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Five new, 3- and 4-cylinder MF 5600 series models from Massey Ferguson are purpose built to deliver exactly the right specification for the 85-120hp sector.
A new roll-up tonneau cover – called Advantage – from Best Bars uses a ‘clever’ alloy frame fixed to the top of the well-side tray with specially designed brackets to lock it into place; it doesn’t require holes drilled into the sides of the vehicle.
A Goliath version of the Ride Over Gate (ROG) will show on the Innovations site and at the Wrangler site.
For the second time, Taragate Ltd will be the principle sponsor of the fencing demonstration area.
Fencing systems manufacturer Strainrite has used clever design and modern manufacturing technology to refine an old concept, and introduce the Tangle Free electric fence standard.
New features on 2015-16 Krone Swardro swathers will enhance their reputation for good performance, low running costs and long working life, says local distributor Tulloch Farm Machines.
Enteries have closed for the Fieldays No.8 Wire National Art Award.
The annual toil of calf rearing just got easier with the launch of a ‘premium’ mobile calf feeder range designed to save time, money and effort, says the developer, Stallion Plastics.
Dairy automation and refrigeration systems will be prominent on the Tru-Test site, as will livestock electronic ID and weighing equipment, says Verne Atmore, New Zealand sales and marketing manager.
Effluent treatment in a 40ft shipping container is out there now, from Forsi Innovations, Matamata, and will be publicly unveiled at National Fieldays.
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One of competitive fencing’s living legends will step down from singles competition at this year’s Wiremark Golden Pliers at the National Fieldays.
A report on the economic impact of Fieldays 2014 shows the importance of the event to New Zealand’s primary sector, says Mystery Creek events centre chief executive Jon Calder.
Building on 18 years experience of independent track technology gained from its Quadtrac tractors, Case IH recently launched the Magnum Rowtrac models in New Zealand.
The National Fieldays wants greater engagement with agriculture sectors not associated with dairy.
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