Wine competitions - their advantages and disadvantages, and even the relevance of entering, will usually ignite a good discussion amongst wine folk.

Every year in April, or there-a-bouts, large groups of people gather together for the annual ritual of harvest.

Massey Ferguson is strengthening its position in the specialist tractor sector with the launch of two models, which make up the MF 3600 Series. 

The fourth generation of the Valtra T Series offers models with 155-250hp and up to 1000Nm torque, a large amount of power to take on demanding tasks.

Offerings from some of Europe’s leading farm machinery manufacturers, including Claas, Amazone, JCB and Fliegl, will be on display at the Claas Harvest Centre display.

Innovation in dairy technology from the GEA equipment range will include WestfaliaSurge and Milfos milking equipment, Houle effluent handling equipment and Norbco barn systems.

New product and new models across Origin Agroup's range will be of special interest to Fieldays visitors.

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. 

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.

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.