Korean company Kioti reports that its European division and French company Naïo Technologies have formed a strategic partnership to develop a new robotic platform.

Austrian manufacturer Pöttinger previously focused on grassland equipment then entered the arable sector with its acquisition of “Bayerische Pflugfabrik Landsberg”- the Bavarian plough factory - in 1975.

Ashburton based Carrfields has announced its appointment as the new authorised Fendt IDEAL combine harvester dealer across New Zealand with immediate effect.

The New Zealand National Fieldays Society is calling for entries to the 2026 Fieldays Innovation Awards, with successful applicants showcased during Fieldays 10–13 June, at Mystery Creek.

After its flagship 1200 model set a Guiness World Record in forage harvesting, mopping up 4096 tonnes of whole crop silage in 12 hours, Claas has picked up a brace of awards from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ASABE).

Austrian company Bauer, well known for its effluent and slurry equipment, recently exhibited a 21,000 litre poly-tanker, configured with a tandem axle unit featuring a new contactless forced steering system for the rear axle.

British industrial and agricultural machinery manufacturer JCB has won a £152 million (NZ$348m) military contract with the US Marine Corps as part of the Tractor, Rubber Tired, Articulated-Steering Multi-Purpose (TRAM) vehicle programme.

This year's Northland Field Days marks an important milestone – 40 years of bringing farmers, growers, innovators and rural communities together. For Gallagher, it’s a milestone they’re proud to be part of.

Coming in at a year-end total at 3088 units, a rise of around 10% over the 2806 total for 2024, the signs are that the New Zealand farm machinery industry is turning the corner after a difficult couple of years.

With the rising interest in alternative fuels, it’s no surprise that manufacturers of ATVs and side-by-side vehicles are introducing alternative power solutions into their ranges.