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2026 new tractor registrations up 47% on the year

New tractor sales in the Republic of Ireland are up 47% for the year to date, while sales in Northern Ireland are up 92%, writes Peter Thomas Keaveney.

NEWS 18 March 2026

2026 new tractor registrations up 47% on the year

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FCI: ‘Contractors can’t cut everyone’s silage at noon on the same day’

FCI: ‘Contractors can’t cut everyone’s silage at noon on the same day’

CONTRACTING 18 March 2026

New Merlo dealer for the west

New Merlo dealer for the west

NEWS 11 March 2026

Chinese loaders account for over 40% of 2025 Irish loader sales

Chinese loaders account for over 40% of 2025 Irish loader sales

Chinese loaders account for over 40% of 2025 Irish loader sales

NEWS 25 February 2026

Giant Tobroco introduces new joystick steering option

Giant Tobroco introduces new joystick steering option

Giant Tobroco introduces new joystick steering option

NEWS 6 December 2025

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Agritechnica: French manufacturer shows 3-in-1 bale shear bucket

Agritechnica: French manufacturer shows 3-in-1 bale shear bucket

French implement manufacturer, Magsi, presented its latest Xtra’Shark 3-in-1 bucket at Agritechnica, a versatile bucket combining a tine grab and plastic retaining bale shears.

NEWS 15 October 2025

Agritechnica: Weycor launches 3 series in green livery

Agritechnica: Weycor launches 3 series in green livery

Weycor's new agri-line is made up of eight models: seven wheel loaders and one telescopic wheel loader.

FARM MACHINERY 15 October 2025

MX showcases auto-greaser option for front loaders

MX showcases auto-greaser option for front loaders

French front loader manufacturer MX has presented an automatic greasing option for its front loader booms at Agritechnica, along with some other small updates to extend loader service life.

NEWS 15 October 2025

Limerick farmer running two Chinese loaders sees great value for money

Limerick farmer running two Chinese loaders sees great value for money

Having purchased an Adare 810 three years ago, Limerick farmer Padraic Condron purchased a new HaiHong CTX 200 one year ago, both of which are Chinese built.

FARM MACHINERY 15 October 2025

Wexford contractor running compact JCB wheel loaders for over three decades

Wexford contractor running compact JCB wheel loaders for over three decades

The Nolan family bought their first JCB loader in 1994, and are now on their 6th machine, with no intention of changing brands in the foreseeable future, Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.

NEWS 15 October 2025

Irish telehandler sales are up 18% in 2025

Irish telehandler sales are up 18% in 2025

New FTMTA registration figures show that new telescopic loader registrations for the year to date have increased by 18%, while the wheel loader market is up by over 14%.

NEWS 15 October 2025

New Holland tweaks W170D for better pit performance and adds new compact W100D

New Holland tweaks W170D for better pit performance and adds new compact W100D

New Holland has unveiled a Forage Power version of its W170D wheel loader, offering 255hp, new axles and a revised six-speed transmission. A compact W100D model has also been added.

FARM MACHINERY 15 October 2025

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Reducing calf pneumonia with vaccination on a Donegal dairy-beef farm

In east Donegal, farmer Gareth Peoples explains how a tailored vaccination programme transformed the health and performance of his calves, while reducing stress during this busy period.

Reducing calf pneumonia with vaccination on a Donegal dairy-beef farm

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