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Machinery
New software streamlines control of Lemken hoes
Gary Abbott
Using its latest iQblue Weeder software, Lemken has now integrated its camera control function for its mechanical hoes into the Isobus terminal, removing the need for a second standalone terminal.
13 March 2024 Farm machinery
Disc coulters providing accurate placement for Carlow contractor
Peter Thomas Keaveney visited Carlow farming and contracting father and son duo Dan and John O’Neil to find out how their Amazone 3m one-pass has performed after its first two seasons.
13 March 2024 Farm machinery
Making the most of machine settings for tillage cultivations
Most modern machinery has a significant amount of adjustment capability. These adjustments are seldom utilised but they are there for a purpose to help you do a better job. Andy Doyle reports.
Watch: Kuhn demos latest wares in Kildare
Last autumn, Kuhn Center Ireland held a working tillage event in Athy, Co Kildare, showcasing a sample of the cultivation and seeding kit offered by the brand. Gary Abbott looks at the highlights.
13 March 2024 Farm machinery
First two Amazone Pantera 4504 sprayers sell in Ireland
Leinster Hydraulics and Farm Machinery recently delivered Ireland's first two Amazone Pantera 4504 self-propelled sprayers to customers in Co Dublin and Co Kildare.
13 March 2024 News
Claas revises front loaders for tractors up to 180hp
Claas has replaced the FL C front loader series for Elios, Axos and Arion tractors, with six new models offering improved design and performance features and lift capacities from 940kg to 2,490kg.
13 March 2024 News
‘Contractors’ returns to TG4
The eight part ‘Contractors’ documentary returns to TG4 on 21 March at 9.30pm for a second season as it follows eight Irish agricultural contracting families over the course of a 12-month season.
13 March 2024 News
RSA reverses tractor licensing restrictions
The RSA has reversed its decision which deemed category W, tractor licence holders, unlicensed to carry out non-agricultural related activities. Peter Thomas Keaveney and Gary Abbott report
13 March 2024 News
China's move to electric vehicles
"The electric tractor space seems to be wide open at the moment." - Ian Lahiffe
13 March 2024 Viewpoints
A Hyundai tale of two Kona SUVs
With the increased supply of electric cars, there are now more options available in the new Hyundai Kona that was launched towards the end of 2023. The Kona range has doubled with eight electric cars.
13 March 2024 Motors
Horsch sprayer combo great fit for rolling Donegal hills
Peter Thomas Keaveney caught up with potato and grain grower Jamie Rankin, to find out how his Horsch spraying outfit has performed after its first seasons working on mixed terrain in Co Donegal.
13 March 2024 Farm machinery
Weather woes strike again
Farmers are used to a certain amount of hardship – it’s almost part of the business.
13 March 2024 Viewpoints