Machinery News

A high-quality forage supplier has invested in a New Holland forage harvester to replace a previous brand, in pursuit of a more consistent chop. David Williams reports.

Syngenta trials have shown that selecting farm sprayer settings with its Spray Assist app could deliver up to 40% better results for autumn grass weed control, compared to some on-farm techniques.

Since Covid-19 hit the UK in 2020, New Holland has operated a strict policy of no tours to keep the staff safe and the plant running – but Farmers Guide was lucky enough to be invited for a tour.

Keeping eyes and ears open helps when choosing the best tyre options.

Fendt’s best-selling 700 Vario tractor series has been expanded, with the addition of completely new seventh generation models with a longer wheelbase and more power. There is also a new, more powerful and updated Katana forage harvester. David Williams tried both machines on an Italian farm.

Company announces the move to the Oxbo brand plus a new global website.

Current government regulations state that the upper weight limit for agricultural trailed items including slurry tankers is 18.29 tonnes – regardless of whether they have an implement on the back.

Longstanding agricultural machinery supplier Ripon Farm Services (RFS) has recently moved into a new depot at the 30-acre Eden Business Park near Malton, North Yorkshire.

A press event by Claas in northern Germany was used to announce and demonstrate an impressive line-up of new products. David Williams was there.

Lemken is introducing the Koralin hybrid cultivator for ultra-flat stubble working, which joins the Heliodor 9 compact disc harrow for high-speed work with low power requirements, plus the Rubin 10-disc harrow, which has proved popular for straw incorporation.

An early opportunity to test-drive Valtra’s new Q-series tractors confirmed that the new
models have what it takes to attract owners and users in this competitive market segment. David Williams reports.

Now in its 31st year, national crop establishment demonstration Tillage-Live is returning to Scotland in September.