New Holland marks two millionth Basildon tractor in plant’s 60th year
In the same year it celebrates 60 years of tractor production, the New Holland plant at Basildon, England, is now marking the manufacturing of its two millionth tractor, a feat managed by only a handful of such facilities across the world. The two millionth unit is a 225hp T7.225, one of the most popular T7 models […]
From Harvest to Maintenance: John’s farming journey
Bale Preservative and Moisture Meters In the heart of the harvest season, John, a dedicated farmer, relies heavily on the precision of bale preservatives and moisture meters. As his hay baling operation and combine gathers the crops, these tools enable him to bale much closer behind the harvester. The moisture meters ensure that the bales […]
The power of hydraulics in agriculture
The integration of hydraulics within modern agriculture has revolutionised farming operations, transforming the way farmers work, boosting efficiency, productivity, and precision. Yet, with high volumes of produce to distribute, domestically and internationally, unplanned downtime through hydraulic failure can be costly. Thanks to unpredictable weather patterns, this is especially the case during growing season and harvest-time […]
Thomas Spiering joins CLAAS Group Executive Board
Harsewinkel, July 3, 2023. On October 1, 2023, Thomas Spiering will join the CLAAS Group Executive Board, where his responsibilities will include the Self-propelled Harvesters Business Unit. He will be reporting to CEO Jan-Hendrik Mohr. “We are delighted that with Thomas Spiering we have gained an experienced manager for this important role on the Group […]
SCOTTS INTRODUCES ITS GT170 WINDROWER KIT
One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of vegetable harvesting equipment has launched an innovative conversion kit that allows owners of the GRIMME GT 170 trailed harvester to convert seamlessly to a fully functioning windrower without modifications to the host machine. Designed in response to local growers where the Grimme GT170 is their preferred choice of […]
Claydon appoints importer for Spain
Claydon, a pioneer in direct strip seeding technology, has appointed AG-Group as the sole importer for its range of drills and stubble management equipment in Spain. AG-Group started off in 1987 as Vogel and Noot Espana S.A..and became AG-Group in 2017 following a management buy-out by General Manager Pascual Galindo AG-Group’s headquarters are in Tamarite […]
Second-hand machinery sales soar as new tractor registration nosedives
The largest agricultural auction in Europe, Cheffins, saw the highest grossing sale of second-hand machinery on 7th November with sales totalling £3.5m at its sale ground in Sutton, Cambridgeshire. This is an uplift on sales of over £1m compared to November last year. The most expensive tractors were purchased by UK dealers who are reporting […]
New old look for special Quadtrac
Case IH is marking 20 years since the introduction of the Quadtrac, the world’s first high-hp articulated rubber-tracked tractor, by offering a special anniversary colour scheme on all Quadtrac 620 models ordered before November 30, 2016. The livery reflects the styling of the original 360hp model launched in 1996. Developed from the articulated tractor knowledge […]
Helmut Claas celebrates 90th birthday
Helmut Claas, for many years the managing partner of the CLAAS Group and chair of the Shareholders’ Committee, celebrated his 90th birthday on 16 July. He built the company, founded by his father and uncles, into one of the world’s leading agricultural machinery enterprises. “Helmut Claas has been a decisive source of both ideas and […]