Hardi Rubicon buyers benefit from negative interest rate
Hardi Australia has set an industry benchmark for its giant Rubicon self-propelled sprayers by offering negative-interest finance on new machines.
Valtra new tractor series unveiled live on the net
A time honoured system of unveiling new tractor releases for the snobbery of dealers and machinery writers has been broken. No longer will “those in the know” hold the trump cards, now buyers will have equal access to valuable launch information following the announcement that Valtra will unveil a new tractor series live online, for […]
Agricultural pesticides playing havoc with prawn flesh quality
Research from Southern Cross University has found agricultural pesticides can have a devastating effect on prawn and oyster growth. The study reveals the importance of managing the potential impacts of pesticide run-off in areas of intensive coastal agriculture. Researchers from the University’s National Marine Science Centre have demonstrated that imidacloprid, a neonicotinoid insecticide, can impact […]
AGCO announces Martin Richenhagen Chairman and CEO succession
It has come as a great surprise to many that AGCO Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Martin Richenhagen is human after all and has announced his retirement effective from 31 December 2020. The contribution made by Martin Richenhagen to AGCO was always considered super-human. He was the driving force that pieced together a mishmash of […]
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 […]