Machinery News

Land drainage is as old as agriculture itself and many of the existing systems from the early 20th century onwards still work today, says Andrew Wright, of Miles Drainage 20 Ltd. However, their performance is usually inadequate so they have been, or need to be, replaced by modern drainage systems – normally using shingle backfill and in clay soils, mole draining as a secondary treatment.

When South Lanarkshire farmer Duncan Allison decided it was time to replace his aging muck spreader, he spent a day at the Royal Highland Show comparing the options. 

At an exclusive press event at its UK head office in Saxham at the end of October, Claas unveiled the latest generation of Axion 9 tractors ahead of the official launch at Agritechnica. Daniel Hodge reports.

At Agritechnica 2025, Mitas unveils its new Granterra tyre range, designed to meet the demands of the most powerful tractors.

Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited is showcasing its latest technology, including the next-generation electric hybrid tractor – the TAFE EVX75 – at Agritechnica 2025.

New Holland is showcasing a wide range of new technologies at this year’s Agritechnica, held in Hanover, Germany, between 9th and 15th November.

Case IH has revealed its latest Puma tractor, the RB6 series baler, the Farmall M tractor, and more at Agritechnica 2025.

It may not be a big change, but switching from a bolted to a latched swing-away cover on Bauer’s latest Rainstar E-Series reel irrigators makes life that little bit simpler for operators.

Machinery dealer Ripon Farm Services has confirmed that its operating loss more than doubled in 2024, driven by, among other factors, the decline in sales.

The former Rea Valley Tractors site in Shrewsbury has been put up for sale for almost £3,000,000. 

JCB recently celebrated its 80th anniversary, which also coincided with the company chairman’s 80th birthday.

Kuhn Farm Machinery has revealed the Karan high-capacity trailed sprayer range aimed at farmers and contractors requiring high daily spraying outputs and innovative technology to improve application accuracy.