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Tractors – what are the alternatives to diesel?

Ireland’s reliance on volatile diesel markets has been highlighted this month, as escalating prices have led to protests around the country. But are there realistic alternatives?

RENEWABLES 15 April 2026

Tractors – what are the alternatives to diesel?

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US scraps AdBlue sensors for diesel engines

US scraps AdBlue sensors for diesel engines

NEWS 8 April 2026

TAFE tractors have hit record sales in 2025

TAFE tractors have hit record sales in 2025

NEWS 8 April 2026

CNH and AGCO report drop in revenue for 2025

CNH and AGCO report drop in revenue for 2025

CNH and AGCO report drop in revenue for 2025

NEWS 25 February 2026

Lower turnover but steady margins for Agco

Lower turnover but steady margins for Agco

Lower turnover but steady margins for Agco

NEWS 12 February 2026

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John Deere tops both Irish and UK tractor sales

John Deere tops both Irish and UK tractor sales

John Deere (23.2%), Massey Ferguson (17.6%) and New Holland (17.6%) have topped the 2024 Irish tractor sales, with the trio accounted for over 58% of all tractor sales. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.

NEWS 3 September 2025

Lamma 2026: Fendt shows new 832 Vario

Lamma 2026: Fendt shows new 832 Vario

Fendt showcased its new flagship 832 Vario Gen5 at Lamma, a newly developed machine offering up to 343hp.

FARM MACHINERY 3 September 2025

Top tractor launches at Agritechnica

Top tractor launches at Agritechnica

Peter Thomas Keaveney and Gary Abbott look at the top tractor launches from Agritechnica 2025.

FARM MACHINERY 3 September 2025

Fendt showcase fifth generation of 300 Vario

Fendt showcase fifth generation of 300 Vario

The fifth generation of the Fendt 300 Vario has been extended to include the 310 Vario and gains new cab options such as a new seat and a heated front window.

FARM MACHINERY 3 September 2025

Fendt debuts four-model Gen4 500 Vario series

Fendt debuts four-model Gen4 500 Vario series

Fendt has developed a new 500 Vario fourth generation series, which is now fitted with the AGCO Power Core 50 engine, Fendt Dynamic Performance and VarioDrive.

NEWS 3 September 2025

Fendt injects more power into 700 series and add new model

Fendt injects more power into 700 series and add new model

Fendt introduced the 700 Vario Gen7 series in 2022, and have now increased the power rating of four models, with the 724 Vario Gen7.1 rated up to 60 km/h.

FARM MACHINERY 3 September 2025

Fendt takes wraps off new 800 Vario tractor series

Fendt takes wraps off new 800 Vario tractor series

Fendt’s new 800 Vario Gen5 series is a complete newly developed machine and now offers up to 343hp with three models, Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.

FARM MACHINERY 3 September 2025

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New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

Irish dairy farmers will have the opportunity to see the latest technologies from New Zealand at an on-farm open day at Camcloon Dairy, Ballyfin, Co Laois, on Tuesday 19 May 2026 from 10am.

New Zealand dairy tech open day to take place on Laois farm

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