Briggs & Stratton unsecured creditors seek new plan
The Briggs & Stratton sell off is affecting many more people than you would expect. Including former executives, that in may cases left the company well beyond recent memory. Many of these executives it seems still draw a hefty premium for the efforts they put in several decades ago. These former executives belong to an […]
Jadan one-person hay handling and stacking solutions
Based in Cowra, NSW, Jadan Enterprises specialises in equipment solutions designed to make it easy for a single operator and tractor to collect, stack and transport hay. Jadan’s bale stacker range includes popular models for farmers, contractors, produce stores and horse studs. From the time Jadan started out in 1990, the firm has grown from […]
Briggs and Stratton files for bankruptcy protection
One of the greatest small engine makers of all time, Briggs and Stratton has filed for court protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. With a us$6.7 million interest repayment not met on time, it became clear the company could not continue business under its present structure and shareholding. However, this filing does […]
Davimac Group increases demand for Aussie-built models
Davimac Group has been working hard to build its Australian dealership network to sell and support its range of Australian-built farm implements. Millions of Australian businesses have seen their employees spend the last few months gearing up home offices, learning to use video-conferencing software, and not ironing their shirts. But for the 89,400 Australian agricultural […]
Manutec expands Aussie Made parts and components
Putting its faith in the growing local demand for more accurate planting components and replacement parts, Manutec has increased its CNC machining capability and taken on two additional apprentices to assist with the growth. In addition to doubling product output this latest plant machinery extension will also provide for the production of part sizes up […]
Agsafe drumMUSTER recycling program enjoys continued success
For years, farmers and other AgVet chemical users had few options for disposing of used containers. Consequently, they were dumped, buried, or burnt. Times have changed and growers and other users are aware of the potential uses of recyclable plastics, plus most QA food safety programs require growers demonstrate their commitment to environmental safety. Enter […]
Morris Industries given a fresh start by Rite Way Mfg
Rite Way Mfg based in Canada has emerged as the owner of Morris Industries and has taken control of Morris’ well-known seeding, tillage and hay product model lines. This was always going to be a big deal, with consideration of 134 Morris employees to care for, along with manufacturing plants and existing inventory to fix […]
Agriculture outlook dominated by recovery from drought
The latest forecast from Agricultural experts identifies the recovery from drought as dominating the very positive near-term outlook for higher farm incomes. Even the COVID-19 pandemic that has presented its own challenges has been brushed off in a flurry that has seen dusty old planters heading for cropping paddocks. Better seasonal conditions are expected to […]
Agriculture drags down Kubota results
Kubota’s reported first quarter results show an 8.6 per cent revenue decline on the same period last year to AU$6.3 billion. Domestically this drop was mainly attributed to decreased sales of farm equipment but on overseas markets sales of construction machinery, tractors and engines all fell. Overall, company operating profits took a very substantial 42.4 per […]
First quarter AGCO sales take a small hit
Massey Ferguson, Fendt and Valtra manufacturer, AGCO, has booked first quarter sales worth AU$2.95 billion, a decrease of approximately 3.4 per cent compared to the first quarter of 2019. The company’s production operations in China and Europe were both adversely hit by the COVID-19 pandemic but North America proved to be resilient with production levels […]