Author Posts: David Williams

New tractors, loaders and a baler for New Holland

New Holland demonstrated new and updated machines on a farm in north Germany ahead of their public launch at Agritechnica this November. David Williams was there.

New Fendt tractor models and updates

A major Fendt press event provided the first opportunity for agricultural journalists to view and test-drive new tractors from 103–550hp ahead of their public launch at Agritechnica. David Williams reports.

New launches for Massey Ferguson

Massey Ferguson combined the launch of new 8S Xtra-series tractors with an opportunity for European agricultural journalists to visit its new Agrispace customer experience centre in early July. David Williams was there.

Chemical-free crop desiccation coming this year

A new chemistry-free solution for potato and cover crop desiccation will be available in the UK this year. David Williams reports.

Vervaet beet harvesters get significant upgrades

David Williams enjoyed an early test-drive of the popular upgraded self-propelled beet harvesters.

JCB handler range: Upgrades and additional models

David Williams spent a day trying out JCB’s new wheeled loader, telehandler and small articulated loader on the company’s Staffordshire farm.

Used tractor purchase proved need and confirmed benefits

Investment in a pair of mid-size, more versatile tractors to replace one larger model is proving worthwhile for a growing Bedfordshire-based farming and contracting business. David Williams reports.

On-farm demonstration day highlights why premium tyres are worth the investment

A practical on-farm demonstration day was used by Alliance to highlight advantages of the company’s latest agricultural tyres. David Williams reports.

New planting and harvesting products offer versatility

Grimme displayed and demonstrated exciting new products at an exclusive German press event attended by Farmers Guide. David Williams reports.

New tractors, combines and sprayers in action at German press event

John Deere staged a press event in Germany in mid-August, at which there was the opportunity to experience the latest combines, tractors and sprayers working in the field. David Williams was there.

New flagship combine impresses with its performance in oilseed rape

New Holland’s new combine is attracting plenty of interest from potential customers during low-key demonstration days this harvest. David Williams spent a day with it.

Six latest machinery launches at Cereals 2024

Now the dust has settled on one more Cereals Event, we can all consider the show’s impact on cereal types, technology and, of course, the latest machinery that has been unveiled. Farmers Guide machinery contributor, David Williams, guides you through six key machinery launches from Cereals 2024.

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