Machinery

Following some uncertainty surrounding British manufacturer Chafer and Horstine’s future towards the end of last year, things appear to be taking a positive turn under new ownership. James Huyton reports.

Following the published financial results of John Deere, CNH and Agco for 2025, the influence of global trade challenges and low commodity prices has had a significant impact.

Three grants are available through the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund 2026 (FETF) which will open on March 17

John Deere has added three new models to its 8R and 8RX range with the flagship machine now the world’s largest non-articulated tractor

The trailed feeder or ‘Snacker’ is an invaluable tool on stock farms with remote or challenging grazing, and one of the latest designs has plenty of useful features

Long hours and shorter work windows mean many hedge cutting contractors may be looking for greater ease of operation. James Huyton takes the Shelbourne Reynolds 8065 VFRT on test to see if it lives up to expectations.

Developed to provide the same crop yields with less fertiliser, the Pudama system from Kverneland makes some significant claims in its abilities to produce more from less

When Neil Green started contracting in 1992, the route to buying his first tractor was, like many others, through finance. More recently, the Derbyshire livestock farmer and contractor has adopted a finance-free farming approach to tractor and machinery ownership.

A tightening equipment market spurs further dealer changes as CNH appoints Townson Tractors and Lloyds as dual branded franchises, James Huyton reports.

As Amazone continues to extend its Precea range of precision drills, Jane Carley catches up with a user of the mounted version.