January 8, 2026
Alvan Blanch shows storage tech
Latest technologies on the Alvan Blanch stand at LAMMA include a DF dryer which can be supplied in mobile format for transporting between stores.
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News
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January 7, 2026
Storth King Cobra slurry pump
The King Cobra from Storth Machinery is a high-performance chopper slurry pump built for the toughest conditions.
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January 7, 2026
Dual function Spead-a-Bale
Spread-a-Bale’s first ever dual function machine heading to LAMMA has a new head which combines feeding forage and straw spreading.
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January 6, 2026
Larger Kubota patch for George Browns
George Browns has extended its Kubota agricultural and ground care operating area east from its Dunmow depot in Essex to cover Colchester, Harwich and Maldon.
Tests and Reviews
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January 8, 2026
Claas Axion 9.450: Listening carefully
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Claas has used Axion 900 owner and operator feedback to develop a more hard-hitting heavy-weight line-up, with over 60% of the tractor being changed to create the Axion 9. We take a closer…
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December 22, 2025
Whatever happened to: the Horsch AT200
REPORT: Thirty years ago, Horsch launched the AT200, which was intended to open up a wider customer base for its self-propelled business. In the heyday of multifunctional tool carriers, Horsch was competing with other manufacturers…
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December 22, 2025
Hadley Farms revisit: Future-proofing the business
REPORT: In the three years since we last caught up with Warwickshire-based Hadley Farms, much has changed. The farm has embraced a 93ha solar scheme, which brings security to farm incomes for the next 30…
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Tractors
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January 8, 2026
Claas Axion 9.450: Listening carefully
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Claas has used Axion 900 owner and operator feedback to develop a more hard-hitting heavy-weight line-up, with over 60% of the tractor being changed to create the Axion 9. We take a closer…
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December 22, 2025
Whatever happened to: the Horsch AT200
REPORT: Thirty years ago, Horsch launched the AT200, which was intended to open up a wider customer base for its self-propelled business. In the heyday of multifunctional tool carriers, Horsch was competing with other manufacturers…
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December 21, 2025
Front-mounted presses and cultivators: Adding to the tillage toolbox
TUNING: With front linkages now pretty much a default fit on more powerful tractors, it clearly makes sense to utilise this extra tool-carrying potential. Our readers have been sharing their front-mounted tillage tackle.
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Ploughs and Cultivators
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December 20, 2025
Kverneland 3400B Variomat on-land/in-furrow plough: Bolts with brains
DRIVING IMPRESSION: There are tweaks and changes a-plenty on Kverneland’s latest generation B-series shear bolt ploughs. We took to the field with a six-furrow model from the 3400B range which features a host of improvements…
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October 26, 2025
Väderstad trailed Carrier and Carrier XT: XT. Two letters. Big difference
USED MACHINERY: Adding XT to the Väderstad Carrier name may be short and simple but choosing between a used trailed Carrier and Carrier XT is more involved. These variants differ not just in their chassis…
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September 2, 2025
Whatever happened to the Lemken VariTansanit
REPORT: At Agritechnica 20 years ago, Lemken made a big splash with the presentation of its VariTansanit reversible ploughs. Claimed to operate behind smaller tractors, be more fuel efficient and reduce wheel slip, the new…
Materials Handling Equipment
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November 14, 2025
Ostler K2TT yard loader: Stable for your stable
DRIVING IMPRESSION: The Ostler K2TT is not only of sturdy build — it also stands firm. Stability comes from the telescopic front axle, which is one of several intriguing features we discovered during our test.
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November 14, 2025
Schäffer 9640 T-3: Fresh furniture
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Schäffer has introduced its third generation of 9640T telescopic wheeled loader with the biggest differences found in the more driver-focused cab.
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November 13, 2025
Caterpillar 938 Ag: Tweaks to farm Cat
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Caterpillar has freshened up its biggest agri-orientated loading shovel, the 938 Agrar, which offers a high level of comfort and a number of nice details.
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November 12, 2025
High reach telehandlers: Aiming high
REPORT: Telehandlers are growing in capacity and reach as businesses look to get more from these versatile machines.
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November 11, 2025
Fendt Cargo 5.90 Profi front loader: Lots of possibilities…
PRACTICAL TEST: Lots of possibilities but nothing is a must. The Cargo 5.90 Profi is part of the latest generation of Fendt loaders, which can have all of the latest handling technology options. We gave…
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November 9, 2025
High-tip bucket: Filling higher trailers
WORKSHOP: With a lift height of 3.20 metres and an unloading height of just 2.20 metres when the bucket is fully tipped, these are stats that make the loading of woodchip into a high-sided trailer…
Drills And Planters
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October 20, 2025
AGRITECHNICA PREVIEW: Agritechnica is back
REPORT: The major European machinery event makes a return next month having last taken place in 2023. And if the huge number of new tractors and machinery already announced is anything to go by, this…
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September 3, 2025
Horizon Agricultural Machinery: Looking up
REPORT: The DSX no-till drill accounts for roughly two thirds of the 400+ Horizon machines delivered so far. We’ve been to see where it is made.
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August 1, 2025
KRM Sola GS300: A bit of what you know
DRIVING IMPRESSION: When KRM asked Sola for a grass sowing drill, the Spanish company was able to utilise several parts from its existing machines to come up with the GS300. We caught up with one…
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August 1, 2025
Pöttinger Aerosem VT DD cultivator drill: Run VT
PRACTICAL TEST: By making its wider power harrow drill combination a semi-mounted unit, it's not only easier to take on and off but also considerably reduces the amount of load on the tractor. We tested…
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July 6, 2025
Front hopper seed delivery routing: Leading to the rear
TUNING: When using a front hopper for seed or fertiliser, there is always the challenge on where and how to route the delivery pipes to the rear-mounted machine, with fitting the mounting brackets being the…
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June 7, 2025
B H Savidge & Son streamlines potato planting process: One pass potatoes
B H Savidge & Son streamlines potato planting process: The UK approach to planting potatoes is largely a one size fits all method, varying conditions dictate speed rather than how much metal is in the…
Mowers, Tedders and Rakes
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November 13, 2025
Hemp harvest at Guiting Manor Farms: The next big hit
REPORT: Industrial hemp now forms a useful component within one Gloucestershire farm’s rotation, favoured for its low cost of production that provides a source of renewable fibres for industrial use. In addition to sequestering carbon,…
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November 12, 2025
Samasz Mamut 280 front and Mamut 860 Twin rear flail mowers:
PRACTICAL TEST: In its range of mulchers, Samasz has the Mamut series, including a triple flail set-up that's capable of shredding large amounts of organic matter ... as we found out.
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October 20, 2025
AGRITECHNICA PREVIEW: Agritechnica is back
REPORT: The major European machinery event makes a return next month having last taken place in 2023. And if the huge number of new tractors and machinery already announced is anything to go by, this…
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September 3, 2025
Rhys Lewis Agri Hire: Knowledge and a dollop of bravery
REPORT: With the jump in machinery prices, it takes a bit of nerve and a healthy dollop of ambition to go out and buy a selection of kit with the aim of starting a hire…
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August 3, 2025
Coombe End Farms: Adapt and thrive
REPORT: With the ongoing uncertainty concerning farm support and thus cropping plans, machinery investment involves some tricky decisions over which equipment will remain cost effective over its lifetime. A Müthing MU-M 600/F Vario flail mower…
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May 9, 2025
Fendt Former 920C Pro rake: Tech and two rotors
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Fendt has redesigned its two-rotor rake line-up, adding new features such as the ProConnect concept with the FlexHigh and MyMemory features. We take a look.
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