Author Posts: David Williams

High capacity 12m drills join premium line-up

Vaderstad has announced its first 12m drills which will join its existing seeding line-up, during an online press conference in early November. David Williams reports.

New options for cultivations and drilling

A visit to Lemken’s German Agro Farm in mid-November included news and demonstrations of significant updates and new products which will be welcomed by UK farmers. David Williams was there.

Updates future-proof versatile models

First deliveries of the latest Case IH Optum AFS Connect tractors start in spring 2022, but Farmers Guide test drove one of only two already in the UK. David Williams reports.

Ground protection and traction solutions demonstrated

European tour of tyre and track solutions from Michelin visited the UK during November, providing an opportunity for dealers and customers to learn about the latest products and how to get the best from them. David Williams was there.

Lincolnshire farmers get first look at new 4×4

The Ineos Grenadier is completely new, but borrows many aspects of its appearance from the traditional and popular Land Rover Defender. Designed as a true on- and off-road multi-purpose vehicle, it is attracting a lot of interest from farmers. David Williams attended a preview.

Popular pick-up will come with even more engine and spec options

Ford has announced updates to its new Ranger pick-ups which are due to replace current models later this year. David Williams reports.

Range updates ahead of Agritechnica

Amazone has announced new models and upgrades in its plough, cultivator, drill, spreader and sprayer ranges. David Williams reports.

Soil improvement, cost and time savings result from switch to direct drilling

Time and cost savings and an improved soil structure have resulted from a move to direct drilling for a South Downs family farm. David Williams reports.

High-spec models in a shorter wheelbase

McCormick launched its new short-wheelbase X7 tractors at the Italian Eima show last month. David Williams was there.

Discovery, still a great all-rounder

Few vehicles compare to the Land Rover Discovery when it comes to combining load and passenger-carrying ability with exceptional off- and on-road performance. Five years after the Discovery 5 series was launched, Farmers Guide assessed the latest version. David Williams reports.

Sustainable farming benefits from after-market inflation system

An aftermarket on-board tyre inflation system is helping one of the UK’s largest vegetable and salad producers protect vulnerable black fen soils. David Williams reports.

Latest model has lots of appeal

An opportunity to try Kubota’s latest M6002-series tractors in a range of working applications confirmed their suitability for UK farms. David Williams reports.

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