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LAMMA AT 40: 4 DECADES OF SUCCESS

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Lamma, which has grown to become Britain’s most successful agricultural show.

his year marks the 40th anniversary of LAMMA, which has grown to become Britain’s most successful agricultural machinery show. As the celebrations begin, Simon Henley takes a look back at the event’s illustrious history. In January 1982, a small agricultural machinery show dedicated to local agricultural equipment manufacturers from the county of Lincolnshire, was hosted at the Lincolnshire Showground. The show was called LAMMA (Lincolnshire Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers Association) and duringitsfirstyear,itfeatured 50 exhibitors and was visited by approximately 2,500 farmers and contractors. Thefirstshowmadeasmall profit,whichencouragedthe organisers to establish the LAMMA show as an annual feature. Today, LAMMA is the UK’s leading agricultural machinery and equipment event and this year as the show celebrates its 40-year anniversary, we talk with some of the people involved in the event’s success. FOUNDERS The original founders of LAMMA, included Roland Marshall, Bob Barber, Ray LarringtonandGeoaBottom. Mr Marshall was a machinery lecturer from Riseholme College and an established agricultural journalist. Bob Barber was head

of machinery at Caythorpe College, Ray Larrington was a muck-spreader and trailer manufacturer from Boston, and GeoaBottomwasthesales director of Witham Oil and Grease in Lincoln. In the early 1980s, agriculture was experiencing a global slump.Theeaectofthis economic decline, would result in numerous corporate mergers and sadly, the demise of some long-established British tractor and machinery manufacturers. Mr Marshall knew a lot of farmers, dealers and agricultural engineers within the county of Lincolnshire, and he was keen to establish an event which would serve as a means of educating upcoming farmers about new machinery on the market. Former LAMMA chair, John Sartain, says: “Roland Marshall understood that Lincolnshire was home to many small blacksmith and agricultural engineering businesses, which couldnotaaordadvertising or national exposure at large events like the Royal Show or SmithfieldShow.Byestablishing anaaordableannuallocal show, his idea was that these businesses could showcase their products to local farmers and contractors.” Mr Larrington shared the same sentiments. Besides having conversations with Mr Marshall and Mr Barber, he and Mr Bottom had often discussed the importance of having an event in Lincolnshire, for Lincolnshire

businesses. Today, Mr Larrington’s son Richard Larrington is the managing director of Larrington Trailers. Having witnessed his father’s passion for LAMMA, Richard has since exhibited at every single LAMMA show and, won more LAMMA awards than any other exhibitor to date. “Ibelievemyfatherwasthefirst LAMMA committee chair,” says Richard. “Dad was very passionate about the LAMMA show and as one of the original founding members, he worked very hard togettheeventoatheground.” ThefirstLAMMAshowwas hosted in a building at the Lincolnshire Showground. It was by all accounts an informal if not slightly ad hoc event, as LAMMA co-founder and former chair, Mr Bottom says: “In the early years, it was all hands on decks to set up the event before it opened to the public. My son Nigel can still remember being taken out of school, to help me mark out the exhibitors stands with a tape measure and a piece of chalk. “Our company supplied lubricants and paint to many of the manufacturers in Lincolnshire. I knew Mr Marshall and Mr Barber through my work. From the beginning, we all knew LAMMA was what the Lincolnshire farm machinery manufacturing industry needed.

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#GOELECTRIC - AN EXCITING NEW RANGE OF ELECTRIC UTV’S ROM HISUN Barrus has introduced the all-new HiSun lithium-ion powered electric UTV’s into the UK

arrus has introduced the all-new HiSun lithium-ion powered electric UTVs into the UK, a range of four innovative models designed to raise the bar.

day. The versatility of this vehicle makes it ideal for multiple uses in agricultural applications, on large estates, local authorities, utilities, sport and recreation, and by conservationists.

The four power options are the HiSun 5 kW, 7.5 kW, 15 kW and a 4-seater 15 kW. All are designed to work just as hard, if not harder, than traditional fuel-powered machines.

Like its bigger brother, the Sector 7.5 kW is a reliable,

The top of the range Sector 15 kW is a real everyday workhorse with more power and torque to tackle the most challenging of terrains. With the ability to climb steep slopes, the Sector 15 easily handles 30 degree plus inclines in forward and reverse. The 4-seater version of the 15 kW UTV can transport up to four passengers, carry machinery and equipment and tow heavy loads with ease. The lithium-ion technology batteries that power both models are designed for longer run times and a single charge will keep the UTV working for a full 4 | March 2022 | AgriNews

kW UTV still has the power and torque to climb slopes over 30 degrees. The longer run times of the lithiumion batteries will keep this reliable worker going for up to 44* miles on a single charge. All models have the option of the DFK fully enclosed cab kit that includes a glass windscreen with wash/ wipe, rear screen, metal roof, and lockable doors so the UTVs can be customised depending on the customer's requirements. HiSun UTVs are true multifunctional vehicles. Featuring a winch, tow hitch and cargo bed they have the versatility to recover, carry equipment and tow powered machinery.

everyday machine with the capability to tackle a multitude of tasks whatever the weather. The open cargo bed will carry up to 280 kg/ 67 lbs ideal for transporting everything from logs, bales of hay, tools and equipment. The smallest of the lithiumion powered models, the 5

The move to electric UTVs oaersmanybenefitsover petrol powered machines. There is no compromise on power with these latest lithium-ion UTVs providing all the power needed for useinchallengingoaroad conditions. They are free from harmful carbon emissions which supports the shift to a virtually zero-

carbon economy in the drive to tackle climate change and reduce global warming. Choosing electric poweroaershuge savings in fuel costs with an overnight charge costing around £1*. There is also the bonus of no road tax as electric UTVs can be used bothonandoaroad. With no engine and fewer parts to service, electric UTVs are usually cheaper to service and maintain.

The quiet electric motor is a key attribute making these machines ideal for driving near to animals or in areas where noise needs to be kept to a minimum. An electric UTV has no

gearbox which means that acceleration is smoother making for a more comfortable ride. Roger Suckling, Sales Manager for the Vehicle Division at Barrus explains,

“In response to the growth in demand for our HiSun electricvehiclesandtooaer the very best service and support to our HiSun dealers, Barrus has expanded its engineering and production facilities with the introduction of a brand new UTV and ATV assembly centre at theirheadobceinBicester, Oxfordshire. Vehicles are fully assembled in the new facility and delivered by Barrus Transport to the dealer readyforfinalchecksbefore registering and handing over to the customer.” *Figures quoted are intended as a guide only. Cost/mileage would be dependent on usage and conditions.

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VADERSTAD INSPIRE MAKES ITS UK DEBUT

Vaderstad’s 12-metre Inspire seed drill has been making its working debut in the UK.

aderstad’s 12-metre Inspire seed drill has been making its working debut in the UK. Pictured drilling in the eastern counties, Simon Henley went to see it in action. The new Vaderstad Inspire range represents the Swedish seed drill manufacturers debut in the 12m market sector. Production of the new 1200S and 1200C models will start later this year. The new Vaderstad Inspire range represents the Swedish seed drill manufacturers debut in the 12m market sector. Production of the new 1200S and 1200C models will start later this year. If the new Vaderstad Inspire looks somewhat familiar, it is because this 12-metre seed drill is a culmination of wellproven Vaderstad components. Essentially, it incorporates the chassis of the 12m Vaderstad Tempo precision planter, with the seed delivery system from the Vaderstad Spirit. Those readers who are upto-date with recent seed drill developments, will know the Vaderstad Inspire is actually a late entry to the 12m party. Competitors such as Horsch and Bednar already produce drills of this size, while Vaderstad has only recently announced that the Inspire will go into full production at the

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end of this year. To date Vaderstad has built six pre-production versions, which are currently being demonstrated throughout Europe. The version seen workinghere,wasthefirst example produced. Having spent last year under evaluation in the Czech Republic, it was returned to Sweden for a refurbishment and has since been making a tour of the UK. The tool frame is equipped with an adjustable CrossBoard tine harrow and the double-disc coulter drilling system found on the Spirit range of drills. A direct drilling coulter system is in development. The tool frame is equipped with an adjustable CrossBoard tine harrow and the double-disc coulter drilling system found on the Spirit range of drills. A direct drilling coulter system is in development. The Vaderstad Inspire is equipped with eight seed distribution heads, to provide the new seed drill with ISOBUS section control accuracy, with section widths of 1.5m. The Vaderstad Inspire is equipped with eight seed distribution heads, to provide the new seed drill with ISOBUS section control accuracy, with section widths of 1.5m. There are two versions of the

seed drill, which include the Inspire 1200S (seen here) and the Inspire 1200C. The 1200S features a 5,000-litre seed-only hopper, while the 1200S is equipped with a 2,200-litre/5,000-litre split hopper, suitable for carrying both seed and fertiliser. According to Vaderstad regional sales manager Nick Tinker, the inspiration for the design of a larger 12m seed drill was driven by customer demand. “One of the main factors behind the introduction of the Inspire, was the feedback we were getting from Vaderstad customers who are implementingcontrolledtrabc systems,” he says. “Another factor was the need for a drill which can cover larger acreages. Field tests with the new drill have indicated the 12m Inspire is capable of planting 100 hectares/day.” POWER REQUIREMENT The manufacturer claims the minimum power requirement for the 12m Inspire is 200250hp. In reality the high leveloftractorspecification needed to operate the drill; which requires four spool valves, three oil returns, power beyond hydraulics and IsoBus connectivity, suggests tractors of 400hp+ will be better suited to handling it.

ROBOTIC MOWER OFFERS CAPACITY WITH FLEXIBILITY

One Derbyshire contractor has opted for a MDB Green Climber LV600 radio-controlled tool carrier to carry out vegetation clearing

ne Derbyshire contractor has opted for a MDB Green Climber LV600 radio-controlled tool carrier to carry out vegetation clearance on challenging terrain.GeoaAshcroftreports.

fencing, paddock and pasture maintenance and vegetation management – with the latter now accounting for about 60 per cent of his workload.

hydraulic side-shift that can be used to carry a variety of attachments.

A hedgecutter would not be strong enough for the job, but these areas can be successfully recovered and managed with a machine like the Green Climber.”

The 56hp remote controlled power unit was supplied by Kilworth Machinery and includes an expanding track frame. This widens the footprint from 1.36 metres to 1.76m to improve stability when working on steeper slopes. Up front is a pivoting headstock with 400mm of

A battery-powered radio control allows a 150m working range, keeping the operator a safe distance from the working environment. And a spare battery for the handheld remote is also contained on the LV600, and is kept recharged when the engine is running.

Overgrown vegetation is pulverised by the Green ClimbThe Green Climber LV600 is er, leaving a mulched layer the latest addition to his maof organic matter, ready for Alastair Bourne specialises in chineryfleetandisrapidly reseeding earning him a reputation for Overgrown vegetation is pulvegetation clearance using a radio-controlledflailmower. leavingahigh-qualityfinish verised by the Green Climbthat leaves challenging terrain er, leaving a mulched layer Alastair Bourne specialises in much more accessible and, of organic matter, ready for vegetation clearance using a reseeding radio-controlledflailmower. perhaps more importantly, under control. To make the most of hydrauWorking on steep, slippery lic performance, the machine terrain is a task which de“Previously, such areas would uses a quick-coupler to manmands a careful and considage remote hydraulic services ered approach when involving have to be tackled by hand, with chainsaws, or risk damfor powered attachments and machinery. But for Alastair aging tractor tyres for those cooling is carried out with an Bourne of Bourne Bespoke, with hedgecutters,” he says. auto-reversing fan. his approach involves the “Our machine takes away the Green Climber LV600 – a rarisks associated with hand BuiltbyItalianfirmMDB, dio-controlled rubber-tracked forestry mulcher that can work tools; it speeds up the job and the Green Climber uses a leavesamulchedfinish. three-cylinder turbocharged safely on 60-degree inclines. Kohler engine with an engine STABILITY oil pump system to enable He says: “There is a lot of safe operation on slopes of up estate land and forestry areas to 60 degrees. that have been left to their own “Thebetterthefinish,the slower the regrowth. And that devices over the years, with is important to customers, To ensure the unit grips well gorse, brambles and other particularly those looking to on steeper slopes, Mr Bourne vegetation taking hold. These reseed these areas with wild opted for a deep-cleated rubovergrown sites have become flowermixesorgrasses.” ber track. unworkable areas of ground.

His business, Bourne Bespoke, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, is involved in landscaping,

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100TH JAGUAR TERRA TRAC FORAGE HARVESTER FROM CLAAS

Although only three years have passed since Claas began manufacturing the Jaguar Terra Trac, the company is already celebrating the 100th model 100th JAGUAR TERRA TRAC forage harvester from CLAAS Although only a little more than three years have passed since CLAAS began manufacturing the JAGUAR TERRA TRAC, the company is already celebrating the production of the 100th model. The landmark machine rolledoatheline in Harsewinkel on 4th February and will be delivered to the main market US in a few weeks.

was behind the initiative to develop the TERRA TRAC crawler track units for a wide range of forage harvester

thepositiveside-eaects, such as smooth running characteristics and resistance to drifting on side slopes, are regarded by many farmers and contractors as equally decisive factors." Wide range of customerbenefits

CLAASoaers the TERRA TRAC crawler track units for two models – the JAGUAR 960 and the JAGUAR 990 with respective The end of maximum 2018 saw outputs of 653 CLAAS implement and 925 hp. the successful The "headland TERRA TRAC crawler protection" function, track technology whereby the two central in the JAGUAR forage support rollers are extended harvester. Optimised for downwards hydraulically, the requirements of this reduces the length of the machine segment with applications", recalls Dominik contactareasignificantly special features such as the Grothe, Senior Vice President so that the tracks have headland protection system, Forage Harvester. "The aim considerably reduced contact the JAGUAR TERRA TRAC wastooaerourcustomers with the ground when turning. made it possible for the a machine that was not only During the actual harvesting range of applications of a able to deliver high traction process, the large contact forage harvester equipped and reduced soil compaction area reduces soil compaction with crawler tracks – which for maize harvesting in and keeps rut formation to reduce both soil compaction dibcultfieldconditions, a minimum. When maize is and rut formation – to be but could also be used for being harvested in extreme extended to grassland grassland harvesting as conditions, such as may harvestingforthefirsttime, eaectivelyasatraditional be encountered in northern thereby enabling optimal wheeled machine. Germany or Denmark, the protection of the grass crawler tracks keep rut cover. "Helmut Claas himself It's interesting to note that formation down and deliver 8 | March 2022 | AgriNews

100TH JAGUAR TERRA TRAC FORAGE HARVESTER FROM CLAAS

Although only three years have passed since Claas began manufacturing the Jaguar Terra Trac, the company is already celebrating the 100th model maximum traction. Equipped with 635 mm wide tracks, the JAGUAR has an external width of less than 2.99 m and can therefore run on public roads – ideal when frequent transfers

between fieldsare required. A compact road travel width is of lesser importance in the US, the largest market for the JAGUAR TERRA TRAC. "For dairies in the eastern part of the US where approximately two-thirds of our imported JAGUAR TT are sold, TERRA TRAC technology is a kind of are insurance policy against mud in corn silage season. But also customers in the south and west harvesting in center pivot irrigated fieldsappreciatetheTERRA TRAC technology", says Dominik Grothe. "As a result of the length of the crawler tracks and the wheelbase which is longer than that of the wheeled machine, the JAGUAR TERRA TRAC can't be matched for the

smoothness of its ride when currently has a range of 13 crossing center pivot ruts or JAGUAR basic models with floodirrigateridges."North maximum outputs ranging America is also the from 408 to 925 hp. As well destination of the asoaeringawealthofunique 100th JAGUAR features, such as the wide TERRA range of cracker variants – TRAC. This from the INTENSIV CRACKER machine, and MCC CLASSIC to the with MCC MAX and the MCC serial SHREDLAGE® – along with number various front attachment drives and TERRA TRAC technology, they are notable for their high resale value and low maintenance costs. 49900100, "Forage harvesters are will be used among the most expensive initially for agricultural machines you technical training can buy and need to be used during the JAGUAR to their full capacity. They EXPERT CAMP scheduled for also require excellent service April."Ourflagshipmodel,the support with access to a JAGUAR 990 TT, accounts fast, reliable parts supply", for over 90 percent of the explains Dominik Grothe. "For TERRA TRAC machines", many customers, the TCO explains Matt Jaynes, (total cost of ownership) is a Product Manager JAGUAR key factor when it comes to at CLAAS of America. "When making a purchase decision. you're harvesting small grain Here, too, the JAGUAR forage and silage maize in is well placed with its low irrigatedfieldsinthewestern wear levels and excellent states, you're dealing with resale value – so much so, in very high yields which fact, that each machine will require correspondingly typically have three or four high engine output if you're owners over the course of its goingtoharvestebciently. life." This is why we need the 925 hp maximum output of the JAGUAR 990 here." Unique features, low TCO CLAAS, the world market leader for forage harvesters, AgriNews | March 2022 | 9

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WELSH DAIRY DEALERSHIP EXPANDS BY ALMOST DOUBLE

Lloyds Dairy Centre has almost doubled its team and taken on a new site in Pembrokeshire to meet demand from Welsh Dairy farmers.

loyds Dairy Centre has almost doubled its team and taken on a new site in Pembrokeshire to meet demand from Welsh dairy farmers. The DeLaval dealer has operated from Lampeter for 30 years and has expanded with further branches in Carmarthen and Fishguard. Manager, Owen McConochie says:

farms in Wales are looking to and have embraced new grow and are installing larger technology such as robotics parlours. “There has been tohelpusoaereveryfarm strong interest in DeLaval a variety of services from rotary parlours and robots, parlour installations to and we are installing two dynamic testing and milking rotary parlours near St Clears diagnostics.” as the moment. Growing herdsizesisdefinitelyatrend The business operates 24/7, and this has led to farms with service engineers on investing in new equipment,” hand to help farmers at any he explains. time. “We are passionate about service, and I think “We have expanded the team Almost three quarters of this has helped us grow over from 7 to 13 in 2022 to help the team is under thirty theyears.Weoaerfixed manage the level of enquiries which has been a deliberate cost maintenance packages and support that we give to strategy to encourage to help farmers budget and farmers in the area. We have talented young dairy we have a full portfolio of operated in Carmarthen since specialists to work in the chemicals and consumables 2006 and have expanded into service sector. “By using that are distributed by our Pembrokeshire this year to ourexperiencedstaato own technicians, operating further widen the area that train younger recruits, we out of both Lampeter and we cover.” have a stronger team and Fishguard.” a more sustainable future. He suggests that some Ourstaaareenthusiastic 12 | March 2022 | AgriNews

BORIS JOHNSON OPENS NEW FACTORY AS JCB GOES FOR GROWTH

Prime Minister Boris yesterday officially opened JCB’s newest factory in India as the company strengthens its global manufacturing presence

RIME Minister Boris yesterdayobcially opened JCB’s newest factory in India as the company strengthens is global manufacturing presence. With 11 factories in the UK employing more than 7,500 people,JCBfirstbegan manufacturing in India in 1979 and is now the country’s leading producer of construction equipment.

39 machines and by next year will have made a total of half a million. This country is now a major engineering power and being here has transformed our business. It has been a fabulous success, with so much more potential for growth. Such progress has only been possible by

Today Mr Johnson visited JCB’s latest factory in India – a £100 million investment plant in Gujarat which will fabricate parts for global production lines. The new factory is located in Vadodara near the port city of Surat on the West Coast of India. Joining the Prime Minister today at the opening was JCB Chairman Lord Bamford, who led JCB’s expansion in India continued investment and the in the late 1970s, including the opening of our new Gujarat openingofitsfirstfactoryin facility is an important step in Ballabgarh, near Delhi. Today growing our business here and JCB has six factories in India around the world.” at locations including Jaipur and Pune. JCB India CEO and MD Deepak Shetty said: “This new Lord Bamford said: “In its facility will create around 1,200 firstyearoffullproduction, direct jobs when complete JCB India manufactured just and thousands more in the

supply chain. It will also be a benchmark in the industry on gender diversity and modern technologies in laser cutting, welding and machining. Vadodara is a strategic location for JCB India given its proximity to ports and availability of raw materials and skilled talent. We would like to thank the Government of Gujarat for its phenomenal support with this project.” India has been JCB’s biggest market every year since 2007 and one in two of every construction machine sold in India today is made by JCB. The new facility, which is on a 47-acre site, will be capable of processing 85,000 tonnes of steel annually. The new plant will be a gender diverse manufacturing facility employing 50% women. JCB India has also set up a skills centre at the plant where young professionals will be trained to work on diverse job roles in manufacturing.

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FIRST LOOK: NEW JOHN DEERE 6R MODELS MAKE THEIR UK DEBUT

Simon Henley visits John Deere UK in Nottinghamshire to see three of the new tractors being prepared for a current UK dealer tour

nthisfirstlookatthenew John Deere 6R models, Simon Henley visits John Deere UK in Nottinghamshire to see three of the new tractors being prepared for a current UK dealer tour. The all-new John Deere 6R185 brings big power to the mid-frame 6R range, with a power output of 234hp (max with IPM). Seamless power delivery provides aggressive acceleration from rest The all-new John Deere 6R185 brings big power to the mid-frame 6R range, with a power output of 234hp (max with IPM). Seamless power delivery provides aggressive acceleration from rest TheobcialEuropeanlaunchof the new John Deere 6R-Series in Germany last December, was cancelled due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Fortunately, despite this, John Deere has since made provisions to bring three of the new 6R models in the UK, which are currently being exhibited at John Deere dealer events around the nation. Thefirstoftheseevents was hosted by Ripon Farm Services, which celebrated its 40-year anniversary at the Great Yorkshire Showground on January 19 and 20. The trio of new 6R tractors making their debut, include a large-frame 6R215 model, a small-frame four-cylinder 6R140 equipped with a John Deere 643R loader and the anticipated all-new mid-frame 6R185 six-cylinder

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tractor. With all three tractors parked in the compound in Nottinghamshire awaiting transport to the Yorkshire event, there was a brief opportunity to take an up-close look at thenewmachinesand,find out what sets them apart from the previous generation of 6R tractors. Mechanically, the new 6R models retain the engine andspecificationsoftheir predecessors. Six-pot models use the well-proven 6.8L PowrTech PVS engine, while the four-cylinder models retain the 4.5L PowrTech PSS unit. The new small-frame 6R models share the upgraded drivetrain featured throughout the new range. Additional power (IPM) is now available for hydraulic applications, in addition to PTO & transport

improved with the introduction of a panoramic windscreen wiper which integrates the washer jets for quicker and moreeaectivedirtdispersal, plus there’s the option of a panoramic roof and an electrically heated rear window. Mechanical upgrades include beefed-up drivelines and PTO systems, with the introduction of optional Intelligent Power Management (IPM) hydraulics. This automatically provides up to 40hp of engine boost, during periods of high-demand hydraulic operation. In terms of tech, all six-cylinder 6R models come AutoTrac ready from the factory and are available with John Deere’s AutoSetUp system which allows planning tasks in the PC-based JD operations centre.

Improved ComfortView cab retains the same cab frame but withalowerroofline.Interiorhas In terms of appearance, the been refreshed, replacing the new models follow the BMWprevious steering console with crafted styling cues of the an A-pillar Corner Post display previously launched 7R and Improved ComfortView cab 8Rmodels.Thisflag-design retains the same cab frame but styling introduces a new lowwithalowerroofline.Interiorhas profilecabroof,inadditiontobeen refreshed, replacing the the option of two wide-opening previous steering console with full-frame doors, or the standard an A-pillar Corner Post display B-pillar nearside door. Swinging open the ComfortView New 6R 185 cab door reveals an updated cab interior, which replaces The tractor which will arguably the conventional dash-console garnish the most attention, is with a new A-pillar Corner the 6R185. This is an all-new Post display. Forward visibility model in the mid-frame line-up, in poor weather has been which replaces the previous

FIRST LOOK: NEW JOHN DEERE 6R MODELS MAKE THEIR UK DEBUT

Although only three years have passed since Claas began manufacturing the Jaguar Terra Trac, the company is already celebrating the 100th model 6155R as the most powerful tractor available with the 2.7m wheelbase. Weighing in at 7.9T with a power rating of 185hp (234hp max with IPM), the 6R185 boasts a power-to-weight ratio of 33.7Kg/ HP. To put this into perspective, the John Deere 6250R (300hp max) at the time of its launch in 2016 boasted a class-leading output ratio of 31Kg/HP.

proven TLS ironing out the bumps, at speed the tractor felt very controllable and was impressively quiet. Forward visibility is improved thanks to the removal of the steering console and, while the bonnet is marginally longer and wider than the previous mid-frame 6155R, it does nothing to impede view of the front wheels.

CommandPro joystick control system is standard with the AutoPwr IVT transmission. In terms of transmission New electronic joystick (inset) options, the 6R185 is features sensing technology, only available in AutoPwr unlocking automatically when specification.Theinfiniterangegripped of speeds is provided by the well-proven ZF Eccom IVT unit, New 6R 140 which can be specced with top-speeds of either 40kph or While John Deere UK has yet 50kph. to acquire one of the all-new 6R150 models, there was an Coupled to John Deere’s opportunity to have a quick excellent CommandPro joystick look at the new 6R140 tractor, control system, a quick test which shares identical spec, but drive of the new 6R185 revealed produces 166hp (max with IPM) the tractor has an abundance as opposed to 177hp (max with of power. Once the tractor IPM) is moving, the ponies are delivered seamlessly throughout Designed for versatility, the entire speed range. manoeuvrability and to be capable of operating with a John Deere claim the 6R185 front-end loader, the 6R140 has unmatched acceleration; demonstration unit featured and this is no exaggeration. John Deere’s CommandQuad From a standing start, the Plus transmission. It can also 6185R stormed to a maximum be supplied with John Deere’s speed of 56kph (35mph) in just venerable AutoQuad gearbox 12-seconds, with the engine or AutoPwr IVT. settling to around 1,840rpm The 6R150 is once terminal velocity had been available with achieved. AutoPwr only. The 6140R With John Deere’s wellpictured here, is

equipped with the John Deere 643R loader, which features Dynamic Weighing technology, which can set to measure and record the exact weight of material being handled. The loader boom also featured Return-to-position and Levelto-Horizon. A new electronic joystick control, features capacitivesensing safety technology which only operates when it recognises the presence of a human hand. The joystick, which is set-up using the Command Center screen, also integrates a forward-reverse shuttle switch. This brief introduction to the new John Deere 6R models, did not enable any form of test or comparison to be made. The brief test drive we had was limited to the 6R185 only, which immediately made a strong impression, with its power deliveryandlevelofrefinement. The 6R-Series is an important tractor range in Europe and unfortunately, these tractors are scheduled to head back to Germany in the Spring. However; John Deere says it expectstoseethefirstUK-spec 6R models arriving here from July onwards.

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ACT SWIFTLY AND SAFELY TO PROTECT VALUABLE CROPS FROM PEST ATTACKS

With rapeseed and cereal prices contiuing to remain strong, it will pay to protect crops from pest damage this season

ith rapeseed and cereal prices continuing to remain strong, it will pay to protect crops from pest damage this season. That’s the advice from Andy Bailey, technical specialist at ADAMA UK, who encourages growers who need to use a pyrethroid-based insecticide to choose one which is less detrimentaltobeneficial organisms. “Oilseed rape and cereal crops have the potential to achieve exceptional returns this year,” Andy explains, “but this earning potential must beoasetagainsthighfuel and fertiliser prices which are predicted to remain well into next year’s cropping cycle. “It therefore pays to protect yields this year, not only to maximise margins for the current cropping cycle, but also to put some cash in the bank to fund what is likely to be another expensive year in 2023.” Whilst growing conditions have mostly been favourable for OSR so far this year, damage caused by pigeon grazing has already reduced the yield potential of some crops. “It therefore makes sense to protect remaining OSR plants from further damage caused by pests 16 | March 2022 | AgriNews

such as seed weevils, pod midges and brassica aphids,” Andy explains. With most winter rape crops alreadyinflower,growers and agronomists should be on the lookout for cabbage seed weevil activity as soon as temperatures start to rise. “Seed weevils can causesignificantyield losses, not only as a result of the damage caused by their hatched larvae feeding within developing pods and consuming approximately 25% of seeds before burrowing out through an exit hole, but also by subsequent populations of brassica pod midges which can cause even greater yield losses when they use the holes left by the weevil larvae to access seed pods to lay their own eggs,” Andy adds.

necessary, Andy advocates the use of one which has a reduced impact on populations of pollinators and otherbeneficialorganisms. “Tau-fluvalinate(availableas Mavrik at 240 g/litre) not only provides fast-acting contact control of cabbage seed weevil and cabbage aphid but has also been proven to have a lower residual impact on beneficialinsectscompared to other pyrethroids. “This reduced toxicity enables the natural predators of OSR pests to recover more quickly after crops have been sprayed, therefore ensuring there’s a strong population ready to challenge any subsequentinfluxesofpests.”

To further reduce the impact on‘beneficials’MrBaileyalso “Growers in known seed recommends not spraying weevil hotspots should be during the hottest part of the particularly vigilant and are day when bees and other advised to use integrated pollinators are more likely pest management protocols to be active. “Instead,” he to safeguard the natural explains,“floweringrape predatoryeaectofbeneficialcrops should be sprayed organisms. One way of in the early morning or late achieving this is, when evening when bees are less insect populations have likely to be foraging, with reached threshold, to use the evening timing providing an insecticide which has the best opportunity to a lower residual impact on control pests as there’ll still advantageous predators.” be enough residual heat to stimulate insect activity.” If treatment with a pyrethroidbased insecticide is deemed

PIG SECTOR PROBLEMS REMAIN ACUTE DUNCAN BERKSHIRE Future farmer of Yorkshire Duncan Berkshire explains the deep crisis that continues to affect pig farming across the country.

t cannot have escaped the attentions of many people over the last 10 months that we have a major crisis within the UK pig sector.

pushed forwards to make our I left vet school! pork production and standards something we should be They are also big animals that proud of and want to support. grow quickly, and they are dibculttoslowdown. Yet the challenges through There have been reports all last year of Covid-19, Brexit A bacon size pig continues overmanydiaerentformsofworkforce issues, and cheap to grow at over 1kg per day, the media following on from pork for import meant that the while eating more than 3kg of an informative protest that true colours of our food supply food. That’s one big food bill. occurred at the Conservative chain was laid bare to all. Party conference in October. We also have a lot of pigs in A race to the bottom? the pipeline since it is around We are at a huge crossroads 10 months from when a sow for UK pork production and We are all told that the starts her pregnancy until the next few months will consumer wants to support thosepigsaresentoafarm determine if we have any pig high welfare, British product, into the supply chain. farms in the UK at all. yet what the retailers and processors will put on the Thereisnotapto‘turnoa’. That sounds ridiculous, I hear shelves is often the one that That meant we had, as a you say, but this is a serious generatesmostprofit. sector,theincrediblydibcult point. decision to make, where pigs If this is from a country that had to be culled on farm as ‘World leading standards’ adheres to standards that space in pens, buildings and would be illegal in the UK then paddocks ran out. Pig production in this country so be it. has never received any ‘Backlogs remains’ subsidies and pig farmers That meant that we had the have therefore grown to be absolutely unacceptable The vast majority of the leanandebcientintheir situation over the last 6 retailers and processors costs. months where retailer shelves unfortunately did not come had ‘illegal to produce in the to the assistance of the pig Government, retailers and UK’ pork products for sale farmers, despite the fact that Red Tractor have continued while the contracts for UK pig the UK as a whole is around to push policies to improve farmers were ripped up and 45%self-subcientforpork. the health and welfare of the the pigs were not accepted by pigs produced in the UK and the supply chain. There should be ample our standards are well above capacity to avoid this having those across most of Europe, ‘Production cannot simply be to be the end result. and a light year ahead of the turnedoa’ rest of the world. Here we are, many months Pigs are great animals to work on, and the backlog of pigs on The British pig farmer has with. I should know since I farms is still there at around taken all of these on board: have worked with them every 50-60,000 extra pigs, having adapted, invested, trained and day for the last 18 years since peaked at over 200,000. AgriNews | March 2022 | 17

KUBOTA LAUNCHES UTILITARIAN VERSION OF M6 RANGE

Kubota has launched a cost conscious, five-model utility version of its M6 tractor range, which is to succeed the MGX series

he Kubota M6-001 Utility rangecomprisesfive models spanning 104 to 143hp and starts at £53,300. The model lineup is much the same as the predecessor’s with two short wheel base and three long wheelbase models, the latter of which are heavily based on the recently launched M6-002 Series. The M6-001 Utility series spans 104 to 143hp, and meets Stage 5 emissions thanks to an improved exhaust after-treatment package that is said to lower cost of ownership. Short wheelbase models include the M6-101U and M6-111U, both of which use the four-cylinder 3.8-litre engine, manufactured in house. Maximum power outputs are 104hp and 111hp, withmaximumtorquefigures of 346Nm and 379Nm, respectively. These two models weigh 4.3 tonnes, and use a 2.54m wheelbase.

Engine technology on all models has seen gains in exhaust after-treatment, with DOC and DPF performance increased to deliver greater operationalflexibilityand reduce cost of ownership. DPF regeneration can now be achieved at a much lower engine speed, typically 1,200rpm down from 2,000rpm and is achieved at a much lower working temperature of just 50 degC. The latter makes regeneration easier to achieve with light engine loads, lower noise levels and a reduced fuel burn. The DPF cleaning interval for M6-001 Utility range is 8,000 hours for the 6.1 litre engine, and up to 6,000 hours for the 3.8 litre engine, again contributing to lower operating costs. Engine oil change intervals are every 500 hours on all models.

All M6-001 Utility models get a 40kph semi-powershift transmission, which uses eight powershifts in three Long wheelbase M6-121U, mechanical ranges to provide M6-131U and M6-141U use a 24 by 24 gearbox. The thefirm’s6.1-litre,fourcylinder option of a creeper range engine, with power outputs increases the choice of ratios of 123hp, 133hp and 143hp, to 32 by 32. Transmission withmaximumtorquefigures functionality includes of 503Nm, 544Nm and 586Nm automatic shifting within respectively. These three larger ranges, and a sensitivity dial, models weigh 4.8 tonnes, and which allows the operator to use a 2.68m wheelbase. adjust the responsiveness of gear changes to suit load on the tractor. 18 | March 2022 | AgriNews

Operator comfort is provided by an air suspension seat in the same cab frame shared with M6-002 and M7003 models, while front axle suspension is available as an option.Awidesunroofoaers visibility for those looking to equip the M6-001 Utility with a loader, of which there are two variants; 3.7 metre or 4m lift height to the pin, and maximum lift capacities of 1,950kg or 2,200kg respectively. Afixeddisplacementopen centre hydraulic system provides 71 and 77 litres/ minuteofoilflowrespectively for short- and longwheelbase models, while two mechanically operated spool valvesarefittedasstandard.A pair of additional spools are an option. Category 3 rear linkage includes electronic linkage control with a 5,000kg lift capacity on short wheelbase models and 6,100kg on long wheelbase tractors. Pto equipment comprises a twospeed 540/1,000 as standard, with a 540 Eco available as an option. All models can be equipped with an optional front linkage with 2,600kg lift capacity, an optional 1,000rpm front pto, and the capability to run pto-powered equipment while stationary.

KUHN: NEW FASTER, STRONGER KUHN TEDDER

Kuhn has released a new 13 metre tedder which folds twice as fast as the outgoing model

stronger spring makes the GF (GSC) system allows the rotor uhn has released a new 13 13003 T more resilient than the train to move independently of the metre tedder which folds carrying frame. twice as fast as the outgoing previous model which is expected modelandisfittedwithnewrotors to double the life of the tines,” he adds. When in use, the weight of the and tines that are expected to last chassis is supported by the large twice as long. It also features a The folding mechanism on the transport wheels, while the small new reversible draw bar that will new machine is twice as fast as diameter rotors are suspended enable the tedder to be hitched to the outgoing model. A new single separately, enabling each rotor to a wider range of tractors. movement folding mechanism follow the contours of the ground worksdirectlyoaatractorspoolwithout scraping the soil. This not The GF 13003 T replaces the with no control box or electric only prevents the crop from being outgoingGF1302tooaer sensors needed. “By creating contaminated by dirt but also operators an improved tedder a single movement, we have reduces tine tip wear. with new rotors and tines. “With reduced the folding and unfolding this new tedder KUHN has time to just 20-25 seconds,” says To improve transportation KUHN concentrated on saving time and Mr Ferrand. has reduced the length of the GF extending the life of the machine. 13003 T by almost half a metre to It still has 12 rotors, but these have Anti-loss function on the tine is just 6 metres. This will make the been upgraded to reduce wear,” nowastandardfeatureandoaers tedder easier to manoeuvre and says product specialist Thomas the ability to set the tine height also reduce the storage space Ferrand. hydraulically. The new model also needed. has improved ground adaption The new tines are expected to thanks to the choice of new last twice as long as those on wheels which will the outgoing model due to an Southam Agricultural help operators increase in the tine diameter and Fields Farm, Station Rd, calibrate the stronger springs. The new tines are tedder to the 10mm wide and have upgraded Southam CV47 2DH ground conditions. t: 01926 813426 springs that have increased from KUHN’s Ground 70 millimetres to 80 millimetres. www.southamagri.co.uk Save Control “The wider tine with a larger and

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SUBSIDISED BLOOD TESTING SCHEME NOW AVAILABLE

Subsidised blood testing scheme now available to help identify possible reasons for early lamb losses

SD Animal Health has launched its 2022 FlockCheck diagnostic scheme, which allows sheep farmers in England, Scotland and Wales to ask their vet to blood testtheirflockforexposureto toxoplasmosis and enzootic abortion (EAE).

aboutappropriateflockhealth normal biosecurity measures measures.” are not enough to control the disease. Infected cats shed Annual FlockCheck blood test toxoplasma eggs in their faeces results consistently show that and sheep become infected the majority of aborted ewes when they ingest these eggs from tested have been exposed to contaminated pasture, feed and either toxoplasmosis or EAE water. The eggs are tough and – and sometimes both. This is can survive in the environment for consistent with a recent AHPA over a year, which means farmers Ewe reproductive failure, neonatal analysis showing that over recent need to take steps to protect their lamb disease and mortality are years (2002 to 2019), EAE and sheep. the three biggest factors limiting toxoplasmosis have been the betterflockproductivity1–with most common diagnoses of “Fortunately, the disease can toxoplasmosis and enzootic sheep abortion2. becontrolledeaectivelybya abortion continuing to be simple vaccination regime. What’s significantcausesofthese According to Dr Kat Baxtermore, the costs of a vaccination unwantedflockheathissues. Smith, both these infectious programme can be easily covered Sheep farmers that experience disease causes of abortion can byareduction3infutureflock more than two percent of their be responsible for reducing the barren and abortion rates. Every flockbarrenorabortingthis number of lambs per ewes mated, ewe should have been vaccinated lambing season are being which can increase workload and before she breeds because of the encouraged to contact their vet to stressduringlambing.Profitmay widespread disease threat and take advantage of the subsidised alsobereducedsignificantly2, thesignificantfinanciallosses,” diagnostic scheme. FlockCheck she stresses, but using she says. has been running for more than FlockCheck can help in improving 15 years and is available from aflock’spotentialandoverall The subsidised FlockCheck vets nationally. economic performance. diagnostic service allows vets to identify whether toxoplasmosis “Farmers can take advantage “For example, toxoplasmosis, or EAE (or both) are likely to have of this subsidised scheme by caused by infection with the been involved in any aborted asking their vet to take blood Toxoplasma gondii parasite, lamb losses, barren ewes or samples from six to eight aborted, does not just cause abortion. It is numbers of weak, sickly lambs. unvaccinated ewes, or from also the main infectious cause of This aids the decision for (and barren ewes or ones that have early embryo loss in sheep and identifiesthepotentialvalue produced weakly lambs,” explains a very common cause of barren of) pre-tupping vaccination MSD Animal Health veterinary ewes or weak, sickly live lambs. programmes. adviser Dr Kat Baxter-Smith. Itislikelythatalmostallflocksin Great Britain have been in contact Farmers interested in taking She adds that the blood test has with this endemic parasite, which advantage of the subsidised proved to be an extremely useful means all breeding sheep should FlockCheck diagnostic service flockdiagnostictoolintermsof be considered at risk.” and reducing the risk of lower helping to identify the potential productivity should contact presence of any key underlying Dr Baxter Smith also explains their local practice as soon as productivity limiting disease. that one of the main reasons for possible. This year’s FlockCheck such high levels of toxoplasmosis scheme commenced on 1st “Experience has shown that is that sheep can become February 2022 and runs until 30th the results certainly help vets infected very easily. “Sheep June 2022. and their farmer clients make pick up the toxoplasma parasite more informed decisions from the environment and so

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eeping your sprayer in top condition

Safeguarding the environment is so important and there are a range of ways available that sprayer operators can and do use to help avoid unnecessary incidents. With best practice guidelines from NRoSO, along with their annual training events, is a great place to start but lets focus on the annual NSTS test. A recent presentation by NSTS highlighted to operators and managers the most common faults on sprayers and how quick and easy they are to repair. Many of these common faults relate to leaks and drips, which in time are going to get gradually worse and potentially

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pose a risk to the environment. The Operator check sheet, available on the NSTS website, is there to use all year round but also a good guide when preparing the sprayer for test. One important test the operator can do is run the machine above normal working pressure, say 5 bar, and walk around the sprayer to check for leaks. It is worth doing this both spraying and not spraying (but leaving the pump running) which may show a fault that can be repaired now, rather than it occurring later when you are busy spraying. Another aspect of the check sheet is somewhere to record a calibration. It is part of crop assurance to carry this out

at least once a year and is of course best practice to check on a regular basis anyway. The NSTS test itself checks forward speed, nozzlespacingandflowrateto give you all the information to work with when carrying out a calibration. Check sheets are also available for micro-granular applicators and knapsack sprayers, both of which are required to be inspected regularly, but regular inspections of all pesticide application equipment not only aids protecting the environment but should also help towards ensuring availability of plant protection products for the future.

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LANDINI: PRECISION FARMING WITH THE REX 4

Precision technologies offer huge potential to establish and manage vine and fruit crops

recision technologies of- for establishment, but then for fer huge potential to help subsequent operations such establish and manage as mowing and spraying, using vine and fruit crops. In a sethe same recorded A-B lines. ries of demonstrations, tractor specialist Landini has been But on many orchard and workingwithtechnologyfirms vineyard enterprises, precision to bring growers up to date on technologies have much wider what’s possible. potential to ease workloads and improve crop yields and Requiring arrow-straight rows quality, believes Luke Barnard, for equal spacing, light interprecision farming specialist at ception, growth and ease of AgriArgo UK, the distributor of treatment and harvesting, fruit Landini and McCormick tracand vine crop establishment tors. of is a task ideally suiting satellite-guided tractor steerDemonstrations ing. Pass-to-pass parallel “Recent demonstrations in repeatability is ideal not only conjunction with Horsepower

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PHILIP WATKINS: ALL ABOUT US..

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SUCCESSFUL 2022 EUROPEAN DEALER CONFERENCE FOR DOOSAN

Under the theme of UNITE 2022, Doosan held the company’s European Dealer Conferenace in Barcelona.

nder the theme of UNITE 2022, Doosan held the company’s European Dealer Conference in Barcelona from 4-6 April 2022. The company normally organizes these meetings every two years and the last one was held in Lisbon in February 2020. The event had an audience of 182 attendees, 134 of which were Doosan European dealers from 22 countries. Among the attendees were members of the Hyundai Doosan Infracore executive team from Korea, as well as managers from various areas of the company. Mr Seunghyun Oh, CEO of Hyundai Doosan Infracore, opened the day with a keynote speech about Hyundai Doosan Infracore globally. He spoke about the company's achievements, product portfolio, proven product quality, opportunities and new technologies for the future. Mr Oh also described the global market outlook and the strategic direction of thecompany.Heconfirmed the record market share in Doosan’s markets including wheel loaders and crawler excavators, with record sales in 2021. Mr Oh also reminded the audience of the great 30 | March 2022 | AgriNews

development capacity at Doosan, with the launch of 20 new machines last year and the multiple international awards won by various Doosan models. Dealer Awards Across Europe Some of the dealers attending made presentations about their trajectory and growth, sharing their experiences with the rest of the audience. This was followed by a panel discussion, break-out working sessions, a gala dinner and team-building entertainment activities. Several performance awards for dealers from across Europe were announced at the dinner, including: Sales Excellence Pioneer Plant (UK) Sales ExcellenceDoosia AB(Sweden) Marketing ExcellenceGarnea, a.s. (Czech Republic) Product ExpertiseReal Machinery (Finland) Product ExpertiseUmmenhofer Baumaschinen GmbH (Germany) Service ExcellenceJames Gordon (UK) Parts Sales ExcellenceGrausch y Grausch(Poland) Under the UNITE 2022 theme, the presentations at the Doosan conference showed the participants that they were all united by their passion

for construction equipment, the Doosan brand, the best product - innovative and competitive, and that they also shared the success and recognition of customer satisfaction with the brand and service, which together resulted in ever stronger and more united dealers. The conference also emphasized the company's slogan, ‘Powered by Innovation‘,defining innovation as one of the pillars of the company, including its vision as a world leader in infrastructure solutions. The eventalsoconfirmedhealth, safety and the environment as the number one management priority. Onafinalnote,inlieuof corporate gifts for attendees, Doosan decided instead to make a donation to Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF), the international medical humanitarian organization. As we all know one country where the help of MSF is much needed now is Ukraine and teams from the organisation are working hard to deliver emergency medical aid to people still in Ukraine, as well as those now seeking safety in neighbouring countries. For more on Doosan construction equipment, visit the website:

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STEVE BIRCHALL: KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY

After over 40 years in business Steve Birchall of Steve Birchall Poultry Services has decided to take a step back and semi retire.

fter over 40 years in business Steve Birchall of Steve Birchall Poultry Services has made the decision to take a step back and semi retire but to still have a roll within the business which he launched and built up to supply his expert services to supply to poultry farmers. The new points of contacts for long standing and potential new customers are both family members, Stu (Steve's brother) and Tony (Steve's nephew) therefore "keeping it in the family". Both Tony and Stu have worked with Steve Birchall Poultry Services for over 15 years and are NO novices in the poultry house cleaning industry which is what makes them stand out from the rest, with a wealth of knowledge and experience combined they really have have every aspect of this sector covered. Steve Birchall Poultry Services cover the whole of the UK, with long standing satisfiedcustomersnojob is too big or too small with a team of 7 experienced staayoureallygetwhat you you pay for, honest, professional, sincere advice that gets the job done, no 36 | March 2022 | AgriNews

haggling or bartering, just a hard working team providing thebestservicestheyoaer and what you see is what you get with these guys. This will have the top ten tips I read to Tony today. This space will be for Paul Starkey's testimonial. For all of us that have the pleasure of knowing Mr Birchall, the fun loving bike scrambling rib breaking caring professional person, I am sure we would all like to thank him for all of his years of service, hard work and loyalty to all he knows, and wish him many chilled and relaxing well deserved years with his wonderful family and friends. Agri News is proud to have had the pleasure of working and meeting with Steve for over 30 years and trust me when I say we have had many laughs and giggles most of them I couldn't print or publish but am still laughing!!! Thank you Steve for being you. Best wishes Vicky and D, Agri News

For enquires and more information please contact: Tony 07850 838172

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STEVE BIRCHALL: KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY

Testimonial: This testimonial is supplied by P.R Starkie, Farm Manager at P.M. Ashburner Ltd Being a small family run Poultry unit we need to have good reliable contractors to ensure our site has a good state of cleanliness and biosecurity.In order to achieve this we use another family run business, Steve Birchall Poultry Services Ltd. As a business we have worked in relationship with Steve Birchall and his team for a long number of years andwillcontinuetodosoformanymore.Histeamdoafirstclassjobwashinganddisinfectingoursite. Nothing is too much trouble and they can accomodate our needs at the drop of a hat. I can honestly say Steve and his team are excellent, reliable, thorough, tidy and hard working. They leave our site ready for action! I would recommend Steve Birchall Poultry Services without hesitation. P.R Starkie Farm Manager P.M Ashburner Ltd

Ten top tips to clean your poultry house:

Establish a plan, control insects, remove dust, pre-spray, remove equipment, remove and dispose of litter, wash, clean water and feeding systems, disinfect, fumigate, move on and repeat.

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FREE RANGE EGGS BACK ON SHELVES, BUT FARMERS WARN FUTURE IS BLEAK

The Government has published a policy paper on the new Animal Health & Welfare Pathway.

hile more than 27 million free range and organic hens will be allowed outside again from May 2, the British Free Range Egg Producers Association (BFREPA) welcomed the news, but said egg producers were still at breaking point because of soaring costs of production.

shelves, and British farmers are extremely grateful to consumers for continuing to buyeggsfromtheseflocks even though they have been re-classifiedasbarneggs.

picture is bleak – a recent survey of our members suggested 51% of free range and organic egg farmers were considering exiting the industry.

“But while it’s a relief to my members, lifting the housing order does not solve the crisis facing the egg sector. It will not remove the huge hikes in energy, transport, feed and labour costs they are experiencing.”

“Even a small number coming out of egg production would lead to egg shortages which we predict will come later this year.”

BFREPA chief executive Robert Gooch said: “It’s really good news that shoppers will soon have free range eggs available on the Mr Gooch continued: “The

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CONTROLLING MICROBIAL BALANCE OFFER HEALTH & PERFORMANCE BENEFITS Pig and poultry farmers are being encouraged to think about the animal environment in the same way they consider health of an animal

ig and poultry farmers are being encouraged to think about the animal environment in the same way they would consider the internal health of an animal

Nutrition, said: “Like a holistic and preventative inside the animal, housing approach to housing also contains a whole management by positively host of bacteria with inoculating the environment each shed containing its withbeneficialbacteria. own unique microbiome. These microorganisms “Byintroducingbeneficial accumulate and stick microbes into the Pig and poultry farmers together,formingabiofilm.environment, ” they will start are being encouraged to to colonise the building, think about the animal Most producers are aware outcompeting negative environment in the same that cleaning out sheds microbes mainly coming way they would consider between batches and from faecal microbiota such the internal health of an following a disinfection as E.coli or Enterococcus animal, with the formation protocol can reduce spp,” she said. ofexternalpositivebiofilms pathogen load in the oaeringthepotentialto environment, but Mrs “Over time, these microbes improve health, welfare and Colahan said that many will create a positive productivity. bacteria may be resistant biofilm,makingitmuch to disinfectants when harder for bad bacteria Lallemand Animal Nutrition containedwithinabiofilm to thrive, reducing the said that managing the and hence persist in the pathogen risk.” internalmicrofloraand animals’ surroundings fauna of animals is a widely during the cycle or even Lallemand Animal Nutrition accepted concept within during several cycles. has pioneered a range of the pig and poultry sector. microbial housing products which can be used in the However, many are Lientjie Colahan, product pig and poultry sectors unaware that the microbial manager for animal to help achieve a positive balance in the housing environment solutions at biofilm.Allproductscan environment, especially on Lallemand Animal Nutrition be applied directly to internal building surfaces, She continued: “Bacteria building surfaces and has as much of an impact is 1,000 times more housingareas,andoaer on the health, welfare and likely to be resistant in a theadditionalbenefit performance of an animal biofilmthanitisinany of improving litter and as that within the gut. other situation, making it bedding quality. extremely hard to control.” Lientjie Colahan, product manager for animal To reduce the accumulation environment solutions of harmful microbes, Mrs at Lallemand Animal Colahan suggests taking AgriNews | March 2022 | 39

EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT REJECTS CALLS TO BE FOIE GRAS PRODUCTION Grey foie gras geese from a low point of view on a goose farm in the Périgord France

rey foie gras geese from a low point of view on a goose farm near Sarlat-la-Canéda in the Périgord, Dordogne region, France.

with two meals per day, respects the animal’s biological parameters”. Moreover, it recognises that foie gras production is extensive, open air and mostly takes place Members of the European on family farms. Fat Parliament have voted palmipeds spend 90% of down proposals to ban foie their lives in open air runs, gras. In a vote last week, where they can grow freely, a majority of MEPs voted surrounded by their peers. against two amendments This report will feed into calling for the ban of the Commission’s revision assisted feeding for foie process of the EU animal gras production. welfare legislation. The adopted text states that, “The fattening phase, which lasts between 10 and 12 days on average 40 | March 2022 | AgriNews

Christophe Barrailh, President of Euro Foie Gras, said: “We very much welcome the

support expressed by the Parliament to our sector. Ourconstanteaortsto maintainourspecificities and high animal welfare standards have been heard.” European farming union Copa-Cogeca said it would continue to ensure that fat palmipeds are reared in optimal conditions by fully ensuring their well-being while meeting requirements related to sanitary aspects andoaeringsatisfactory working conditions to breeders.

NOFENCE VIRTUAL FENCING TECHNOLOGY WINS AGRISCOT INNOVATION AWARD Fewer physical fences and better grazing management are on the horizon for livestock producers

ewer physical fences and better grazing management are on the horizon for livestock producers as virtual fencing technology company Nofence is named the winner of the 2022 AgriScot Innovation Award.

only have one pulse per every 30 audio cues and escapes are rare,” says Ms Budal. “Nofence is also very diverse in the type of system it is suitable for, working in intensive rotational grazing, upland and conservation platforms.”

Established in Norway in 2011 for mountain grazers, Nofence has recently become commercially available to UK livestock producers after more than two years of grazing trials on British beef farms.

The technology was a standout to the AgriScot Innovation Award judging panel who awarded points based on if the innovation saved farmers money or had the capacity toincreaseprofits,saysKen Fletcher, award judge and editor of The Scottish Farmer.

Utilising GPS, farmers can create virtual pastures on the Nofence app. Once livestock are turned out on the set virtual pasture while wearing a Nofence collar, GPS and a mobile data network track the animal’s location and report back to the app, triggering the collar to cue an audio signal as the animal nears the virtual fence boundary. If the animal continues to move forward they will receive an electric pulse. This sequence of audio warnings, followed by a possible pulse, can happen three times. If the animal breaches the virtual boundary following the third audio cue, the farmers receive a pop-up notificationviatheNofenceapp with the location of the animal as classed as escaped. Animals can return to pasture without receiving any audio warnings or pulses.

“In the judges’ opinion, Nofence Grazing Technology actually did abitofbothasitcouldoaer reduced capital costs in fencing infrastructure and also allow the freeing up of new grazing opportunitieswhichwouldbenefit farmers’ bottom lines,” says Mr Fletcher. The judging panel also included John Elliot, a Border’s farmer and industry columnist, and John Elliot, CEO of the Royal Highland Agricultural Society of Scotland.

Changing the electric fence in strip grazingfieldscanbeamessyand tiring job and was one area where Nofence would work well.” For Perthshire farmer Andrew Duncan,oneofthefirstUK adopters of the technology, Nofence has been pivotal to improving his grazing programme. Consisting of 2,500 acres of moorland with an elevation range of 200m to over 1,000m, knowing where his herd of Luing cattle was, let alone managing grazing, was a challenge. “The real-time tracking capability of Nofencehassignificantlycutdown on the time required to manage the herd,” explains Mr Duncan. “But more excitingly, we are now able to graze areas of the farm that have not been touched by livestock in more than 100 years. Not only has this allowed us to make more of our land resource, but we can now actively manage our grazing to deliver wider biodiversity and conservation outcomes.”

“Given farmer users’ feedback, Continued development weweresatisfiedthatthesystem worked well and ‘did what it said According to Ms Budal, Nofence on the tin’. We found it particularly will continue to develop its interesting that some conservation technology and resources to further groups set such store by the help livestock producers get the benefitsoflargeanimalgrazing most out of their grazing platforms According to Synne Foss Budal, in certain habitats that they were and overcome obstacles where General Manager for Nofence UK, willing to pay for the initial outlay in physical fencing proved unfeasible. livestock that are trained on the the technology, which under normal technology utilise their sense of circumstances might be quite “The technology will continue to hearing, rather than sight, to remain onerous,” continues Mr Fletcher. evolve and improve as we collect within a virtually “fenced” area “In a practical sense, the Nofence more data and customer feedback. without physical fencing. technologycouldplayasignificantWe’re already so excited about role in regenerative farming what opportunities Nofence has “Data collected from more than practises, such as grazing of arable brought to so many grazers and 35,000 head of livestock with more crops – especially when physical what lies ahead in the future,” than 149 million grazing hours, our fences are few and far between – concludes Ms Budal. farm trials and customer feedback and for use in increasingly popular has proven the technology to be block and strip grazing which To learn more about Nofence, visit highlyeaective.Atypicalfarmwill targets making the most of grass. nofence.co.uk

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NEW HOLLAND APPROVES CONTINENTAL TYRES Selected New Holland tractor series can be ordered with TractorMaster and V

monitoring technology that agricultural original Continental has introduced equipment manufacturer. toimprovetyreebciency “The cooperation underlines Continental’s growth · Selected New Holland and minimise the risk of potential tyre failure. ambitions in the agricultural tractor series can be ContiPressureCheck™ is a sector. The approval of ordered with TractorMaster sensor that helps to monitor Continental tyres for New and VF TractorMaster tyres tyre pressure and heat build Holland T5, T6 and T7 up.Itcanbespecifiedon · Ex factory: New tractors completes the purchaseorretrofittedtoall Holland approves supply to all brands within Continental tyres for the T5, TractorMaster tyres. CNH Industrial group”, says T6 and T7 tractor series Jens Mund, Key Account Continental customers Manager for agricultural can also calculate the best New Holland T5, T6 tyre original equipment at operating pressure for their and T7 tractors are now Continental Commercial tyres using a mobile app. available with Continental Specialty Tyres. The TireTech app holds data TractorMaster and VF on all Continental tyres and TractorMaster tyres. The The following tyre only requires the weight of tyres will be available up combinations will be the tractor, including any to a width of 710mm and supplied to New Holland: implements, and the forward a rim diameter of 42’’ and benefitfromadditionaltyrespeed to be added in order VF 710/60R42 NRO - VF to calculate the optimum technology to help operate 600/60R30 NRO operating pressure. tractorsmoreebciently. 710/70R38 - 600/65R28 650/75R38 - 600/65R28 The new relationship will see With New Holland, 650/65R42 - 540/65R30 New Holland operators able Continental has gained 650/65R38 - 540/65R28 the support of another tobenefitfrompressure 600/65R38 - 480/65R28 ew Holland approves Continental tyres

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AGRITECH STARTUP DRONE AG COMPLETE £795,000 ROUND TO FUND GROWTH Agricultural drone technology specialist Drone Ag has secured £650,000 of equity funding from 934 investers

gtiTech Startup Drone Ag Completes £795,000 Round to Fund Growth

Agricultural drone technology specialist Drone Ag has secured £650,000 of equity funding from 934 investors and a further £145,000 grant from Innovate UK to grow its business and develop new crop scouting technology. Founder Jack Wrangham says: “This is the largest amount of funding we have secured as a company to date, with both grant providers and private investors choosing to support the development of our technology. This funding will enable our team to grow and develop new functionality and an Android compatible version of our crop scouting app Skippy Scout.”

Skippy Scout is a crop be installed on any farm and monitoring app that uses operated from anywhere in the drones to automatically world. It will revolutionise the capture images which are way drones can be operated analysed by ground-breaking to help scout crops,” he adds. artificialintelligence(AI)to oaerarablefarmersvitalbroad The Innovate UK grant acre crop insight. The images was obtained with support provide an accurate green area from NorthInvest, a not-forindex (GAI), count emerging profitorganisationfuelling plants, and identify weeds. innovation across the Northern Powerhouse region. This “We are soon to launch our will enable Mr Wrangham to Scout Sphere functionality expand his development team whichwilloaerusersaunique and work on yet more features. fullfieldoverviewthatincludes “We plan to advance our drone the ability to focus on any area based spraying technology ofthefieldandchoosewhere and start looking at using to inspect at leaf-level,” he drones for spreading too. The says. investment achieved through CrowdCube and the grant The capital injection to the support will see Drone Ag business will also be used become a leader in precision to complete its base station agriculture and we are grateful concept which will see the to all those who have invested launch of new remote drone in us,” he concludes. scouting. “Skippy Nest can

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AMAZONE GROUP ABLE TO REMAIN ON COURSE OF GROWTH & PASS NEXT SALES Amazone sees a jump in sales despite another financial year full of challenges due to the Coronavirus pandemic

espiteanotherfinancial than 80 percent of sales. Sharp year full of challenges due increases in sales were recorded to the Corona pandemic, especially in the key export the markets of Germany, France, Amazone Group was able to Poland and Russia. In addition, remain on its course of growth agricultural machinery sales in and pass the next sales mark of Austria, Ireland, Ukraine and 650 million euro. the Baltic States also increased substantially. There were also The annual balance sheet of the positiveeaectsintheUSAand manufacturer of agricultural and Canada, which resulted from groundcare machinery therefore the ongoing development of our showsasignificantincreasein in-house sales organisation. The sales for the second time in a business also developed very row. After a 15% rise in 2020, well in terms of sales in typical sales this time round increased overseas markets such as South by 22%. As a result, total sales of Africa, Japan and Australia. the family-owned company have reached a new high of 655 Amazonemeetsthediaerent millioneurointhefinancialyeardemands in these countries by 2021 (previous year 2020: €537 developing application-oriented million). "This is a huge success machine concepts through for both the entire Amazone continuous dialogue with local Group and our partners", say agricultural practitioners, advisers Christian Dreyer and Dr. Justus andthescientificcommunity. Dreyer, the two owners, who are delighted with the results. “The Whereas in Britain, the demand customer interest in modern for increased precision and Amazone agricultural machinery the use of targeted application for more precise working and techniques meant that spreader cost-saving performance in the and sprayer sales continue to be fieldisveryhigh,both at an all-time high and the drill nationally and internationally.“ market continued to evolve with the grant aid provided through The Amazone Group was also the Farming Equipment abletoprofit Development Fund boosting extensively in 2021 from its the demand for direct seeding innovative strength and wide systems. overall product range across farms of all sizes Investments and expansion of and in both conventional and in manufacturing plants organic agriculture. The number of employees worldwide increased to about International orientation 2,000 in the course of the year. Expenditure on research and This is particularly important as a development amounted to more result of the strong position in all than 5 % of sales. The company major export markets, which again invested a double-digit account for a total of more million amount in tangible assets

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inthefinancialyear201. The Amazone Group is currently expanding its production capacities in view of the enhanced product range in machinery with larger working widths and higher output capacity.Forexample,thefirst extension of the Bramsche site is already under construction justthreeyearsaftertheobcial opening. These additional facilities, with an area of 8,000 m²,willenableamoreebcient production of all Amazone crop protection sprayer ranges in future. In addition to this, there will be additional space for machine testing and quality optimisation of these technologically-sophisticated products. The associated relocation of some assembly lines will in turn create extra capacity for the expansion of the Global Parts Centre at the Tecklenburg-Leeden site to further improve the high level of service worldwide. In Britain, Amazone Ltd’s Orchard Farm Training, Education, Research and Development Centre expanded its holding surrounding the site enabling it to increase its trials programme and improve its education programme for dealers, farmers and students. Success through innovative strength “Issues surrounding maximum yieldlevels,costebciencyand sustainable development play a decisive role in modern crop production,” say the owners. “An economically-viable increase in performance also includes a moreebcientuseofallinputs.”

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amaha adds 10-year belt warranty to ATV and SBS models

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ISUZU UK REVEALS PRICING SPECIFICATION & RELEASE DATE

Isuzu UK reveals pricing specificarion and release date for the All-New Isuzu D-Max Artic Trucks AT35

ew Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 available to order from May 3rd

Re-engineering and enhancements to body, frame, drivetrain, suspension, wheels & tyres Commercial vehicle status retained with no compromise to payload or towing capacity Standout looks combined with superior comfort, control and mobility over all terrains Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 available from £47,999 CVOTR 26th April 2022 – Isuzu UK is set to open the order books for the All-New Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 on May 3rd 2022, havingfirstpreviewedthepreproduction model at the 2021 Commercial Vehicle Show. Building on the Award-Winning durability and reliability of the Isuzu D-Max platform, the cool and capable Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 has been developed and engineered to handle the most challenging landscapes witheasewhileoaeringa distinctive presence and authentic performance that is noticed everywhere,whetheronoroaroad. The Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 is a professionally reengineered vehicle incorporating significantenhancementsto the body, frame, drivetrain, suspension, wheels and tyres. All elements of the D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 build are undertaken by the Pick-Up Professionals at Isuzu UK and experienced Arctic Trucks technicians to ensure the highest standards of build quality, adherence to all relevant vehicle type approvals and full alignment

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withIsuzu’sfive-year/125,0mile warranty. Plus, importantly the vehicle also retains its commercial vehicle status, with no compromise to payload or towing capacity. Taking its name from the 35inchtyresfittedtothevehicle as standard, the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35’s chassis and bodywork are re-engineered to accommodate its rugged 17inch matt black alloy wheels and enlarged 315/70 R17 all-terrain tyres. The suspension system is overhauled with an optimised and elevated tailored Bilstein performance suspension system featuring front springs & dampers, rear dampers and additional front and rear body lift, providing a total front and rear elevation of +50mm over the standard D-Max pick-up.

styling and purpose. The vehicle is also equipped with Arctic Trucksextendedprofileside steps, strengthened Arctic Trucks mudflapsandaversatile2-inch rear multifunction receiver hitch, enabling the quick and easy fitmentoftowballs,winches,rearmounted steps and more.

Built on the best-selling Isuzu V-Cross model, the D-Max Arctic TrucksAT35benefitsfroman SUV-likelevelofspecification with gunmetal grey exterior styling elements, premium black interior headlining, a nine-inch multimedia system with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility and an eight-speaker sound system. The leather interior includes the Arctic Trucks branding incorporated on theheadrestsandfurtherbenefits from a wireless mobile phone charge point, Arctic Trucks door Builtastheultimateoa-road entry guards and a premium performance vehicle, the Isuzu carpet mat set. The vehicle is D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 finishedwithArcticTrucksand enhances the renowned D-Max AT35 badging throughout the oa-roadcapability,increasing exterior and interior along with the ground clearance to 266mm dedicated locking wheel nuts and at the front and 290mm at the an Arctic Trucks torque wrench. rear, with an approach angle of 35°, a departure angle of 29° and The Isuzu D-Max boasts classa break over angle of 34°. The leading safety standards and combinedeaectfromtheenlarged achievedthemaximumfive-star tyres, performance springs and safety rating in the tough new dampers results in a softer, faster EuroNCAPtest.ThisUKfirst ride over rough surfaces and a for a pick-up is in part due to lighter footprint over delicate the new Advanced Driver Assist terrain, without compromising on- Systems(ADAS)fittedasstandard road behaviour. across the range, with every Isuzu The signature styling of the D-Max featuring Forward Collision Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks Warning,TrabcSignRecognition, AT35 is enhanced by the extraManual & Intelligent Speed wide colour-coded wheel Limiter, along with Lane Departure arch extensions, which create Warning and Autonomous additional clearance and amplify Emergency Braking as standard. the vehicle’s raised stance, whilst conveying a dramatic sense of

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All fuel consumption and emission values are based on the new WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) test cycle which uses real-world driving data. Official fuel economy for the standard Isuzu D-Max range in MPG (l/100km): Low 25.1 – 27.6 (10.2 – 11.2). Mid 31.4 – 36.4 (7.8 – 9.0). High 36.0 – 39.4 (7.2 – 7.8). Extra-High 29.0 – 30.8 (9.2 – 9.7). Combined 30.7 – 33.6 (8.4 – 9.2). CO2 emissions 220 – 241g/km. †From price shown is an Isuzu D-Max 4x4 Single Cab vehicle on the road price with manual transmission. Model shown in image is a Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Double Cab Commercial vehicle on the road price of £31,799.00 with manual transmission. All prices shown include delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee, excludes VAT and mica/metallic paint finish. The All-New Isuzu D-Max is Smarter Stronger Safer compared to previous model. Terms and conditions apply.

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NEXT GENERATION OF THE ON AND OFFROAD SPECIALIST

Next generation of the on ans off-road specialist: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ new Amarok

remium: Amarok with new design and new technologies Ebcient:newV6diesel and four further engine specifications Optional:twodiaerentallwheel systems or rear-wheel drive High-tech: over 30 driver assist systems set new pickup standards

high-quality interior. Despite the disguise, it is already possible to identify how the dimensions have changed: at 5,350 mm the new model is at least 100 mm longer than its predecessor. A wheelbase of 3,270 mm equates to an increase of 175 mm – as a result there is more space in the double cab. The payload is also increasing to up to 1.2 tonnes and a maximum towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes is now possible across more engine/gearbox variants. As the wheelbase of the new Amarok is growing more than its total length, the bodywork overhangs are smaller, which hasapositiveeaectonthe oa-roadcapability.Theoaroad capabilities of the new Amarok are further perfected byasignificantlygreater fording depth for driving through waters than its predecessor.

systems, over 20 of which are completely new to the Amarok. Design as a statement of dominance For now it is still hidden behindthecamouflage.Inthe future, however, the pick-up’s exterior will present itself in powerful, charismatic form.

“For the new generation we havesignificantlymodifiedthe Amarok’s archetypal design. Countdown: market launch It is now unambiguously more from end of 2022 expressive and once again appreciably more impressive”, Hannover, 26 April 2022 – says Albert Kirzinger, Head Volkswagen Commercial of Design at Volkswagen Vehicles will present the Commercial Vehicles, completely new generation of summarising the result. its Amarok pick-up in 2022, The new front section is a which will be capable of even statement in itself. Striking: morebothon-andoa-road. the straight and very upright Designed and conceived bonnet with a clear brand in Germany and Australia, DNA. Charismatic: the built in South Africa, the new horizontal, upper radiator grille Amarok will once again take crossbars with the concisely its place at the top of the pick- Dependent on engine/gearbox integrated, narrow LED up B segment with excellent variant and market, the headlights, which are standard specification,agreatly engines available will be one forallversions.Oaeredas expanded array of driver petrolanduptofourdiaerent an option will be ‘IQ.Light assist features and a much diesels with four to six – LED matrix headlights’; larger range of drive systems cylinders and cubic capacity they underline the Amarok’s thanitspredecessor.Afirst of 2.0 to 3.0 litres – optionally high-tech look. Below the few disguised models of the with rear-wheel drive, or bars the radiator grille unit new Amarok are already out ondemand or permanent allmerges depending on version and about in Europe. wheel drive. A great array of in bespoke fashion into a preconfigureddrivingmodeshorizontal division of the front The all-rounder's innovative, with multiple levels assists section or into an X-shaped premium design is both typical the driver, including in nondesignonthetopspecification of the Amarok and yet has everyday situations. Enhanced models. Embossed here: the beenredefinedasapowerful, safety, meanwhile, is provided word ‘Amarok’. charismatic exterior meets a by more than 30 driver assist 60 | March 2022 | AgriNews

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4XE NOW AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER IN THE UK

The new Jeep Grand Cherokee to arrive in the UK with 4XE plug-in hybrid technology to make it the most efficient Grand Cherokee yet!

he new Jeep® Grand Cherokee to arrive in the UK with 4xe plug-in hybrid technology to make it the most ebcientGrandCherokeeyetin terms of fuel consumption, the most technologically advanced and luxurious ever, all with the brand’s legendary 4x4 capability.

Thefirst20customersto Grand Cherokee – the SUV finalisetheirorderoftheGrand that has received more awards Cherokee 4xe Summit Reserve than any other – features a new will be invited to an exclusive architecture, 4xe plug-in hybrid experiential event featuring the powertrain, a new exterior design new Grand Cherokee 4xe, as well and a new interior created asthefirst4x4-theoriginofthe using quality craftsmanship and Jeep legend. cutting-edge technologies. As the 4x4 originators, Jeep continues The All-New Jeep Grand its journey towards a future of First Grand Cherokee plugCherokee is now available ‘Zero Emission Freedom’, the in hybrid delivers 380hp of for UK customers to register Grand Cherokee 4xe is the most combined power and 637Nm of their interest. Visitors to www. technologically advanced Jeep torque, up to 31 miles of electric jeep.co.uk, can be among the Grand Cherokee with the best range and three drive modes: firsttoregistertheirinterestin4x4 performance ever. hybrid, electric and e-save pre-ordering the Jeep Grand The Jeep portfolio now includes Cherokee 4xe Summit Reserve. Equipped with state-of-thealine-upofelectrifiedSUVs art systems, the Jeep Grand featuring both e-hybrid and 4xe 4xe plug-in hybrid technology Cherokee has been designed in powertrains. The arrival of the Jeep Grand itsentiretytooaerunparalleled Cherokee4xeisasignificant oa-roadcapabilitiesandsafe Thefifthgenerationofthemost moment in the brand's evolution driving dynamics. The Quadraawarded SUV ever features a and another piece in the jigsaw Drive II 4x4 drive systems, completely renewed architecture, of the brand’s strategy to electrify Quadra-Lift air suspension new interior and exterior design, the entire line-up. It consolidates and the Selec-Terrain traction cutting-edge technologies the 4xe badge as authentic managementsystem–oaering including a 10-inch digital display, Jeep branding, to represent achoiceamongfivedriving Uconnect 5 system and superior the new 4x4 and its ability to modes: Auto, Snow, Sand/ levelsofluxuryandrefinement combine renowned capabilities Mud, Rock, and Sport – ensure Performance, comfort and with greater sustainability, the Grand Cherokee retains the unparalleledoa-roadcapabilities exemplaryebciencyandeven Jeep brand’s legendary 4x4 set a new standard for the fullmore safety and driving pleasure. capabilities. size SUV segment. The application of 4xe plug-in hybrid technology to the Jeep Only available via the website The Grand Cherokee 4xe will Grand Cherokee provides the Customers in the UK wishing to debut in the UK with the Summit brand’sflagshipwithbenchmarkpre-order the Grand Cherokee Reserve,thefirstmodeltobe oa-roadingcapabilities,courtesy 4xe Summit Reserve can do so initially available for ordering, of the instantaneous availability via the website www.jeep.co.uk featuringfull-optionspecification, of torque performance which is from 24 February to 31 March maximum comfort and safety, guaranteed by the combination 2022. By pre-ordering, customers andalaunchoaer. of both turbo petrol and electric will have access to the launch propulsion, and the option to oaerwhichincludesawallbox Customerscanfindoutmore drive with zero CO2 emissions. forebcienthomecharging,four aboutthelaunchoaerbyvisiting years of Jeep® Wave servicing www.jeep.co.uk and can also The most technologically and roadside assistance. pre-order via the dedicated advanced, luxurious Grand platform that will be open from Cherokee ever with legendary 24th February until 31st March 4x4 performance. 2022. ThefifthgenerationoftheJeep

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*Credit available subject to status to UK residents aged 18 and over. *Dealer deposit contributions only available with Subaru Personal Contract Purchase on the s any other offers. This credit offer is only available through Subaru Finance provided by International Motors Finance Limited, St. William House, Tresillian Terrac commission or other benefits for introducing you to these lenders. Offers may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Offer ends 31.03.22. †Forester e-BOXER is cove Warranty (bumper to bumper, excluding clutch driven plate) and an Extended Warranty (applies to powertrain only) provided by the importer. Added reassurance is 62 |optional Marchspecial 2022paint | AgriNews with finish OTR price of £39,910.00. OTR price includes VAT, delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee.

We typically receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to International Motors Finance Ltd. This may be a flat fee or percentage of the amount you borrow. Vehicle shown is a Forester 2.0i XE Premium Lineartronic, OTR price of £39,910. Model shown price includes optional special paint finish at £550.

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