Bourgault 7000X is an Aussie specific build
Since Bourgault’s 7000X airseeder range was launched two years ago it has been steadily making a strong impact with large scale grain growers. Bourgault X Series models were created specifically in response to requests from Australian farmers such as a different tank configuration to the standard North American 7000 series range. The local tank design […]
Henty Machinery Field days moving ahead with September event
The Henty Machinery Field Days will be held on September 22 to 24 in 2020 and showcases around $120 million worth of machinery and goods on-site. Greater Hume Council sponsors the Best Australian Designed and Manufactured Machine, presented on Thursday, September 24. Last year this was won by a southern NSW designed and manufactured CRF […]
CRT FarmFest has strong interest in rescheduled event in 2020
Expect a thronging crowd of over 60,000 for the giant CRT FarmFest primary industry event held just outside Toowoomba Qld over three days from Tuesday to Thursday 13, 14 and 15 October 2020 Farmfest has been traditionally held in June each year, since 1975, but due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent government restrictions […]
Trelleborg TM1000 ProgressiveTraction tyre wins another award
Trelleborg has been picking up awards across the northern hemisphere for its TM1000 ProgressiveTraction tyre. Now Trelleborg Wheel Systems has been awarded the prize for “Best Agricultural Tyre” at the Hevea Tyre Industry Awards 2019. The event was held at the North Convention Centre of the Madrid Fair Institution (IFEMA) in Madrid Spain, on 9 […]
CNH Industrial completes ATI Track System purchase
CNH Industrial (CNHI) has completed its purchase of ATI Inc. an Indiana-based US manufacturer of rubber track systems for high-power tractors and combines. This provides New Holland customers with access to factory-fit industry leading track technology. It extends the available of the range and enabling New Holland to tailor their choice based on their specific […]
BKT flotation tyres for trailers
A handy innovation from tyre manufacturer BKT is a line of specialty flotation tyres designed for use with agricultural trailers of all kinds. Designed for combined road and paddock usage, the tyres provide minimum impact on the land while also offering stability for heavy loads at transport speeds. First up in the range is the […]
GSI Flatpack Silos offer big cost savings for on-farm grain and feed storage
It’s probably the best deal growers are going to get this season, GSI has released a range of Flatpack hopper silos that will save a lot of time in construction, and very importantly cost. Silos currently available for immediate delivery include GSI flat pack hopper silos ranging in diameter from 2.7 to 6.4m (9 to […]
Instant asset write-off tax breaks get farmers into buying mode
Immediate write-offs up to $150,000 sets the mood for a spending spree not seen since the global financial crisis (GFC) downturn back in 2009 from the Rudd goverment’s $42 billion stimulus package The instant Asset write offs and Accelerated depreciation deductions now on offer are far more generous than the previous GFC tax breaks in […]
Continental wins OEM tyre deal with John Deere
Following a comprehensive audit of its Portuguese manufacturing plant, Continental has inked a partnership deal with John Deere to supply its Tractor 70 and Tractor 85 tyres for the John Deere 6MC, 6RC, 6M and 6R mid-sized tractor ranges. The OE approval provides for 30 different sizes of Continental’s agricultural tyres to be aufitted to […]
Titan Australia will keep all Tyre and wheel branches operating
To support the nation’s agriculture, mining and transport sectors, Titan Australia has advised its facilities will maintain normal operations in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. Titan Australia, a leading manufacturer and supplier of Titan tyres, wheels and axles is committed to keeping its Australian manufacturing and service facilities operating as normal. The […]