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Michelin adds largest tyre to backhoe loader, telehandler and small tractor range

27 Oct , 2021  

Michelin has introduced the largest size of its multi-purpose, all-season CrossGrip tyre. The new 540/80 R38 fitment takes the range up to 13 dimensions in total, available on both the original equipment and replacement markets. Commenting, Gordon Brookes, Michelin’s Customer Engineering Support Manager, says: “Since we first launched the CrossGrip in 2018 it has proved […]

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Synonymous with quality farm feed supplements for 40 years

26 Oct , 2021  

Celebrating 40 years in business, David Taylor Animal Nutrition Ltd is an independent business that produces high-quality vitamin and mineral supplements for the animal feed industry. Founded in 1981 by David and Bridget Taylor, the company continues to go from strength to strength under the direction of their son Mark who assumed the role of […]

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62 years (and counting) for Castleisland Co-Op Mart

21 Oct , 2021  

Established in 1959, Castleisland Co-op Livestock Mart Ltd is a farmer owned co-operative which provides a livestock auctioneering service. Irish Tractor & Agri touched base with Mart Manager Nelius McAuliffe recently to hear about the popular mart which holds its weekly sales every Monday and Wednesday. Situated in the heart of Castleisland, Castleisland Co-Operative Livestock […]

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Delivering projects at an exceptional level of quality

19 Oct , 2021  

Based in Clonmel, Co Tipperary, JB Structural Steel Ltd are experts when it comes to fabricating, erecting and stocking steel in the agricultural, commercial and residential markets. Irish Tractor & Agri touched base with company owner and founder John English to find out more about what is a thriving business down in the Premier County. […]

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Declan Gilligan Agri – a spreading service

14 Oct , 2021  

Regardless of type, fertiliser spreaders must essentially perform two functions; meter the flow of fertiliser and distribute it across the spreading width to give a uniform application. These days the demand for bigger machines with greater output means twin disc machines are now the norm, even for entry level. Your average twin disc spreader will […]

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Upcoming Live Virtual Online Bord na Móna Auctions managed by Wilsons Auctions

12 Oct , 2021  

Over 300 Lots of surplus engineering equipment, machinery, tractors and much more are to be sold at auction. Wilsons Auctions, Ireland and UK’s largest independent auction company, is continuing with its Bord Na Móna contract with another two virtual online auctions coming up in October and November. All auctions will be managed by the Dublin […]

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Gerry McDonnell Agri – one of the best in the West

12 Oct , 2021  

Trading for over 20 years, Gerry McDonnell Agri in Crossmolina, Co. Mayo is a one-stop shop for all your agricultural contracting needs. Committed to delivering a top-class service and complete customer satisfaction, the family-run business has a wide range of machinery to carry out your work quickly and efficiently, providing you with value-for-money and an […]

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Timber!

7 Oct , 2021  

Since 1992, Roundwood Timber Ltd has come from humble beginnings to providing a complete range of forestry consultancy advice and harvesting services to private forest owners in Ireland. This family run business established by Noel Kenna and based in Roundwood, Wicklow has seen its client base increase considerably during the last 29 years and their […]

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High standards remain at Murlock Construction

5 Oct , 2021  

Based in Rathangan, Co Kildare, Murlock Construction provides its clients with high quality construction services. Irish Tractor & Agri touched base with company co-director Sean Murphy to learn all about this thriving company – from its origins to the state of business today.  These are busy times at Murlock Construction and the plan for co-directors […]

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Fendt combine’s sky high performance for Meath farmer

1 Oct , 2021  

Co Meath has some of the most productive agricultural land the island of Ireland has to offer. Nestled on a hill, overlooking the surrounding picturesque countryside and with views of the Irish Sea is home to the 6th generation Dorey family farm. It is here that John Dorey farms a mix of winter and spring […]