03 January 2020
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Bought as a replacement for an ageing McCormick ZTX 280, Leicestershire native Mark Hill was the first UK farmer to purchase the firms latest range-topping X8.680. But was it worth waiting for? Simon Henley...
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British manufacturer Knight Farm Machinery has expanded its dealer network with the appointment of Chandlers Farm Equipment, one of the UK’s largest machinery dealers.
24 April 2026
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1 min read
Devon dairy farmer Tom Laarveld has made the switch to zero grazing following Grass Technology’s introduction of the single-axle GT55 model. This 8.5cu.m, £27,000 machine is aimed at smaller herds, and has a modest power requirement of just 65hp
24 April 2026
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6 min read
New machinery technology promises gains in efficiency and performance, but turning those benefits into measurable financial returns remains a key challenge for farmers and contractors, says Toby Whatley
21 April 2026
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1 min read
