New Holland North America Vice President Abe Hughes testified this week before the Pennsylvania House Majority Policy Committee to provide insight into the company’s view of the economy and business climate in the state, specifically regarding agriculture.

During his testimony, Abe Hughes shared his perspective on topics such as property tax relief for farmers, farm labor, and New Holland’s support of farmland preservation through Lancaster Farmland Trust.

“New Holland Agriculture and New Holland Construction are very much a part of the Pennsylvania business community – we were founded in New Holland, Pa., 120 years ago, and New Holland’s North American headquarters and global hay tools engineering and manufacturing facilities are still located there today,” said Hughes. “We are all impacted by the decisions made by state legislators, so we appreciated the opportunity to talk with the state legislators and present our business challenges, as well as some of those facing our dealers and customers in Pennsylvania.”

The hearing was part of a statewide jobs tour in which local business owners and statewide business associations were offered the opportunity to discuss challenges facing Pennsylvania’s businesses. The business leaders provided testimony to the Pennsylvania House Majority Policy Committee on state taxes and regulations, how to improve the state’s business climate, the preparedness of Pennsylvania graduates to fill in-demand jobs, and how to attract new business to the area.