Verified Nov 2026
Other
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Salina, Kansas
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Since 1976
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. makes agricultural and grounds maintenance equipment, including tillage, seeding, and planting machinery, along with attachments and construction equipment. The company is headquartered in Salina, Kansas, was founded in 1976, and is a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation. It has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and serves the automotive, construction, and industrial equipment sectors. In 2025, Kubota recognized its Salina plant with a Kubota Excellence Award, and in 2026 the company marked 50 years of operation.
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1976
Headquarters
Salina, Kansas
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
5007
Industries
Automotive
Construction
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
5007
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Japan · Taiwan · India
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc..
What this tells a buyer
The record contains no customs or trade shipment data for the company; the most recent reported development is the 18 August 2026 news item from KSAL, though its content is not specified in the record.
The company is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and its listed capabilities include tillage, seeding, planting, and grounds maintenance equipment.
The company is privately held as a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation, with an estimated annual revenue band of $250 million to $500 million.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
50 years in operation (founded 1976).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. makes agricultural and grounds maintenance equipment, including tillage, seeding, and planting machinery, along with attachments and construction equipment. The company is headquartered in Salina, Kansas, was founded in 1976, and is a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation. It has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and serves the automotive, construction, and industrial equipment sectors. In 2025, Kubota recognized its Salina plant with a Kubota Excellence Award, and in 2026 the company marked 50 years of operation.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1976 |
Headquarters | Salina, Kansas |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. makes
The company is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and its listed capabilities include tillage, seeding, planting, and grounds maintenance equipment.
Certifications
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — gpmfg.io
ISO 9001 — petersonlightsandharnesses.com
Trade and customs footprint
The record contains no customs or trade shipment data for the company; the most recent reported development is the 18 August 2026 news item from KSAL, though its content is not specified in the record. US customs bill-of-lading records list 5007 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Japan · Taiwan · India.
Latest developments
2026-08-18 — Great Plains Celebrates New (ksal.com)
2026-04-11 — Great Plains Manufacturing celebrates 50 years of innovation - High Plains Journal (hpj.com)
2025-10-18 — Great Plains Manufacturing in Salina receives Kubota Excellence Award (salina.com)
2025-09-30 — Great Plains Agricultural Equipment Design with Creo | PTC (ptc.com)
2025-09-05 — Peterson Welcomes Great Plains Manufacturing for a Collaborative Visit - Peterson Manufacturing (petersonlightsandharnesses.com)
Company details
The company is privately held as a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation, with an estimated annual revenue band of $250 million to $500 million. Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. was founded in 1976, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Salina, Kansas. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 50 years in operation (founded 1976). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. do?
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. makes agricultural and grounds maintenance equipment, including tillage, seeding, and planting machinery, along with attachments and construction equipment. The company is headquartered in Salina, Kansas, was founded in 1976, and is a subsidiary of Kubota Corporation. It has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and serves the automotive, construction, and industrial equipment sectors. In 2025, Kubota recognized its Salina plant with a Kubota Excellence Award, and in 2026 the company marked 50 years of operation.
Where is Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. headquartered?
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. is headquartered in Salina, Kansas (1525 East North Street, Salina, Kansas, 67401).
When was Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. founded?
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. was founded in 1976.
How big is Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.?
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. hold?
Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. lists ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 5007 inbound shipments for Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc., with top origins including China · Japan · Taiwan · India.
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