Machinery News

The first Agritechnica event for four years took place in Hanover, Germany in mid-November. Marking the end of a year packed full of manufacturer press events where new machines were previewed, the show was the first opportunity for many dealers and potential customers to inspect the latest offerings for the first time. David Williams was there.

With the new short chop system, Pottinger’s expertise in loader wagons has taken another step further.

Agriweld was announced the official supplier of weight blocks, transport boxes and swath rollers to both AGCO Parts and Agri-Argo in 2023.

A dispersal sale at Northwold in south-east Norfolk, resulting from the retirement of the Eyles family from farming and engineering, featured a wide selection of extremely attractive lots which achieved excellent results for the vendors. David Williams was there.

Based near Saffron Walden in Essex, Abrey Agricultural is the official UK importer for Ziegler products.

Kverneland’s return to the LAMMA show brings with it a wider product range, including a range of inter-row cultivators, rotary hoes, guidance interfaces and tine harrows that complement its existing crop care products.

New trailers with a clamshell load securing system have been chosen by a Lincolnshire vegetable and salad producer for their ability to secure and protect loads better than traditional straps and sheets. David Williams reports.

Major Equipment is returning to LAMMA this year and launching a hedge cutter head, which it says has the power and performance to tackle the most vigorous jobs.

An open day by Attlefield Farm Machinery Ltd (AFM) at its Daventry base featured the latest Spearhead hedge cutters and attachments in action as well as static displays of rotary mowers and flails. David Williams attended the event.

The Patriot cultivator from Cousins of Emneth will be on show at LAMMA this year, with a new addition for even greater versatility. Meanwhile, special show deals will be available and show visitors will have a last opportunity to take advantage of finance deals.

Farmer and contractor Alan Tunstall has released a book giving a comprehensive look at the history, makes and models of combine harvesters.

After an antifreeze check at Ken Cook’s farm , a chance conversation over a cup of tea started a “labour of love” on a beautiful vintage tractor – and the restoration led to a string of victories at machinery shows throughout 2023.