Tech a game changer for Kubota round baler

While square bales are beginning to dominate the landscape in many areas, round balers still have their place, and the application of tech makes them more versatile. Jane Carley reports.

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Being able to check moisture levels offers more precision to the grass harvest, says Nick Sear, streamlining the process at busy periods.
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Being able to check moisture levels offers more precision to the grass harvest, says Nick Sear, streamlining the process at busy periods.

With sheep, goats, horses, donkeys and even rabbits to feed at the assisted learning farm Animal Antiks in North Marston, Buckinghamshire, the round bale is king for Nick Sear. Rather than being the basic...

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