Winter crop production for season 2023-24 has the marginals wanting
It all depended on which side of the invisible cropping line separated dryer than average conditions in the north as compared to good results in the southern cropping regions Growers had nothing to complain about for the past three winter cropping seasons with consecutive years of record crop production but as dryer conditions from a […]
Midwest LEGACY front expected to be a best seller for harvest 2024
In an exclusive reveal AFDJ can advise the highly anticipated LEGACY draper front developed by Midwest Fabrication will be delivered in time for the next Winter harvest After extensive testing, internationally recognised local manufacturing company Midwest Fabrication is releasing the LEGACY draper platform range with the most innovative design ever offered in time for the […]
Tatu speed disc combats weeds and prepares a seedbed in a single pass
With every grower seeking improved crop yields the Tatu speed disk has been positioned to knock out weeds and improve nutrient management The Tatu speed disc has struck a chord with growers concentrating on achieving better yields through smarter soil management. And as part of the approach, it means cutting back on weeds from the […]
AGI next generation swingaway augers ideal fit for winter harvest
AGI with the widest range of grain handling equipment and storage options offers a timely reminder of how a weak link in the chain can disrupt your harvest Your grain handling, transport and storage chain at harvest is only as strong as its weakest link, and if one link breaks, you’ve got a problem according […]
Brandt Industries expands its product range and growers are set to benefit
Brandt Agricultural Products include a full line of Grain augers, Belt conveyors, Chaser bins as well as Grain vacs and bagging unloading equipment designed to deliver value Brandt’s agricultural product lines include a full arsenal of grain handling and bagging equipment. From their expertise in grain harvesting, the company has also developed a high-speed disc […]
John Deere 5ML tractor and GUSS semi-autonomous sprayer showcase reveal
High Value Showcase unveils the John Deere 5ML tractor for orchards and vineyards along with GUSS semi-autonomous sprayer John Deere has answered the call from high value crop (HVC) growers seeking more technology from efficiency gains, by staging the first field day to unveil the 5ML tractor ideal for orchards and vineyards. Also, part of […]
Winter crop harvest expected near five year average with price benefits
While the forecast for overall production is down due to crop failure in several marginal regions the price outlook is on the up After three consecutive record and near record breaking harvests, grain and oilseed production is set to return to more modest totals for the current season as drier growing conditions ‘hit home’ according […]
Winter crop harvest under an El Niño cloud is hurting the marginals
Growers in marginal country with harvest underway due to dry conditions have now accepted a reduced winter crop is their best outcome With an El Niño now officially confirmed by The Bureau, this has become a two-tier season where marginal cropping areas affected by the dry conditions will face a reduced winter crop harvest, while […]
John Deere combine harvesters now armed with easy headland turn advantage
Operators of John Deere combine harvesters will be able to let the equipment do the work this season with Turn Automation inclusion The launch of John Deere’s most current round of software updates for Gen 4 Displays and John Deere Operations CenterTM has come at an ideal time for combine harvest operators to get more from […]
Cotton growers are sitting on an untapped goldmine and ready for expansion
With increased demand for cotton in southern hemisphere markets local growers are set to capitalise on increased prices There are some positive signs for the 2024 Australian cotton crop with global demand increasing while major competitors are facing crop shortfalls due to seasonal conditions, creating a market gap local growers are ready to fill. On […]