Krone launches its first belt merger with the new Swativo

Krone has broadened its grassland portfolio with the launch of its first belt merger, offering an alternative to traditional rotary rakes for operators seeking improved forage quality and reduced leaf loss

Toby Whatley
Head of Machinery and Farm Technology
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Krone launches its first belt merger with the new Swativo

Krone has entered the belt merger market with the launch of the Swativo T 1040 Pro, a new machine designed to deliver gentle crop handling and improved forage quality, particularly in leafy crops such...

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