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.
Tractor of the year 2017: Case IH Optum 300 CVX
The 225kW Case IH Optum 300 CVX combines power, fuel economy and manoeuvrability, and was recently named tractor of the year 2017.
Turnerland: potato and onion harvesting equipment
Turnerland Manufacturing, a South African company, produces world-class potato and onion harvesting equipment. Joe Spencer explores its latest model.
Implements for vegetable farmers
The first-ever national vegetable farmer’s day, attended by visitors from across the country, was held at the JSF farm in Gauteng. Joe Spencer was there.
Affordable, specialist equipment for small-scale growers
The recent vegetable farmers’ day in Bapsfontein exhibited a number of implements that can help small-scale growers to plant and cultivate vegetables more efficiently.
Falcon’s new flail cutter
Over the past 30 years, Howick-based Falcon Agricultural Equipment has proved that it can compete with the best in the world, especially when it comes to rotary cutters.
Northmec farmers’ day – tractors, implements and equipment
On-off rain failed to dampen the enthusiasm of farmers attending the Northmec farmers’ day at the Baynesfield Recreational Club in KwaZulu-Natal. And judging by the number of orders secured, the event was a considerable success.
Meet the MultiTasker
A new versatile cane fertiliser, designed and built in Pietermaritzburg, was recently demonstrated at Ocean Lodge Farm in Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal.
Air seeders at a budget price
Forty years ago, Rick Brendon saw the potential for a small air seeder. Since then, Ndume seeders have been sold in many African countries.
Investing in farming technology: how much is too much?
Advanced new farming technology is changing the way farmers produce food and manage their businesses. But how do producers know if they’re spending too much on technology and if the new equipment will ultimately yield the promised financial returns?
The ox wagon resurrected
The world’s first ‘flat-pack’ truck, the OX can be shipped in pieces and assembled in just 12 hours. It is specifially designed to provide all-terrain mobility in rough, remote areas.
All-terrain vehicles at the Nedbank Eston Show
With the variety of all-terrain vehicles available today, driving around the farm has become effortless, affordable and fun.
The driverless tractor is here
The farm machinery of the future has arrived, offering every conceivable digital, telemetric and mechanical feature. In fact, the designers have left out only one detail: the driver.
Impressive line-up of tractors at the Nedbank Eston Show
The recent annual Nedbank Eston Show was blessed with a spell of good weather and the local farming community turned out in force to see what was on display.
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