Technical events

Looking to progress in your career in agriculture or interested in apprenticeship opportunities, we take a look at the latest addition to the show.

Visitors and exhibitors from around the world descended upon Harrogate the specialist potato event, with new technology and equpiment on show

Spray technology, field data collection and drill customisation were some of the features at this year's CropTec, held at the NAEC at Stoneleigh for the first time.

Occupying a section of Claas' new technology display, the manufacturer gave visitors an insight into a future drive option it is currently working on for its combine products.

Recovery and realism were two overarching themes at this year’s German machinery extravaganza, Agritechnica. Ben Briggs reports from Hanover on the mood among manufacturers and event organisers.

Finnish manufacturer Elho continues to produce trailed forage harvesters, highlighting the consistent demand for the machines in its home market where smaller farms continue to make multiple, smaller cuts of silage, and can utilise larger tractors typically purchased for forestry and utility tasks.

Following its launch earlier in the summer, the Xerion 12 Series has been awarded 2023 tractor of the year (TOTY).

Shown at a limited press event in September, Agritechnica was the first public viewing of Fendt's new mid-range tractor offering. Providing a power output of between 164 - 224hp, the 600 range sits between the 500 Vario and the 2022 launched 700 Vario Gen7 ranges

With a maximum power output of 425hp, Massey Ferguson’s 9S has been launched to provide a genuine competitive tractor in the increasingly popular 300-400hp tractor market

Technological advancements in sprayer manufacture have opened the door to new possibilities to aid the reduction of chemical use in agriculture and John Deere is one of a handful of manufacturers now breaking into the market with smart spraying solutions.