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Get the latest agricultural farming news on modern technology, smart farming tools, and innovations shaping the future of agriculture.

Husqvarna MZ54 Zero Turn lawnmower
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The MZ54 lawnmower is ideal for property maintenance

Husqvarna is known the world over for the toughness of its zero-turn lawnmowers.
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Corteva: working with farmers

Agriculture has reached a critical point. Farmers are trying to meet the global challenge of providing nutritious food for a rapidly growing population constantly demanding healthier food.
John Deere in-cab displays are vulnerable to theft, due to their ‘plug and play’ design.

John Deere’s digital security

John Deere’s new PIN code locking system helps deter the theft of valuable GreenStar in-cab displays and StarFire satellite receivers.
cattle farming

Gene editing: a precise approach to crop and animal breeding

Recent breakthroughs in gene editing technology mean that advancements in the industry can be brought to the farm faster, cheaper and more accurately than before. The result is plants and...
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Why Kubota are the leaders in vineyard and orchard tractors

Kubota South Africa is committed to working with its customers to adapt to industry trends. One market it has specifically focused on is orchards, with a range of open-station and...
Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson introduces a full range of hay equipment

AGCO has acquired the forage division of the Lely Group, a leading manufacturer of balers and loader wagons in Europe.
John Deere GridCON electric tractor

Electric tractor powered by a cable

The GridCON research project and its electric cable powered tractor are part of John Deere’s continued efforts to electrify agricultural machinery, and offers new opportunities for farms to supply their...

Farming smarter can reduce methane emissions from livestock

The argument against beef production is gaining momentum, with the industry being accused, often inaccurately, of significantly increasing greenhouse gas emissions. However, climate-smart farming and improving productivity can reduce emissions.
CLAAS JAGUAR 960 TERRA TRAC forage harvester

High demand for smart machine operators

New technological developments have triggered a demand for more sophisticated machine operators as well as improved training.

Technology improves efficiency of agri tyres

Agricultural tyres are essential to food and fibre production, yet their importance is often overlooked. Dilip Vaidya, president and director of technology for off-highway tyre manufacturer BKT Tires, speaks to...
canal system

Designing an irrigation system according to soil type

Dr Willem de Clercq, a researcher at the Water Institute at Stellenbosch University, says that all farmers, and especially those who practise conservation agriculture, need to approach irrigation in a...
Car battery

How does a car battery work?

The battery has been around for 200 years, and has essentially changed little. Jake Venter explores this brilliant device that is integral to the motor industry.
Total’s Tractagri high-performance motor oil
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Motor oil that reduces cost and improves performance

Total’s TRACTAGRI HDX 15W-40 high-performance motor oil has been specifically designed for turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines, and can be used in tractors and other agricultural machinery.
Ford Ranger Wildtrak 3.2TDCi

Ford Ranger Wildtrak double cab: A comfortable workhorse

A unique blend of go-anywhere family car and tough, practical pickup, the double cab bakkie appeals to a wide spectrum of users. Johannes Letsohla recently tested the Ford Ranger Wildtrak...

New system shows benefits of deep root irrigation

A locally developed irrigation system designed to transport water directly to plants’ roots and thus eliminate evaporation has achieved outstanding success in trials.
Methane Powered New Holland tractor

A methane-powered tractor by New Holland

New Holland recently received an international award for its concept tractor, which offers huge savings in running costs.
Novacat A10 Cross Flow combination

Pöttinger’s Cross Flow mower

This company’s latest development saves time, effort and fuel, and will be welcomed by all farmers who carry out haymaking and silage operations.
a hreenhouse

Latest trends in greenhouse technology

The designs and purposes of greenhouses have come a long way. Lloyd Phillips speaks to Shaul Rabin about the greenhouse technologies currently available, and what the future holds.
Husqvarna- 436LiB Battery blower
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Blowers that can clean much more than leaves!

Husqvarna leaf blowers are ergonomically designed to provide maximum comfort and ease-of-use over an extended period.
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Save your tyres – and save money

Reduce fuel expenditure and improve productivity by ensuring tractor tyres are inflated to the optimum pressure.
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