increase font size
CB Norwood chief executive Tim Myers.
CNHI, the manufacturer and distributor of the Case IH and New Holland brands, has announced the establishment of a new retail footprint for New Zealand.
Following the conclusion of a distribution agreement between CNHI and CB Norwood Distributors in July last year around the wholesaling of Case IH and New Holland machinery to CNHI’s New Zealand dealerships, the two companies have now announced their plans to go in different directions in 2023.
“We feel this decision for Norwood to leave the CNHI dealer network will allow both businesses to forge new paths and capitalise on additional opportunities in this dynamic market,” says Bruce Healy, general manager New Holland Agriculture Australia/New Zealand. “We have appreciated the support and commitment of Norwood and its staff over many years and wish them all the very best into the future,”
The change comes into effect immediately, with CNH Industrial’s Case IH dealerships serving as caretaker dealers for New Holland machinery until the new dealer structure is finalised. A small number of Case IH branches, which were operated by Norwood, are also impacted.
“Of course, the needs of our customers are also front of mind at this time and their ongoing needs and requirements are being prioritised,” Healy adds.
“Sadly, we no longer represent the New Holland brand we have imported, distributed, retailed, serviced, and stood behind for 17 years in New Zealand,” says Tim Myers, Norwood Chief Executive Officer.
“We are disappointed to farewell a brand we have been selling for such a long time. We are also incredibly disappointed for our own staff and customers who have a longstanding and loyal association with the New Holland brand,” Myers added.
“We respect CNHI’s decision and wish them well. However, Norwood will continue to provide industry leading service to New Zealand farmers and growers.”
Norwood also offers a broad portfolio of leading global machinery brands and undoubtedly now explore new opportunities for growth and innovation.
“We are excited to actively pursue new technology to benefit Kiwi farmers and growers,” Myers says. “We remain committed to the highest standard of service and support to all our customers, including existing New Holland customers.”
At this stage, Rural News understands that it remains unclear what the situation is regarding New Holland tractors, combines and machinery that are on order or awaiting delivery. However, any customers requiring immediate support should contact their local authorised Case IH dealer.
Global tyre manufacturer Michelin has extended its agricultural trailer tyre range, with the introduction of its new WorkxBib series, designed for tipping trailers, slurry tankers and manure spreaders.
Following the record-breaking success of its hydrogen-powered Hydromax, JCB is ramping up its investment in the business, key to the first major change at the executive level of the business, with George Bamford stepping up to the post of joint chairman, alongside his father Lord Bamford.
During calf rearing, logistics can play an important role in getting the job done quickly and efficiently.
Massey Ferguson has announced a strategic supply partnership with International Tractors Limited (ITL), a manufacturer of low-horsepower and compact tractors, with recognised brands such as Sonalika and Sollis, to expand its portfolio with a new tractor range.
With the biannual Italian EIMA machinery Expo less than a month away, Case IH has taken out a Technical Evolution award for the Advanced Vehicle Suspension system available on its Optum 360–440 series tractors.
The Advanced Vehicle Suspension system, available on Optum 360, 390, and 440 models, responds to changing conditions, automatically adjusting how the suspension reacts to absorbs shocks and controlling vehicle movement.
In operation, sensors monitor the vibrations transmitted from the tractor chassis to the operator cabin, allowing the system to adjust suspension damping in real time. The control system incorporates key priorities, such as comfort at lower speeds and stability as speed increases, while also reacting to factors such as lower tyre pressures, where the tyres absorb more of the initial shock.
Case IH said as suspension requirements change throughout the working day, as tractors move between the paddock and road transport, the system manages suspension response in the background as tasks, speeds and conditions change, leaving the operator without the need to make manual adjustments.
Richard Hollins, Optum series tractors global product manager, said: “Pioneering technology must earn its place in the working day. Farmers and contractors will judge an investment by what it delivers, including manageable ownership costs, dependable up-time and the versatility to tackle different jobs. With AVS, we are putting intelligent control to work for comfort and stability, without giving the operator another setting to manage.”
Organised by FederUnacoma, the Italian Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers Federation, the contest has been part of EIMA since 1986, with the Technical Evolution distinction awarded to products that introduce original improvements to solutions already manufactured or patented.
www.caseih.com
With fireworks on sale from today and the election five days away, the NZ Veterinary Association says the issue deserves another look.
Farmlands has reported higher operating earnings and a profit before income tax of $4.5 million, up 118.9%, for the year ended 30 June 2026.
AgriZeroNZ has invested a further NZ$17.7 million in methane vaccine developer ArkeaBio and NZ$5.1 million in BioLumic, a New Zealand-founded company that uses ultraviolet light to develop low-emissions pasture..
Good news for Fonterra farmers. The co-op has raised this season’s farmgate milk price mid-point by 25c to $9.75/kgMS.
OPINION: Political parties are getting plenty of advice and recommendations from sector groups as the election approaches.
In farming there are external factors that can influence behaviour of a whole herd, such as a bad weather event, triggering false positive heat detections or health attentions.
OPINION: The same mainstream media muppets that brought you Jacindamania in 2017 have been flat out pimping for the Opportunities…
OPINION: Your old mate reckons the atrocious way farmers in the UK are treated by their lords and masters in…
