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Massey Ferguson MF 8S.265 Dyna E-Power Exclusive wins Tractor of the Year 2021

1 Feb , 2021  

Massey Ferguson is delighted to announce the MF 8S.265 Dyna E-Power Exclusive is the winner of Tractor Of The Year 2021. This prestigious award, judged by a jury from 26 European countries, was presented at a special Tractor Of The Year 2021 fully digital event ceremony, on 18th December. “Everyone at Massey Ferguson is overjoyed to […]

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New options for Forwarder booms

1 Feb , 2021  

John Deere is launching redesigned jib boom options equipped with a hidden hose extension for forwarders with CF5, CF7 and CF7S booms. The redesigned jib booms bring a clear improvement in usability, durability and serviceability. The new XI-designated hidden hose extensions will be an available option for the 910G, 1010G, 1110G, 1210G and 1510G forwarders […]

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GMC Agri – Servicing the needs of the customer

28 Jan , 2021  

Agricultural contractors provide a wide range of services and all carry out their work in a professional and efficient manner. Baled silage, slurry, reseeding are just a few of main services provided by Cavan based GMC Agri Ltd who we profile for this month’s edition if Irish Tractor. For the last number of months Irish […]

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“We’ll stand over everything we build” – Morris Trailers

26 Jan , 2021  

Need a new trailer? Look no further than the highly respected Morris Manufacturing Ltd of Enniscorthy, Co Wexford. Ken Morris and his employees would be delighted to hear from you. Established by John and Joan Morris in the 1980’s, and now run by his son, Ken, Morris Manufacturing Ltd are experts in delivering custom built […]

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Forest Machinery distributor backs call to increase felling licences

25 Jan , 2021  

Birdhill-based Komatsu Forest equipment distributor, McHale Plant Sales has given backing to efforts aimed at increasing the issue of forest felling licences. Writing to An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin in what he called his capacity as ‘a leading distributor of timber harvesting machinery to the forestry contracting sector’, company director, Michael McHale referred to the ‘impact’ […]

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70 years for Kennedy Brothers Agri Contractors

21 Jan , 2021  

Operating for 70 years, Kennedy Bros Agri Contractors Ltd continues to serve the needs of farmers all throughout the midlands and west of Ireland. Irish Tractor & Agri heard more about the family-run concern from one of its three directors, John Kennedy recently. Business is good right now at Kennedy Bros Agri Contractors Ltd and […]

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Skippy Scout v2.5 speeds up crop walking

20 Jan , 2021  

A new version of a pioneering mobile app has been launched by agricultural software specialist Drone Ag. “Skippy Scout, version 2.5, is a big step forward. The original Skippy app could fly a drone to scout points in a field five times faster than traditional crop walking. The new 2.5 version has more functionality and […]

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Kilkenny’s farm machinery specialists

19 Jan , 2021  

Established in 2007, Eardly Agricultural Service Ltd has grown to become recognised as a leading company in the South East for the sales and repairs of all types of agricultural machinery and parts. Irish Tractor & Agri touched base with Managing Director Michael Eardly recently to find out more. Business is good right now at Eardly Agricultural […]

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Mastek’s Micro Trailing Shoe is another landmark innovation

14 Jan , 2021  

Mastek Ltd was established in Cootehill in 2000 and initially developed a stellar reputation manufacturing forklift masts for the material handling industry. However, since 2009, Mastek has concentrated solely on the manufacture of specialised, value-added, low-emission agricultural machinery. All products are regularly updated in line with the latest technology and innovations, ensuring unrivalled efficiency backed […]

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“Anything a farmer wants done, I can do it”

12 Jan , 2021  

Nenagh, County Tipperary-based Pat Dunne Agri Contractors has been satisfying the needs of the local farming community for over 34 years. Pat’s son Damien is carrying on a proud family tradition and the ever dependable duo are available to support the farmer throughout the year with a range of services. 35-year-old Damien grew up in […]