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Machinery
Two-millionth tractor rolls out of New Holland’s Basildon plant
Gary Abbott
Last Thursday, New Holland celebrated the production of the two-millionth tractor built at its Basildon plant in England, coinciding with the plant's 60th anniversary.
24 July 2024 News
McConnel introduces two new Power Arm ranges
Well-known British hedge cutter manufacturer McConnel has introduced a new 72-Series and a new heavier-duty 77-Series.
24 July 2024 News
Longford man jailed over possession of stolen tractors
John Alex Kane (50), of Cartron, Granard, Co Longford, has been sentenced to two years and four months with the final nine months suspended, Jessica Thompson reports.
Keep safety in mind with fieldwork and autumn calving
As fieldwork increases and autumn calving kicks off, always keep safety in mind when completing jobs.
23 July 2024 Management
French start up develops 160hp battery-powered Fastrac
Having secured €11m in funding, French start-up, Seederal has presented its first electric tractor prototype, based on the JCB Fastrac 4000 series.
17 July 2024 Farm machinery
Clare contractor set to sell out
Michael Doyle Auctions will host an online machinery clearance auction on behalf of Co Clare agricultural contractor Thomas Cosgrave, on Wednesday, 24 July.
17 July 2024 News
June tractor sales down 8%
The latest FTMTA registration data for the Republic of Ireland shows that 60 new tractors were registered during June, 8% less than June 2023, and taking the six-month total to 1,290 units.
17 July 2024 News
Mint 1995 Massey Ferguson 390T sells for €59,150 at auction
At a farm collection auction in England, a top price of €59,150 was paid for an immaculate two-wheel drive 1995 Massey Ferguson 390T, with just 2,692 hours. Peter Thomas Keaveney reports.
10 July 2024 News
Claas updates Disco mower lineup
Claas has added seven new Disco mower models to its offering, including a new Disco 8500 Trend basic butterfly option and a new auger grouping system for its Disco 9300 non-conditioner model.
4 July 2024 Farm machinery
Claas updates greenline range
Last week Claas launched a suite of updates to its Greenline range, including new mower models, tedders and a new combination baler wrapper. Gary Abbott travelled to South Germany to find out more.
3 July 2024 News
IFJ Junior: how to stay safe on the farm this summer
Summer sees the activity levels on farms increase, meaning more caution needs to be taken by both adults and kids.
26 June 2024 Farm safety
IFJ Junior: how a diesel engine works
Internal combustion diesel engines power a lot of farm equipment. Gary Abbott looks at how these engines work.
26 June 2024 News