Seen on U.S. Farm Report: Michael Hinton’s Passion for Vintage Tractors

Friend of Steiner Tractor Parts, TalkingTractors.com creator, Michael Hinton of Hutchinson, Kans. was featured this summer on Farm Journal’s U.S. Farm Report in a special two-part nationally televised series, chronicling his lifelong passion for vintage farm machinery, agricultural heritage, the people and rural communities that helped shape American agriculture. It’s worth a re-watch in these colder months if you missed it in the summer!

On the air for more than four decades, U.S. Farm Report remains the longest-running syndicated television program focusing on agriculture, rural issues and the country lifestyle. Hosted by award-winning journalist Tyne Morgan, a new edition of the program airs each weekend on stations coast-to-coast.

Widely considered “America’s Antique Tractor Ambassador,” Michael is founder of National Antique Tractor Preservation Day; and a 2025 inductee into the National Agricultural Hall of Fame.

Both episodes offer heartwarming tributes to the enduring values, traditions, and pioneering spirit of rural America. Through personal stories and historical reflections, Hinton shares his unwavering commitment to preserving our nation’s agricultural heritage and inspiring future generations to appreciate, honor, and carry forward this remarkable legacy.

Watch the Two-Part National Television Series:

Episode 1 | Nationally Aired August 22–23, 2026

“Tractor Tales: The Story Behind National Antique Tractor Preservation Day”

Watch Episode 1

Episode 2 | Nationally Aired August 29–30, 2026

“One Tractor Started a Movement to Preserve America’s Farm History”

Watch Episode 2

Learn more about Michael, his passion for antique tractors, and his ongoing heritage agriculture advocacy efforts at www.TalkingTractors.com.  Hinton has some special Christmas magic happening as well.  Check out his Country Christmas US. Postmark and Song Release. 

Thanks for shopping Steiner, Michael! We hope to see you around the tractor shows next year!