Machinery & Equipment

Maximize farm productivity with expert tips on tractors, harvesters, plows, and other essential farming equipment.

Safety, comfort and stability – key considerations for buying a tiller

Preparing your ground for landscaping has become easier, all thanks to Husqvarna's innovative tillers. These tillers offer several benefits, such as ease of use, safety, and stability.

Five devices set to revolutionise agriculture

Justin Platt, founder and CEO of regenerative farming companies Zylem SA and RegenZ, looks at the key technologies affecting agriculture.
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Kärcher cleaners: tough on grime

Looking for a hot-water high-pressure cleaner to tackle dirt on your farm? Kärcher’s latest product range is hard to beat, with its unique combination of power, efficiency and reduced environmental...
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Boost agricultural productivity with premium lubricants

Astron Energy has been delivering long-term value to farmers for decades, demonstrating a deep understanding of the significance of boosting productivity on farms.

Healthy soil starts with a penetrometer

What more can we do to conserve and nourish the soil, a precious resource? Carel van Niekerk Jr of Piket Implements shares his advice.
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Piket Implements: 90 years of unbroken success as a leading SA agri equipment manufacturer

Top agri machinery manufacturer Piket Implements has been in business for 90 years and is busier than ever. The company, which has released a YouTube video, praises its loyal clients...
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Choosing the correct filtration method for your irrigation system

When it comes to protecting your irrigation system, few factors are more important than effective filtration. For this reason, selecting a filtration method based merely on price can prove very...

Delo 400 SLK Caltex lubricant for heavy-duty diesel engines

Astron Energy, a distributor of Caltex-branded lubricants, has announced the launch of a premium heavy-duty diesel engine oil known as the Delo 400 SLK SAE 15W-40 engine oil.
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Kärcher’s new high-pressure cleaner: a portable powerhouse for tough dirt

Kärcher newest high-pressure cleaner, the HD 6/15 G Classic packs a punch even for the most toughest dirt, and yet it is simple to use and is portable enough to...
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John Deere launches new S440 Series combine harvester

John Deere has announced the launch in the Africa, Middle East market of its newest combine harvester, the S440 Series, which packs an array of innovative technology to boost productivity,...
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Invest in your future with Hubble Lithium

Hubble Lithium’s battery solutions ensure that farmers can keep their operations running smoothly, despite the increasing threat of higher load-shedding stages.

Crop spraying: optimise efficiency with the latest technologies

Looking for ways to save money and improve the efficacy of spray applications on field crops? Syngenta’s Jack Pickering offers some practical advice for farmers.
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New John Deere 6140B CAB tractor hits Africa Middle East market

The new 6140B CAB tractor comes, with its fuel-efficient six-cylinder turbocharged Tier III engine and proven pedigree, is the ideal tractor for a range of farming operations.
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Eight things to know about Agrico’s PVC piping

Agrico has been providing rugged farm implements and irrigation solutions for more than 117 years, and today offers a wider range than ever, including superior centre pivot and smart irrigation...
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Husqvarna: Innovative, durable tools for agriculture

Husqvarna supplies a range of products for light agriculture use to improve productivity and maximise yield. Husqvarna, a Swedish company with a history spanning more than 330 years, is dedicated...

Bobcat expands ground maintenance equipment to EMEA region

Bobcat’s line-up of innovative ground maintenance equipment is now available to customers across the Europe, Middle East and Africa region.
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New Builders PRO benefits programme for loyal customers

With South Africans feeling the pinch of the rising cost of living, loyal customers of Builders stand to receive some relief with the launch of the Builders Pro benefits programme,...
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Zimmatic irrigation systems offer smart solutions for farmers

Zimmatic centre pivots are proving to be a vital factor in driving the success of farms as a decent irrigation system should provide the farmer with ease of use and...

Moving from fossil fuels to renewable energy

Simone Bruckner, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains the steps that need to be taken to help farmers around the world make a shift from fossil fuels to renewable...

Optimising fuel usage on your farm: Part 1

With fuel contributing heavily to a farmer’s input costs, every fuel price hike has a negative impact on the bottom line. Godfried Heydenrych, managing director of Argo South Africa, spoke...
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