In September 2016, Walker Manufacturing introduced two new dealer recognition programs, honoring their best-performing, most active dealers worldwide.

After a flat year in 2016, shipments for Walker Manufacturing’s 2017 fiscal year (starting October 1) have strongly rebounded to some of the highest levels in the company history. Shipments are up 36% in the fall quarter, well ahead of forecast. Export sales are also increasing after a significant decrease in 2016.

The convenience of dumping the 7.0 bushel grass catcher from the operator seat is now available for the Model S.

The new Walker Model S18 has a Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine installed in the “S” chassis, shared with Model S14.

We are sad to report that Margaret D. Walker, the co-founder of Walker Manufacturing in partnership with her husband, Max, passed away on May 15, 2016 at 92 years of age.

Over the last two years, the US dollar has strengthened approximately 20% over all foreign currencies where Walker Mowers are exported. This increase in cost is reflected in the selling price in each country which has slowed export sales significantly during 2016 with a decrease of 23%.