High clearance MF tractors for the US
Massey Ferguson is introducing a high-clearance (HC) utility tractor to meet the needs of specialty crop growers in North America. Source: AFDJ eNews The Massey Ferguson 4610M High-clearance Utility Tractor delivers the crop clearance growers need to care for high-value crops such as berries, broccoli, potatoes, tobacco and many other types of produce without damaging the crop. The […]
DiGiSENSE for Mahindra tractors
Mahindra & Mahindra has introduced DiGiSENSE, a new connected vehicle technology solution for its tractor brand, Arjun Novo. Source: AFDJ eNews This will enhance productivity for farmers using the Arjun Novo and will also provide them with a new ownership experience. DiGiSENSE technology will be available in the 57HP – 605DI-i Arjun Novo. Mahindra becomes […]
iF Design Awarded to Kubota
Kubota has received the prestigious iF Design Award for its M7001 tractor. Source: AFDJ e News Kubota’s M7001 won this award in the Vehicle discipline. The M7001 tractor won over the 58-member jury, made up of independent experts from all over the world, with its high efficiency engine of up to 170 CV. More than […]
European figures for farm machinery are high
The total volume of orders for farm machinery across Europe are as high as they were in 2013, latest figures show. Source: Agriland The farm machinery industry is upbeat about future sales in Europe, according to CEMA, the European agricultural machinery body. In February the general business climate continued to rise sharply, turning into the positive for the first […]
Safer on-road use for oversize machines
There is hope that proposed changes to VicRoads regulations will lead to safer use of oversize agricultural machines on Victorian roads. Source: The Weekly times The rules dictate size limits for agricultural vehicles using the roads, including what type of vehicle and what it was towing, the height, rear overhang and width. But the Tractor and Machinery Association […]
Russians to invade Wimmera Machinery Field Days
For the first time in Australia, a new-model Kirovets 744R articulated tractor will be on show to the public at the Wimmera Machinery Field Days. Source: The Weekly Times The 744R comes in four models, from 300-428hp (221-315kW), and while Russian-built tractors have been sold in Australia before, none bearing this name. The man behind the move is […]
MobileTECH 2017 in Rotorua
In just under two months, Rotorua will again be playing host to nearly 300 industry representatives from the primary industries sector at MobileTECH 2017. Source: AFDJ eNews This is a major industry conference focusing on new technologies and innovations designed and developed for New Zealand’s agricultural, horticultural and forestry industries. The event has been running for […]
Kiwi Duncan seed drills
Farmline Machinery is the regional dealership, covering Waipa, Waikato and King Country for the full range of Duncan Ag Seed Drills, parts and service. Source: New Zealand Herald Product sales manager John Machell says has they have a highly-respected reputation spanning more than 75 years. “Duncan products have tried and true results in seeding and innovation […]
Australia and Vietnam trade review
Dr Khoi Dang, John Dillon Fellow and Director of the Centre for Agriculture Policy, Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development, Vietnam, will present a ‘novel’ and ‘smart’ trade and investment approach to take advantage of the main strengths of Australia and Vietnam. Source: AFDJ eNews Agriculture is a critical component of the […]
Seed Hawk iCon metering system
Precision seeding manufacturer, Seed Hawk, has released a new metering system that will enable its state-of-the-art Seed Hawk iCon air carts to accurately sow between one and 500 kg/ha of seed and fertiliser at speeds of up to 15 km/h. Source: AFDJ eNews iCon carts feature up to eight independent electronic metering systems, individual load cells in each tank and an iPad-based ‘wifi’ control […]