New Holland T7 Methane Power CNG tractor starts factory production
Biogas as a power source for farms has become a reality with the release of New Holland’s T7.270 Methane Power CNG tractor across Europe Catch up on the progress of biogas as a main power source for farms, as New Holland launches the T7.270 Methane Power CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) tractor down the production line. […]
Nokian smart tyre technology is the ideal load sensing assistant
Nokian Tyres wins prestigious Innovation Award for next-generation smart tyre technology Intuitu 2.0 Smart Pressure Assistant Nokian Tyres Intuitu 2.0 Smart Pressure Assistant developed for Nokian Tyres Soil King VF tyres is next generation smart tyre technology for automatic load-sensing. The innovation uses tyre sensors to determine the axle load during driving and suggests the […]
John Deere Grease Oil and Lubricants add to contractors success
After 250,000 hours this farmer contractor proved the value for money savings in running costs using John Deere lubricants and oil Farmer and contractor, Richard Stecher, admits grease, oil and coolants are seldom seen as the ‘star of the show’ but is adamant that high-quality lubricants are integral to the success of his diversified agricultural […]
000 service outage prompts Nationals to call for Universal Service Obligation reform for mobile phone coverage
Leader of The Nationals David Littleproud is reiterating calls to reform the Universal Service Obligation (USO), following another major mobile phone outage. Mr Littleproud said the latest Optus outage showed the vulnerability of the 000 service if a mobile phone tower goes down and the service does not divert to another provider’s tower. “In regional […]
CPA Australia implies final Budget outcome masks structural tax problems
Today’s Final Budget Outcome 2024-25 shows Australia’s fiscal position has improved compared with earlier forecasts. However, the largest accounting body, CPA Australia, remains concerned over the nation’s over-reliance on a shrinking pool of taxpayers and persistent expected deficits over the next decade. The figures show that the $10 billion underlying cash deficit is less than […]
New Holland adds Electro Command transmission to PowerStar Series
The PowerStar tractor Series from New Holland grows with the addition of two electro command models that offer high utility power levels In a year of many advancements in the new Holland PowerStar tractor Series, the lineup is making another significant step by unveiling two models loaded with the all-new PowerStar Electro Command transmission. Already […]
Case IH Optum tractors take the lead with a 3 metre width option
Case IH Optum tractors now have added appeal to Controlled Traffic Farming with the factory build option of a 3 metre centre This factory-supported set-up allows Optum tractors to seamlessly integrate into fixed tramline systems, helping reduce soil compaction, improve water infiltration, and increase long-term productivity with full factory warranty support. It’s a move that […]
Cry of the Koala bush ballad is about saving a species
Singer songwriter Andy Penkow has turned his attention to saving more Koalas and stabilising their existence in conjunction with the Australian Koala Foundation Four-time CMAA Golden Guitar nominee Andy Penkow has dedicated his powerful single, Cry of the Koala, in honour of saving Koala’s in a heartfelt tribute to one of our most beloved yet endangered native animals. […]
Chicken meat industry reports interim findings and asks for further submissions
A report released today advises the interim findings of a review of the chicken meat industry with the purpose of seeking feedback before the report finalises its recommendations to the Australian Government. The review’s interim report follows extensive consultation undertaken with the chicken meat industry between April and August 2025. Consultation has included integrated producers […]
Steiger 785 Quadtrac special edition tractor evokes blast from past
Case IH has been quick to unveil a special edition Steiger 785 Quadtrac that was only launched worldwide in the US last month in a very distinctive colour Rather than the customary Case IH red, a special edition Steiger 785 Quadtrac has been painted lime green in a nod to the original colour of the […]