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John Deere provides more farmers with reliable stationary power and versatility

Power Equipment is currently offering the full range of John Deere irrigation ready power packs to get your operation working faster John Deere’s reputation across the globe needs no introduction, and their extensive range of

Finalists announced for Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards

Three outstanding irrigation farmers have been selected from a competitive field of entrants in this year’s competition

Power Equipment is the leading power source

Power Equipment offers the top-name pump and power models including John Deere and Yanmar and backs it up with great service and aftersales technical support No matter what segment you operate in, what you harvest,

CHT Australia says to give gypsum a break and finally put the water where you want it

For the times you need something different to ensure your soil profile is achieving the growth required CHT Australia has the solution with Aqua-Sil For growers that have tried all the prescribed solutions, but still

Flexidrag® an Australian Made quality hose for irrigation you can trust

Crusader Hose has invested heavily in technology and factory upgrades to supply a world-class irrigation hose that stands up to the rigours of our local conditions With over 30 years experience manufacturing layflat for irrigation,

Zimmatic ANZ offers Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards to the best irrigators

To be part of the award any irrigators can enter themselves while industry agronomists, neighbours and organisations can also nominate a local irrigator with winners to share around AUD$25,000 worth of prizes The Zimmatic Trailblazer

Crusader Hose has Flexidrag hose ready for immediate dispatch

Plan your next crop with Flexidrag® and order now to ensure delivery from Crusader Hose The strong performance by farmers during the 2021-22 season to deliver a record $81 billion of value from grain crops

IrrigationBox currently has a full range of DuCaR and Casella products available

IrrigationBox is now the first stop destination for a wide range of irrigation equipment with many of the products featured in their current catalogue For the latest release range of irrigation sprinklers, along with soft

Crusader Hose is now the premium supplier of irrigation hose

Currently the most sought after irrigation hose is made by local manufacturer Crusader Hose and is readily available through dealers Australian manufacturer Crusader Hose has a long history of supplying layflat hose to irrigation hose

CHT Australia can greatly improve soil structure through smart water harvesting

Recent tests show that adding product to improve soil works better with mineral coated carbon particles as that provides a platform for long-acting slow release NPK fertilisers and soil ameliorants CHT Australia, part of the

IrrigationBox has everything you want in their Product Catalogue

If you have been searching for a one-stop irrigation supply specialist, you have found it with IrrigationBox – take a look through their product catalogue IrrigationBox has the largest range of agricultural irrigation sprinklers –

Power Equipment offers top badges to power your world

Family owned company Power Equipment has been operating for over 30 years delivering diesel power solutions to Australian customers and 10 years of operation in New Zealand No matter what industry segment you operate in,

Flexidrag® is now the premium drag hose for your broadacre irrigation

The fact that Flexidrag® irrigation hose is Australian made is part of the reason this brand is being propelled as the new force in irrigation Now enjoying its second Spring season, Crusader Hose is dedicated

Grundfos introduce a groundwater pump controller to advance smart agriculture

A pump industry-first, the controller offers full control over submersible borehole pumps for irrigation and agricultural water transfer Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology has now released the LC232 Controllerinto

Satellite images reveal a cost effective and quick way to find groundwater

In the driest state in the driest continent a way has been found to find scarce water resources that are sitting in previous unknown crevices across South Australia Now, thanks to UniSA researcher Dr Alaa

WiSA offers automated flood irrigation at its best

WiSA customers have the added advantage of dealing with one of the longest running farm automation companies in irrigation WiSA has developed specific solutions for flood irrigators with proven success. The solutions available now allows

Groundwater is set to play a bigger part in irrigation

But first we have to address a growing shortage of qualified groundwater scientists and engineers Our future growth is closely aligned to good resources management, and water is top of the list. The demand is

Horticulture leads smart water consumption race

Smart usage of water from current irrigation practises has elevated the Horticulture industry toward a farmgate value of a record $12.4 billion in 2021–22 Irrigation for horticulture to grow fruit and vegetables (excluding grapes) has

BKT develop the perfect irrigation pivot tyre

Correct soil moisture and having the right tyres on your pivot is more important than you may think With the arrival of the hottest months of the year, checking crops along with soil and paddock

Grundfos SQFlex submersible pumps adds solar energy for more sustainable power

The extended range of Grundfos solar submersible pumps provides a reliable water supply for stock and irrigation Grundfos has added the SQFlex Large as an extension of its long-standing SQFlex Solar Powered Submersible Pump Range.

Woodchip bioreactors will help farmers reduce fertiliser pollution in waterways

Prototype woodchip bioreactors may reduce nitrogen pollution entering nearby waterways by as much as 85% in the right conditions, according to recent studies Woodchip bioreactors are used around the world, primarily to treat subsurface water

Monsoon Irrigators are taking orders now for the coming season

For a new irrigator or vital parts and components Monsoon Irrigators are ready now through its Australian wide dealer network Monsoon Irrigators Australia is a 100% Australia owned company that specialises in the manufacture and

Aussie technology uses physics to turn bad water into good water

Growers are applying a unique water treatment process founded in South Australia to reinvigorate tainted water into use for irrigation and livestock One of the biggest challenges most Australian farmers face is water. At times,

Tasmanian Tranche Three irrigation projects move ahead

Growers in Tasmania are about to benefit from high increases in land value as an additional 80,000 megalitres of high-surety water will be pumped into paddocks It’s all been made possible through five additional irrigation

Power Systems Australia are generator specialists

No matter what style or size of generator your operation requires, Power Systems can supply the perfect model for your needs

IB International have the sprinklers, couplings and fittings you need

If you are looking for irrigation sprinklers and couplings check the extensive range at IB International – where irrigation knowledge meets supply

Hydrosmart physical water conditioning system turns previous unuseable water into liquid gold

It’s the solution you have looking for to turn hard water into a valuable asset as Hydrosmart softens and removes old mineralised calcium, iron, and magnesium scale build up Hydrosmart has been manufacturing in Adelaide

GoRain and GoTank are ideal to monitor water levels remotely

Two Australian companies Myriota and Goanna Ag have joined forces to launch GoRain and GoTank monitoring devices that will allow farmers to monitor water holdings remotely

Power Equipment celebrates 30 years in the diesel power business

Family-owned company Power Equipment this year celebrated 30 successful years of delivering diesel power solutions to Australian customers, and 10 years of operation in New Zealand Power Equipment started from humble beginnings as an undercapitalised

Southern Forest Irrigation Scheme won’t work says former Director General

Kim Taylor is the former Director General of the Department of Water in Western Australia and gives his reasons why he believes the scheme will fail According to Kim Taylor there is not enough water

Australia Indian water centre formed to tackle niggling water challenges

A consortium of research institutions in Australia and India have combine to find solutions for irrigation issues Ongoing water issues is exactly what has bought nine Australian and 15 Indian research institutions together, including The

Irrigation that limits water usage comes out on top

It was a welcome result to find that recycled wastewater outperformed groundwater and in addition produced better results when it came to growing tomatoes in a hothouse

KY General Engineering irrigation pumps

Take a look at the locally manufactured self-priming centrifugal pumps for irrigation and general agricultural applications from KY pumps

Farmbot remote water monitoring technology

Farmbot releases improved remote water monitoring technology

Farmbot remote monitoring water technology is designed to give farm owners and managers a real time overview of water use and water sources across their properties.

LK Diesel offers full complement of engines, pumps and gen sets

LK Diesel provides an equipment design and build service for agricultural and industrial applications LK Diesel has built a strong reputation on its expertise in repairing and overhauling industrial and commercial diesel engines but as

CSIRO and Goanna Ag combine to maximise irrigation water use

Irrigation water is a precious resource and ensuring the efficiency of its use is crucial to successful crop production. A partnership between Australia’s national science agency CSIRO and local agricultural technology company Goanna Ag will

Power Equipment dedicated to performance

Your power source is an essential component in the continued productivity of your business. Be it within agriculture, irrigation, construction or other commercial sectors. Power Equipment has thirty years of experience supplying diesel power sources

Sustainable irrigation pumping solutions

With optimising water and energy use critical concerns for irrigators, innovations in pumping technology are welcome developments in the sector. Increasing adoption is also bringing prices down, allowing more operations to access technologies like variable

Zimmatic 9520 pivoting lateral is cost effective

The recently released Zimmatic 9520 combines the advantages of a pivot and lateral system. It can easily handle offset and adjacent paddocks with its pivoting function. For many growers the Zimmatic 9520 pivoting lateral will

Trailco travelling irrigators are the most reliable

Trailco Irrigation (Aust.) is a Queensland based manufacturer that is proud to be both Australian and family owned. The company has been active in the manufacture and design of conventional three valve (main, pilot and

Power Equipment Yanmar irrigation packs and John Deere industrial engines

This year, Power Equipment celebrates their 30th Anniversary of supplying engines, generators and irrigation solutions to Australian industry and agricultural sectors. Over this period the range has evolved in line with technology and industry demands

Franklin Electric reduces irrigation costs with solar pumps

Irrigated agriculture is big business in Australia, it produces more than 20% of the total value of Australian agricultural production. Traditionally, irrigation pumps are powered by diesel or electrical energy supplied from the grid. However,

KY General Engineering irrigation pumps built locally

KY General Engineering provides a self-priming centrifugal pump that is ideal for any agricultural application including irrigation and effluent removal or dewatering applications. These include engine driven and PTO drive pumps. And a unique aspect

IB Irrigation has who and how global knowledge

Ian Baines, Director of IB International is a hands on irrigation man who has been in the Australian irrigation industry for over twenty-five years, assisting reliable smart dealers and their customers – just like you.

Sentek can give growers complete insight into soil

Sentek soil moisture probes have proven compatible with most brands of controllers and data logging systems

Goldacres trailed sprayers cover all base

Goldacres is proud to be a wholly Australian owned and operated business and now uses the Australian Made logo to reflect that status. As a local industry-leading manufacturer of spraying equipment, Goldacres is driven by

Sonic Boomsprays of WA are large scale specialists

With Sonic it’s all about the build quality and massive volume. Sonic Boomsprays is based in the wheatbelt town of Narembeen in the grain growing districts of central WA. The company has more than two

John Deere industrial engine keep irrigators pumped up

Irrigation is the lifeblood of many Australian farms, and a John Deere engine is often the heart that pumps that life-giving water. John Deere diesel engines are designed to deliver high-output performance and reliability to

Easy Cleaner boosts trough hygiene

The award-winning Speedy Trough Cleaner from German pig equipment manufacturer Meier-Brakenberg is designed to wash feed troughs quickly, thoroughly and conveniently. By making it easy to remove feed residues and stray manure from troughs, the

SWAN Systems offers efficient Weatherwise Watering

SWAN Systems is now able to provide growers with local weather forecasts and data-based insights that enables accurate rate irrigation and nutrient application decisions. Taken together, this service information enables resources to be used to

Bushmans water tanks are now first choice

Bushmans provide a variety of water tanks for storage in homes, around the farm or rural businesses. Choose from their full range of poly water tanks, slimline water tanks, and popular range of Aqualine steel

Davey Monsoon IQ pump controller offers full control

Getting irrigation levels right is an essential part of any vineyard operation, but not only because water is crucial to growing grapes: it’s also crucial to optimised soil microbiology. This according to De Bortoli viticulturist

IB’s cost effective solutions for medium range sprinkler irrigation

IB International has increased its range of sprinklers covering wetted widths from 26 to 58 metres (85 to 190ft), and at the same time managed to offer reduced pricing solutions by doing so. “We are

KY General Engineering Irrigation Pumps

Arresting the water flow for good

Sit back – make a cup of tea or pour a long drink as you need to read how the water you depend on is being diverted away from its traditional path. The report you

Study finds vines need irrigation all year round to produce best results

Watering dormant vines during winter in dry seasons is far more effective at maintaining yields and quality than waiting until spring, a three-year study in South Australia has found. The researchers say the benefits of

SCHÜTZ has the ideal service for return of empty IBCs

The SCHÜTZ TICKET SERVICE is your global solution for the return of empty SCHÜTZ IBCs and 110L drums. As the supplier of the world‘s most successful drum and IBC systems, SCHÜTZ offer free Australia-Wide collection

Automated irrigation at its best with WiSA

WiSA has developed specific solutions for flood irrigators with proven success. The solutions available now allows growers to manage an entire irrigation system from a PC. Using real-time weather, soil and environmental data from the

Australia’s biggest solar diesel pump for irrigation up and running

You are looking at the biggest solar/diesel pumping system ever put into operation in Australia and it’s also a fully accredited power station on a family farm It’s all about improving farm viability by lowering

Franklin reaps the benefit of adding solar drive to pumps

Franklin now distributes one of the most dynamic drive methods available for solar pumping. And many change over customers are thrilled with how it provides a quieter and clean energy method of moving and pumping

Power Equipment delivers efficient Yanmar irrigation package

Power Equipment irrigation packs now include the latest Yanmar engines from 5.5 to55kW (7.5 to 75hp) and a range of standard and optional extras, including several different control panels. The irrigation packs are straight forward

Murray Irrigation and how it became a globally advanced water-delivery system

At the upcoming 2018 Irrigation Australia International Conference and Exhibition, irrigators have a unique opportunity to hear how Australia’s largest private environmental and irrigation water-delivery company, Murray Irrigation, transformed itself from infrastructure dating to the

Gates release industry first multi-purpose hose

Gates’ Multi Master SD MegaFlex multi-purpose hose line meets a broad range of industrial hose requirements. Gates Australia is part of the Gates Corporation, a global, diversified industrial manufacturer of power transmission and fluid power

Irrigators pumped up with John Deere irrigation power

Irrigation is the lifeblood of many Australian farms, and more often than not a John Deere engine is the heart that pumps that life-giving water. John Deere diesel engines deliver high-output performance and reliability to

Franklin adds solar drive to pump range

Franklin Electric was established in Australia in 1962 to support the water industry and since then the company has evolved from an electric motor supplier to a water systems supplier. Franklin’s distribute one of the

Silvan releases handy 300 litre capacity compact spray unit

For those smaller jobs where or where more precise spraying is required Silvan Australia has responded with a new 300 litre capacity Smoothflo Squatpak spray unit combination. It is compact and fully equipped with a

Irrigators hit the social media waves

South Canterbury irrigators are launching a new question and answer campaign on social media to get more city people up to speed with farming in New Zealand. Source: Stuff NZ Waitaki Irrigators Collective (WIC) policy manager Elizabeth

Brown Brothers Layne Bowler

As Brown Brothers Engineers is the exclusive nationwide distributor for Layne Bowler vertical turbine pumps in Australia and New Zealand it carries a comprehensive range of pump components including column and shafting. Source: AFDJ eNews

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

Funding for infrastructure upgrades for NSW irrigators

Irrigators in northern New South Wales can now apply for a share of $111 million in funding to upgrade on-farm water infrastructure, with Round 7 of the Sustaining the Basin Irrigated Farm Modernisation programme opening

AMAZONE auto nozzle selector a cost saver

European spray manufacturer, AMAZONE, has released an electric control system that automatically selects the best nozzleaccording to operating conditions. Source: AFDJ eNews Depending on the field size, working width and the number of part-width sections used, AMAZONE claims the technology

Irrigation Australia and Agritech together on show

Irrigation Australia International Conference and Exhibition will take place between 24 – 26 May this year at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Conference program now available. Source: AFDJ eNews This is the only international conference

Sunfam uses JCB DieselMax for irrigation

Bundaberg irrigation specialist Sunfam was one of the very first dealers in Australia to use a JCB DieselMax in an irrigation application. Source: AFDJ eNews In the 1950s the Loeskow family company was focused on

Briefs

Population growth rate figures are even more shocking than last quarter according to SPA

The population growth rate figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) yesterday are even more shocking than those

Sugar industry says farewell to dedicated QSL leader

CANEGROWERS has wished long-time Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL) chief executive Greg Beashel a wonderful retirement following today’s announcement that he

Betta Milk factory closure a blow for dairy processing in North West Tasmania says AWU

The announcement by Bega that they will close the Betta Milk factory in Burnie is a blow for dairy processing

The National Rural Health Alliance urges to support strategies to reduce climate and health impacts on rural communities

With fires in some parts of Victoria and a storm wreaking havoc in other parts of the state last week,

Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA) supports the overdue review of Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System

The Australian Government’s strategic review of the Australian apprenticeships incentive system is overdue but welcome according to the Independent Tertiary Education

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