Modern technology has seen huge advancements in the way that farming practices are conducted these days. Time is of the essence in the farming community and with the machinery available, work can be done many times quicker than was the case in the past. Agricultural contractors have embraced the new machinery with open arms as […]
There are many standards to be met with regards the quality of tyres used on vehicles these days and with new regulations that have been introduced, the tyre industry and indeed motorists are benefiting hugely. EC regulations requires tyres to have performance labels, with the aim of encouraging people to purchase tyres with superior environmental […]
In May, Cork dairy farmer Peter and Paula Hynes picked up two awards at the Zurich Farm Insurance Farmer of the Year awards at the Ballsbridge Hotel in Dublin. Irish Tractor & Agri caught up with the man himself to learn more about his operation and what the recent recognition means to him and his […]
The 110hp (max output) McCormick X6.35, 119hp X6.45 and the range-topping 126hp X6.55 being exhibited at the event, slot neatly into the range between the slightly smaller 85-113hp McCormick X5 Series and the larger 111-140hp X6.4 Series tractors. “These new models provide an attractive option for operators wanting extra power and performance over our […]
Having changed its tyre strategy four years ago, Scottish potato farmer James D Reid & Partners from Montrose is now reaping the rewards and is set to achieve 5,000 hours from its original Michelin AgriBib Row Crop tyres. On contract to frozen potato products producer McCain’s since 1987 and farming 750 acres from its site […]
O’Meara Family Farm in Co Tipperary has seen quite an expansion over the last 37 years. Irish Tractor & Agri learned more about the family milking specialists from Portroe after hearing from Denis and Declan O’Meara recently. Business is good right now for the O’Mearas in Portroe, Co Tipperary and the plan is to maintain […]
Liam Mulcaire and CJN Plant Ltd. are synonymous with outstanding agri contracting and plant hire services. We travelled to Rathkeale in West Limerick to find out more about this exceptional operation. Farmers from within a 15-mile radius of Rathkeale in County Limerick know they can depend on Liam Mulcaire of CJN Plant Ltd. to provide […]
Ireland’s largest bagged salad producer Willowbrook Foods has secured an additional €2.5m worth of business in the ROI market for 2018. The result of a targeted growth strategy in ROI, Willowbrook Foods has secured the additional business through both increasing sales with existing customers and winning new partnerships within the foodservice and retail sectors. Willowbrook, […]
County Laois farmer Eamonn Holohan took top honours in the Beef Farmer of the Year category at the Farmer of the Year Awards which were held at the Ballsbridge Hotel in Dublin back in late May. His son Willie reflects on a proud night for the Holohan family. The Zurich Farm Insurance Farming Independent Farmer […]
Growing our own food can be fun, but there is a science and skill to it as well. In Ireland 4,300 ha of vegetables with a farm gate value of €67m are grown annually. Traditionally vegetable production took place close the main centres of population, such as Dublin and Cork. It’s no surprise that Dublin […]
