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Peter Thomas Keaveney on 08 Jul 2020
Interest in ag mechanisation surges but proof of placement a must
The Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Mechanisation course at IT Tralee has attracted a strong level of interest and is expected to run this year, but proof of placement is required.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 08 Jul 2020
Case IH forms distribution alliance with Bednar FMT
Case IH and Bednar FMT have announced a distribution agreement that will see Bednar FMT supply its range of farm machinery exclusively through the Case IH dealer network.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 08 Jul 2020
Crimping and dry rolling grain- what options have Irish farmers?
With the harvest just around the corner, we look at what grain handling options livestock farmers have who might be considering buying grain off the combine to help reduce feed costs this winter.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 08 Jul 2020
Have you checked your tyres ahead of the harvest?
With crops edging closer towards ripening, Michelin has published a pre-harvest tyre check that machine operators should carry out before the harvest gets under way. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 01 Jul 2020
Krone Big X forager hits 20-year milestone
The first 540hp version of the Krone Big X self-propelled forage harvester rolled off the production line in Spelle, 20 years ago. Peter Thomas Keaveney and Gary Abbott look at its development.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 08 Jul 2020
John Deere 6M Series adds stepless option
Since introducing the updated 6M tractors at Agrictechnica in 2019, John Deere has continued to develop the Series and has now launched several major updates. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 01 Jul 2020
Moving back to trailed foraging in the northeast
Milking 240 cows and running an anaerobic digester, Alistair Taylor made the decision to purchase a new Kongskilde 1260 trailed harvester ahead of the 2020 silage season. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 03 Jul 2020
Reliable documentation with Claas telematics
Claas has launched a range of new telematics features.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 24 Jun 2020
Keenan mid-season machine refurb sale goes live
With the annual Keenan open day cancelled due to COVID-19, the manufacturer is replacing the event with a 10-day sale of used diet feeders. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 24 Jun 2020
Made in Ireland: International success for Mayo firm
Peter Thomas Keaveney caught up with David Murphy, managing director of Agri-Spread International to speak about the company’s success over the past decade.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 24 Jun 2020
Pöttinger launch sensor to protect wildlife
Pöttinger are currently testing an assistance system for detecting and protecting wild animals when mowing. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 17 Jun 2020
Bord Na Móna auction to be held live online
Bord Na Móna is set to auction surplus to requirement machinery on Wednesday 1 July at the firm’s premises at Derrygreenagh, Rochfortbridge, Co Offaly.