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Dyna-4 transmission extends choice for MF 5700 Global Series tractors

9 Apr , 2018  

Massey Ferguson is extending and expanding the appeal of its ground-breaking MF 5700 Global Series tractors Series with its renowned Dyna-4 transmission now available for the four-cylinder MF 5710 and MF 5711 models. These 100hp and 110hp Dyna-4 models will also be offered with the option of cab suspension. The new additions, which made their […]

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Update on enforcement of drivers hours rules during animal fodder crisis

6 Apr , 2018  

There has been on-going liaison over the past few days between the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Road Safety Authority about HGV transport operations associated with the delivery of animal fodder during the current fodder crisis. Recognising the extraordinary and unexpected circumstances linked to […]

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AR Engineering Services – a cut above

6 Apr , 2018  

As well as manufacturing the renowned Arbocut series of hedge cutters, AR Engineering Services Ltd. is also the first port of call for farmers who need to have their hedge cutting equipment repaired, serviced, tested or reconditioned. We caught up with founder Anthony Roche to get an insight into their exceptional, market-leading operation. AR Engineering […]

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Unprecedented effect of HyCare on Salmonella in pigs

5 Apr , 2018  

“HyCare contributes positively to Public Health,” says Arjan Wermink, HyCare coach at MS Schippers. “It’s all about hygiene and acidifying drinking water with a good approach on the zoonosis Salmonella in pigs. ” Contamination with the Salmonella bacterium occurs on virtually every pig farm. However, practical tests show that weaned piglets are protected in a […]

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Exceptional livestock sales in three central locations

4 Apr , 2018  

Established in 2005 as the result of a merger of Birr, Nenagh and Roscrea Co-op Marts, Central Auctions Co-Operative Marts is a farmer-owned co-operative with some 1,500 shareholders. We caught up with CEO Michael Harty to get an insight into the synergies inherent in this remarkable success story. While Central Auctions Co-Operative Marts is in […]

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Farm Waste recycling – Waste not, want not

3 Apr , 2018  

Pat O’Sullivan of Farm Waste Recycling (FWR) Ltd works hand-in-hand with the IFFPG – Ireland’s only approved farm plastics recycling compliance scheme – to continuously provide a top class service in Kerry and Limerick. Pat O’Sullivan of Farm Waste Recycling (FWR) Ltd always endeavours to serve his farming client base with the greatest efficiency and […]

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The slurry storage system experts

29 Mar , 2018  

Tank Storage Systems has been providing slurry storage and handling solutions to the agricultural and anaerobic digestion sectors for four decades. Experts in the supply and installation of Permastore slurry stores, storage tanks and handling systems for slurry and waste liquids, the Co. Kildare-based company continues to go from strength to strength by offering an […]

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Easy does it with John Deere’s new compact tractor

28 Mar , 2018  

John Deere’s new 3038E compact tractor is an economical and versatile machine suitable for a variety of customers, from small-scale livestock and equestrian operations to rural property owners and landscape contractors. The 3038E is equipped with a powerful, emissions-compliant Stage IV diesel engine developing 37.3hp, and is available with four-wheel drive as standard. Features include […]

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JCB introduces tougher, bigger capacity multi shovel range

28 Mar , 2018  

An expanded range of tougher and bigger capacity Multi Shovel attachments for JCB Loadall telehandlers gives farmers and contractors a larger choice of sizes and configurations. The Multi Shovel is part of a comprehensive selection of JCB AGRI attachments certified for use and supplied ready to mount on JCB equipment. It combines a tough bucket […]

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Etra caters for your piggery housing and equipment needs

28 Mar , 2018  

Etra Feeders Ltd has been a leading manufacturer and supplier of housing and equipment to the pig industry for over 25 years. Based in Benburb, Co. Tyrone, the company provides a wide range of state-of-the-art housing and equipment designed to meet the requirements of the modern pig farm. Founded by Samuel McLoughlin in 1991, Etra […]