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Tractor of the Year 2025: TotY Specialized – Ferrari E-Astral

The electrically driven E-Astral from Ferrari can be specified down to just over a metre wide, making it ideal for

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New autonomous feeding robot from DeLaval

The robotic offering from DeLaval has been extended to include the OptiWagon, a new electric feed distribution machine. Wynand Bodenstein

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Kubota extends aftercare package for tractors

Kubota UK has announced that its Kubota Care warranty and aftercare package will now include 1,000 hours of servicing for

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August tractor registrations continue to drop

Just 495 tractors were registered in August, according to the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA). While the month typically sees reduced

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Nordic Tyres to highlight two Nokian ranges at APF

Nordic Tyres, the exclusive distributor of Nokian heavy tyres, will be exhibiting at the upcoming APF Exhibition. Two products will

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JCB celebrates 20 years of engine production

JCB Power Systems is celebrating two decades of operation with a special event to thank employees for their role in

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Kuhn to highlight versatile solutions at Tillage-Live

Visitors to Tillage-Live will be able to see the latest updates to Kuhn Farm Machinery’s Multi-Leader XT plough range, alongside

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Plant sustainability index launched by AbacusBio

Global genetic improvement consultancy AbacusBio has launched the first sustainability index for plants in a bid to reduce the environmental

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Tractor of the Year 2025: TotY Specialized – Antonio Carraro Tony 8900 TRG

Said to be the only reversible hydrostatic orchard tractor on the market, the TRG 8900 Tony is available in both

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Whatever happened to… the Ferguson Black Tractor?

The hydraulically operated three-point linkage developed by Harry Ferguson was one of the most important advances in power farming history,

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ForFarmers warns not to underestimate autumn staggers

Despite livestock being at greater risk of developing staggers (hypomagnesaemia) in the spring, ForFarmers is warning that there is a

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UPL offers free potato store fogging through September

Thirty free potato store fogging applications are up for grabs this month, courtesy of UPL. The successful grower will have

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1,000 Volvo Penta engines put to work in forestry

A decade ago, Swedish manufacturer Eco Log worked with Volvo Penta to install engines into its product range. Now, the

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Horsch adds new precision tech to Leeb sprayer range

Horsch is continuing to develop the Leeb range of sprayers with a series of precision farming updates, available for both

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NFU calls for government to value UK food production by increasing ag budget

On the 9th Back British Farming Day, the NFU has said that the government must take action to value UK

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Tractor of the Year 2025: TotYBOT – FieldRobotics HammerHead

A key feature of the FieldRobotics HammerHead tracked machine is the newly developed battery-change system. Using a trolley system, the

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Acres advises growers on how to limit liability around bale stacks

Farmers are being urged to take precautions to reduce accidental damage or injury caused by falling bale stacks, as well

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New research suggests that palm-free fat supplement could reduce carbon footprints

A new paper published in Animal Feed Science and Technology journal has concluded that envirolac, a new palm-free fat supplement

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Valtra holds VIP event to celebrate 50 S Series tractors

The most powerful tractor in the Valtra range, and the largest to be produced at its Suolahti, Finland, factory, the

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Tractor of the Year 2025: TotYBOT – Black Shire RC 3075

Based in Northern Italy, Black Shire has worked on its tracked robot since 2020. It’s powered by a four-cylinder, turbocharged

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RSABI focus on suicide prevention in Scottish agriculture

On World Suicide Prevention Day, RSABI is on a recruitment drive for a new role within the company, focused on

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Commercial vehicles to be highlighted at the Newark Vintage Tractor Show

On the 9th and 10th of November, the Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show will showcase some of Britain’s manufacturers

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Vogelsang launches new trailer-mounted separator

Designed for contractors and multi-site farms, Vogelsang has introduced a trailer-mounted XSplit slurry separator, enabling operators to offer separation as

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Brownfield site owners may find new energy income opportunities

Commercial property law firm, mfg Solicitors, has urged brownfield site owners to explore energy generation and storage facilities as diversification

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Growers should prioritise crop nutrition when drilling early

FMC has urged growers who are planning to sow winter cereals early to focus on crop nutrition due to the

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Tractor of the Year 2025: TotYBOT – AutoAgri IC20E

The fully electric AutoAgri robot has a reported runtime between 4 and 14 hours depending on the operation at hand,

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Three bluetongue vaccines made available

The Secretary of State has permitted the use of three unauthorised bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) vaccines within the United Kingdom.

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Tractor of the Year 2025: TotYBOT – AgXeed 5.115T2

Part owned by both Claas and Amazone, and a founding partner in the 3A – Advanced Automation & Autonomy group,

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Fentech Agri rounds up 12 months of development

The past 12 months have seen the Fentech Agri drill range increase significantly in line with ever-changing grower requirements. A

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Less than a month to go until mandatory bird registration comes into force

Bird keepers are reminded that there is less than a month until new measures come into force, designed to protect

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Farmers invited to miscanthus farm walk and power plant talk

Winner of Protein Crop Grower of the Year at the 2023 National Arable and Grassland Awards, Colin Chappell will invite

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4,000 years of woodland technology to go on display at APF

The APF Exhibition, taking place from the 19th to the 21st of September, will provide visitors the opportunity to see

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Berry silage solutions set to have maize season covered

With maize harvest just around the corner, Berry Global is promoting its agricultural stretch wrap and clamp sheets to help

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New developments in transition cow management

Leading dairy nutritionists, producers and industry influencers met in Stoke-on-Trent earlier this summer to discuss new developments in transition cow

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Goodyear Farm Tires sponsors Newark Vintage Show

Goodyear Farm Tires has been confirmed as a prime sponsor for the upcoming Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show, taking

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Milwaukee Tool discusses the importance of PPE in the outdoor power equipment market

Landscaping, gardening and other outdoor maintenance professions have occupational hazards. From working on uneven terrain, flying debris and the frequent

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Surge of land becomes available in the South West

Carter Jonas is reporting a bumper offering of land available for sale in the south west, landing just in time

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Tickets now available for Midlands Machinery Show

Registration is now open for the Midlands Machinery Show, which returns for its 10th edition at the Newark Showground. A

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Claas adds new telehandlers to the range

Five new models have been introduced to the Claas Scorpion telehandler range, designed to deliver up to 300kg greater lift

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Somerset dealer to offer Corvus UTVs

Ark ATV has been appointed to the Corvus Off-Road Vehicle dealer network by UK distributor Boss ORV. Phil Everett, Boss

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Key account manager appointed at Adama

Gus Merrick has been hired to the commercial team at Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd as a key account manager. Holding

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Environment Agency investigation sees three convicted

Three men have been convicted following an investigation by the Environment Agency into large-scale waste dumping across 14 sites. The

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Bluetongue restricted zone declared in Norfolk and Suffolk

Following five confirmed cases of the BTV3 Bluetongue virus, the UK Chief Veterinary Officer has declared a restricted zone across

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New consultancy firm launched to help sector through regulatory changes

A new agricultural consultancy firm has been launched. Preston Waldon was founded by Alexander Preston and has partnered with organisations

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Limagrain winter barley delivers in challenging season

According to one East Lothian grower, LG Caravelle winter barley has remained spotless this year and delivered on yield, despite

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Government ends badger cull and introduces new TB strategy

Work on a new bovine tuberculosis (TV) strategy has been launched by the government to end the badger cull and

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Ernest Doe & Sons expands into Lincolnshire

Following The Burdens Group Ltd entering administration, Ernest Doe & Sons has announced that it has acquired the southern Lincolnshire

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Growers must use varieties to manage risk

Following the challenging 2023/24 season, Syngenta is urging growers to manage risk with their drilling and variety decisions. Matthew Bull,

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Programme announced for the inaugural Potato Days event

Potato Days UK, a new, free-to-attend event taking place on the 4th and 5th of September at Dyson Farming, Nocton,

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New Holland adds new precision technology options

New Holland has officially launched the FieldOps web and mobile platform to its users, following a preview of the technology

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Booster shows positive results in Czech and Polish OSR

A series of independent trials in Czech and Polish oilseed rape crops have shown positive results when mixing insecticides with

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Merlo to bring latest forestry kit to APF 2024

From the 19th to the 21st at the APF Exhibition, Merlo will showcase its latest forestry-focused machinery. Visitors can expect

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ForFarmers advises sheep farmers to check minerals pre-tupping

Ahead of tupping, sheep farmers should ensure that ewes have enough minerals for the most successful spring lambing. This is

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Horsch celebrates 40 years of manufacturing

Horsch is celebrating 40 years of manufacturing this year. The company, Horsch Maschinen GmbH, was founded in 1984 in Sitzenhof

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Environment Agency urges landowners to be vigilant in stopping waste criminals

The Environment Agency has warned landowners to be vigilant and secure premises against criminals dumping illegally collected waste. In 2023,

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Case IH launches FieldOps mobile and web applications

The new FieldOps mobile and web application from Case IH has officially launched for Apple and Android smart devices. “Launching

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New mobile washing service to be launched at Potato Days

Haith and Grimme UK will use the Potato Days event at Dyson Farm’s Norton site, Lincolnshire, to showcase the Haith

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NAAC partners with Isuzu to offer new discounts

Isuzu UK has announced a strategic partnership with the National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC), offering a fleet discount when

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Get your entries in the National Arable & Grassland Awards

You have until Friday the 27th of September to get your entries and nominations for the National Arable and Grassland

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Holme Lacy encourages growers to take on apprentices

Holme Lacy College, part of the Herefordshire, Ludlow & North Shropshire College, has reinstated its Farm Worker Apprenticeship scheme and

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Strong trade at Harrogate vintage auction

Later classic tractors were in strong demand at the latest Harrogate auction, at the Great Yorkshire Showground, held by Cheffins.

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Yanmar acquires Claas India

Yanmar has announced that it has acquired all shares in Claas India through its group company Yanmar Coromandel Agrisolutions. The

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Lowdown on the latest pickups and four-wheel-drive vehicles

As we spend so many hours in the tractor cab, the run-around farm vehicle may not always be top of

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Round-up the latest UK tyre developments

Telehandlers almost certainly take the most punishment on farms, perhaps even more so than tractors. If it’s a livestock farm,

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Kramp launches new synchronised amber beacon system

A new twin amber warning light system, with wireless synchronisation, has been introduced by Kramp – meeting the growing demand

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New trials aim to turn pollution into fertiliser

Under the Farming Innovation Programme, Defra has funded a £1m project to develop a foliar photocatalyst-and-endophyte prototype that will help

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ProCam appoints new technical and services manager

Simon Francis has been appointed as the UK technical and services manager at ProCam. He will be based in Skipton

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Agricast launches its strongest grassland point

After great success with the Grass Land Extra (GLX) point, Agricast has introduced the GLX Ultra – said to be

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Telecommunications ordered to significantly increase rental payments

Following a tribunal decision, landowners with telecommunication masts on their farms will see a significant increase in the rent paid.

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Bridgestone urges farmers to be aware of soil fundamentals

As farmers continue to pursue the never-ending challenge of improving soil health, be it for no-till / regen approaches, carbon

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GB Tyres appointed UK distributor for Advance Tyre

GB Tyres, already an exclusive distributor for Nokian, CEAT, MRF and TVS Eurogrip, has been appointed the UK dealer for

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How manufacturer and distributor Ryetec has expanded significantly

Ryetec Industrial Equipment was established in 1992 by Mark Harrison, distributing a range of specialist equipment, from log splitters to

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How slurry bags can help meet new legislation

Profitable Farming Company offers the Serena range of slurry bags, which could prove to be vitally important as farmers balance

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Silver lining for tricky blight season

Dr David Cooke, senior plant pathologist at the James Hutton Institute, is reporting that none of the nearly 1,300 samples

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ForFarmers sees impact of poor weather in silage samples

Over 800 silage samples from first cut silage have been analysed by ForFarmers, indicating huge differences in quality between early

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NFU calls for greater focus on self-sufficiency amidst global instability

According to figures calculated by Defra, today (August 14) would be the day that UK food stocks ran out if

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Hutchinsons asks why wheat yields are so variable this season

With harvest well underway, Hutchinsons technical support manager Neil Watson says that several lessons are emerging as to why wheat

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Limited free tickets available for World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit

The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit returns to London from the 30th of September to the 1st of October at the

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How award winners developed tenancy into forward-thinking enterprise

Richard and Lyn Anthony, 2024 Oilseed Growers of the Year and overall Growers of the Year, moved to their current

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Biofresh Safestore announces Potato Days special offer

Visitors to this year’s Potato Days event at Dyson Farming’s Nocton site will be able to able to take advantage

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More work needed in digital upskilling

A recent survey carried out by the Institute of Agricultural Management (IAgrM) has found that 83% of respondents believe more

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Limagrain UK appoints new OSR product manager

Limagrain UK has announced that Florentina Petrescu has been appointed as oilseed rape product manager. Having previously held the role

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British agri-biotech company receives grant funding to boost African agriculture

Legume Technology has been awarded a grant from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth &

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Sandy Duffus’ Tractor Run to be led by Doddie the iCON

On the 14th of August, the tartan wrapped JCB Fastrac iCON, known as Doddie the iCON, will lead the Sandy

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Growers asked to consider hybrid barley for AD feedstocks

Farmers providing crops for anaerobic digestion plants should consider hybrid barley, according to Syngenta, to spread the workload and risk.

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NFU vice president invites farmers to new shed talk event

Rachel Hallos, NFU vice president, invited more than 80 farmers to her farm in the South Pennines to explore ways

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Catch crops could help fill half full clamps this season

Inconsistent conditions have meant that livestock farmers could face a shortage in homegrown forage this winter. In response to this,

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Vicon balers receive greater automation

The 2024 Vicon round baler range has received a series of upgrades, including Tractor Implement Management (TIM), moisture sensing and

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Amazone offers MultiFunctions to boost precision seeding

Amazone is promoting its MultiFunctions electronic control systems to ensure precise seed and fertiliser placement when used with its Precea

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