Joe Spencer
New from Desmond Equipment
Local manufacturer, Desmond Equipment, based in Port Shepstone, KZN, recently added two new machines to its Dezzi range. In the meantime, demand for its haulage tractors continues unabated.
Finding the right implement to match your tractor
Looking for implements for a smaller tractor? Joe Spencer discusses a number of options.
Harvesters, sprayers, planters at Vegetable Farmers Day
Exhibitors at the National Vegetable Farmers’ Day near Bapsfontein, Ekurhuleni, displayed harvesters, sprayers and planters.
No-till and min-till operations at Vegetable Farmers Day
Jose Rebelo, of the Rebelo Agricultural Machinery Group, and his team, followed up last year’s successful Vegetable Farmers’ Day with another stimulating event. Joe Spencer was there.
A right royal display of farming equipment
The Royal Agricultural Society is well-known amongst local farmers for hosting one of the most comprehensive agricultural shows in SA. The 2017 Royal Show was no different, writes Joe Spencer.
Small tractors at the Royal Show
Two manufacturers displayed budget-priced tractors at the Pietermaritzburg Royal Show.
Case IH exhibits its best
Kyalami was recently the venue for a grand Case IH birthday event, with the launch of several new tractors and a combine harvester, as well as an imposing product line-up.
Vermeer comes to Africa
This US company introduced a wide range of its products at this year's Nampo Expo in Bothaville in the Free State.
Farmers give Kubota high praise
Three commercial farmers tell Joe Spencer why Kubota products check all the right boxes.
Meet the mighty John Deere 8400R!
This new record-breaking John Deere tractor made its first appearance in the UK at the recent Cereals Event at Boothby Graffoe in Lincolnshire.
Big agricultural machines at Nampo 2017
The size of agricultural machines continues to increase, and there were plenty of impressive machines at this year’s show, says Joe Spencer.
Valtra A-series: SIMA Machine of the Year 2017
It is predicted that the new Valtra A4 series will be even more popular than the A3, says Joe Spencer.
New Fendt line-up at Nampo
Four tractors from the high-tech Fendt brand were introduced to the South African market at Nampo. Joe Spencer reports.
Gator sales surge ahead
John Deere has built a larger Gator factory to cope with the demand for this tough all-terrain vehicle. Joe Spencer reports.
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175 years of Case IH
The celebrations have commenced at the brand’s global headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin, US, says Joe Spencer.
Quiet, cost-effective Avant loaders
Avant’s battery-powered loaders are ideal for indoor use where ventilation is limited. They can work at full power without
exposing the operators and their co-workers to dangerous exhaust emissions, says Joe Spencer.
The powerful McCormick X8 VT Drive
The McCormick X8 VT Drive is the most powerful tractor ever built by this manufacturer. Joe Spencer reports on its launch at LAMMA, the UK’s premier agricultural machinery show.
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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.
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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.
Tanzania hosts Commercial Farm Africa summit
The 5th Commercial Farm Africa summit in Tanzania brought together industry professionals from all over the continent to share insights into transforming Africa’s agricultural value chain.
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