Machinery
Video: Vredo creates 'world's most powerful' slurry rig
Dutch machinery manufacturer Vredo has developed what it says is the world’s largest and most powerful self-propelled slurry machine – the...
Machinery
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Video: Is this the ultimate 'alternative tractor' for wet ground?
French machinery firm Hubertrack has created a new low-ground-pressure machine – for farming in difficult or ‘poor’ conditions. The HHTrack100...
Machinery
Classic tractor sells for over £86,000 at auction, setting a new UK record
A 1963 Matbro Mastiff sold for £86,100 (€101,315) at Cheffins’ vintage auction on Saturday, April 22, in Sutton, England. The classic...
Machinery
Video: Hook up your hitch, hydraulics, electrics and PTO - without leaving the seat
Danish company Siwi claims to have the ultimate quick-hitch for a tractor. Its system incorporates not only a quick-coupling hitch, but...
Machinery
Tractor 'ball and spoon' gets hitched...to a growing network of Irish dealers
Ten prominent farm machinery dealers have lined up behind Fastparts – the parts and components division of farm machinery distributor...
Machinery
One of a kind: The 'modern' Volvo BM tractor
Volvo BM tractors – once a typical sight around parts of Europe until the mid 1980s, when Volvo manufactured its...
Machinery
Video: Pulling a set of discs...with your combine
Disc harrows and cultivators typically need to be worked relatively fast, in order to do their job. This is because...
Machinery
Miniature loader is a 'Dapper' addition to the market
There is growing interest in miniature wheeled loading shovels, as farmers seek costs-effective and flexible options for feeding, clearing out...
Machinery
German firm touts novel trailer/tanker conversion system
German machinery manufacturer Huesker has created a conversion system to transform a standard tipping trailer into a bulk liquid transport tanker....
Rural Life
Tractor runs set to roll, including a special women's event
Two tractor runs will take place this May bank holiday weekend, in the counties of Laois and Westmeath, in aid...
Rural Life
Farmer receives 150kph speeding fine...in his tractor
A French farmer received a speeding fine for allegedly clocking 150kph on a speed camera by police in Namur, Belgium...
Machinery
Tractors, machinery and plant set to draw the crowds to major auction
Tractors and farm machinery are expected to attract plenty of interest at an upcoming sale organised by Euro Auctions, at its...
Machinery
New 'compact, professional-spec' silage wagon hits the market
Austrian manufacturer Pottinger has extended its Torro Combiline series with the new 5510 Combiline self-loading silage wagon. This “professional-spec” model’s key selling...
Machinery
Video: A high-spec Deere 'talks' to a spreader...to boost accuracy
ISOBUS is an international technology protocol, that allows tractors to communicate electronically with compatible implements, regardless of brand or manufacturer....
Rural Life
Leenane farmer opts for twin wheels on his quad to avoid further heartache
“I don’t know anyone who has had a quad bike who hasn’t fallen off it.” That’s how a former IFA...
Machinery
Pics: Machinery and childhood memories abound at huge Ford tractor display
Ford and New Holland machines from the length and breadth of the island converged on Nutts Corner, Co. Antrim last...
Machinery
Tackling the silage: Tip and 'flick' or use this push-off fork?
Carlow-based machinery manufacturer – ProDig – has just released its newest development ahead of the 2017 silage season. On the back...
Machinery
Plans confirmed for next year's Irish 'Grass & Muck', as UK version opens next month
While there is no FTMTA (Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association) Grass & Muck event this year, the association has...
