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RKW ProAgri’s Polydress O² barrier

The Polydress O2 Barrier 2-in-1 uniquely combines polyethylene silage film and polyamide underlay film to create an oxygen barrier that has been improved, it is claimed, by a factor of...

Cobra Interceptor sprayer

The futuristic new Cobra Interceptor sprayer was launched at the recent EIMA Show in Bologna, Italy. Joe Spencer reports.

New MF series on the way

Massey Ferguson’s all-new 5600 tractor series was launched at the recent EIMA Show, in Bologna, Italy. Joe Spencer reports.

New balers boost performance

A radical redesign and some innovative features characterise Case IH’s new large square balers. Joe Spencer reports.

Phytases: unlocking the benefits of phosphorus

Phosphorus is a vital nutrient in livestock production, but what is the best source? Multi-national animal nutrition company DSM provided answers at EuroTier 2012 in Hanover, Germany.

T4000F series wins another tractor award

New Holland’s T4060F has won the ‘specialised’ category of the prestigious Tractor of the Year 2013 awards. Joe Spencer reports.

Electricity savings: the power is in your hands

Increasing energy costs have cut into many a farmer’s profitability. With more increases from Eskom on the cards, producers need an action plan to cut usage wherever possible. Koos Bouwer,...

Chemicals: the best weapon against slangbos

Prof Hennie Snyman warns that slangbos (also known as bankrupt bush, bankrotbos or vaalbos) is steadily eroding farm values. So the expense of chemical control is well worth it. Roelof...

Money saver goes commercial

A unique oil-fired furnace has been perfected and is now for sale, with quite a number already working in the field. Joe Spencer reports.

Organic & ordinary milk: ‘the same benefits’

US researchers have found that there are no significant differences between organic and conventional milk. Alan Harman reports.

A double cab that means business

Robust and sporty. Packed with features. And keenly priced. That’s GWM’s new 4x2 or 4x4 Steed 5 2.0VGT Double Cab. And at its heart is the gutsy 4D20 turbo diesel...

To anywhere & back, with the Tomcar

Tough, strong and as agile as a klipspringer, the Tomcar is a remarkable vehicle.
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