Author Posts: David Williams

New brand and dealer impress on Cambridgeshire farm

Changing tractor brands and dealers is proving a good decision for a large Cambridgeshire arable farm. David Williams reports.

Tractor range upgrades increase appeal

A demonstration day by Valtra UK provided an opportunity to try out the latest 5th gen N- and T-series models in the field. David Williams enjoyed his time in the cab.

Born to Farm event brings new products and features

Massey Ferguson has announced new 6S and 7S tractors, additional 8S models, and upgraded hay and forage machinery. David Williams reports.

New combine meets expectations in difficult harvest

Two Essex farmers who each invested in John Deere X9 high-capacity combines for this harvest have been delighted with the performance. David Williams reports.

New combine models bring dramatic productivity upgrades

Claas has announced a new Trion combine series to replace its Tucano and Avero models. David Williams attended the launch.

Practical alternative or green elephant?

A new era starts on New Holland’s Basildon production lines this autumn with the assembly of gas-powered tractors alongside conventional diesel-fuelled models. David Williams visited a UK farm involved with early trials of the new machines.

Telescopic handler updates increase productivity and comfort

Bobcat has announced a new generation of telescopic handlers for agricultural use, with new cabs and intelligent operating modes. David Williams reports.

Improved comfort and performance from latest pick-up

Isuzu’s D-Max pick-up has become a favourite with UK farmers, so it isn’t surprising that the latest version attracted a lot of attention from potential buyers during a week-long test by Farmers Guide. David Williams reports.

Six-wheel drive increases work opportunities and protects soil

A Lincolnshire-based contractor who invested in a new model of trailed sprayer with a driven axle says the difference in travelling performance is ‘incredible’. Our machinery editor David Williams reports.

Pick-up updates are more than a refresh

Overdue updates to one of the most popular farm pick-up ranges will be welcomed by users and dealers. David Williams was at its UK press launch.

Popular farm 4×4 updated

Mitsubishi has added a new Shogun Sport to its 4×4 line-up, providing an additional option for those needing a practical on-and off-road towing vehicle which can also carry passengers in comfort. Our machinery editor David Williams tried it out.

Demand for quality trailer hire keeps growing

A Lincolnshire-based machinery hire specialist has invested in additional trailers for its hire fleet to meet growing demand. David Williams reports.

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