost melts away and days grow longer, farmers across the country gear up for one of the most crucial times of the year: spring planting. This season sets the foundation for a successful ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/successful-spring-planting-season) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/successful-spring-planting-season) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Spectacular%20March%20Auction%20Line%20Up-blog%203-25.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/spring-buying-opportunities) March 03, 2025 ## [BigIron’s Spectacular March Auction Lineup: Your Ultimate Guide to Spring Buying Opportunities](https://blog.bigiron.com/spring-buying-opportunities) [As spring approaches, BigIron and Sullivan Auctioneers are rolling out an impressive lineup of auctions, offering buyers a chance to gear up for the planting and construction seasons. With over 40 ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/spring-buying-opportunities) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/spring-buying-opportunities) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Craig%20Sitzman%20-%20Blog%20%202-25.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/craig-sitzman-supports-local-community) March 02, 2025 ## [BigIron’s Craig Sitzman Supports His Community Through Collector Car Auction](https://blog.bigiron.com/craig-sitzman-supports-local-community) [At BigIron and Sullivan Auctioneers, our Independent Sales Representatives do more than just connect buyers and sellers – they support and uplift their communities. Craig Sitzman, a BigIron ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/craig-sitzman-supports-local-community) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/craig-sitzman-supports-local-community) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/We%20Have%20Your%20Back-Header-Blog-1.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/we-have-your-back) February 25, 2025 ## [BigIron & Sullivan Auctioneers: A Team Dedicated to Your Online Auction Success](https://blog.bigiron.com/we-have-your-back) [When you choose BigIron and Sullivan Auctioneers to handle your online auction, you're not just hiring a Sales Representative. You’re gaining the expertise, dedication, and hard work of two ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/we-have-your-back) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/we-have-your-back) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/End-of-Year%20Auction%20Advantage-Blog%20%2011-24-1.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/the-end-of-year-auction-advantage-for-farm-equipment-and-construction-machinery-1) December 04, 2024 ## [The End-of-Year Auction Advantage for Farm Equipment and Construction Machinery](https://blog.bigiron.com/the-end-of-year-auction-advantage-for-farm-equipment-and-construction-machinery-1) [The End-of-Year Auction Advantage for Farm Equipment and Construction Machinery As the year winds down, it's not just the holiday season that draws attention; the end-of-year is also a prime time for ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/the-end-of-year-auction-advantage-for-farm-equipment-and-construction-machinery-1) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/the-end-of-year-auction-advantage-for-farm-equipment-and-construction-machinery-1) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/BigIron%20-The%20DIRTT%20Project%20-%20Blog%2011-24.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigiron-partners-with-the-dirtt-project) November 11, 2024 ## [BigIron Partners with The DIRTT Project® for an Upcoming Succession Planning Workshop](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigiron-partners-with-the-dirtt-project) [BigIron Partners with The DIRTT Project® for an Upcoming Succession Planning Workshop Planning for the future of your farm or ranch is one of the most important, yet often overwhelming, tasks ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigiron-partners-with-the-dirtt-project) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigiron-partners-with-the-dirtt-project) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-13-the-dirtt-project-part-1) October 31, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 13 The DIRTT Project - Part 1](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-13-the-dirtt-project-part-1) [This time on GEAR UP, Co-Founder Mark Stock digs into the DIRTT Project with special guest Rena Striegel. Rena is dedicated to helping farmers navigate the complex challenges of succession planning ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-13-the-dirtt-project-part-1) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-13-the-dirtt-project-part-1) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-12-trends-in-the-equipment-industry) October 31, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 12 Trends in the Equipment Industry](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-12-trends-in-the-equipment-industry) [In this episode of GEAR UP, Co-Founder of BigIron Mark Stock discusses auction industry trend’s with BigIron’s Chief Sales Officer, Franklin Langham. While land values have held steady, equipment ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-12-trends-in-the-equipment-industry) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-12-trends-in-the-equipment-industry) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/BigIron%20%26%20Camp%20Courageous-Blog%2010-24-1.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigirons-russ-radloff-donates-buckets-to-camp-courageous) October 11, 2024 ## [BigIron’s Russ Radloff Donates Buckets to Camp Courageous](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigirons-russ-radloff-donates-buckets-to-camp-courageous) [At BigIron, community support is more than a business initiative—it’s a value we live by. Recently, one of our own, BigIron Territory Manager, Russ Radloff from Cascade, Iowa, exemplified this by ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigirons-russ-radloff-donates-buckets-to-camp-courageous) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/bigirons-russ-radloff-donates-buckets-to-camp-courageous) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-11-special-the-lukeman-collection-auction) October 09, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 11 (Special) The Lukeman Collection Auction](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-11-special-the-lukeman-collection-auction) [On this special edition of GEAR UP, BigIron co-founder Mark Stock and Craig Hoyer of Sullivan Auctioneers give the inside scoop on the Lukeman Collection - a treasure trove of 85+ rare cars, historic ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-11-special-the-lukeman-collection-auction) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-11-special-the-lukeman-collection-auction) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-10-national-farmers-day) October 08, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 10 National Farmer's Day](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-10-national-farmers-day) [In this episode of GEAR UP, Co-founders Mark and Ron Stock take us inside the resilient, multifaceted world of American agriculture. As National Farmer's Day approaches, the hosts celebrate the grit, ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-10-national-farmers-day) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-10-national-farmers-day) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-9-collector-cars-with-gary-and-muffy-bennett-part-2) October 07, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 9 | Collector Cars with Gary and Muffy Bennett | Part 2](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-9-collector-cars-with-gary-and-muffy-bennett-part-2) [This week on GEAR UP with BigIron, Collector Car Experts Gary and Muffy Bennett return as guests to discuss the nuances of the collector car market with our Founder, Mark Stock. Tune in to listen to ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-9-collector-cars-with-gary-and-muffy-bennett-part-2) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/episode-9-collector-cars-with-gary-and-muffy-bennett-part-2) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-8-gary-and-muffy-bennett-pt.-1) September 25, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 8 Gary and Muffy Bennett Pt. 1](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-8-gary-and-muffy-bennett-pt.-1) [GEAR Up with BigIron and get ready to meet the President and First Lady of the Collector Car industry- Gary and Muffy Bennett. Their personal stories exemplify the love and passion that they have for ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-8-gary-and-muffy-bennett-pt.-1) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gear-up-with-bigiron-episode-8-gary-and-muffy-bennett-pt.-1) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Gear%20Up%20Teaser%20Blog%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigironepisode6) September 06, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 6 (Early Release): Husker Harvest Days with Ryan Harbur](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigironepisode6) [GEAR UP with BigIron for Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island, NE! Mark and Ron Stock chat with Regional Sales Manager, Ryan Harbur in this week's episode about Husker Harvest Days past, plans for ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigironepisode6) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigironepisode6) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Podcast-Web%20banner%208-24-1.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0-0) September 03, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 5: The Real Estate Market with John Stock](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0-0) [In this week’s episode of GEAR UP with BigIron, Mark and Ron Stock along with BigIron Real Estate Agent John Stock are diving into the current land market, discussing the benefit of selling land via ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0-0) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0-0) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Podcast-Web%20banner%208-24-1.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0) August 27, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 4: Mark and Ron Update on Current Market Trends](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0) [In this episode of Gear Up with BigIron, Mark and Ron Stock discuss the wild ups & downs of the current market. From commodities to real estate, we take a look at pricing forecasts for crucial ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0-0) [![](https://blog.bigiron.com/hubfs/Podcast-Web%20banner%208-24-1.png)](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0) August 19, 2024 ## [GEAR UP with BigIron: Episode 3: Meet Don from Van Wall Equipment](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0) [In this episode of Gear Up with BigIron, we’re thrilled to welcome Don Van Houweling from Van Wall Equipment, along with Ron and Mark Stock, to discuss their upcoming auction event, "The Biggest and ...](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0) [Read More](https://blog.bigiron.com/gearupwithbigiron-0-0-0) [Prev](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/buyers-and-sellers/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.bigiron.com/all) [Next](https://blog.bigiron.com/tag/buyers-and-sellers/page/3) ![logo-white-yellow](https://blog.bigiron.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-white-yellow.png?width=150&height=59&name=logo-white-yellow.png) ©2026 BigIron.com Inc. - All rights reserved. - - - - -