A right royal display of farming equipment
The Royal Agricultural Society is well-known amongst local farmers for hosting one of the most comprehensive agricultural shows in SA. The 2017 Royal Show was no different, writes Joe Spencer.
Small tractors at the Royal Show
Two manufacturers displayed budget-priced tractors at the Pietermaritzburg Royal Show.
Case IH exhibits its best
Kyalami was recently the venue for a grand Case IH birthday event, with the launch of several new tractors and a combine harvester, as well as an imposing product line-up.
Vermeer comes to Africa
This US company introduced a wide range of its products at this year's Nampo Expo in Bothaville in the Free State.
Farmers give Kubota high praise
Three commercial farmers tell Joe Spencer why Kubota products check all the right boxes.
Meet the mighty John Deere 8400R!
This new record-breaking John Deere tractor made its first appearance in the UK at the recent Cereals Event at Boothby Graffoe in Lincolnshire.
Big agricultural machines at Nampo 2017
The size of agricultural machines continues to increase, and there were plenty of impressive machines at this year’s show, says Joe Spencer.
Valtra A-series: SIMA Machine of the Year 2017
It is predicted that the new Valtra A4 series will be even more popular than the A3, says Joe Spencer.
New Fendt line-up at Nampo
Four tractors from the high-tech Fendt brand were introduced to the South African market at Nampo. Joe Spencer reports.
Gator sales surge ahead
John Deere has built a larger Gator factory to cope with the demand for this tough all-terrain vehicle. Joe Spencer reports.
175 years of Case IH
The celebrations have commenced at the brand’s global headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin, US, says Joe Spencer.
Quiet, cost-effective Avant loaders
Avant’s battery-powered loaders are ideal for indoor use where ventilation is limited. They can work at full power without exposing the operators and their co-workers to dangerous exhaust emissions, says...
The powerful McCormick X8 VT Drive
The McCormick X8 VT Drive is the most powerful tractor ever built by this manufacturer. Joe Spencer reports on its launch at LAMMA, the UK’s premier agricultural machinery show.
Case IH is the leading supplier of cane harvesters in Brazil
Mechanisation of sugar cane farming in Brazil has boosted the rural economy and helped meet a growing demand.
New Holland BigBaler: Baling at 32t/hour!
New Holland’s field trial of its BigBaler 1290 demonstrated remarkable productivity: 1 254 bales averaging 434kg in 17 hours.
New Holland at EIMA
The company’s latest specialist tractors, equipment and systems recently revealed in Italy offer many advanced features, enhancing New Holland’s reputation for innovation.
John Deere receives special mention at SIMA Paris
John Deere has received a special mention in the ‘Awards for Innovation’ at SIMA in Paris. Joe Spencer looks back on other milestones in the evolution of the tractor.
Duplex Seed system from Pöttinger
Pöttinger has joined the ranks of planter manufacturers that promote the value of double rows in maize and other crops, says Joe Spencer.
Erdvark’s specialised ridgers
Erdvark manufactures rugged, specialised disc implements for cultivating new crops. Amongst its newer products are specialised ridgers that enable fruit and nut farmers to establish ridges for optimal tree growth.
New Holland acquires Kongskilde
The various brands involved in the deal include Kongskilde, Överum and JF, and represent a major extension to New Holland’s range of hay and grass equipment.
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