Fruit & vineyard

machinery added to Suffolk dealer portfolio

including mist-blower models for orchards and vineyards.

The unique Ca ni Grasskiller is new, using high-pressure water jets to destroy the roots of weeds and other unwanted vegetation, and avoiding the need for chemicals. Hydraulic jet adjustment from the tractor cab allows precise targeting of water at 1,000 bar pressure including close to the roots of fruit trees and vines.

An extensive line-up of fertiliser applicators includes mounted and trailed versions, including inter-row models for orchard work. There is also a combined double-tine subsoiler and fertiliser applicator, capable of loosening soil while applying nutrients below the surface.

Irrigation systems from Irriland will be stocked – including systems for orchards and fruit growing. Gavin said that following last year’s drought, which a ected growers across the UK, he expects considerable interest in the range from potential users.

Business expansion by M Yardy Engineering Ltd has included a move to new premises, with additional storage and a showroom from which to market a range of imported specialist machinery

Sales manager Gavin Haverson joined the company last autumn, bringing extensive experience of the fruit and vineyard machinery industry, as well as arable farming implements.

Agreements with several European brands have already been achieved, and the rst machines for stock and demonstrations arrived last month.

A large product portfolio includes cultivation machinery for vineyard and orchard applications. Trailed atomiser sprayers with precise, computercontrolled application ensure maximum e cacy of applied chemicals. Inter-row and inter-plant cultivators with automatic control achieve high work rates and ensure excellent results. Ca ni manufactures a wide range of sprayers,