Machinery News

GEA, one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors, has acquired South West dealer Venture Dairy Services in a deal which will consolidate its presence in the region and improve its offering to dairy producers.

The government revealed additional funding will go towards helping farmers better manage slurry storage and store and use water more efficiently as part of the new Plan for Water announced yesterday (4th April).

Farmers Guide is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of company owner Andrew Guest. Liz Birch, who worked alongside Andrew and knew him well shares some fond words.

A new irradiation sensor will enable all arable and vegetable producers to manage their irrigation, fieldwork and disease protection more precisely, helping to curb costs and boost productivity. The low-cost system operates with exceptional accuracy, large reach and is user-friendly.

Tyre manufacturer BKT is growing its product offering and investing heavily in its already impressive Bhuj, India manufacturing plant. The company’s global sales exceeded $1Bn last year, and there are plans to double that figure within just three years. David Williams visited the factory and met the owners to find out why the brand is so successful.

The Hutchinsons/CAS drill demonstration at Aston Grange Farm in Cheshire last autumn showcased the performance of different drills when drilling wheat into cover crops and the impact on subsequent crop establishment.

NFU Mutual is urging farmers to take extra precautions as quad thefts continue to rise this year, affecting many who rely on quads to look after livestock.

Third generation farmer Tim Young was struggling to manage the irrigation and storage of high value crops, such as onions, which saw him reluctant to leave the farm in peak growing season in case he missed a problem with an irrigator. An internet search led him to a simple solution…

Lemken and Steketee have introduced an AI-enhanced version of their automatic intra-row hoeing machine to the market.

Bruce Hopkins Ltd is the latest dealer to join the Polaris UK network, covering Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Buckinghamshire areas.

A South Yorkshire family contracting business says investments in quality machinery has been integral to its success. Farmers Guide finds out more.

To support dairy farmers on the eastern side of the UK, T H White has opened a new base in Attleborough, Norfolk, extending DeLaval territory from Wales to the east coast.