Farmers Guide September 2024

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OUT & ABOUT

With the Farmers Guide team

Machinery contributor David Williams saw the CR11 partnered with a MacDon FlexDraper FD250 50ft header, harvesting oilseed rape on an estate in North Norfolk in August, as part of an invitation-only demonstration tour by dealer, Ernest Doe. Read all about it on page 51. Pictured (l-r) are members of the New Holland and Ernest Doe teams: Alex PentneySmith; Jim Pamment; Stephen Loughnane; Josh Parkinson; Matt Boardley; and Michael Massingham, with host farm Stody Estate machinery operator Adam Godwin; farm manager Mike Wilton; and David Williams.

Turn to page 55 for the full report.

FG chatted to Jonathan Speed who works for Tim Parkinson of Hoo Farm, Woodbridge. He began combining over 1,200ha of wheat in early August, with the yield looking to be around 8.5t/ ha. Read more harvest updates at www.farmersguide.co.uk

And finally...

A farmer was involved in a bad accident during harvest, and his 'manhood' was severed. The doctor explained that as it had been found quickly and put on ice right away, a skilled sugeon could reattach it. The only problem was, it couldn't be done on the NHS. "However, your insurance should give you generous compensation, so this should pay for most of the cost of the operation. Talk it over with your wife, and let me know your decision." The doctor returned the next morning and asked if he'd made up his mind. "Yes, we have," said the farmer. "We're getting a new kitchen."

Editor Rachel Hicks visited Forrest Farms Ltd in Mick eld to see the rst cut of parsley being made. Pictured with Camstar Herbs Ltd estate manager, Tim Stammers, read all about it in the October issue.

Rachel also headed to Eves Hill Farm near Norwich to nd out how a drone is assisting farmer Jeremy Buxton's e orts to boost soil health through regenerative practices. Find out more on page 34.

Machinery editor Neale Byart attended a John Deere combine demonstration in mid-August, which was hosted by dealer Ben Burgess at Trumpington Farms. The event featured the John Deere S7850 and X91100 combines. Pictured (l-r) are: FG’s marketing executive Mia Richardson and machinery editor Neale Byart; with Ben Burgess team members Jamie Fuller, Paul Moss, Huw Carter, Carl Pitelen and Ed Coppen; John Deere's Mike Baker; Ben Burgess' Peter Ro e; and FG marketing executive, Patrick Over. Read Neale’s full report in the October issue.

With David Williams at a John Deere press event in Germany are John Deere UK marketing manager Chris Wiltshire (left), and manager, public communications, fairs & events, Tilmann Köller.

Deputy editor Sarah Kidby and marketing executive Patrick Over toured the Tiptree factory recently, as well as interviewing farm manager Andrey Ivanov. Read more in the November/December issue of Fruit & Vine.

Farmers Guide sales executive William Taylor attended the NSA Sheep Event at the end of July, to nd out the latest news within the industry. You'll nd Farmers Guide's review of the show on page 93.

Remember – any type of ergot counts when it comes to rejections

With some colour sorters struggling to identify modern grass ergot, it’s time for everyone to find a solution to this problem.

As soon as harvest kicked o , we all waited apprehensively to see what curve balls it brought with it. Unfortunately, the word ergot is being heard too much already. We seem to have lived in its shadow for the last three or so years, but with little or no improvement. There seem to be more colour sorters available, but at what point does the market become paralysed because all grain on farm exceeds the contractual requirements of zero or max 0.001% by weight for feed grains? So asks Cecilia Pryce, Open eld’s head of research, compliance and shipping.

The issue doesn’t stop there, because much of the modern ergot is not the big, black, chunky wheat and rye ergot, but grass ergots – these are the thin lines of black, almost like thin nail clippings, which some colour sorters struggle to identify. Please remember that any type of ergot counts, as it has the same toxic properties and will result in rejections.

A typical cereal ergot can weigh between 0.035–0.05g and as such, if one piece was found in a kilo sample, that would exceed the 0.001% by weight. Giving a result ranging from 0.0035–0.005%. Similarly, a grass ergot can weigh around 0.0059g, which would result in a percentage by weight in a 1kg sample of 0.00059% – meaning that more than two and you would be exceeding the limit. I strongly believe it’s time for everyone to nd a solution to this problem. Some farmers never see the problem, expecting to see only big black lumps rather than skinny grass ergot, so please don’t be one of those – dig deep in your grain piles and look very closely. With the increased amount of farm-saved seed and the

current problem with heavy black-grass matched with min till, many will tell you it’s here to stay; but there must be a way to encourage clean crops. The same issue is likely to be felt regarding mycotoxins in dirty crops, which ultimately could mean that some farmers struggle to market their commodities.

We are all ruled by legislation and contracts. Ex-farm grains must comply with them when entering the rst consumption point where they will be and are tested. Now is the time to think how you can change things for harvest 2025. It’s tough, but investing in clean crops and elds could prove a cheaper alternative to claims, rejections, professional cleaning – and the high blood pressure and bad temper that go with them.

Payments for bulk samples

The UK Grain Testing Network is currently willing to pay farmers to send them bulk samples of oats and beans at £28.50 for each usable bulk sample. The team will use these samples to ring check hundreds of grain testing machines across the entire industry to ensure all grain testing equipment is calibrated and accurate for growers, merchants, and end users such as millers, maltsters, and distillers right across the UK. All this ensures better standards and consistency right across the industry.

They would like you to send them bulk samples of 40kg beans and/or 60kg of oats. If you would like to be paid to ll up some bulk sample bags, please email paul.allison@sciantec.uk.com who will supply you with sacks, arrange collection

and pay you £28.50 for each usable bulk sample.

Fertiliser matters

Post-harvest is an important time to think about the vital nutrients that have potentially been removed during this process, including phosphate and potash, that will need to be replaced to ensure the following crop has adequate supply, writes Open eld fertiliser manager Lucy Hassall.

With establishment being the most critical period, autumn applications of PK enable these nutrients to be worked into seedbeds to supply the crop during growth. Potassium facilitates optimum water regulation throughout the plant.

Maintaining enough water in cells generates turgor pressure, creating strong building blocks for a robust plant. Phosphate plays an important role in energy transfer within the plant, and in early growth stages, promotes root development, which is also important for e cient uptake of other nutrients. PK grades can be tailormade to the crop’s requirements from soil sample results, along with the option of protected phosphate and the addition of micronutrients such as manganese, which is crucial for enzyme activation and functions, particularly those related to respiration, photosynthesis, and nitrogen metabolism. FG

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Accidents involving PTO shafts are among the most common causes of serious injuries when operating farm machinery.

Every year people are killed or seriously injured in accidents involving PTOs and PTO drive shafts. Most of these accidents are preventable if the PTO and PTO drive shaft are tted with guards of good design which are properly used and maintained, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) says.

With a tractor transmitting nearly all of its horsepower into the PTO shaft, if an entanglement occurs, it can wrap an arm or leg around it nine times in less than a second, Kramp UK OEM specialist, Adam Hubbard warns.

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The most crucial part of PTO safety is that you start with the tractor, Adam continues. Ensure it is made safe, the handbrake is fully on, put all controls and gears in neutral, stop the engine and remove the key before working on a PTO. Most accidents involving PTOs happen because these steps are not followed. But it does not totally eliminate the risk even when they are.

“It’s best to maintain a PTO before and after it is last used, before taking a break, or at the end of the day. A quick visual check of the guard and the chain, and that it is su ciently greased may be all that is needed most of the time. Also, check the PTO guard is secure to the PTO.”

Adam has a tip for the PTO guard chain, which

takes just 20 seconds and will save you time and money – but most farmers don’t do it. “When hooking up the chain, double it back through the D-link and hook it onto itself. This will shorten the chain length and prevent it from being wrapped around the guard tube. The guard should then only be able to turn 90 degrees with the available slack on the chain. A little more slack in the chain may be needed for a wide angle application, but if it is too much, it will wrap around the shaft and eventually wear through it, requiring replacement,” he explains.

Correct set up

The most common cause of PTO failure is an insu cient overlap of the PTO pro le tubes. This causes excessive vibrations when the PTO is in operation, producing a whipping motion, which adds stress to the universal joint. The heat generated can cause a catastrophic failure, endangering passers-by, Adam warns. The overlap should be less than 33% longer than the shaft length. In practice, a closed shaft measuring 1,000mm should have a working length of less than 1,330mm. Adam recommends that the maximum closed centre length is at most 1,410mm due to vibration.

He also urges farmers to refrain from using

HSE’s advice for PTO shaft guards

Check that the guard is:

• Made to a recognised standard such as BS EN ISO 5674

• The correct size and length for the shaft, both when closed and when extended

• A non-rotating type, with the restraining device (for example, securing chains) in place

• Properly used and maintained. Clean and lubricate guards regularly

• Supported when not connected. Do not rest it on the drawbar or drop it on the ground, and do not suspend it by the restraining device

• Safe from damage, for example, by livestock, when the machine is in store.  Make sure no one uses adaptors to allow a 21 spline 1,000 rpm shaft to drive a six spline 540rpm shaft.

PTO adaptors on the main drive and to limit the maximum power they transmit to less than 30kW. Instead, to be safe, change the yoke on the PTO to be suitable for the implements it needs to operate.

Regulations to be aware of

Farmers should also be aware of regulation EN12965, which came into force shortly before Brexit and was copied into UK law. Only collar locks are allowed on the primary drive shaft connected to the tractor. This means push-pin or certain collar locks with exposed springs are prohibited on new machines. If a new machine is delivered, Adam recommends checking the compliance of the PTO connection.

Additionally, it’s a statutory requirement for the PTO guard to overlap the joint by a minimum of 50mm when in a straight position, ensuring the guard covers the moving parts.

All new operators using a tractor powering a PTO must be fully briefed on PTO safety, Adam adds. More experienced operators should also be wary of complacency and treat a PTO seriously and with their full attention.

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Yara and Atome PLC sign Heads of Terms for fertiliser sale

Yara and Atome PLC, a developer of international green fertiliser projects, have signed Heads of Terms for o take from Atome’s renewable calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN) fertiliser project in Villeta, Paraguay, covering the long-term supply of all of the CAN from Atome’s renewable production facility in Villeta, Paraguay. The 145 MW fertiliser project will produce and export fertilisers derived

Hertfordshire farmer Geo Simms fell victim to rural crime after thieves ripped the GPS dome from the roof of his John Deere tractor.

The stolen GPS dome, worth £9,000, left Mr Simms with a major headache for his arable business. Mr Simms con rmed that on the night the thieves struck, the tractor had been left outside.

“We are aware of the desirability of this kit with thieves, and we always try to keep it locked away – we either take the GPS domes

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o the machinery or put the tractors in a locked barn.

This was a rare lapse, and the tractor was just about visible over the top of a hedge from a bend in the road.

Mr Simms added that while it was important for farmers to use social media and other channels to promote the industry, they needed to be careful not to give away too much information about where valuable equipment was stored, to avoid encouraging thieves.

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Chrystel Monthean, EVP Americas at Yara, said: “Decarbonising the food systems is at the forefront of our strategy. [...] The fertilisers from Villeta will become part of a new portfolio called Yara Climate Choice, including fertilisers based upon renewable energy and carbon, capture and storage. [...] We are looking forward to developing a strategic long-term relationship with Atome.”

rural insurer NFU Mutual have revealed that Global Positioning System (GPS) units were targeted by gangs throughout 2023, causing the value of claims to NFU Mutual to rocket by 137% to an estimated £4.2M.    Intelligence shows thieves frequently target several farms in one night before moving locations to steal these highly valuable and portable kits, often revisiting farmyards weeks later to steal any replacements, the insurer said.

Tama says “thank you” to the UK’s best baler

This baling season Tama UK has launched a new campaign to celebrate the hard work and dedication UK farmers and contractors make every year to help feed our country.

“The idea behind the campaign is simple – we want to give recognition to the country’s hard-working

farmers and contractors,” says Tama UK commercial manager, Warren Tatton.

This September, the Tama UK team will be keeping an eye out for the very best bales, and when they nd a eld of amazing bales, with no sales push and no hidden agenda involved, Tama simply wants

to recognise a job well done and provide a reward of a few beers for the hard-working farmers and contractors of the UK.

So, this is a call out to all balers in the UK; keep an eye on your bales, look for one of Tama’s ‘Stars’ and simply follow the instructions you’ll

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The UK arm of one of the world’s largest chain manufacturers says it is proud to celebrate its 15th anniversary in the UK in August 2024.

Donghua Ltd – the UK subsidiary of the Hangzhou Donghua Chain Group – opened its doors in Wolverhampton in 2009. The company o ers a comprehensive range of products from the Group’s extensive portfolio including conveyor chains, attachment chains, agricultural chains, leaf chains, roller chains and sprockets.

With a focus on delivering exceptional customer service, Donghua was revolutionary in introducing the UK’s rst app focused on chain identi cation. The Chain ID app, launched in 2017, has proved a popular tool for engineers who need to identify replacement chain quickly.

“We are incredibly proud to celebrate 15 years of success in the UK,” said Bob Wellsbury, managing director of Donghua Ltd. “This milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our growing team, as well as the loyalty of our customers.”

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record attempt to take place at Vintage Tractor Show

Taking place on 9–10th November, the Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show will host over 1,000 vintage tractors, implements, horticultural machinery and commercial vehicles.

While last year was a grand celebration of the show’s 20th anniversary, this year’s focus will be on the many milestones of respected manufacturers and a world record attempt for the largest gathering of Massey Ferguson 135 tractors.

Co-supported by Friends of Ferguson Heritage (FOFH), the world record attempt will coincide with the 60th anniversary of MF 100 series production, which will be celebrated with the display of the long-standing manufacturer’s ‘Red Giants’ including the 130, 135, 165 and 175 models.

FOFH club chair, Peter Lawrence, said: “We’re excited to be making a world record attempt of the highest number of MF 135s assembled at one time, with

100,000 model milestone reached

On 25th July 2024, following 25 uninterrupted years of manufacture, the 100,000th Fendt 700 Vario rolled o the production line in Marktoberdorf.

The Fendt 700 Vario has become a reference tractor for farmers, contractors and operators outside

the agricultural sector. A small turning circle and high performance coupled with low fuel consumption has seen the 724 Vario become Germany’s longeststanding top model. Since its conception in 1999 it has received 33 awards in nine categories from nine countries. “The 700 series is a true allrounder. It has evolved over the last 25 years to provide more power, improved fuel economy and better manoeuvrability whilst being the epitome of comfort,” says Ed Dennett, retail market

the hope of having between 150 and 200 of these tractors at the show – which will certainly be a spectacle.

“We are passionate about the 135 as it is truly the most iconic model Massey Ferguson has made and it is well represented not only here in the UK, but also around the world. The show also coincides with the MF 135’s 60th birthday, which was launched together with the other 100 series tractors at the Smith eld Show in December 1964,” he adds.s.

manager, northwest Europe.

Today, the Fendt 700 Vario Gen7 o ers up to 300 horsepower.

“[...] The Gen7 makes the technologies of the larger Fendt tractors accessible to the compact class up to 300hp. A new single-stage Fendt VarioDrive drive train, integrated VarioGrip tyre pressure regulation system and a licence for speeds of up to 60kph made the 728 Tractor of the Year 2023, and it is just as groundbreaking as the very rst 700 series was 25 years ago,” concludes Mr Dennett.

Record clearance at NSA Wales & Border Early Sale

A historic day, with good prices for quality rams, and a record clearance distinguished the NSA Wales & Border Early Sale in August. Two Texel rams each achieved the top price of the day at 2,000 guineas, but the solid stream of high prices and individual consigner averages underlined the success of the

sale. Averages were up almost £200 and an 83% clearance was the highest ever. The rst 2,000 guinea sale went to one of 15 Texel shearlings from Chave and Son’s Peacehay Flock. It sold to J & RM Lucas & Son and was sired by Strathbogie Epic, bought by the Chave family at Carlisle for

4,000 guineas. The other 2,000 guinea ram was another Texel shearling, the show champion. It was consigned by Gethin Hatcher, a new breeder from Gorsgoch in Ceredigion. The NSA Wales & Border Main Sale will be held at the Royal Welsh Showground on 23rd September.

UK agricultural tractor registrations – July 2024

UK agricultural tractor registrations continue to track below last year’s levels, with July’s total of 948 machines being 14% lower than a year before. That is in line with the percentage drop seen in the rst half of the year and is also 18% below the average for the time of year over the previous ve years. The total of 6,830 tractors registered in the year to date is 10% below the ve-year average for the opening seven months of the year. The more challenging nancial situation for farm businesses, particularly arable farmers, this year has no doubt contributed to the market downturn, along with the adverse weather over the past 12 months.

Month: 948 units -13.6% change (compared with July 2023)

Year to date: 6,830 units -13.3% change (compared with January–July 2023)

“Game-changing” biostimulant for UK tomato growers

Through a new study funded by Defra and Innovate UK under the Farming Innovation Programme, SugaROx Ltd and Fera Science Limited will explore the feasibility of using a “game-changing” biostimulant technology to improve tomato resilience to climate change, whilst also reducing the carbon footprint of production in the UK. “While traditional biostimulants o er yield gains of 2-5% for farmers, our approach has the potential to boost yields by up to 22% on arable crops,” says Dr Cara Gri ths, SugaROx’s CTO. By bringing a targeted approach to the industry, SugaROx says it can boost plant processes with a level of precision not seen before. “In this new 24-month project, our main objective is to explore the viability of adapting our technology to boost the ability of tomato plants to cope with heat stress,” Dr Gri ths explains. “The new high-throughput phenotyping capabilities available at Fera allow us to test this in a very e ective and e cient way.”

Using the Phenospex PlantEye Technology, Fera will produce 3D scans of miniature tomato plants under abiotic stress (heat and drought) with and without the SugaROx biostimulant and compare the development of these plants to unstressed (control) plants. The idea is that the model system that will be developed in this study can be used by other biostimulant manufacturers to test their products. We

GOVERNMENT SCHEMING

With the daunting number of funding changes that have been – and still are – taking place across the farming community in the UK, there is a clear need for transparent advice and guidance for farmers. Sarah Juggins reports.

In England, farmers are trying to navigate their way from the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) to Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMS). The underlying aim of these sweeping changes is to promote resilience and sustainability in agriculture and to farm in a way that is good for food production and the environment.

of o ers for their clients.

Rural business consultancy Laurence Gould has been o ering the Future Farm Resilience Fund to its clients free of charge since the scheme began in 2022.

considered. Some farmers have found it useful in setting their baseline benchmark on carbon use on the farms when considering the new emerging schemes on o er.”

One of the main funded opportunities for farmers to learn how to best negotiate the changes is Defra’s Farm Resilience Fund, which has been providing support to farmers and land managers since 2022. The fund is available to any farmer who has been in receipt of BPS since October 2022 and it is designed to provide advice and training in adapting and developing a business in light of the changes to agricultural funding.

Keith Leddington-Hill is managing director of the Cambridgeshire-based company. He says: “Laurence Gould Partnership has provided support for more than 1,000 farmers through the delivery of its webinars, which have covered a wide range of topical subjects over the past three years. These subjects include energy and fertiliser costs, SFI, succession planning, carbon audits, grain markets, and livestock joint ventures. We also deliver one to one advice and the delivery of carbon audits.”

training has helped address

Keith says he has been surprised at the reluctance of some farmers to have carbon audits, pointing to the large bene ts that could accrue. “The concern over the amount of information required [for Carbon Audits] has stalled participation so we have undertaken simplifying and providing more support to farmers to make the process relatively straightforward.”

Benefits to providers

Among the support on o er are one-to-one consultations, farm visits, reports from experts with associated recommendations and access to workshops and webinars. Those who have taken up the o er report one of the biggest positives is the ability to network with other farmers.

A variety of providers

The Farm Resilience Fund is delivered by a variety of agencies across the country. Agricultural or rural business consultants or environmental consultants such as ASAS, Berrys, Ceres Rural, JH Agri-Consultancy and numerous others have a range

the SFI scheme, which

Some of the key issues such training has helped address are decisions on joining the SFI scheme, which will contribute towards replacing the lost income from the reduction in the Basic Payment Scheme payments.

look at their situation

And, adds Keith: “It has provided the opportunity for clients to stand back and look at their situation and whether other changes should or need to be

While the farmers get the bene t of free advice, for Laurence Gould, the scheme has enabled the company to engage with farmers who have not used external consultants in the past.

With less than a year of the scheme to run, Keith reports some changes to the way Laurence Gould will deliver its programme in its nal months: “We have increased the number of one-to-one visits due to demand from farmers and are now able to visit each farmer up to three times to support them in the changes they need to consider and implement to improve the resilience of the farm businesses. This has been rapidly taken up by farmers who have registered with us.”

While some of the

Keith Leddington-Hill, of Laurence Gould Partnership.

organisations o ering support provide just one mentoring session per farm, with an expert providing three hours of free advice, other organisations have put together packages that include workshops and mentoring. There is also a big push to engage the farmers categorised as ‘Very Hard to Reach’.

While the scheme in its many iterations seems good in principle, there are some aws and problems. One of the biggest of these is the ruling that only people in receipt of BPS are eligible to receive free support. As one new entrant said: “That seems very harsh as I have never claimed anything from the government but I am looking for help in doing the right thing from the start.”

This ruling was modi ed in March 2023, when Defra announced that farmers who are not claiming BPS but who have a Higher Level Stewardship agreement are eligible for the support.

The reason for not o ering support for those who currently do not receive BPS is that they are not transitioning from one payment scheme to a delinked payment scheme. This programme is largely about transitioning from one way of doing things to another. As most of the people in this category are new entrants, there is a separate support o er.

Clarity around eligibility

Another issue is clarity around the o er. Many farm businesses received free support from their land agents and were then deemed ineligible for further support. For north-east Norfolk farmer Tom Gurney, this meant that a one-o advice session he had received via his land agent in 2022 meant he couldn’t bene t from a Farm for the Future programme that ran in the county 18 months later, despite it being tailored to meet his ambition to farm more regeneratively and o ering up-to-date advice.

is largely about transitioning from one way of in this category are new entrants, there is a time-poor, it may be nervous about joining a group of other

information and ll in the registration forms because they are really busy running their farm business.”

Izzi Rainey is one farmer who just doesn’t have enough hours in the day. The livestock farmer runs two herds of cattle – Highlands and Red Poll – and has a herd of sheep. She also has her own design business, producing ceramics and textiles.

“I had every intention of joining the Farm for the Future programme, but things would happen which meant I just couldn’t,” says Izzi. “Being selfemployed, working alone for the majority of the time doing my own stock or working for other people, I just had to prioritise that.

“There is also the question around learning style. I struggle to take on board all the information when someone is standing and talking. I am a practical person and I take on information through interaction and ‘doing’. A lot of these courses seem to involve sitting and listening, which just doesn’t register so well with me.”

Tailored courses

Emily Winter farms in Su olk. She is also the Catchment and Farming O cer for the Waveney Farming Cluster. Emily took part in the 2023 Royal Countryside Fund Farm for the Future Programme, provided by PfL.

“I signed up because it sounded like a good training programme, and not worth missing out on given it was fully funded. It also seemed tailored to PfL members and the topics on o er were of interest to me,” Emily explains. Pasture for Life is a UKwide organisation that champions grass-based grazing and meat production as a means to rearing high quality beef, lamb, mutton and chicken while building resilience into the soil.

Like Izzi, Emily is also a kinaesthetic learner. For her, it was the practical aspects of the RCF/ PfL course that were most useful.

A further problem is identifying ‘Very Hard to Reach’ farmers. Rebecca Mayhew is delivering a Farm for the Future programme on behalf of Pasture for Life (PfL) In East Anglia. She says: “By their very title, there are some farmers who miss out on this support [Very Hard to Reach]. This may be because they are time-poor, it may be because they are nervous about joining a group of other farmers; many farmers are quite reluctant to talk about their business in front of others. Some may just not have time to take in all the

sector through necessary change,” says that we farm by consent of politicians so as a sector and make changes to the we avoid having change

sector through necessary change,” says Rebecca. “We must remember that we farm by consent of the public as well as the politicians so as a sector we have to be proactive and make changes to the way we do things so that we avoid having change forced upon us.”

Pasture for Life is separately running a Pasture & Pro t programme for farmers working in protected landscapes, funded by Farming in Protected Landscapes. See page 95 for more information.

Reluctant participants

Despite the range and quality of support on o er from the numerous providers, there has been a reluctance on the part of farmers to sign up to the course. According to Defra there are 84,000 farms in receipt of BPS and the Defra target is for 32,000 to receive Farm Resilience support through this series of schemes. Figures released by Defra in April 2024 show 12,326 farm businesses have tapped into the support. That means a lot of farmers are still to receive any support. Rebecca thinks the fact they are free may play a part.

“People are suspicious of a free event. Also, if you can just turn up on the day there is no commitment. As a farmer myself, if I woke up and found a problem in the calving shed or had a window of opportunity to get a really important job done, then a free event would not be a priority. If I had paid for the event, I might make more of an e ort to get cover in. But this is where people are missing out, because there are some really good events being put on and farmers should not be suspicious of something because it’s free.”

Like the team at Laurence Gould, Rebecca is changing the PfL o ering for its last outing. “We are running it as a two-day intensive course in November,’ she says. “Rather than spreading it over six di erent time slots across several months, we will hold all the sessions over a two-day period at Shimpling Park near Bury St Edmunds, which is a great venue.

to talk about

“There was a butchery workshop with master butcher Rich Summers and that was excellent. And the 3LM workshop on sustainable farming was good as it helped me think about the bigger picture,” she said.

Emily, who rears beef and chickens, also had a one-on-one mentoring session with another local poultry producer, Mike Mallet, which helped her think about the way she ran her own poultry system. This she described as “excellent”.

The PfL-delivered course that Emily joined was run by Rebecca Mayhew and took the form of two ‘Core Skills’ workshops. The rst looked at business planning and aspects of running the farm e ciently. The second examined the impact of environmental action within farming systems, concentrating largely on SFIs.

These core workshops were then followed by a series of more focused workshops. For the East Anglia PfL group this included the aforementioned butchery course, a 3LM course, mob grazing and a session on healthy soils.

“This sort of training is vital to help steer the

“That way people can get it in their diary and bring in any cover they need. Then I implore them to come along, soak up the information and take advantage of being able to talk to the expert speakers and their own farming colleagues.”

As she re ects on her own farming pathway, Emily Winter has this message for the government: “Training is always gratefully received; however the farm advice and training landscape is very crowded and it is really di cult to spare the time for everything. Or indeed to work out what is most appropriate for me and navigate through all the training events on o er. I feel like I have a mountain to climb in a very short space of time, on a very tight budget.”

“As a farming community, we are going in the right direction environmentally, but we need more support from the government to secure the future of healthy, regenerative British food for local people.” FG

Livestock farmer, Izzi Rainey.

Su olk farmer, Emily Winter.

Farm for the Future advocate, Rebecca Mayhew.

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SFIwhat next?

What are the most recent SFI developments to be aware of?

A: The key development has been the announcement of detail on the 2024 Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), and the subsequent closure of new applications for the 2023 SFI o er.

How do I keep Digital

abreast of the rapidly changing SFI guidance?

The SFI scheme is ever-evolving, so it is important to keep an eye on

Wondering what you should be doing in light of the evolving SFI o ers? Georgina Wallis, Hutchinsons head of environmental services o ers insight into the current options.

the o cial written guidance from the RPA.

You can nd this on the gov.uk website. You can also speak to your Hutchinsons agronomist about how we can support you with integrating the SFI with your farm business.

I’m in an SFI 2023 agreement but would like to apply for some of the new 2024 SFI actions – how should I do this?

A: You will need to apply for a new SFI 2024 agreement when the application window opens later this summer. In the meantime, you can apply for early rollout by completing

a short questionnaire, which can be found on the gov.uk website. There is no guarantee that you would be accepted for the early rollout scheme, but it may allow you access sooner.

When is the best time to complete my SAM1 soil management plan?

A: Some SFI agreement holders are coming towards the end of their rst agreement year, which is 12 months in length. For many actions, agreement holders have 12 months to complete or establish their SFI actions.

With harvest well underway and as more land is cleared, now is a great time to plan and undertake any soil analysis which is needed for your SAM1 Soil Management Plan. The key is to try to take your soil samples at a consistent time of the year, e.g. consistently in the autumn, or the spring, to ensure they are comparable and not in uenced by seasonal variations.

What’s the di erence between the SFI 2023 o ers and SFI 2024?

A: Big question! The basics of the scheme are the same, in that it is a rolling application window, with quarterly payments, an SFI Management Payment, exible, rotational actions with the ability to decrease area by 50% on an annual basis. Some of the new actions will be familiar, as they are existing Countryside Stewardship options and have simply moved over to the SFI. Some of these actions create ve-year agreements. The key di erences are:

• There are over 100 actions available in SFI 2024

• The action codes for some actions now have a ‘c’ infront of them to indicate they are part of SFI 2024.

It is important to read the guidance and prescriptions of the 2024 SFI to pick out any changes which might be relevant to you and your farm.

Is it possible to have a 2024 SFI agreement if already in SFI 2023, or Countryside Stewardship Mid-Tier?

A: Yes – as long as you are utilising actions which are compatible (this information is given in the guidance) and aren’t claiming for the same action twice.

Is it possible to add SFI 2024 actions to a SFI 2023 scheme?

A: Unfortunately not at present. If you have a 2023 SFI agreement, and would like to access some of the 2024 actions, such as No-Till, you would need to set up a separate agreement under a 2024 scheme to host these.

Any advice on what I should be doing now?

A: Seeing as the application window is currently closed, now is a great time to plan for the 2024 SFI ahead of its opening later this summer. Consider whether you can utilise any of the new actions on the farm. if you’re ready to go, consider submitting an Expression of Interest to the RPA as above. If you are in a 2023 scheme, remember that you need to meet the action requirements. Some agreements will be coming up to

Some of the action prescriptions have changed, such as legume

fallow now being a nonrotational action

their rst claim submission window so keep an eye open for that opening in the coming months. FG

SECRETS OF SUCCESS with residual chemistry

Residual herbicides are essential for controlling grassweeds on many farms, but with variable results, what can farmers do to increase the chances of success?

Any farmer or agronomist can point to years with high levels of grassweed control and others with lacklustre results. “There are about 10 actives you can use at pre-emergence in winter wheat and barley – of course not all at the same time,” says Bayer’s Ben Giles (pictured). “Weather, soil conditions and application timing all in uence the outcome plus there are subtle di erences between the actives to think about.”

Back to basics

A residual herbicide remains in the soil and e ective against target weed species for a useful length of time, this could range from a few days to several months. This means you can apply before weed germination and get protection for several weeks. Some of these herbicides also have contact activity on the foliage of weeds but as a rule they control the embryonic roots and shoots during germination.

“For most herbicides to work, weeds need to break dormancy and germinate, they don’t have any e ect on ungerminated seed. These actives have a reasonable degree of longevity, so you get useful weed control some time after application. For the most long-lasting it could be as much as two months in suitable conditions.

“But once they are applied, they start to degrade reducing the concentration of active substance. Aim to drill the crop once there is su cient moisture to encourage germination, roll if conditions allow and then apply the pre-em within 48 hours of drilling.”

Moisture

Residual herbicides need moisture to move from the surface into the soil. Actives with shoot activity, such as aclonifen (Proclus), tend to stay at or close to the surface. Those with root uptake like ufenacet and cinmethylin need to move deeper to the roots of germinating weeds. But not too deep so they reach germinating crops, hence the advice to drill to at least 32mm

“Root acting herbicides tend to be more soluble and mobile than the shoot acting chemistry. In practice this means they need similar moisture levels to work well.

“Patience is key, if warm, dry conditions continue into autumn, it is best to hold o drilling. Of course, at some point workload pressure might force your hand in which case use actives with good longevity. They will still be there to provide useful activity once it gets wetter.”

In Bayer trials, residual control is always variable between sites but only in the exceptionally dry year of 2011 has pre-em performance been signi cantly compromised by dry conditions. In most situations, it is something the farmer manages by waiting to drill and spray.

Longevity

Chemical reactions, UV light and microbes degrade herbicides in the soil. Di erent herbicides degrade or are washed through the e ective soil zone at di erent rates which is also a ected by soil type and weather conditions. In general, warmth and moisture speed up the

process of degradation.

“As mentioned, moisture is needed for germination and herbicide activity, so temperature is the main thing to think about for longevity. The later you drill and apply, the cooler the soils are likely to be leading to greater longevity.

“Drilling earlier means crops need protection for longer and that the herbicides will degrade more quickly because it is warmer in September. Even if you use DFF, Proclus (aclonifen) or pendimethalin – the more long-lasting actives –you’ll probably need to ‘top up’ the pre-em spray or risk weeds germinating after the chemistry has run out of steam.”

Scientists usually measure degradation as the DT50 value or half-life; the number of days it takes for 50% of herbicide to break down in the soil. You can look up these values but only use them as a guide and certainly not a hard and fast rule on likely e cacy. Field conditions have a huge e ect on longevity and performance.

Soil and seedbed

“You cannot easily change the physical and chemical properties of soils; you have to work with what you have. Lighter soils are freer draining, contain less clay and so tend to have fewer binding sites, so herbicides are more mobile. This means heavy rainfall events can move herbicides through the soil to where crops are germinating or leach them away altogether. On this type of soils, be more mindful of rainfall and consider using less mobile herbicides like di ufenican and aclonifen.”

Mr Giles notes that soil chemistry interacts with herbicides leading to variations in performance. “These e ects are hard to predict so tap into previous experience if one herbicide works better on a particular piece of land. Also use your knowledge of any resistance problems you have to plan the herbicide programme, we are detecting more insensitivity to the residual actives in the last few years, particularly in Italian ryegrass.

“A good quality seedbed improves herbicide performance. You’ll get more consistent distribution of herbicide at application and fewer barriers to movement into the soil. It will also promote even germination of weeds and the crop.”

He emphasises the importance of a consistent drilling depth to 32mm away from the zone of herbicide activity. In wetter conditions, be aware of open slots with exposed seed which are not safe for pre-em herbicide application. FG

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Adjuvant helps to keep crops free from black-grass

Despite a high-pressure weed year, a Warwickshire grower has been able to keep crops fairly clean by optimising chemistry with an adjuvant.

Farming 243ha near Southam, Warwickshire, black-grass has been a long-standing challenge to Jon Sensecall’s arable operation, with cropping consisting mostly of combinables, alongside maize which has been grown for the past two years after struggling with producing consistent oilseed rape crops.

Looking at the current season, Jon says he was one of the lucky ones who managed to get winter crops in and established. “We got everything in the ground, except our beans,” he explains. “Some of it I wish we hadn’t drilled, as we pushed it a bit the day before the rain and we lost a few headlands and parts of elds. That said, of the 222ha of wheat, we’ve probably lost about 10ha in total – which doesn’t feel that bad.”

He was also successful with getting his preems on; however, that is where the luck stopped, and Jon says they did not turn a wheel until the spring. “To be honest, I’d been really worried about the black-grass all winter,” he recalls. “While we have got some black-grass, I’m not as disappointed as I thought I may be with the control that we’ve got.”

A robust programme

Jon pegs this to his robust herbicide programme — which comprises Luxinum Plus (cinmethylin) followed by a straight ufenacet with some di ufenican — but also the inclusion of specialist adjuvant Backrow Max in the tank mix, which he has been using since it rst launched. “We normally get a peri-em and a fair bit of Avadex

(tri-allate) on too, but we just couldn’t move a wheel – as most people around the country found.

“We’ve used Backrow Max in the tank mix since it was rst launched, following recommendations through Agrii’s trial work. With these kind of products, you do get questions about whether it is worth spending money on, but you could visibly see the di erence when you were spraying in terms of the chemistry sticking to the ground.

“Anything we can do to aid that has got to be a good thing and if we think about this year, the Backrow Max must have done its job and has therefore added to the overall picture of not having as much black-grass as we thought we’d have.

“We have actually got some elds that are spotless this year – the Backrow Max must have just added to that e ciency.”

From Interagro, Backrow Max is a specialist activator adjuvant designed to power residual herbicide performance in the toughest of weather and application conditions, helping to take down yield-robbing weeds, explains Stuart Sutherland, technical manager at Interagro. “In terms of how it does this, Backrow Max signi cantly reduces the number of ne spray droplets smaller than 100 microns which are the most susceptible to drift, and increases the number of droplets in the optimum size range for improved deposition and optimum spray coverage of the soil.

“What’s more, by retaining signi cantly more

herbicide in the top 5cm of the soil compared with herbicides applied alone, adding Backrow Max ensures a longer and more concentrated presence of the herbicide in the weed germination zone in wet soils, creating a stronger barrier to emerging weeds.”

Adapting the plan

The e ectiveness of this year’s control, despite the tricky season, has given Jon food for thought in terms of how to adapt the future strategy.

“We’ve had a real concerted e ort on our black-grass over the past 15 years, and made some real improvements, but I’m starting to question now whether we need to do a peri-em application across the whole farm,” says Jon. “Historically, we’ve just gone out and done it, but this year we’ve proven in some elds that if our pre-emergence goes on really well –incorporating aids like Backrow Max to optimise that chemistry – that we can cope without a peri application.

“The challenge with this will be that if when we get there the soil conditions aren’t quite right for the pre-ems, we won’t get such good coverage. It’s all dependent on the weather, but I think where we can, we’re going to start pulling some of these peri-ems.”

While this approach may be e ective in some situations, as Jon highlights, Stuart adds that it is important not to overlook the opportunities within a peri-em application, particularly in a challenging year or where a high black-grass burden is anticipated. “Peri-em applications o er a second bite at the cherry, particularly when there is more dormancy or secondary weed ushes, as we’ve seen reported this year. Crucially, they also avoid having to fall back on a re brigade treatment post-emergence which are seldom as e ective, largely down to resistance.

“Achieving good weed control is particularly complex in seasons like the one we nd ourselves in, but by teaming good chemistry with a proven adjuvant and applying it at the right time, growers still can get results within their wider IPM approach.” FG

Warwickshire farmer, Jon Sensecall.

Black-grass chitting ahead of drilling in 2023.

NEW SPOT SPRAYING UPGRADES ENHANCE ACCURACY AND CONTROL

A Norfolk onion grower is delighted with his improved post-emergence weed control and reduced chemical costs.

Nordelph-based farmer Richard Gott believes the Weed Wizard – a new, intelligent spot spraying system – has enabled him to reduce his postemergence herbicide use by over 85% whilst simultaneously improving both the growth performance and agronomic quality of his onion crop via a more targeted approach to applying agrochemical inputs.

The new spraying system, manufactured and designed by Techneat Engineering and software specialist Tillett and Hague Technology Limited, was originally launched in 2023 and is aimed at farm contractors and growers of onions, leeks and carrots.

Richard says: “I’ve been growing onions successfully for over 20 years, but post emergence weed control has become a bigger challenge recently following the withdrawal of many key actives. Another major issue is that some of the chemicals that I’ve used to control very stubborn weeds, such as volunteer potatoes and thistles, also simultaneously knock back the growth of the onion crop.

“Alternative systems, such as hand roguing, are expensive and don’t completely eliminate crop damage to the onions closest to the weeds, so the best solution has to be a spot spraying system able to di erentiate the weeds from the onion plants and target them accurately with selective herbicides.”

Testing accuracy

“After hearing about the launch of the Weed

Wizard last year it was a no-brainer to trial the machine on this season’s crop to test its accuracy. Following the trial, which began on 13th June, I saw an immediate improvement on both the accuracy of individual weed targeting and overall level of weed control that an intelligent spraying system can o er. By only targeting the weeds, the growth of the onion crop is unimpeded allowing it to reach its optimum market size as quickly as possible.

“Using very high-speed, narrow jet nozzles spaced every 100mm across the full width of the boom, the Weed Wizard’s three-camera system identi es and tracks weeds as they come into view, applying a narrow at fan spray onto each weed as it passes under each nozzle. Each high-de nition camera tracks a single bed and is mounted directly above the crop row giving the machine the best possible overhead view of the weed population as each crop pass is made. Despite not having a tech background, I found the Weed Wizard relatively easy to set up and operator friendly,” he says.

Tom Neat, managing director of Techneat Engineering, adds: “Following a rigorous amount of on-going product development and on-farm trials we have recently added several speci cation upgrades to the Weed Wizard which include improved nozzle development using a at-fan, narrow angled 15-degree nozzle for better chemical to weed contact.

“The machine’s boom height can now also be raised or lowered to speci cally address the

weed height that is being targeted, and this height exibility gives the droplets of chemical more time to form, ensuring more chemical reaches the weeds. The large droplets produced by the narrow at fan nozzles have little or no drift, resulting in the Weed Wizard’s application never being negatively in uenced by wind, thus negating the need for a boom cover or shield which could potentially damage the crop.

“New high-de nition cameras have improved the Weed Wizard’s weed recognition and a new upgraded software package now o ers the operator enhanced levels of real-time feedback on the chemical treatment of each targeted weed. An improved side-shift system also o ers the operator enhanced in- eld vision when tracking the crop rows and a new hydraulic folding boom ensures easier transportation of the tractor-mounted machine between elds,” continues Mr Neat.

Substantial benefits

“The overall bene ts of the Weed Wizard, both economic and agronomic, in not having to spray the whole crop are substantial, enabling farmers and contractors to signi cantly reduce their postemergence herbicide use on carrots, onions and leeks. There are now various types of productivity grants available to farmers for investment in both camera guided and robotic based systems, and the Weed Wizard certainly falls into this category, so I’d de nitely advise any growers interested in spot spraying technology to apply,” Mr Neat concludes. FG

Farmer Richard Gott with Techneat managing director, Tom Neat.

The Weed Wizard’s three-camera system identi es and tracks weeds as they come into view.

Norfolk-based onion grower, Richard Gott, with the Techneat Weed Wizard.

With many growers contemplating drilling earlier this autumn, Farmers Guide looks at how to minimise risks from grassweeds when drilling earlier.

HOW TO MINIMISE GRASSWEED RISK WHEN DRILLING EARLY

For many years, drilling wheat later into October and into early November has become a key tactic used by growers to help manage grassweeds, such as black-grass and Italian ryegrass.

But two di cult autumns in a row where wet weather has brought a premature halt to drilling or led to wheat being drilled into less-thanideal seedbeds, is changing the mindset of growers heading into the autumn, with many considering bringing drilling dates forward to guarantee crops are successfully established.

Several tactics

For those who routinely want to drill winter cereals in September, the reality is that it will likely require more e ective grassweed management through the rotation, including growing more spring crops and/or using cultivations to help facilitate that change.

However, many growers are unlikely to be in a position where changes across the rotation have already minimised grassweeds to an extent where earlier drilling can be con dently undertaken, John suggests.

e ectively to expose the weed seeds to those harsh conditions.

“And then don’t try to create a stale seedbed or cultivate until the weather breaks.

“On the other hand, if you’ve got soil moisture – when you combine, there’s already seeds germinating in the base, then try to create stale seedbed conditions and encourage more seeds to germinate.”

The drilling date decision has always been about risk management, considering the competing factors of weed and disease risks, crop establishment success, and impact on yields, says John Cussans, principal weed science consultant for ADAS.

“The calculation for downside risk has changed for many growers,” he suggests. “And that’s not illogical, if you’ve gone through two of the most di cult seasons in terms of the window to establish crops in living memory back-to-back.”

“Advising growers this autumn that they needed to have undertaken grassweed management across the rotation to allow early drilling is unhelpful – it’s just telling growers not to start from here.”

But there are several tactics growers can use to help at least minimise grassweed pressure where it already exists to help facilitate earlier drilling, he suggests.

The idea with any post-harvest cultivation is to increase seed-to-soil contact to encourage germination.

“Anything really shallow – a set of discs set up as shallow as possible, a straw rake, even a set of rolls will do the job.”

Treat

glyphosate carefully

The rst is to take every single opportunity to control as much freshly shed weed seed as possible. Post-harvest management should be adapted to the weather, he stresses.

If it is bone-dry dusty, which admittedly looked very unlikely this season as harvest approached, then don’t do anything post-harvest, he advises. “Leave the weed seed on the soil surface and, if possible, take as much straw away as possible or chop

Optimising spraying-o emerged weeds before drilling with glyphosate will be crucial. “Treat glyphosate a bit like carrying a Ming vase across a slippery oor,” John stresses. “It needs to be treasured and looked after when used.”

He advises thinking about water volumes, rates, what nozzles to use, and whether you need an adjuvant or water conditioner.

Glyphosate is sensitive to water hardness and turbidity, for example. “In the long term, change the way you source and store water used for spraying, but in the short-term, one way you can mitigate that risk is to use lower water volumes, so you

have more active per water volume. But that makes it harder to get a coarse spray, so it is worth looking at online resources to determine how best to trade o volumes, pressure and nozzle choice.”

Timing is also essential – don’t leave too big a gap between spraying o and drilling the crop. “If you leave too big a gap, you open up the window for the weeds to chit and you have more pressure in the crop you drill.”

Competitiveness

The next element is maximising the competitiveness of the drilled crop. While variety choice can make a di erence, John suggests other factors will likely dictate that decision, but seed rates can be increased to improve competitiveness.

“Use a seed rate calculator for your drilling date and then add perhaps 50–100 seeds/m2 if you’ve got black-grass or Italian ryegrass.”

Higher seed rates, as well as earlier drilling, will increase risks from both lodging and diseases, so there is a limit to how far you can push it, he notes.

By drilling earlier, growers will have to accept that costs will increase for weed control. “To get the same outcome at the end of the season, you will need to apply more herbicide to an early drilled crop than a late drilled crop.”

of the most di cult seasons in terms of the window to

John Cussans, principal weed science consultant for ADAS.

Use every tool available to control grassweeds

Frustration after several wet or di cult autumns and winters is likely to encourage more early wheat drilling this autumn, agrees Hank King, UK business manager of Gowan.

Excellent integrated weed management becomes even more critical with early drilling, he stresses. “Make sure you are prepared to put in the time, e ort and money as required for stale seedbeds, maximising the potential to control weeds before drilling.

grassweed germination that you will have to protect against, which will need every tool in the toolbox.”

That means using virtually every available active and timing. “You will need a robust programme from the moment you drill right through until it starts to get cold and weeds stop germinating,” Hank predicts.

of black-grass and 20% extra control of both Italian ryegrass and sterile brome when using a base treatment of the latest residual herbicide technology.

“An autumn application of Avadex also gives helpful control of wild oats germinating in the spring, which can be overlooked.”

Excel 15G granules within 48 hours of drilling, then by the probability of outcomes, you’re more likely to get more out of the granules.

“But if you can’t guarantee your applications within that period, then use Avadex Factor.

“Once you have considered all out of crop practices, then you need to turn to chemistry. If you drill early, there’s likely to be a longer period of

But, it does open opportunities for more e ective herbicide sequencing. With a later drilled crop in the autumn, there is probably only one opportunity to apply pre-emergence herbicides. In contrast, John suggests that for an earlier drilled crop, you could have e ectively two bites of the cherry with a pre-emergence followed by peri-emergence treatment 10–14 days later.

That could allow more herbicide to be applied while potentially reducing the risk of crop damage.

“You are hedging your bets with two applications – if there are bad conditions with one, the chances are the other will be better.

“Look at the conditions and adjust splits of herbicide to suit. Never skip the pre-em element, but if it is dry at pre-emergence, maybe change the balance to put more on at peri-emergence, whereas if conditions are good at preemergence, switch the balance the other way,” he concludes. FG

Avadex (tri-allate), whether as a granule or liquid, will be a key part of that programme, he says. “Across all grassweeds, Avadex is incredibly consistent at adding to the control of whatever base treatment has been chosen.”

For example, Gowan data suggests an additional 12% control

While in lab tests, the extra tri-allate loading in the granule formulation of Avadex Excel 15G provides greater levels of control compared with the liquid Avadex Factor. Hank says choosing between them might be how con dent you are with timing.

“If you can reliably apply Avadex

A well-timed application of Avadex Factor will most likely be more e ective than a poorly timed application of Avadex Excel 15G.”

Tips for best early herbicide application results

As combinable crop farms prepare for autumn crop establishment, Knight Farm Machinery highlights the technology its sprayers o er to help operators ensure best results from both sprayer and herbicide investment, particularly on pre-emergence and early season spraying. With full soil coverage the aim for pre-em application, low-drift nozzles are advised. Some application specialists suggest alternate forward

and rearward-facing nozzles can help to achieve full coverage, especially on cloddy seedbeds.

Agronomists advise that pre-em herbicide applications are made as soon as possible after drilling, with the boom set at 50cm from the ground and the sprayer travelling at no more than 10–12kph, for maximum boom stability. Sprayer boom end protectors, if removed, should be refitted to

 Knight-designed technology ensures its sprayer booms stay level, particularly important on stubble and pre-em applications.

ensure tips cannot touch the ground.

Isolating vehicle dynamic movement from the boom is critical to its stability. On Knight Trailblazer and self-propelled sprayers, the air suspension cushions against vehicle movement, while booms of 28m and under have a standard heavy-duty back-frame and a combination of spring, hydraulic and aeon blocks to cushion pitch, roll and yaw.

Tri-fold booms wider than 28m feature Knight’s unique 4D back-frame, with the usual pitch, roll and yaw compensation complemented by an additional pivot point taking care of vehicle lateral dynamics.

Knight mounted sprayers feature a cushioned vertical frame, while trailed and self-propelled models use pantograph arms which are cushioned using accumulators. Back-frame locking is standard to level the back-frame assembly, providing safe boom folding. Boom height and levelling can be speci ed as manual operator controlled, DC1 – which is automatically-controlled boom height plus back-frame tilt giving synchronised left and right boom inclination – and DC2, with automaticallycontrolled boom height, independent left and right boom inclination, and plus/minus control of horizontal positioning. FG

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Lay solid foundations for next year’s yield with good soil health

Growers are already looking ahead to the next cereal crop as cultivations begin – and Sea2Soil says soil health is the cornerstone in establishment prep.

Regenerative farming is undoubtedly a hot topic. And while it may still be deemed as a ‘forwardthinking approach’ by the industry at large, regenerative farming has emerged as a signi cant trend for a signi cant reason.

Not only does it promise to revitalise soil health and biodiversity, but it also aligns with corporate

sustainability goals.

Addressing soil health with a solution that prioritises microbial activity needs to take priority as we look ahead to next year, the question is, how are you going to embrace it?

Containing a full range of naturally balanced amino acids, fatty acids and an array of macro

and micronutrients, Sea2Soil – the UK’s rst liquid sh hydrolysate product for use as an organic soil improver developed by Pelagia - is approved by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) and by the Soil Association for organic farming systems.

The product works by feeding the soil bacteria that convert the macro and micro-nutrients contained in the hydrolysate into a form that is more readily available to the plants. In turn, the improved microbial population feeds secondary and higher-level soil life such as protozoa, nematodes, and earthworms which work to improve soil structure by aerating the soil leading to better root development and reduction in abiotic stress. These macro-organisms also contribute to better soil nutrient availability within the soil.

“For the past three years we have been re ning our process to produce an organic soil improver that is a ordable, delivers on yield responses, reduces reliance on chemical inputs and is farmer friendly,” says Dr Geraldine Fox who led the development team at Pelagia. “We see Sea2Soil as far more than a natural source of nitrogen, but as a soil prebiotic that leads to a healthier soil environment; better crop health; a reduced reliance on synthetic fertilisers; and promotion of regenerative ecosystems.”

Benefitting from further investment this year, Sea2Soil recently completed second round trials with the Nottingham University Soil Department with results due to be available for the autumn applications of Sea2Soil through UK distribution. FG

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PHOSPHATE DEFICIENCIES HIGHLIGHTED THROUGH GRAIN NUTRIENT ANALYSIS

Grain nutrient analysis can o er a greater insight into crop nutrition requirements next season.

A crop’s potential will always be limited by the most deficient nutrient and undertaking grain nutrient analysis from each field this harvest, combined with a detailed soil analysis, will reveal how much of the available nutrients were taken up by the plant.

The advice from Toby Ward, nutrition agronomist for Origin Fertilisers covering the eastern regions, is that grain nutrient analysis can offer a greater insight to crop nutrition requirements next season, which he says should include a protected phosphate, such as Origin Enhanced Phosphate (OEP), to support plant development.

“A detailed soil analysis will indicate what should be available to the plant, while a leaf analysis shows the status of the crop at a given point, but a grain nutrient analysis is the final puzzle piece. It measures nutrient offtake and indicates where previously hidden deficiencies could lie, while providing a cross

reference for soil analysis.”

Data revealed by ADAS in 2020 found that 86% of grain samples analysed showed nutrient deficiencies. By far the most deficient of all nutrients was phosphate, with over 50% of samples revealing a lower level than the target, Index 2.

Toby continues: “Grain nutrient analysis can be used by growers to target nutrition inputs for the new season. The data shows that phosphate availability is limited, and growers should be exploring alternative options for nutrition applications to support early crop development and maximise investment.”

Protected enhancer

Phosphate is a very immobile nutrient, often referred to as lazy, so plants must search for it. A major cause of phosphate de ciency is through nutrient lock up in the soil, which happens when soil pH is either too high or low and other nutrients reduce phosphate availability.

Preventing lock up is essential this autumn to promote strong rooting, and one way this can be achieved is through a coating applied to phosphate granules on OEP.

The unique water-soluble carboxylic carbohydrate contained within OEP is designed to prevent phosphorous being xed in unavailable plant forms. The coating allows a higher percentage of the applied fertiliser to be plant available, which could reduce phosphorus xation by 10–15%.

“The OEP coating is applied to standard phosphate fertiliser, such as TSP and DAP and P and K blends. It is activated when the granules contact water and attracts nutrients to allow phosphate to become available to the crop. It then releases these nutrients back to the plant as the coating dissolves.”

Toby also advises that purchasing from a trusted and reliable source will help ensure nutrition is on farm at the time it is required.

“Timing of fertiliser application is essential for new crops, so using a trusted supplier to ensure bags are on farm, and ready to be spread, should be one less worry at a busy time of year.” FG

Toby Ward, nutrition agronomist for Origin.

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While drones have been used for crop monitoring for quite a while, there's some new and exciting potential for other uses. Rachel Hicks reports.

COMPLEMENTING TRADITIONAL FARMING METHODS WITH DRONES

A recent episode of Country le which rst aired on 7th July 2024 saw Adam Henson travelling to a farm in the Cotswolds to see how an experimental technology could potentially change how he farms his own land.

During the episode, Mr Henson commented that while tractors are essential for any arable farm, and incredible versatile – they can run pretty much any piece of kit you need to grow crops – they’re not cheap to purchase or run. Plus their weight means you need to keep them o wet ground to protect the soil structure.

Mr Henson chatted to Rob Pearson of Auto Spray Systems during the programme, to see if the drones he’s been working with could be useful on-farm.

The drone featured within the episode can carry 50kg of liquid or granular fertiliser, or seed. Mr Pearson explained that he’s used it primarily for cover cropping and intersowing, but also for nematodes onto forestry applications.

However, pointed out Mr Pearson, drones are not designed to compete directly with tractors – but rather, are ideal for hilly or tricky terrain, or when you need to apply seeds, fertilisers or slug pellets when the land is too wet to travel on.

The drone has to be calibrated, and the eld GPS-mapped either by drawing it on, or by linking in with the farm’s pre-set mapping system.

of our business. We believe that by focusing on regenerating our soils we can produce healthy plants and livestock and in turn produce nutrient dense food which nourishes our customers.”

Mr Buxton hired Auto Spray Systems and the XAG P100 40,000lb drone to broadcast a diverse, grazable cover crop from Cotswolds Seeds.

Containing tillage radish, mustard, berseem clover, crimson clover, fodder radish, forage rape, stubble turnips and phacelia, Mr Buxton says he worked closely with Cotswolds Seeds to get what he felt was the right mix in term of what the drone could handle in regards to seed size, as well as selecting seed that was suitable for dropping into a standing crop – for example, seed with a really hard casing wouldn’t work as well in this context, when broadcasting onto the surface rather than drilling.

The idea is to not apply the seed more than three weeks pre-harvest, and Mr Buxton was hopeful that the timing was just about right.

By planting the cover crop before harvest, it should establish an understory below the cash crop, meaning there is no bare soil post-harvest and improving soil health.

Case study:

Eves Hill Farm, Norfolk

Eves Hill Farm is run by Jeremy Buxton, a thirdgeneration farmer, alongside his wife Kathryn Buxton, and their young son Edward.

Jeremy followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, who bought the farm in the 1960s, and his father. A passion for regenerative farming and producing high quality food for the local community has seen many changes on the farm in the management and farming practices. Jeremy is determined to farm in a manner that regenerates the soils and biodiversity on the farm whilst helping to prevent climate change.

By law, the operator has to be within 500m at all times, and have line of sight in case of malfunction.

It travels at around 24kph – covering around 1520ha per hour – and is calibrated to spread the seed at a speci ed rate.

When asked why he decided to get a drone involved, Mr Buxton explained: “I thought that in our context as a regenerative farm, it just ticks all the boxes – with the drone causing no soil disturbance, no soil compaction, no negative impact on the land, and critically having that living root in the ground all the time.

“Even before we terminate the barley crop, there will already be a cover crop in the ground and rooting, so in terms of soil biology and soil structure, it’s de nitely ticking that box.”

The intention is to graze the post-barley cover crop – but Mr Buxton says it very much depends on how much biomass is there, how it has established, and the weather conditions. In their rotations they have a lot of herbal leys and permanent grazing, so they only graze when the conditions are right.

According to Mr Buxton: “Eves Hill Farm is a 100ha mixed farming business. We farm using principles of regenerative agriculture to improve the levels of biodiversity on the farm, and sequester carbon into the soil.

“It is our strong belief that farmers can help save the planet, and this concept is built into the running of the farm and indeed, of the whole

Before they began spreading, Mr Buxton sent Auto Spray Systems his own eld map, which his contractor generated using the Omnia software by Hutchinsons, and they used this to set a GPS-based grid for the drone to follow autonomously. While there are bene ts to drones, current restrictions mean they cannot be used to spray pesticides that farmers would typically use; however, Mr Pearson commented that he hopes to see this change within the next 18 months.

But is this the future of farming? Jeremy Buxton says yes, in the right context. “It has to suit your farming system, but there is potentially multiple uses for drones moving forward,” he concludes. FG

Farmer Jeremy Buxton with the drone.

IN 45 YEARS OF FARMING:

How much has it really changed?

This month, Farmers Guide celebrates 45 years of supporting British farmers, with the first ever issue of the magazine published being September 1979. Rachel Hicks looks back at arable cropping across the UK then, versus now.

1979 – the golden days?

According to the government’s Annual Review of Agriculture 1980, which analysed the 1979 farming situation, the weather in the early part of 1979 was “particularly severe” and there was a cold, wet spring.

The price of the industry’s inputs increased by 13%, but this was not matched by output prices.

Cereal yields, particularly wheat, were “generally high” with total grain production expected to reach a new record level at the time.

In 1979, cereals were grown on some 3.87 million hectares, with grain production predicted to reach 17.3 million tonnes – around 73,000t above the previous year’s gure.

The report stated that good sowing conditions in 1978 had led to an increase in the wheat area, at the expense of oats and grassland.

The harvest was generally later than usual, with wheat yields generally being high – particularly for wheat – but the crop quality was variable.

A record oilseed rape crop of 192,000 tonnes, around 25% higher than 1978, was predicted, with a total of 74,000ha in the ground and good yields.

Potato planting was very late in some parts of the country; around 203ha of potatoes were planted, and while yields were lower than the high levels seen in 1978, the report indicated that supply should be adequate to meet demand.

The expectation was that the area of sugar beet harvested would increase again, as per previous years, with the possibility of a record crop being achieved. For 1979, British Sugar had contracted to purchase the beet from 217,000ha, with around 212,000ha expected to be harvested, compared to 205,000ha in 1978. The report suggested the crop should yield over 1 million tonnes of white sugar, assuming no disruption due to weather, which could rival the previous record of 1.086M tonnes in 1971.

2024 – how does it compare?

2023/2024 saw the wettest 18 months in the UK, since records began in 1836.

As such, it’s no surprise that AHDB’s annual Variety & Planting Survey, published in July 2024, indicated a signi cant reduction in the total wheat area planted. The estimate is around 1.56 million ha, which is the second smallest planted area since 1981, behind only 2020.

The total barley area is reportedly up by 6% on 2023, at 1.207M ha – although this is only 1% up on the ve-year average.

Unsurprisingly, the spring barley area rose considerably by 18% to an estimated 804,000ha –the third largest area since the turn of the century, with winter barley falling 12% as a result of the poor weather conditions in the autumn.

The OSR area is estimated at 307,000ha – a decline of 21% year-on-year, and the second lowest area in the last 20 years. In addition to the challenging winter weather, OSR remained under pressure from cabbage stem ea beetle. Also, margins have been tightened this year as the crop’s value has depreciated considerably since 2022.

Potato planting was delayed by more than six weeks for many areas, particularly for earlies, due to the constant wet weather and resulting poor eld conditions, along with the low soil temperatures. Tight supply of seed potatoes in the UK and Europe caused further problems, limiting hectarage. There is also a high risk of virus issues carrying over from last year, due to some crop not being lifted due to the poor harvest conditions

in 2023 combined with some growers resorting to cutting farm-saved potatoes in half for seeding. No expected growing area has been declared to date but it is likely to be signi cantly down on previous years.

2023 was a di cult year for sugar beet, with the wet weather and ooding meaning a lot of the crop was still to be harvested during the rst part of 2024. However, the 2024 campaign has been more positive. According to British Sugar's agriculture director, Dan Green: “This year’s sugar beet crop has been growing well over the summer and is likely to be around 102,000ha. The crop is bene tting from the recent warmer temperatures, and we expect to see some good yields and good margins for our growers.”

While weather in the 2023/2024 season played a large part in the cropping decisions made on-farm, there is also a notable rise in the area left fallow, with growers switching land into agri-environment schemes under the Sustainable Farming Incentive.

Of course, one thing that has remained the same during the entire 45 years is Farmers Guide’s free FarmAds. The rst FarmAds form appeared in the September 1979 issue, and it’s featured in every issue since – providing farmers with a free platform to sell their second-hand kit and machinery. But now, farmers can also upload listings online too –visit www.farmads.co.uk to register and start listing your used machinery for free. FG

Table: Comparison of estimated crop hectarage and production – 1979 vs. 2024

Change is coming to sugar beet

Reforms to the UK sugar beet seed model will give growers more choice and flexibility, allowing earlier uptake of new genetics and increase choice for growers.

Sugar beet remains the only crop that has continued to deliver a year-on-year increase in yields for UK growers. This is down to two things; professional growers and a heavy investment in research and development by breeders, suggested SesVanderHave’s Ian Munnery when he caught up with Farmers Guide.

After several reviews, announcements were made recently con rming that the UK seed account managed by NFU Sugar and British Sugar recognises the need to reform and improve the attractiveness

of the UK to breeders. For growers and breeders alike, it promises to unlock and accelerate access to new, improved genetics and treatments, o ering greater resilience and higher yields.

In parallel, both NFU Sugar and British Sugar recognised that BBRO trials should provide better information to inform grower choice by testing the physical nished individual seed lots that growers are actually sowing on farm and mirror commercial growing practice. “Both quantum changes are long overdue and welcomed,” commented Mr Munnery, but at time of writing it is still to be announced how or when these will be introduced despite the clear intention to change.

SesVanderHave has been investing in breeding, trials and research in the UK for many years with an extensive trials network and expanding team based in Wellingore, Lincs. “It takes 10 years to develop a new genetic and three years to produce our high quality seed, so our selection decisions are based on extensive and robust testing on whole elds, strip trials and replicated trials on farms across East Anglia and the East Midlands with the same commercial primed and pelleted seed lots o ered on farm. It is the same for testing in the presence of beet cyst nematodes. Although thankfully the wet weather has e ectively removed the threat from virus

yellows,” explains Mr Munnery.

“We passionately believe that growers and agronomists should have full access to regional data, nished product results and the most recent 2024 eld data so they can gauge performance from commercial seed lots before making important decisions on seed choices –the foundation of any crop.”

This is one of the reasons SesVanderHave has been growing its Club SV, for growers across East Anglia and East Midlands who want to gain valuable and earlier insights into the performance of new genetics, treatments and agronomy on their own farms.

to maintain competitiveness against overseas producers, and in doing so sustain this the associated industry and jobs it

Mr Munnery explained that maintaining genetic innovations in the sugar beet crop is crucial to maintain competitiveness against overseas producers, and in doing so sustain this important break crop in rotations and the associated industry and jobs it supports across the country.

“Our exciting new pipeline of demonstrating signi cant gains in performance and will be sowing as well as some exciting new seed treatments,” concludes

“Our exciting new pipeline of genetics and treatments have been demonstrating signi cant gains in performance and will be accessible to growers for 2025 sowing as well as some exciting new seed treatments,” concludes Mr Munnery.

For further information contact SesVanderHave directly. FG

SesVanderHave’s Ian Munnery.

MAIZE: AN ATTRACTIVE BREAKCROP WITH SFI BENEFITS

Tom Turner of seed breeder KWS o ers advice on varietal choice and outlines the new SFI maize options.

Maize o ers an attractive break crop in arable and grassland rotations, according to Tom Turner of seed breeder, KWS.

A high acreage of maize seed was sown this spring, with several factors responsible for the spike in the national acreage, he said.

“The poor establishment conditions in autumn 2023 limited the opportunities for autumn cereal sowing countrywide. Growers looking for alternatives for March/April planting faced a shortage in the supply of spring cereal seed.

“Many producers turned to maize and despite the early season combination of high rainfall and low temperatures and the delay in target planting dates, most crops have caught up and are looking favourable. Nevertheless, there will be no early harvest this year, with cutting delayed by as much as two to three weeks in most regions.”

Given the late harvest date predicted for maize, careful varietal choice is key, he said.

“Maize breeding progress has made great strides in recent years and there are varieties available to suit almost every growing situation. On farms with a heavy soil type, and/or where there is a signi cant risk that conditions will deteriorate rapidly in the autumn, it may be worth considering early varieties; also known as short season varieties. They have been bred for their ability to mature in as little as 130 days postplanting, while the gure is closer to 160 for more mainstream types.”

SFI boost

The launch of a range of maize options within the Sustainable Farming Incentive are expected to give the crop a further boost in popularity.

“The most imminent option for arable growers looking for a back-up policy, should a late maize harvest make a following winter cereal unviable, is CSAM2,” he explained. “It o ers a payment of £129/hectare for establishing, or stitching in, a multi-species seed mix after the maize harvest. It is part of the drive to reduce bare soils over the winter, which in turn exacerbate the risk of soil erosion and nutrition run-o , along with soil structure damage.

“Some maize will have already been grown alongside a companion crop, so it is simply a matter of adding extra seed to thicken up the winter cover. In other cases, a new cover crop will need to be established. It can be grazed by livestock the following spring or ploughed in to improve soil structure in preparation for the next crop. This is another instance in which early varieties can be useful, as they can help to bring forward harvest and allow time for sowing the multi-species mix.

“In order to qualify for the support, growers should choose from a minimum of two separate species from a list which includes brassicas; herbs; grasses/cereals and legumes. Two examples include Westerwolds in combination with white clover, or Italian ryegrass and sanfoin.”

Another maize option within the SFI is CIPM3. “It is designed for implementation in the spring and can be taken up in conjunction with CSAM2, or as an option in its own right,” said Mr Turner. “The payment for CIPM3 is £55/ha, which is o ered for undersowing maize with a grass/ clover mixture. The timing would be the 5–6 maize leaf stage, which is usually in June.

“The cost of establishment is approximately £100/ha for seed, fuel and labour, but the practice could supply roughly 30kg of nitrogen/ha for the following crop. Another bonus is the improved ground travel at maize harvest time, and it carries the same plus points of soil structure enhancement and reduced nutrient losses as CSAM2.

“Growers who take up the CIPM3 option should bear in mind that damage

to young maize plants must be avoided when undersowing, as they are vulnerable in the early stages. There must also be adequate soil moisture at sowing.”

On farms where maize acts as a break crop in temporary grassland, the SFI SOH4 option could be attractive, he pointed out.

“The SOH4 payment is £203/ha,” said Mr Turner. “It is o ered for cover crop establishment after an early maize harvest, or for maintaining a previously established undersown/companion crop. It may not be applicable this year, however, as the rules state the aim of establishment by mid-October, although it could form part of a future rotation. It involves a three-year commitment.”

Break crop advantages

In terms of its bene ts as a break crop, maize has many advantages over some of the alternatives.

“Maize can make an excellent entry for a rst wheat, giving an opportunity for black grass control and providing an e ective break for most diseases, resulting in a subsequent yield boost for a following cereal crop. It can also be sold straight o the eld or made into a high-value silage for livestock, at a time when producers are looking to increase home-grown feed production,” said

Mr Turner. FG

Maize can be sold straight o the eld or made into a high-value silage for livestock.

Tom Turner of seed breeder KWS.

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designed to streamline work ows and consistent precision, FJD says it helps to reduce inputs and increase productivity, ultimately enhancing pro tability and e ciency of agricultural operations.

Electric autosteering systems

FJD provides two options for electric autosteering systems – AT1 and AT2 – which use electric motors to automate steering.

By reducing the need for manual control and providing precise guidance, these systems help to reduce labour costs, lower fuel consumption, and increase consistency in crop production. With these systems, FJD says you can deal with various working scenarios assisted by autosteering and positioning technologies, helping you achieve higher yields at lower costs. Key features include:

• U-turn – Designed to seamlessly guide your tractor through smooth auto turns at the end of rows, it optimises manoeuvrability and ensures continuity in your day-to-day farming operations

• Accuracy compensation – The autosteering systems support a wide range of speeds, from 0.1–26kph, to cater to various scenarios. It maintains an accuracy of 2.5cm to meet multiple farm demands, including working on a sloping terrain, executing low-speed tasks such as potato planting, and performing high-speed operations like crop protection and fertilising The autosteer systems are useful for the majority of farming operations including cultivations, drilling, spraying and harvesting.

Hydraulic autosteering system

FJD also o ers hydraulic autosteering solutions for those who prefer to keep their original steering wheel. The company says that by delivering outstanding automatic steering performance, its AHI hydraulic autosteer system boosts comfort and reduces fatigue, catering to di erent operator needs and preferences.

Integrating GNSS technology, the AH1 empowers agricultural machinery to e ectively regulate steering oil, achieving 2.5cm steering accuracy.

Its robust force and quick responsiveness make it the perfect t for large agricultural machinery that requires signi cant steering power, enhancing both accuracy and e ciency in eld operations. Key features include:

• Powerful steering for larger machinery – By directly and quickly driving the steering wheels through hydraulic power, AH1 is better suited for larger tractors and heavy-duty agricultural machinery

• Enhanced steering e ciency – By keeping the steering wheel and steering column stationary during operation, the AH1 e ectively minimises vibrations from rough terrain, ensuring precise and stable performance in uneven elds and high-speed modes

• Wide compatibility – The AH1 is highly compatible with a wide range of agricultural machinery, including di erent tractor brands and heavy-duty equipment, and even those tractors whose steering wheels are di cult to remove

• Terrain compensation – The AH1 maintains reliable accuracy even in challenging landscapes, including rolling terrains, slopes and rough ground.

Manual driving guidance system

In addition to the autosteering systems, FJD also o ers a manual driving guidance system, providing decent path-planning functions at an “entry-level” price.

The AG1 manual guidance system integrates various positioning technologies (PPP RTK, SBAS),

o ering precise location accuracy of up to 2.5cm for manual steering and assisting users in staying on the planned path. With its simpli ed con guration and an entry-level price, it signi cantly boosts e ciency while keeping costs in check, providing a streamlined experience. Key features include:

• E ortless installation – With only a guidance terminal and wirelessly connected GNSS receiver, you can e ortlessly set it up and say goodbye to the hassle of a wired connection for a simpli ed, intuitive experience

• Multiple accuracy solutions – In addition to general GNSS services, the system can deliver 10–20cm accuracy utilising PPP (Galileo and BeiDou supported) and 20–50cm accuracy by SBAS without the need for network or base station infrastructure. Additionally, exceptional positioning accuracy of 2.5cm can be achieved through RTK with network or base station

• Isobus – With a wireless Isobus module, the system o ers VT/TC capabilities, facilitating real-time monitoring and control of equipment. This streamlines essential tasks like seeding, fertilising and spraying, signi cantly boosting work e ciency and minimising waste

• Versatile guidance lines – The AG1 o ers a variety of guidance lines, including straight, curve, A+ line, pivot, and line group, catering to diverse eld shapes and operational requirements, assisting operators in staying on the planned path.

Cambus for guidance-ready tractors has been newly released. FG

Hire or buy? Pros and cons of tractor hire

As if choosing the right tractor wasn’t hard enough, you still have to decide if you should rent or purchase, points out Ashbrook Ltd.

The pros of tractor hire, Ashbrook Ltd says, are:

• Lower cost: Hiring is signi cantly cheaper than the initial outlay of purchasing. Plus, there’s no need for expensive borrowing and the cost remains xed for the term of hire.

• Straight-forward accounting: The cost of your tractor is a business expense and therefore fully tax deductible each year. Not to mention you’re carrying one

The benefits of cordless and brushless power tools

When considering performance, convenience, and maintenance, cordless and brushless technology has revolutionised the power tool market, Sealey reckons.

Cordless power tools o er unparalleled mobility, which enhances productivity, especially in areas where plugging in a tool is inconvenient or impossible. Sealey’s tool kits also come with a handy storage bag. One of the most signi cant advantages of cordless tools is the versatility o ered by onebattery platforms. With Sealey, you can build your cordless tool kit over time, allowing you to invest in extra batteries, so your tools keep working while you recharge.

Sealey says its selection of 20V tools with brushless motors o ers high e ciency, for better runtime and performance. Brushless motors adjust their power output according to the task at hand, leading to longer battery life and less frequent recharges. Fewer contact parts result in less wear and tear inside the motor, providing a longer lifespan for the tool and reduced downtime caused by repairs.

For more information, visit www.sealey.co.uk FG

fewer depreciating asset on your books.

• Access to the latest technology: By hiring you always have the latest technology and new tractors in your eet.

• Maximise tractor utilisation: Don’t have expensive kit standing in quiet times with a short-term hire to cover your busy periods.

• And the suggested cons:

• Availability of tractors: Whilst it’s not normally a problem, in some rare cases, you might nd that there’s high demand for the exact tractor you want, when you

need it.

• Lack of customisation: If you want a short-term hire of only a couple days or weeks some very speci c features or functionality

may be di cult to hire.

With lots of nancial and practical bene ts and very few cons, hiring a tractor could be just what you need, Ashbrook Ltd concludes. FG

closure of Su olk branch

After serving the community for nearly 40 years, the MKM Agriculture directors announced the decision to close the Bury St Edmunds branch, in Ixworth Thorpe, Su olk, at the end of July.

The store’s last operational day will be Friday 30th August 2024.

A company spokesperson said: “The directors of MKM Agriculture Limited are always seeking how we can best serve our current and indeed future customers.

“It has become increasingly obvious that the best way to achieve a more productive and service driven business is to streamline the process and to focus on core strengths.

“MKM Agriculture has been serving the community for nearly 40 years, and that focus has been achieved by centring our service for the agriculture and associated business.”

The garden and compact machinery specialist con rmed that normal service of sales will continue, and all orders will be delivered as planned.

All business after 30th August will be handled by MKM Agriculture’s Bedford branch.

All service work currently booked in will be completed and returned.

The company added that the Su olk team will no longer take on any new service work unless they have the availability to complete it before the closure date.

The MKM Agriculture directors added: “We would like to take this opportunity to publicly thank our Ixworth Thorpe sta members for their service.

“For further information please contact our Bedford branch on 01234 768889 – or e-mail info@ mkmagri.com.” FG

Contractor praises spreader’s build quality

Robert Hamilton’s 2017 Bunning Lowlander 105 standard body, and 2021 Lowlander 105 Compact, both with Widebody augers, handle a solid workload for his busy contracting business in Strathaven, Scotland.

Spreading happens alongside grass harvest, so Robert needs reliability and strong build quality for faultless operation, which is why he converted to Bunning from another brand several years ago.

“We contract for several dairy farms that are still bedding on straw and don’t own a spreader.

I’ve run Bunning machines since 2010, and it is di cult to fault them from the spread pattern to the paint work. One of the biggest bene ts is that we don’t require much dealer support as they rarely break down, which can’t be said for every machine we run.”

The Lowlander 105 Compact is an essential part of the eet and allows Robert to access some of the tight gateways and yards

of his customers. The Lowlander 105 Compact measures 6.5m long, whereas the Lowlander 105 standard body is 7.5m.

“The customers like the Compact machine. It ts in nicely behind the tractor but has the same carrying capacity as the standard machine and the output is similar. The guys will use this over the standard body spreader, and it is the one we will keep renewing as it handles more work. I wouldn’t consider any other brand for our spreading workload.” FG

Contractor Robert Hamilton.

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WINNERS CELEBRATE SECURING A KRAMP CULTIVATE A GENERATION GRANT

Farmers Guide spoke with some of the Kramp Cultivate a Generation winners to discover the di erence it has made to them.

According to Kramp sales director, Des Boyd, the Kramp Cultivate a Generation fund provides £30,000 yearly to farmers, farming families and agricultural engineers. It was set up at the end of 2023 to support farmers, young and old, farming families, contractors and agricultural engineers by providing essential workshop equipment to cultivate their skills, knowledge, and passion for agriculture.

Isabel Verey, young farmer winner in February 2024: Isabel is 20 years old and currently in the process of taking over the family farm, Ampney Down Farm, from her father. The farm comprises 40 suckler cows and their calves, plus a few followers and a livery yard. Isabel is working hard to diversify their income streams following the decline of BPS and applied for the ‘Young Farmer’ category, hoping some winnings would a ord her the chance to implement some of her own ideas.

“Initially, I was really surprised when I heard I’d won, but it soon sank in and felt great. As water is one of our biggest issues on the farm, I’d been thinking of ways to alternate the grazing areas of our livestock whilst xing drainage. The money went towards fencing and water management and helped me show my parents that my ideas work!”

Bayley Anderson, agri engineer winner in April 2024: Bayley grew up on his family’s small beef farm in Cambridgeshire and often xed machinery himself. Now 22, he’s fully embracing his Claas apprenticeship

and building experience and skills for his career as an agricultural engineer.

“I was really thrilled when I heard I'd won, and excited too. It was just a one-o application. I’m fairly new to the industry (four years experience) and am currently saving for a decent air compressor for my van. These winnings will go towards that.

But more importantly, Kramp has contributed to my future, and I can’t thank them enough.”

For more information about whether you qualify and to apply for a grant, visit the Kramp UK website: www.kramp.com/shop-gb/en/l/ cultivate-a-generation

Read about more of the winners online at www.farmersguide.co.uk FG

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Isabel Verey, young farmer winner.

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IS YOUR GRASSLAND WINTER-READY?

The Ceres Sub-Line Grassland Subsoiler is a low-cost, but highly e cient way to rejuvenate and sustain healthy grassland, by relieving compression from the year’s livestock, water and general tra c, with minimal disturbance, and helping to prevent water damage and further compression throughout the winter.

The Sub-Line is designed to achieve the maximum e ciency from your soil by lifting

and shattering compaction, allowing air, water and nutrients to ow into the substructure, thus enabling the roots and microbacteria to ful l their potential. The strong environmental credentials of this machine include its contoured, low-draft legs, which are mounted in-line, achieving great lift and shatter with minimal horsepower and fuel consumption. It also helps water dissipate through the soil structure preventing ash run-o , or worse,

standing water that will further compact the soil, deprive the soil of oxygen and emit greenhouse gases. Additionally, like all Ceres machinery, the Sub-Line is designed, built and manufactured in the UK, reducing its carbon footprint.

The Sub-Line is suitable for all levels of soil management, including contractors and farmers, and as it has been designed for UK soils, it can be more e ective than other more expensive machines. The leading discs have independent suspension to help prevent damage to the discs and overload and shock of bearings.

All of the discs can be adjusted with one handle, which has six working positions and one out-of-work position. The discs can be kept in their optimum working position, cutting through the sward cleanly, allowing the leg to pass through without tearing the surface. Each of the legs are mounted on the substantial frame, with two M16 shear bolts for protection. The legs, knock on points and all other wearing components are widely available, which reduces cost and downtime.

It is equipped with a 460mm diameter at rear roller, which has simple dual turn-buckle adjustment to control the working depth of the machine, and leaves a neat, level nish across the width of the work. There is a galvanised, adjustable scraper mounted within the roller arms to prevent congestion and build-up.

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New Holland’s new combine is attracting plenty of interest from potential customers during low-key demonstration days this harvest. David Williams spent a day with it.

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NEW FLAGSHIP COMBINE IMPRESSES WITH ITS PERFORMANCE IN OILSEED RAPE

Since it was previewed on New Holland’s Agritechnica stand last autumn, the new CR11 together with its slightly less powerful sibling, the CR10, has intrigued large-scale growers and contractors keen to nd out how it performs.

The two new combines are almost identical apart from the engine and grain tank capacities, but with more than 100hp separating the models the CR11 is aimed rmly at those needing the work rate available from a 50ft header, while the CR10 is ideal for working widths of 40–45ft.

Meeting challenge of oilseed rape

Farmers Guide saw the CR11 partnered with a MacDon FlexDraper FD250 50ft header, harvesting oilseed rape on an estate in North Norfolk, as part of a by-invitation demonstration tour by dealer, Ernest Doe.

“It’s accepted that most high output combines perform best in conventional cereal crops, but oilseed rape can be more of a challenge,” explained New Holland demonstrator Stephen Loughnane. “One of the key requirements during the new CR model’s design process was that they would harvest the crop easily without losses or damage. It’s an important factor for potential customers making a buying decision.”

and there is a huge amount of automation including IntelliSense which uses grain quality cameras and a network of sensors to constantly optimise harvesting performance. Closed loop systems check, adjust and re-check constantly, with operator intervention required to verify that required standards are being met. The optional NutriSense NIR sensor records grain quality and nutrient levels in real-time.

Complete redesign

Compared to New Holland’s previous agships – the CR10.90, and the CR9.90 – the new CR10 and CR11 models are almost completely redesigned. Stephen told Farmers Guide that out of approximately 7,500 component parts, only 500 are shared between the machines. The biggest carry over is the cab, although the new models feature new seats, terminals and additional automation.

E cient drivelines

and reversed, making it easy to clear blockages from the cab.

An optional heavy-duty variable speed drive is available for use with large maize headers.

Threshing and separation

At 3.7m long and 600mm diameter, the new rotors are more than one metre longer and 5cm larger diameter than those of the CR10.90, allowing them to achieve thorough separation while treating fragile crops and straw gently. Each rotor has 40 standard rasp bars, eight HX rasp bars and 12 spiked rasp bars. Adjustable vanes allow the operator to select the number of times the crop travels around the rotors from three to nine times, to suit the crop type and conditions.

The new, longer rotors mean that no Positive Discharge Belt is required. Previously this was needed to deliver heavy, wet straw to the chopper or out of the back of the combine for swathing.

Impressive credentials

The CR11 has 775hp constantly available, a 20,000-litre grain tank, and the demonstration machine with a 50ft MacDon header is believed to be the widest combine currently operating in the UK.

Almost everything is adjustable from the seat;

One of the biggest changes is to the power transmission. This is simpli ed and a new layout reduces power losses. The new engine is mounted longitudinally, o set to one side compensating for the lengthy unloading auger, and angled down towards the front of the combine to minimise changes in direction in the power train on the way to the rotor drive. A transmission unit incorporating hydraulic drives, the drive clutch for the header and CVT drive to the rotors is direct mounted to the rear of the engine. The CVT transmits power through a three-speed reduction box to the rotor and allows the threshing system to be disengaged

Ensuring a clean sample

The CR10 and CR11 combines feature a new TwinClean cleaning shoe, incorporating two cleaning systems running simultaneously. There are two upper sieves, two lower sieves, and two clean grain augers. The cleaning area has been increased to 8.76m2. It is wider, and the centre bar between the sieves has been removed, so the full surface area is available for crop processing.

Unlike the previous agship combine, the new models no longer rely on a self-levelling cleaning system to maintain e cient operation on slopes. Instead, the sieves use a side-shaking action to

continuously redistribute the separated crop across the surface. The innovative but simple system keeps losses close to zero even on slopes up to 28%.

The clean grain elevator is rated at up to 200t/hr, and an optional NutriSense NIR sensor was tted to the elevator of the demonstration machine.

A grain monitoring camera detects damaged grains and admixture. Anything not considered to be grains in good condition is highlighted on the in-cab display, and this data is also used by the combine’s harvesting optimisation system with automatic adjustments based on acceptable levels set by the operator.

Residue management

The straw chopper has two operating speeds –adjustable from the cab. Retractable knives allow the user to reduce the chopping e ort and power demand when conditions are favourable.

Residues are spread across up to 60ft, and IntelliSpread radar spread pattern monitoring constantly checks the performance and adjusts the bias to compensate for variations caused by uneven terrain and windy conditions.

High productivity

The CR10 and CR11 are both capable of operating with a wide range of headers from 10.6–15.0m, in xed, exible knife and draper types as well as corn/ maize headers from 12–16 rows. The elevator comes standard with front face adjustment and lateral tilt controlled from the cab. The crop is fed to the proven Dynamic Feed Roll system which accelerates the crop and divides it into two even streams for feeding into the two longitudinal threshing and separating rotors. The rotors are protected from foreign object damage by stone traps which are emptied from the cab.

The CR11 grain tank holds 20,000 litres and unloads at 210-litres/sec, while the CR10 holds 16,000 litres and unloads at 159-litres/sec. The unloading system automatically shuts o the cross-auger within the grain tank ahead of the main unloading auger so that it empties before folding. The CR11 allows the user to shut o one cross-auger to reduce the unloading rate by 50%, making it easier to top o trailers. A pivoting spout is standard.

Existing cab with new technology

The cab is like current CR models, apart from the latest IntelliView 12 terminal. There are two of the terminals – one on the armrest and one higher up on the front windscreen pillar. On the

demonstration machine, the upper screen displayed information from the NIR sensor, and the lower terminal was used to monitor combine performance and to display the IntelliSense settings.

Crop volumes and yields are calculated and monitored by a Mass Flow system which, once calibrated at the start of the harvest, will maintain accuracy for all crops within 0.5%.

Easy to live with

With the new drive arrangement, the combine remains the same overall width for transport as before, even with wider track belts.

Manoeuvrability is even better than before, assisted by the rear axle moving to the left or right during turns. The tight turning circle was demonstrated on headlands just one 50ft bout wide where the combine turned back on itself for consecutive passes.

Daily maintenance and checks are minimal. The cooling pack is located between the engine and the grain tank where it has access to cool, cleaner air. The fuel tank holds 1,500 litres – more than enough for a full day of work.

A day with the CR11

Farmers Guide spent a day in late July with the CR11, cutting oilseed rape on a North Norfolk estate. The MacDon header ensured an even feed to the intake elevator, and even where there were green areas of crop these fed in smoothly to the separation and cleaning system.

The engine’s maximum 775hp is always available and a display in the corner of the Intellivew screen shows the percentage of available power being utilised. Anything over 100% means that the phenomenal torque reserve is being used to maintain the revs, and it isn’t until the graph displays more than 130% power that the engine speed is pulled back by the extreme loads. The cab is quiet, and the visibility is excellent. During unloading, the auger pivots forwards of its central position to align with the cab window and steps. This allows the driver a very good view of the load entering the trailer, a particular advantage when topping o as even a two-second spillage represents almost half a tonne of crop on the oor.

Positive customer reaction

“Feedback from potential customers has been extremely positive,” explained Ernest Doe, New Holland harvester brand manager, Matt Boardley. “Everyone is excited to see the new technology in action and to experience the next generation of harvesting machinery.”

Matt said that CR9.90 and CR10.90 models remain extremely popular. “The CR10.90 is the current world record holder and customers love its simple design and reliability.

“There is interest in the latest CR10 and CR11 machines from large scale farmers currently using the CR10.90, and both models have also attracted the attention of those with competitor brands. The addition of new agship models to the line-up will also increase interest in smaller machines, so we expect a busy year. High-capacity combines represent a considerable investment, but across our trading area customers know that they can depend on the back-up of the Ernest Doe team to maximise uptime, especially with superb parts availability provided by New Holland in the UK.” FG

Pictured with the New Holland CR11 combine during the Ernest Doe demonstration are (l-r) Ernest Doe New Holland harvester brand manager, Matt Boardley, with New Holland demonstrator Stephen Loughnane and Ernest Doe combine demonstrator, Josh Parkinson.

The cab is like that of the CR9.90 and CR10.90 models, but the CR10 and CR11 feature new IntelliView 12 displays, improved seats and extra tech.

NutriSense uses a near infra-red camera (NIR) to analyse the crop as it travels up the clean grain elevator.

Optional IntelliSpread utilises radar sensors each side of the straw chopper to monitor spread performance.

John Deere staged a press event in Germany in mid-August, at which there was the opportunity to experience the latest combines, tractors and sprayers working in the field. David Williams was there.

NEW TRACTORS, COMBINES AND SPRAYERS IN ACTION AT GERMAN PRESS EVENT

The new 6M-series tractors were the star attraction, and new S- and T-series combines were demonstrating harvesting an extremely damp wheat crop. A new self-propelled sprayer was available for test-drives, while John Deere’s See & Spray spray system was partnered with new Individual Nozzle Control Pro on a trailed sprayer, demonstrating how the two systems bene t customers in a typical eld situation.

6M-series tractors

The new 6M-series tractor line-up features 17 models, across ve frame sizes, and from 105–275hp (rated), 120–281hp (max with IPM). Updated styling and new numbering brings 6M models in line with other models in the range. Crossover between power outputs and frame sizes allows for customer preference, including a new 4cyl 6M 150 with a 2,580mm wheelbase, and a 6M 145 with 6cyl and a 2,765mm wheelbase. The line up also includes new extra-large frame sized 6M 230 and 6M 250 models with a 2,900mm wheelbase. Power is from 4.5-litre, 4cyl, or 6.8-litre, 6cyl engines, all with Intelligent Power Management (IPM) providing up to an extra 20hp for transport or PTO applications.

Extra transmission choice

Extra transmission choice includes mechanical PowrQuad Plus with soft shifting through AutoQuad Plus with speed matching; CommandQuad Plus with enhanced automatic capability to stepless AutoPowr which is an option for all models. A new maximum 50kph transport speed is also available for all models with AutoQuad Plus and AutoPowr transmissions. “We are the only manufacturer o ering 50kph capability in the compact 2,400mm wheelbase

class, and we know it’s something farmers need to optimise their working e ciency and productivity,” stressed product marketing manager for 6M tractors, Timo Kissinger, at the event.

Upgraded hydraulics

Rear lift capacity is from 5.7t to 9.9t depending on the model. Hydraulic ow rates are from 114–195 litres/min.

Previously, lower rated axles meant recommended tyre options were always one size smaller than for equivalent 6R models, but the new 6M series shares the same axles and features an uprated steering system, so now tyres up to 2.05m diameter as well as VF tyres are available from the factory.

Cabs and controls

One of the biggest di erences between the 6M- and 6R-series is the cab size. A revised layout includes a large, clear corner post screen displaying essential operating data, with menus and settings accessed and activated by a scroll switch. Buyers can choose between a right-hand control console and a compact CommandArm for all models. Timo pointed out that the new 6M-series allows customers to select equipment and a speci cation to precisely match their needs. “We can supply the premium stepless AutoPowr transmission with the control joystick on either the compact CommandArm armrest or on the right-hand console, and with mechanical or electronic hydraulic controls. Cab suspension, LED lighting and a reversible cooling fan are available across the range.

John Deere’s latest 6M-series includes models up to 275hp (rated), 281hp (max with IPM).

With its sloping bonnet and short 2.4m wheelbase, the 6M 95 is ideal for operating in con ned areas. Stepless AutoPowr is a new transmission option for the smallest 6M tractor.

Latest 6M-series cabs feature a new A-pillar display. Buyers have a choice of right-hand console or compact CommandArm armrest-mounted controls.

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Buyers can select the size and power they want and pay only for the equipment they need.”

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The latest 10.5in G5 or 12.8in G5 Plus terminals are an option, with full AEF Isobus certi cation and providing access to AutoTrac, Section Control, Variable Rate Applications and documentation. Data Sync allows wireless sharing of eld data and guidance lines between machines. JDLink telematics provide remote operator support and makes it easier to monitor service requirements.

6M or 6R?

Premium 6R models feature a larger cab, an IPM boost of 40hp rather than 20hp which is also available for hydraulic applications, and a higher standard hydraulic speci cation with even faster ow rates available as an option.

“Most demand for the new 6M models will be from current 6M owners as well as those switching from other makes,” explained UK marketing manager, Chris Wiltshire. “Demand is likely to be strong for the new 6cyl 6M 145 with up to 171hp which is an attractive entry-level 6cyl model, while the stepless AutoPowr transmission now available even for our smaller models will increase their appeal, especially for loader work.

“Current 6R-series owners updating their tractors are more likely to remain loyal to the 6R, mainly due to the more spacious operator environment, but also for the additional power through IPM including for hydraulic applications, as well as the higher standard equipment level.”

Combine news

Previewed at the Cereals event in June, John Deere has updated its T- and S-series combines. The biggest change is the cab – identical now to the agship X9-series with more space (3.68m3), LED lighting, the optional ActiveSeat 2, a new corner post display and footpegs at the base of the steering column. All models also include a dust-sealed, selfclosing door.

The latest G5Plus CommandCenter display monitors and adjusts the separation and cleaning systems, and JDLink connectivity provides straightforward data management. Main functions are controlled through the CommandPro joystick. The new T-series includes four T5 models with ve straw-walkers and four T6 models with 6 strawwalkers. The four S7 models are rotary.

New T5 and T6 models

The T5 line-up starts with the T5 400 with 305hp from a 6.8-litre PowerTech engine. Other variants use the JD9X 9-litre engine producing 348hp in the T5 500 and T6 500 models; 387hp in the T5 600 and T6 600; 421hp in T5 700 and T6 700 and the agship T6 800 has 466hp. Grain tank capacities are 10,000 or 11,500 litres for T5 models, and 11,000 or 13,500 litres for T6 models.

The new G5Plus CommandCenter can be supplemented with a G5Plus extended monitor to control more functions simultaneously, including AutoPath, Machine Sync or Grain Sensing. John Deere HarvestLab provides real-time analysis of moisture, protein and starch in wheat and barley, making it easier to manage the harvesting operation and logistics to maximise market values for the produce.

Residue management technology is borrowed from the X9-series.

S7 series

There are four larger S7-series models. The S7 700 is powered by the same JD9X engine as T-series models, while the S7 800, S7 850 and S7 900 use the 13.6-litre JD14X power unit. With HarvestMotion management, the JD14X produces maximum power at only 2,000rpm, and exceptional torque levels maintain working speed under heavy loads.

Optional technology packages include Harvest Settings Automation – where automatic adjustment of ve internal settings takes place while harvesting, based on grain loss, foreign material and broken grain limits. Predictive Ground Speed Automation uses live camera feedback to detect crop height and/or laid crops in front of the table, while biomass data obtained from satellite images is used to optimally adjust combine settings and ground speed in real time. John Deere combine product specialist, Jonathan Edwards explained that the satellite images are especially useful when thick dust blocks the cab camera view, while the cab cameras can operate independently to compensate for a lack of satellite data. The automation system will always try to use images from both sources simultaneously for optimum results.

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John Deere product marketing manager for 6M tractors, Timo Kissinger is pictured with the 6M 125 which boasts up to 150hp despite its compact size.

 The new T6 700 was demonstrated harvesting wheat in di cult conditions at the event.

 New 2025 model T- and S-series combines gain the cab from the agship X9-series, with additional technology.

Harvesting with the T6 700 (above left); the lower terminal displays yield while the top terminal records crop moisture levels. The S7 900 demonstration (above right) featured new Predictive Groundspeed Automation, utilising satellite images of the eld and crop (top screen) and images from the cab-mounted cameras (bottom screen).

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 The new 332 M self-propelled sprayer with a front cab, 3,200-litre tank and 175hp engine.

 See & Spray uses cameras within the boom to detect target plants for spraying.

farming applications include AutoTrac, AutoTrac turn automation, Documentation and DataSync. JDLink provides two-way connectivity for automatic uploading of crop and machine data to the John Deere Operations Center, and for remote monitoring in real-time.

In the field

Farmers Guide spent time in the new T6 700 and the S7 900, harvesting wheat.

Heavy rain the night before the event meant wheat moisture levels were up around 26%, even though the crop was over ripe. With some at crop to deal with, the Predictive Groundspeed Automation System of the S7 900 was given a fair test. The image from the cab mounted cameras was displayed on one screen while the satellite eld image was displayed on the other. After the operator had set and con rmed acceptable grain loss levels and a maximum harvesting speed, the automatic systems then maintained the performance.

The new cabs are superb; quiet and extremely comfortable with a great view across the header and of the unloading spout and trailer when emptying the tank. Availability of John Deere’s new automation systems should help owners obtain even better performance from their machine investment.

New self-propelled sprayer

The new 300M-series self-propelled sprayers feature a front cab and are available as the 332M with a 3,200-litre tank, a 175hp 4cyl engine, a 3.1m wheelbase and a 3.8m turning radius, or a 340M with a 4,000-litre tank, a 225hp engine, a 3.4m wheelbase and a 4.2m turning radius.

The 332M is available with 24m or 28m steel booms or stainless-steel, air assisted booms. The 340M is available with steel booms from 24–36m and stainless-steel, air assisted booms of 24m or 28m. Individual nozzle control is an option.

Automatic wheel track adjustment is available from 150–180cm, 180–225cm or 225–300cm, allowing compatibility with a wide range of crops. Equal weight distribution between the front and rear wheels reduces compaction and optimises performance in di cult conditions.

The new sprayers come with John Deere Precision Ag Essentials, including a StarFire receiver, the G5Plus Universal display and JD Link. A cat 4 cabin is standard.

The spray system utilises John Deere’s PowrSpray two-circuit liquid pump arrangement for fast tank lling at up to 600 litres/min and precise output up to 750 litres/min at three bars. PowrSpray adjusts pump output from minimum to maximum in just

three seconds, and the direct rate control provides accuracy up to 98%.

Improved accuracy

Individual Nozzle Control Pro is a new option, ensuring homogenous spray applications at any speed. Using Pulse Width Modulation through which jets open and close up to 15 times per second, spray rates from 0–100% are achieved while maintaining ideal application pressures for the selected nozzles to produce droplets of uniform size and for maximum e cacy. Nozzles are spaced at 25cm, and each nozzle alternates switching with its partner ensuring consistent application across the target area. Partnered with PowrSpray, the liquid supply is always perfectly matched to the demand. John Deere explained that by adjusting individual nozzle rates to achieve even coverage during turns, input savings up to 5% can be achieved.

See & Spray

See & Spray uses boom-mounted cameras to detect colour di erences for targeted treatment of weeds. Cameras at one metre spacing supply images to a processing system. Each processor analyses images from eight cameras and controls 16 nozzles at 50cm spacing. The PowrSpray system means pump delivery and liquid ow responds quickly to changing demand as target plant populations vary. As well as the camera system, the G5Plus terminal, a StarFire receiver, JD Link and the JD Operations Center are required, and an annual licence for the software is also needed which covers any amount of sprayed area. For pre-em applications of non-selective herbicides, 98–100% accuracy has been achieved in trials, while for post-emergence applications in row crops at 25–100cm row spacing using conventional herbicides, the accuracy was 95–98%. Input cost savings of 70% are typical.

See & Spray added to a 36m sprayer costs approximately £82,000, plus an annual subscription. Chris Wiltshire told Farmers Guide that there is considerable interest in the system, particularly for treatment of higher value vegetable crops and for sugar beet. Orders are being taken now, and the system will be available this spring.

Lower cost precision ag

A Precision Ag Essentials Package was announced, providing a cost-e ective retro t solution for those with older or basic spec tractors but who want to bene t from the latest precision ag technology.

Including the G5Plus Universal Display with full AEF Isobus compatibility, a StarFire 7500 Universal Receiver with SF1 signal correction for accuracy down to +/-15cm and a JDLink modem with JDLink connectivity, the cost is 2,990 Euros, plus tting.

There are two guidance licences to choose from. For €1,499, the licence includes full AEF Isobus compatibility, AutoTrac Guidance, AutoTrac Row Sense and AutoTrac TIM. A premium Precision Ag License costing €2,990/year adds Section Control, SF-RTK signal correction with year-to-year repeatability down to +/-2.5cm accuracy, AutoPath (Rows) and AutoPath (Boundaries). FG

The S7 900 performed well in the di cult wheat crop as the Predictive Groundspeed Automation automatically adjusted work rates to allow for variations in crop yield and whether it was standing or laid.

John Deere UK marketing manager, Chris Wiltshire (left) with manager, public communications, fairs & events, Tilmann Köller.

Cameras at one metre spacing send images to processors for analysis. Weeds highlighted in yellow on the display.

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When looking for a self-propelled slurry spreader, the name Vervaet was at the forefront of the search for a contracting company in Shepton Mallet.

VERVAET SLURRY SPREADER hits the mark for Somerset-based contractors

The Quad 550 was launched around three years ago and there are already nine working around the UK. With increased demand for greater capacity, the Quad XL was introduced last year and, with two UK sales already, it seems that the Quad and the Quad XL are hitting the right spot with UK farmers and contractors alike.

Farmers Guide caught up with Sion Williams, sales director from J Riley, the sole UK importer of Vervaet, and farmer and contractor Julian Clothier, whose new contracting rm, JJ Agrifert has recently taken delivery of a standard Quad 550, to see how the machine performs in the eld.

Sion explained the ethos behind the Quad: “Vervaet’s existing range of three- and ve-wheeled machines were not quite right for the UK market, where most of the work is in tramlines; so starting with a clean sheet of paper, Vervaet developed the four-wheeled Quad. Although designed with the UK in mind, the Quad has also found favour with farmers in Germany, Belgium and France.”

gearboxes, one for each axle, as well as mechanical axles with constant four-wheel drive.

The hydraulic motors can be independently locked temporarily to act as a di lock, should it be needed. The engine produces a massive 2,650Nm of torque at just 1,200rpm, which helps to keep fuel consumption down.

It has a special cooling system that allows it to work at full load in temperatures of up to 45°C. The radiator has been placed at the front of the machine to minimise cooling issues created by dust and crop residue, and it has an auto reverse system to blow out any debris that does nd its way into the radiator, and all service items are located on the side of the engine which is easily accessed through the large door. This same door gives good access to all the hydraulic lters and service parts as well. Volvo Penta also has an excellent dealer network across the UK, so any engine-related service or breakdown requirements should be e ciently dealt with.

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docking arm from a tanker or slurry lagoon, or via a manual pipe tting on the front of the Quad.

The power behind the Quad 550

The 550 in the name refers to its power rating. With a Volvo Penta D13 engine producing 550hp, the Quad is capable of a working speed of 5–15kph using a Vervaet-made hydro-mechanical transmission, with four hydraulic motors, to deliver in nitely variable speed control to mechanical

Capable of spreading 100,000m3 per year, as long as the infrastructure is in place to bring the digestate to it, the tank holds 22m3 and it can spread at up to 13.5m3 per minute, depending upon the pump speci ed. The tank is made from polyethylene to help keep the weight down, and it has a slightly tapered shape to allow better visibility of the attached implement and there is also a camera tted to monitor the centre section.

With a 12,000-litres/min pump on the version Julian was using, lling can be accomplished in just two or three minutes. Within the Claas-made cab, which is pneumatically suspended and air conditioned, the machine had an NIR system from John Deere tted.

This utilises an infrared system to analyse the digestate for nitrogen, phosphate and potassium, allowing the operator to adjust the ow rate to meet any speci c NPK requirements.

There is a wide choice of tyre options, all of which keep the Quad within a 3m width, with the standard t being 900mm x 42 with options of 1,000mm or 1,250 x 42, or 900 x 38.

Wider tyres, good for working on bare land and grassland, spread the weight well, while the taller choices are better for top dressing arable crops as they raise the machine higher. An auto-grease system is included, which leaves only six grease points that require manual greasing.

Filling can be accomplished either via the 10in

There was also a screen showing GPS position and eld mapping, as well as the machine’s standard display to provide details about the tank levels, distance to empty, and application rate etc.

The display can also be custom-programmed for the operator’s di erent implements, so swapping between them becomes as simple as pressing a button. Many other operations are one-touch as well, including lling, emptying and arm docking. This particular model has the well-proven Vervaet macerator tted, which is good for digestate, but there is an option for a Vogelsang RotaCut, should the slurry be of a more ‘lumpy’ constitution. The stone trap can be emptied from the cab with the press of a single button.

The Quad’s comfortable cab is made by Claas.

A Volvo Penta 550hp D13 powers the Quad and Quad XL.

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Trailing gear

There are many options for applications tools from the likes of Bomech, Vogelsang, Evers and TBL, but J Riley will work with the farmer or contractor to t whatever brand of implement that they prefer. Isobus software is standard for communication with the implement, and this includes section control, if available on the implement, to adjust the working width, or shut o one side, if needed.

A 9t linkage, designed by Vervaet, comes with load sensing hydraulics and also has a pivot so that the attachment can remain square when the Quad is set up in crab mode, with o set front and rear wheels.

Customer opinion

Both based near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, two local farmers and contractors, Julian Clothier and James Bolton joined forces to form the JJ Agrifert partnership – a specialist contractor purely o ering slurry application.

This is their rst season o ering the contracting service, having taken delivery of the Quad 550 in March of 2024.

They exclusively use digestate bought from a local AD plant, and they expect to typically get through around 40,000–50,000m3 per year.

When the business was initially set up towards the end of 2023, Julian and James were considering a couple of options for their machine, including the Quad 550. Explaining what swayed their decision towards the Vervaet, Julian commented: “We really liked the guaranteed value that was being o ered after two years. This does, of course, assume a certain number of machine hours and quantity of slurry applied, but it was a large factor in us choosing Vervaet, as it o ers a bit of nancial peace of mind.

The XL di erence

The Quad XL is, for all intents and purposes, a standard Quad 550, but with an additional heavyduty capacity-enhancing bu er tanker added to the back to cater for those that need the extra slurry capacity or who want to use a 36m boom. The additional tanker has an 18m3 capacity, bringing the total up to an industry-leading 40m3, and has an electronically controlled steering system for accurate tramline tracking and minimal crop damage.

now they feel far more intuitive.”

When it came to a rear implement, Julian explained why they ended up with the 24m Bomech trailing shoe: “The Bomech folds up nice and compact for road transport with no additional width, which is important around our local narrow lanes. It can put up to 12kg of pressure onto each element to get the slurry down into the soil.

“This is important as it puts more of the digestate where it needed, reducing costs, and it does a neater job with less plant contamination or problems with scorched leaves.”

“We also liked that it had a larger capacity than the other machines we were looking at and that it was designed from the ground up as a slurry machine. We chose the dual wheel setup, with twin 380 x 90 on each corner, for working on maize as it allows one maize row to go between the wheels to minimise crop damage.

“We have experienced a couple of teething problems, such as a split pipe, but these are to be expected and they have been sorted promptly. J Riley/Vervaet don’t have a service agent locally, at the moment, but despite this they have xed the few problems in a timely manner, which is very important when we only have the one machine.

The additional tanker can be removed, and the Quad used on its own, or the tanker can be tted with its own macerator, pump, manifold and control system to allow it to be used as a towed slurry tank in its own right, o ering a good degree of exibility.

Easy filling process

On the day of Farmers Guide’s visit, the Quad, driven by Julian, was being supplied by two tractor/tanker combinations, a Fendt and a Massey Ferguson, and also an artic unit.

Demonstrating the lling process, the articulated lling arm makes docking easy, without needing to move either machine, and lling was quickly carried out with one touch button. “I have added my own camera to the lling arm that allows me to see a little better when docking with the tanker but, more importantly, when I am in the eld spreading, I lower the arm in such a way that it points under the front of the Quad towards the front wheel.

“The way the controls were wired were the opposite way around to my Claas combine, so to make things simpler I got the guys at J Riley to rewire them, which they did with no issues, and

When combined, the additional tank is lled rst, followed by the standard tank on the Quad. The additional tank has a small pump that feeds the Quad tank as it empties, so that the slurry is always fed to the implement from the Quad’s computer-controlled tank, to ensure continuity of the programmed requirements.

The extra tanker is tted with air brakes, which are taken from the Quad. The two sold in the UK so far have both been tted with a 36m Vogelsang

“This means that I can see better to line the wheels up with the crop. I also use the arm itself as a guide, for extra assurance. Elsewhere, the visibility is excellent with a combination of rear cameras, the side mirrors and even looking over your shoulder. We have only put around 200 hours on the machine so far, but generally we are very pleased with it. The cab, with its air con, is excellent. You really can’t beat a Claas cab,” Julian commented.

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J Riley sales director, Sion Williams (left) with farmer and contractor Julian Clothier of JJ Agrifert.

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Joskin is a company best known for its galvanised slurry tankers. Farmers Guide took a tour of the Belgium HQ and production facilities.

The Joskin company was started by Victor Joskin in 1968 when, realising that his family farm was too small to sustain the next generation, he set up his own contracting business, which quickly developed a machinery selling and servicing element. With his wife, Marie-Jose, at his side, the business grew rapidly with new premises set up in the Belgium town of Soumagne, a site where the company’s HQ still sits today. Originally covering just 5,000m2, the Soumagne factory and o ces today extends over 17ha, and is just one of ve plants owned by Joskin in Belgium, France and Poland.

The early years

In 1974, Joskin started importing and selling machinery, something the business still does to this day, with around 10 di erent brands in its portfolio. Exactly 40 years ago, in 1984, Joskin started manufacturing its own machinery, with its rst slurry tanker, a 3.5m3 vacuum tanker – a product range that it is perhaps still best known for today – followed shortly after by its patented macerator, which is licensed and used on other brands of machine.

At the forefront of slurry injection

With the important Netherlands market right on Joskin’s doorstep, and the early compulsory adoption of slurry injection taken by the geographical neighbours, just four years later Joskin started producing injection equipment, together with its macerator. Between 1999 and 2012, the company expanded, initially into Poland, to help better reach the eastern European market as well as to be able to dip into an untapped labour force. Then into Bourges, France, followed by further

THE DETAIL BEHIND SLURRY TANKER MANUFACTURING

facilities in both Belgium and France – the latter of these being the Leboulch facility obtained when Joskin took the company over in 2013.

Leboulch was a manufacturer of muck spreaders and agricultural trailers and, although now a Joskin site, the name lives on under the Joskin brand with a range of Leboulch-branded tipping trailers and muck spreaders built – mainly for the French market, until now. The Polish factory – the largest in the group – houses Joskin’s state-of-the-art galvanising plant, a very important facility for a company whose output is around 60–65% galvanised.

Back in 2010, the galvanising was all outsourced, but Joskin was struggling to make larger tankers as there were no facilities to galvanise them at that time.

The solution was to build its own facility at its Polish site and now everything built in Poland is galvanised there, with 70–80% of the total Joskin galvanised output now carried out in house. Tankers made in Belgium are galvanised in Belgium using a third party.

A large range of products

The Joskin philosophy is to manufacture as much as possible in-house, to ensure the company has the most control over quality as possible. This was obvious as Farmers Guide toured the two factory sites in Belgium, where almost everything from the axles up is produced on site. The Joskin range encompasses not only its popular slurry tankers, ranging from a 2.5m3, 6t model up to the agship 30m3, 26t unit, with single, double or triple axles; but also muck spreaders, spreading booms, slurry injectors, various types of agricultural trailers including tipping, silage, bale, grain, multi-purpose and livestock, meadow aerators, pasture toppers

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The tyre choice is very important, and the range huge.

Joskin is best known for its galvanised tankers.

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and choppers, water bowsers, slurry mixers and hydrocleaners.

Each of the ve factories specialises in at least one product, or series, so the sta in each facility are experts on that product range. In Soumagne they make the more complex tankers, like the Volumetra, Cobra or the X-trem, or ones that require lots of electro hydraulics, in Poland they make the simpler Modulo and Alpina tankers and the livestock trailers, and in the Bourges facility in France they specialise in tipping trailers.

Made to order or ‘o the shelf’

When buyers are looking at a potential purchase, they are faced with a huge array of options. While each machine that is customer speci ed is made to order, and borderline unique, Joskin does not describe them as ‘custom built’. The customer can only choose from the options available but with, for example, around 900 options on slurry tankers alone, and a choice of around 120 di erent tyres, it is probably fair to describe them as ‘semicustom’.

If a customer is looking for a more ‘standard’ machine, Joskin o er the Advantage range across its di erent machine types. Advantage models are a range of ‘production’ machines with a good, but generic, speci cation. The machines are built for stock and the identical nature of them, and the ability to buy parts in bulk, mean the Advantage range delivers a more a ordable product at an equally high quality to Joskin’s individual made-to-order machines.

A family business

A tour around the Soumagne HQ starts with the huge indoor showroom, a merchandise shop and a dealer centre o ering parts and servicing facilities. Behind the scenes there are the o ces that house all the usual administration facilities required when running an operation of this size, including a translation department that translates relevant documentation into seven languages. Joskin has around 900 employees across the ve sites and Victor Joskin’s three progenies are based there, with speci c roles in ensuring the company’s ongoing growth and success. Daughters, Vinciane and Murielle, oversee administration and nance, and HR and communications respectively, while son Didier looks after IT development and production.

Product development

Farmers Guide was given a sneak insight into an area many companies often like to keep under wraps – the development o ces where the designers were just wrapping up on the design for a new triple-axle X-trem; a eld tanker with around 30,000 litres capacity to compete with the self-propelled tankers. Each part can be developed in 3D and tested with associated parts. They can also be 3D printed if needed. Farmers Guide was also shown how all the di erent sites are ‘connected’ using the same computer system and software so, despite being in three di erent countries, the factories all speak the same ‘language’, whether that is for production, parts, price lists, accounts or any admin functions. This system allows for full traceability of the 85% of components manufactured in house, as well as the supply

of the 15% purchased from outside. Sales representative, Jean-Marc Vanempten told Farmers Guide: “We don’t see the traditional ‘seasons’ for certain equipment anymore and manufacture slurry tankers and other machines all year round, which means it is important to keep a close eye on parts supply to ensure that there is always a Joskin machine available, if needed.“

Precision manufacturing

In the production facilities Joskin has installed a precision room with a machine that can measure parts, up to 2 x 1 x 1m, in all dimensions up to 1 micron in accuracy. This allows them to produce very accurate parts over and again all within minute tolerances. The room that houses this machine is kept at a constant 20°C with controlled

humidity to remove any inaccuracies created by temperature related expansion and contraction. A 3D printer and 3D scanner are also housed here to produce prototype parts, as well as some parts used in machines such as their joystick, and to turn existing parts into computerised models. As already mentioned, Joskin produces 85% of all parts in house, and this includes items that require a very high level of machining accuracy such as hydraulic rams, of which they produce most of their own.

Jean-Marc explained: “Details like this are important as, if we buy in hydraulic rams from outside we are beholden to the supplying company to keep on producing the same spec. If they change the design, we may have to redesign our machines. This way we can design a ram to t our machine and not design our machine to t

Pictured (l-r) are the next generation of the Joskin family – Murielle, Didier and Vinciane.

All machines are tested, and all tankers are tested with air and water before being cleared from the production lines.

Manual tack welding is followed by fully automated robotic seam welding.

someone else’s ram.”

Welding and surface finishing

Although the majority of the welding carried out is done by robots, the parts that make up a typical tanker, or other machine, are usually manually tack welded rst using jigs, all made on site, to ensure consistency. To complete the welding on an 8m, 24t, triple axle body would take around three days if it was all carried out manually. The state-of-theart robot welder can do the same job in just seven hours. The downside is that to programme the robot for a particular body takes a whole week.

Much of the welding in Belgium is carried out at its Spaw Tech site. Spaw Tech is Polish for ‘welding technique’ and this is mainly what happens at this site with bare sheets of steel going in, and complete tankers coming out. The tanks are produced with sheets rolled into, typically, 2.5m cylindrical pieces, with numerous pieces joined together to create the length. The joints are tack welded manually before being put through a robotic welder to create the seams. Inside the tanker reinforcement sections are added before the ends are welded on. Interestingly, the end pieces are one of the few components not currently produced onsite, although this is due to change in the near future. Next comes the manual installation of the pre-equipment, brackets, hatches, outlets, manholes, sight gauges and other throughskin components, and the wheel arches cut out on the models that require it. It is then mounted to a cradle or frame.

All tankers are galvanised inside and out. An additional painted surface treatment can be applied as an option, on top of the galvanisation. Other machines are painted or galvanised. Although painted models are usually more coste ective to produce, and therefore cheaper to buy,

it is often the case that customers, who may have been drawn in by the price of a painted unit, will often see the bene ts of galvanising and, as such, the output is largely galvanised. Before surface nishing, all parts are shot blasted using steel balls. Painted components, or machines, are given a coat of epoxy primer followed by a two-component paint application. Galvanised machines are hot dipped in a four-coat process with the rst three coats being a mixture of steel and zinc before a nal outer coat is applied, which is slightly less hard to absorb the knocks and scrapes.

Running gear

Axles are not produced by Joskin, but as for all other parts coming from other manufacturers, Joskin looks to work with the best product available. This is why the company works with a choice of either ADR or BPW axles on all its machines, and all brake systems have to be checked to meet regulations.

Even the tyres, of which there are many, have to be approved. The tyres are one of the most important, and rst, options that need to be picked on a made-to-order machine as the wrong tyre choice, for its intended use, can turn an otherwise good machine into a bad machine. The axles are always bolted on all the machines, to always allow for adjustments and easier maintenance.

Parts and storage

Joskin utilises large ‘rolodex’ style systems to store some of the many parts needed in production. These systems are fully automated and extend to the height of the factory.

All parts are marked with a part number, a QR code and a part description in ve languages. All machines come with a unique part list created against their chassis number and that represents

all the individual options and components installed, so that even two seemingly identical machines can have slightly di erent parts lists if, for example, a di erent pump has been speci ed. The parts for each machine are picked, labelled with the chassis number and packed onto trolleys ready for assembly.

Production lines

At the Soumagne plant they run two production lines; one for the standard ‘Advantage’ range and the second for the more custom products. The galvanised or painted components are brought together here with the running gear, electronics, hydraulics and all other components to make the complete machine. Some pre-assembly may have been carried out ‘upstream’ but with all parts identi ed by chassis number there is complete control of ensuring that the correct components are tted to the right machine. Once a machine reaches the end of the line, it is put through a thorough inspection. The hydraulics and electrics are tested, and the unit is attached to a tractor for any ne adjustment. When a tanker is nished, it is always tested with water before being cleared. The Joskin philosophy is that when a machine leaves the factory, it should be ‘ready to use’.

Joskin currently exports to around 60 countries around the world and has over 130,000 machine sales to date. The company is not resting on its laurels though; it has a forward-looking philosophy and has other projects, that it is keeping close to its chest, in the pipeline. Victor Joskin and son Didier are both particularly technically minded and, as such, they ensure that pro ts are reinvested in modern production tools and facilities to ensure that the business remains competitive and at the leading edge of agricultural machine production into the future.

Joskin uses autonomous welding machines.

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The problem with SARA

“Animals are considered to have SARA when their rumen pH stays below 6 for an extended period,” he explains. “This happens as a result of feeding high energy diets that contain high levels of rapidly fermentable carbohydrates such as cereals. The problem with SARA is that it is hard to diagnose and can often be mistaken for other issues. It takes a hold gradually over time and once established it can signi cantly reduce milk output and fertility as well as creating welfare issues in the herd.”

SARA is a widespread issue in the UK dairy herd and is caused by the accumulation of volatile fatty acids (VFAs) in the rumen. As feed is digested, VFAs including acetate, propionate and butyrate are produced. If this happens quickly, as it does with high sugar and starch rations, then the pH in the rumen drops.

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OmyaFeed C MgO is being used as an alternative to sodium bicarbonate, which has traditionally been used as a bu er in the dairy industry. As Mr Bonsall explains, OmyaFeed C MgO has a number of advantages over sodium bicarbonate. “Although sodium bicarbonate is an e ective pH neutraliser, it needs to be fed at very high rates and only works for a short period of time because of its high solubility and therefore rapid elimination from the body. Cows only need 130g of OmyaFeed C MgO each day which is considerably less than sodium bicarbonate, creating space in the ration for other feedstu s or allowing the farmer to reduce the overall cost.”

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The key dairy event will return to Telford with the mix of seminars, exhibitors, demonstrations and cattle shows that visitors eagerly await.

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The countdown is on for the 10th anniversary of UK Dairy Day, and organisers say it seems like only yesterday they were planning the rst event. This year’s show will be held on Wednesday, 11th September at Telford International Centre.

With fantastic support from sponsors, trade and cattle exhibitors, UK Dairy Day provides the opportunity to network, share knowledge, learn and most importantly, do business.

The internal and external exhibition areas will be packed with existing and new trade exhibitors including feed manufacturers, animal health suppliers, vets, milk buyers, dairy and farm equipment suppliers – plus professional service providers and charities. With over 280 trade stands and the rst oor Sharing Knowledge Zone, there will be an extensive display of products and services supported with expert advice.

There will also be a showcase of new products launched in the past 12 months, featured in the concourse.

The rst oor will feature four industry panels with leading industry representatives. Four hour-long panels will cover opportunities under four themes: cows, carbon, culture and costs, as well as four seminar presentations. Speakers will cover key dairy subjects with each

broadcast on screens, and recordings available to watch after the event.

Demonstrations

Returning to the external exhibition area will be Tim Carter with the live foot trimming and knife sharpening demonstration. Dairy cows spend up to 12 hours a day on their feet so it’s obvious that ensuring their comfort is essential. Tim will demonstrate, in an upright crush, several key areas to be considered during foot trimming including sole thickness, foot angle, and heel depth. The key to the success of any task is having the right tools for the job and with Tim being a board member of The Cattle Hoof Care Standards Board the aim is to improve the health, welfare and mobility of the national herd.

Carolyn Baguley and the team from Scarsdale Vets will again present their innovative and engaging demonstration – using paint to visualise and understand calf anatomy. Throughout the day, in the external trade stand area, the Scarsdale Vets team will use paint on calves kindly supplied by the Whittaker family to assist in the understanding of calf health and welfare. The practical demonstration will also focus on twin pregnancies, what causes them and how to manage them.

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Seminar programme for 2024

• 9.30am to 10am – Seminar presentation 1: Harper Adams University.

• 10am to 11am – Industry Panel 1: The Opportunities: Cows

• 11am to 11.30am – Seminar presentation 2: Lely

• 11.30am to 12.30pm – Industry Panel 2: The Opportunities: Carbon

• 12.30pm to 1pm – Seminar presentation 3: Liverpool University

• 1pm to 2pm – Industry Panel 3: The Opportunities: Culture

• 2pm to 2.30pm – Seminar presentation 4: IDEXX

• 2.30pm to 3.30pm – Industry Panel 4: The Opportunities: Costs.

Hall 3 cattle stalls will feature Type Classi cation and Linear Scoring demonstrations for the Ayrshire, Jersey and Holstein breeds. The demonstrations, by NBDC Classi ers, will be held at 12.30pm and 2.30pm. The NBDC Type Classi cation Scheme currently evaluates over 130,000 dairy and beef animals every year operating an internationally recognised appraisal system providing an overall classi cation score for heifers and cows, which can substantially increase their value.

Cattle show

The UK Dairy Day 2024 cattle show will feature six dairy breeds with a leading line-up of judges who will cast their professional eye over the show ring:

• National Ayrshire Show – Ian Collins from West Yorkshire

• National Brown Swiss Show

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• National Holstein Show – Marcel Egli from Switzerland

• Dairy Shorthorn classes – Paul

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• Guernsey – Ian Collins from West Jersey classes – Willie Taylor from Cumbria.

The Holstein UK banners will be presented to the Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor of the show, along with the coveted Howard Sneesby Award, and awards for Best Presented and Tidy Lines. One of the afternoon’s highlights in the show ring is always the presentation of the Holstein UK Premier Herd Award, with the 2024 winner being announced, judged by last year’s winner the Will’s Family of Willsbro Holsteins.

The full cattle show will be livestreamed throughout the day with commentary for those unable to attend UK Dairy Day. The link will be available from the home page of the event website www.ukdairyday.co.uk

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The transition and fresh cow is under intense stress and is usually suffering from some degree of oxidative stress and low immunity. Hence it is open to many postpartum diseases such as metritis, retention of placenta, mastitis, hypocalcaemia, abomasal displacement and ketosis. Enhancing the microbial population of the gut with beneficial bacteria and thus boosting the immune system is a sure way of ensuring an easier transition with fewer complications and a reduction in postpartum problems.

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In addition, the product contains Vitamins A, D, E and B2. Vitamin E acts to stimulate immune functioning and also acts as a potent antioxidant counteracting the damaging effects of oxidative stress at calving. Vitamin A is necessary for the health of the gut, uterus, respiratory tract, and mammary gland. Vitamin A acts with Vitamin E in protecting the uterus and mammary gland and especially in maintaining appetite. Vitamin D controls calcium balance at transition time and also stimulates the immune system. The overall immunity status is also helped by the presence of egg powder in the product, and dextrose provides much needed energy.

QUALITY FEEDING ADVICE AND ASSURED FORAGE ANALYSIS

Forage Analysis Assurance (FAA) Group and the AIC Feed Adviser Register (FAR) will be exhibiting at this year’s UK Dairy Day.

Feed Adviser Register (FAR): Understanding nutritional quality and using this to formulate feed rations optimises livestock productivity, ensures feed production e ciency and minimises environmental impacts.

Professional support and quality feeding advice is available from FAR members. There are strict entry criteria to the register based upon training and experience. Advisers must complete core training and competency tests in all species for which they o er advice and update their knowledge annually through continuous professional development (CPD).

Registered feed advisers are available across the UK and Ireland providing advice for dairy, beef, sheep, pigs and poultry.

Farmers can be con dent that registered feed advisers are competent to not only help them reduce emissions from livestock, but also to ensure they are implementing the best feed regime while increasing production e ciency. Feed conversion ratio, use of co-products and raw material sourcing are just some considerations ensuring livestock diets are also sustainable.

To nd out more and nd registered feed advisers near you visit the FAR website at https://

www.agindustries.org.uk/feed-adviser-register. html

Forage Analysis Assurance Group (FAAG): FAAG laboratories provide the reliable analysis needed to farmers and feed advisers to optimise the nutritional content of silage in diet formulations.

Getting the maximum potential value from silage in a feed ration can make a real di erence to yields and costs. Forage from grass, whole crop or maize is one of the most economic feeds for ruminants and a valuable resource.

The FAA Group provides quality assurance for the analysis of silages. The group is dedicated to ensuring that reported forage analysis results are accurate and can be relied upon.

Silages are naturally variable materials. Sampling methods and di erent techniques available for analysis can a ect the reported results. FAA members take part in regular pro ciency tests to ensure quality and conformity from a range of methods.

Visit www.faagroup.co.uk to nd out more about members, check their analysis performance, learn safe and correct farm sampling techniques for silage bales and clamps and watch a short video about forage analysis.

Make sure your forage analysis service is an FAA member and has achieved the FAA quality mark so that you and your feed adviser can have con dence in the results. You can visit the team at UK Dairy Day on stand F30 in the Sharing Knowledge area, or contact FAR or FAA directly. FG

CALF SCOUR: ANOTHER TOOL IN THE ARMOURY

Locatim boosts the protection of newborn calves by flooding the gut with high levels of protective

Neonatal calf diarrhoea, (commonly known as scour), a ects calves in the rst two weeks of life. There are four main infectious agents recognised as causing the vast majority of cases. These, in order of prevalence, are rotavirus, cryptosporidium, coronavirus and E.coli K99. Whilst one of these bugs may be identi ed in laboratory testing of samples from individual scour cases, it is generally recognised that in severe scour outbreaks, usually more than one pathogen is involved.

Neonatal calf diarrhoea is an almost ubiquitous disease with most farms experiencing a few cases each year. If the number of calves developing scour in the rst two weeks of life becomes problematic, it is essential the farm team react quickly to control the outbreak. Large numbers of scouring calves usually means some fatalities, as well as a burden on farm labour, increased veterinary costs and reduced thrive of survivors.

Like most farm diseases, the control of scour requires attention to many di erent aspects of routine management as well as the use of appropriate medicines and vaccines. However, ensuring that the calf receives enough good quality colostrum as soon as possible after birth is possibly the most signi cant action in scour prevention.

Colostrum is the calf’s sole means of defence against disease in the rst few weeks after birth. It contains molecules called antibodies which attack and neutralise the scour pathogens in the calf’s gut, preventing the development of disease. While we can test for the overall quality of colostrum, it is not possible to test the amount of speci c scour protection it o ers. Vaccination against scour generally increases the level of scour antibody in the cow’s colostrum, and is an excellent idea if scour is at a high level on the farm.

In some cases where we are waiting for a vaccine regime to kick-in, or where we are still losing calves despite our best e orts, we need something to boost the protection of the valuable new-born calves as soon as they hit the ground. This is where Locatim nds its niche, Forte explains.

Locatim is a 60ml oral dose of concentrated scour antibodies extracted from high herd health cows in Switzerland. These cows are vaccinated against scour and the antibodies harvested from their rst milking. The calf is dosed with one bottle of Locatim immediately after birth, ooding its gut with high levels of protective antibodies. The cow’s normal colostrum is given a short time (30 minutes) later.

Locatim has been trusted to o er excellent

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additional protection against scour for over 25 years, Forte says. Visit the company at stand F3 at UK Dairy Day to nd out if Locatim could help in scour control on your farm. Locatim is a licensed veterinary medicine and is available through veterinary practices and some merchant outlets. FG

Dairy and beef farmer has success with Store and Thaw

Fourth generation farmer Rob Cullimore and his family run the 800-acre Mobley Farm, on the Berkley Estate. They run 1,200 head of cattle with 50/50 dairy and beef, all year-round calving.

Rob says the Store and Thaw colostrum management system is really easy to use; just ll up the tank and plug it in. He writes the cow’s number, refractometer reading and the volume on each bag, and places in the baskets to freeze.

“When a cow calves, especially when it isn’t milking time or late at night, I can grab a bag from the freezer, put it in to thaw and it’s ready quickly to feed the calf,” he explains. “Getting the right quantity of quality colostrum quickly (within the rst four hours) into calves is the

foundation for retaining genetics in the dairy youngstock and numbers for the beef unit.”

Since implementing a proper colostrum management programme, they have seen massive improvements in pro tability to both the dairy and beef unit.

“The calf mortality rate has now reduced to less than 1% and we have managed to maintain that over the past four years,” he adds.

Adequate, quality colostrum has also meant that they have seen improved DLWG, so dairy heifers are at bulling weight earlier and beef cattle are nished quicker.

For more information, visit www.shearwell.co.uk or call representative Dani Hughes. FG

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Feeding systems on show at UK Dairy Day

Family-owned business, M & A Calf Systems Ltd, has been involved in providing milk replacer feeding systems for youngstock for over 30 years. With an agricultural background and numerous years of experience with various feeding systems, plus experience of the milk powder industry, managing director Paul Wisden is keen to use his expertise to advise farmers on their requirements.

With the company’s knowledge of computerised and ad-lib calf and lamb rearing systems, it can supply an extensive range of feeding equipment from Forster Technik and other specialist manufacturers, e.g. Urban, Britmix and Hiko. M & A Calf Systems says it has developed a reputation, not only for providing and maintaining feeding equipment, but also technical support to guide and assist customers, both new and old, to nd the correct solution for their individual requirements.

Working with its network of local engineers and installers the company

o ers technical support and a service and repair facility on all types of lamb and calf feeding equipment – along with an extensive range of spare parts and consumables.

A selection of feeding equipment along with technical support and advice from the company and manufacturers will be available at UK Dairy Day. Visit the stand to see the latest technology in feeding equipment, computerised calf feeders, Milk Mobil/Pasteuriser and ColostroMAT systems. Or visit: www.mandacalfsystems.co.uk FG

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cient, eco-friendly cleaning

The Westermann farm scraper walk behind – WS800 Vario – is billed as the ultimate solution for e cient and eco-friendly cleaning in barns and stables. Designed to ensure a serene environment for animals, this powerful machine operates quietly and without emissions, guaranteeing stress-free cleaning between the stalls, according to Westermann distributor Spa Power Machinery.

With its narrow stall passage cleaning capabilities, it e ortlessly manoeuvres through tight spaces, leaving no slurry, feed, or bedding

withstand the toughest tasks, making it the perfect companion for your daily barn chores, the company continues.

Powered by a reliable battery system and equipped with an electronic charger (including overcharge protection), you can enjoy up to 100 minutes of continuous operation at a top speed of 7km/h. Control is at your ngertips, as the machine responds e ortlessly to your commands via the front axle. It promises a new level of e ciency with the 800mm

Provider of feeding systems for baby animals for over 30 years, from leading manufacturers specialising in this area – Forster Technik, Urban, Britmix and Hiko.

Working with our network of local engineers and installers we are able to offer technical support and a service and repair facility on all types of lamb and calf feeding equipment, along with an extensive range of spare parts and consumables.

CONTROLLING FLIES IN YOUR DAIRY HERD

To avoid your farm becoming a five-star hotel for flies, Dalton Engineering o ers some top tips on fly control.

The ambient conditions, mountains of muck and intensi cation of farming throughout the UK are all leading to a rise in problem y infestations. Reproducing year-round in warm conditions, their life cycle becomes shorter as temperatures increase. Up to 15 generations of ies can be produced in just one season,

so it is important to act quickly for e ective y control.

As well as being a human and animal health hazard, ies cause huge nancial losses to the agricultural industry and are particularly important to control on dairy farms. Infestations dramatically reduce food intake, leading to reduced production i.e. daily

live weight gain and milk yield.

Fly control is particularly important on dairy farms and in calf rearing settings, where farmers can’t a ord to take any risks. Flies can spread the bacteria which causes summer mastitis, costing up to £300 per case to treat. And in calf rearing systems, infestations of biting ies reduce weight gain by 20%. Studies show that when ies a ect cattle, they su er a growth reduction of approximately 0.3kg per day and cows can su er a daily loss in milk production of up to 0.5 litres.

In the past, dairy farmers have relied upon traditional pour on products for cattle to control y infestations, which have proven inadequate during the hotter summer months. Lodi UK provides a one-stop-shop of y products, available to buy nationally from Dalton Engineering. This includes intensive y solutions to control every stage of a y’s life cycle, as well as rst-class technical support, and a recommended approach.

Monitoring y activity is essential to identify the species causing the

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infestation, ensuring that the most appropriate active is used in the most appropriate location. In some cases, environmental health o cers (EHOs) may require evidence of monitoring. Keeping a record of numbers and locations will help build a history for future reference.

A Digrain Fly Glue Roll can be labelled with the date, cling wrapped and kept as evidence. Using a y reel kit, roll or y trap to monitor y activity will help to spot an infestation as it starts to peak.

If y numbers in animal housing are increasing, farmer favourites such as Larvenol and Maggots are essential to interrupt the y life cycle growth and development stages.

Knockdown adulticides (Dairy Fly Spray, Phobi F&F+, Digrain Control) kill ies on contact. Residual adulticides (Twenty One, Sheila, Perbio Choc RTU) leave surface residues for longer term control.

Alternating between insecticide treatments every few months helps reduce resistance. Always read the label and follow product instructions closely. FG

MONITORING TO GIVE YOUNGSTOCK THE BEST START

Understanding how youngstock are performing is key to the future viability of the herd.

Monitoring the behavioural patterns of adult cows, rst-time calvers and maiden heifers for the purposes of heat detection and health monitoring can help herd managers to maximise the dairy herd’s productivity. But without a similarly comprehensive understanding of

how youngstock are performing, the herd’s future productivity could be compromised.

How well replacement heifer calves are reared can have a long-lasting impact on the herd’s performance, with any diseases, respiratory problems or welfare issues

encountered during the animal’s rst year having a potentially detrimental e ect for the rest of its life.

Ensuring the farm is producing healthy, well-cared for and diseasefree replacements is therefore critical to the herd’s future viability.

Thanks to its new SenseHub Dairy Youngstock application plan, SenseHub from MSD Animal Health now allows herd managers to monitor calves during their rst 12 months to identify any signs of ill health or opportunities for welfare improvements.

Using a monitoring system to watch over youngstock also reduces the farm’s reliance on skilled sta and ensures that each and every calf gets o to the best possible start and that it can make a positive contribution to the herd’s income sooner.

The SenseHub Dairy Youngstock application plan uses the SenseHub monitoring ear tag to assess the behavioural patterns of calves from birth to 12 months of age. As soon as the system detects any irregular

patterns that could be indicative of a developing health or welfare issue, the SenseHub smartphone or desktop app highlights the animal so that earlier intervention can be taken. A programmable blinking LED on the SenseHub ear tag makes it easier and quicker to locate the relevant animal so that the necessary care or treatment can be administered as quickly as possible.

SenseHub Dairy Youngstock can be used as a standalone system or in combination with other SenseHub Dairy application plans and can be funded via a SenseHub GO subscription which spreads the cost of investment: with zero upfront costs, a GO subscription gives farmers access to the full suite of SenseHub monitoring hardware and software for one affordable monthly payment, with no hidden extras or additional costs, MSD explains. A GO subscription also offers farmers complete peace of mind by giving them access to the very best herd monitoring and automation technologies with none of the financial risks or capital depreciation losses, the company concludes. FG

Royal Bath & West Dairy Show returns for 2024

Tickets are now on sale for the Dairy Show, taking place at the Bath & West Showground on Wednesday, 2nd October 2024.

As always, the Show will feature an “unrivalled” shopping experience, giving visitors a chance to get up close with the newest technology before making those all-important purchasing decisions – and 90% of trade spaces are already booked.

Dairy competitions will be at the heart of the Show, taking place throughout the day as competitors battle it out for the Supreme Champion Award. This year, the Dairy Show will also host the Jersey Cattle Society of the UK National Show, with a judge joining from Canada. Entries are now open for

the Dairy Show and will close on Wednesday 18th September.

This year’s seminars, meanwhile, will include guest speakers focusing on careers – to cover those new to the industry, those looking for a change of direction and support for recruiters on how to nd the best and most appropriate employees.

Head of shows Jess Chiplen, said: “The Bath & West team are really looking forward to welcoming everyone back to our 43rd Dairy Show. It is a real privilege to host some of the best dairy cattle in the UK, along with agricultural companies who are leading the way with new technology, genetics, and practices.”

Visit bathandwest.com/tickets to book your tickets. FG

Getting cattle housing right can improve both health and yields –Christopher Bailey, of Paragon Veterinary Group, provides a handy guide.

IS COW COMFORT AFFECTING YOUR YIELDS?

There are only three things a cow should be doing on a dairy farm – if she is not doing one of these things, she is not earning you money: Standing to milk, standing to eat and drink, or lying down.

To make sure your cows are doing one of these three things at all times, think of the ABCs:

• Air quality and ventilation

• Bunk management (ration formulated, mixed, and consumed; bunk design and space; feed quality

• Cow comfort.

Yield can vary by 14kg (20–34kg) across herds with similar genetics, according to a study of 47 herds which were fed the same TMR mixed in a central location and sent to the farms (A Bach, 2008). Non-dietary factors accounted for 56% of this variation, including: stall design and management – stalls per cow (overcrowding); and feed management – feed for refusals (29kg vs. 27kg); and feed push-up (29kg vs. 25kg).

Importance of DM intake

Each extra kilogram of dry matter results in 2.5 litres of extra milk. If milk is sold for 40 pence per litre and feed costs are 20p per kg, getting cows to eat an extra 20p of feed should result in 2.5 more litres, resulting in £1 more milk revenue.

Cows should have fresh feed available at all times – they are crepuscular, meaning they are most active in the morning and at night. Cows can consume 35% of their daily intake in the rst feed of the day. If they are averaging 35 litres per day, the highest yielding cows should be producing 70 litres.

If cows are achieving 26kg of dry matter intake and you are feeding 50% in the morning and 50% at night, cows are receiving 13kg at each feeding. A 70-litre cow requires an extra 14kg of feed (40kg in total). If she wants to eat 35% of her dry matter intake in the morning (14kg) but you are feeding only 50% of the

diet in the morning, she will be 1kg short.

In large herds, deliver 60% of the feed when they exit the parlour. Smaller herds either feed at dawn, or if feeding at night ensure 60% of the feed is still available at dawn.

Cows should never be hungry when you put out fresh feed; ideally, they should not rush to the bunk. Avoid EMS (empty bunk syndrome); weigh back refused food, aiming for 1kg dry matter per cow.

Cow comfort and cubicle design

Cows should be in the cubicle house for 20 hours a day and should not spend more than four hours a day in collecting yards/ milking parlours.

not be stocked more than 95%. Signs of incorrect cubicles or beds include cows standing half-in, half-out of cubicles, or standing while touching a cubicle. Recommendations for cubicle design are available on the AHDB website. Ensure cows have adequate open space in front to lunge into when getting up.

Bedding: The three functions of bedding are: to provide a cushion for the cow, absorb moisture to prevent bacterial growth, and prevent friction injuries to the hocks. Research suggests that deep-bedded sand beds are best for cow comfort and yield, reducing mastitis and increasing yields by almost three litres per cow. The issue with sand is the handling of it. If using a mattress and sawdust ensure lots of sawdust is used.

Feed and water access

more milk.

Lying times: There is a strong correlation between lying times and milk yield. Each extra hour of lying results in 1.7 litres more milk. Lying times are affected by

cubicle design and bedding. Assess current stalls by examining cows for hock marks and neck rubs, which are signs of incorrectly designed stalls.

Ideally, 80% of cows should be lying down during the day. Every cow should have a cubicle and ideally the building would

To increase feed intake and milk production, provide 0.7m of feed bunk space per cow to ensure all cows can eat simultaneously. Fresh, clean water is also essential. Cows need 15cm of water trough space per cow.

Ideally, troughs should be spaced out around the shed to allow less dominant cows access to water. Troughs should be easy to empty, clean, and have sufficient volume or water pressure to ensure constant availability. Cows will

drink 30% of their intake in the hour after milking.

Lighting

Good lighting is important for cow welfare, heat detection, and intake. Cows should have 16 hours of bright lighting (200 lux) and eight hours of darkness (less than 50 lux). Lights should be well spaced to prevent shadows, which can scare cows. Darkness can be achieved using red lights, allowing observation and work in the shed without disrupting cows' rest cycles. Proper lighting can increase milk production by 6–15%.

By focusing on these areas, farmers can significantly improve cow comfort, health, and productivity, leading to better overall farm performance. FG

Characteristics by bedding type – herds with a single type of bedding

Christopher Bailey of Paragon Veterinary Group.

The rising importance of professional cleaning equipment

Pressure washers are indispensable in tackling stubborn dirt and grime on farm equipment, barns, and outdoor surfaces, says Pressure Clean Ltd. The company’s high-pressure water jets can swiftly clean tractors, trailers, and animal pens, making them a favourite for agricultural use. The need for pressure cleaning repair services has surged as farmers seek to extend the lifespan of their equipment, ensuring uninterrupted service and optimal performance during crucial farming seasons.

Vacuum cleaners, meanwhile, have evolved signi cantly, from traditional models to advanced versions with HEPA lters and robust suction capabilities. Repairing and maintaining these machines is crucial, as downtime can signi cantly disrupt farm operations, especially in areas requiring strict hygiene standards like

dairy barns.

Scrubber driers, which scrub and dry oors simultaneously, are essential for large farm buildings, processing areas, and storage facilities. The market for hiring scrubber driers has expanded, allowing farmers to access high-quality equipment without the hefty investment of purchasing.

As farming operations evolve, so does the need for reliable repair services and exible hiring options. O ering repair and hire services for these essential tools not only supports farm productivity but also promotes sustainability by maximising the lifespan of cleaning equipment. Companies that provide comprehensive cleaning solutions –spanning sales, repair, and hire – are indispensable partners in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness on the farm. FG

Building the best for your herd

Building design is very important for maximising animal comfort all yearround. You need to carefully consider the roo ng, ridge and cladding options to suit your system. Graham Heath Construction has a number of options to help improve ventilation in the buildings and to reduce key factors like excess heat, vapour, dust and gases.

Here the company discusses a few options for your building:

Fibre cement roof: This proves to be the most popular for agricultural buildings, allowing natural ventilation and absorbing some condensation. They also come in a vast array of colours.

Light-ridge: Designed to improve ventilation in livestock buildings and improve natural light transmission.

GHC raised ridge system:

The raised ridge system allows air ow where most buildings will accumulate warm, moist and stale air. The ‘cap’ protects the inside from the rain whilst e ciently allowing the air to ow.

Open protected: With importance of air ow comes the importance of natural light which this ridge system o ers. With a polycarbonate strip to minimise the driving rain, it allows natural light in and o ers the potential to minimise the risk of heat stress in your cattle.

Cladding: Yorkshire boarding is the most popular with livestock buildings as it allows air ow through the building.

If you’re considering a new building, call Graham Heath Construction for advice and a free quote, or visit: www.ghconstruction.co.uk/quotation/ FG

UPLAND FARMER USES RECORDING TO GROW LAMB INCOME

Elfyn Owen has boosted his income from lamb sales by performance recording his closed flock of Welsh Mountain ewes.

In ve years, the average weight of lamb produced per ewe in Mr Owen’s ock has increased by 9.3kg, to 47.6kg.

Mr Owen had been performance recording his Cernyw Bluefaced Leicester ock since 1997, so it was a natural progression to record the Welsh ewes when they had the chance to join the Hill Ram Scheme in 2019 and then Tier 1 of Farming Connect’s Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme (WSGP).

Mr Owen runs a ock of 480 Welsh Mountain ewes and 70 Bluefaced Leicesters at Ffrith Arw, near Llanrwst. Two hundred of the Welsh ewes are recorded using DNA parentage techniques because of the extensive nature of the system. This technique is 50:50 funded by the WSGP and Mr Owen.

The ewes are condition scored and weighed in the autumn before

the tups are turned in in December, at a ratio of one ram to every 50 sheep. Pregnancy scanning in the 2023 breeding season showed a scanning percentage of 160%, but they are aiming for 180%.

At lambing, the twin-bearing ewes are drafted into one eld and their progeny are EID tagged and DNA samples taken from their ears. The analysis of the DNA is matched to that of the ewes and allows parentage to be assigned.

Having EBVs, which indicate exactly where an animal ranks within the breed for speci c traits of economic importance, allows him to make better breeding decisions, both within his own ock and when breeding rams and replacements for his customers.

Since Mr Owen started recording the ock in 2019, eight-week weights have increased from -0.19kg to 0.62kg and muscle depth from -0.12

to 0.22; scanning weights have increased by 1.71kg.

A major development in June 2023 saw a change to how the hill index is expressed, as £ as the expected annual return per ewe, to provide a way of ranking animals based on the economic merit of their genetics. Mr Owen’s gures show that in 2020 his ock’s average index was £5.16. Performance recording had increased this to £10.11 in 2023.

“We are getting better weights and muscle depth; it is making the

ewe more e cient and making her work for us without any concentrates,” he explains.

The value in recording is also evident in his sale of stock with his yearling tups averaging £1,000 at the 2023 Prohill sale.

Each year he uses more of his own recorded tups on his commercial ock too. Recording is not only helping him to improve his commercial ewes but it is helping the sheep industry overall become more e cient, Mr Owen suggests. FG

Elfyn Owen.

PARASITE UPDATE

HOW TO COPE WITH MULTI-ANTHELMINTIC RESISTANCE

It can be worrying to find out your farm is resistant to multiple anthelmintics – SCOPS experts outline what to do next.

David Cotterell, farm manager at Kingston Maurward College in Dorchester, says he was surprised to discover the farm had e cacy issues with three groups of sheep wormer. Speaking during a recent SCOPS podcast, the farm’s vet Emily Gascoigne said a diagnosis of multiresistance often creates panic, but it is manageable – the ultimate aim is to have a system that requires less worming of lambs. Changes to grazing management, optimising ewe health, body condition scoring, doing forage analysis and perfecting the diet, especially protein, prelambing, are all helpful strategies. David also advocates working closely with your farm vet.

The Kingston Maurward College farm – which is a commercial, as well as an educational enterprise – has a ock of 400 ewes, and lambs in early March. “We’ve certainly improved our pasture management, there’s no doubt about it and it’s paid dividends this year, in a very strange year, putting those sheep out onto cleaner pasture,” David said. “[...] You can have a very targeted approach, not a blanket treatment for all animals.”

Not worming a proportion of t and healthy animals also works very well for them – ewes with multiples or twin lambs may be wormed, but

not singles. Looking at grazing and pasture contamination has been a key strategy – and ensuring lambs get the right nutrition means they can keep the few worms at bay. But every year is di erent, David pointed out. Droughts in the past few years have made things easier, but with the wet weather this year, they have used cleaner grazing, leaving the wetter grazing until lambs are old enough. Strategically using the newer derivatives, Monepantel (Zolvix) and Derquantel (Startect), also has a part to play, Emily said, as does quarantining individuals coming in and mid to late season dosing to preserve resistance status. Some of the other wormers that have not quite met the 95% e cacy threshold can still have a place on farm, to avoid putting pressure on the newer derivatives, but this should be assessed on a season-by-season basis.

Dr David Bartley, a principal investigator in the Disease Control Division at Moredun Research Institute says treatment failure – when eggs are found post treatment – could be down to resistance, or it could be incorrect product choice, dosage, storage or administration. Animals should be weighed and dosed according to the largest animals, he advised. Whilst we are starting to see a lot of resistance

to multiple classes across the UK and globally, not all worm species and types are a ected, and this can be managed, but it goes back to testing, he explained. Additionally, it may be that some treatments work better at certain times of year or for certain species, for example we have a lot of white drench resistance but it still has e cacy for Nematodirus battus

Emily said her practice has been managing multiple ocks with triple resistance, but even having two classes working sub-optimally is quite common. “The reality is that where we look, we will nd

[resistance]. Flocks without any resistance are the hen’s teeth, the minority,” she admitted. Testing is key when it comes to nding out if there is resistance that may be impacting productivity, and this is particularly important this year – the up/down weather patterns mean there are large variations in worm burdens across the country, independent sheep consultant Lesley Stubbings told Farmers Guide.

Emily’s top three pieces of advice for those with multi-resistance are:

• Don’t panic. There are lots of other reasons it might appear that a wormer hasn’t worked, including underdosing due to ine ective drench guns and weigh scales etc. It’s important to rule this out rst

• If multi-resistance is con rmed as the cause, use a wormer you know works to tackle the issue in the short term, and use testing to build a longer-term picture

• Take a small number of lambs, e.g. 10, and do a pre- and posttreatment worm egg count.

Emily concluded by saying that knowledge is power: “Nothing is insurmountable when it comes to anthelmintics – David is testament to that, with a successful, pro table ock despite the anthelmintic challenge. You can manage it, but you have to have the knowledge, even if it’s a simple post-drench check to start on that journey.”

Listen to the SCOPS podcasts at: www.scops.org.uk/podcasts FG

to stamp out lameness on farm

Tupping time is on the horizon and preparation is key – Gemma Barnes, of Westpoint Farm Vets, o ers a guide. Supports animals during scouring,

ARE YOU PREPARED FOR TUPPING TIME?

Ewes and tups need to be t in time for breeding and the correct body condition score (BCS) is known to have a positive impact on fertility. Target scores are 2.5 for hill, 3.0 for upland, and 3.5 for lowland. It can take up to 10 weeks to get ewes and tups at the correct body condition score; aim to get at least 90% of the ock at this score. Increasing energy intakes or ‘ ushing’ ewes a few weeks before tupping is known to improve scanning percentages; this is most e ective when ewes are between BCS 2 and 4. Flushing ewes below BCS 2 can result in thin ewes with several lambs, increasing their risk of twin lamb disease and hypocalcaemia.

Trace elements can play a vital role in fertility, copper, selenium, and iodine, and are the most common culprits for reduced fertility, which can all be tested for via blood samples. It is important to test for current levels before supplementation, as toxicity can be just as detrimental as de ciency. Any additions to their diet will take six weeks to reach e ective levels, so planning ahead is essential to impact this year’s scanning results.

The general health of the ock can also a ect overall fertility, such as lameness, broken mouths, and bad bags from mastitis. A strong culling policy can help manage these issues, ensuring most of the ock is set for success throughout tupping and the lambing season. Lameness reduces fertility and is linked to lower body condition scores; quick identi cation and

treatment reduces production losses, and a cull plan for repeat o enders improves ock resilience.

Tups also need TLC pretupping. They should have an MOT 10 weeks before mixing with the ewes, potentially earlier if you think you need to buy replacements.

AHDB’s ram MOT is as follows:

• Toes: Check locomotion, legs and feet

• Teeth: Check for under or overshot jaw, gaps and molar abscesses

• Testicles: Measure and check rmness (like a exed bicep) with no lumps or bumps

• Tone: Aim for body condition between 3.5–4.0 (spine well covered)

• Treat: Check vaccinations are up-to-date (clostridia, Pasteurella), parasites, lameness, shearing

• Consult your vet for a thorough examination.

Rams with a BCS below 3.5 can be fed 18% CP diets to help improve semen quality and quantity – ensure calcium and magnesium levels are safe to feed rams speci cally. Replacements should be quarantined after purchase, and resistant scab and gut worms pose a risk to all farms so testing and treatment should be completed to reduce this risk as much as possible. It will take at least three weeks for an animal to adjust to a diet change, before taking into consideration acclimatising to the farm. FG

as an e ective oral rehydration therapy.

It can also be used proactively to support calves and lambs that are potentially at risk of stress or infection e.g.

• if slow to suckle

• weaning or feed change

• from handling and transportation

• when in contact with other scouring animals.

What farmers tell us:

“We have used Rehydion successfully for many years. It is easy to administer as it can be diluted in milk, which means there is no interruption to milk feeding.” or many years. t h erruption

Rehydion is an oral rehydration therapy gel that provides su cient essential electrolytes to correct acidosis and still allows continued milk feeding (when given at the recommended levels), as it does not disturb milk clot formation or delay abomasal emptying1

REFERENCE: 1. Constable 2009. Comparative e ects of two oral rehydration solutions on milk clotting, abomasal luminal pH and abomasal emptying rate in suckling calves. J. Dairy Sci 92:296-312.

For further information visit ruminants.ceva.co.uk

FURTHER DELAYS OF EAE VACCINE

The Cevac Chlamydia vaccine will not be available in September as expected, due to delivery delays.

Ceva Animal Health has announced that the EAE (enzootic abortion of ewes) vaccine, Cevac Chlamydia, will not be available in September for the main 2024 vaccination season.

There was initially a gap in supply of Cevac Chlamydia between June and August due to a batch being out of speci cation. Ceva Animal Health submitted an Out of Speci cation request to release the vaccine but

was unsuccessful. The next delivery of vaccine was anticipated at the end of August, however this has unfortunately been delayed until October, and there is no certainty of this delivery.

Ceva Animal Health, which manufactures the vaccine, said it understands the signi cance of vaccinations in maintaining the health and welfare of livestock and deeply regrets any inconvenience

Upcoming sales of Airies Texels

Texel and Hereford breeders, J & JS Douglas, of Wigtownshire, have been breeding Texels for over 30 years, focusing on ‘breeding for pro t’, with emphasis on three key areas: being productive, low cost and problem-free.

John Douglas has strived to establish a ewe ock that produces mostly twins, and requires very little concentrate feed or lambing intervention.

Lambs are reared naturally on their mothers and at grass, with the business relying on genetics that

perform with minimal intervention.

Sheep are shown straight from the eld without ‘feeding and tting’, and you can trust they will not lose ground with you when you have them home, the Douglas family says.

The breeding ock’s disease-free status is valued greatly. The ock is on the Heptavac P vaccination program, and is closed apart from rams bought from known hi-health ocks.

There will be two sales in September.

The 10th annual auction of 40 shearling rams will take place on the

caused to its valued sheep farmers this year. The company’s primary goal has always been to ensure a stable and su cient supply of vaccine and has worked hard to resolve this challenge, including making the request for an Out of Speci cation release.

Commenting on the EAE vaccine supply, Roy Geary, vice president for Northern Europe (including the UK) at Ceva Animal Health, said: “The manufacturing of vaccines is a complex process that involves stringent quality control measures and adherence to regulatory guidelines. There have been unforeseen manufacturing issues at our production facilities, which have temporarily a ected the ability to meet the demands of the UK sheep market within the main seasonal vaccination period for EAE. As a responsible provider, we are actively addressing these issues to minimise the impact on customers.”

The Sheep Vet Society and Sheep Antibiotic Guardian Group issued some advice to sheep farmers in July, which can be viewed in full on: www. sheepvetsoc.org.uk

Flocks that have been regularly

farm on 19th September; attendees are invited to inspect the sheep and enjoy refreshments from noon.

The third annual Airies Texels

vaccinated against EAE will have a small cohort of unvaccinated replacement ewes this year, but the risk is low if the remainder of the ock is protected, SVC and SAAG said. They should be marked and vaccinated next year when they are not pregnant.

For ocks that are at high risk of disease (e.g. current or recent EAE abortion outbreak or following the introduction of EAE-shedding ewes into an unvaccinated ock), there are a couple of options:

• An inactivated vaccine (Inmeva, Hipra) is available and can be given safely during pregnancy with e cacy demonstrated in the mid trimester, but its use is not recommended in the nal month of pregnancy. Note: Two doses, and a booster within a year, are required

• Unvaccinated ewes at high risk of disease (con rmed by laboratory diagnosis) may be given a single injection of oxytetracycline (at 20mg/kg) between day 91 and day 126 of pregnancy.

For further information please contact your vet. FG

Production Sale of 40 pedigree stock young ewes and gimmers, is being held on 27th September at Dumfries Mart. Live and online bidding will be available at both sales, you can

register to bid online. Videos, catalogues and information will be available at www.ervieherefords. co.uk, or contact John Douglas directly. FG

POSITIVE BUZZ AT THIS YEAR’S NSA SHEEP EVENT

Visitors to NSA’s flagship event enjoyed a range of workshops, business advice, competitions and a Q&A with the new farming minister.

A packed seminar tent at this year’s NSA Sheep Event welcomed the newly appointed farming minister Daniel Zeichner, who joined NSA’s chief executive Phil Stocker ‘in conversation’. With concerns raised for the future of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), food security, sheep health and the rewilding agenda, the seminar provided much to consider.

Mr Zeichner reassured farmers that the Labour Government would not overturn the previous government’s progress on the SFI, but recognised that there are issues that need rectifying, particularly for those farming in upland areas. The need to ensure future support is tailored to individual farmers’ circumstances was also emphasised.

This year’s event, which took place at the Three Counties Showground, Worcestershire on 30th July, had a focus on sustainability and the NSA took the opportunity to launch its new report: ‘Sheep Farming and the Sustainability Agenda’. This gathered evidence demonstrating

the UK sheep industry’s positive role in sustainable agriculture. It also identi ed what more can be done to progress the sector and further improve its credentials. A copy of the new report is available on the NSA website: www.nationalsheep.org.uk/ our-work/policy/

Meanwhile, a business seminar on the day saw Neil Adams, Promar International, give sheep farmers three key pieces of advice: to pursue productivity, to optimise support and to plan success. Mark Suthern, chair of the Farming Community Network (FCN) spoke about coping with change and urged the crowd to give change a chance and not to be bogged down by things out of their control.

North Devon sheep farmer Liz Gri ths encouraged others to nd their ‘sweet spot’ by considering their own circumstances when deciding on their business and personal aims.

The association looks forward to welcoming visitors to the 2026 event, to be held once again at the Three Counties Showground on Tuesday 28th July 2026. FG

Now’s the time to tackle sheep lameness

During the show, MSD Animal Health highlighted the practical steps farmers can take to stamp out sheep lameness. Implementing a control programme during the later summer months is the perfect time to start.

“Applied correctly and given long term commitment, the FAI Farms Five-Point sheep lameness reduction plan gives sheep farmers a clear framework for managing lameness e ectively because it builds natural disease resilience within the ock, reduces the disease challenge and spread on the farm, and improves ock immunity through vaccination,” said Dr Kat Baxter-Smith.

Bespoke help on implementing the plan is available from veterinary professionals and RAMAs before the peak tupping season.

MSD’s Ella Clarke, Kat Baxter-Smith, Mark Dallyn and Will Hughes.

Nettex commercial manager Peter Duckworth and area business manager, Midlands, Lydia Neath showcased the company’s sheep range.

Advice on hoof care

Provita Animal Health said it got great feedback on its range of natural animal health products. “Farmers appreciated our advice on hoof care, especially given that over 80% of ocks are a ected by lameness and scald bacteria being particularly active this year.

“A sustainable sheep industry, which was the theme of this year’s event, aligns perfectly with Provita’s Hoofsure range, which is scienti cally proven, non-toxic and biodegradable. For years, hoof baths have centred around copper or formalin type ingredients. Formalin is known to harden the hoof and also causes cancer. Copper is environmentally toxic and is hazardous to sheep, plants, and herbage. Farmers understandably are seeking e ective and sustainable alternatives.”

Saving straw, time and money

Escalating straw prices together with fewer sta led farmers visiting the Spread-a-Bale stand to ask, does your machine really save straw, time and money?

Sales manager Dave Bull said: “Farmers who’ve gone from manual spreading to investing in a Spread-a-Bale come back and invariably tell us they’re making up to 50% straw saving thanks to the machine enabling more e cient spreading. Straw use is signi cantly reduced along with dust production, while they’re saving 75% labour simply because the streamlined operations free up valuable time and resources.

“For those farmers considering swapping their turbine straw chopper for a Spread-a-Bale machine, then we have evidence from a Harper Adams University study comparing the two machines. Spread-a-Bale took 50% less time to load and spread, it used 75% less fuel and the straw was retained 20% longer. Furthermore, only one tractor/loader was required.”

Some of the Shearwell team, who attended the event (l-r): Liz Speller, Julie Edwards, Sam Webber, Kirsty Howieson, James Hickson, Rebecca Farmer, Vicky Escott and Dani Hughes.

Zoetis spoke to visitors about products including CIDR Ovis, for induction and synchronisation of oestrus and ovulation. Pictured: Ruminant account manager, Jonathan Saer (left) and eld trainer Mark Pass.

Sales manager Dave Bull.

Ceva Animal Health spoke to visitors about its oral rehydration therapy for lambs, Rehydion; vaccine to prevent enzootic abortion of ewes, Cevac Chlamydia; and Regulin, which facilitates out of season breeding.

Paul Morgan, Germinal area manager, southern England & South Wales, with Jonathan Coombe, director of St Catherine’s Seeds.

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Holkham Emerald, renowned for its innovative agricultural practices and commitment to sustainable farming, has recently unveiled a state-of-the-art 6,500t potato box store.

NEW 6,500T POTATO BOX STORE: A MODEL OF MODERN AGRICULTURE

This new facility is a testament to the farm’s forward-thinking approach, integrating cuttingedge technology from Farm Electronics to ensure optimal storage conditions. The investment in such advanced infrastructure underscores Holkham Emerald’s dedication to quality, e ciency, and sustainability.

Technological backbone

At the heart of this new potato box store are the Farm Electronics climate units – which Holkham Emerald say are a hallmark of excellence in agricultural storage solutions. These units are designed to create the ideal environment for potato storage, meticulously controlling temperature, humidity, and ventilation. This precise climate control is crucial for maintaining the quality and shelf-life of potatoes, which are particularly sensitive to storage conditions.

The Farm Electronics system employs advanced sensors and control algorithms to monitor and adjust the internal climate continuously. By doing so, it minimises the risk of spoilage and sprouting, ensuring that the potatoes remain in peak condition from harvest to market. The integration of these units represents a signi cant leap forward in postharvest technology, promising to reduce waste and enhance the overall quality of the produce.

Enhancing e ciency and reducing waste

One of the primary bene ts of the new potato box store is its potential to dramatically reduce waste. Traditional storage methods often lead to signi cant losses due to improper climate control, leading to spoilage and reduced product quality.

The precision of the Farm Electronics climate units addresses these issues head-on, maintaining optimal conditions that signi cantly extend the storage life of the potatoes.

Moreover, the facility’s design allows for e cient handling and storage. Potatoes are stored in large,

easily accessible boxes, which streamline the process of loading and unloading. This e ciency reduces handling time and minimises the potential for damage, further preserving the quality of the produce.

Sustainability at the core

Sustainability is a core value at Holkham Emerald, and the new potato box store is no exception. The Farm Electronics climate units are designed with energy e ciency in mind, utilising advanced technologies to reduce energy consumption. This not only reduces the farm’s carbon footprint but also lowers operational costs, creating a winwin situation for both the environment and the business.

Additionally, the facility’s construction incorporates sustainable materials and practices. For example, the insulation used in the building is designed to maximise thermal e ciency, reducing the energy required to maintain the desired climate. Holkham Emerald’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond the immediate bene ts, re ecting a broader dedication to environmental stewardship and long-term agricultural viability.

Impact on the local economy

The establishment of the new potato box store is also a signi cant boon to the local economy. By enhancing the storage capacity and quality of Holkham Emerald’s potato crop, the facility supports the farm’s ability to meet market demand more consistently. This, in turn, helps stabilise prices and ensures a reliable supply of high-quality potatoes to local and regional markets.

Furthermore, the construction and ongoing operation of the facility create jobs and stimulate economic activity in the area. From the building phase to the ongoing management and maintenance of the climate units, the project provides employment opportunities and supports local businesses.

A blueprint for the future of agriculture

Holkham Emerald says its new potato box store is more than just a storage facility; it is a blueprint for the future of agriculture. By integrating advanced technology and sustainable practices, it sets a new standard for what is possible in modern farming. The success of this project serves as an inspiration to other farmers and agricultural businesses, demonstrating the tangible bene ts of investing in innovation and sustainability.

The potential applications of the technology and practices used in this facility extend beyond potato storage. The principles of precise climate control, energy e ciency, and sustainable construction can be adapted to a wide range of agricultural products, o ering a pathway to improved quality and reduced waste across the industry.

Conclusion

Holkham Emerald’s 6,500t potato box store, equipped with Farm Electronics climate units, represents a signi cant advancement in agricultural storage. By embracing cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices, the farm not only enhances the quality and shelf-life of its potato crop but also sets a new benchmark for the industry. This facility is a testament to what can be achieved when innovation meets commitment to sustainability, providing a model for the future of farming.

In an era where food security and environmental sustainability are of paramount importance, Holkham Emerald’s initiative o ers a promising glimpse into the potential of modern agriculture. It underscores the critical role that technology can play in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing the industry today. As more farms adopt similar approaches, the collective impact on food quality, waste reduction, and environmental sustainability could be profound, heralding a new era of smarter, more resilient agriculture. FG

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Following a tricky season and bountiful crops overseas, careful storage of the 2024 UK crop is likely to be as important as ever.

2023 was not an easy season for potato growers. A cold, gloomy and damp summer was followed by six months of appalling weather –many crops were abandoned, and early planting was nigh on impossible. For the fortunate few with crops securely stored and able to play the market, prices were at levels probably not seen since 1976.

Potatoes from Cyprus, almost unseen in the UK in the 21st century, could be found in many markets. Inevitably, the response of farmers to high prices is to plant more next season. For those in the UK, planting more has proved something of a challenge – raining nearly every day through the spring and quality seed hard to nd. Surely prices would remain high for 2024?

essential, so x any leaks and ensure that stores remain closed (and closed means closed) for 48 hours following treatment, and longer where possible

Elsewhere on the continent, however, planting conditions proved more benign. Early harvested crops in central Europe have swiftly overwhelmed local demand and prices have fallen fast. Crops in Poland are reported to be a week ahead of normal, and the planted area in France is up 7% year on year. Careful storage of the 2024 UK crop is likely to be as important as ever.

Store-keepers are now familiar with the need to review every aspect of store management to ensure that they get the best from the more volatile products, such as Biox-M, which have stepped in to ll the large gap left by the removal of CIPC. These considerations include:

to ensure good and even distribution –an even distribution of fog is essential for good e cacy, and address any ‘sprouty’ patches in store

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• Relentless attention to detail is always strongly advised.

The focus is now on ne tuning application and store management, so that the return period can be extended. There is usually some work required on store integrity (Biox-M is unlikely to work to best advantage if is allowed to escape at any time), and distribution of fog in store during and immediately following application. Areas within a store, for which e cacy has been less than ideal, should be identi ed for improved air movement, or multiple application ports.

In addition, the sudden increase in energy costs since February 2022 has brought consideration of tweaks to target storage temperatures into focus. Might it be worth storing crop at a degree or so higher and take a big chunk out of the costs of cold storage? FG

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Enduro second generation takes harvesting to an even higher level

Dewulf has launched a comprehensive redesign of its flagship just over three years after it was initially introduced to the general public.

The company says the machine has been very well received by users during the harvesting seasons since. However, based on customer feedback and evolving insights, there are a few things the manufacturer has done di erently on its secondgeneration machine:

• Most importantly, the Enduro is available in a 4 x 90 cm con guration, meeting further growing market demand in the Anglosphere, France and elsewhere

• Another notable feature is the newly constructed ring elevator, which has signi cantly increased the processing capacity. The larger

bag volume, higher running speed and better product distribution have boosted the capacity by around 50%

• Dewulf o ers two engine options on the second-generation harvester. In addition to Scania’s well-known 450hp engine, a heavierduty 550hp version is now also available. This is intended to meet the needs of users who require extra power, such as those who work in hilly conditions and at higher harvesting speeds

• The new design features fewer guards, mainly for improved accessibility, while the main frame is now sturdier and sti er. The (larger) anthracite-

coloured fuel tank also provides a more balanced overall look to the machine.

The aspects that were praised on the rstgeneration Enduro have, of course, remained unchanged. For example, the continuously adjustable inclination angle (0 to 12 degrees) on the available cleaning modules is an undeniable advantage, especially in rolling elds. It can also be bypassed at any angle. Moreover, with its 2-part bunker that provides a convenient 9t capacity, the 4-row machine claims the title as the largest in its market segment. In terms of (lowest) ground pressure (max. 1.8kg/cm2), Dewulf’s self-propelled harvester also tops the list. For a harvester on tyres, the Enduro can boast unrivalled traction, even in the most challenging conditions. Finally, in its second generation, the machine remains an extremely low threshold for drivers thanks to its ergonomics and tremendous ease of use in the cabin.

Dewulf’s MH 241 and MH 242 receiving hoppers are both available with a Scotts Evolution cleaning module. After the bunker oor, the machine is equipped as standard with a presentation belt, providing even better dosing.

The Scotts Evolution unit itself consists of eight rollers and has the greatest possible working range, as it demonstrates excellent processing in both dry and the most challenging, wet conditions. Depending on the degree of cleaning needed, one can choose four ribs on these spiral rollers for ‘normal’ cleaning and six ribs for a more aggressive cleaning. The unit is provided with a platform on the side to ensure excellent visual inspection of the product processing. FG

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Reduce losses with sprout suppression

Good storage management ensures the nancial success of your potato production and prevents losses. One of these measures is sprout suppression to reduce losses.

As well as sprouting, experts speak of up to 50% of the total weight loss occurring, without sprouting, in the rst four weeks of storage.

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enhances the natural dormancy of potatoes and keeps them calm.

To achieve this goal, the rst application in a sprout inhibition strategy with 1,4SIGHT should be made before the process of sprouting begins.

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• 1,4SIGHT is carbon neutral in the UK. FG

Low-cost robot for on-farm packing

UK designer of automated packing solutions for farmers and packhouses, Pace Mechanical Handling, has launched the PacePal – a new, low-cost collaborative robot palletiser for potato packers – into its already impressive product portfolio.

Collaborative robots (or CoBots) are speci cally designed to work in close proximity to people and do not need to be placed within a cage or behind a guard.

Pace’s new PacePal model is designed to handle cartons and cardboard boxes, making it ideal for on-farm use where potatoes, carrots or other fresh produce are being packed.

Pace says that thanks to its industry contacts, the new CoBot is competitively priced.

The PacePal CoBot has a 20kg load capacity, 1.3m reach and can pack up to 15 cartons per minute.

“Over the last couple of years we have heard over and over again the challenges faced by farmers and packers who are struggling to nd people prepared to work in their packing operations,” says Nick Cesare, Pace Mechanical Handling’s managing director.

“We’ve also heard countless times that these growers cannot a ord to automate as the cost of the machine is una ordable. That’s why we’ve used our industry knowledge, built up over 40 years of supplying robots and automated solutions to agriculture, to introduce the PacePal. It’s incredibly cheap for what it is and is available to buy, rent or on a hire purchase agreement. We think it will become one of our most popular models.”

To nd out more about the new PacePal head to the website:  www.robotpalletizing.co.uk FG

Unique box filler impresses UK potato supplier

accurate when lling boxes. We can have up to 25,000 1t boxes on the ground at any one time, and I might need to ll 1,000 of them in a day with the smallest forklift movements possible. And, of course, I want to be kind to the potatoes; I don’t want them damaged. So, from that conversation Haith developed the QuantaFill and asked me if I’d like to put it through its paces.

“Having used the QuantaFill now for about eight weeks, I can say we are a third faster, maybe more, and we are using one less forklift than before, so it’s a signi cant improvement."

AKP Group has revealed the improvements after undertaking a two-month trial of Haith’s new QuantaFill box ller at its Elsham site in North Lincolnshire.

The QuantaFill features an innovative in-feed conveyor that gently layers the crop into a bu er bunker, which is then lowered into the box. Active discharge doors then open to transfer the crop into the box, simultaneously raising as it lls.

The process ensures that the weight of the box is never lifted and the machine is not put under pressure, which eliminates fatigue or prevents damage to both the machine and the box.

To nd out more about the QuantaFill and Haith’s wider range of vegetable handling equipment, visit www.haith.co.uk FG After

The additional box-handling functionality allows the operator to place stacks of empty boxes into the machine. The boxes are then automatically de-stacked and transported to the lling module.

After being lled, the boxes are restacked for the operator to remove from the line.

AKP Group’s operations director, Ben Mordue, has worked with both David and Chris Haith during his 30 years in the industry.

“I often talk to David and Chris about how we want to improve how we do things,” says Ben. “One day, maybe two years or so ago, I said we wanted to be quicker and more

AKP’s end-to-end service allows it to supply all sectors of the potato industry, spanning retail, food service and food manufacturing, both in the UK and overseas. Most recently, AKP Group has been using the QuantaFill to empty 1.2t jumbo bags of imported potatoes into 1t boxes for retail packers at a rate of up to 60tph, though Ben believes the machine could run faster if required.

Nozzle choice key to rapid potato haulm destruction

Recent work by Certis Belchim has underlined the importance of nozzle choice in getting the most out of PPO-inhibiting desiccants like Gozai (pyra ufen-ethyl) in potato crops.

The trial tested two nozzles –a standard at fan and a Lechler IDTA nozzle.

The Lechler is an air induction twin at fan nozzle with forward and backward facing fans. The nozzle is said to improve coverage and o ers 90-95% drift reduction over a standard at fan.

Certis Belchim’s technical account manager Jeremy Booth explained that two applications of Gozai plus Toil (95% methylated rapeseed adjuvant oil) were made in 300-litres/ha of water – T1 on 6th September and T2 on 13th September.

“One week after the rst

application, the plots treated with the Lechler nozzle improved the level of leaf desiccation by 45% and Gozai’s activity on the stems by 20%.

“Using the backwards and forward twin fan nozzle will achieve the outcome you want much quicker than the standard.”

He added that aside from nozzle choice, crop and environmental conditions at application have a big in uence on speed of kill.

High UV light intensity helps improve activity of PPO-inhibitors like Gozai, so spraying at the start of a sunny day is best and if ailing, 15–20cm of stem should be left above ground to aid kill.

“Previous work has also highlighted the importance of water rate and we see that 300-litres/ha balances consistent results with sprayer e ciency,” said Jeremy. FG

Diverse options for hire

SW Machinery Hire provides hire solutions for the agricultural market, o ering a diverse range of machinery.

Although the company is SouthWest based, using its own lorry for deliveries, SW Hire covers the whole of the UK. With regular customers based further a eld in Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Essex, SW Hire provides to a local and nationwide customer base, for both short and long-term hires.

The diverse range of the company’s eet allows it to cater to farms and businesses of various natures and sizes. The bulk of the eet includes:

• Tractors – 100–400hp John Deere and Fastrac

• Trailers – Grain, silage, atbed, dump, low-loaders and people carrier trailers

• Telehandlers – Agricultural (side arm or pivot steer) and construction

• Muck spreaders – 12–15t rear discharge and 2,400 gallon side discharge

• Hedgecutters – McConnel 6565T 6.5m telescopic reach

• Excavators – 1.5–15t tonne

• Tracked dumpers – 6.5 tonne Takeuchi 180 degree rotation tip tracked dumpers

• Gators – Electric and 4x4 John Deere Gators.

A main bene t of hiring machinery is the exibility of having the machine for the time you need it; maximising pro ts, as payments aren’t being made on a machine that isn’t in use during the winter downtime. With servicing also included, customers can expect a xed cost along with their machine.

With hire periods ranging from two days to three years, SW Hire understands that each customer, and the requirements for each machine can be vastly di erent. Some customers have telehandlers on long term hire, others get an additional telehandler to help them cope with the busier periods, such as harvest. FG

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The field event on 4th and 5th September, 2024 in Nocton, Lincoln, aims to give potato growers a full overview of practical and technical solutions.

NEW POTATO DAYS UK AIMS TO BE PREMIER EVENT FOR INDUSTRY

Held on a specially arranged 20ha site, at Dyson Farming’s Nocton Estate, the new Potato Days UK event will present products and services from more than 70 exhibitors.

Novel practices in trial plots demonstrating the latest advances in agronomy, crop nutrition and input management, together with live cultivation, harvesting, cleaning, loading and storage demonstrations are just part of the programme which potato growers can look forward to.

High industry demand

Launched by DLG (the German Agricultural Society), a non-pro t association creating venues for practical farming events and the team behind popular machinery show, Agritechnica, Potato Days UK aims to meet the high demand from both British and Irish potato professionals for an event that combines practical demonstrations in the eld with displays of machinery and equipment, and knowledge exchange.

Potato growing in 2024 is already requiring a particularly high degree of exibility from farmers in this year’s growing season, due to profound changes in weather conditions. Potato growers will be using the event to identify both technical and farm input solutions to prepare for similar scenarios in the future.

Standen. “These live machinery demos will present to potato growers close up how to get the potatoes out of the ground e ciently and into the trailers for the loading lines,” Greg adds.

Trial plots

A select group of exhibitors have planted trial plots that feature new technologies in weed reduction, crop protection and inputs, di erent varieties and innovative irrigation systems.

solutions and services such as inputs, storage, packaging and processing.

Potato Days UK is accompanied by an informative programme of talks and workshops o ering visitors the opportunity to engage with more than 100 industry suppliers in person, learn about the latest methods and best practices and build business relationships that help move farming operations forward.

“At this unique farm venue, potato professionals from the UK and further a eld will be able to identify market-ready farm solutions e ciently and what is more, we o er free entry. We wanted the event to be as close as possible to farm conditions, which is why we also included large-scale machinery demonstrations on 12 hectares of crops,” says Greg Smith, DLG’s representative in the UK & Ireland.

The crop trials o er visitors the opportunity to inspect crop and agronomy methods in detail.

One crop trial exhibitor is Emerald Research.

“Our on-site trial plots are designed to evaluate ways of reducing the fertiliser and fungicide footprint through using comprehensive programmes of microbials, biostimulants and nutrient placement at planting combined with foliar applications once there is a canopy. We’re looking forward to meeting growers and discussing the changing world of crop management,” said Helen Holman, marketing & communications manager, Emerald Research. The event features an indoor marquee –‘The Potato Days Hall’ – that will present

About DLG

Taking place across both days of the event, the harvesting demonstrations will performed by machines from AVR, Dewulf, Grimme and

Event partners include Dyson Farming; industry organisation, GB Potatoes; AVR; Dewulf; Grimme UK; McCain; the University of Lincoln; and UK Food Valley, the regional network for innovation in the food industry.

Nocton Estate is owned by Dyson Farming, one of the largest and most innovative farming companies in the UK. Dyson Farming will be providing a total area of 20ha in the heart of the British potato region for Potato Days UK.

Interested potato cultivation professionals can visit Potato Days UK free of charge when registering in advance – visit https://potatodays.ticketsrv.co.uk/tickets/

Full site address: Dyson Farming, Nocton Estate, Nocton near Lincoln, LN4 2GR FG

DLG, as part of its non-pro t objective of o ering local know-how for farmers, has been organising a number of successful trade fairs for the potato industry. Potato Days events are held not only in the UK but also in Turkey. DLG also organises PotatoEurope, the international potato industry eld exhibition, which takes place annually, alternating between four countries – Belgium, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Agritechnica, the largest agricultural machinery exhibition in the world, presents international potato equipment indoors, in a dedicated hall for potatoes and other crops.

With more than 31,000 members, DLG is a politically independent and non-pro t organisation. DLG draws on an  international network of some 3,000 food and agricultural experts. Through its subsidiary, DLG International, DLG has subsidiaries in nine countries and also organises over 30 regional agricultural and livestock exhibitions worldwide. DLG’s leading international exhibitions, EuroTier for livestock farming and Agritechnica for agricultural machinery, which are held every two years in Hanover, Germany, provide international impetus for the local trade fairs. Headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, DLG conducts practical trials and tests to keep its members informed of the latest developments.

IMPROVING YOUR BOTTOM LINE WITH OPTIMAL POTATO STORAGE

Omnivent o

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advice around what the ideal potato storage process should look like.

If storage conditions are poor, you may face losses due to rot, sprouting or dehydration. The quality of your potatoes can also deteriorate as sugar content increases. Therefore, it’s important to make sure you have the right knowledge and control over conditions in your store.

Roughly speaking, ve stages can be distinguished when storing potatoes. These speci c conditions may vary depending on the potato variety and harvesting conditions.

1. Loading & equalising

During storing, it is important to ll the shed as quickly as possible and to get an even temperature. If it takes more than a week between storing the rst and the last batch, there will be big di erences in the conditions of the potatoes in storage.

2. Drying & healing

Once all the potatoes have been stored in, drying and healing (subrization) can begin. Healing requires a temperature of at least 12ºC. There is a high risk of rot spread, when the temperature rises above 18oC. Also, make sure to create a high relative humidity of at least 90%.

When drying the potatoes, the relative humidity goes down. Because of the di erence in relative humidity, wound healing and drying cannot take place optimally at the same time. Therefore, the biggest weight losses often occur in this phase. It’s important to nd the right balance between drying and wound healing.

3. Cooling down

You can start cooling when the potatoes are almost dry. If you’re only able to cool with outside air, make sure the nal temperature is not reached until early December. This prevents disruption of the potatoes when the outside air is too warm. You can cool down faster with mechanical cooling, at a maximum of 0.3ºC per day for seed potatoes or a maximum of 0.5ºC per day for other potatoes.

While doing so, keep the CO2 concentration below 2,500ppm, depending on the variety. Having the right levels of CO2 will avoid su ocation of your potatoes and also optimise the colour of potatoes that are destined for frying.

4. Storage

Depending on the length of storage and the dormancy period, sprout inhibitors will have to be applied at some point. A batch of potatoes often needs to be treated several times.

5. Warming up

Just before unloading, we recommend slightly warming up your potatoes, to a temperature of 12–15ºC. This prevents subcutaneous tissue discolouration.

Avoid these common mistakes

Annually, our storage specialists visit hundreds of stores across Northern Europe, including the UK. It’s not uncommon for us to meet store owners who make some basic mistakes in their storage that can be prevented.

• Not having enough ventilation capacity

To avoid the spread of rot when storing, make sure you have enough ventilation capacity. We recommend at least 100 cubic meter air per cubic meter potatoes per hour. When the quality of inbound potatoes is bad, you’ll need forced ventilation (instead of room ventilation) for proper drying performance. This requires a higher investment, but it will pay o in the bad years.

• Lacking control over humidity

Potatoes require at least 95% relative humidity when storing. Mechanical cooling lowers the relative humidity and can cause serious dehydration.

Having a humidi cation system helps you control the humidity in your store. It also means you’ll need less energy for cooling, because humidi cation has a cooling e ect.

• Running fans for too long

Every hour of ventilation causes dehydration, which means more weight loss and pressure bruises. An automated storage program that monitors and controls your fans helps to minimise running hours, and your energy bills.

• Using too much energy when refreshing CO2 Conventionally, refreshing CO2 is done by opening hatches and running the big system fans. This method costs a lot of energy. CO2 is heavier than air, which means you can use a CO2 extraction system. These systems only contain a piping system with a small

e cient fan. This extracts air with a high CO2 concentration from the bottom of the store. Only small amounts of outside air are needed to replace the extracted air. This method is more energy e cient and barely a ects the temperature and humidity in your store.

Optimising your storage will reduce losses while keeping your potatoes in the best possible shape. It will also help you get the best price for your potatoes or have as many potatoes as possible available for processing.

Omnivent says it makes it easy to store your crops in perfect conditions, by providing the best expertise and techniques, so you can concentrate on the job in the eld. Visit the team at the Potato Days UK event in the main tent, or head to www.omnivent.com for more information. FG

Grimme to exhibit at debut Potato Days UK event

Grimme says it is excited to announce its first-ever participation in Potato Days UK – the premier event celebrating the potato industry.

The aim of Potato Days UK is to showcase the latest advancements in potato farming technology.

As a highlight of the show, Grimme will present its cutting-edge Gen 3 Varitron 470 self-propelled harvester and the Select 200 harvester. These machines represent the pinnacle of innovation, o ering unparalleled e ciency and precision for potato harvesting.

Grimme says the Gen 3 Varitron 470 features state-of-the-art technology designed to optimise yield and reduce waste. Powered by a fuel e cient 460hp Tier V engine with low

emissions. The nonstop bunker is now available with an extension section (64cm) – ideal for higher trailers and opening up elds. The award winning ‘SmartView’ video system with touchscreen monitor has some great features including zoom function, live slow motion and the option of image recording. This is also the rst 4-row harvester that Grimme has o ered a picking-o table as an option.

The Select 200 trailed harvester provides a versatile solution for various harvesting needs. It features Active Steering, a unique electronically controlled, hydraulic steering system

that does not require an additional coupling point on the tractor. This increases comfort at the headland, reduces the turning circle and enables optimal guidance into the row.

The axle is telescopic for added stability in the eld but a reduced transport width of less than 3m. VarioDrive, in combination with Speedtronic means the main webs are reversible with in nitely adjustable speed control related to load and harvester speed. Operation is via Isobus, which provides an intuitive visual interface that makes it easy for the operator to identify and con gure

a wide range of automatic functions such as Speedtronic.

In addition to these impressive harvesters, attendees will have the opportunity to witness the Cleanloader in action. This “groundbreaking” loading system e ciently transfers potatoes into trailers, ensuring minimal damage and maximum throughput. The Cleanloader exempli es Grimme’s commitment to enhancing productivity and sustainability in agriculture.

Visitors to the Grimme stand will also be able to explore the latest advancements in I-systems technology, designed to streamline farm operations through intelligent automation and data management. These systems represent a signi cant step forward in integrating digital tools with traditional farming practices, providing growers with realtime insights and greater control over their processes.

Grimme’s participation in Potato Days UK marks a signi cant milestone, o ering attendees a unique opportunity to experience rsthand the future of potato farming. To learn more about the event and register, please visit the Potato Days UK website at www.potatodaysuk.com FG

GRIMME VARITRON 470

4 Row Self-Propelled Harvester

The Gen3 VARITRON 470 makes harvest easier and more productve thanks to a more powerful topper with advanced suspension and a NEW quick release mountng system. Speedtronic control matches the web speed to the forward speed of the machine and ensures maximum crop fow. A true Non-Stop Bunker with bunker extension is ideal for higher trailers and opening-up felds. PLUS easier, fail-safe operaton using the latest Smartview camera system and the NEW CCI 1200 operator terminal.

GRIMME VARITRON 470 – UK spec now includes a picking off table option

NEXT GENERATION – SAME DNA

Specialist trailers to feature in demo area

Richard Western Ltd says it is excited to be part of this year’s Potato Days UK event as site prep partner and bronze exhibitor.

Four Richard Western rootcrop trailers will be used alongside the state-of-the-art potato harvesting equipment in the demonstration areas.

On the exhibitor’s stand, the RC16HS 16t rootcrop trailer will be on display and adjacent to a specially designed 28ft atbed trailer with hydraulically operating walkways and

box pusher to safely and e ectively carry potato boxes.

The RC16HS is a low line trailer designed to facilitate damage free root crop harvesting. This trailer comes standard with a monocoque tapered body, 10 stud commercial axles and a single 6 stage tipping ram. The trailer will be tted with a brandnew hydraulic lift over sheeting system; this side-to-side sheeting system is designed to lift over the load to ensure the root vegetables are not damaged

during transport.

during transport.

The BTTA16/28HS atbed trailer will be con gured for potato harvesting on 1.8m commercial axles with 560/45R22.5 otation tyres to reduce ground compaction.

The hydraulic walkways on the trailer are a new design, that can be

used as walkways for levelling potatoes or folded all the way up to act as a load restraint system; when not in use the walkways can be folded down and out of the way.

The potato box pusher tted on the rear of the trailer ensures the boxes are tightly held and secured. FG

Chaser Bins

Suffolk Silage & Grain Trailers

Stone & Rubble Trailers

Bale and Pallet Trailers

Optionally, the machine can also digitally link with the online AVR Connect platform for increased e ciency. AVR Connect is an online reporting tool for machine activities, and records machine data, both on and o the eld. The data it provides allows for a more e ective use of the machine, such as applying precision farming techniques.

more than 20 years of potato expertise

For 20 years, Mercian Ltd has been providing potatoes and services to crisping processors. With a team of specialists spread geographically across seven counties of the UK, the business says it provides a quality service to both growers and processors alike. Mercian Ltd’s Ian Jackson explains: “Over the years, we have developed our own software – LiveTrace. By using this platform, it enables our team to actively manage crops through every single stage and engages all stakeholders –growers, agronomists and customers alike driving improvements and e ciencies.

“Site selection is key when it comes to variety choice. LiveTrace also integrates with MuddyBoots, Farm Carbon Toolkit, AB Texel, and others to allow e cient collection of data. A large investment for automated carbon calculations is now in progress to calculate CO2/t automatically.”

Ian goes on to say that it all starts with the seed. “Annual trials, with 180 plots this season, search for the best and potential new varieties.

Paris and Punchy are examples of our progress, and further varieties are also expanding to commercial seed quantities.”

In 2021 the rules surrounding sprout suppressant changed dramatically, replacing the cheap, dependable CIPC with three new products that were unknown in the UK. According to Ian: “We made the decision early on to undertake our own fogging applications to better understand how the products worked, we currently own three Synofog machines and can travel to potato stores nationwide. This provides transparency for both customers and growers at a level never seen before, setting the standards.

“In 2023, we decided to expand

our business and provide the same level of service to the chipping and packing sector. The rst season has been a success, enabling us to employ two more sta members. We will be o ering more contracts for this sector for 2025/26 season for new and existing growers, plus crisping

and packing options through Mercian Trading, this enables us to deal/trade the ‘whole crop’ on farm.”

Join Ian and the Mercian Ltd team on the company’s stand at Potato Days UK for a chat and a packet of crisps made specially for the show using Mercian’s own Punchy variety. FG

Mercian Ltd’s Ian Jackson.

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Best-selling machinery ranges on display

Cambridgeshire-based David Harrison Handling Solutions Ltd says it is excited to be exhibiting at the inaugural Potato Days UK at Nocton this September.

At the event, David Harrison Handling Solutions Ltd can be found in the exhibition marquee, showcasing some of its best-selling machinery.

There will be a wide selection on display, from the popular Midi Easy ll Box Filler from Tong, to a PM-type

palletiser from manufacturer Visser, to a new 720 weigher from The Sack Filling and Robot Palletising Company, for whom David Harrison is the UK agent.

In addition to this, the company will be joined this year by William

Cross from Symach. David Harrison has been supplying Symach machines to its customers for a number of years as part of its extensive portfolio of handling solutions.

William will be on hand across both days to chat to customers about

Symach’s very own packaging and palletising systems.

“Symach designs and manufactures palletising and packaging systems that are optimally suited to many business activities. Our products enable us to lay the foundations for e cient, exible business processes,” explains William.

“We build our packaging and palletisers based on years of experience and an innovative understanding of the available options, resulting in customised modular design, exceptional reliability and excellent performance in terms of speed and quality.

“Companies all over the world choose our customised solutions. Our biggest challenge is to create customer value, and our vast knowledge and experience help us. But it goes beyond that, we make a real di erence by focusing on our customer’s wishes and expectations in everything we do.

“We advise them in their choices, deliver optimum performance, and are available day and night to provide servicing. We know full well that good packaging and palletising requires more than just the right machines.”

David Harrison and the team say they would like to welcome you onto their stand over the two days and look forward to seeing you all then. FG

WEIGH IT. BAG IT. STACK IT.

You can rely on David Harrison to have the handling solutions to meet your needs.

From simple Visser palletisers to the Symach’s “all singing, all dancing” alternatives and from the incredibly accurate Manter weigher baggers to the tough and reliable Sack Filling Company stitching line they will, along with expert back-up, help to keep your packhouse both proftable and fully operational. David Harrison Handling Solutions Ltd are proud to have possibly the UK’s largest stock of used and refurbished potato handling equipment.

Weather and disease challenges require innovation

Potato growers have needed to adapt and be exible in their crop management throughout 2024. Weather and disease challenges have required some innovative solutions and there will be plenty to discuss at the new Potato Days UK event taking place on 4–5th September.

Corby-based irrigation equipment manufacturer Briggs Irrigation has designed its range to provide growers with the exibility they require. The company will exhibit a selection of its latest systems at the event.

Managing director Adrian Colwill commented: “Ease of

operation when transporting irrigation machinery, connecting it to the farm’s water supply, setting it up and ensuring it is working e ciently has always been a priority.

“As well as ensuring each piece of equipment is robust, reliable and straightforward to operate, we can provide an extensive selection of ancillary items to accommodate the speci c requirements of each farm or location, or to adapt to particular conditions.

“We look forward to seeing existing customers and to making new contacts at this new event.” FG

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trap crops, or biofumigants to nematodes. On the other hand, other species used as cover crops can be good hosts which support nematode multiplication.

“Our trials indicated that some varieties of oil radish and French marigolds were poor hosts and suppressed RLN population numbers, however, Indian Mustard, which is popular as a biofumigant to suppress potato cyst nematodes (PCN), increased Pratylenchus spp.”

Michael Rodger of Richard Austin Agriculture updated delegates on the herbicide crop safety trials being held on 26 varieties, including some new, coded varieties provided by the breeders.

While last year’s trials were focused on metribuzin, hotter herbicide mixes have been used this year. Observations will be made weekly for the next four weeks, and the plots will be taken through to yield.

Healthy soils and potatoes

Another area which generated interesting discussions between sta and growers concerned agroecological strategies, and their bene ts and

Sharing practical knowledge to refine potato best practice

Hutchinsons hosted a Potato Demonstration Day recently, to address some key challenges faced by UK growers.

This year’s Hutchinsons Potato Demonstration Day, held at Worth Farms, Holbeach, Lincolnshire, focused on potential solutions to some of the key challenges faced by UK potato growers.

Ongoing research into wireworm, PCN management, crop safety of post emergence herbicides, nutrition trials, plus updates about root lesion nematodes were some of the topics covered on the well-attended day.

Due to heavy rainfall it was not possible to visit the demonstration plots in the eld, and the talks took place in one of the yards belonging to Worth Farms.

Key field trials

Hutchinsons root crop technical manager Darryl Shailes highlighted some of the key eld trials being carried out by the company to assess the impact of di erent strategies on wireworm populations in a crop of Maris Piper.

These include a pyrethroid granule which has approval in the pipeline and a calcium-cyanamide based fertiliser.

“At the moment we are focused on the theoretical e ects of these products,” said Darryl, noting that the fertiliser has had some e ect in onions.

Some cover crop species help reduce wireworm populations, and the Hutchinsons team is measuring the e ects of two di erent types of buckwheat, a high glucosinolate mustard and a lower glucosinolate standard mustard, and a multi-variety cover crop for soil health, revealed Darryl.

He also presented the additional work

exploring the potential bene ts from growing DeCyst-Prickly (Solanum sisymbriifolium) and DeCyst Broadleaf (Solanum scabrum), which can be used as catch crops for PCN as well as cover crops.

Darryl said: “We will be comparing the nal populations with those initially present (pf/pi) so growers can make informed strategies on how to reduce PCN infestation.”

Simon Faulkner of SDF Agriculture pointed out the importance of developing strategies that are not dependent on pesticide approvals.

“Concerns over pesticide approvals highlights the importance of knowing which varieties can o er resistance and/or tolerance,” he said. “Growers must manage their land to ensure that PCN levels are manageable without over-relying on pesticides.”

PCN varietal resistance trials, which started last year are continuing, and are assessing a mix of older and newer varieties.

“We are seeing some additional crisping, packing and chipping varieties which have both tolerance and resistance, which will be important traits going forward.”

French marigold (Tagetes patula) and certain varieties of oil radish cover crops can be e ective at reducing soil populations of root lesion nematode (RLN) Pratylenchus spp., revealed PhD student Vongai Chekanai of Harper Adams.

The main crops susceptible to RLN include potatoes, onions, carrots, da odils and other narcissi. In potatoes, Pratylenchus is associated with potato early dying disease and poor emergence.

Vongai said: “Cover crops can be non-hosts,

potential pitfalls when not correctly undertaken.

Ed Brown, head of agroecology services at Hutchinsons, emphasised that healthy soils are key to healthy crops, and such strategies can deliver real bene ts for potato crops when done appropriately.

He encouraged the visitors to explore the principles and keep an open mind.

Strategies include minimising soil disturbance, maintaining living roots in the soil throughout the year, maximising diversity, and, where possible, integrating livestock into the rotation.

“These activities will help develop truly healthy soil, thereby growing truly healthy plants which will rely on less intervention but provide better yields and better quality.”

Ed drew attention to possible reasons why PCN may be proliferating, such as too short rotations and lack of predators for those nematodes in the soil food web.

“We need to ensure that the soil food web is balanced, so individual species never get a chance to take hold.”

Ian Robertson of Sustainable Soil Management head of soil services at Hutchinsons emphasised that nutrient soil indexes do not imply functionality or availability to the plant.

He explained some of the interactions of the Soil Food Web, which go from photosynthesisers, at the top level, through decomposers, pathogens and root feeders, and predators at di erent levels.

“Connectivity between the di erent levels of organisms is key, and as soon as you move soil you lose this, which allows some pests to proliferate above others,” concluded Ian. FG

PERFECT PREPARATION IN ALL CONDITIONS

Disc or tine, shallow and/or deep cultivation, 3m to 12m, high performance cultivators for all conditions: Joker, Terrano, Cruiser, Fortis, Tiger and Finer. To discover more about the wide and versatile range of cultivators, drills and sprayers, speak to your local HORSCH branch. HORSCH.COM

Joker RT

Terrano FX

Terrano MT

Operating at shallow tillage depths through to deep loosening and with a wide range of packers and mini-drills attached, it is possible for farmers to specify a Horsch cultivator set-up that suits very speci c needs, or create a exible solution for varied conditions.

Shallow cultivation

The versatile family of Joker disc cultivators is designed for shallow stubble cultivation, germination of volunteer crops and shallow seedbed preparation. The optimised disc angle improves the quality of the cultivation and results in a very even surface, Horsch says. The slight inclination of the disc guarantees that the capillaries are broken over the whole working width when working shallowly. This reduces traction and, in dry years, saves available water.

The trailed Joker RT features a hydraulically operated levelling board at the leading edge of the frame enabling it to perform well on stubble and ploughed land. The soil adaption and the stone protection of the Joker RT are carried out via the well-proven rubber bearing.

The new 12.25m Joker 12 RT completes the range with a new folding mechanism and twin axle to keep the transport height to 4m.

A new knife roller or a Crossbar can be optioned. The knife roller guarantees a safe cutting diagonally to the direction of travel in rape stubble or cover crops. The knives t tightly to the rotor and reduce the risk of breaking to a minimum. The Crossbar in front of the discs is ideal for additional levelling and can be retracted or extended via hydraulic cylinders and the aggressiveness can be adjusted.

The trailed Cruiser XL tine cultivator works at depths of 4–15cm and can be equipped with four di erent cultivation points. It performs well for stubble cultivation, seedbed preparation or loosening and venting the soils in spring. In combination with duck foot coulters, it is ideal for mechanical weed control thanks to the new FlexGrip tine.

Thanks to the 700mm clearance, even large quantities of organic material are no problem. The Cruiser XL’s longer frame design provides

Horsch outlines its cultivator range, available with disc, tine or disc and tine configurations in 3–12m working widths, including new models.

CULTIVATING YOUR OWN WAY

excellent eld levelling and it produces ne soil in the seedbed.

A new 9m Cruiser XL completes the range. The new FlexGrip tine is pre-stressed with a 180kg release force to maintain a precise working depth even in the most di cult conditions. The 17cm tine spacing optimises mixing and crumbling on the surface and the comprehensive packer options guarantee working quality in wet and dry conditions.

Shallow tillage and deep loosening

material reliably over the whole cultivation horizon.

Deeper loosening and higher horsepower

The Tiger MT, a combination of disc harrow and cultivator in 3–7.5m widths, has a design identical to the Terrano MT but with the rst two rows equipped with larger diameter discs. Designed to perform well in conditions with long straw and di cult residues, such as corn stubble, it incorporates evenly without blockage.

The Terrano MT has been specially designed to “mix on the top and loosen at the bottom” making it ideal for UK farming operations, the manufacturer reckons. Firstly, two rows of 52cm rotary discs mix the surface followed by two rows of TerraGrip tines with narrow, low disturbance points that deep loosen to 30cm.

The Terrano MT is particularly suitable for the cultivation of heavy soils that must be loosened deeply, but where harvest residues can only be incorporated in a very shallow manner to avoid coarse soil being transported to the surface.

The DiscSystem produces a lot of ne soil, and the working depth can be adjusted hydraulically and in nitely. Due to the large 40cm tine spacing and narrow points, the horsepower requirement is lower.

The 3–5m mounted Terrano FX tine cultivator features a 3-bar compact design for shallow tillage or deep loosening at a depth of 30cm. It breaks plough pan and at the same time mixes in organic

The 68cm discs cut through and intensively mix in residues and are followed by two rows of TerraGrip 2 tines with a spacing of 46cm for a deeper cultivation up to 35cm working depth. The tines are tted with a hydraulic reset system enabling a trip force of 800kg for deeper working in heavy soils. A tyre packer ensures it can work in wet di cult conditions. Other packing systems can either be mounted or trailed behind the Tiger range.

The Fortis AS is a completely new generation of tine cultivator designed to meet increasing demands and tractor powers, and at the same time o er more variety for working depths. It is ideal for a deep loosening and primary tillage with a maximum working depth of 30cm.

Joining the 6m and 7m models, the new 9m Fortis 9 AS features an enormous 8.75m working width from tine centre to tine centre, allowing for high work rates in combination with the largest standard tractors. The well-known TerraGrip tine system provides mounting for all known points and wings, and the 4-bar design allows for a 27cm tine spacing. FG

Terrano 4 MT.

Tiger 6 AS.

REPLACEMENT TIPS CUT WASTE AND IMPROVE VERSATILITY

Trials of replacement coulter tip tines show excellent durability and e ciency, as well as reducing soil disturbance.

The UK introduction of a replaceable coulter tip tines for popular seed drills by Bourgault Tillage Tools, is enhancing versatility, minimising metal waste, and ensuring superior seed placement with minimal soil disturbance.

They are available for Weaving Sabre Tine, Amazone Cayenna, Kuhn Megant, and self-builds with rigid tines.

With these seed drills becoming increasingly popular due to grants and variable weather, farmers are using them as their primary seed drill or as a backup when larger disc drills can’t operate. The new complete leg or the weld-on socket option allows any vertical rigid tine to become a replaceable coulter tip tine.

Conceived at Groundswell 2022, the replaceable coulter tip tine was quickly developed using tips from BTT’s foundry in Saskatchewan, Canada. Initial trials at Love’s Farm, Essex, compared the new BTT replaceable tip tine with Weaving OEM tines over 800 acres of heavy clay. The initial results demonstrated excellent durability and the BTT tips showed superior wear resistance, with a 6:1 tip to tine wear ratio.

Improved e ciency with the VOS 19mm tip design reduced soil disturbance and pulling e ort. A narrower VOS 13mm tip option is also available.

Additional bene ts to the RTT (replaceable tip tine system) include reduced metal waste, cost savings from less downtime and longer-lasting tips, high-quality materials with extra-long tungsten carbide inserts and greatly improved soil penetration and seed contact.

available since July 2023 and its rapidly. It’s manufactured from

The nal designs have been available since July 2023 and its popularity has been growing rapidly. It’s manufactured from Hardox steel with max life protection and all tips are secured with BTT’s patented and proven stainless steel square nut and bolt assembly.

BTT says it has many users across the country that are prepared to endorse the RTT system and the company is happy to put you in contact with one. FG waste,

VOS (Versatile Opener System) for Drills

Richard Hellyer Farm Manager

on a 700ha heavy clay farm at Hatley St George, Bedfordshire

We purchased the Triton 6m drill in 2021 to replace heavy cultivations and reduce labour and fuel costs. The Triton has allowed us to maximise our winter wheat acreage and drop spring drilled crops from the rotation. The Triton drill has exceeded our expectations with a dramatic reduction in costs and with wheats averaging 11tha which is higher than we were getting from our previous heavy cultivation and plough system. It is true to say that the Triton will drill clay effectively in virtually any conditions and gives the confidence to drill wheat later to reduce black grass.

Twin hold roll pin blade removal system and backward leaning air borne upper blade for trash lift and ease of trash flow

Seed depth tail 40mm deep holding the seed at correct depth and placing seed on either side of seed terrace

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Triton launched its unique deep soil engagement direct drill in 2018 to give plough based yields from direct drilling. Six years later we are consistently achieving higher yields from the Triton than from ploughed trials on our own land. The Triton is the only all weather seed drill on the market that gives the flexibility to grow maximum profit autumn sown crops whilst reducing blackgrass from late drilling. A number of other manufacturers are now claiming all weather capabilities – don't be caught out, get a demo against a Triton.

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New drill toolbar and front hopper launched

Claydon, the company behind the Opti-Till crop establishment system, launched its Evolution Drill Toolbar and Front Hopper at this year’s Cereals event.

The two new products were seen for the rst time on Claydon’s stand at Cereals, alongside the company’s 6m trailed Hybrid T drill, 9m Straw Harrow, 4m TerraBlade inter-row hoe and 6m TerraStar light rotary cultivator.

be optioned, allowing fertiliser to be supplied to either the front leading tine or rear seeding tine.

Claydon’s Opti-Till is a holistic approach to crop establishment which delivers consistent, high yielding crops at low cost for maximum pro tability, combined with progressive improvements to soil structure and health.

The Claydon range also includes 3m, 7.5m, 9m, 12.5m and 15m Straw Harrows which create a micro tilth in the top 30mm of soil for fast, even germination of weed seeds and volunteers. It also tackles slugs by raking out and destroying weeds at the cotyledon/one-leaf stage.

With a total capacity of 2,750 litres, split 45:55%, the new Evolution Front Hopper is pressurised to ensure reliable high-volume material delivery to the rear distribution heads. Twin metering units deliver either mixed or separated seed/fertiliser ows to the rear-mounted drill, a simple airline box selector diverting the ow of material to the distribution pipes or combining the total output into one pipe. An Isocan terminal controls all front hopper functions and allows variable rate seeding, depending on the task controller and licence key.

Isobus compatible, the front Hopper is supplied with small, medium or large diameter interchangeable metering wheels to suit a wide range of seeds and fertilisers. Weighing 730kg, it measures 2,476mm wide, 1,803mm high and 1,619mm long, incorporates two hopper sensors providing ‘low level’ and ‘empty’ warnings, work lights, two road vision cameras, a toolbox and foldable front footstep. Options include 550kg of ballast, plus packer wheels with passive steering and wheel scrapers. Meanwhile, the Evolution Drill Toolbar can be used in conjunction with the Evolution Front Hopper and is available in widths of 3m, 4m, 4.5m, 4.8m, 5m or 6m. The standard speci cation includes one distribution head with 38mm seed delivery hoses, but a second distribution head can

The 6m TerraStar light rotary cultivator is a fast, e ective stubble management and slug control tool which can also be used to level elds, improve drainage, and incorporate manures or residues.

Claydon TerraBlade inter-row hoes from 3–8m provide a low-cost, mechanical method of controlling weeds in combinable, band-sown crops.

For a list of authorised dealers visit: claydondrill.com/dealersdistributors or view the range at www. claydondrill.com FG

Claydon Evolution Drill Toolbar.

Claydon Evolution Front Hopper.

Options to remove compaction with minimal surface disturbance

With increasing awareness and emphasis on soil health, Cousins of Emneth says it o ers cultivation options to alleviate compaction problems and give your crops the best start – with no soil inversion and minimal surface disturbance.

The use of a soil-loosening cultivation tool can relieve any damage caused during previous wet periods and help soils cope better with any future heavy downpours moving forward.

Where minimal surface disturbance and low horse-power requirement are the priority, the

Less-Lift is the go-to tool, the manufacturer says. It features hydraulically adjustable cutting discs running directly ahead of specially designed Step Change tines with a vertical plane in contact with the soil for minimum inversion followed by a Shark Fin Packer, which has optimally placed blades to assist in slot closure while creating minimal surface disturbance.

Where deeper soil penetration is required the original V-form SoilLoosener is able to work between 250–500mm depths. There are a range of tine, point and wing options available to suit individual requirements, including low disturbance options.

Less-Lift models are linkage mounted 3m rigid, 4m, 5m and 6m folding working widths.

V-form models are 3m and 3.5m rigid linkage mounted; 4.5m, 5m and 5.5m folding linkage mounted; and 4.5m, 5.5m, 6.5m and 7.5m trailed.

Wisbech-based Cousins has been designing and manufacturing soil-looseners for 30 years. FG

Shallow cultivation range keeps on giving

As we wade through a challenging year, the prospects for the shallow cultivation range o ered by the Güttler Supermaxx range just keeps on giving, says importer Wox Agri Services.

The machine’s ability to work large acreages for chitting and stubble processing is and continues to be a huge focus for farmers/contractors and growers of all shapes and sizes.

The range allows the choice and exibility to create a stale seed bed at almost surface depth, (10–40mm) with ease, but when required the range can work signi cantly deeper on ploughed soils or deeper noninversion situations.

Power requirements and initial purchase price are favourable for the range in some di cult trading

situations and getting to grips with cultural requirements and direction of the industry.

With the treatment of oilseed rape seed being restricted, studies are guiding growers towards shallow cultivation to break up burdens of slugs and ea beetle numbers, exposing the stubble and soil to the increased activity within the soil pro le, to allow the crop being planted to emerge and get growth on ahead of the winter by reducing competition.

The range of Supermaxx machines continues to grow and with a full range of machines from stock at 3–12m, Wox says there is never a better time to pick up the phone or send the team a message to see the product line. FG

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Devon farmer Andrew says he relies heavily on PFC’s Awemak cultivators to streamline operations from start to nish, and they have become the “backbone” of his farm – transforming each step of eld preparation into a seamless process.

“To begin, I undertake the vital task of checking for soil compaction with the use of a PFC soil penetrometer; this allows me to make the correct decision on what implement is most applicable for my soil preparation, dramatically reducing unnecessary cultivations in turn reducing preparation costs,” he explains.

“Next, with Awemak’s range of heavy-duty subsoilers and disc

combinations, I start by breaking up any compacted zones, ensuring deep aeration and enhanced water penetration leading to better root development. This foundation is crucial for healthy crop growth and helps me reach higher yields during harvesting.”

After primary cultivations, depending on seedbed readiness, he will either use Cambridge rollers with breaker boards or a nishing cultivator.

Tractor ballast with PFC weights ensures his machinery operates e ciently, maintaining balance and traction across varied terrains.

Additionally, contracting out these implements to neighbours and other growers has become a pro table sideline for Andrew.

“The versatility and reliability of these tools mean that my Awemak inventory is all I need to keep my farm productive year-round,” he adds. “[...] Awemak cultivators have truly revolutionised my farming experience, combining quality, durability, and pro tability in one exceptional package.” FG

A reputation for long working life

Kockerling produces a wide range of cultivators, disc harrows and seed drills to suit di erent soil types and conditions.

All machines have been manufactured to exacting standards using hot drawn box sections as standard; hence Kockerling’s reputation for long working life, low running cost, and versatile machines. The range of machines include both trailed and mounted cultivators that are all tted with the original double STS roller.

The Allrounder Pro line with its four rows of tines spaced at 16.7cm is capable of a number of di erent tasks, including seedbed preparation after ploughing, opening soil for quicker drying, secondary stubble cultivations, and as a primary

cultivator in lighter conditions.

The Allrounder Flatline is equipped with heavy duty double sprung elephant tines spaced at 130mm over six rows. This machine can work from very shallow or to a depth of 13cm.

The Vario is the agship of the Kockerling eet and comes as standard with full hydraulic depth control with 13cm tine spacing over eight rows. The soil and crop residue are carried in the machine for a number of meters to give optimum mix and distribution of crop residue to leave a perfectly level nish in just one pass, the manufacturer says.

Other cultivators in the range include the Quadro and Vector aimed at deeper working and the Rebell short disc harrow. FG

Funding paves way for straw harrows

With harvest well under way at the time of writing, attention is already turning to cultivation and autumn planting. With the aid of grant funding and SFI payments for direct seeding, there has been a clear move towards this method of crop establishment.

To help with the transition to direct seeding, FETF grants have been available for straw harrows whose role is an integral part

of stubble preparation prior to planting.

Bullock Tillage has supplied many customers with its STR Straw Harrow available in 4, 6 and 7m working widths, with the 6m version being the most popular.

The STR harrow comes complete with front-mounted 520mm hydraulically adjustable wavy discs followed by ve rows of hydraulically adjustable 16mm diameter straw tines. All harrows come complete with mounting frames for seeder units and road lighting.

The STR harrow is ideal for producing a scratch tilth in order to get a ush of volunteer and weed seeds to grow rapidly so they can be sprayed o prior to planting. It is important to note the discs are capable of producing a scratch tilth but are not designed to cultivate to a depth of a disc harrow.

The addition of a seeder unit enables the STR harrow to establish cover crops and other SFI options. FG

TILLAGE-LIVE: Get the latest crop establishment know-how

Now in its 33rd year, Tillage-Live will return to Yorkshire in 2024, hosted at Headley Hall near Tadcaster on 18th September.

Organised by the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA) on behalf of the industry, Tillage-Live is the national crop establishment demonstration. The event will showcase leading machinery manufacturers with demonstrations of crop establishment technology including ploughs, cultivators,

conventional, strip tillage and direct drills.

In the live demonstration arena, there will be an opportunity to see machinery working not only in stubble but manufacturers will also get the chance to show o their machinery in several di erent cover crops.

Tillage-Live remains the sole national annual working crop establishment event, and this year’s demo at Tadcaster will be the rst chance for growers to see many of this year’s new machines in action, in real post-harvest conditions.

With working demonstrations from manufacturers including: Amazone, Horsch, Fentech Agri, KRM, Kubota, Kuhn, Kverneland, John Deere, Pottinger, Sumo, Opico and Väderstad, the day promises a real insight into professional crop establishment techniques.

This year’s knowledge trail includes a look at soils and cover crops as well as tyres and soil protection.

Event organiser Kayleigh Holden, explained: “The AEA are extremely pleased that Tillage-Live will be taking place in Yorkshire in 2024. The site o ers excellent facilities for manufacturers to showcase their machinery to potential customers and visitors and we would like to thank the University of Leeds Research Farm for hosting the event.”

This year’s Tillage-Live takes place on Wednesday 18th September with the site easily accessible – being located just minutes o Junction 44 of the A1(M)/A64 Bramham Interchange. The full address is: Headley Hall, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, LS24 9NT. More information can be found at www.tillage-live.com. You can keep up to date with the event and the latest news on social media using #tillgrowspray.

Tillage-Live is organised by the AEA on behalf of industry exhibitors and has been held since 1992.

The AEA is a trade association representing manufacturers and importers of agricultural machinery and outdoor power equipment (horticulture, professional and leisure grass care and forestry).

AEA owns and administers the National Sprayer Testing Scheme, the British Agricultural Garden Machinery Association (BAGMA) and is contracted to run the secretariat of the Milking Equipment Association (MEA). FG

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Flexible applications for trailed compact disc harrows

Pottinger’s Terradisc T, with working widths of up to 6m, can now be equipped with a knife roller as a pre-tool. This opens up a wide range of applications from seedbed preparation, stubble cultivation to incorporation of cover crops.

The additional shredding e ect eliminates the need for prior cultivation and breaking up of the stubble, saving time and resources. Likewise, it promotes the incorporation of organic matter as well as its microbial decomposition. If the knife roller is not required on a particular job, it can be folded away completely so that it no longer contacts the soil.

The knives on the roller are arranged in a spiral, which ensures

it rotates smoothly because it is in constant contact with the ground to produce a uniform load on the cutting edge. The roller diameter of 350mm ensures a high speed of rotation. These features deliver consistent chopping quality and high cutting intensity, resulting in a powerful shredding e ect.

The depth of the front tool is adjusted hydraulically, which means it is possible to react quickly to di erent site conditions. The knife roller can be retro tted to existing Terradisc T models with a working width of 4–6m from the year of manufacture 2018.

The optional knife roller will be mounted to a Terradisc T 5001 and displayed at the Tillage-Live event. FG

Improved performance for compact short disc harrows

Revisions to the Qualidisc range have brought increased performance and versatility across a wider range of soil types. This is alongside the introduction of the widest model in the range, at 12.25m, which is suited to controlled tra c systems, Kverneland says.

The new agship, a trailed compact disc harrow called Qualidisc T, boasts four independently mounted frame sections that follow ground contours, with each section carrying two rows of 600mm diameter notched discs –the same as those found on smaller Qualidisc Pro models.

Ground pressure is maintained across pairs of wing sections, maintaining a level, worked soil layer and an even surface. The system remains e ective at high forward

speeds of up to 20km/hr. Working depth adjustment is from 2–15cm, and a range of rear packer options are available.

Updates across the Qualidisc range have further adjusted the disc section to bring improved penetration and complete cutting of the soil surface in dry conditions, along with improved levelling on both sides of the machine. For those operating in light, u y soils, an optional pair of star discs can be tted in place of the standard steel levelling discs.

Two frame options are available on trailed models so you can choose a longer chassis to increase the press options available. Choices include the soil-on-soil Actipress Twin with its u-pro le rings, or the Double Cage rear roller. FG

Pre-setting of depth at the front and rear

Cultivation range to be put through its paces in demo arena

Tillage-Live will see Agriweld running some of its innovative cultivation range in the demo arena.

The ASL, which will be put through its paces, is a low disturbance toolbar designed to run in conjunction with a mounted or trailed drill to enable a one-pass system that reduces man-hours and running costs. It features autoreset legs with low disturbance points that will lift and shatter to 300mm deep. This then alleviates

compaction across the full width of the machine.

The versatile Multi-Till will also be in action in the arena, after a great reception at Cereals. This trailed cultivator, complete with double set of mixing discs and Agri-Packer roller, provides farmers with ve cultivating options in one machine that can be brought in and out of work on the y, the company explains.

Meanwhile the Duo Disc will make its show debut in the Tillage-

arena. This disc cultivator can be run in front or behind the tractor thanks to its reversible headstock for tasks such as mixing crop residue ahead of a rear cultivator or chopping ploughed land ahead of potato planting. It can work in

conjunction with a rear implement such as the Min-Dis to create a more comprehensive cultivation pass.

Agriweld will also be displaying a range of items such as weights, transport boxes, Quickshift, buckets and more on its static stand. FG

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A tool for every cultivation dilemma

Soil tillage should be targeted to need rather than habit, with depth and intensity calculated to the eld conditions. With a range of compact disc harrows, shallow tine cultivators and deep-work tine or disc and tine cultivators, Amazone says there is a tool in its range to solve any cultivation dilemmas.

Using the rule of thumb of 1cm/ tonne straw/ha, crop residues should be incorporated at the minimum required to prevent over-working soils. The Catros+ compact disc harrows

come in widths from 3–12m and disc sizes from 460–660mm. Disc diameter depends on the working depth required; too large a disc working shallow will lead to a poor mixing e ect and so the 510mm serrated disc, which o ers depths from 5–15 cm, is a good all-rounder.

Reconsolidation is provided by a choice of 11 di erent rollers, depending on the soil type. Up-front, a Crushboard can provide a precultivation or levelling e ect whereas the knife roller will pre-shred cover

crops or other surface residues ahead of the discs.

The Cobra shallow tine cultivator again features that choice of Crushboard or knife roller upfront. The six stagger tine layout o ers substantial clearance from tine to tine for good trash ow. The vibration of the ECO leaf spring tines shatters the soil producing ner soil and separating the plant roots to ensure a good mechanical kill.

The 220mm duckfoot points can be used for both cutting the full soil surface to destroy plant growth,

control weeds and break that capillary transpiration action or, alternatively, the 50mm narrow points break up the soil surface, leaving the perfect preconditions for volunteer and weed seed germination as well as a weatherproof nish. The Cobra, due to its intensive tine action, can also be used for seedbed preparation ahead of the drill.

The Ceus disc and tine combination cultivator gives the ultimate in exibility as the Ceus can be used with the front ‘Catros’ discs only for shallow stubble working, the C-Mix tines only for soil loosening down to a depth of 30cm or a combination of both tines and discs to fully incorporate any crop residues. Depending on the job in hand, the C-Mix tines can be tted with 80mm or 100mm incorporation points, with or without mixing wings, or the 40mm narrow point for below surface shatter of any compaction issues. Stone protection is provided with a choice of compression springs, the C-Mix Super, or the pressureadjustable, hydraulic release on the C-Mix Ultra. The GreenDrill catch crop seeder box can be mounted to any Amazone cultivator for the one-pass establishment of cover crops and green manures in accordance with the various SFI schemes on the go. FG

The Catros compact disc harrow comes in range of working widths from 2.5 - 7 m mounted and up to 12 m trailed. The new third generation models now integrate the Smart Frame System for even easier working depth adjustment. This new form of adjustment means that the machine needs to be aligned to the feld surface only once.

The low pulling power requirement combined with high speeds provides high work rates with low fuel consumption. With a disc diameter of 510 mm, the Catros+ permits working depths from 5 -14 cm and with the X-Cutter disc, an even shallow working depth of 2 - 8 cm is possible.

Optional front tools such as the knife roller also make the Catros ideal for shredding large amounts of organic matter such as rape, sunfowers, maize stubbles or catch crops.

Cultivator gets prescription map tillage

Väderstad says its TopDown cultivator has entered a new generation, with the introduction of the iPad-based control system –Väderstad E-Control – as well as the ability to apply prescription map tillage via Isobus Task Control.

TopDown is a multipurpose cultivator, combining an intensive disc cultivator along with a robust three axle tine cultivator in the same machine.

Whether it’s adjusting individual working depths, ne-tuning the intensity of discs, tines, levellers, or packers, or even storing di erent machine con gurations for speci c eld requirements, this system simpli es the complexities of modern farming, the manufacturer reckons.

With four pre-set buttons, operators can seamlessly switch between various modes, streamlining their work ow and boosting productivity.

One of the standout features of Väderstad E-Services is its integration of prescription maps, a game-changer for precision agriculture, Väderstad continues. By operating these maps, farmers can automatically calibrate machine settings based on realtime eld conditions, such as soil type and topography. This level of adaptability not only optimises agronomy and working results but also contributes to signi cant savings, reduced environmental impact, and improved soil health, the company concludes. FG

New technology enhances seeding accuracy

Fentech Agri has adapted its pneumatic seeders to basic box hopper models, o ering simplicity and electronic control precision. Replacing the wheel drive with a motor linked to forward speed ensures consistent RPM of the seeding shaft, una ected by ground conditions, simplifying calibration and achieving metering rates accurate to within 2%. This system supports eld mapping and variable rate drilling, maximising SFI bene ts and conserving seed. It’s cost-e ective, generating signi cant savings, and can be retro tted to all Simtech mechanical seeders in under a day.

The company’s high-end range also has a new control system from Farmscan Ag Ltd, o ering diagnostics and live data over an internet connection, with multiple inputs and outputs for comprehensive monitoring. Current trials include seed counting and non-traditional calibration methods, feeding into the R&D program for 2025 machinery.

New products include the TSG-300SP, a 3M pneumatic version of the popular mechanical drill

with fertiliser options. It combines pneumatic precision with the reliable T-slot tine for establishing grasses, herbal leys, and light arable crops. The tine penetrates hard ground for early summer cover crop establishment and operates e ectively in wet conditions where disc drills fail.

Fentech Agri is also developing new tools to combat blackgrass, including a chemical application tool and expanded mechanical rake machinery for creating stale seedbeds before seeding. Fentech Agri also aims to reduce slug populations to help establish OSR and other shallow-seeded crops. FG

Experience precision farming like never before with the introduction of E-Services for TopDown and Opus.

Now these machines can seamlessly utilise prescription maps for automatic, in field machine adjustments.

Alternatively, with a touch of a button the driver can dynamically adjust the working depth or intensity of the discs, tines, levellers or packer while in operation.

Innovative cultivation system on show at Tillage-Live

Regenerative farming focuses on growing high crop yields by minimising soil disturbance and enhancing soil health. This is a di cult balance that J.J. Metcalfe & Son says it can help with.

The company’s NG LT system glides through the soil cutting and lifting, without smearing and causing compaction. Its easy-to-pull design stays sharp. The tungsten carbide, as well as extending its working life, keeps the same shape throughout.

All parts within the NG LT range are replaceable in the eld with a bolt on leg system and replaceable shins, so preventing the dragging of blunt parts through the soil which may lead to smearing. The tungsten leading edge will extend the life of the wearing metal,

sharpening as time passes and cutting through the soil.

The NG LT range of parts has proved to be incredibly popular because it incorporates the most advantageous aspects of the NG system and the lesser wing angle of the CS150 system, J.J. Metcalfe says.

This legally protected low draught, low disturbance system takes out compaction caused by baling operations and manure spreading, while using the least amount of fuel.

You can see the NG LT system working on a Ryetec machine at Tillage-Live 2024 at Headley Hall, Tadcaster on Wednesday 18th September 2024. For more information contact J.J. Metcalfe & Son directly. FG

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Cultivation range to be showcased at Tillage-Live

Sumo is a leading British designer and manufacturer of cultivation and seeding equipment, and says it is proud to manufacture high quality and innovative tillage machinery for the global market. Sumo machines are designed and built to last by an experienced and a highly skilled production team.

The company says it’s pleased to support Tillage-Live again this year, on its home turf at Headley Hall in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire.

minimum tillage and zero tillage. A compelling product o ering to suit all crop establishment techniques, the company reckons. The Yorkshire manufacturer will be presenting working demonstrations of shallow and deep tillage products, the 4m Vaxio, 4m deep Quatro and 3 leg subsoiler.

The Sumo product range consists of a wide portfolio of seeding and cultivation equipment, covering deep and shallow tillage,

Sumo will be joining its longstanding dealer partner for the Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire area, Ripon Farm Services, where they will showcase some static machinery including the 4m Low Disturbance Subsoiler, 3m Trio, 3m Rippa and 5m Mixidisc. FG

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Cultivator range expands with three wider models

Kuhn’s new cultivators bring the Prolander range up to eight models –they can work in a variety of conditions and allow larger growers to benefit from the range.

Kuhn’s new Prolander 14000, which o ers a working width of 14.2m.

Three new Prolander cultivators have been added to Kuhn’s increasingly popular range, o ering farmers and contractors a high output machine for a variety of soil conditions – and increasing the appeal for growers looking to complete a wide range of operations, Kuhn says.

The three models – 9000, 12000 and 14000 – o er working widths of 9.2m, 12.2m and 14.2m respectively, which will suit users operating controlled tra c systems. The new models take the Prolander range to eight, o ering a versatile stubble cultivator capable of working a range of seedbeds, including ploughed, cultivated or stubble, the manufacturer shares.

Edd Fanshawe, Kuhn’s arable and connected services product specialist, says the new models allow larger growers to bene t from the Prolander.

“The Prolander has grown in popularity over recent seasons due to its versatility and ease of

use. The wider models increase the appeal for growers requiring a tine cultivator capable of a wide range of operations, and with a modest power requirement of 25–35hp/m.”

Working depths of 3–12cm are possible across the Prolander range and a new 90 x 13mm S-tooth is ideal for ‘tearing’ stubbles to guarantee a complete mix of surface material.

Existing tine options are available, including the 70 x 12mm S-shaped tine and 60mm or 200mm goose foot tines. Double U or Double Tube rollers can be speci ed to suit user requirements.

A smaller Prolander 6000 model, featuring a distribution head fed by a TF front tank with seeding outlets behind the tines, will be on display and available for demo at this year’s Tillage-Live.

The ve existing models, from 4m to 7.5m, are now available with the SH 600 – a 600-litre hopper designed to sow cover crops and small seeds in a one-pass system, Kuhn concludes. FG

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New drill and harrow are an “unbeatable duo”

Lemken’s Solitair and its new Zirkon MR rotary harrow make a powerful combination, the manufacturer says.

The Lemken Solitair MR series features a 1,500-litre tank, which is suitable for fertiliser even in its basic con guration. The tank is optionally available with a 2,000-litre capacity, which can be split 60:40 on request for simultaneous application of several components. Add the 200-litre MultiHub to the tank and the Solitair takes e cacy and exibility to new heights, Lemken says.

Mixed crop systems can be cultivated in a single pass.

The Solitair MR is equipped with the maintenance-free OptiDisc coulter bar with row spacings of 12.5 or 15cm and features parallelogram-guided double disc coulters and trailing depth control rollers for absolutely uniform eld emergence.

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The assembled Solitair heralds a new generation of seed drills. Ideally equipped with everything to make the farmer‘s heartbeat faster.

Even more exible thanks to di erent seeding methods. Even more precise thanks to exact depth control.

can be adjusted independently of each other and do not a ect each other. This is particularly useful in the increasingly popular cultivation of mixed crops. The correct placement depth for the di erent crops can be set by applying a separate drilling depth setting to each second row. Seeds are always placed at exactly the same depth, even at high forward speeds and in changing soils. The depth control roller then presses the seeds down to ensure rapid and even emergence.

The distributor heads ensure excellent transverse distribution. The new Solitair is equipped with two metering systems – each supply one distributor with seeds, so that even the basic con guration o ers width section or half-width control. A hydraulic tramline mechanism can be added as an option. The iQblue Drill software supports the work in the eld, for example by checking if tramline control is possible.

For customers opting for the single or double shot version, the Lemken Solitair MR comes with four metering units for two width sections each. This means that each of the two distributors can be supplied with both

components (single shot) or each of the four distributors can be supplied with one component each (double shot).

Successful and high yielding drilling depends on careful seedbed preparation, which must be adapted to the individual conditions on the farm. Here, a combination with a rotary harrow is often the best solution. When the top-mounted seed drill is mounted on the roller of the new generation of Lemken Zirkon MR rotary harrows, the result is a powerful duo, the company says. The new Zirkon MR is now approved for tractors up to 240hp, depending on the working width, and can be used in even more versatile applications.

The new mounting system ensures that the working depth of the rotary harrow and the sowing depth of the seed drill are not in uenced by each other, making it easier to set the machine up to suit your needs. The Zirkon o ers even greater convenience with hydraulic adjustment of the levelling bar and working depth.

Both the Solitair and the Zirkon rotary harrow are available now in limited quantities and will be available in series production from 2025. FG

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PROTECT YIELD POTENTIAL WITH WELL-DRAINED LAND

This year in the UK saw crops devastated after months of heavy rain. Without good drainage, whether through good soil structure alone, or via a man-made drainage system, you can apply all the principles of sustainable, productive farming but the land won’t reach its optimal potential.

A wet patch (or patches) can destroy a eld’s yield potential, whilst making it more di cult to travel on and more challenging to manage. In the past year we have seen elds

standing fallow, saturated or ooded and unable to bear cropping. Whilst the weather is out of our control, we can look after our drains to try and manage water movement, mitigating ooding and maintaining our soil in peak condition for cropping.

The maintenance and installation of drainage can be the best time and investment spent to manage farmland. However, this is not new science and drainage ditches are believed to date back to the very birth of agricultural production.

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Benefits of good drainage

The yield increases with drainage are signi cant; data from Ontario, Canada, collected over a 20-year period shows a yield increase of 38% in winter wheat.

Other bene ts of well-drained and managed soils include the ability to get on the land, minimising compaction and allowing tra c at times when less well-maintained soils would be virtually impossible to navigate.

Drainage also decreases soil water content, therefore giving greater space for soil oxygen. This is bene cial for the soil and root respiration, helping to promote root growth, soil microbial activity and, again, having a positive impact on yield. This yield increase does vary greatly from eld to eld and year-to-year, but modern drainage schemes are one of the few techniques that can completely transform a poorly performing eld. So, with the need for drainage established, it is then vital to get it right. This is certainly one area where you ‘get what you pay for’ as a professionally installed scheme should perform for decades. Whilst it is ‘just’ gravity that is needed, if you lay the drain on the wrong

grade, it won’t work. Yet if done correctly, a piped drainage scheme can transform a eld and, more importantly, its yield potential.

Drainage can be done on farm, but contractors can provide high tech machinery and GPS mapping, plus often access to cheaper in ll, to ensure the job is done professionally, to a high standard and when all the costs are calculated it is usually cheaper to get a contractor, preferably a NAAC member, to do the job.

Where to begin

The rst thing to consider is, do you need a new system? Attention should be given to maintenance and care of old schemes, and ditch maintenance is vital; if outlets are covered by sediment, water cannot escape and the whole scheme backs up. If an outlet is not running during the wet winter months further examination is required – push some rods up the drain and see if there is a blockage. Tree roots can nd drains and block them, remove the roots and often the scheme begins to work. If there is no progress, you should also consider the lay of the land; does it make sense that the eld or area should be wet? Is it lower than the

irrigation management system

neighbouring elds? Is the soil type di erent? Consider the eld’s history; has it been drained before? Has it always been a wet eld? If there is no obvious sign of compaction or poor structure, or if you have tried to eliminate the problem but have had no success then the time has come to consider draining.

How the drains are installed is the next consideration, there are two types of specialist self propelled drainage machine: A chain trencher, which produces an open trench; and a drainage plough, which parts the ground like an over-sized subsoil leg. Both have advantages and ideally the right machine should be used in the right situation. The open trench machine allows you see what is going on below the surface, perfect for locating existing drains. If a single drain is to be installed, it is the tool to use. However, the trenchless machine is fast and cuts a slightly narrower trench, meaning less gravel – both of these factors result in cost savings.

The position and depth of the drains will depend upon a number of factors, including soil type, budget and if any existing drains are present.

The cost of permeable ll, a stone or gravel back ll over the pipe, is

normally around 40% of the cost of drainage, but it is usually needed. Ideally the depth aggregates should match the border between the topsoil and subsoil, normally to about 300mm of the surface, but be careful – the easiest way to save money on drainage is to scrimp on the gravel, but unless there are good reasons for doing so, it is a false economy.

Payback time varies greatly depending upon past cropping performance and, of course the weather, however on elds su ering total loss it can be as little as two years, whilst on a better performing eld the payback might be closer to 7/8 years.

However, the NAAC is actively lobbying to access pump priming funding for farmers to support water management and drainage through the government schemes. Without the building blocks of a healthy welldrained soil, the current bene ts of funding sustainable farming may be wasted.

Support for drainage would encourage investment in healthy soils, ood resistance and sustainable farming, whilst having the huge bene t of increased productivity and food production. Surely a massive win-win? FG

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The company owner has had experience in developing drain cleaners since 1978 and the company says it is a market leader in the development of professional drain cleaning machines and accessories.

After Mitchell-Rowlands had been selling Sieger Drainjetters for several years, an agreement was set in place in 2000 for the company to import professional Drainjetters from S-S Engineering BV into the UK and Ireland.

The developments have come a long way from a basic Drainjetter through to one of the most advanced on the world market in terms electric controls and operator ease of use, Mitchell-Rowlands says. Listening to operator feedback means every

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New drainage machinery out in the field

William Morfoot Ltd has seen a notable uplift in demand for its services after the wet winter and spring produced an unprecedented level of drainage issues on UK farms.

The business has recently taken delivery of a new 30/20 Mastenbroek Trencher complete with full GPS guidance, plus two new high-capacity Gravel Carts – so it can now run up to four drainage teams. The move will allow the company to o er greater outputs and improved timeliness.

“The wet conditions seen over the winter months were exceptional and caused many issues for the countryside,” explained managing director Tim Sisson.

was planned for over a year ago as we look to the future of our business. The new machinery o ers the very latest in technology – meaning that we can continue to o er the very best level of service to our valued clients.”

The machinery has gone straight out to work on projects which the company has booked in for this year.

William Morfoot Ltd delivers comprehensive land drainage schemes including all design work and installation work to farm businesses across the UK. Works include design and surveying, land drain installation, ditch maintenance/ improvement and wider drainage infrastructure improvements.

“We have seen a growing demand for our services for some time now and this new equipment

To nd out more, contact the company directly or visit williammorfoot.co.uk FG

Good drainage more important than ever

With very wet conditions over winter and spring, land that has been su ering from poor drainage, blocked outlets and poorly maintained ditches, has been more noticeable than ever.

Land drainage contractor

Allan Collyer & Sons says a good drainage system helps to improve timely cultivations and drilling, and promotes good root structure, allowing crops to thrive not only in wet conditions, but also to tolerate drier spells.

Drainage by its very nature is long term – correctly designed and installed schemes can be expected to last 50 years or more, and improvements to soil

structure and health can be felt as soon as the drains begin to work.

For advice on land drainage, ditch maintenance, or water storage, contact Allan Collyer & Sons. The company is a dynamic, family owned and run business operating from its base near Bungay, Su olk. It operates mainly in Norfolk, Su olk and Essex and was started by Allan Collyer in 1980 as an agricultural drainage contractor. His main ethos was quality and value for money and this still holds true for his two sons Chris and Colin who now run the company. Some of Allan Collyer & Sons’ original customers still regularly employ the company to carry out work. FG

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The new 72-Series Power Arms are designed for farmers, contractors, and local authorities, featuring a 70hp hydraulic system with reach options from 5.5–7.0m, including telescopic and VFR options.

McConnel to unveil latest innovations at APF 2024

A comprehensive range of new products, plus an early glimpse of innovations to come, will be on show at the event.

McConnel will showcase a comprehensive range of products at this year’s APF exhibition, including the new 72-Series Power Arms, a full line

of Robocut products (including the T500 and T800 with various mulching attachments), and the latest fully electric S300e. Visitors will also get

an early glimpse of McConnel’s new Powerloda compact skid-steer loader, set to be o cially launched later this year.

A unique feature of the 72-Series is the optional integrated debris blower which is located within the rear guard. Not only does it clear roadside debris but also enhances cooling by drawing in cool air over the pumps and tank.

Additional new features include LED road lighting, a redesigned hydraulic tank, a two-piece rear guard for easy service access, and a sculpted polypropylene top cover to prevent debris and moisture ingress.

As standard, the 72-Series come with McConnel’s in-house designed 70hp gear hydraulic system, featuring a 180-litre hydraulic tank, high-capacity oil cooler, electric rotor control, and Soft-Start rotor engagement.

A full range of arm-sets are available to choose from, including 5.5m and 6.0m straight arms, as well as 6.5m and 7.0m telescopic arms. Additionally, a 5.5m and 6.0m Variable Forward Reach (VFR) option is available

for improved visibility to the cutting head, enhancing operator comfort. Standard equipment includes Hy-Reach arm geometry, parallel arm geometry, and 100 degrees of Power Slew.

Three proportional electric control packages are o ered: Motion Control, Evolution Control, and the agship Revolution Control system, which can be paired with McConnel’s awardwinning Easy Drive System (EDS) for hands-free verge mowing.

All models are built on a heavyduty mainframe and can be speci ed with 3-point linkage, 4-point hitch, or 5-point axle mounting options. They can be tted to tractors over 80hp and 4,000kg, depending on speci cation and reach.

Robocut range

A selection of McConnel Robocut remote control mowers will also be on

display, including the T600, which is powered by a 56hp turbo diesel Hatz engine, making it ideal for maintaining steep slopes and hard-to-reach, hazardous areas. These mowers are available with a comprehensive range of ail heads and mulching heads capable of handling material up to 200mm in diameter.

Zero emission mowing

The latest fully electric S300e slope mower will also be on display for those seeking a zero-emission mowing solution. Building upon the proven capabilities of the popular Robocut S300, the S300e retains its exceptional features, including 55-degree slope operation, a 150m range, and bidirectional cutting. However, with the integration of electric power, it now o ers high performance with zero emissions and reduced noise.

The Robocut S300e is powered by two advanced Vanguard 48-volt lithium batteries, providing up to four hours of uninterrupted operation on a single charge. Recharging the batteries typically takes around eight hours, with a fast-charging option available to reduce the time to just four hours.

Engineered for maximum e ciency, the Robocut S300e features a new 1.1m rotary mulching deck

speci cally designed for electric operation. Equipped with two powerful motors that directly drive the blades, this innovative design ensures optimal e ciency and superior cutting performance, resulting in a more e ective and quieter mowing experience.

Early glimpse

Finally, McConnel will give visitors to APF 2024 a sneak preview of the company’s new Powerloda compact skid-steer loader ahead of its o cial launch later this year. The Powerloda 325 is a labour-saving utility loader designed for landscaping, forestry, construction, industrial, and agricultural applications.

Designed for commercial use, the all-wheel-drive Powerloda 325 can lift 325kg to a height of 1.8m. Its

on-the-spot turning radius and low centre of gravity provide outstanding manoeuvrability and performance, making it perfect for hard-to-reach and con ned areas.

The Powerloda 325 can be equipped with a wide range of attachments, making it a truly versatile workhorse. Attachments include post hole borers, trenchers, pallet forks, cultivators and stump grinders. FG

The versatile Powerloda 325 compact skid-steer loader.

The Robocut T600, excels in maintaining steep slopes and hard-to-reach areas.

The fully electric S300e slope mower, o ering zero emissions and reduced noise.

Hedge cutter unit saves contractor £100 a week

You could say that when it comes to hedge cutting, Michael Tomlinson is a bit of a perfectionist. He’s been doing it since 1982 and serves a wide range of agricultural and rural clients in Sta ordshire, Derbyshire and Warwickshire.

In the past, Michael had been using ail hedge cutting units to deal with typical hawthorn hedging on farms and evergreens in the rural suburbs. Using a ail mower on these hedge types often incurs issues with quality of nish and can result in a lot of large leftover clippings.

Last year, Michael took delivery of a 1.43m hedge cutter unit manufactured by Major Equipment, a company well known for manufacturing high-end mowers

capable of handling the roughest and toughest of work environments.

Major’s 1.43m hedge cutter head ts directly to most hedge cutter arms on the market without modi cations and comes fully galvanised for long life protection against corrosion.

Michael commented: “Once we started using the Major hedge cutting head, we calculated that compared with our ail heads, we were saving around £100 per week on fuel costs alone, purely because it was so much easier to drive. It also mulched the evergreen clippings about the same as a ail head!

For more information, call Major Equipment directly or visit www.major-equipment.com FG

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Warning as tree pest found on new species

Woodland managers, landowners and the forestry industry have been asked to remain vigilant as the Forestry Commission recently announced a number of new Ips typographus ndings in the South East of England.

Also known as the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle, Ips typographus

is a serious pest of spruce trees in Europe which was rst identi ed in the UK in 2018. It prefers stressed or dying trees but under the right conditions it can attack healthy trees and has the potential to cause signi cant damage to Great Britain’s forestry and timber industries.

Following extensive surveillance,

further outbreaks have now been found in the Demarcated Area in Kent and West Sussex, adding to the number of outbreak sites detected this year. The Forestry Commission said it continues to take swift and robust action, including rapid eradication measures, in response to the ndings.

The nding of Ips typographus on a small number of cut and fallen Sitka spruce trees in close proximity to infested Norway spruce trees on a site in West Sussex marks the rst time the beetle has been discovered on this species. There is no evidence of spread within the UK and the recent outbreaks are most likely due to natural dispersal of the pest from mainland Europe.

Defra chief plant health o cer Professor Nicola Spence said: “All landowners and land managers should remain vigilant for Ips typographus as temperatures rise, continuing to check the health of spruce trees on their land. Landowners, agents and timber processors should note ongoing restrictions for movement of spruce material and methods of forest operations in the Demarcated Area.”

Any sightings of this beetle anywhere in Great Britain should be reported using the TreeAlert form – https://treealert.forestresearch. gov.uk

Landowners are encouraged to proactively remove spruce from the South East of England and replant with other non-susceptible species. They may also be eligible for funding if their land is in the ’Proactive Spruce Removal area’.

Landowners and managers served with a Statutory Plant Health Notice due to an outbreak on their site may be eligible for grants to support felling and restocking activity through the Tree Health Pilot.

New measures were outlined in June to protect against the impact of Ips typographus through the extension of the Demarcated Area. A Demarcated Area is in place in the South East of England and East Anglia to prevent potential spread of the pest. Within the area, the felling and movement of all spruce material, including trees and wood with bark, isolated bark, and wood chip with bark, is prohibited unless authorised by the Forestry Commission. FG

APF 2024 EXPECTED TO DRAW CROWDS

The UK’s largest woodland, forestry, fencing, arboriculture, trees and timber show is expected to pull in 300 exhibitors and 25,000 visitors.

One of the unique aspects of the APF show is that much of the machinery can be seen working under realistic conditions on the demonstration circuit. In total there will be over £80 million of machinery and around two and a half miles of working machinery frontage to look at.

The machinery and equipment covers every aspect of woodland, tree and timber management. It is not just focused on woodlands but covers maximising returns from all timber on the farm including individual trees. Almost every manufacturer and dealer of woodland and arboricultural machinery are exhibiting.

All aspects of timber utilisation are on display, from chippers producing woodchips from waste timber to the biomass boilers to utilise the chips, rewood processing machines, charcoal kilns and portable sawmills to convert one log into utilisable fencing posts and planks. Much of the machinery on show is designed for use in smaller woodlands and can utilise your existing tractor, telehandler or excavator.

You can get advice on woodland creation, management and the latest grant schemes. Nurseries can assist with species choice, sizes and site suitability. Excellent grants are now available for tree and hedge planting, woodland and deer management and you can get advice on all aspects of these from the Forestry Commission on site. Industry training provider Lantra can also

advise on its full suite of practical skills courses covering the land-based sector.

One of the key features of the show is the Fencing Village. All the major fencing manufacturers of equipment and materials are exhibiting and you can watch the machines in action and see the latest materials and techniques. On Thursday 21st the show will host the British Quick Fencing Championships using the latest Clipex fencing, now approved for grant aid and Friday will see the traditional British post and wire fencing championships. If you want to know anything about fencing this is the best place in the UK to be, organisers say.

Although the show features the latest stateof-the-art machines, more traditional woodland management is not neglected. The British Horse Loggers will be demonstrating how horse extraction can be used on sensitive sites and you can even try your hand at handling a timber horse.

There is also the largest display of traditional woodland crafts in the UK. Craftsmen and women will be demonstrating such skills as charcoal making, basket weaving, coracle making, oak swill baskets, hazel whisket baskets, rake making, clogs, wheelwrighting, pole lathe turning, dug out canoes, hazel hurdles amongst others. If you want to know what a Sussex Pimp is, this is the place to nd out!

In addition to all the above you can watch

some high quality events including the Husqvarna World 25m Pole Climbing Championships, the A W Jenkinson & Tilhill European Chainsaw Carving Championships featuring 25 of Europe’s top carvers, the APF UK Team Tree Climbing Challenge, the UK Forwarder Driving Championships and the British Lumberjack Championships. There is a full series of seminars on topical woodland issues including carbon credits.

If you fancy becoming a tree surgeon there is a have-a-go tree climbing area where you can ascend into a tree with a rope and harness and test your head for heights and, after watching the professional axemen, try your hand at axe throwing.

The show is a great opportunity to see what happens in a modern working woodland, everything from seed to sawmill, and explore possible new careers in the industry. APF 2024 will be hosting guided tours for 800 school children as well as students and graduates, with experts on hand to give career advice.

The event will take place at Ragley Estate, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5NJ on 19th, 20th and 21st September. Discounted advance tickets can be bought on the website or you can buy them on the gate priced £25. There is a campsite on site. Full information about the show including a full list of current exhibitors can be found on the website: www.apfexhibiton.co.uk or for further information contact the organisers directly. FG

One of the key features of the show is the Fencing Village.

Firewood demonstrations will return to this year's APF event.

Visitors can watch the Husqvarna World 25m Pole Climbing Championships.

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Pruning attachment sets new benchmark for tree removal

Manitou’s new attachment promises safe, e cient, and controlled tree removal, addressing the complex challenges traditionally associated with this task.

Manitou, a global leader in machinery and equipment, says it has set a new benchmark in tree removal technology with its latest pruning attachment, homologated with the versatile MRT (Manitou Rotating Telehandler) Vision Plus range (selected models).

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from 22–30m reach, the Manitou MRT promises compact dimensions, great lifting capacity, optimised outreach, excellent manoeuvrability, 40kph transportability, precise control and enhanced versatility, plus excellent vision, comfort, cab access and ease of use.

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Full control of machine transmission, steering, stabilisers, telescopic boom and attachment via proportional joysticks. The machine also comes with extra safety protection.

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The primary advantage of the Manitou Pruning Grapple Saw is its versatility. It facilitates the pruning of trees and branches at various heights and angles, enabling operators to reach areas that might be challenging with conventional tools. This adaptability translates to increased productivity and the ability to tackle diverse pruning tasks within forestry, landscaping, or agricultural

settings with a capacity to handle up to 3,600kg and its 750mm cutting diameter.

Safety is paramount with the MRT Tree Pruning Attachment, which includes multiple safety features such as an automatic shut-o mechanism and a secure locking system to prevent accidental disengagement. Its intuitive controls and ergonomic design ensure that operators can work e ciently and comfortably, even during extended periods, the manufacturer explains.

Perfect for municipalities, landscaping professionals, and arborists, the MRT Tree Pruning Attachment enhances the versatility of the Manitou MRT series, transforming it into a comprehensive solution for tree care. With this innovative attachment, Manitou says it continues to set the standard in multifunctional equipment, ensuring superior performance and reliability in every job.

The Manitou Pruning Tree Attachment is now available for purchase through Manitou’s global network of authorised dealers.

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KEY WOODLAND MANAGEMENT TASKS THIS AUTUMN

Autumn is an ideal time to ensure your woodland is in the best health for the colder winter months.

With a number of grants and incentives available for woodland creation, more farmers are utilising poorer quality land for tree planting – and with autumn being a key time in the woodland calendar, we take a look at some of the important tasks to get done this season.

The Forestry Commission provides the following advice...

Check your tree guards

With scrub and weed growth dying down in autumn, now is a good time to remove or replace tree guards that are no longer needed. However, you should consider using weed control around young trees if they are becoming overtopped, and cut bracken before it folds over onto the trees. Even in a mild winter, competing vegetation can continue to grow, so trees could become swamped by spring, even if you can still see them now. Whilst tree guards o er important protection for young trees, they can also become a hiding spot for weeds and small mammals. Young trees are very vulnerable to competition for moisture – if needed you can gently lift the guard to expose the tree base and access the weeds’ roots, and while you’re there check for vole damage to the bark.

Plastic guards removed from trees are subject to waste legislation and regulation so must be recycled appropriately, or it may be possible to reuse them if they are not damaged or degraded.

Put up protective fencing

If it’s not already in place, fencing should be put up to keep livestock and deer away from trees – the drop in temperature during autumn and likelihood of rain leads to softer ground. If using machinery to build protective fencing, avoid soil compaction around tree roots.

Sap sinks in the trees during late autumn, so pruning, thinning or tree maintenance should be done before this occurs – especially for broadleaves to prevent the trees bleeding sap and becoming distressed. Now is also a good time to carry out any necessary felling as birds will have edged the nest and dormice are not yet hibernating. If you’re carrying out hardwood felling, you will also be ready for the annual winter hardwood auctions.

Check if you need a felling licence before carrying out work through the Forestry Commission’s guide: www.gov.uk/government/ publications/tree-felling-getting-permission

Check tree health

Tree health is always a top priority and it’s easy to spot which ones are struggling when the trees are in full leaf – dying or diseased trees are obvious from their thin or absent crowns. But once autumn

Choosing new trees

gets in full swing and the leaves are o , signs of disease can be harder to detect – so where this is the case watch out for: lesions and weeping on the bark, trees holding onto their dead leaves and dying twiggy branches in the crown.

If trees are showing signs of diseases including Chalara ash dieback, acute oak decline, sweet chestnut blight, or Phytophthora ramorum, they should be reported via the Tree Alert portal. Once a tree has died it should be left in situ if it’s safe to do so, unless you are instructed by the Forestry Commission to fell it. Deadwood, especially standing deadwood, is a rare but vital aspect of a healthy woodland – and bene ts organisms like fungi and bacteria, as well as beetles, bees and bats.

Biosecurity measures can help protect trees from pests and disease – if possible ask visitors to clean their shoes and vehicles before entering, and once they leave the woodland. This stops fungal diseases being spread through leaf litter. FG

Autumn is a good time to choose and order new trees if you’re planning to expand your woodland or replant any felled areas. To help avoid pests and disease, use biosecure trees from nurseries with Plant Healthy certi cation or similar.

The Woodland Trust recommends buying trees that have never been overseas, as one of the simplest and most e ective ways of protecting trees from new pests and disease.

When new species are imported from overseas, native trees have no natural defences against them, and predators that keep these species in check in their natural range may not be present. The trust, whose trees are certi ed UK sourced and grown, also warns against trees that have only been sourced (not grown) in the UK, and trees that are grown in the UK but not sourced here – as both still come with risks.

Once you’ve taken delivery of the new trees, handle them carefully, store them in a well-ventilated area and be aware that bare root trees have a short shelf life of around two weeks, while cell grown trees o er more exibility with a longer shelf life.

Trees planted before the end of the year will have a chance to grow new roots sooner and will be able to survive any potential spring droughts – though they can be planted any time before very early spring.

USING HEDGES TO BOOST BIODIVERSITY

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new report explores how farmers can increase invertebrate numbers and biodiversity, whilst maintaining the same level of food production.

An ongoing study by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust has revealed a 37% decline in invertebrate abundance in cereal crops since 1970. Its new ‘Guide to Insect-rich Farmland Habitats’ explores how farmers can improve biodiversity without impacting productivity.

When it comes to hedges, the report advises planting a diverse range of native species, including both evergreen and deciduous plants – and where possible, link to other hedges or habitats, and try to source plants locally.

Winter is the best time to plant hedges, and beech is a good choice for dry soils, while alder performs well in wetter soils. Waterlogged soils should be avoided for all hedges. To avoid competition, clear the area and plant into bare soil. Bare root plants are the cheapest and most easily acquired, but some species such as holly are only available as container- or cell-grown plants. It’s likely that you’ll need plastic tubes, spirals or quills to protect young plants.

Whilst hedges are establishing, do light and regular trimming, and once established, cut on rotation with a minimum of a three-year cycle to maximise biodiversity. Alternatively, leave 10cm of incremental growth each year. Trimming can

be done in autumn, but delaying until January/ February allows wintering birds to bene t from berries. Aim for a variety of hedge heights and widths; hedges can also be coppiced or layered to provide di erent hedge structures.

The report also advises planting hedgerow gaps with species native to the area. The hedgerow base can be comprised of tussocky grasses such as cocksfoot to provide nesting sites for birds and herbaceous plants. Umbellifers can be added to a mix but some can support carrot and parsnip pests and become a weed in itself.

The ora of a hedge base is often determined by soil type and soil fertility. Flowers can be chosen to encourage hover ies, parasitic wasps and ladybirds – ground beetles will also use this habitat – and diversity will give more control over crop pests. Large hedges create shade, resulting in fewer owering plants, and south facing margins are better for owers, while north facing margins are better for grass. Regular topping and weed control is recommended in the rst few seasons to help establish base cover and cutting should be managed rotationally to vary habitats and stop woody growth spreading from the hedge. Crop inputs such as fertilisers should

be precisely applied to crop areas to reduce their impact on the hedge base plants.

A hedge base can be established by natural regeneration, but if planting a hedge in a new location, hedgerow species are unlikely to be present in the seedbank. Hedge base seed mixes can be sown in spring or autumn to compete with less desirable weeds – seed can be broadcast and lightly covered. FG

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On instructions from Peter Crosswell Agricultural Ltd due to retirement

MANOR FARM, WOODMANCOTT WINCHESTER, HAMPSHIRE, SO21 3BN

MAJOR AUCTION SALE OF 3NO. CLAAS LEXION 8800TT COMBINE HARVESTERS, 9NO. JOHN DEERE AND NEW HOLLAND TRACTORS, IMPLEMENTS AND MACHINERY

To include: Combine Harvesters: 2023 Claas Lexion 8800 TerraTrac (2), 2022 Claas Lexion 8800 TerraTrac all with 1230 Vario 40ft cut headers, Shelbourne Reynolds RSD24 headers (2), Tractors: John Deere; 2022 6250R, 2021 6250R (2), 2019 6250R, 2020 6155R, New Holland; 2020 T7.230 (2), 2009 T9050 Plant: 2018 Hitachi Zaxis 48U excavator, 2021 Kramer KT306, 2021 KT407 telescopic loaders, 2004 Terex 860 back hoe loader, , Machinery: 2021/19 Horsch Sprinter 6ST drill 6m (2), 2022 Maschio power harrow 5m, ‘22/’18/‘09 Chafer Sentry 30m trailed sprayer (3), 2020 Dalbo PowerRolls 1230 rolls 12.3m (2), 2022 Bailey 16t trailer, 2022 Amazone ZA-TS 4200 fert. spreader, 2009 Köckerling Exaktgrubber Vario cultivator 7.5m, 2004 Kockerling precision cultivator, 2014 Kverneland Optima V6row maize drill, Väderstad Carrier 1225 and 820 cultivators, Warwick 14tonne trailers etc Vehicles: 2021 Land Rover Defender 110, 2016 Isuzu D-Max, 2014 Toyota Hilux, 2013 Land Rover Freelander, 2016 Ford Transit Courier, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun, 2004 Ford Fiesta van, 2004 Kawasaki Mule 3010, Also: spares, workshop equipment, wheels and tyres.

WEDNESDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 2024 AT 9.30AM

On instructions from Dalham Estates Ltd due to retirement

DESNINGHALL FARM, HIGHAM, BURY ST. EDMUNDS, SUFFOLK, IP28 6PB

MAJOR AUCTION SALE OF 8NO. AGRICULTURAL TRACTORS, 2NO. COMBINE HARVESTERS, SELF-PROPELLED SPRAYER, LOADERS, VEHICLES, IMPLEMENTS AND MACHINERY

Tractors; 2013 Case IH STX550 Quadtrac, 2011 CAT Challenger MT765C, 2019 JCB 4220 Fastrac, 2019 New Holland T7.270 AutoCommand, 2014 Case IH 230 Puma CVX (2), 2013 Case IH 230 Puma CVX: Combine Harvesters; 2019 New Holland CR9.90 Revelation, 2013 New Holland CR9080: Self-Propelled Sprayer; 2016 Amazone Pantera 4502: Loaders; 2018 JCB 531-70 AgriPro, 2008 Manitou MLT 735-120, 1998 JCB 3CX Sitemaster: Machinery; Vaderstad RDA800S drill 8m, Horsch Leeb 8GS trailed sprayer, Amazone ZG-TS 7501 Profs Pro trailed fertiliser spreader, Vaderstad Rexius Twin 820, Vaderstad TopDown 700 & 400 (2), Brock SUB-V 600 cultivator 6m, Dalbo PowerRoll rolls 18.3m, Kverneland Monopil 18row precision drill, Lemken Korund cultivator 9m, Spearhead Excel 686VFR headgecutter, Kverneland LD85 6furrow reversible plough (2), Simba Great Plains CultiPress 6.6m, HM 18tonne trailer (4), Herbst 24ft low loader: Also; attachments, spares, wheels and tyres

WEDNESDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2024 AT 9.30AM

AUCTION SALE OF 25NO. VINTAGE AND CLASSIC TRACTORS, VEHICLES, PLANT NEW AND USED IMPLEMENTS AND MACHINERY, IFOR WILLIAMS TRAILERS AND SPARES

To include: Tractors: Massey Ferguson 35, 35X, 135 (2), 148, 65 MK.II (2), 65, 690, 550, Ferguson TEF-20, Doe Triple D, Fordson E27N P6, Super Dexta, Diesel Major, John Deere: 3040, 2650, Deutz: DX630, Agroplus 60, Zetor: 5245, David Brown: Cropmaster, Fowler VFA, International 434, Massey-Harris: Pony. Plant: Excavators: 2019 Kubota U10-3, 2021 Sunward SWE08B, Kubota KX61-2X, 2019 Takeuchi TB216, 2015 Kubota U55-4, JCB 3CIII, Hitachi 13tonne. Telescopic Loaders: 2001 JCB 535-95, 1988 JCB 520 Farm Special, 1997 JCB 526S, 2004 JCB 520-50. Dumpers: 2015 Thwaites 3tonne swivel tip, Thwaites 4000 front front tip. Also: lawnmowers, bygones, wheels and tyres, large qty of tractor spares, excavators and loader buckets

and valuations undertaken nationwide Catalogues available from the auctioneers two weeks prior

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AUCTION SALE OF AGRICULTURAL TRACTORS, COMBINE HARVESTER, TELESCOPIC LODAER, IMPLEMENTS AND MACHINERY

To include: Tractors: 2020 Valtra S394 (1,962hrs), 2021 Massey Ferguson 8S.205, 1988 John Deere 2850, 1982 John Deere 2140, Ford 5000. Combine Harvester: 2019 CR9.90 35ft Smart Trax. Loaders: 1996 JCB 530-70, 1987 JCB 3CX Sitemaster 4x4. Machinery: 2012 Pottinger Terrasem C6 6m drill, 2018 Kuhn Performer 4000 4m mintill cultivator, 2023 Amazone ZA-TS 4200 Prof-Hydro fert. spreader, 2014 Chafer Sentry 5000 30m sprayer, 2017 Warwick WB14FM 14tonne trailer, Claydon Hybrid 4m drill, Simba Unipress 5.5m, Lemken Juwel 8 7f rev. plough, 2014 Claydon Straw Harrow 7.5m, Cousins Contour 12.8m rolls, 2004 Spearhead Excel 605 hegecutter, Stanhay Rallye 592 12row drill, Chafer E-Series 30m sprayer. Also: AS Marston trailers, Gull trailers, power harrows, cultivators, front weights, workshop equipment, wheels and tyres

WEDNESDAY 23RD OCTOBER 2024 AT 10.00AM

and valuations undertaken nationwide

FORTHCOMING AGRICULTURAL

TIMED ONLINE AUCTION OF AGRICULTURAL TRACTORS, COMBINE HARVESTER, TELESCOPIC LOADER, IMPLEMENTS AND MACHINERY

To include: Tractors: 2022 Case IH 175 Puma CVX, 2018 Case IH 185 Puma CVX. Combine Harvester: 2009 Case IH 9120 Axial Flow. Loaders & Plant: 2021 Merlo TF33.9 Turbo Farmer, 2011 Merlo T34.7 Plus, 2007 Kubota KX161-3. Machinery: 2022 Covenbrook Triton 3m drill, 2020 Weaving GD6000T 6m drill, 2017 Amazone UX5200 Super 24m sprayer, 2019 Weaving LD4000, cutlviator Opico Variocast Air 8, 2008 Bailey 14tonne trailer, 2011 Kuhn Axis 40.1w fert. spreader, Maidwell Moler, Alpego TriLat TL33 220 fail mower, 1999 Cousins Sidewinder 24ft rolls, 2022 Weaving Stubble Rake 7m, Spalding 5leg subsoiler, Wilder pressure harrows, Kongskilde Vibrofex, Kuhn HR 4502 power harrow, Polaris Sportsman 570 ATV etc

COMMENCES: WEDNESDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER 2024 AT 9.00AM

FINISHES: THURSDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER 2024 AT 10.00AM

VIEWING DAY: THURSDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 2024 FROM 10AM - 4PM

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National Online Auction of Machinery, Straw and Forage Bidding opens 30th August 2024 at 7am

Bidding closes 9th September 2024 at 12 Noon

EARLY ENTRIES INCLUDE

Claas Dominator 218 Mega (95), Landrover Defender 90 (23), Reco/Maschio 4M Combi Drill (11), Knight Trailed Sprayer (01), New Holland 654 Round Baler (98), Solis H26

Compact Tractor, Shibaura CM364 with Muthing Flail Topper, Tecnoma 6M Sprayer, 2 No. Deleval VMS Classic Milking Robots (17), Deleval Barn Climate Controller

Temperature/Humidity/Light, 150 Cow Place Intershape So bed Cubicle Mattresses, Greencrop Sepcom 045 Slurry Separator with Stirrer & Gantry, Qty. Row Crop Wheels, Qty. garden machinery.

For further details contact Simon Wearmouth or Victoria Walters from our Norwich ofice

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On Instructions from Richard Kerby

At Whitehill Farm, Alderminster, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 8BW

On Thursday 12th September 2024 at 10:30am

Viewing from 10am until 3pm on Wednesday 11th June 2024

Including: Combine: Claas Lexion 570c Combine with C750 24 Header (10), Tractors: Case IH Puma 175 CVX (19), Case IH Puma 210 (10), Case IH MXM130 Pro (05), Massey Ferguson 8737 Dyna VT (16), Massey Fergusson 5445 Dyna 4 (08), JCB 536-60 Loadall (06), JCB 527-58 Farm Special Plus Loadall, Trailers: Cherry Products 14t Grain Trailer (02), Implements: Weaving 6m Sabre Tine Drill (22), Vaderstad Rapid A600S 6m Disc Seed Drill (17), Horsch Terrana Cultivator (17), Kverneland TL Geospread Fertiliser Spreader, Simba Double Press, Berthoud Tenor 45-46 Trailed Sprayer (09), Irrigation Equipment: Bancilhon Irrigation Reel with Rain Gun (93), Irrifrance Javelin Irrigation Reel with Rain Gun, Idrofoglia Turbo pump (21), Vehicles: Ford Ranger Wildtrack (23), Workshop Equipment and Spares etc.

For further details contact Tom Birks or Lucy Elcock from our Banbury ofice

George Watchorn 07919 015675 george.watchorn@brown-co.com

Jon Clampin 07717 512498 jon.clampin@brown-co.com

On Instructions from Spridlington Manor Farm Ltd At Manor Farm, Clif Road, Spridlington, Lincolnshire LN8 2DN

On Tuesday 10th September 2024 at 10:30am

Viewing from 10am until 4pm on Monday 9th September 2024

Including:Combine Harvester: Massey Ferguson Activa 7347-S with 20 header (17); Tractors: Massey Ferguson 8S.265 (21), Massey Ferguson 7720 (16), Massey Ferguson 6475 (03), Massey Ferguson 185 (76), Massey Ferguson 35 (61); Vehicle & ATV: Land Rover Defender 90 (99), John Deere Gator 855D (16); Sprayer: Househam Sprint 24m (98); Trailers: Bailey 14t grain (17), Herbst 14t dump (15), Gri iths 8m bale (07), Ifor Williams 16 3.5t flat bed; Cultivation Equipment & Implements: Sumo Strake 8 (16), Simba Cultipress 4.6m, Lemken Jewel 8 MOF 6f plough (18), Sumo Trio 3 (22), Lemken Heliodor 9 6m discs (21), Sumo DTS 4m drill (16), Cousins Sidewinder 12.4m Cambridge rolls (16), McConnel PA6065 hedgecutter (16), Maschio Bisonte 300 flail (13); Misc Equipment: Qty potato boxes, irrigation spares and workshop equipment etc.

For further details contact George Watchorn or Jon Clampin from our St Neots ofice

SITE AUCTION

On Instructions from T Crawford & Co Ltd At Longwood House, Topcrof, Bungay, Norfolk NR35 2BA

On Tuesday 17th September 2024 at 10:30am

Viewing from 10am until 4pm on Monday 16th September 2024

Including Combine: John Deere T660i (18); Tractors: John Deere 6215R (21), John Deere 6215R (18), John Deere 6155R (20), Claas Arion 530 (22), New Holland TL100A (07); Trailers: Marshall 28 Flat (18), Wootton 14T (07), Western 18T (04), Ifor Williams LM146G (22); Cultivation: Vaderstad Carrier 500 (18), Vaderstad NZA 6M (18), Lemken Juwel 8 5F (17), Amazone 3M Combi Drill (07), Vaderstad Rapid A 400S (07); Livestock: Kuhn Euromix Feeder Wagon (17), Teagle Tomahawk 8555 Straw Chopper (19), Polaris Sportsman (21), Shelbourne Cubicle Bedder (09), K W Root Chopper (18), Ifor Williams 14’ Stock Box, Greencrop HM Slurry Mixer; Misc: Bunning 12T Mk4 Lowlander, Amazone ZA-M 3001 (13), Farrell 15T Trayler Drier, McConnel PA5860 (15), Livestock Equipment, Feed Rails, Gates, Cubicles, Troughs & Workshop Tools & Equipment.

For further details contact Simon Wearmouth or Victoria Walters from our Norwich ofice

Simon Wearmouth 07768 465744 simon.wearmouth@brown-co.com

Victoria Walters 07990 418021 victoria.walters@brown-co.com

Tom Birks 07919 015677 tom.birks@brown-co.com

Lucy Elcock 07500 124758 lucy.elcock@brown-co.com

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ITEMS, AGRICULTURAL ANTIQUES, RURAL & DOMESTIC BYGONES & ARCHITECTURAL SALVAGE. CONSIGN TODAY - WEST MEON, HANTS

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ENTRIES VIA OUR WEBSITE ‘ENTRY FORMS’ PAGE, OR EMAIL US BY FRIDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER (LATE ENTRIES STILL ACCEPTED). ROB SNELGAR: 07966 437095 | ROB@WELLERSAUCTIONS.COM TOM LOFTS: 07771 556000

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2 Dispersals, 1 Day - Tuesday 24th September - 10:30am

Moor Court Farm, Sparsholt, Winchester, Hampshire SO21 2NH

On behalf of Chilton Down Farm Partnership & Moor Court Farms Limited (change of farm policy) Genuine Dispersal of 2 Combines, 8 Tractors, 2 Telehandlers, Land Rover, ATV, Arable Machinery, Workshop Equipment, etc.

Chilbolton Down Farm Partnership

John Deere X9 1100 Combine with 40’ Header (21), John Deere 6250R (19), 6R215 (23), 6215R (16), 6210R (12), 6930 Premium (08) & 2130 (77) Tractors, JCB 531-70 AgriSuper (12) & John Deere 3420 (05) Telehandlers, Land Rover 90 Pick-Up (96), John Deere R962i Sprayer 30m Trailed Sprayer (19), Amazone ZA-TS Fertliser Spreader (20), Vaderstad RDA 600S Drill, Simba SL500 & SL400 Cultvators, Dalbo 6m Culttrail, Cousins Contour HZ 15.4m Cambridge Rollers (19), McConnel 7-Leg Shakerator, Kverneland RB100 7f Semi Mounted & LD85/240 5f Rev. Ploughs, McConnel PA6565T

Hedgetrimmer (16), Bomford Atlas Copco XAS37 Compressor, Bomford 2700 Flail Topper, McConnel Rhino 6’ Topper, Marshall Bale Trailer, Warwick 14t & 12t, Marston 14t & 12t & Grifths 10t Grain Trailers, Machine Spares, Workshop Items, Weights, Wheels, etc.

Moor Court Farms Ltd

John Deere T670i Hillmaster Combine with 30’ Header (21), Shelbourne Reynolds RSD28 Stripper Header (22), John Deere 6R215 Ultmate (23) & 6195R (18) Tractors, Can-Am 570 Outlander (23), Berthoud Vantage 55-60 30m Trailed Sprayer, Kverneland TL Geospread iDC Fertliser Spreader (22), Horsch Cruiser 6 XL, Vaderstad Carrier 650 , Dalbo Cultlif 600 & Reco WilRich 9FCW 6m Cultvators, He-Va Stealth 6-Leg Low Disturbance Subsoiler, Kverneland LD85/300 6f Rev Plough, Dowdeswell Plough Press, 3 Claydon 2 x 9m (23 & 22) 1 x 7.5m (22) Straw Harrows, He-Va 15.3m King Roller, Watson HFWB 630 Ballast Rollers, Accord 6m Drill, Spearhead Stubble Master 750 Batwing Topper, Warwick 14t Grain Trailer, Western 1,000ltr Fuel Bowser (20), Pratley Mobile Sheep Handling System, Rappa Trailer, Reels, Stakes, Workshop Items, Weights, Wheels, etc.

Online bidding available through symondsandsampson.co.uk Contact Greg Ridout: 01935 382909/07817 517467

FORTHCOMING AGRICULTURAL SALES

FARM DISPERSAL SALES

Friday 30th August 2024 at 10.30am CROFT FARM, Shenstone Wood End, Lich eld, WS14 0LF

New Holland T5.110 4WD c/w Loader (17’-1,803 Hours)

Ford 6610 Series II 4WD

Coventry Universal Climax Diesel Forklift Machinery And Implements

Large Range of Workshop Items, Hay and Straw, Sundries And E ects, Non-VAT Items.

Thursday 12th September 2024 at 10.30am BANK TOP FARM, Bradbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1JL

4 Massey Ferguson Tractors

MF 6S.155 Dyna 6 4WD (23’), MF 6470 Dyna 6 4WD (10’), MF 5445 Powershift 2WD (07’), MF 390T 4WD & MF 590 2WD Manitou MLA 628 120 LSU Power Plus Telehandler (08’), Kubota L4240 4WD (12’) and Kubota X900 RTV (17’) JCB 8085 Eco ZTS Excavator (13’), Hi-Spec Vacuum Tanker, Kuhn Euromix Diet Feeder, Lely Tigo 50R Pro Twin Axle Forage Wagon Ifor Transport Trailer and Livestock Trailer, Farm Trailers, Machinery Large Comprehensive Range of Livestock Equipment.

Catalogues available to download from our website or call 01889 562811

www.bagshaws.com

Laverstoke Farms Ltd, New Barn Farm, Laverstoke, Whitchurch, Hants RG28 7PG ONSITE

AUCTION DEADSTOCK DISPERSAL SALE

of Modern Farm Implements & Machinery, Workshop Tools & Equipment, Machinery Spares, etc.

Including: 3 John Deere ‘R’ Series Tractors, John Deere Combine, Manitou Telehandler, Ploughs, Cultivation Equipment, Sprayers, Rollers, Trailers, Drills, Fertiliser Spreader, Hedgecutter, Isuzu Truck, Workshop Tools & Equipment, Machinery Spares, etc.

Commencing at 10.30am

Due to retirement on behalf of D Haxby (Farms) Ltd Manor Farm, Walmsgate, Louth, LN11 8QN Friday 27th September 2024 at 11am Viewing Thursday 26th September 2024, 10am - 3pm Tractors and Machines: 2016 Class Lexion 620 Combine Harvester with 680 Vario 6.8m Header and Side Knife (1056 engine hrs), 2021 John Deere 6215R with front weights (1350hrs), 2019 John Deere 6250R with front linkage & front weights (1864hrs), Suzuki Eiger Quadrunner Equipment: 2019 Horsch Sprinter 6m Drill, John Deere M732i 24m Trailed Sprayer, Vaderstad Ferox 600 Cultivator 6m, 2017 Kvernland Exacta TL ‘GEO SPREAD’ Fertiliser Spreader, 12m DAL-BO Compact 1230 Cambridge Rolls, Vaderstad Rexius 450 Twin Press, 2020 Vaderstad 4m Topdown 400, Ransoms Three Leg Flat Lift c/w Cousins Packer, Saper Superflow 3m Drag, 2015 Lemkin Jewel 8 -6 Furrow Plough, 2013 Bailey Twin Axle 16t Grain Trailer with Hydraulic

BALERS & BALE HANDLING

LEAKING GUTTERING?

Seamless aluminium guttering and gutter linings for all concrete, asbestos and metaI valley gutters. Ideal for Atcost, Crendan and Tyler type barns.

The material has a life expectancy in excess of 30 years. Please call or email for a free quote. www.a1installations.co.uk

JOHN Deere Gator XUV 865M, 2018, pristine condition throughout, new bear claw tyres, recently serviced, fully road legal, 50km, f/w electric tipping box, radio, in cab heater, LED lights & more, 28bhp, 2200hrs. £9,650 ono. J Jones Tel 07340 083030 (Cheshire)

CORVUS 4x4 DX1000 diesel UTV, 22 plate, 850hrs, just had full service by dealer, replaced rear brake pads, excellent condition, only selling due to change in farming policy. £17,250+VAT ono. A Atterton Tel 07973 289480 (Wiltshire)

JOHN Deere Gator XUV 850D, 2016, owned since new, 2208hrs. M Wheeler Tel 07548 830531 (Buckinghamshire)

YAMAHA Kodiak 450, 2006, vgc, 6244 mls, 1002.7 hrs, owned since 2012, road reg'd fully serviced & newly refurbished, call for further details, c/w slug pelleter (used for sowing grass seed) & RDS 30 speed & area meter, retirement sale. £2,250+VAT. D Cowton Tel 07712 005508 (County Durham)

JOHN Deere Gator XUV855D, owned since new, 2016MY, 2208hrs, good tyres, new suspension & steering rack, selectable 4wd, good condition. £8,500+VAT. M Wheeler Tel 07548 830531 (Buckinghamshire)

JOHN Deere 865M Gator, 2019, 1230hrs, full cab, heater, full LED light kit, full bush guards all round, new tyres & belt last year, selling due to change in farm policy, any questions please call. £15,500 ono. D Roberts Tel 07811 013868 (Flintshire)

YAMAHA Kodiak 2wd 400cc quad bike, 2004, good working order, road registered, recently had a new battery & the carburettor deep cleaned. £2,200+VAT ono. P Riddleston Tel 07470 063643 (Suffolk)

NEW Holland 376, good working order, been used every year. £1,550. I Fyfe Tel 07749 874905 (Leicestershire)

HEAVY duty flat 10 or 15 bale grab, built for use with telehandler. £400 ono. K Ollett Tel 01359 270047/07753 859883 (Suffolk)

TWIN bale spike with euro hitch brackets. £400 no VAT. T Bonsall Tel 07977 598930/01335 310258 (Derbyshire)

NEW Holland 945 baler, good condition, ready to go, regularly maintained & always stored inside, just finished hay. £2,600+VAT ono. J Robinson Tel 07946 715189 (Essex)

NEW Holland 575 baler, wide pick up, good reliable machine, can be sold with flat accumulator & grab, selling due to retirement. £5,250+VAT. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

JCB 530, 1998, bought when it had just done 500hrs, was ex-McAlpine machine which why it is green, now done 10500hrs, still good machine. £11,500+VAT ono. M Taylor Tel 07831 810052 (Cambridgeshire)

HESSTON 4900, serviced, ready to go, stored under cover. £7,995. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

MASSEY Ferguson 2190 baler, 2012, serviced yearly, all good & low bale count. £37,500+VAT. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

FLEMING 8t grain trailer, with grain chute, excellent condition, stored under cover. £7,900+VAT ono. D Brake Tel 07927 008505 (Wiltshire)

2013 Claas Variant 365RC, very tidy, bale count 10,500, auto chain lube, drop floor, wide angle PTO, 380/5517 tyres, 1000 PTO, Communicator control box. £11,950+VAT. M Mark Tel 07977 586196 (Hampshire)

WELGER AP83 with wide pickup, full working order, just no longer needed, one side panel missing (lost during transportation to us when purchased), but has no effect on performance, call for more details or photos. £4,750+VAT. C Settle Tel 07780 838374 (Norfolk)

COOKS flat 8 sledge, tidy order. £650 no VAT. M Lewis Tel 07422 668416 (Powys)

NEW Holland D1010 baler, 1997, very good condition, 71275 bales, retirement sale, excellent condition. £6,950+VAT ono. C Bacon Tel 07811 162299 (Derbyshire)

NEW Holland 648 Crop Cutter belt round baler, 2000, approx 60000 bales, net wrap. £3,500 ovno. M Lewis Tel 07422 668416 (Powys)

MOULTON heavy duty bale grab, will pick up 2 or 3 high density bales, pin & cone brackets. £1,000+VAT. T Sinnott Tel 07710 481806 (Leicestershire)

TEAGLE Tomahawk 1010 straw blower, manufactured in 2020, with 10cu/m capacity, trailed with horizontal auger & single axle, 5.22m spread width & takes a max bale size of 120 x 90cm. £14,000+VAT ono. C Craven Tel 07786 136813 (Norfolk)

TRIMA bale grab/squeeze, manufactured in 1999, in good condition for age. £800+VAT ono. C Craven Tel 07786 136813 (Norfolk)

MASSEY Ferguson 4160V round baler, brand new for 2021 season, 7244 bales (straw bales only), 252 working hrs, Isobus ready, always been barn stored, excellent condition. £25,000+VAT ono, S Baker Tel 07585 442177 (Suffolk)

NEW Holland BR740A baler, immaculate condition, only 17000 bales. £5,750+VAT. A Haste Tel 07740 257282 (Suffolk)

BALE spike, barely used & as good as new. E Bunting Tel 07889 640199 (Essex)

CLAAS EASTERN

CLAAS 218 MEGA £25,000 1994, 6m cutterbar, 4159hrs, , RH V knife, straw chopper, shaff spreader

CL-09450693

CLAAS ARION 650 £44,950 2016, 40kph, 185hp, , 6000hrs, 16.9 R28 fronts, 20.8 R38 rears, 3 spools

CL-A3607237.A

HORSCH LEEB PT 280

£149,000

2019, detailed specification available HS-25000309.A

HORSCH 5 RT CLASSIC

£33,000

2019, single steel disc packer, std depth adjustment, soft ride, lights HS-28091835.A

CLAAS AXION 870 £98,000 2018, 50kph , 3561hrs, 600/70R30 fronts, 650/85R38 rears, 5 spools

CL-A6100764.A

CLAAS LEXION 770 TT POA 2014, 1050 Vario header, , 3298hrs

CL-C6600857.B

CLAAS ARION 430 £43,000 2016, 40kph, 110hp, 340/85R28 fronts, 420/85R38 rears, 2 spools, FL120 loader CL-A4301946.A

HOUSEHAM AIR RIDE 2500

£22,500 2003, fast fill pump HOU-Harra1103/463

CLAAS LINER 4000 HH POA 2019, Comfort hyd brakes, com II Control box, LED Work lights, spare wheel with 16x6.5-8

CL-G0501384.A

CLAAS ARION 650 POA 2017, 50kph, 185hp, 6065hrs, 540/65R28 fronts, 650/65r38 rears, 4 spools

CL-A3608905.A

LEMKEN JEWL 8 V N100

£15,000 2014, 5 Furrow, CS 40 LE-407811

CLAAS SCORPION 736

£59,000 2019, 3981hrs, 460/70 R24 , Manitou HYD Carriage CL-K3200211.A

VICON EXTRA 124 £4,100 2018, Triple blade top hats, plain bar mower, belt driven VI-KT476874

CLAAS JAGUAR 960 4WD 160,000 2017, 3m pick up, 20 blade cylinder, 3816hrs, 2594 cylinder hrs CL-49702041.B

CLAAS ARION 630 CIS+ £69,500

2019, 50kph, 165hp, 2611hrs, 480/65R28 fronts, 600/65R38 rears, 3 spools CLA7603669.A

VADERSTAD RAPID RDA C POA 2019, grain and fertiliser, blockage sensors, front folding packer roller, varible rate SR00008741

LEMKEN ZIRKON 12/SOLITAIR 9 £24,000 2016, quick change tines, coulter lift, elec metering, S type following harrow, preemergance - bout markers SR00008426

SWARDO 1400 £15,000 2013

KO-KS866630

KUHN GF7802

£9,950 2023, hydr headland kit

KU-1KSAA1019A60D0043

JCB 538-60 AGRI SUPER

£65,000

2021, 2763hrs, 460/70 R24, hyd carriage, 538-60 Agri SuperJC - JCB5XJOYKM3064174 LEMKEN EUROPAL (DL)

KRONE

80x80, 4 string. £7,000+VAT. A Burgess Tel 07889 640457 (Warwickshire)

MCHALE 991B, 2009, owned from brand new, 15,000 bales, full working order & good condition, used for this year's harvest, any questions please contact me. Genuine sale due to it now being surplus to requirements. £5,750+VAT. J Smith Tel 07386 607671 (Derbyshire)

FAT 8 grab with Q fit brackets, used needs small amount of welding on one joint, but otherwise works well, brackets are worth £100. £150+VAT. C Naylor Tel 01676 533246 (West Midlands)

FLAT 8 grab, bought as a spare, never used, no pipes fitted, but in very good condition. £250+VAT. C Naylor Tel 01676 533246 (West Midlands)

FLAT 8 grab c/w JCB Q fit brackets & quick release pipes, perfect working order & very strong. £395+VAT. C Naylor Tel 01676 533246 (West Midlands)

RITCHIE 56 bale carrier, in working order, just sold my baler so no longer required. £450+VAT. C Naylor Tel 01676 533246 (West Midlands)

GRAYS bale unroller, 2003, in very good working condition. £250+VAT. B Key Tel 07788 413658 (Norfolk)

All sales enquiries to Simon Peacock Mob: 07717 416178 or Email: simonp@ctmrcs.co.uk

B W M B W M ACK (Machinery) LTD.

Quality used equipment specialist in East Anglia & East Midlands! Over 250 used machinery items on our website: doubledaygroup.co.uk

JD X91100 ’23, 537 hrs, ProDrive XL 40k, SF7000, HD40X header and trolley

£595,000 REF: 81096500

New Holland T7.190 ’18, 4828 hrs, Power Command 50k, 4 ESCVs

£53,500 REF: B1094196

Claas Arion ’16, 5593 hrs, Hexashift 50k, front susp, front pto, air brakes

£46,000 REF: A1099015

Caterpillar MT865B ’08, 7286 hours, Powershift, 30” tracks, drawbar, mid weights

£POA REF: A1099730

Kramer K14.5 ’21, 493 hours, load stabiliser, 1250mm bucket, 1000m tines

£28,000 REF: 11081499

Claas Lexion 760TT ’14, vario 1200 header and trailer, 3359 eng hrs, 2290 rotor hrs,

£105,000 REF: 71098320

New Holland TM140 ’03, 9185 hrs, Power Command 40k, front suspension

£27,500 REF: A1097273

JD 7270R ’17, 6900 hrs, E23 50K, 3 E-SCVs, AutoTrac ready, electric joystick

£72,500 REF: 11094388

Fendt 828 ’16, 6050 hrs, Vario 65k, front linkage, 4 SCVs, hyd top link

£75,000 REF: 31096662

Caterpillar TH336 ’13, 5454 hrs, Powershift 4 speed, air con, pallet tines

£28,750 REF: B1096960

Lexion 780 ’16, 1902 hrs, chopper and chaff spreader, trimble guidance

£179,500 REF: A1099109

JD T670 ’20, 515 hrs, ProDrive 40k, Harvest Monitor, AutoTrac

£170,000 REF: A1024732

New Holland T6.145 ’17, Electro Command 40k, air brakes, front suspension

£45,000 REF: A1098644

New Holland T7.210 ’15, 4400 hrs, Auto Command, air brakes, front susp

£43,000 REF: A1093316

JD 7R310 ’23, 622 hrs, AutoPowr 50k, front linkage + PTO, 4 SCVs

£219,500 REF: A1098839

Claas 7035 Scorpion ’17, 5204 hrs, VariPower 40k, air con, pallet tines

£44,500 REF: D1095577

All prices subject to VAT and accurate at the time of printing

For more information contact Ashley Brighton on 07769

NH TX34 ’93, 4203 eng hrs, average condition, 17ft header, straw chopper and trolley

£16,500 REF: A1097529

JD T670I ’23, HillMaster, 143 eng hrs, DualRange Drive, 630F header and trolley, £285,000 REF: B1094147

JD 6155R ’17, 4761 hrs, AutoQuad Plus 50k, cab susp, TLS cab susp

£58,750 REF: A1025093

JD 6215R ’20, 5968 hrs, AutoPowr 50k, TLS, front linkage, CommandArm £POA REF: A1098711

Case Maxxum 140 ’15, 7872 hrs, 50k, 4 SCVs, air con, air brakes, trimble RTK

£32,500 REF: C1098791

Merlo TF35.7 ’19, 5112 hrs, PUH, air con, pallet tines, Merlo headstock

£38,750 REF: C1096899

Claas

CLAAS Tucano 430, 2008, 2483 engine/1936 working hrs, C600 auto contour header, standard sieves, straw chopper, serviced pre harvest, done 130 acres since, Ziegler side knife, some spares, good condition. £60,000+VAT. N Abram Tel 07850 785503 (Norfolk)

JOHN Deere T670i with R630 header 30’, 1766 engine/1266 drum hrs, low houred, dealer serviced. £76,000+VAT ovno. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

MF525 combine, 1974, 12' cut, selling for spares or repair as not used for the last 6yrs, but always barn stored.

£1,500 ono no VAT. A Clark Tel 07708 202708 (Norfolk)

JOHN Deere 2254, 2001, 2469hrs, 816 header, chopper & chaff spreader, 2469 engine hrs, 2117 drum hrs, owned from new, very tidy genuine combine. £26,000+VAT ono. A Burton Tel 07970 260224 (Derbyshire)

header trailer, a/c radio, spares, manual/ parts books, available mid Aug. £25,000+VAT. M Gemmill Tel 07779 223458 (Essex)

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HULARIS MES-470H-115F maize blade, 2017, good condition.

£5,250+VAT. S Goddard Tel 07815 209927/07974 479963 (Kent)

1997 John Deere 2256, 16’ cut, air con, straw chopper, header trailer, owner driver last 9yrs on small acreage, 2696 drum/3631 eng hrs, vgc. £19,500 ono. T Foss Tel 07711 283234 (Northamptonshire)

NEW Holland TX68+, 1999, 24' cut, 4020 engine hrs, been used this year, serviced & ready to go. £28,500+VAT. J Leigh Tel 07732 599805 (Cheshire)

MASSEY Ferguson Powerflow belt, 5’, unused. £150. J Sly Tel 07971 951505 (Lincolnshire)

JOHN Deere 1065, C reg 1985, 3506hrs, owned by me for the last 22yrs, has completed every harvest during that time on my 150 acre farm, always been stored under cover, regular servicing & maintenance carried out £7,800+VAT. S Brock Tel 07712 881444 (Lincolnshire)

ZIEGLER side knife, had little use. £300+VAT. C Shaw Tel 07964 989516 (Staffordshire)

CLAAS Lexion 12m header trailer. R Wright Tel 07584 654790 (Cambridgeshire)

BISO VX 960 Crop Ranger header to fit New Holland CR960 or 5 walker machines, 2006, 2 hydraulic driven side knives, extending bed, very good condition for age. £4,000+VAT. R Williams Tel 07801487570 (Glamorgan)

COMBINE HARVESTERS & agricultural machinery

KM Group 07944 116870 kmgroupcombine@gmail.com

CLAAS Dominator 108SL Classic, C510 header, Merc engine, hydro, 3880hrs, chopper, good condition. £15,500+VAT. D Cousins Tel 07810 740427 (Cambridgeshire)

CLAAS Lexion 560TT, 4534hrs, 04 reg, good condition. £45,000+VAT ono. P Watson Tel 07885 272342 (North Yorkshire)

CLAAS Lexion 750TT, 2011, 9m Vario header, 2852 engine/2150 drum hrs, power spreader, twin laser pilot, RH side knife, 3D sieves, dealer serviced from new, well looked after, barn stored, vgc, Cat engine – no AdBlue. £95,000+VAT ono. J Speirs Tel 07979 463480 (Bedfordshire)

AIR compressor, 3 phase, 3hp, 100L, good condition. £100+VAT. S Temple Tel 07789 750553 (Norfolk)

COMBINES:

JOHN DEERE: T670i, W540, 9580 WTS, 2066, 2264, 2258, 2058, 1188, 1177, 1166, 1085, 1075, 1065, 985, 975, 965, 955, 952, 950, 630, 530, 8820

CLAAS: Lexion 600, 580T, 570T, 480, 460, 440, 430, 218, 118, 116, 115, 114CS, 108, 106, 105, 98, 96, 85, 76, 70

NEW HOLLAND: CR9080, CR980, TX66, TX68, TX36, TX34, TX32, TF78, TF46, TF44, TF42, 8080, 8050, 8040, 1500’s, 133

MASSEY FERGUSON: 7278, 40RS 38, 34, 31, 29, 27, 865, 760, 750, 665, 504

DEUTZ FAHR: 6090, 4090, 4080,4075, M3630, M3610, M2780, M2680, M1002

LAVERDA: 152, M120 CASE: 1660

TRACTORS:

JOHN DEERE: 8520, 8400, 8200T, 7800, 7530, 7430, 6930, 6900, 6800, 6430, 6110, 3650, 3130, 2140, 2040, 1640

FORKLIFTS:

JCB: 531-70, 530-70, 525-58, 520-4, 414, 926

CLAAS: Targo C50, K50 Ranger

MATBRO: Telestar, Teleshift, 280, 270, 250

MANITOU: 2600, MLT 633

MERLO: 40.7, 30.6 Multifarmer, 28.7, 26.6

JOHN DEERE: 3800, 3420, 3415, 3200

MASSEY FERGUSON: 8295

TEREX: 250

BALERS:

NEW HOLLAND: 1210, 1010S, D1000, BB940, 841, 835, 7070, 750, 740, 654, 650, 644, 640

JOHN DEERE: 680, 644, 592, 590, 582, 578, 575, 550, 342,

CASE: RBX435

CLAAS: Quadrant 2200,1200, Rollant 255, 280, 180, 46, 44, Vari, Hesston 4900, 4800, 4750

VICON: LB12000, LB8200, MP800, RV1602

WELGER: D6000, D4000, 520, 435

VICON: LB12000, LB8200, MP800, 1601, RV1602

MASSEY FERGUSON: No.5, 2190, 2170, 2160, 190, 187, 185

SUPERTINO: 60-120

MOWERS:

KUHN: Alterna 500

JOHN DEERE: 328, 228, 131, 1360

POTTINGER: Novacat, Eurocat

KRONE: AM20, 32P, AMT

Contact Dameon 07548 829587

Office & Parts 01493 733211 info@sas-agri.uk • www.sas-agri.uk

WANTED -

SPREADERS

MF 8S.245

2022, 2500hrs, Dyna VT Exclusive, front links & PTO

MF 8740

2017, 6600hrs, Dyna VT Exclusive, front links, Trimble guidance receiver, air brakes

MF 5S.145

2022, 700hrs, Dyna 4, MF 3819 loader, cab suspension

MF 6616

2014, 5700hrs, Dyna 6, c/w MX loader, front axle & cab suspension, 40kph

MF 7726S

2019, 7200hrs, Dyna 6 Exclusive, front links & PTO

MF 7720

2016, 5300hrs, Dyna VT Exclusive, front links

MF 7722S

2020, 3300hrs, Dyna VT Efficient

MF 7722

2016, 9900hrs, front links & PTO, Dyna VT Exclusive

New Holland FR780

2020, 2040hrs, auto guidance ready, LED light package, leather heated seat

MF 362 N reg, 3700hrs, 4wd, 12x12 shuttle, very nice original condition

JCB 434S

2011, 8900hrs, c/w 12’ buck rake, fork & tiptoe bucket, excellent condition

Redrock 4500 tanker

2024, over hedge boom, rain gun, air/ hyd brakes, rear steer, wide angle PTO

New Holland FX40 2005, grass machine, nice tidy condition

Welger RP 202 Classic 2005, 1700 bales only, off small holding, excellent condition

Kverneland 4m Combination Drill

Kverneland

row, isobus or control box with land wheel metering, pre emergence markers, low hectares

Stainless Steel Water/Liquid Fertiliser Bowsers 18,000L, chemical lookers, air/hyd brakes, 50mm pump, choice of three units

Kverneland RW 100 Wagon Plough 2014, 9 furrow, No 28 bodies, manual vari-width, superb condition

Cousins Hydraulic Folding Cambridge Rolls

rings 90% with breaker rings, 6.4 to 16.4 sizes available

Kuhn HR 3020 3m Heavy Duty Power Harrow 2019, new tines, 600mm packer roller, oil cooler, in 1st class condition

Great Plains 3M Express Cultivator with ST Bar

Pottinger 3m Combi Drill, 2012, Su olk coulters, 500mm packer roller, still on original power harrow tines, excellent condition

MF50B digger, been on the farm years, starts & drives well, all hydraulics work, rear diff lock, front hydraulic aux for a muck grab, etc, hydrostatic forward/reverse, needs a bit of TLC, c/w 3 rear buckets. £3,000 ono. A Clarke Tel 07708 205708 (Norfolk)

TESAB 623 impact crusher, 1997, 8 nearly new tyres, in full working order, folds up by itself, all wear parts in good condition, c/w magnet, Cat engine, makes nice mot but size of material can be altered, ready for work! E Hancock Tel 07598 887568 (Derbyshire)

CATERPILLAR D6D, 1984, new u/carriage, engine overhaul inc pistons, liners, injectors & turbo, all hyd seals replaced, inc track adjusters, new track spring, Cat 3 3pt linkage with hyd top link, 10' carry blade, a/c & fire suppression. £30,000+VAT. G Springell Tel 07831 096485 (Buckinghamshire)

JCB 130 digger, 1993, 2837hrs, good runner, good tracks, all new rollers, ex demo. £10,500. M Turney Tel 07831 879680 (Bedfordshire)

RARE 2t swivel hydraulic high discharge dumper, working order, 2 cyl Petter diesel engine, may suit farmers or small builder, useful for concreting. £2,900+VAT. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

BENFORD 2t 3-way hydraulic tipper, easy to start, in very good working order. £2.750+VAT ono. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

PRIESTMAN Mustang 120 MkI, 360deg, vgo & working condition, starts on the key every time, new pins, sprockets, etc, for wide filled tracks, 95% wear left, 2 buckets, can still get spares, selling as project finished & I'm 90 now! £6,500 ono. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

BOOM extension from Priestman Mustang 120 Mk3 digger, in good working order, may fit other machines. £2,200+VAT. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

DRILLS

SUMO Versadrill 3m hydraulic folding, system Moore tandem Unidrill direct drill, 16 row, linkage headstock, 4 hyd reset subsoiler legs, tandem front press wheels, radar metering, Stocks slug pelleter. Offers. P Freeman Tel 07711 145124 (Lincolnshire)

Richardson Machinery Sales Ltd

£28,950

Simba 10M Cultipress 2012, Pro Active Tines, good machine

Tel: 07599 552864

VADERSTAD Rapid 300S Super XL 3m drill, 2003, track eradicators, good condition. J Brooks Tel 07776 421444/01502 677201 (Norfolk)

£36,950

more photos and full spec at www.writtlefarmmachinery.co.uk

2020, latest model (4 rows, plastic hopper), pre-ems, ISOCan HORSTINE Farmery drill unit for oilseed rape, cover crop, used behind Sumo Trio 3m. £1,000+VAT ovno. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

WEAVING

2020 John Deere 6155R Premium Edition, 50kph AutoPow-

2020 John Deere 50kph AutoQuad, front

SCVS, SF3000 dome, 3475

2012 John Deere 50kph Autoquad, front linkage, sus, 3 SCVS, only 4299

1987 John Deere

nice original example. SCVS, front weights, 11,074 Massey Ferguson 1080 Runs and drives, power multipower, 2 SCVS, great

2009 Chieftain Tri axle C/w sprung drawbar, sprung and sprung ramps.

Keeble Delta 6M Brock 700mm steel ring subsoiling

(Nottinghamshire)

four rows, hydraulic fan, good straight drill

KRM Sola 1909 6m tungsten tine drill, 2020, RDS Artemis lite GPS speed controller, hydraulic fan, good condition. £16,000+VAT. T Green Tel 07931 372095 (Norfolk)

HEVA Fanterra 3m disc drill, new discs & coulters, hyd fan, rubber packer, easy to calibrate, barn stored, genuine reason for sale. R Russell Tel 07787 447581 (Norfolk)

CULTIVATING Solutions Rapidlift 4m, all in good working order with all parts/manuals, 2013 machine & little used, selling due to change of drill, excellent condition.

£5,000+VAT. G Matthews Tel 07747 846888 (Essex)

KUHN HR3001/Accord 3m DA combi, 2009, tramline, bout & pre ems, follg harrow, 3 row coulter, wheel erads, steps, hopper ext & cover drill, 200hp g/ box stand, Andy Guest recon, manual/ spares book, stored under cover, photos available. £6,500+VAT. M Gemmill Tel 07779 223458 (Essex)

MASSEY 34 7 drill,in good working order when put away 20yrs ago, been on our family farm as long as I can remember, good solid metalwork & mechanism all works, one tyre needs replacing, c/w original book in good condition, Maldon. £500 ono. J Macmorland Tel 07729 196960 (Essex)

SIM-TECH 300A Direct drill, owned since new, excellent condition. £12,000+VAT. A Haste Tel 07740 257282 (Suffolk)

2021 Claydon 3m drill, 315ha on clock (at point of posting), preemergence & bout markers, X tank sensors, great condition, sale due to upgrade, love the drill’s cost savings & crop health improvements, message for more photos. £35,100+VAT ono. T Williams Tel 07920 754700 (Gloucestershire)

KVERNELAND TS 6m tine drill, 2001, 3yrs old, in excellent condition, points have only done 250 acres. £24,000+VAT ono. J Hopperton Tel 07879 691976 (Cambridgeshire)

PW5-25 Cross Slot 5m drill, 2016, Mk IV openers, 2600L seed hopper, blockage sensors, 710/45-R22.5 tyres, Accord metering & mini seeder/slug pellet applicator, Avadex applicator, Sumo front hitch, Sumo hitch. S Parrish Tel 07785 502436 (Essex)

EQUESTRIAN

TITAN ESJ double axle horse trailer with day living, 1997 build, refurbished 2021 inc new floor, 5 tyres, wiring & full service, been superb for horse shows, tows well, rear & side ramp, living c/w sink, gas hob & table. £3,500 ono. M Crosby Tel 07876 196476 (Essex)

£80,950

Horsch Avatar 6.16SD Drill 2019, only 1900ha, Isobus, vgc

Tel: 07599 552864

TRITON seed drill 6m with mounted hopper, piped for Avadex, following harrow, plenty of spares, good condition, 2019. S Parrish Tel 07785 502436 (Essex)

SUMO Versadrill, 4m, 2011, gwo, drilled about 2000ha, re disced 160ha ago, v tidy paintwork, nearly new points (will come with spare set & few more spares), auto reset front legs, following levelling paddles, good solid machine. £20,000+VAT ono. M Hewitt Tel 07775 618830 (Leicestershire)

USED rubber tiles, 56sq/m, 4 tiles to a square meter (224 tiles total) 20mm thick, they are used so expect wear & tear, south Cambs. £750. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire) FENCING & GATES

Refurbished Power Harrows:

• All New Bearings and Seals in the Trough and Gearbox

• Blade Holders All New are fitted

• New Genuine Kuhn Tines fitted

• New Packer Roller Kit fitted

• Shot Blasted, Repainted and New Stickers

• New PTO and Guards fitted as standard

• Models of Power Harrows used: HR3001, HR3002, HR3003, HR4001, HR4002, HR4003 and HR4004

• Front or Rear Levelling Board as standard

• Cam Clutch new fitted on all machines

• Wheel Track Eradicators are available as an optional extra

All Seed Drills Totally Refurbished:

• New Main Frame with Extra Strength

• New Coulters and Pivot Bushes

• New Metering Device

• Vertical Folding Markers Power Harrow mounted

• New Disc Marker Pivots and Discs

• All New Hoses and Hopper Cover

• New Hopper Extension and Double Step

• Tramliner c/w 2 or 4 Shut Offs and Low Level Sensor

• All Shot Blasted, Repainted and New Stickers

• S-Type Following Harrow Standard on complete combinations

• 2 Rows of Coulters as standard – 3 rows optional extra

• Pre Emergence Markers available as an extra – £825

• Hydraulic Coulter Lift – £850

Refurbished Combinations

3m – from £13,650

Kuhn 3001 3002 3003

Power Harrow:

• New Maxi Packer Roller & Clod Board

• Accord 3m DA Seed Drill c/w Tramliner

• 2 row Suffolk Coulters

• Vertical Folding Markers fitted on harrow

• Hopper Extension

• Step and S-Harrow

Email: simon@andrewguest.co.uk

4m – from £14,650

Kuhn 4001 4002 4003

Power Harrow:

• New Maxi Packer Roller & Clod Board

• Accord 4M DA Seed Drill c/w Tramliner

• 2 row Suffolk Coulters

• Vertical Folding Markers fitted on Harrow

• Hopper Extension

• Step and S-Harrow

12 Months Warranty on our combis

FYSON elevator, moves a lot of corn, 3 phase 15kW output power motor. £3,000. J Pears Tel 07733 033214 (Leicestershire)

4.10m H, frame width

2.77m x 2.77m, hopper width

1.72m at bottom, lid on top with 3–4 100x200mm holes, inside for 12mths & side auger worked OK, then left on its side to prevent water getting in for 6mnths, 6-7t cap, collection. £950 ono. R Rayner Tel 07808 066655 (Cambridgeshire)

GRAIN pusher, hardly used, 5m long, 2.5m wide front with rubber trim, 1.2 wide at back, 1m centres of fork slot, good condition. £3,000+VAT. R Rayner Tel 07808 066655 (Cambridgeshire)

KONGSKILDE DPC 40 grain dresser, in good condition, can be seen working (till end of October) North Norfolk. £5,000 ono. R Combe Tel 07748 981816 (Norfolk)

SUTON grain pusher, 6m long, 2014 build, f/w Claas/Kramer brackets, viewing welcome or more photos by request. £2,200+VAT. I Woodward Tel 07960 866025 (Leicestershire)

USED grain drying/aeration pedestals – three hot spot spears £100+VAT ono; five approx 3m P2 metal galv pedestals (base cylinder, reducer, upper pipes 150mm diameter) £180+VAT; seven PED086 adapter P2 ped to F3 fan £50+VAT. Please call. G Parkes Tel 07855 288597 (Leicestershire)

BRICE Baker 6” tripod grain auger, 40’ with receiving hopper, 3 phase. £400 ono. C Shaw Tel 07964 989516 (Staffordshire)

FIFTY-FOOT 6” belt with 5.5” cups, for a grain elevator, c/w man platform. £90. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

CHERRY Products pin & cone grain bucket, 1.98cu/m, more photos available online. £975+VAT. P Skinner Tel 07711 405100 (Northamptonshire)

BM Modular square grain silo, 4 section high, hopper bottom, 5m high, 2m x 2m square, 500mm discharge height, 180mm square

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WEIDEMANN grass overseeder, had little use. £2,500+VAT. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

DABRO 4' grass slitter, good condition, ideal behind small tractor/quad, etc, south Cambs. £975. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

TEAGLE super Ted 221 wuffler or similar required, in good condition. W Everitt Tel 01263 860112 (Norfolk)

McCONNEL SR15 batwing topper, good working order, always kept inside for 14yrs we have owned, does a tidy job, no leaks on rams, corrosion on middle tinwork but does not affect use, needs new PTO guard from tractor, genuine sale.

£3,000 ono. B Harris Tel 07990 741527 (Warwickshire)

Hedging Specialists

Over 100 varieties of top quality hedge plants and young trees. For a catalogue, advice or a competitive quote, contact Glebe Farm Hedging Langham, Essex CO4 5PP Tel: 01206 323200

Email: hedge-plants@btconnect.com

Website: www.glebefarmhedging.co.uk

OPICO spring tine grass harrow, 2008, 4.5m, hydraulic folding. £1,500 ono. P Causton Tel 01362 858367 (Norfolk)

OPICO 6m grass harrow, light use in excellent condition. £1,850+VAT ono. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

EUROTEC 2m flail mower, nearly new, one year old. £1,800. F Stow & Son Tel 01608 658289 (Oxfordshire)

STOLL twin rotor hay rake, 20' working width, but can go down one side & back up the other!

£3,750+VAT. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

SUFFOLK 40 rotary topper, 2015, 4’ cut, 3 point linkage, fully mounted, 540rpm PTO, light use, excellent condition. £815 no VAT. R Lintott Tel 07799 473374/01566 471493 (Cornwall)

PZ Haybob, in good working order, used this season, will need a few new tines, tyres OK, rear gates OK, PTO shaft good, does need a new guard on tractor end of shaft. £395+VAT. R Littleworth Tel 07944 640696 (Lincolnshire)

KVERNELAND/TAARUP 7517 bale wrapper, manual levers & control box, road lights, 750mm wrap, all in gwo, always stored inside. £4,250 ono. C Law Tel 07850 877794 (Leicestershire)

MAJOR Equipment front mower, bought new 2021, was on my John Deere 1545 mower, had little use from new, excellent condition. £3,000+VAT. M Taylor Tel 07831 810052 (Cambridgeshire)

VIKING/STIHL MT6127.0ZL ride on, 2014, full MD eng service, May 2024 £800, deck fully restored with new bearings & pulleys, 2 new drive belts & blade replacement, used as standby, only 100hrs, machine stored hence new bearings, exc cond. £1,500 ono. E Price Tel 07979 924616 (Conwy)

TORO Timecutter SW 4200 Zero-Turn mower, 2018, owner/user from new, 24.5 V twin eng, 500hrs (est), superb condition, no rust of any consequence, stored under cover, steering wheel steer, ideal for steep slopes, no VAT, delivery at cost. £2,950 ono. S Bunting Tel 07969 698782 (Suffolk)

VICON Fanex 523, excellent condition, light use, upgraded to 6 rotors to fit in with wider mower, tines, tyres, UJs & rams all good.

£2,400+VAT. R Copley Tel 07814 499124 (Nottinghamshire)

MASSEY Ferguson RK421 hay rake, 4.2m, single rotor, 2017 model, owned from new, perfect condition.

£3,800+VAT. D Marden Tel 07709 796147 (Surrey)

KUHN VKM305 shredder, very good condition, new belts, only reason for sale as gone to a front mounted machine. £4,000. M Wood Tel 01432 840745 (Herefordshire)

STOLL R460 hay rake, not used for a few years so selling for spares or repair, no PTO shaft, but was fitted with new gearbox & lots of new tines when last used. £595+VAT. C Naylor Tel 01676 533246 (West Midlands)

JOHN Deere X300R ride on mower with collector, recently serviced by main dealer, new blades & belt, 450hrs, only for sale as moving over to a mulcher, more photos online. £2,850+VAT. J Sargeant Tel 07912 732860 (Northamptonshire)

2014 John Deere 530 moco trailed 10' disc mower, very clean & tidy, 2014 model but sold 2015, owner operated, latest giro headstock, hydraulic bed tilt, spreader plates, just been fully serviced, genuine reason for sale, can load. £11950 ono no VAT. M Jeffrey Tel 07802 722408 (North Yorkshire)

HEDGING & FORESTRY

BOMFORD B49 hedge cutter, good genuine machine, retirement sale. Best offers over £4,000+VAT. S Pulford Tel 07979851358 (Essex)

2016 Spearhead Twiga 655T hedge trimmer, joystick controls, 6.5m telescopic reach, 1.3m head with F10 flails, good condition. £12,000+VAT. J Perry Tel 07974 262358 (Somerset)

KLOU 5500 cone splitter, suitable for mini digger, new & unused, 2023/24, sn: jcc5500-36, 40% off retail price. please call Clive for more details. £2,000 ono no VAT. C Dibden Tel 07831484365 (Hampshire)

NORWOOD

BRIGGS 82-220 irrigation unit, 30m boom, in good working order, 2009. POA. S Attwood Tel 01795 880441 (Kent)

LIVESTOCK

SUFFOLK ewes, a few 2 tooth to 4 tooth pedigree ewes, all fully vaccinated, MV accredited & registered. V Wolton Tel 07920 772862 (Suffolk)

EASYCARE ewe lambs (6), full shedders, polled, good feet, Lambivac, de-wormed, whole flock in PSGHS monitoring scheme, ideal starter flock. £600 for all. A Wicks Tel 01406 370382 (Lincolnshire)

HOME-BRED pedigree Oxford & Sandy Black weaners, gilts & boars available, ready for new homes, Wicklewood. £60 each. N Goodings Tel 07885 672682 (Norfolk)

PEDIGREE Texel & Suffolk shearling or 2 shear rams, good strong grass reared tups ready to work, bred for work not show, photos available. £350/head. A Richardson Tel 07710 077299/01206 386089 (Essex)

PEDIGREE Angus bull, Woodhaze Eubank, born 24 April 2023. £2,000. T Witter Tel 07772 850505 (Lincolnshire)

HEREFORD X in calf heifers, in calf to registered pedigree Aberdeen Angus bull, lovely calm cattle, only been on grass, 2yrs old, scanned in calf, due to calve in Feb, Cambs/ Essex border. £1,500/head. A Wombwell Tel 07975 504420/07899 23832 (Cambridgeshire)

07951 421839/07826 306935 (Norfolk)

LLEYN pedigree shearling rams, society registered, MV accredited, born January 23, Heptavac, Clik’ed, halter trained & shown at county shows. N Whitehead Tel 07900 555262 (Suffolk)

SEAFIELD PEDIGREES

TWO Aberdeen Angus X, 10 months old stirks by AI sires, TB4. £550 each. D Bolderston Tel 07887 925550 (Suffolk)

ABERDEEN ANGUS BULLS Ready to work

BEAUTIFUL Indian Blue peacocks (2) and one related peahen. £25 each. C

Semen Also Available

TEL: 07715 764 351

SUFFOLK rams, 7 strong shearling rams, MV accredited, all fully vaccinated. V Wolton Tel 07920 772862 (Suffolk)

GOLDEN Guernsey goat female kids, registered pedigree with BGS from CAE clear, show & milk recorded stock, vaccinated, de-wormed. POA. A Wicks Tel 01406 370382 (Lincolnshire)

BOER proven billy, 15 months old & very friendly. £200. S Bolderston Tel 07508 060946 (Norfolk)

BUTLEY Herefords, registered pedigree bulls & females, quiet & easily handled, all bulls halter trained & guaranteed under Hereford Society rules, TB4 area. www. butleyherefords.co.uk. DC Smith & Sons Tel 07971 694912/07885 594143 (Suffolk)

2024 AND 2023 MANITOU MT1840 COMFORT as new condition, 500hrs, a/c, hyd chassis levelling (sway), stabiliser legs, road legal, radio/speaker kit, tele, amber beacon, green s/belt, ex mirrors, white noise rev alarm, wheel nut indication, belly plates and rev cam

2020 MANITOU MT1840 COMFORT in good conditon, 3304hrs, a/c, hyd chassis levelling (sway), stabiliser legs, road legal, radio/speaker kit, tele, amber beacon, green s/belt, ex mirrors, white noise rev alarm, wheel nut ind, belly plates and rev cam

2022 MANITOU MT1840 COMFORT as new conditon.1691hrs, a/c, hyd chassis levelling( sway), stabilizer legs, road legal, radio/speaker kit, tele, amber beacon, green s/belt, ex mirrors, white noise rev alarm, wheel nut ind, belly plates and rev cam

2019 JCB 525-60 TELEHANDLER very good condition with 2073hs, a/c, l/link, road legal, radio and speaker kit, amber beacon, green s/belt beacon, extra mirrors, rev alarm & wheel nut indications

2023 MANITOU MT625 H COMFORT 6M TELEHANDLER as new condition, 500hrs, Kubota eng, auxiliary hyd, a/c, 2 wheel, 4 wheel and crab steer modes, Trackunit tele, road legal & radio kit

2022 MANITOU MT625 6M TELEHANDLER as new condition, 500hrs, Kubota eng, auxiliary hyd, a/c, 2 wheel, 4 wheel and crab steer modes, Trackunit tele, road legal & radiokit

2021 JCB 531-70 1000hrs, joystick control, a/c, road legal with lights and number plate, auxiliary hyd, roof and windscreen guards, belly guards, maintained by JCB and Ardent from new & JCB l/link tele

2023 JCB 540-140 ex condition with 499hrs, Stage V eng, a/start/stop, maintained by JCB & Ardent from new, a/c, hyd chassis levelling (sway), hyd fork pos, stab legs, road legal, radio/speaker kit, l/link tele, amber beacon, green s/belt beacon, ex mirrors, white noise rev alarm, wheel nut indi, belly plates, extra roof/w/screen guards and rev cam

2022 JCB 542-70 AGRI SUPER as new condition, very high spec, 820hrs, a/c, rear hyd hitch and trailer brakes, front hyd hitch with auxillary pipework for attachments, latest generation cab, a/seat, 460 tyres. Superb example, immediately available

LIVESTOCK (cont)

PATTERDALE

GALEBREAKER blinds, two 8’ pull down blinds, never used, still boxed, full fitting instructions manual included, may sell separately. £750 ono. J Pearson Tel 01283 732275 (Derbyshire) MACHINERY

SUTON brush with box, can be used on rear of tractor or front of telehandler. Offers. J Dixon Tel 07823 555210/01359 258034 (Suffolk)

JCB 2CX Air Master, 2100hrs, 2 pipe air compressor, 4 in 1 bucket, all good. £9,995+VAT. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

FORKLIFT/ TELEHANDLER MAN CAGE

For all your building maintenance HSE compliant

SHOTBLASTING gun c/w 20kg of shotblasting grit. £50. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

WALLACE 3t concrete mixer with Villiers petrol engine, sold as seen, for spares or repair, mixer OK but engine needs attention. £120+VAT. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

01531 820545

www.euroquip.net • sales@euroquip.net

NEW old stock Cherry X-Form BK30-80

feed fence/barrier, straight & in good condition, should bolt straight to your stanchions/metalwork, collect or courier. £270+VAT ono. G Parkes Tel 07855 288597 (Leicestershire) KW Farm Services feeder root chopper bucket, 2018, bucket is on JCB brackets, it is in working order but could do with a few new bearings. £3,000+VAT. B Key Tel 07788 413658 (Norfolk)

ROBIN DY23 diesel engine with pump, 2019, recently fitted to site tank but engine no longer required, excellent condition with very little use, 4.8hp single cylinder air cooled. 230cc. £1,000+VAT. B Sharp Tel 07917 127061 (Lincolnshire)

MATERIALS HANDLERS

FORKLIFT tipping skips, 10 available. £100+VAT each. C Banks Tel 07971 627574/01777 870246 (Nottinghamshire)

GRAIN MAIZE GAME FEED

Wide selection of complete new wheels/tyres – suit Deutz tractors range

MULTIONE 10.9 loader Avant 860i, 2020, 510hrs (still in regular use), multi function joystick, 3.2m boom, 2.1t lift, will work Avant attachment, 95L/min oil flow, fully weighted, 2spd 78hp Kohler, LEDs, diff lock, anti slip valve. £38,000+VAT ono. T Freeman Tel 07826 558944 (Suffolk)

CATERPILLAR forklift, in good working order, 2010, 6.5t. £6,000+VAT ono. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

MANITOU 634-120 LSU Turbo telescopic, 2010, 4100hrs, JCB Q-fit headstock, air seat, Michelin tyres, pallet tines, PUH, bucket available, owned for 11yrs, done virtually nothing for last 3.5yrs, excellent condition all round. £28,000 no VAT. R Lintott Tel 07799 473374 (Cornwall)

TWO 20' conveyors with 20" belts, runs on 3 phase & one motor brand, new only ran for 3hrs, both in average condition. £700+VAT ono. J Dalby Tel 07788 722165 (Warwickshire)

MANITOU 735 MLT Turbo teleporter, 11 plate, with air con, boom suspension, pick up hitch. £29,995+VAT. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

JCB JS130, 2003, 10656hrs, serviced by JCB Watling, next service due 11156, farm digger for last 15yrs, now retiring, 3 buckets included. £15,000 ono. M Taylor Tel 07831 810052 (Cambridgeshire)

LIEBHERR L538 loading shovel, only 5778hrs on the clock, with industrial quick hitch & third service, sold with no attachments, wide flotation tyres. £36,000+VAT ono. J Binning Tel 07765 064694 (Oxfordshire)

MILL & MIX

BENTALL roller mill 2031, single phase electric motor, gwo. £350 ono. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

ROLLER mill, single phase, mounted on stand. £100. J Odell Tel 01234 708383 (Bedfordshire)

Norris LB7 hammer mill with cyclone, new star/delta starter, steel pipe & fittings, new & used spare screens, 20hp, 15kW, 3 phase motor, good condition. £500+VAT. S Temple Tel 07789 750553 (Norfolk)

e: info@sas-agri.uk t: 01493 733211 07880 552295

BROWNS turnover yard scraper excellent condition with new rubber. D Marden Tel 07709 796147 (Surrey)

DOWDESWELL DPS 120 Series MA 4 + 1 furrow plough, in regular use. £1,450+VAT. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

LEMKEN semi mounted 8 furrow SMV plough, UCN bodies, old plough but built like a tank, in good condition, spares available on separate deal. £4,000+VAT. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

SUPPLIERS OF TRACTOR & WEARING PARTS, HARDWARE, CLOTHING ETC. FOR FARMERS GUIDE READERS

Tel: 01280 705202 Fax: 01280 704163 ALL IN ONE COUNTRY

COUNTRYMAN

07979 851358 (Essex)

KRONE Optimat 3t muck spreader, very good condition. £1,200+VAT. R Penn Tel 01508 499082 (Norfolk)

MALGAR slurry storage tank, 12m diameter x 3.6m high, hardly used, buyer to dismantle, pictures on request, located east Lincolnshire. Open to offers. M Mackinder Tel 07767 402460 (Lincolnshire) RICHARD Western slurry tanker, 1000 gal, for spares or repair. £400. G Watkins Tel 01473 658394/07876 585759 (Suffolk) PEST CONTROL Call GRAIN FUMIGATION GRAIN STORE TREATMENTS full coverage GRAIN MONITORING andRODENT CONTROL BEST PRICES for www.commandpestcontrol.co.uk

MF 7 leg chisel plough, good points, south Cambs. £750. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

DOWDESWELL DP7 4 furrow reversible plough, in good working order. Offers. J Dixon Tel 07823 555210/01359 258034 (Suffolk)

COMMAND PEST CONTROL 01787 248049

PLOUGHS

KVERNELAND hydraulic press arm & pipes, off LS85 plough, good condition. £400. R Rylott Tel 07951 008386 (Lincolnshire)

LEMKEN VariOpal 8 4 furrow rev plough (brackets for extra furrows), 2016, 200hp headstock, W52 bodies, skims, depth wheel, rear disc, variwidth 20–50cm, instruction & parts book, some spares, good condition, more pics available. £6,500+VAT. M Gemmill Tel 07779 223458 (Essex)

DOWDESWELL DP8 5th furrow beam extension, bolts onto a DP8 4 furrow plough making it into a 5 furrow or a 3 furrow into a 4 furrow, vgc & a hard to find item, sold as just the beam extension with no legs or mouldboards included. £180. J Jordan Tel 07535 990066 (Suffolk)

LEMKEN 2 furrow reversible plough. £250. J Odell Tel 01234 708383 (Bedfordshire)

LEMKEN DL110 3f hydraulic turnover c/w skimmers & depth wheel. £475. B King Tel 07712 334848 (Essex)

A DOWNING

DOWDESWELL DP7E 4+1 furrow plough, 14” furrows, good condition. £650 ono. R Rylott Tel 07951 008386 (Lincolnshire)

KVERNELAND DP27-70 double row furrow press, good condition, 2007. £995. R Rylott Tel 07951 008386 (Lincolnshire)

DOWDESWELL plough. £3,500+VAT ono. N Hamer Tel 07940 546327 (Shropshire)

POTATO EQUIPMENT

TONG 7461 potato grader, gwo, extra grading riddles, single phase electric, barn stored, selling due to retirement. £1,000. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

STRUIK 2 row potato topper, currently set for rear mounting, can be mounted on front of tractor, only been used for about 60 acres from new, in as good as new condition. £5,000+VAT. P Lakey Tel 07860 537973 (Lincolnshire)

MIEDEMA 550 Disco bulk hopper, in very good condition, stored under cover, only for sale as given up growing potatoes. P Lakey Tel 07860 537973 (Lincolnshire)

REEKIE Cleanflow 2000, in good working order, it is set up for 30" row width with a 45mm web & has a 4 man picking off table. £1,800+VAT. C Saunders Tel 07785 916008 (Cambridgeshire)

SECONDHAND potato boxes, approx 500 1.1T boxes, ages range from 2001–2010, selling due to change in storage policy, all boxes have been repaired where necessary this year. £30/box for fewer than 100, £25/box 100–200, £20/box 200+. O French Tel 07909 487741 (Norfolk)

REDUCE HARVESTING DAMAGE WITH RUBBER WEB COVERS

QUICKSPLICE WEB JOINERS

RUBBER GRADING SCREENS

PERFORATED RUBBER WASHER BELTS Tel: 028 9127 5913

Email: info@agri-web.co.uk

STRIMECH box rotator, JCB fittings, stored under cover, light use for seed potatoes, unused for 3yrs, very good condition. £2,150. W Hammond Tel 07778 620015 (Norfolk)

JOHN Deere 1800 universal display, c/w Autotrac & Swath Control Pro (section control) activations, 2014, very good condition. £2,199. C Lane Tel 07760 369492 (Northamptonshire)

£50. P Lakey Tel 07860 537973 (Lincolnshire)

GRIMME GT300 3 row potato harvester, 2013, double multi-sep, 2.2m wide, wide cart elevator, wheel drive, excellent condition. £27,500+VAT. B Blandford Tel 07973 424473 (Hereford)

PRECISION FARMING

SVEAVERKEN F100 autosteer guidance unit, 2024, new & complete, Isobus, tramlines, headland mapping, impl library, A+ line, support direct from tech team, multiple signal

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CLAAS ARION 420 CIS £38,500 2017, 40kph, 100hp, 5800hrs, 440/65 R24 fronts, 540/65 R34 rears, 2 spools, FL100 loader, air con, PUH, cab suspension, FL100 CL-A3201536.B

CLAAS ARION 430 CIS £35,000 2020, 3779hrs

CL-A5305148.A

CLAAS AXION 850 £95,000 2021, 50kph, AdBlue, 4500hrs, 600/70R30 fronts, 710/70R42 rears, 4 spools, f/susp & linkage, GPS steering, a/c, Isobus, a/brakes, PUH, Power Beyond, cab susp, Maxicare Protect to 9.9.25 or 5000hrs CL-A5101450.B

CLAAS AXION 830 £119,000 2021, CMatic Cebis, 50kph, 235hp, AdBlue, 1272hrs, 600 fronts, 710 rears, 4 spools, f/susp & linkage, Eco PTO, GPS steering, air con, Isobus, air brakes, electric hyd, PUH, Power Beyond, cab susp CL-A5100996.A

MASSEY FERGUSON 7726 £62,500 2019, 50kph, 260hp, AdBlue, 5545hrs, 600/65R30 fronts, 650/75R38 rears, 4 spools, f/susp, front PTO, front linkage, GPS steering, a/c, air brakes, electric hyd, PUH MF-XEX68E43LA21C.A

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CASE diesel filter (original), part no J800394, to fit Cummings engine, £25. A Dunham Tel 07767 248412 (Cambridgeshire)

KIOTI K9 cylinder head, plus a few other engine parts. £125. A Dunham Tel 07767 248412 (Cambridgeshire)

SPRAYERS

SPRAYTEC LTD

Sprayer Specialists in the Eastern & Southern Counties

Crop & Amenity Sprayer Specialist

Sprayer Specialist in the Eastern & Southern Counties New and used sprayers and parts stocked for:

Boston Crop Sprayers Ltd

incorporating VASSGRO SPRAYERS

Agricultural Application Machinery Specialists

Landquip

SPRAYER & SLUG APPLICATOR NSTS TESTING AT OUR LOCATIONS OR ON SITE FULL ON FARM SERVICE & REPAIR Main Agents for TEAM HYPRO TEEJET RDS ENDURAMAXX DUAL PUMPS

LARGE STOCKS OF PPE AVAILABLE

LANDQUIP SPRAYERS SALES & SERVICE NOW AVAILABLE

Contact Richard Dix 07770 331587

BOSTON 01205 722 240

WISBECH 01945 461 181

BEDFORD 01525 841 923

www.bostoncropsprayersltd.co.uk

SANDS SL4000 12–24m, 380/85R28 narrow tyres, 800/45-26.5 wide tyres, quick fill pump, 2002. R Creasey Tel 07986 165132/01526 860228 (Lincolnshire)

HARDI 3 point linkage mounted sprayer, 20m, 1000L, hydraulic fold, raise & lower induction hopper. £1,100+VAT ono. K Ollett Tel 01359 270047 (Suffolk)

CHALLENGER Spra Coupe 4450, 24m triplet nozzles, 1500L tank, Perkins engine, in working order, used last year, has been barn stored, very light sprayer, 2 sets of rear wheels, rare interesting machine! £5,000+VAT ono. J Bedlow Tel 07895 093680 (Cambridgeshire)

ATV/COMPACT tractor sprayer low drift boom by Quad X, top of the range with galvanised boom shields, retails around £450, c/w nozzles & pipework ready to connect up. £160. J Jordan Tel 07535 990066 (Suffolk)

HOUSEHAM AR3600, 2008, 5568hrs, 2 sets of tyres with good tread, rear camera, well maintained machine, location is Lincolnshire. £37,500+VAT. J Pears Tel 07733 033214 (Leicestershire)

Berthoud • Househam Chafer • Agrifac and most other makes Hypro • Teejet • Lechler Altek • RDS • Dual Pumps Enduramaxx • Stocks Fan Jet

SPRAYER, SLUG PELLET AND GRANULAR APPLICATOR TESTING

Contacts:

Robert Webb: 07860 801322

Anthony Williams: 07711 947189 Phil Ramsey: 07934 799628

2005 SprayCare 24m trailed sprayer, 3000L tank, hydraulic folding booms, electric in cab controls, two sets of wheels, very tidy sprayer. POA. J Buxton Tel 07870 490159 (Norfolk)

2013 QuadX/Blaney weedwiper, 100L tank, 2013, 2.4m w/width, carpeted roller, height adjust, ATV/ pickup tow, adjust rate c/w control box, nozzles apply to roller when beam broken between magic eyes, NSTS tested till 2027, done little work. £2,750+VAT. G Parkes Tel 07855 288597 (Leicestershire)

BERTHOUD Elyte, 24m boom, 1200L r/tank, 1000L f/tank, induction hopper (transfers to front), DP Tronic control box, Quadrex nozzle holders, MOT June 25, 100L rinse tank, hand wash tank, locker, instruction books, photos available, gc. £6,500+VAT. M Gemmill Tel 07779 223458 (Essex)

Andy Gemmill: 07802 336880

spraytecltd@btinternet.com www.spraytecltd.co.uk

Tel 07931 372095 (Norfolk)

BATEMAN RB35 36m VG boom extensions, 2 x 6m sections, 2 x 4m sections, 2 x 2m break backs, c/w 28mm spray lines, single nozzle bodies with air chem savers, hydraulic hoses, air lines & bout marker hoses, with QR couplings, good cond. £6,000+VAT ono. I Harding Tel 07802 385559/01845 567891 (North Yorkshire)

CASE

2018 Case Puma 165, 3279 Hours, Powershift 50kph + air brakes, front and cab suspension, 3 electric spools, 3 speed PTO, LED work lights, big screen, deluxe seat, exhaust brake, front tyres 480/65R28 70%, rear tyres 600/65R38 .......................... £53,000

2021 Case Optum 300 CVX, 2135hrs, GPS ready, front linkage + SCV 900 tyres, 5 spool valves £117,000

December 2020

Case Quantum 110N, 2232hrs, 40kph, front linkage & PTO, electric hydraulics, 4 rear electric spool valves, 3 mid mount spool valves, front tyres 280/70x16 75%, rear tyres 360/70x28 75%, immaculate............... £34,000

February 2022

Case Puma 240 CVX, 3499hrs, front linkage & PTO, full RTK guidance, super deluxe seat, climate control, front weight, mid mount valves, front tyres 600/60x30 35%, rear tyres 710/60x42 60%, this tractor has everything you can think of, including heated rear screen . £95,000

2021 Case Puma 200 CVX, 4227 Hours, Front Linkage, 1 Hydraulic Front Service, Power Beyond, Hydraulic Top Link, 4 Speed PTO, Guidance Ready, Deluxe Seat, Front Tyres 600/65x28 70%, Rear Tyres 650/70x38 80%, very tidy tractor ................................... £71,000

2018 Case Quantum 110F, 985hrs, front weights, front tyres 380/75x20 Michelin, rear tyres 540/65x28 Michelin, all NEW tyres ......£26,000

NEW HOLLAND

2023 New Holland T8.435 SmartTrax, 275hrs, front linkage, 1 front service, front suspension, full guidance. air brakes, 5 rear spool valves, CAT 5 drawbar, PLM telematics, cab luxe pack, tyres 650/65x34 Michelin, 30” tracks .........................................................£215,000

FENDT

2020 Fendt 933 Profi Plus, 5400hrs, brand new wheels & tyres, linkage never been used, still in WARRANTY till 6000hrs, only ever pulled a potato harvester ........................................ POA

JOHN DEERE

2008 John Deere 6830 Premium, 5334hrs, 40kph, TLS, cab suspension, seat cover fitted, rear wheels slightly rusty, front tyres 420/85x28 10% BKT, rear tyres 520/85x38 99% BKT, rest of the tractor very very tidy..................£37,500

2020 John Deere 6130M with 623R Loader, 3750hrs, 50kph, front & cab suspension, front brakes, 480 & 600 tyres, absolutely immaculate .........................................£58,000

MASSEY FERGUSON

2011 Massey Ferguson 6480, 8137hrs, 50kph, front linkage, front service, air brakes, Datavision, front tyres 480/65x28 40%, rear tyres 600/65x38 95%, some rust on wheels, good running tractor............................£31,000

DEUTZ

2017 Deutz 5090G, 1610hrs, on grass tyres, 2 speed PTO, 2 manual spools, a/c ........£25,500

2009 Deutz 620 Agrotron Profi Line, 4910hrs, 50kph, front & cab suspension, 1000 Kilogramme front weight, front tyres 420/85x28 95%, rear tyres 520/85x38 95%, almost immaculate ..............................£29,500

2009 Deutz 620 Agrotron Profi Line, 4910hrs, immaculate

2011 Massey Ferguson 6480, 8137hrs

2023 New Holland T8.435 SmartTrax, 275hrs

2018 Case Quantum 110F, 985hrs, New Tyres

JOHN DEERE 6210R 2013, 4571hrs, Direct Drive 40kph, 710/70R42 – 600/70/ R28, front & cab suspension.

Stk No. 81078209 POA

SUMO DTS4 2014, 1097ha, New legs & discs, control box, preemergence markers, most common metering cassettes.

Stk No. A1074963 £24,000

£4,150

SUMO LDS4 2014, hydraulic folding, front discs, 8 x legs, rear packer.

Stk No. B1072382 £18,500

BEET HARVESTERS TIM & THYREGOD 2–3 ROW

Beet buckets – choice of standard & toe tip

BEET CLEANERS – CHOICE OF CTM & TODD with picking tables etc

VOGEL NOOT 5 FURROW PLOUGH WITH PRESS

S-950 manual vari width & hydraulic press arm

TERRADISC CULTIVATORS 3 & 4M

Dutch & combination harrows – 3 to 6m

BOMFORD 8M VIBROFLEX HYDRAULIC FOLD

Dalso 6m hyd/fold pigtail cultivator with rear discs

FLAT LIFTS – SUBSOILERS 2 TO 5 LEG

Westfield 3 phase 10” grain auger x approx 42’

STAINLESS STEEL WATER/FERTILISER BOWSERS

Choice of 10,000 - 18,000 - 25,000 litres on air or hyd brakes

6T LOW LOADER – HYD LOWERING REAR AXLE

12 ton Marston tipping / flat trailer with lift off side

14T LARRINGTON ROOT CROP AIR/HYD BRAKES

Griffiths 28’ flat trailer with steel floor & front/rear ladders

14T ALLOY LORRY CONVERSION – ROLL SHEET

Pettit grain trailers 5 & 12 ton very old and very good

50’ NEAN COMBINE / MACHINERY TRAILER

full MOT wells & outriggers on air with rear lift – choice of 2

s/beet drills cleaners & trailing tanker harvesters 2 & 3 row

JCB 4220 2017, 4914hrs, Vario 60kph transmission, 600/70R30, Field Pro pack, front linkage, LED lights.

Stk No. C1065691 POA

JOHN DEERE XUV855D 2016, 2470hrs, full cab with net cargo doors, Maxxis Bighorn tyres, power steering. Stk No. 21071566 £12,500

JOHN DEERE 6120M 2023, 91hrs Autopower 40kph, 540/65R34 - 440/65R24, Commandarm, front suspension, front linkage & PTO, Autotrac ready. PREMIUM USED MACHINE

Stk No. A1076670 £98,000

JOHN DEERE 750A 2023, 6m, 31x15.5-15 8PR tyres, spoked gauge wheels, serrated closing wheels, side markers, Greenstar/ISOBUS control.

Stk No. 11072923 POA

GREGOIRE BESSON SPB9 2008, 7 furrow plough, skimmers.

Stk No. 81078205

JOHN DEERE 9600I SPFH 2019, 2049Ehrs/1254Dhrs, 40kph transmission, 710/70R42– 620/70R30, c/w Kemper 375 Plus, 300F support wheel & 639 grass pickup.

Stk No. C1071439 POA

JOHN DEERE 8500I SPFH 2019, 2259Ehrs/1502Dhrs, ProDrive transmission, 710/70R42– 500/85R30, Autofill, Harvest lab, c/w 360 Plus header.

Stk No. 11073254 POA

JOHN DEERE 9620RX 2017, 4600hrs, Powershift 30kph, 30-inch tracks, 5 x electric SCV’s, rear 3-point linkage & PTO, leather seat, LED lights.

Stk No. 71074070 £249,000

Stk No. B1075572

CLAAS ARION 620 2012, 5482hrs, 50kph Powershift, 520/85R38420/85R28, front & cab suspension.

Stk No. C1077071 POA

DEERE XUV865M 2018, 965hrs,

JOHN

full cab with doors, split bench seat, Maxxis Bighorn tyres, power tip buck.

BATEMAN RB35, 2013, 4000L tank, 24m VG boom, Twin 400l/min pumps, 3" fast fill pump, AgLeader Integra 12” HD monitor, 10 section auto-swath section control, 380/85R34 Michelin Yieldbib rowcrops, 750/50R30.5 Trelleborg LGP wheels. £40,000+VAT ono. I Harding Tel 07802 385559/01845 567891 (North Yorkshire)

BATEMAN RB55, 2012, approx 10,305hrs, JD Tier3 275hp engine, 36m VG boom (12/24/36), 5100L stainless steel tank, tidy sprayer, genuine reason for sale due to upgrade. £47,500+VAT.

C Brown Tel 07850 601198 (Cambridgeshire)

2021 Team Leader 3, 3000L tank, steering drawbar, 24/27m boom with recirculation, Muller Trac Guide 3, section control with automatic shut off & self levelling. £22,500. J Claydon Tel 07747 775170 (Norfolk)

SPREADERS

BOGBALLE M2W Plus 3300L, 2013, Icon controller, E6T & E2T vanes, 2013, washed down every day & oiled end of season. £3,750+VAT. T Green Tel 07931 372095 (Norfolk)

AGRI SPRAY

AGRICULTURAL SPRAYERS SALES SERVICE SPARES

GEM 24m mounted sprayer, 1100L tank, induction bowl, RDS rate controller, 11 months MOT, ready to go. N Cobbold Tel 07776 220237 (Suffolk)

CHAFER Sentry 6000, 2012, 6000L, 12/24/36 & 32m sections, rowcrops, flotations, fast fill, auto shut off, mapping, ISO, Muller control box, auto boom height, steering axle, twin lines, MOT. £22,500+VAT. M Sutton Tel 07970 658813 (Warwickshire)

BATEMAN RB35, 2015, 4000L tank, 24m VG boom, twin 400l/ min pumps, 3" fast fill pump, AgLeader Integra 12" HD monitor, 10 section auto-swath control, 420/85R34 Michelin Yieldbib rowcrops, 750/50R30.5 Trelleborg LGP wheels. £70,000+VAT ono. I Harding Tel 07802 385559/01845 567891 (North Yorkshire)

BATEMAN RB25, 2000, 24m booms, bout markers, Trimble EZGuide 250, 2 sets of wheels, twin spray lines, air con, air seat, good working order. £15,500+VAT ono. T Marsh Tel 01983 523463 (Isle of Wight)

Richardson Machinery Sales Ltd

AMAZONE 902 fertiliser spreader. £800+VAT ono. D Smart Tel 01223 861482 (Cambridgeshire)

KRM MW2 spreader, c/w Patchwork controller, always barn stored, v tidy condition. £5,000+VAT ovno. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

LELY 3cwt fertiliser seeder/spreader, c/w good hopper, gwo. £100 ono. A Phillipson Tel 01777 702815 (Nottinghamshire)

£40,950

John Deere 750A 3m Direct Drill 2020, vgc, Stocks Turbojet seeder, Isobus

Tel: 07599 552864

SANDS Vision 4000E, 2012 9040hrs, 24m twin line boom, 2 sets wheels 320/85R38 & Michelin XeoBib VF 600/60R28, Ag Leader auto shut-off & light bar steering guide, r/cam, extra s/s clean water tank, 12mths NSTS, maintained by Sands, gc. £36,000+VAT.

O Cobbald Tel 07715 749006 (Essex)

KUHN Aero 2224, new clutch & pump, LED feed sensors, ready to work, micro & fert rollers, LED lights, spares, used Aug 24, NSTS 2022, videos available. £6,000. A Pearce Tel 07801 151476/01296 612448 (Buckinghamshire)

AMAZONE pneumatic 12m air seed/ fertiliser spreader, one owner from new, never used for fertiliser, tractor half of PTO shaft missing, good condition. £150+VAT. S Temple Tel 07789 750553 (Norfolk)

JOHN DEERE 5115M c/w JD 543R loader, 2018, 4134hrs

ISEKI 3265

hrs

RICHARD WESTERN SF18

PLUS SILAGE TRAILER Hydraulic lift over sheet

RICHARD WESTERN SF16 HS PLUS GRAIN TRAILER Air & hydraulic brakes

MASSEY 2190 BALER 2008, latest bale count 60670, ready to work JCB

NEW SPEARHEAD MULTICUT

PROLINE 2024 model, 6 blades per rotor

UNUSED OPICO 6M FOLDING GRASS HARROW.

Quality used equipment specialist in East Anglia & East Midlands! Over 700 used machinery items on our website: benburgess.co.uk

JD 8RX370 ’23, 1789 hrs, AutoPowr 40k, 5 ESCVs, warranty to 3000 hours/2026

£TBC REF: 11085312

JD 8370R ’20, 6100 hrs, AutoPowr 50k, cab suspension, prem radio, PUH

£138,000 REF: 71097598

JD X91100, 574 hrs, ProDrive XL 40K, HD40X header and trolley, 4600 CC

£595,000 REF: 91096498

Kramer KT559 ’23, ex-hire, 1,239 hrs, EcoSpeed 40K, air seat and radio

£108,000 REF: 11088968

GRIMME REXOR 6200 ’19, 6 rows, walking shares, 20t bunker, front topper, £245,000 REF: 31093845

JD 8RX370 ’23, 706 hrs, AutoPowr 40k, CommandPro, 5 ESCVs, 4600 cc

£280,000 REF: 11085311

JD 7R350 ’23, new, AutoPowr 50k, CommandPro, 5 ESCVs, AutoTrac

£250,000 REF: A1026059

JD T660 23’, ex-hire, ProDrive 30k, 2630 Display, 730X header and trolley

£275,000 REF: 11085692

Kramer KT407 ’23, ex-hire, 272 hrs, EcoSpeed 40K, air seat and radio

£94,500 REF: 21088817

KUHN GA 15131 ’18, good condition, 4 rotors single axle,

£21,750 REF: 91098618

JD 8RX370 ’24, new, AutoPowr 40k, CommandPro, 5 prem ESCVs, 4600 CC

£355,000 REF: 11094933

JD 8R410 ’23, 928 hrs, E23 50K, ils, air seat, 5 prem ESCVs, ACS-2, 4600 CC

£239,500 REF: 11088837

JD 6R250 ’23, 997 hrs, ex-hire, AutoPowr 50k, 4 SCVs, CommandArm, elec mirrors

£160,000 REF: B1025729

JD T670HM ’23, ex-demo, HillMaster, ProDrive 40k, 730X, 11,000l tank

£315,000 REF: 51089636

Kramer KT457 ’23, ex-hire, 277 hrs, EcoSpeed 40K, air seat and radio

£90,000 REF: B1025357

GT BUNNING MSL150HBD ’18, hyd boarder control, weigh cells

£45,000 REF: 11099008

All prices subject to VAT and accurate at the time of printing

JD 8RX410 ’23, 1123 hrs, E23 40k, air seat, 5 prem ESCVs, 4600 CC

£330,000 REF: 81096465

JD 8R410 ’23, 2046 hrs, E23 50K, ils, Ultimate Comfort Pack, 5 prem ESCVs

£232,000 REF: 11088826

JD 6215R ’20, 3884 hrs, DirectDrive 50k, 4 SCVs, E-Joystick, TLS + Cab susp

£88,250 REF: 51093390

JD T560 ’20, 470 hrs, ProDrive 40k, Harvest Monitor, Dual Range Drive

£147,500 REF: 11097967

Kramer KT407 ’23, ex-hire, 570 hrs, EcoSpeed 40K, air seat and radio

£87,000 REF: 11088820

KUHN AXIS 40.2HEMC ’24, new, 30-42M working width, 1800l hopper extension

£TBC REF: 11098016

NEW

SUMO LDS 4m Low Disturbance subsoiler, 2019, 4m hydraulic folding, 8 legs c/w new points, auto reset, front leading discs, good packer, very good condition, delivery possible. £17,950+VAT. T Chugg Tel 07980 240592 (Worcestershire)

BROWNS twin leg subsoiler, good condition. £1,500 ono. S Wharton Tel 07901 552443/01379 676296 (Norfolk)

KONGSKILDE 3m Delta cultivator, twin rollers, good condition. £4,000 ono. S Wharton Tel 07901 552443/01379 676296 (Norfolk)

good genuine condition machine with massive output. £19,750+VAT. L Shaw Tel 07903 601099 (Bedfordshire)

KONGSKILDE SGC Super Q 5m spring tine cultivator, vgc. £4,500 ono. S Wharton Tel 07901 552443/01379 676296 (Norfolk)

VADERSTAD 3m Topdown with Biodrill 180, good condition, good roller, will split Biodrill away if required. Topdown £20,000+VAT ovno, Biodrill £3,000+VAT ovno. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

SIMBA 2B discs, old but always reliable. £2,500+VAT ovno. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

VADERSTAD 4.5m Rexius Twin press, very good condition, sale due to change in farming policy. £12,500+VAT ovno. R Garner Tel 07767 418452 (Norfolk)

TRIPLE gang Cambridge rolls, working order, selling due to retirement. £350+VAT ono. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

LELY 4m power harrow with

Lely 4m drill. £3,000+VAT ono. R Hollingworth Tel 07850 248032 (Nottinghamshire)

DALBO 6m hydraulic folding rolls, working order. £1,650+VAT ono. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

COUSINS

Contour HD HZ Rollers

In stock at Writtle Farm Machinery. 12.4m, 24" + breakers. Top quality British built machines

More photos and detail at www.writtlefarmmachinery.co.uk

07748 004794 01245 442224

GALUCHO 3.5m cultivator, good condition, ready for work. £1,950 ono. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

COUSINS Landpacker, good condition. 32” rings. £1,000, can arrange delivery. L Patchett Tel 07719 742598 (East Yorkshire)

SUMO Trio, 2012, 3m, still on original legs & discs, good bright paintwork, vgc, selling due to change in business direction. R Lee Tel 07725 097364 (North Yorkshire)

HEAVY duty 5'6" flat roll, 28" x 3" rims on 2" shaft, 16 rims in total, frame is broken so for spares or repair. £250 ono. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

07748 004794 01245 442224 Full spec at www.writtlefarmmachinery.co.uk

KUBOTA B1610 compact tractor, 1020hrs, used on allotments, vgc. £6,000 ono. D Smart Tel 01223 861482 (Cambridgeshire)

JOHN Deere 6600, 1995, 5050hrs, in good condition, 40K, front linkage, push out hitch, 3 spools, will go straight to work, ideal collector's tractor. £19,950+VAT ono. W Rogers Tel 07951 419138 (Shropshire)

2016, 5300hrs, Dyna VT Exclusive, front links

FENDT 516 Power Plus, f/link 4 spools (1 to F & R) Michelin Xeobib tyres 710/60R38 & 600/60R28 @60%, 900kg wts, f/660kg wheel, IsoBus autosteer ready, other specs to Power Plus, wty to Mar 2025/2500hrs dealer serviced, pics available. £85,000+VAT. M Gemmill Tel 07779 223458 (Essex)

FENDT 818, 2007, 10,360hrs, front linkage, hydraulic top link, 4 rear spools, LED rear work lights (UTV lights) front tyres 540/65-R30 40%, rears 650/65-R42 40%, 1 owner, from an arable farm, good condition. £37,500+VAT. L Shaw Tel 07903 601099 (Bedfordshire)

CASE International 895 Stockman Special, in good working order, good tyres. £5,500+VAT. C Anderson Tel 07795 113312/07809 406040 (Cambridgeshire)

STEELFAB 802 loader, quick hitch with 3 line spool & 5'6" bucket, Ford fittings & bolts, good working order. B Gould Tel 01638 663310/07894 470640 (Suffolk)

ZETOR 8540 4wd, 1999, 80hp, V5C, Jubilee monitor, weights, 3 spools, hyd valve for trailer brakes, recently had engine recon, fuel pump, injectors, crankshaft reground, new oil pump, clutch, compressor, small farm, retirement sale. £14,000+VAT. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

FENDT 516 Power Plus, 2020, f/link, 4 spools (1 to F&R) Michelin Xeobib R 710/60R38 60% F 600/60R28 60%, wts 900kg f/660kg w/wt, IsoBus, autosteer, other specs to Power Plus level, wty to Mar 2025/2500hrs, dealer serviced pics available. £85,000+VAT. M Gemmill Tel 07779 223458 (Essex)

John Deere 6420 Powerquad

£27,500+VAT

40kph, L/H shuttle, TLS f/axle susp, a/c cab, a/susp seat, sun roof, 3 double acting manual spool valves, 540/540E & 1000 PTO speeds, 9533hrs, hyd telescopic PUH, Quicke Q960 s/lev fore end loader with joystick control, Smooth Ride susp, Euro 8 Quick hitch, elec hyd 3rd service, 60% tyres all round, full service 10hrs ago, mint cond inside & out, best you will find, really lovely tractor, delivery available

info@jamesmurrell.co.uk 01603 712222 Norwich, Norfolk www.jmurrell.co.uk

VARIOUS tractor front & wheel weights. £40 each ono. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

FORD 8210 4wd tractor, 1990 G reg, drawbar, front fenders, in good condition, a nice straight tractor,

SAME tractor 60hp Minitaurus, in good working order, starts on the key, a lot of hp for your money. C Anderson Tel 07795 113312/07809 406040 (Cambridgeshire)

D.W.TOMLIN front linkage for NH T6, but may fit others, south Cambs. £775. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

JOHN Deere front weights, 10 x 50kg wafer weights & 1 x 110kg tombstone weight carrier, south Cambs. £875+VAT. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

LAMBORGHINI 956 (or similar) wafer weights (6). £150. A Phillipson Tel 01777 702815 (Nottinghamshire)

JOHN Deere wafer weights, 4 x 5kg. £160. A Phillipson Tel 01777 702815 (Nottinghamshire)

CASE IH JXU 105, 2010, 2wd, air con, air seat, 2 manual spools, full spec tractor, nearly new rear tyres, hook ends, 30K gearbox, no faults, excellent condition, very genuine tractor, 4400hrs. £22,500+VAT. S Powell Tel 07970 504749 (Gloucestershire)

screen Gen 4 Prem Act 3.0, Premium lights, H4 road light, dual beacon, electric mirrors, 155 L/min, hyd top link, warranty to 3750hrs. J Rogers Tel 07971 234126/01432 870216 (Hereford) 23 reg, 700hrs,

Michelin tyres, manual gears, second owners, from mainly arable farm, weights not included, excellent. £32,500+VAT ono. D Brake Tel 07927 008505 (Wiltshire)

MASSEY Ferguson 6499, genuine 6300hrs, 04 reg, 4 speed Dynashift Datatronic, front linkage, two owners from new, very tidy tractor. £27,500. C Hodgson Tel 07809 465333 (County Durham)

JOHN Deere 6150R, 50k, front linkage, Autopower Command Arm, 7700hrs. £46,000+VAT. J Bussey Tel 07899 884371 (Suffolk)

New Holland T6.155

2022, 965hrs, Electro Command, 40km/h, creep speed, APUH, cab susp, 8 LED w/lights, 3 speed PTO, hi vis roof, 90mm lift rams, 3 mech remotes, fender controls, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, large fuel tank, a/c, weight pack with clevis, 420/85R38 & 340/85R28

New Holland T7.210 2022, Auto Command, 924hrs, Sidewinder, 140L/min, 8 LED w/lights, cab & f/susp, 3 speed PTO, 150A alternator, a/brakes, 4 e/remote valves, fender controls, hi mount road lights, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, telematics, Intelliview IV, 110mm lift rams, Vredestein 650/65R38 & 540/65R28

New Holland T7.260 2022, PowerCommand, 1129hrs, 140L/min, 8 LED w/lights, cab & f/susp, 3 speed PTO, 150A alternator, a/brakes, Classic spec, 4 mech remote valves, fender controls, hi mount road lights, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, telematics, 110mm lift rams, f/linkage, Firestone 650/65R42 & 540/65R30

Kuhn L6000 Cultimer HD-Liner unused, 6m trailed cultivator, 19 tines with mechanical safety, 19 x 80mm carbide share, 19 x 350mm carbide wings front control depth wheels, smooth leveling discs, 600mm HD-Liner roller 2 x 3m,

New Holland T6.175 2023, 552hrs, Dynamic Command, 50km/h, APUH, cab susp, 8 LED w/lights, 3 speed PTO, hi vis roof, 90mm lift rams, 4 mech remotes, fender controls, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, large fuel tank, a/c, Bridgestone 460/85R38 and 420/70 R28

New Holland T7.225 2023, Auto Command, 1005hrs, Sidewinder, 140L/min, 8 LED w/lights, cab & f/susp, 3 speed PTO, 150A alternator, f/linkage w/joystick, a/brakes, 4 e/remote valves, fender controls, hi mount road lights, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, telematics, Intelliview IV, 110mm lift rams, GPS ready, F/stone 600/65R38 & 480/65R28

Merlo Turbo Farmer 35.7-140

2024, unused, Deutz 140hp engine, pallet forks, boom suspension, air conditioning, Grammer air seat, hydraulic pick up hitch, trailer braking, LED lights 405/70R24 tyres

Hi-Spec 4000 TD-S

2022, unused, 18,886L capacity, 50mm swivel ring hitch, sprung drawbar, 11000 Jurop pump, hydraulic & air brakes, 650/55R26.5 tyres, LED strobe beacon, LED road lights, 3 point linkage brackets

New Holland T7.210 Classic 2023, Range Command, 704hrs, 110L/min, 8 LED w/lights, 50km/h, cab & f/susp, 3 speed PTO, 150A alternator,

100mm lift rams, Maxam 650/65R38 & 540/65R28

New Holland T7.245

2023, Power Command, 1266hrs, Classic, 20L/min, 8 LED w/lights, cab & f/susp, 4 speed PTO, 150A alternator, a/brakes, 4 mech remote valves, fender controls, hi mount road lights, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, telematics, Intelliview IV, 110mm lift rams, f/inkage, Michelin 650/65R42 & 540/65R30

a/brakes, 4 mech remote valves, fender controls, hi mount road lights, bluetooth radio, dynamic f/fenders, telematics,

Merlo, P27.6 Plus 2024, unused, Kohler 75hp engine, pallet forks, air conditioning, air seat, trailer hitch, boom suspension, 12/75 R18 tyres

mechanical roller adjustment, hyd brakes, road lights

2020 Polaris Ranger diesel, 1968hrs, 3 seats, road legal, Kubota engine, 720kg payload

Polaris Sportsman 570 2023, unused, petrol, 25” tyres, on demand 4wd, LED lights, road package, 680kg towing capacity, ball hitch, front & rear rack

2018

2017, 6600hrs, Dyna VT Exclusive, front links, Trimble guidance receiver,

brakes PAIR of Quicke loader brackets to fit 5610, 6610 & 7610, can be extended to fit 7810. £485 no VAT. M Lewis Tel 07422 668416 (Powys)

KUBOTA L5030 GST, 5418hrs, 52hp, 2006, 4wd, 12spd shuttle gearbox plus creeper box, 95% Bridgestone Agric tyres, a/c, PUH, Cat 1 lift arms, 2 spools, weight frame, 58” wide, tidy, ready for work, 15mins from Dartford Crossing. £12,250+VAT. A Tickle Tel 07900 558964/01474 871527 (Kent)

JOHN Deere 7530, 5800hrs, Autopower 50k, front linkage & PTO, loader brackets will be removed. £63,000+VAT. J Bussey Tel 07899 884371 (Suffolk)

1992 Case 956XL, has been restored externally & is an excellent example of a popular tractor, working hour clock shows approx 6700hrs, new front tyres, runs & drives well. £16,500 no VAT. I Woodward Tel 07960 866025 (Leicestershire)

CASE Puma 240 AFS CVX, 2022, 1700hrs, excellent condition, tyres 60%. £56,000+VAT. L Finch Tel 07850 589060 (Essex)

NEW Holland Boomer 25 compact tractor, 2021, 143hrs, 25hp, 4wd, in excellent condition, collection from our farm in Perth, payment on collection by cash/bacs please, can deliver within 30mls FOC or at a cost nationwide. £6,200 ono. A Diehl Tel 07917 920272 (Perth & Kinross)

CAT 55 crawler, with front linkage. £18,000+VAT. A Haste Tel 07740 257282 (Suffolk)

JOHN Deere 1950, 1992, 9162hrs, has been well looked after & is in good condition inside & out, has V5, good condition. £11,000+VAT. T Schembri Tel 07919 624032 (Essex)

CASE Puma 240 CVX, 2020,5200hrs, very good condition throughout. £62,500+VAT ono. L Finch Tel 07850 589060 (Essex)

SOLID artic trailer, good metal floor, super singles tyres, selling due to retirement. £650+VAT. S Pulford Tel 07979 851358 (Essex)

£124,000

Thames Valley Machinery

www.tvmachinery.com 07764 835562

TRAILERS

45-FOOT Tautliner trailer £1,995+VAT. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

TRAILER for sale, four good tyres. £1,500 ono. K Ollett Tel 07753 859883 (Suffolk)

IFOR Williams P8G 5’ height trailer, owned from new 2014, lightly used, excellent condition, c/w original handbook & wheel lock, spare wheel never used, selling as need space & no longer keeping pigs, very useful trailer & nice to tow. £2,500. J Payne Tel 07881 503146 (Warwickshire)

KRAKER walking floor trailer, MOT, weigher, sheet, 120 yard, very clean, light use. £19,995+VAT.

R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

and/or

SALOP 9t trailer, good tyres/tips well, south Cambs. £2,250+VAT. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

TIPPING 3t trailer, good condition, with metal floor, suitable for stable yard. £750 ono. J Odell Tel 01234 708383 (Bedfordshire)

TIPPING trailer, good condition, wooden sides & floor, ideal for stable yard, holds 3t. £850 ono. J Odell Tel 01234 708383 (Bedfordshire)

BAILEY 2.5/3T tipping trailer, 2018, double plated floor, trailer brakes, great condition as had minimal use, ideal as a muck trailer (livery yard/farms) or general use. £3,500 no VAT. K Carr Tel 07867 970121 (Northamptonshire)

PORTEQUIP 26' bale trailer, hay ladders, 8 stud super singles, hydraulic brakes, strap box, good condition, had little use. £6,300+VAT. D Pither Tel 01452 864714 (Gloucestershire)

MERRICK Loggin 18t trailer, ideal muck trailer with high sides, lights & brakes work, few small holes in top of tailgate, but apart from that all good, south Cambs. £5,000+VAT. L Farrer Tel 07766 084808 (Cambridgeshire)

TWO genuine Ifor Williams hub/drum assemblies KS0827 DP120G, 250x40 brake 5 stud, brand new/unused or fitted, bought to renew our DP120’s hubs, but had to replace the entire axle which comes with hubs/backplates attached, can be couriered. £244+VAT. G Parkes Tel 07855 288597 (Leicestershire)

RICHARD Western 10t grain trailer, c/w grain chute, stored under cover. £3,500+VAT. D Brake Tel 07927 008505 (Wiltshire)

SMALL tipping trailer with dropped tailboard plus front board, 6' x 4', in very good condition, always stored under cover. £850. T Bensley Tel 01354 695455 (Cambridgeshire)

LOGIC SST ATV trailer, galvanised with wooden floor & removable wooden tailboard, flotation tyres 22x11x8, light use, excellent condition. £415 no VAT. R Lintott Tel 07799 473374/01566 471493 (Cornwall)

Your local East Anglian dealer for Graham Edwards

Complete range available:-

Flatbed Trailers Tipping Trailer Livestock/ Cattle Trailers

CHERRY Products tandem axle 16T monocoque grain trailer, super singles, air & hydraulic brakes, grain hatch & rear tow bar, S Lincs. £6,750. J Weston Tel 07803 270448 (Lincolnshire)

3-TON hydraulic tipping trailer, strong steel construction, hydraulics in working order, tyres & sides all good, just needs a new floor, been kept under cover, retirement sale, fair condition, 1960s. D Hodgson Tel 07591 236518 (Lincolnshire)

IFOR Williams LM126 trailer, 3500kg, 2014, good tyres. £2,200+VAT. S Gray Tel 07785 937779 (Norfolk)

IFOR Williams twin leaf parabolic spring, part number C90002 (now C90004) & spring eye spacer C20340, been on the shelf for years, new & unused, no longer required, some light surface rust, suits DP120G trailer, can be couriered. £50+VAT. G Parkes Tel 07855 288597 (Leicestershire)

IFOR Williams cattle trailer, 10' long, unfinished project, all metal body & metal gates, in good order, however needs work on/new hitch, brakes, lights, decent tyres, c/w brand new mudguards, ring for more details & photos. £1,100. H Rutter Tel 01507 466860/07729 315750 (Lincolnshire)

EX-HGV flatbed artic trailers (2), 44', wooden floor, tri-axle, 5th wheel dolly, air brakes, air suspension, both have 1 seized brake calliper, good tyres. £2,500+VAT. M Sutton Tel 07970 658813 (Warwickshire)

BAILEY 14T grain trailer 2015, roll over sheet, arched window, hyd door, grain chute, rev lights with extra lights on back door, flashing beacon, mud guards with flaps, hyd brakes, 500/60.22.5 Michelin tyres, vgc. £16,250+VAT. J Powell Tel 07790 516976 (Gloucestershire)

MARSHALL 32' flat trailer, 2011, vgc, newly re-sprayed, checkerplate floor, 14T carrying cap, hyd brakes, Be safe – complete overhaul & commercial trailer safety check – details available, 385/65-R22.5 wheels & tyres in good cond. £6,750+VAT ono. P Williams Tel 07770 410713 (Norfolk)

TRIFFITT 14T blower trailer, 2012, c/w air brakes, commercial axles, roller over sheet, Priden blower kit with rear auger & plenty of spare pipes, good. T Davies Tel 07970 010968 (Herefordshire)

3-TON tipping trailer, choice of 2, both tip as should, good sides but will require new floors. £350 ono. L Emery Tel 07811 122089 (Bedfordshire)

BAILEY 16t tipping grain trailer, 2016, spr/d/bar, swivel ring hitch, flotation tyres 560/60R22.5 Nokians, easy sheet, grain sock, hyd end door, steering r/axle, air & hyd brakes, LED lights with internal loading light, toolbox, gc. £17,750+VAT ono. J Rycroft Tel 07768726198 (North Yorkshire)

IFOR Williams TA510Gtri-axle livestock trailer, 2014, regularly & recently serviced, 7 good or better tyres, well looked after, c/w full length sheep decks & ramp, no issues. £6,500 ono no VAT. S Allday Tel 07535 980855 (Lancashire)

NOW STOCKING VST COMPACT TRACTORS! From 18hp to 25hp and all 4wd & PAS Trade-ins welcome… running or not!

USED MACHINERY

Case 580G wheeled digger, c/w 4 in 1 bucket, extender back hoe, 4wd & a selection of buckets

New Kingspan

£6,250+VAT

disc scrapers, levelling paddles, 1 big cheap machine!

£5,750+VAT

Alpego TR36 280 2018, 2.8m sideshift, amazing condition!

£4,000+VAT

Redrock 20t dump trailer

Redrock 24t tri-axle low-loading trailer

& rear

McHale 691BH & R5S round bale handlers

McHale 691HB bale handler, several

McHale R5 soft hands bale handler, several Teagle 8500 Chief feeder bedder

Moulton FY4 yard scraper

Kawasaki Mule Pro DX

Kawasaki Mule Pro MX

Bomford 2.8m flail mower

PlantMec 8’ & 10’ yard brush

PlantMec hydraulic bucket brush

Walter Watson 8’ x 36” flat roll

Walter Watson 10’ x 36” flat roll

Walter Watson 12’ x 36” hydraulic rotating

USED MACHINERY IN STOCK

Deutz 5090D c/w loader

Deutz Agroplus 410 DT front linkage & front PTO

Deutz Agritron 430GS 2500hrs only, 2011

Deutz Agri 110 6 cylinder c/w loader 2008 good condition

Deutz 6185 Powershift 2019 low hrs

Ford New Holland T90 c/w loader

Claas Arion 610C, 2015

Massey Ferguson 5612 Dyna 4 2014 c/w loader, low hrs

Landini 5-110H 2011 c/w loader 2400hrs only

Lely Roterra 4m power harrow

Kverneland NGH 4m heavy duty power harrow c/w packer roller, as new, very little work

Dowdeswell 4 furrow good condition

Lemken 4 furrow reversible plough

Kuhn FC202 mower conditioner

Kuhn MDS1141 QL fertiliser spreader

Kverneland 4032 trailed mower conditioner

Kverneland 3m CTS stubble finisher c/w DD packer

Kverneland 4m power harrow, as new, hardly used

Teagle 40/40 tub feeder/bedder

Teagle 80/80 SC feeder/bedder

Teagle 2010 80/80 SC feeder/bedder good condition

Kverneland feeder bedder

Kidd Mk3 Professional Post Bumper as new

McHale 660 2018 round baler x 2

Krone V150 XC baler 18,000 bales c/w ALO trailed wrapper

McConnel 5 leg Shakaerator

Fleming o set 8ft grass topper

Twose 6.3m Cambridge rolls c/w breaker rings

Kawasaki 750 quad bike road legal

Agco DM255/P mower conditioner, very good condition

Bomford TW 4.6m heavy duty batwing grass topper

Bailey 12t trailer, rollover sheets, complete refurb by Bailey 2 yrs ago, as new – 2 available

PlantMec 319 Q-bedder, 2020

Twose hedge cutter

Hi-Spec TD-S 4000 gallon slurry tanker 2019 2 available

Hi-Spec TD-S 4 gallon slurry tanker 2020 c/w dribble bar

17 reg MF 7726 4x4 FL Dyna 6 just finished 5 year maintenance

20 reg MF 7720s 4x4 1600hrs FS CS 50K air brakes warranty to 3000hrs

62 reg MF 7624 4x4 Dyna 6 50K FL 5200hrs

20 reg MF 7718s 4x4 Dyna 6 50K 1600hrs air brakes 2 years left on warranty

13 reg MF 7618 4x4 Dyna 6 7500hrs 50K air brakes

08 reg MF 6499 4x4 Dyna 6 FS CS 50K 7700hrs

11 reg MF 6495 4x4 FS CS FL 6900hrs Dyna 6

06 reg MF 6480 4x4 CS 5800hrs

18 reg MF 5710s 4x4 Essential spec wth MF loader 3870hrs

12 reg JCB 536/95 Agri Super teleporter

67 reg JCB 536/60 Agri Super teleporter 3400hrs

19 reg JCB 532/70 Agri Super 4600hrs 125hp new tyres

06 reg JCB 526s 4x4 5000hrs

L reg Manitou 2600 4x4 teleporter

19 reg Bobcat E45 midi excavator 2050hrs

H reg Case 844XL 4x4 power loader 7700hrs

C reg Deutz DX390 4x4 4300hrs

J reg Ford 5610 AP cab

J reg MF 135

R reg Ford 6600 with loader

6’

BALE trailer, 33’, 27t gross weight, adj air susp, air brakes, 385/55R22.5 tyres with plenty of tyre tread, all lights work inc r/strobes, channel sides for easy ratchet strap attachment, rings in floor, wooden floor, good condition. £5,000+VAT ono. D Sunnucks Tel 07976 748116 (Essex)

CHERRY Products 16T grain trailer, monocoque steel body, air & hydraulic brakes, tandem axle, super singles on springs, grain hatch & rear drawbar, good condition.

£7,250+VAT ono. J Weston Tel 07803 270448 (Lincolnshire)

SINGLE axle bale trailer, 19' steel bed, well built but could do with a little tidying here & there, can send more pictures by Whatsapp if required. £600+VAT. B Robinson Tel 07740 683113 (Gloucestershire)

PAIR of 900x16 10 ply Superking tyres, 3 rib, c/w heavy duty 6 stud rims, MF fronts, vgc. £325. A Ford Tel 07708 154580/01508 530598 eves (Norfolk) STOCKS dual wheels, 16.9x38, c/w 8 clamps, Kleber tyres @30%. £250. A Ford Tel 07708 154580/01508 530598 eves (Norfolk)

OLD set dual wheels, tyres not the best but usable & hold up, tyres 13.6/38, not used for a long time, buyer collects. £100+VAT. I Fowler Tel 07885 332037 (Essex)

FRONT tractor wheels with Alliance 328 flotation tyres, 600/55/22.5, 50% tread. Offers J Sly Tel 07971 951505 (Lincolnshire) TWO sets of Stocks Dual wheels, 20.8x38, 18.4x38 & 16.9x28, 25% tread. Offers. J Sly Tel 07971 951505 (Lincolnshire)

PAIR of 12.5/80-18 tyres, as new. £250+VAT for the pair. W Brown Tel 07812 018467 (Shropshire)

HAYBOB tyres for Vicon Haybob 300, 2 tyres brand new, 15x6.00. £60. C Law Tel 07850 877794 (Leicestershire)

HAYBOB wheels for Vicon Haybob 300, 2 wheel rims with tyres, 15x6.00 some cracks on tyres but hold air, 2 spare inner tubes, 2 brand new hub caps. £80. C Law Tel 07850 877794 (Leicestershire)

JCB 3CX rear tyre, 18.4/15-26, 10 ply Goodyear, 25–30% tread. FOC. D Chapman Tel 07966 402141/ 01945 440273 (Lincolnshire)

FOUR alloy rims c/w tyres off Nissan X Trail, approx 70% tread, 215/65-R16. £85 each no VAT. M Lewis Tel 07422 668416 (Powys)

NEARLY new B F Goodrich All-Terrain tyres, 265/65-R17. £695+VAT. P Skinner Tel 07711 405100 (Northamptonshire)

SET of Alliance rowcrop wheels, 11.2-R48/9.5x36, 70% tread. Offers. J Sly Tel 07971 951505 (Lincolnshire) PAIR of Vredestein implement wheels, 400/60/15.5, 75% tread. Offers. J Sly Tel 07971 951505 (Lincolnshire)

FULL set agricultural wheels & BKT LG-306 tyres, back tyres: 33x15.516.5, fronts: 23x8.5-12, both wheels & tyres in fabulous condition, from my Mitsubishi Captain but will fit other tractors. £850 ono. S Attwood Tel 07450 255232 (Worcestershire)

SET of John Deere rims, came off 7530 or similar, will fit a lot of models, front rims to suit a 540/65R30, rear to suit 650/65-R42, in excellent condition. £300 ono no VAT. L Cuddy Tel 07966 115509 (Northamptonshire)

FOUR wheels to fit Claas Xerion, 620/70-R42, Bridgestone VX, 90% tread. T Wright Tel 07774 210670 (Derbyshire)

TRELLEBORG flotation wheels & tyres, preowned set of two 400/5522.5 & set of two 600/55-26.5, hardly used, came off a Landini Alpine 85, all hold air & have plenty of tread left. £1,200 ono. E Johnston Tel 07968 177214 (Perth & Kinross)

CLAAS Xerion maize wheels, four Bridgestone VX 620/70R42, 90% tread. £5,600+VAT ono. T Wright Tel 07774 210670 (Derbyshire)

£550+VAT ono. T Wright Tel 07774 210670 (Derbyshire)

• 12t lift capacity •

• Suitable for front • & rear linkages

• Fully CE approved •

• Ideal for contractors, • farmers & dealers

• Easier & quicker • servicing

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PAIR of wheels & axles, 7.5" x 16", good condition. £100+VAT ono. D Driver Tel 07747 016492 (Suffolk)

16.9-R34 tyre, about 40% tread, lots of surface cuts, but generally

& tidy, runs & rides like new, agri reg, 1600hrs, diff lock, 2/4wd, independent r/suspension, power steering, manual shift, recent brand new tyres, serviced & with warranty, please call for more info. £3,000 ono. T Byrne Tel 07747 286569 (Greater Manchester)

VOLKSWAGEN Transporter long wheel base Caravelle 2L TDI automatic, air con, parking sensors, 45000mls. £17,500. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

MITSUBISHI L200, 2004, 134k miles, 12 months MOT, good condition for age, excellent chassis – been waxed/oiled regularly, we are the 2nd owner but 1st being a friend. £3,000 ono. A Clarke Tel 07708 205708 (Norfolk)

MAN TGA 6 wheeler lorry, 4040 drawbar spec. £5,000+VAT. R Hopkinson Tel 07976 424263 (Lincolnshire)

Farm Machinery Sales Specialists

Kings Langley • Tel: 01923 265211 T kingslangley@oliverlandpower.co.uk

Luton • Tel: 01582 727111

luton@oliverlandpower.co.uk

Tingewick • Tel: 01280 848494

tingewick@oliverlandpower.co.uk

Stratford • Tel: 01789 720265

stratford@oliverlandpower.co.uk

Colchester • Tel: 01206 581126

colchester@oliverlandpower.co.uk

2019 JCB FASTRAC 4220 5450hrs, 60kph, 4WS, 600/70R30 tyres, f/linkage with 4-services to rear, one to front,

AGRICAN livestock top by NJ

Aluminium for Nissan Navara, c/w locking solid door & window, plus locking mesh back, £1,068 new plus extra door, excellent condition. Would take £600+VAT ono. D Browne Tel 07716 178586 (Aberdeenshire)

MINI Cooper S Paceman diesel, AWD, 2015, 56,000mls, 2L TD, MOT until June 2025, new clutch, timing chains, etc, leather interior, S Lincs. £6,750. J Weston Tel 07803 270448 (Lincolnshire)

1995 Land Rover Discovery 300TDI, 149,848mls, runner with issues, MOT'd Jan 2024, ran short of water since, engine tight, moves in 4wd, for spares, repair or breaking, needs trailering or towing away, more pics online. £1,000 ono. G Parkes Tel 07855 288597 (Leicestershire)

MINI Cooper S diesel Paceman, 2015, all wheel drive, 56,000mls, MOT til June 2025, it’s had a new clutch, timing chains, crankcase oil seal, serviced, inc air con. £6,995 ono. J Weston Tel 07803 270448 (Lincolnshire)

LAND Rover Discovery 5 SW 3.0 SDV6 HSE Luxury 5dr auto, long MOT, recently serviced, two new tyres, 34,000mls. £33,500. S Parrish Tel 07785 502436 (Essex)

LAND Rover Defender 110 van, 3 door, roof rack, 157K miles, 12 months MOT, TD5 diesel engine, new gearbox & clutch, Waxoyled every year, blue with white roof. £15,000 no VAT. S Cartland Tel 01564 823398 (Warwickshire)

2005 Toyota Hilux Mk6, 2005, 2.4L, silver, on Hankook 205/80-R16 Dynapro ATM tyres, 191563mls. £4,500+VAT ono. I Harding Tel 07802 385559/01845 567891 (North Yorkshire)

ARB Classic canopy for Mk6 Toyota Hilux (1997-2005), white, lock key missing. £500 ono. I Harding Tel 07802 385559/01845 567891 (North Yorkshire)

LAND Rover Defender 110 TD5 pickup with cover, 2002, 128000 miles, any questions please call Dave 07913 722085. £11,750+VAT. J Usher Smith Tel 07527 938077 (Kent)

TOYOTA Hilux Extra Cab, 2023/73 reg, 1 owner, metallic blue, 6300 miles, air con, remote lock, tow bar, excellent. P Wheeler Tel 01452 223322 (Gloucestershire)

2011 Nissan X-Trail Tekna 173 DCi estate (4×4), 162123mls, 173hp, 6-speed manual, leather upholstery, same family ownership since new, FSH, MOT 24/3/25, metallic beige, av 41mpg, reg no FR11 YJM. £2,750 ono. N Sharp Tel 07970986364 (Lincolnshire)

VINTAGE & CLASSIC

INTERNATIONAL Harvester 541 combine, working order, 8' cut. E Morse Tel 07773 518082 (Carmarthenshire)

RANSOMES RCC223 heavy cultivator points (as fitted to old drag types), new/ unused, non genuine, marked 253. £65/bundle of 5. G Howell Tel 07903 089391/01728 723683 (Suffolk)

LISTER J type stationary engine, been stored in shed for quite some time, all wheels turn. £150. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

We are suppliers of USED PARTSfor ANTIQUE,VINTAGE & CLASSIC TRACTORS

British & American, built 1920's–1980's

www.pocock-tractorsupplies.co.uk

WOODEN grading riddles (6), handheld, various sizes, sold separately, fair condition. £25 each ono. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

HORSE-DRAWN potato spinner, gwo. £150. A Howell Tel 07528 729118 (Cambridgeshire)

DAVID Brown tractor with Farmhand F12 loader, runner. £1,200 ono. J Odell Tel 01234 708383 (Bedfordshire)

IHC Drott based on 414 skid. H Ashton Tel 07831 588318 (Lincolnshire) FOWLER Challenger 22 c/w Leyland 6 cyl engine. H Ashton Tel 07831 588318 (Lincolnshire)

ANTIQUE wooden sack weigher, wood treatment done & stained, add a 25kg weight on one side & pop a sack on the other, fill the sack until the base moves & the three pieces at the top are in line, good condition. £65. R Rayner Tel 07808 066655 (Cambridgeshire)

TRACK Marshall Britannia, starts runs & drives, steers left & right, tracks & sprockets good, cab needs refurb, potential to restore a rare machine & increase its value, not many made or left, viewing by appointment. Best offer over £8,000+VAT. R Littleworth Tel 07944 640696 (Lincolnshire)

TRADITIONAL cast iron scales, ideal refurbishment project. £80 ono. J Cowie Tel 07743 702897 (Moray)

JOHN Deere Cat 1 top link, 9 hole Ferguson drawbar, original grey Ferguson lamp,12 old spanners, a hammer & a bale hook. £55+VAT. J Hogsbjerg Tel 07756 599565 (Suffolk)

GARVIE thresher, 54” drum, excellent working order, stored inside, last used in 2003. £6,000 ono no VAT. A Smith Tel 07803 743615 (Aberdeenshire)

EIGHT MF 100 Series front tractor weighs. £350+VAT. J Hogsbjerg Tel 07756 599565 (Suffolk)

FRONT wheel weight for 2wd tractor, think it's off a David Brown. £90 no VAT. M Lewis Tel 07422 668416 (Powys)

ROUND bale lifter for vintage tractor, dry stored for all its life & in great condition, viewings are welcome. £295 ono. G Simpson Tel 07900 395042 (West Yorkshire)

TEN Ferguson FF3 plough shares. S Payne Tel 07941 903186 (Essex)

VINTAGE DWS industrial carton stapler, solidly constructed & built to last, springs in place & jaws are good, in working order. £50. J Berry Tel 07715 231291 (Greater Manchester)

VINTAGE manual tensioning & crimping tools, robust, solid and built-to-last, unlike the modern cheaper versions, heavy but portable, in working order. £65. J Berry Tel 07715 231291 (Greater Manchester)

VINTAGE industrial tensioning & banding crimping tool, heavy duty, robust & built-to-last portable machine. £65. J Berry Tel 07715 231291 (Greater Manchester)

SAFETY cab off 1974 Ford 4000 Force, dismantled, for spares or repair. £200. G Watkins Tel 01473 658394/07876 585759 (Suffolk)

VINTAGE carton stapler, heavy & solidly constructed, jaws are good & springs in place, in working order. £50. J Berry Tel 07715 231291 (Greater Manchester)

EIGHT tractor manuals. £20. V Crick Tel 01473 658817 (Suffolk)

FERGUSON TEF 20 diesel, 1956, in good working order. £3,600+VAT. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

DAVID Brown Case 885 narrow tractor, 1979 (J reg), 1205 recorded hrs - believed genuine, excellent starter & runner, recent full service of filters & oils, early life spent on a nursery, original downswept manifold & full exhaust included. £5,450. R Lintott Tel 07799 473374 (Cornwall)

MARSHALL 702 2wd tractor, 1984, 2967hrs on clock, had light working life, excellent starter/runner. £3,250 ono. P Thompson Tel 07952 149629 (Northamptonshire)

DAVID Brown 900 diesel tractor c/w drag & 2 furrow plough. £3,000. K Atkin Tel 01522 752624/07835 086831 (Lincolnshire)

VINTAGE Lister stationary engine for restoration, non runner, but is complete & turns over freely. £100+VAT ono. D Driver Tel 07747 016492 (Suffolk)

FERGUSON TEF20 tractor, diesel, f/w banana loader in working order, 1955. £5,500+VAT ono. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

WANTED

Good Quality Woodland Grown Oak Required. (Not Hedgerow Trees)

MARTIN Lishman grain fan starter control box. J Jordan Tel 07535 990066 (Suffolk)

SCRAP METAL WANTED

S Gray Recycling

07785 937779 01953 454462

20-TONNE hydraulic floor standing workshop press. J Jordan Tel 07535 990066 (Suffolk)

MASSEY Ferguson tractor 3670/3690, must be tidy. R Clarke Tel 07778 172269/01884 277365 (Devon) KONGSKILDE Vibro-Flex 4300 Series, 4 rows of tines, slung underneath, with Rotacrats or tickler tines on the back please. J Weston Tel 07803 270448 (Lincolnshire)

COMBINESWANTED

New Holland TC, TX, CX

Deutz Fahr - all models

John Deere 1177, 2056, 2058, 2256, 2258

Claas Lexion 410, 420, 430, 510, 520, 530

SPRAYERSWANTED

Bateman and Sands self propelled sprayers

corkcombines@gmail.com

Tel: 0035 3862782479 corkcombines.com

FINGERBAR hedge cutter for small 50hp tractor required, must be in good condition & good working order, East Anglia only. P Waspe Tel 07462 472289 (Suffolk)

REAR wheel reduction gear housing required for David Brown 770. G Meadows Tel 07951 111182/01728 660577 (Suffolk)

We can help with woodland management schemes and felling licences - must be good quality.

Whatsapp photos to 07848 459863 or email to hugh@whippletree.co.uk Call 01763 208966

STRAW always wanted, small or large bales, cash on delivery, Market Rasen. M Chapman Tel 07971 940087/01673 843663 (Lincolnshire)

LARGE capacity PTO roller mill & New Holland 438 disc mower. E Morse Tel 07773 518082 (Carmarthenshire)

COMPLETE bout markers required in working order for Accord 6m DV drill. J Hutchinson Tel 07850 999529 (Northamptonshire)

FANNING mill blades & Pitman knife drive required for Massey Harris 780/788 combine, or scrap combine for parts. D Cliff Tel 07971 609542 (Lincolnshire)

FUEL tank & canvasses required for Massey Harris 21 combine. D Cliff Tel 07971 609542 (Lincolnshire)

COMPLETE set of bout markers required for Accord 6m DV drill, in working order. J Hutchinson Tel 07850 999529 (Northamptonshire)

EDLINGTON or similar weed wiper, preferably in working order, but anything considered. H Ashton Tel 07831 588318 (Lincolnshire)

DIRT bucket required for steel fab hydraulic trip loader, 40" wide, in good condition. D Rose Tel 07889 950128/01603 782478 (Norfolk)

FORD 7600 with Fieco/safety cab plus set of wafer weights to fit 5000/7000. M Taylor Tel 07840 410506 (Buckinghamshire)

SMALL mini digger, older machine preferred. T Barnes Tel 01353 665912 (Cambridgeshire) REAR tyres or wheels & tyres required for MF 135. T Barnes Tel 01353 665912 (Cambridgeshire)

KAWASAKI ATVs for spares, working or non working order, good money paid. J Cunningham Tel 07860 145580/01376 331045 (Essex)

WINGET 10NT/R batch concrete mixer in running order, as in photo. May be interested in non-runner as a spare, if available. J Hurd Tel 01985 840260/01985 840039 (Wiltshire)

WANTED by Suffolk grower, old farm pickups & 4x4s in Anglia region, prompt collection & cash payment, prefer runners, but anything considered. J Long Tel 07711 079821 (Suffolk)

BROCHURES WANTED

• Fertiliser sacks

No upfront fees

Pay per trailer

Spray containers

JOHN Deere 18 or 20' combine header knife. J Ramsey Tel 01653 628366 (North Yorkshire) KONGSKILDE TRL fans required. L Pugh Tel 07968 170848/01568 611338 (Herefordshire)

FORD 4610 tractor wanted, tatty appearance considered, but mechanics must be sound. V Crick Tel 01473 658817 (Suffolk)

All tractor and machinery brands, all years, complete collections. Cash or cheque on collection. Please phone Graham 07889 792875 59-104110

HOWARD trencher required, preferably based on Fordson E27N, anything considered, other Fordson based drainage conversions also considered. E Mills Tel 07973 140003 (Northants)

KUHN FC283 or John Deere 328 mower conditioner, looking for whole or spares/ repairs machine for parts. D Towers Tel 07792 317307 (Lincolnshire)

Farm Plastic Recycling

Empty seed sacks

South Lincs & surrounding area

RECRUITMENT Farmers Guide

Omex appoints district sales manager

Omex has appointed Freddie Barnett as its district sales manager for Cambridgeshire, Kent, Sussex and Surrey.

With both practical farming experience and ve years in management with leading fresh prepared meals company Bakkavor, and a degree in business management and accounting completed while at Bakkavor, Freddie brings essential skills to the sales role.

OSR product manager joins Limagrain

environment, it was time to get back to the practical side of agriculture, getting out and about and meeting customers,” says Freddie. “An opportunity to work for a familyowned company that does not micromanage people and focuses on customer service as well as sales is a key driver for me.

rape product line, and will be supported by Kurtis Scarboro, arable development o cer.

“Having spent a number of years working in a packhouse

“Farms are getting bigger and the market for bespoke liquid fertilisers is growing, thanks to their accuracy and environmental bene ts. I can see a great future with Omex.” accounting completed while

Plant breeder Limagrain UK has appointed Florentina Petrescu as the new OSR product manager. She has been a seed specialist with Nickerson for the last eight years and is a graduate of the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest. There she earned both her Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Master of Science (MSc) degrees in Agriculture.

Florentina’s primary focus will be on driving innovation, ensuring product quality, and supporting customers with tailored solutions that meet their unique needs.

Structural changes to Adama team

Adama Agricultural Solutions UK Ltd has announced a change to its organisational structure after the retirement of Steve Beal, the current go-to market director. Steve, who leaves the company on 30th September 2024, will be succeeded by Melanie Wardle who moves up from her current role as fungicides product manager to become head of marketing for Adama UK. At the same time, David Gri ths, who, in addition to his role as senior agronomy manager for

The team from Malpas Tractors Ltd have shared their “deep sorrow” that managing director, Paul Reeves, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, 7th August.

They said in a statement: “Paul was a much-loved leader, son and brother and the loss is felt by friends, family and sta alike. We know this news will be felt by everyone, including our many loyal customers,

the west of England and Ireland, will take on the role of eld sales manager UK and Ireland to lead Adama’s regional agronomy team throughout the UK.

Commenting on the changes, MD Ben Miles congratulated Mel and David on their new roles. He added: “I’d also like to take this opportunity to wish Steve all the very best for the future and to thank him for his hard work and dedication.

“Steve has been an invaluable member of our tight-knit team, and he will be greatly missed, not only for his professionalism, but also for his friendship and dependability.”

Tributes paid to Malpas Tractors MD

whose support we appreciate at this di cult time.”

work to ensure

Co-owners Edward and Rachael Reeves will continue to work to ensure customers and suppliers receive the best service, but asked for

Florentina will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of strategies to promote Limagrain’s market leading oilseed

Despite recent di culties, she says OSR remains the most pro table break crop. She believes that through its unique UK plant breeding and research teams, Limagrain is best placed of all the plant breeders to recognise and respond to many current UK crop production challenges. break crop. She believes that recognise and respond to

New product manager for Opico

After joining Opico in January 2024 as territory manager south west, Dean Cottey took the reins as UK Strautmann product manager from the 1st August. Dean grew up on his family dairy farm in East Devon and spent the last 14 years honing his knowledge with Claas UK.

During his college

Agricultural Engineering at Harper Adams and undertook a 15-month work experience with Claas UK.

After graduating Dean was employed by Claas UK as a graduate management trainee and worked his way up to becoming the product manager for foragers, balers and green harvest machines for 11 years.

national diploma,

During his college studies he had a year’s work experience with McCormick, and after completing his national diploma, Dean went on to study for a BEng in

His new role ts perfectly with his personal experience, he says. “Growing up on the dairy farm, forage wagons and feeders have been a huge part of my life. I’m looking forward to continuing to develop the brand and product o ering here in the UK.”

some space during the immediate

some space during the immediate few days following Paul’s passing.

Paul’s kindness, skill, leadership and support for the industry.

the industry, including major Valtra, Kuhn and Merlo, as well as colleagues,

The news prompted an outpouring of condolences from the industry, including major manufacturers such as Valtra, Kuhn and Merlo, among many others, as well as colleagues, customers and friends who spoke of

D Richard Evans wrote on Facebook: “You will be so missed by all that knew you, whether through business or socially. I spent just over three years working with Paul, and he was the best boss I worked with in nearly 40 years of employment.

A gentleman, respectful, and so empathetic of everyone’s needs.”

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Mole Drainers (low HP requirement) from stock

Cultivators, Seed Drills, Hedgecutters, Trailers, Presses Rolls, Ploughs etc All makes - Ring John Covenbrook

Grain Pushers 3, 4, 5, 6m from stock immediate delivery other lengths built to order

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Covenbrook fully refurbished

VADERSTAD ‘Rexius Twin 830’

Bale Squeeze