Agriland Team

Video: ‘Revolutionary’ articulated combine gets a boost, to 650hp
Video: ‘Revolutionary’ articulated combine gets a boost, to 650hp

Tribine, a North American company known for its huge, articulated-steer combines, has upped the specifications of its giant harvesting machines. While...

Word ‘spreads’ about Moscha’s slurry Swivel Spout
Word ‘spreads’ about Moscha’s slurry Swivel Spout

Castleagri is owned by Dermot Tobin, who has been a farmer in Ireland for the past 30 years. He is...

No question of kicking the bucket, as Keenan embraces the tub
No question of kicking the bucket, as Keenan embraces the tub

Keenan, part of the Alltech empire, unveiled one of its brand new tub feeders at last week’s FTMTA Farm Machinery...

Valentine’s Day: 7 realities of going out with a farmer
Valentine’s Day: 7 realities of going out with a farmer

Valentine’s Day is upon us, the annual day where cards, flowers and chocolates are exchanged, but if you’re part of...

Video: Respiro belt rake ‘lifts’ rather than ‘sweeps’ at FTMTA show
Video: Respiro belt rake ‘lifts’ rather than ‘sweeps’ at FTMTA show

One of the most eye-catching machines at this week’s FTMTA Farm Machinery Show at Punchestown, Co. Kildare is the Respiro...

Crimp, bag and go at the show – with Samco
Crimp, bag and go at the show – with Samco

Following on from the launch of the original BagPress in 2013, Samco will showcase its new BagPress 2 at this...

Prices climb 1.3% at latest Global Dairy Trade Auction
Prices climb 1.3% at latest Global Dairy Trade Auction

Overall product prices increased by 1.3% at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction in New Zealand, but the trade for...

Silotite trial of latest film is a ‘wrap’
Silotite trial of latest film is a ‘wrap’

The Film & Film (F&F) baled silage wrapping system will be front and centre at Silotite’s exhibit at the 2017 FTMTA...

Video: Slurry equipment a big hit at Fintona machinery show
Video: Slurry equipment a big hit at Fintona machinery show

The need to make better use of slurry was a key driver for many of the farmers and contractors attending this...

From the farm to the factory…making 3,000 loaders each year
From the farm to the factory…making 3,000 loaders each year

Giant, as a brand, is relatively new to the Irish machinery market. Part of the Tobroco group, this Dutch company has grown...

‘Farmers will forge ahead and invest in their businesses despite Brexit uncertainty’
‘Farmers will forge ahead and invest in their businesses despite Brexit uncertainty’

Abbey Machinery, based in Toomevara, Co. Tipperary, was one of a cohort of Irish manufacturers showcasing its wares at last...

Video: Do you have enough work for a self-propelled drill?
Video: Do you have enough work for a self-propelled drill?

As farmers and contractors look ahead to spring sowing, Agriland takes a look at some of the more unusual contraptions...

Mastek ‘reels’ in punters with giant umbilical system
Mastek ‘reels’ in punters with giant umbilical system

Mastek, based in Cootehill, Co. Cavan, showcased its latest Mega Reeler at last week’s LAMMA show. It can hold up to...

Have you ever seen a self-propelled ‘small’ square baler?
Have you ever seen a self-propelled ‘small’ square baler?

Combines, foragers, potato harvesters and just about everything else, it seems, can be had in the guise of a self-propelled...

Video: Where did Volvo loading shovels come from?
Video: Where did Volvo loading shovels come from?

Volvo loading shovels are a popular choice with Irish agricultural contractors. Every summer, these machines (along with JCB, Komatsu, Caterpillar...

Pics: Check out the latest and greatest at this year’s LAMMA machinery show
Pics: Check out the latest and greatest at this year’s LAMMA machinery show

Over 900 exhibitors showed their wares at LAMMA 2017 in Peterborough, England. The event kicked off yesterday, January 18, and...

Northern Irish farmer convicted of 27 animal welfare charges
Northern Irish farmer convicted of 27 animal welfare charges

A Co. Antrim farmer has been convicted on 27 animal welfare charges at the Lisburn Magistrates’ Court. Trevor Sinclair, with...

Quiz: How well do you know world farming records?
Quiz: How well do you know world farming records?

One of the most common presents people find under the tree on Christmas Day is the Guinness World Records annual...