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After several years of rapid growth, with a record turnover of 7,0 BSEK (611 Euros) in FY23, FY24 proved to be a much more difficult year. Several external factors, such as high interest rates, lower grain prices and deferred investment aid in many key markets have put pressure on many farmers over the past year and sign...

The F-Trac tool carrier is said to be ideal for tasks including hoeing, mowing, spraying, fertilizer spreading and precision drilling.Made by Dutch engineering company WDM, mounting the 60hp Stage V Kubota diesel to the rear of the 3.2t prototype provides the operator with an unobstructed view out through the front of th...

With the introduction of the Series 6, Zetor returns to its roots when tractors were categorized by numerical series. Chronologically arranged numerical model series linked to engine performance ensure a clear categorization system, making it easier for farmers to identify the most suitable machine for their needs.

Zetor is close to launching its eagerly awaited 6 series tractors, a 131-171hp four-pot range to replace the Forterra HD (130, 140 and 150) and Crystal HD 170. The Czech manufacturer also confirms it is developing a 200hp+ range.The impending arrival of the new 6 was first announced on the company’s Facebook page in Oc...

At World FIRA, New Holland will display one of its innovation projects currently under development, namely Advanced Vision Assisted Guidance for specialty tractors.

Currently in its testing phase, the system uses LiDAR vision technology combined with simultaneous localization and mapping algorithms (in place of GPS...

The mounting kit of the integrated VSS Agro furrow press packer system, with its different levels of equipment, is compatible with both the Teres 300 and Teres 300 V models, if not fitted with hydraulic overload protection. The packer also fits to the Cayros XMS with 3 or 4 furrows, likewise without hydraulic overload pr...

The new exterior styling is not the only change to the Vervaet Q-616 beet harvester for the coming season. The Claas X11 cab is also new and there are several other updates.These include the updated lifter frame, which is said to improve efficiency and precision during harvesting, resulting in fewer losses and a cleaner ...

Kuhn is in the process of adding a third family member to its expanding portfolio of mechanical hoes. The Starliner rotary hoe joins the Rowliner and Tineliner launched at Agritechnica 2023.The result of an agreement with Einböck, for which Kuhn has given its own specifications, the Starliner is suitable for winter and ...

For decades, mowing with a cutter bar was the standard. Cyclo mowers, however, consist of drums along which knives rotate. The big advantage is that they deliver a good swath and are low-maintenance, even in tough conditions.

This turned out to be a successful concept. For more than 60 years, PZ drum mowers have pr...

Amazone Teres and Cayros ploughs are now available with an integrated furrow press packer system from Dutch company VSS Machinebouw.The mounting kit, which is even painted in Amazone colours, is compatible with both the Teres 300, Teres 300V and 3-4-furrow models of the Cayros XMS, providing they do not have hydraulic ov...

Massey Ferguson is preparing to open a new customer experience centre. Called Agrispace, it is located at the tractor plant in Beauvais, France.The 2,800m² facility includes a showroom, auditorium, merchandise shop, conference centre, meeting rooms, restaurant (120 seats) and museum depicting the brand’s 175+ years. ...

German trailer manufacturer Krampe has acquired all the production rights and service and spare parts business for Kaweco Radium silage trailers.Kaweco will continue to take care of service and spare parts business for existing trailers for the remainder of this year. From 2026 onwards, this will be handled by Krampe. ...

Another new name to LAMMA, BeTec was showing off its range of slurry application kit, shear-grabs, clamp compactors and bale-unrollers.The Slovenian company has a vast array of boom applicators including dribble-bars, trailing shoes and disc injectors that span 4.0m to 36m working widths and are fitted with its own in-ho...

Best known for its heavy drum grassland aerators, AerWorx had a direct drill on display at LAMMA.Pithily tagged the ‘Viper’, the Turkish built box-drill employs 21 double-disc openers to work straight into grassland or stubbles at 12.5cm row spacings. With both spring and hydraulic downforce adjustment we’re told i...

Dutch dairy equipment specialist had a novel mobile out-of-parlour feeder on display at LAMMA. Designed specifically for grazing herds, the unit uses EID collars or eartags to identify individual animals as they enter and dispense a given quantity of concentrate feed accordingly. The firm says there are big benefits to r...

Aside from being used for weed control, GST’s Biostar roller hoe has couple of other tricks up its sleeve. Equipped with the company’s own 400-litre seeder unit or a front-mounted tank of up to 4,000-litres, the machine can be used to sow cover-crops or apply starter fertiliser to emerging crops. Simple slot-in latch...

JCB is to restructure the distribution of its agricultural products in Ireland with the appointment of a network of new dealers. The appointments will take effect from February 1st, 2025, and will strengthen the company’s presence in the Irish agricultural market.Announced at this week’s LAMMA 2025, the new distribut...

The showpiece on the Opico stand is a black and gold 6.0m grass harrow and seeder. The limited-edition paintwork marks a three-decade long partnership with Austrian manufacturer, Hatzenbichler.Introduced by Opico to the UK market in 1994, Hatzenbichler comb harrows were originally sold into the organic and arable markets...

Ascenso is an off-highway tyre brand owned and promoted by Mahansaria Tyres Private Limited (MTPL), created by the Mahansaria Family more than three decades ago.  The Edge Green certification of their plant in Panoli, is a primary innovation of the World Bank Group to promote sustainable buildings worldwide.

"Pano...

"The new John Deere high-speed disk series was designed with farmer input," said Michael Porter, John Deere go-to-market manager for tillage equipment. "Field preparation is a critical part of the production system and providing an opportunity for farmers to get the work done in a minimal amount of time is critical durin...

Taking centre stage on the Dalbo UK stand at LAMMA today is a new 3.0m subsoiler. There is also a new 5.0m PowerChain.The model on the stand is a three-leg version with an HD rear packer and the leading disc option. Fitted with winged or low disturbance points, the frame is available with two, three or five legs (all hyd...

As part of the site, AGCO"s approximately "17 million low-emission, sustainable facility will primarily serve Europe and the Middle East (EME) and be the "Master Depot" for supplying parts into North America, South America and Asia Pacific from Europe.

The new logistics platform is intended to be operational by the...

JCB has announced a plethora of new models including a preview of the TM110 small tele loader which has been developed in just 18 months at the behest of Lord Bamford. The new addition will get its official unveil at LAMMA tomorrow but here are some of the key stats.Rather than reinvent the wheel so to speak, the enginee...

The company’s designers placed great emphasis on accuracy, as farmers expect economical solutions in terms of fuel consumption, spray and fertiliser output. This turned out well and as a result, the company’s turnover doubled almost every year. This success has encouraged the developers not only to keep the concept, ...

Kubota, Case IH, Fendt and Massey Ferguson will all have new tractors on the stand at this week’s LAMMA 2025.Kubota will launch its M7004 tractor series to mark a decade of the M7 tractor lineup. Powered by a proven 6.1l, four-cylinder Kubota engine producing 130-175hp, the three-model M7004 series offers a choice of t...