CNH Industrial’s AF Series Combine named ‘Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska’

LINCOLN, Nebraska - ​October 6, 2025 - CNH Industrial’s AF Series Combine has been named the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska.  Throughout all three rounds of the competition, more than 40,000 votes were cast.

The AF Series is the most powerful combine series offered by CNH.  The combines boast the industry's largest grain tank and a fuel-efficient engine, covering more acres in less time with the power and efficiency to handle any crop conditions.  Designed, engineered and built by farmers, the AF Series combines are packed with the latest in automation, connectivity and harvesting technology.

CNH was announced as the champion on October 6 at the NE Chamber’s Manufacturing Summit in La Vista by Pinnacle Bank Market President Chris Conrad.  Pinnacle Bank was the Coolest Thing Presenting Sponsor.

“Winning the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Nebraska is an incredible honor.  This recognition highlights the innovation, hard work, and pride that go into everything we do at CNH.  We are proud to represent Nebraska’s manufacturing community and grateful for the support from the public and the organizers of this great event,” said CNH Grand Island Plant Manager Dustin Alexander.  “The Case IH AF Series Combine Harvester is a cutting-edge lineup of high-capacity harvesting machines built for maximum productivity, efficiency, and precision.  Engineered for global performance, these combines can handle more than 180 crop types—making them a trusted solution for farmers in diverse agricultural landscapes around the world.”

Manufacturers, students and all Nebraskans were invited to vote in a head-to-head, bracket-style matchup of 16 finalists to determine the winner of the fourth annual competition. Learn about each of the finalists at nemanufacturingalliance.com.

“As a community bank operating over 60 locations serving communities all throughout Nebraska, at Pinnacle Bank we understand that manufacturing isn’t just about making things— it’s about driving innovation, supporting growth and employing over 100,000 Nebraskans who do the work every day.  That’s why Pinnacle Bank is proud to partner with the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and the Nebraska Manufacturing Alliance in recognizing the people and products that make this industry thrive,” said Chris Conrad, Pinnacle Bank Market President.

The contest – hosted by the NE Manufacturing Alliance and the NE Chamber and presented by Pinnacle Bank – celebrates the state’s thriving manufacturing industry with Nebraska residents, students, educators, community leaders, manufacturers and especially, the vast number of Nebraskans working in manufacturing every day. The popular contest takes place during October, when NE Manufacturing Month is celebrated each year.

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