Power and versatility at Nampo

New tractors from the more established brands seen at Nampo.

When farmers make a plan – Nampo

As usual, the annual Boerepatente Kompetisie at Nampo brought out the best in our farmers.

New tractor brands

Nampo was once again the launching pad for a number of new tractor models.

New from John Deere

The new US-built 5M tractor range was on show at Nampo, but a few producers had a first look. Joe Spencer was there.

Lethal vs non-lethal control: the economic comparison

Guardian animals offer far better livestock protection than lethal methods, according to new research. They’re more effective, need less work, and are cheaper.

Tractors for veggie growers

Some of the latest tractors and implements for the fresh produce industry were showcased at Cedara recently.

Mapping the future

All the key systems and software required for applying precision agriculture on a South African farm are now available to local farmers, says Joe Spencer.

New from Barloworld

The MF 7600 series has been expanded and Barloworld Agriculture has introduced the new MF branded hay making equipment.

FAE UMH 250 mulcher – backward is the way forward

The FAE UMH 250 mulcher, coupled to a Valtra T191H, shreds old stumps effortlessly.

Solving a nutty problem

Harvesting macadamias and other nuts is costly in SA. New equipment could soon change this, says Joe Spencer.

Horsch Pronto DC: farming without a plough

The new 12m Horsch Pronto DC is the largest cultivating disc drill in the UK.

CLAAS action

A range of products was recently demonstrated at the Weston Agricultural College.

Making hay in Balfour

Tractors, mowers, balers and new baling technology were on display at the annual Balfour haymaking equipment day in Mpumalanga.

Back to seat-of-the-pants flying

The escalating costs associated with all forms of flying in South Africa has inspired veteran microlight pilot and instructor, Craig Couzens, to design the Nanolite Bumblebee.

New Holland: Saving the planet

With its environmentally friendly technology, New Holland helps farmers do more with less.

Power ploughing

The KZN provincial heat for South Africa’s national ploughing championships was held recently at Weston Agricultural College.

The Plus factor: Amazone Catros+

It’s easy to become a dedicated convert to the Amazone Catros+, says one farmer: just test it.

The Prado gets a facelift

Top engineering and performance come at a cost – and not only a financial one! After test-driving the new Prado, Chris Nel finds himself admiring its technology, but questioning its...