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Kuhn says it has updated its MDS range of fertiliser spreaders, which offer farmers more options and provide machines that can be upgraded as their farming situation changes – without the need to buy a whole new spreader.
Despite increased commodity prices, many farmers are feeling the pinch as costs like fuel, fertiliser and freight continue to rise.
The John Deere 6R will deliver more power, precision agriculture technology and manoeuverability to New Zealand farmers, according to the company’s Australia/New Zealand production system manager, Steph Gersekowski.
The Massey Ferguson 5700 DYNA-4 is the latest addition to the company’s Global Series range of tractors.
JCB has upped the ante in the agricultural loading shovel arena with the launch of the new 457S.
Masterton's Daytech Engineering has developed a loyal following for its products – particularly its flat-deck trailers.
Deutz-Fahr's fourth generation of high horsepower, professional series tractors are being released to international markets, with arrival in New Zealand scheduled for the second half of 2022 or early 2023.
Users will have more control during spraying operations with Amazone’s new DirectInject system.
Silver Fern Farms have announced the company has entered into one of New Zealand’s largest sustainability-linked working capital financing facilities (SL Financing).
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The latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries (SOPI) report shows New Zealand’s food and fibre sector export revenue is expected to reach a record $52.2 billion in the year to 30 June 2022.
Since Covid-19 reared its ugly head in early 2020, machinery manufacturers have faced and continued to face challenges and disruptions.
Rural Contractors New Zealand (RCNZ) has launched a new reward and recognition programme for trainee contractors.
A new website is providing technology-enabled learning resources and information to educators and providers in the primary sector.
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