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STEYR’s “Multi” becomes even more versatile

26 Mar , 2015  

The STEYR Multi is available with a factory-fitted front loader with immediate effect. The Multi thus is the only STEYR tractor that, in addition to ‘loader-ready’, can also be directly ordered with factory-fitted front loader arms. The proven Hydrac model EK 2200 is mounted at the St. Valentin plant in STEYR (SF 3720) design. Remo […]

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Used tractors you can trust

24 Mar , 2015  

Mid Antrim Tractors are one of the leading farm machinery exporters in Ireland, selling tractors and handlers worldwide from their base in Ballyclare. Their products can be tailored precisely to their customers needs and are very much in demand according to Export Manager Andrew Mawhinney. Based in Ballyclare, Co Antrim, Mid Antrim Tractors are a […]

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Kildorough Mushrooms continue to grow

23 Mar , 2015  

The business of growing mushrooms has been ongoing in Ireland for many, many years and they are used extensively in cooking, in various cuisines. Mushrooms are a low-calorie food eaten cooked or raw and as garnish to a meal. Dietary mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins, while when exposed to ultraviolet light, vitamin […]

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Thomas is keeping her Country

20 Mar , 2015  

Country Crest is one of the largest growers of potatoes and onions in Ireland and owners Michael and Gabriel Hoey are passionate about their company and its produce. In Thomas Murphy they found a like-minded individual to manage their farm. “Farming a 3,000 acre site is a big responsibility. You go to bed at night […]

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Zetor roadshow planned

19 Mar , 2015  

Zetor distributor McHale Plant Sales is putting final plans in place for a roadshow that will visit nine of their main dealer outlets during the period April 7th – 16th next. Dealers being visited are Gorman Tractor Sales, Dundalk Tuesday, April 7th, McKeever Tractors, Portglenone (8th), Jacobs Service Station, Enniscrone (9th), David Garrihy Tractors, Ennistymon […]

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Spreading the word

18 Mar , 2015  

For the past 35 years, Meath Farm Machinery Ltd. has been supplying a top range service to a large customer base that covers a wide range of counties. Established by dealer principal Peter Timmons at Kilberry, Co Meath in 1979, the success of the business has seen two additional premises being opened during the intervening […]

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New CASE 570N EP Tractor Loader

18 Mar , 2015  

CASE Construction Equipment introduces the new 570N EP – a powerful yet efficient tractor loader optimized for loader and attachment use in site prep, landscaping, construction and agricultural applications. Weighing in at 11,134 pounds and rated at 74 horsepower, the 570N EP features CASE’s particulate matter catalyst – a maintenance-free Tier 4 Final solution that […]

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Michelin unveils Agri Concept Tyre with unique tread pattern

12 Mar , 2015  

Michelin has unveiled what it believes will be the next generation of agricultural tyres. The concept tyre has a tread pattern shaped like an ear of wheat – distinctly different to the conventional V-shaped or herringbone design that farmers know so well. It features a central rigid rubber block formed by the wheat grains with […]

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Walmsley the way to go for tractors

12 Mar , 2015  

When it comes to purchasing new and second hand tractors you should look no further than Walmsley Tractors Ltd of Fermanagh. They boast 45 years experience in the market and know their tractors inside out. “We pride ourselves on quality and service,” replies Managing Director Stephen Walmsley when asked: what sets Walmsley Tractors apart from […]

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Half a century and counting …

11 Mar , 2015  

For over 50 years, JR Perry Ltd. has been offering an unrivalled agricultural machinery solution to farmers in Kildare and surrounding counties. We dropped into the Athy head office and discussed the history and current well-being of this exceptional second-generation family business with managing director Stephen Perry. When a company boasts an impressive track record […]

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