T-L Irrigation GPS Navigation Linear System
T-L Irrigation, exclusive manufacturer of hydrostatically powered pivot irrigation systems, has introduced its GPS Navigation Linear System. Source: AFDJ eNews The GPS Navigation Linear System is the ultimate in design simplicity featuring Real Time Kinematic (RTK) sub-inch accuracy, the package includes the base station, eliminating the need for a subscription. The system tracks multiple constellations […]
Easy fertilizer spreader
As an innovation for Amazone’s ZA-V fertiliser spreader product line now offers the EasySet operating system. This new, in-cab terminal allows the specific, simple and comfortable actuation of all the basic functions of the spreader which are all electrically adjusted and actuated via the new machine-specific in-cab terminal. Source: AFDJ eNews As on all ZA-V […]
Right to Repair
Farmers are pushing back against legislation in the US that prevents them from fixing their own equipment. If successful, it will be a huge victory for consumers. Source: Motherboard A major national group has adopted a policy to fight for the right to repair electronics, but it might not be the one you’d expect: farmers. […]
Ruralco alliance with PrecisionHawk
One of the world’s biggest providers of commercial drones and drone data platforms wants to help change Australian regulations so farmers can fly drones over bigger distances on rural properties and capture a wider range of data to cuts costs and lift yields as part of an alliance with farm services group Ruralco. Source: The […]
NZ tractor patrol
The New Zealand Police tractor has arrived in Invercargill and will be attending local A&P Shows in the Southland Area this January and February. Source: AFDJ eNews Senior Sergeant Cynthia Fairley says the tractor was popular with the big kids and the little kids when it was here earlier this year for the Southern Field […]
JCB new Agri Pro Loadalls with dual technology
JCB Construction Equipment Australia has launched its new Agri Pro Loadalls that combine Hydrostatic and Powershift drive systems to deliver Australia’s first and only 2-in-1 dual technology transmission (DualTechVT). Source: AFDJ eNews The new 531-70 and 541-70 are the two Agri Pro Loadalls landing in Australia, bringing a new technology to the Australian agricultural machinery […]
Farm World is 50
Farm World is celebrating 50 years this year and its conference called “Collaborate to Innovate” should resonate with the Young Farmers and SPAA. Source: AFDJ eNews In 2017, Lardner Park celebrates 50 years of hosting Farm World and it will be on from 30 March to 2 April. This event is widely regarded as one […]
Yanmar expands YH series with new single phase models
The Yanmar YH series of diesel-powered commercial and industrial three-phase generators now has five new single-phase four-pole (1500rpm) models, ideal for a wider range of settings, including residential. Source: AFJD eNews Like the three-phase YH series counterparts, the new single phase four-pole YH series generator sets feature fuel-efficient Yanmar engines manufactured in Japan. The generators […]
Reflections from the Australian National Field Days
From the delights of an air-conditioned cab to the mind-blowing advancements of tractors that steer themselves, On-Trac Ag’s Warwick Westcott has seen big changes in his industry over the 30 years he has been attending Orange’s Australian National Field Days (ANFD). Source: The Land And, says Mr Westcott, he has also seen some big changes […]
Manutec sows the seeds for a wider range
The Manutec range of aftermarket press wheels now has specialised press wheel parts available for a large range of imported and Australian made seeding equipment. Source: AFDJ eNews One of this season’s additions is a wider tyre for DBS machines designed to allow farmers to take full advantage of the new generation of paired row […]