A property manager searches “Grasshopper Mowers Kansas” and sees “Permanently Closed” on a map listing. A UK landscaper hears their long-time dealer is shutting down. Both assume the same thing — that Grasshopper is done. Neither assumption is correct.
This article breaks down where those rumors come from, what the current evidence actually shows, and what current or prospective owners need to know before making any decisions.
The Short Answer — Grasshopper Mowers Is Still in Business
As of 2024–2025, Grasshopper Mowers continues to operate. The company is producing new models, maintaining an active dealer network, and supporting existing customers.
There is no public record of bankruptcy, liquidation, or shutdown filings for The Grasshopper Company or its parent company, Moridge Manufacturing. No financial regulators or bankruptcy courts have published any such documentation. BluelineBiz confirmed this as of mid-2025.
The company’s website remains active at grasshoppermower.com, complete with a dealer locator and a current product lineup. That’s not what a business winding down looks like.
To be clear — this assessment is based on publicly observable activity and the absence of any closure documentation. It is not based on insider financial knowledge. With that said, the evidence points clearly in one direction.
Who Grasshopper Mowers Is and How Long They’ve Operated
The brand name is Grasshopper Mowers, operated under The Grasshopper Company, which is itself a part of Moridge Manufacturing. The company is headquartered and manufactures its equipment in Moundridge, Kansas.
They build commercial and residential zero-turn mowers, snow removal equipment, and ground care equipment. This isn’t an offshore or outsourced operation — it’s a Kansas-based manufacturer with a physical plant and a long track record in the commercial turf equipment industry.
One useful detail: the Kansas Sampler Foundation lists the Moundridge plant as a tour-eligible, operating facility, with weekday plant tours available to the public. That’s not something a company does when it’s preparing to close.
Where the “Going Out of Business” Rumor Actually Comes From
The rumor has two main sources, and neither of them means what people think they mean.
A Bad Map Listing
One MapQuest listing shows “Grasshopper Co – Permanently Closed” at 105 Old US Highway 81, Moundridge, KS. That address is the company’s actual headquarters. It’s easy to see why someone searching for the company would panic after seeing that.
But this type of listing is almost certainly an outdated duplicate entry or a data error — not an official company announcement. Third-party mapping platforms like MapQuest can pull from multiple data sources, and generic business entries often get marked as “closed” when a company updates its online profile or when an old listing goes stale. It is not a reliable way to determine whether a manufacturer is still operating.
A UK Distributor Retirement
Separately, Scamblers — a long-time UK importer of Grasshopper mowers — announced it was closing down. The reason was retirement, not manufacturer failure. ServiceDealer covered the story, which gave it visibility in trade circles.
Readers unfamiliar with how the distributor model works saw “Scamblers closed” and interpreted it as “Grasshopper closed.” That’s an understandable mistake, but it’s not accurate.
These two unrelated events — a third-party map error and a distributor retirement — created the combined appearance of a company in serious trouble. Neither one actually indicates that.
A Closed Dealer or Distributor Does Not Mean the Manufacturer Shut Down
This is worth explaining clearly because it applies beyond just Grasshopper.
Grasshopper sells its equipment through independent dealers and regional importers. These are separate businesses — not internal divisions of The Grasshopper Company. When a dealer retires, loses its distribution rights, or closes for any other reason, the manufacturer keeps operating and typically moves distribution to a new partner.
Think of it like car dealerships. If your local Toyota dealership closes, Toyota hasn’t gone out of business. The brand simply redistributes through other outlets.
That’s exactly what happened in the UK. After Scamblers closed, Chandlers (Farm Equipment) Ltd stepped in as the new UK importer. Grasshopper mowers are still available in the UK — just through a different company. Supply continued; the face of the distributor changed.
What the Evidence Shows About Current Operations
If you want to evaluate whether a business is actually operating, look at what it’s doing — not just what a single map listing says.
Here’s what Grasshopper’s activity actually looks like heading into 2025:
- The official website is active, with a full product lineup and working dealer locator
- Dealers have been publishing walkthrough videos of 2024 model year machines, indicating active production and distribution
- BluelineBiz reports that as of mid-2025, Grasshopper is still launching new models, hosting demo days, shipping parts, and running dealer award programs
- The company’s LinkedIn profile lists it as an active machinery manufacturer headquartered in Moundridge, Kansas
- The Kansas Sampler Foundation continues to list it as an operating facility open for public tours
None of this is consistent with a company that is closing or winding down. Companies that are going out of business do not host demo days or launch new model lines.
What This Means If You Already Own a Grasshopper Mower
If you own a Grasshopper mower and were worried about parts and service, the current picture is straightforward. Grasshopper’s dealer network is still active, and factory support continues. There is no public indication that warranty coverage or parts availability has been discontinued.
The best step is practical: use the dealer locator on grasshoppermower.com to find your nearest authorized dealer and confirm parts availability for your specific model. A quick phone call to a local dealer or to the Kansas headquarters will give you a much more reliable answer than any map listing or online forum.
What This Means If You’re Considering Buying a Grasshopper Mower
Grasshopper remains an active, legitimate brand in the commercial mower space. The rumors circulating online do not reflect the company’s actual operational status.
That said, any major equipment purchase carries long-term risk. No manufacturer is guaranteed to exist indefinitely, and it’s worth doing basic due diligence before committing. Here’s a short checklist that applies to any equipment brand you’re evaluating:
- Visit the official website — confirm that current model years are listed and the dealer locator is functional
- Look for recent dealer content — videos or posts showing current-year machines are a good sign of active production
- Call a dealer — ask directly about parts availability, lead times, and service support
- Search for bankruptcy or closure filings — if none exist, that’s meaningful
- Check whether distribution in your region has changed recently — if so, find out who the current distributor is
Running through that list for Grasshopper right now returns positive signals across the board.
How to Read These Situations for Any Brand
Equipment brands go through dealer consolidations, distributor retirements, and corporate restructurings all the time. These are normal business events. They generate noise, and that noise often gets misread as a sign of collapse.
For anyone who manages equipment fleets or makes purchasing decisions professionally, it’s worth building the habit of separating manufacturer health from dealer network changes. The two are related, but they are not the same thing.
For deeper reading on how to evaluate business stability and make smarter purchasing decisions, The Biz Agenda covers practical business topics for managers and entrepreneurs who need clear, evidence-based information.
The Bottom Line
Grasshopper Mowers is not going out of business. The available evidence — active product lines, an operating website, ongoing dealer programs, factory tours, and new 2024–2025 models — points to a company that is still manufacturing and selling equipment.
The “going out of business” narrative comes from two specific, explainable events: a misleading third-party map listing and a UK distributor closing due to retirement. Neither reflects what’s happening at the manufacturer level.
If you own a Grasshopper mower, use the official dealer locator to confirm parts and service access. If you’re considering buying one, do the standard due diligence and verify through direct contact with a dealer. The evidence, as of 2025, supports treating Grasshopper as an active and operating brand.
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