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Stylists queue up to shape the tractors of the future
IT is difficult to describe a tractor as glamorous and sexy, but modern looks confirm tractor design has caught up with the motor industry, writes Steven Vale.
Keep up to date with news at Lamma 2010
With a record number of trade stands and record numbers of visitors coming through the gates, the 2010 Lamma event at the Newark and Notts showground was the biggest yet. Catch up with all the news from the event, including all the new products and kit on show as well as picture galleries from the event.
Yield mapping can reduce amount of fertiliser applied
YIELD mapping has been around for many years, but not many growers know its intricacies as well as Essex farmer, Stuart Galloway. James Lane finds out about his latest move into variable-rate fertiliser application
Looking forward to Lamma '10: Heavy, but effective SR style
Continual development of Claydon’s Stone Release (SR) drill saw a hydraulic folding model make an appearance at the LAMMA show 2009. This version comes with the option of a high-capacity seed pod. GEOFF ASHCROFT spoke to an early adopter of the system.
Industrial heritage brings reliability to farming circles
While JCB has dominated the agricultural wheeled loader sector, other manufacturers want in. Farmers Guardian spoke to one of the first users of an agricultural specification Cat 924H.
On Test – The Sulky Optiline Pro
Sulky’s incorporation of the Roger drill range into its own portfolio has resulted in the Optiline series. Farmers Guardian put it to the test.
Early signs look good for new Horsch drill
Horsch has not generally provided for those requiring smaller drills, but its mounted three-metre Pronto EX disc drill has been trialled this year before an anticipated early 2010 UK launch. FARMERS GUARDIAN talked to one satisfied pre-production user in Suffolk.
Euro machinery 'now three times the UK level'
Farm diversification is seen as the norm now, but for Lee Sutton, a trip to Agritechnica in 2003 took him in another direction - importing Krampe trailers from Germany.
‘Gamble’ of euro machinery imports
THE strong euro exchange rate has affected the price and sales of machinery in the UK, but are there other factors to this downturn? James Lane spoke to two farmers who import machinery to the UK.
Fitting an autolube system
Running a tillage train or large machine needing lots of greasing up each day, frustratingly eating away at valuable work time.
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Poorly starting tractors - not just a battery issue
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The perfect gifts for tractor drivers this Christmas
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Going self-propelled benefits three-row harvesting
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New tracked Deere meets expectations
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First drive: JCB’s smallest telehandler packs features beyond its size
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Tractor test: 180hp tractors go head-to-head
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Tractor test: Deutz-Fahr TTV 630
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Tractor test: Fendt 718
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Tractor test: John Deere 7530E Premium
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Tractor test: New Holland T7040
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Tractor test: Valtra T202
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Tractor test: Dynomometer test
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TMR diet feeders: Salute a humble workhorse
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Mapping a path to improved margins
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Three-model Claas Arion 400 takes it all in its stride
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Using the right header can improve efficiency throughout harvest
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Getting the best out of pastures for the minimum cost
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Arable Focus: Dual approach to sprayers pays off
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Arable Focus: Protecting profits with a windrower
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Arable Focus: On the road to a one tractor operation
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Bespoke outfit eats up the acres
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Ring of confidence makes telehandler a prime mover
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Merlo Turbo Farmer has plenty of get up and go
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Tapir 2 – Agrifac’s worthy successor
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Beet harvester takes centre stage
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Apprentices from Claas move to Reaseheath
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New paint line for Pottinger
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Capacity, reliability and faith in business are crucial
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Look beyond parts prices when refurbishing ATVs
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Smooth operator both in the field and on the road