Avian flu outbreak confirmed in Suffolk
11th December 2019
An outbreak of H5 low pathogenic avian flu was confirmed on a commercial chicken farm in mid-Suffolk last night (10 December). It is the first confirmed case of avian influenza
Contractor 19 event cancelled
9th December 2019
It is with deep regret that the NAAC has had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Contractor 2019 event on 12 December at the East of England showground.
Väderstad awarded ‘Machine of the Year’ at Agritechnica
3rd December 2019
Väderstad has been awarded the Agritechnica Machine of the Year Award for its innovation, Tempo WideLining. Machine of the Year is the show’s most prestigious honour, bestowed on the winner
Unrivalled versatility from iconic off- and on-road vehicle
28th November 2019
A series of mid-October practical demonstration days provided an opportunity for potential and current Unimog users to find out about the latest models. David Williams was there. Unimogs have been
Factory-fitted four-track system is an industry first
26th November 2019
A brand-new tracked tractor has been added to John Deere’s extensive line-up, boasting unique features likely to suit UK arable farms. David Williams took an early test-drive. Among the updated
Chemical-free precision weed control
22nd November 2019
A new mechanical weed control option has been added to Opico’s line-up, and is expected to appeal to a wide variety of users. David Williams was at the press launch.
Lemken launches self-propelled sprayer
21st November 2019
Machinery company Lemken has developed a self-propelled field sprayer, after forming a strategic partnership with a chassis manufacturer in 2017. The Lemken Nova will be available from mid-2020 and offers
Despite the rain, British potato harvest is 89% complete
15th November 2019
British farmers have persevered in the face of adversity to compete 89 per cent of the potato harvest during the wettest year so far since 2012. Due to the success
Emergency funds to help farmers affected by flooding
13th November 2019
The Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) has released further funds from its crisis fund to help those affected by the latest flooding. It is the second time in a month
Anti-freeze and coolants prices set to rise
10th November 2019
Maintaining your machinery’s cooling system is important to all year-round performance, but extra care must be taken during the winter months. Anti-freeze and coolants keep engines cool in the summer