Alnwick Tel: 01665 604555
Carlisle Tel: 01228 536331
Carnforth Tel: 01524 730915 I Mick
07768 031666
Mobile: 07595 281741
Dumfries Tel: 01387 255328 I Chris Higgins Mobile: 07920 793180
Newcastle Tel: 0191 264 7000 I Stuart Allen
Mobile: 07770 736778
Based in the Scottish Borders for 50 years, we provide the following services to domestic clients, farms and industry throughout Scotland, the North of England and beyond:
• Well drilling
• Design, supply and installation of pumping, control and water treatment systems
• Maintenance of pumping, control and water treatment systems
• Well maintenance and rehabilitation services
• Private water supply assessments, reporting and rehabilitation
For all your private water supply needs, drilling works & more, contact us today:
Holequest Ltd, Winston Road, Galashiels. TD1 2DA www.holequest.co.uk
Here at Glendale Engineering, we are proud to be able to say that we have over 35 years’ experience designing and manufactur ing Agricultural Buildings & Equipment.
• Special offers available on Cattle & Sheep Hurdles, Gates & Water Troughs •
Suppliers of:
Suppliers of:
-Cattle Handling & Feeding Equipment
• Cattle Handling & Feeding Equipment
-Sheep Handling & Feeding Equipment
-Sheep Portarace
• Sheep Handling & Feeding Equipment
- ATV Trailers
• Sheep Portarace
- Agricultural Buildings
• ATV Trailers
-Electronic Cattle & Sheep Weigh Systems
• Agricultural Buildings
- Large quantity of box section and pipe, Phone for special offers
• Electronic Cattle & Sheep Weigh Systems
• 9”x3” Timbers & 6”x3” Timbers In Stock
• Big Six Fibre Cement Sheets In Stock
Wooler : 01668 281464
Hexham : 01434 603078
Email : info@glendaleegineering.co.uk
Wooler : 01668 281464
Graeme Wilson : 07971 880275
Web : www.glendaleengineering.co.uk
John Common : 07981 890999
Bob Clapham : 07954 363979
info@glendaleegineering.co.uk
www.glendaleengineering.co.uk
NEW McCORMICK X6.415 HD 155HP, 4 RANGE 6 POWERSHIFT TRANS, AIR & OIL BRAKES, FULL VISION CAB, ISOBUS, DSM, ELECTRIC SPOOLS, SMART PILOT JOYSTICK AVAILABLE ON HP OR LEASE FROM £1300 PER MONTH
USED 2018 McCORMICK X5.40T 115HP 3000 HOURS, 36 SPEED POWER SHUTTLE TRANSMISSION, 3 SPOOL VALVES, FRONT LINKAGE & PTO VERY GOOD CONDITION
£29,500+VAT
USED 2021 McCORMICK X7.690 225HP 2000 HOURS, 60KPH TRANSMISSION, 5 RANGE 6 POWERSHIFTS, FRONT LINKAGE, FRONT LOADER, 6 SPOOL VALVES, AUTO STEER, ISOBUS
£75,000+VAT
USED 2017 McCORMICK X7.650 165HP, 4000 HOURS, 60KPH TRANSMISSION, 6 RANGE 4 POWERSHIFTS, 1 ELECTRIC & 3 MECH SPOOL VALVES, FRONT LINKAGE, NEW FRONT TYRES, CAB & AXLE SUSPENSION
£42,500+VAT
NEW McCORMICK X5.100 REDPOWER LOADER READY, POWER SHUTTLE, AIR CON, LED LIGHTS, ELECTRIC LIFT, AIR SEAT, WHEEL WEIGHTS, 4+44 MONTHS @ 0% FINANCE OFFER
£52,500+VAT
NEW 2024 McCAULEY LOW LOADER HYD. BEAVER TAIL, 24FT, AIR/OIL BRAKES, HIGH SPEED GRANNING AXLES, 445/45R19.5 TYRES, JCB YELLOW
£19,500+VAT
EX DEMO 2022 McCORMICK X7.624 240 HP 2022, 1000 HOURS, FRONT LINKAGE, 6 ELECTRIC SPOOL VALVES, 360 DEGREE MY LED LIGHTS, MY5 JOYSTICK, VT DRIVE, AUTOSTEER, ISOBUS, DSM £POA SPECIAL OFFER
NEW M-TEC 12FT LIVESTOCK C/W DECKS & SUMP TANK, QUALITY BUILT
£9,950+VAT
NEW McCORMICK X7.618VT 175HP, VT DRIVE, MY 360 LED PACKAGE, FRONT LINKAGE & PTO, 50KPH TRANSMISSION, 6 ELECTRIC SPOOL VALVES, MY5 JOYSTICK, AUTO STEER, ISOBUS, DSM
NEW McHALE C460 TRAILED SILAGE FEEDER & STRAW BEDDER 3.65M2 OF LOADING VOLUME, 1.7M CONVEYOR, 300° 3 STAGE FEED CHUTE, INDEPENDENT ROTOR DRIVE WITH HYDRAULIC ACTIVATION
£16,500+VAT
£16,500+VAT
NEW 2024 McCAULEY LOWER LOADER 23FT, AIR/OIL BRAKES, HIGH SPEED ADR AXLES, SOLID HYD. RAMPS 815MM, SOLID BEAVERTAIL, MUDFLAPS
NEW POTTINGER LION 3030 3M POWER HARROW £13,500+VAT
NEW POTTINGER SYNKRO 3030 NOVA
£15,500+VAT
WISHING
• McCormick X7 165hp, 60KPH transmission, front linkage £150 per day | £500 per week
• McCormick X5 Front linkage & front PTO, 115hp £100 per day | £400 per week HIRE
• Dieci Agri Telehandler 4 tonne, 7 meter £200 per day | £600 per week
• Parts for all makes of tractors & machinery • After market oil & filters
• Complete pto shafts & components • Hydraulic hoses at the best prices in the Borders
• Antifreeze & batteries • NOCO jump packs • Buckler boots • Slurry fittings
• SIP Space heaters, welders, pressure washers, water pumps, compressors, generators
• Water fittings & drainage pipe • Britain’s toys & merchandise • & everything else
All types of agricultural and industrial engineering, groundworks and concrete undertaken.
Family run businesses with over 30 year’s experience. We pride ourselves on our expertise and extensive knowledge of the groundworks and agricultural building trade, to enable us to give you a personal service tailored to your needs.
• Steel Frame Buildings (New or Refurbishing)
Gates & Hay feeder
All types of agricultural and industrial engineering, groundworks and concrete undertaken.
All types of agricultural and industrial engineering, groundworks and concrete undertaken.
• All aspects of Concrete Work & Agricultural Buildings undertaken
• Doors, Gates or Feed Barriers (Made to Order)
• Supplying and Fitting Roller Doors
All types of agricultural and industrial engineering, groundworks and concrete undertaken.
• Steel Frame Buildings (New or Refurbishing)
All types of agricultural and industrial engineering, groundworks and concrete undertaken.
• Silage Clamps, Slurry Tanks and more in Concrete Works
• Agricultural & Commercial Concrete Work
• Steel Frame Buildings (New or Refurbishing)
• Doors, Gates or Feed Barriers ( Made to Order)
• Agricultural Buildings from fabrication to completion including internals
• Steel Frame Buildings (New or Refurbishing)
• Doors, Gates or Feed Barriers ( Made to Order)
• Steel Frame Buildings (New or Refurbishing)
• Supplying and Fitting Roller Doors
• Supplying and Fitting Roller Doors
• Doors, Gates or Feed Barriers ( Made to Order)
• Doors, Gates or Feed Barriers (
• Building Maintenance
• Concrete Roads
• Supplying and Fitting Roller Doors
• Roof and Gutter Repairs
• Silage Clamps, Slurry Tanks and more in Concrete Works
• Grain Store Floors
• Silage Clamps, Slurry Tanks and more in Concrete Works
• Supplying and Fitting Roller Doors
• Drainage
• Building Maintenance
• Silage Clamps, Slurry Tanks and more in Concrete Works
• Building Maintenance
• Septic System Installation
• Silage Clamps, Slurry Tanks and more in Concrete Works
• Roof and Gutter Repairs
• Building Maintenance
• Roof and Gutter Repairs
• Road Constructions
• Building Maintenance
• Roof and Gutter Repairs
• Slurry Stores
• Roof and Gutter Repairs
• Feed Barriers & Gates
• Supplying & Fitting Roller Doors
• Drawings & help with planning can be supplied.
store
07880512223 01576 710259 thecooshedman@gmail.com
thecooshedman@gmail.com
Storage Tank Sales & Hire UK-Wide Service
Specialising in the supply of high quality used storage tanks and bowsers for sale and hire throughout the UK. We keep a varied stock of fully bunded and singleskinned mild steel, stainless steel, plastic and GRP tanks and bowsers ideal for storing fuels, oils, water, effluents, fertilisers and feed products
We also purchase tanks - please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
Andy mobile: 07853 905018 Tel: 01334 827 090
www.best-tanks.co.uk
info@best-tanks.co.uk
Northbank Farm, Cameron, St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 8PE
• ALL GRADES OF AGGREGATE PRODUCED
• DELIVERY
• COLLECTION
• READY-MIX CONCRETE
• AGRICULTURAL MIXES FOR ALL PURPOSES
• DELIVERY AND COLLECTION FOR SALES AND ORDERS CALL BLINKBONNY WEIGHBRIDGE: 01573 460200 or 07974 968148 PART OF BREEDON GROUP– FOR OTHER LOCATIONS PLEASE VISIT: https://www.breedongroup.com/location-finder
FENDT 828 60kph, 16 Reg, c/w 6000 hrs, front linkage, 5 rear spools
FENDT 828 PROFI PLUS 21 Reg, 7500 hrs, Under warranty, Front PTO, RTK GPS
VALTRA Q305 50 kph, 73 Reg, EX HIRE c/w 950 hrs, front linkage, front PTO, hyd top link, front axle suspension £170,850+VAT
MERLO TF42.7-140CS 67 Reg, c/w 5500 hrs, boom suspension, air con, air seat
MERLO TF30.9-PLUS 20 Reg, c/w 5300 hrs, air con, boom suspension
SECONDHAND MACHINERY
BOMFORD HAWK EVO 6.5 2018, 1250 hours
SULKY 3M GRAIN & FERTILISER COMINATION UNIT full spec EX DEMO
FENDT 1290XD TANDEM AXLE SQUARE BALER c/w air brakes EX DEMO
AGRIWELD 3M MANTIS MOUNTED CULTIVATOR c/w 5 legs £18,850+VAT
SUMO 3M TRIO c/w 6 leg auto reset and packer. Straight leg model £9,500+VAT
SUMO 3M FRONT MOUNTED MULTIPACKA c/w tines
SUMO 6M TRAILED MULTI-PRESS c/w leading tines and press rings £39,950+VAT
SUMO LDS 4m c/w stocks seeder and SDO’s 2022 model
TEAGLE 8100 TRAILED STRAWBEDDER c/w swivel chute, 2012 model
3 POINT LINKAGE WEIGHTS selection of new and used
NEW / EX STOCK
FENDT FORMER, SINGLE ROTOR
NEW NC FORK MOUNTED YARD BRUSHES 2.5m & 3m EX STOCK
NEW NC 16 TONNE GRAIN TRAILERS c/w hi-speed axles EX STOCK £19,850+VAT
NEW NC 16 TONNE DUMP TRAILERS (316 model), full spec EX STOCK
NEW TEAGLE 8500/9500/1010 STRAW/SILAGE BEDDER FEEDERS EX STOCK
SUMO 5-4-3 LEG SUBSOILERS c/w auto reset EX STOCK
NRH 5 LEG SUBSOILERS auto reset c/w packa roller EX DEMO
NEW SUMO FRONT WEIGHTS 1000kg, 1500kg, 2000kg EX STOCK
EX DEMO Q305
NEW Q305
NEW T195D
NEW T195V
NEW T195A
Our services are unique to the region and our clients, using specialist equipment to tackle all types of vegetation on inaccessible areas, steep gradients, moorland, and woodland.
Capabilities
• Bracken cutting & crushing
• Site clearance
• Gorse mulching
• Heather cutting
• Woodland ground clearance
• Cut & collect (Wildflower Meadows, Golf Course Rough)
• Vegetation management consulting
• 360 mulcher & shear grab
We offer a high output service producing 10 - 14 tonnes per hour of gravity separated seed We use gravity tables, the only real method, not gravity selectors
We supply 2 men per machine - farm input only 1 man*
We have long serving members of staff who are time served and highly skilled
Our full time staff are employed from the local community
We will be processing spring barley, spring wheat, oats, spring osr plus peas & beans this Spring with:
Redigo pro - treatment for barley covering loose smut, leaf stripe & fusarium
Prepper - treatment for fusarium in spring wheat & oats
Signal - for wireworm & slug deterrent in all cereals
Manganese - for enhanced root establishment in all crops
Phosphite
Wintercrop reformulated
SMIDDY HILL, BLYTH BRIDGE, WEST LINTON, EH46 7AH CALL THOMAS ON 07527 253586
PRECISION TARGETING AND REDUCED SOIL COMPACTION
•MINIMIZE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: Targeted drone applications reduce runoff and protect ecosystems, applying treatments only where needed.
•COST-SAVING: Focus resources where they are most needed, saving on chemical costs and improving yield efficiency.
SOIL HEALTH & PRESERVATION
•REDUCED SOIL COMPACTION: Our drone services eliminate the need for heavy machinery, preserving soil structure and preventing erosion, safeguarding future productivity.
SUSTAINABLE BIOFERTILIZER APPLICATION
•BOOST SOIL FERTILITY NATURALLY: Efficient drone-based biofertilizer spreading enhances soil fertility, reducing chemical dependence and promoting long-term sustainability.
COST-EFFECTIVE SUSTAINABILITY
•MAXIMIZE ROI: Achieve higher yields using fewer resources with precision applications, cutting costs and supporting environmentally friendly practices.
ECO-FRIENDLY SEEDING
•RESTORE NATURAL ECOSYSTEMS: Reforest and regenerate peatlands and woodlands through drone-assisted seeding that enhances biodiversity and supports ecosystem recovery.
CLIMATE-SMART AGRICULTURE
•REDUCE GREENHOUSE GASES: Minimize nitrous oxide release and greenhouse gas emissions with precise, low-impact drone applications that support sustainable farming practices.
DRONE MAPPING & BIODIVERSITY PRESERVATION
•ACCURATE LAND ASSESSMENT: Utilize advanced drone mapping for reforestation, erosion control, and peatland recovery projects. Spot-spraying preserves biodiversity and promotes ecological balance.
ADVANCED MULTISPECTRAL DATA INSIGHTS
•OPTIMIZE RESOURCE USE: Analyse plant health with cutting-edge multispectral sensors to reduce waste, enhance productivity, and make informed decisions for better crop management.
•No pesticide at present, but coming very soon
SURFACE DRESSING WITH NATURAL STONE FINISHES
SILAGE PITS, FARM ROADS, DRIVEWAYS, ESTATES
BLOCK PAVING OF PATHWAYS, DRIVEWAYS & CAR PARKS
SCHOOL PLAYGROUNDS, PATHWAYS, CAR PARKS
TARMACADAM, ASPHALT, PATCHING & POTHOLE REPAIRS
DRAINAGE, KERBING, GROUNDWORKS
PRIVATE & COMMERCIAL WORK UNDERTAKEN
With a full tank of fuel and an overnight bag packed with all my needs for a week away, I was very disappointed to be told by the organisers of the Farmers Rally in London on November 19th that I had not been selected as one of the chosen few to represent the industry in the Capital. I thought the reason was rather spurious, they claimed I was not at the cutting edge of agriculture. Rather than being a bright coloured modern tractor I was better suited to a museum than an important cog in current food production. I ask you, me not an important cog? If I refused to work they would soon be missing the egg on their breakfast plate. Sometimes you are just not appreciated. I did have a record day the week before the big rally. It was a clear, cold day and we set off in good time for the 42 mile journey to Halls Farm near Penicuik, I pulled a shed first one way so they could clear the muck at one end of the house and then from the other end. This all went very smoothly and by 12 o’clock I was on the road making the 53 mile journey to my next job at Town O’ Rule near Bonchester Bridge. I arrived at 2.30, exactly as arranged, to pull their hen house into position for the next flock of hens. With that job complete I set off on the journey home which I made still in daylight. The total distance driven was 107 miles, and two happy customers with their hen houses where they wanted them. With my oil leaks fixed, brakes working well I feel as fit as I have for a long time. Please think of me staring into a bunker full of wood chip as you spend time with your families over the festive period. If I am lucky he may acknowledge me by wishing me all the best for 2025. More likely he will walk past ignoring my presence until someone needs me when he will jump in (not literally at his age) and expect me to suddenly be at his beck and call. Unfortunately, with a new alternator and batteries, I start every time and can’t protest my disgust at the way he treats me.
There are 10 more Wendys hidden throughout the pages of Agrimart! For the chance to win a £20 book token email your completed word search and the page numbers containing Wendy with name and address to: sales@agrimart.co.uk or by post to: Agrimart, Sandystones, Ancrum, Jedburgh TD8 6UP (entries by 10th January 2025)
• Do you have drive and ambition?
• Do you have drive and ambition?
• Do you have drive and ambition?
• Have you identified a learning opportunity, a course or study trip which could enhance your career or your business?
• Do you have drive and ambition?
• Do you have drive and ambition?
• Do you have a plan to start a new career or business which will benefit the Borders economy?
• Have you identified a learning opportunity, a course or study trip which could enhance your career or your business?
• Have you identified a learning opportunity, a course or study trip which could enhance your career or your business?
• Have you identified a learning opportunity, a course or study trip which could enhance your career or your business?
• Have you identified a learning opportunity, a course or study trip which could enhance your career or your business?
• Are you finding it difficult to get funding for career development?
• Do you have a plan to start a new career or business which will benefit the Borders economy?
• Do you have a plan to start a new career or business which will benefit the Borders economy?
• Do you have a plan to start a new career or business which will benefit the Borders economy?
• Do you have a plan to start a new career or business which will benefit the Borders economy?
• Are you finding it difficult to get funding for career development?
• Are you finding it difficult to get funding for career development?
• Are you finding it difficult to get funding for career development?
• The Border Union Bicentenary Bursary Fund may be able to help you. It offers support to people in the Borders and North Northumberland.
• Are you finding it difficult to get funding for career development?
• The Border Union Bicentenary Bursary Fund may be able to help you. It offers support to people in the Borders and North Northumberland.
• The Border Union Bicentenary Bursary Fund may be able to help you. It offers support to people in the Borders and North Northumberland.
• The Border Union Bicentenary Bursary Fund may be able help you. It offers support to people in the Borders and North Northumberland.
• The Border Union Bicentenary Bursary Fund may be able to help you. It offers support to people in the Borders and North Northumberland.
• Successful applicants will ultimately contribute to the benefit of the rural economy of the area. This reflects the main objective laid down by the founders of the Border Union Agricultural Society in 1813, that of ‘Encouraging Improvement’
• Successful applicants will ultimately contribute to the benefit of the rural economy of the area. This reflects the main objective laid down by the founders of the Border Union Agricultural Society in 1813, that of ‘Encouraging Improvement’
• Successful applicants will ultimately contribute to the benefit of the rural economy of the area. This reflects the main objective laid down by the founders of the Border Union Agricultural Society in 1813, that of ‘Encouraging Improvement’
• Successful applicants will ultimately contribute to the benefit of the rural economy of the area. This reflects the main objective laid down by the founders of the Border Union Agricultural Society in 1813, that of ‘Encouraging Improvement’.
• Successful applicants will ultimately contribute to the benefit of the rural economy of the area. This reflects the main objective laid down by the founders of the Border Union Agricultural Society in 1813, that of ‘Encouraging Improvement’.
Details of the terms and criteria for eligibility, and deadlines for applications, are available online at www.borderunion.co.uk or from the Society’s Office at Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS. Alternatively email to: info@borderunion.co.uk
Villa located in Carvoeiro, Algarve, Portugal. Four en suite bedrooms, sleeps 8. Close to golf courses. 45 minutes from Faro airport. Private pool. Maid service, towel and bed changes included.
Details of the terms and criteria for eligibility, and deadlines for applications, are available online at www.borderunion.co.uk or from the Society’s Office at Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS. Alternatively email to: info@borderunion.co.uk
Details of the terms and criteria for eligibility, and deadlines for applications, are available online at www.borderunion.co.uk or from the Society’s Office at Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS. Alternatively email to: info@borderunion.co.uk
Details of the terms and criteria for eligibility, and deadlines for applications, are available online at www.borderunion.co.uk or from the Society’s Office at Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS. Alternatively email to: info@borderunion.co.uk
Details of the terms and criteria for eligibility, and deadlines for applications, are available online at www.borderunion.co.uk or from the Society’s Office at Springwood Park, Kelso, TD5 8LS. Alternatively email to: info@borderunion.co.uk
Enquiries to -
Douglas and Kirsty Mundell 07932 157573 / 07801 588665 themundells@btinternet.com
team of experienced Farm Secretaries are available to provide all your office needs to the highest of standards either on farm or remotely from our
Rhymers Mill Industrial Estate, Earlston, Berwickshire TD4 6FA
Davidson Land Services Ltd. are delighted to announce the following new services:
CONTRACT WORKS
PUBLIC & PRIVATE WATER MAINS SPRING SUPPLIES
CONTRACT CRUSHING / SCREENING WORKS
Producing drain-fill / aggregates and other materials to customer requirements
SEPTIC TANKS/PUMPING STATIONS
TREATMENT WORKS
EARTHWORKS/GROUNDWORKS WORKS
PROTECTION/REPAIRS
RESTORATION WORKS
DRAIN JETTING/CCTV
FABRICATION/ENGINEERING WORKS
SNOW CLEARING SERVICES
Following the announcement from Glendinning Groundworks Ltd. Davidson Land Services Ltd., Earlston, have agreed to take on their Inter-Drain Trenchless machine, along with members of their current Drainage Team.
PLANT HIRE
360° / 180° TRACKED/ WHEELED EXCAVATORS
The Inter-Drain 2040 GP Trenchless Plough can install up to 150 mm diameter to various depths. Drainage schemes are installed with a gravel infill to underside of topsoil for maximum effect. The Inter-Drain is mainly designed for land drainage but can also be utilised in other sectors such as cable and pipeline laying. The machine also incorporates a Topcon laser system which allows us to lay drainage systems to minimal gradients.
D61PXI (GPS) DOZER
REAR TIPPING DUMP TRUCKS
TRACTORS & DUMP TRAILERS
Season’s greetings to all current and new customers from all at Davidson Land Services
Here at Davidson Land Services Stores, we have a wide range of stock including:
• Consumables (Sprays, Paints, Nuts & Bolts Ect)
• Safety Boots & Clothing
• Tools and Accessories
• Chrome North West Cleaning Products
• Drainage Coils, Twinwall, MDPE & Soil Pipe
• Exol Oil, Grease, Brake Fluid Ect
• Viking Johnston Fittings
• Philmac Water Fittings
Unit 2-3 Rhymers
Mill Ind Est, Mill Road, Earlston, TD4 6FA
We also offer a hydraulic hose repair service.
We hold a wide range of hose & fittings in stock from 1/4” to 1 1/4” 4 Wire.
We have recently upgraded our machine and are now able to crimp up to 2” 4 Wire.
SEPTIC TANKS / PUMPING STATIONS
Industrial Estate,
WORKS
RIVERBANK PROTECTION/REPAIRS
WATER MAINS SPRING SUPPLIES
Rhymers Mill Industrial Estate, Earlston, Berwickshire TD4 6FA
Rhymers Mill Industrial Estate, Earlston, Berwickshire TD4 6FA
Rhymers Mill Industrial Estate, Earlston, Berwickshire TD4 6FA
TANKS/PUMPING STATIONS WORKS
TRACK RESTORATION WORKS
CONTRACT WORKS
CONTRACT WORKS
CONTRACT WORKS
RIDING ARENAS
PUBLIC & PRIVATE WATER MAINS SPRING SUPPLIES
EXCAVATIONS
PUBLIC & PRIVATE WATER MAINS SPRING SUPPLIES
PUBLIC & PRIVATE WATER MAINS SPRING SUPPLIES
SEPTIC TANKS/PUMPING STATIONS
DRAIN JETTING / CCTV
EARTHWORKS/GROUNDWORKS
TREATMENT WORKS
SEPTIC TANKS/PUMPING STATIONS TREATMENT WORKS
SEPTIC TANKS/PUMPING STATIONS
TREATMENT WORKS
DEEP EXCAVATIONS
DEEP EXCAVATIONS
MOLE PLOUGHING
BORING/UTILITY WORKS
DEEP EXCAVATIONS
EARTHWORKS/GROUNDWORKS
EARTHWORKS/GROUNDWORKS
FABRICATION / ENGINEERING WORKS
EARTHWORKS/GROUNDWORKS
THRUST BORING/UTILITY WORKS
THRUST BORING/UTILITY WORKS
THRUST BORING/UTILITY WORKS
SNOW CLEARING SERVICES
LAND DRAINAGE
LAND DRAINAGE
PROTECTION/REPAIRS
LAND DRAINAGE
RESTORATION WORKS
RIVERBANK PROTECTION/REPAIRS
RIVERBANK PROTECTION/REPAIRS
RIVERBANK PROTECTION/REPAIRS
TRACK RESTORATION WORKS
TRACK RESTORATION WORKS
TRACK RESTORATION WORKS
RIDING ARENAS
CRUSHER, GRADER & COMPACTION EQUIPMENT
RIDING ARENAS
JETTING/CCTV
RIDING ARENAS
DRAIN JETTING/CCTV
DRAIN JETTING/CCTV
CEMENT STABILISATION FOR ROAD
DRAIN JETTING/CCTV
FABRICATION/ENGINEERING WORKS SERVICES
FABRICATION/ENGINEERING WORKS
FABRICATION/ENGINEERING WORKS
FABRICATION/ENGINEERING WORKS
RESTORATION WORKS
SNOW CLEARING SERVICES
SNOW CLEARING SERVICES
SNOW CLEARING SERVICES
PLANT HIRE
PLANT HIRE
PLANT HIRE
PLANT HIRE
360° / 180° TRACKED/ WHEELED EXCAVATORS
360° / 180° TRACKED/ WHEELED EXCAVATORS
360° / 180° TRACKED/ WHEELED EXCAVATORS
TRACKED/ WHEELED EXCAVATORS
360° / 180° TRACKED / WHEELED EXCAVATORS
D61PXI (GPS) DOZER
DOZER
D61PXI (GPS) DOZER
D61PXI (GPS) DOZER
REAR TIPPING DUMP TRUCKS
REAR TIPPING DUMP TRUCKS
REAR TIPPING DUMP TRUCKS
D61PXI (GPS) DOZER
TRACTORS & DUMP TRAILERS
DUMP TRUCKS
TRACTORS & DUMP TRAILERS
TRACTORS & DUMP TRAILERS
REAR TIPPING DUMP TRUCKS
DUMP TRAILERS
CRUSHER, GRADER & COMPACTION EQUIPMENT FOR ROAD RESTORATION WORK
CRUSHER, GRADER & COMPACTION EQUIPMENT FOR ROAD RESTORATION WORK
Water Approved Contractor
GRADER & EQUIPMENT
CRUSHER, GRADER & COMPACTION EQUIPMENT FOR ROAD RESTORATION WORK
TRACTORS & DUMP TRAILERS
RESTORATION WORK
SGN Approved Contractor
Contact a member of our sales team:
Ian Chalmers: 07793 589 678 ic@hendersongm.co.uk
Allan White: 07501 088 177 apw@hendersongm.co.uk
William Smith: 07793 589 661 ws@hendersongm.co.uk
HaddingtonSelkirk 01620 823171 01750 725725
From everyone at Henderson Grass Machinery we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
● Kverneland ED85 / 160, 5 furrow auto reset plough, no. 8 solid bodies, with hydraulic front furrow width ADJ standard skimmers, depth wheel, needs work £3750
● Kverneland Geo Spread 2800LTR cap hopper with sieves & inspection windows, hydraulic controls, twin - 8 vaned discs, spread from 12M-45M, intelligent disc control ISO11783, Centerflow system, 4 weigh cells, exactline spread kit, folding hopper cover, dual input gearbox + PTO clutch, LED road lights £4900
● Kubota variable chamber,1.20 x 0.6-1.25, 2.20m wide pick up, Supercut 14 chopper system, parallelogram, drop floor, intelligent density, 3D bale chamber with auto chain lubrication, Easyload Powerbind Netwrap system, on 500/50-17 wheels with hydraulic brakes, Isomatch Tellus Go Terminal £26,000
● Kverneland DTX ex-demo unit, 3.0M/9'10" working width, 3 point linkage mounted, 5 legs AT60cm spacing with hydraulic protection auto-reset, STD 250mm Prolift wing tines, followed by 24 discs in two rows, hydraulic depth control, fitted with DD600 double disc rear roller with scrapers, unit weight 2970kg, 600mm DD roller £24,300
● Kverneland E-Drill S-Series 3.0m wide grain and fertiliser pneumatic drill, Isobus 11783, 2000l ADJ. hopper, HYD. Fan drive, 24 x CX11 coulters @ 12.5cm, on HYD. lift bar, half width shut-off following harrow, LED r-lights, 301 euro S-Series power harrow, 12 rotor, 575 euro packer roller carbide scrapers, PTO drive shaft hopper extension, 5000 pre-emergence marker £45,000
● Broughan 16t dump trailer up and over rear door 560/60x 22.5 wheels £21,750
● Broughan 16 ton high speed monocoque, body size: 20'L x 8'3"W x 5'H, hydraulic up and over rear door, grain chute, front window and side ladder, sprung drawbar, twin 10 stud commercial axles, on tyres 560/60R22.5, air and hydraulic brakes, load sensing, STD LED road lights and top door lights bar £21,300
● Deutz 8280 TTV 268HP/197KW 6-CYL stage 5 diesel SCR system and Adblue, 4WD, 60KPHTTV compound transmission, 12" I-Monitor 3 and Agrosky GPS ready, Maxivision 2 cab + air suspension cab, front linkage & PTO, 5 electric spool valves, PUH, front axle suspension, air & HYD brakes, 600/70R30, 710/70R42, ex-hire £162,000 remaining SDF warranty.
● Deutz 6135 RV ex-demo less than 100hrs, 136HP/99.8KW 4-CYL Farmotion 45 stage v diesel, turbo intercooler SCR and Adblue, 4WD, 50kph with RV shift 20F + 16R, automatic powershift, arm rest joystick, control, 5" infocentre, stop and go system, suspended front axle, cab suspension, dual mode HYD trailer brakes, PUH, rear lift 7000kg front linkage with spools,540/65R24, 600/65R38 £72,000
USED ploughs coming soon to Haddington: Kverneland ploughs
● ES250/100, 2019
● ES200/85, 2014
● EG200/85, 2015, 2 available
Lemkin Europal X7, bolt adjustment furrow width, 5 furrow, hyd reset, 2009
NEW Kverneland Ploughs:
● 3400S on land and in furrow, 6 furrow
● 2300S/200 5 furrow, 2 available
● ES250/85 5 furrow, 3 available
| Horticulture | Servicing | Parts www.hendersongm.co.uk all prices shown are excluding VAT
Farm Machinery Dealers & Crop Spraying Contrtactors
MILFIELD - WOOLER – NORTHUMBERLAND - NE71 6HS Tel: 01668 216788 e-mail info@glendalefarmservices.co.uk
New Marshall 14ton Grain Trailer,560 wheels,Roll over sheet, Air/Hyd Brakes
Used Philip Watlins 3mt Trailed Press, In very good order
Used Hi Spec 1250 Excel Rear Discharge Muck Spreader
Hi Spec SS1000 Side Spreader Muck Spreader
Enduramaxx Tanks All sizes available, Contact for a Price Wishing
PF 14ton Dump Trailer c/w Hyd back Door, 385/65x22.5 Super Singles
Tyrone 990lt Bunded Fuel Bowser 12v 80lt/min Pump
Tyrone 21ton Gross Tandem axle Low Loader to carry 16 ton
PF 14ton Multi Purpose Trailer, Magic back door and Ramps
Used PF 24ft Flat Trailer
John Deere 6155R, 2018
John Deere 6155R, 2018
John Deere 6155R, Choice 2022
John Deere 6175R, 2019
John Deere 6175R, choice
John Deere 6195R, 2016
John Deere 6195R
John Deere 6195R, 2015
John Deere 6210R, 2014
John Deere 6215R, 2019
John Deere 6215R, choice
TELEHANDLERS/WHEELED LOADERS
Kramer 5085T, 2016, Telehandler
John Deere 6820, 2005
John Deere 6820, 2005
Kramer KT357, 2019, Telehandler
Kramer KT357, 2019, Telehandler
JCB TM320S, 2007, Wheeled Loader A
John Deere 6900, 1997
John Deere 6930
John Deere 7310R, 2020
John Deere 7310R, 2020
John Deere 7330R, 2021
John Deere 8360RT, 2013 A
John Deere 8370RT, 2015
Class 500 Xerion, 2016
Valtra T194, 2019
TELEHANDLERS/WHEELED LOADERS
JCB TM320S, 2007, Wheeled Loader A
JCB 541/70, 2018, Telehandler C
JCB 541/70, 2018, Telehandler C Manitou 737-130PS+ Elite
Hours
John Deere XUV865M Gator, choice
John Deere 6155R, 2018
John Deere 6155R, Choice 2022
John Deere 6175R, 2019
John Deere 6175R, choice
John Deere 6195R, 2016
John Deere 6195R
John Deere 6195R, 2015
John Deere 6210R, 2014
John Deere 6215R, 2019
John Deere 6215R, choice
TELEHANDLERS/WHEELED LOADERS
Kramer 5085T, 2016, Telehandler
John Deere V461R Round Baler
Kramer KT357, 2019, Telehandler
JCB TM320S, 2007, Wheeled Loader
John Deere 6820, 2005
John Deere 6900, 1997
John Deere 6930
John Deere 7310R, 2020
John Deere 7310R, 2020
John Deere 7330R, 2021
John Deere 8360RT, 2013
John Deere 8370RT, 2015
Class 500 Xerion, 2016
Valtra T194, 2019
TELEHANDLERS/WHEELED LOADERS
JCB TM320S, 2007, Wheeled Loader A
JCB 541/70, 2018, Telehandler
Manitou 737-130PS+ Elite Ha
IF YOUR FARM TRACK OR FOREST ROAD NEEDS SOME ATTENTION, WE HAVE THE SKILLS, MACHINERY AND EXPERIENCE TO DELIVER A LASTING SOLUTION.
• REDUCES OR ELIMINATES THE NEED TO IMPORT MATERIALS.
• IMPROVES DRAINAGE TO PREVENT FURTHER DAMAGE.
• QUICK AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTION THAT MINIMISES DISRUPTION TO TRAFFIC MOVEMENTS.
• ALL GENERAL CONTRACTING WORK • CULTIVATIONS • BED TILLING • DE-STONING
• IRRIGATION • HEDGE CUTTING • MULCHING • TRIPLE SAWBLADE • DRAINAGE
• DITCHING • TRACK/ROAD GRADING • FOUNDATIONS • PONDS
• AGRICULTURAL & COMMERCIAL CONCRETE WORK • FABRICATION WORKS
• FENCING (WITH TRACTOR OR DIGGER OPTION) • SNOW CLEARING
• TRACTOR HIRES UP TO 360HP, GPS • DIGGER HIRE 9T, 13T, 14T
• TWIN DRUM VIBRATING ROLLER 80, 120 • D4 DOZER • DUMPER 1T, 3T, 9T
• DUMP TRAILERS UP TO 20T • GRAIN/SILAGE TRAILERS UP TO 18T • FLATBED TRAILERS 32FT
• LOWLOADER 32FT TRI AXLE • TOPPER HIRE, BATWING & FLAIL • IRRIGATION REELS & PUMPS
85 SPRINGWOOD RISE, KELSO TD5 8BE 07590 592300 • gbhogarth@hotmail.com
Foundations
Sitework
Ponds
Arenas
5 spreaders available to meet your precision spreading requirements
High output LGP machines to minimise soil and crop damage
Weighing systems and auto steer fitted
We supply our own loader and fuel to minimise disturbance to the customer Blanket or variable rate lime spreading compatible with all mapping systems
The following can be supplied and accurately applied
Lime, Compost, Slag, Henpen, Fibrophos, FYM, Gypsum, other organic materials Soil Mapping service
• correct variations across fields
• independent analysis
• 4 samples/ha for accurate pH maps
• all nutrients can be tested
• recommendations to suit your enterprise
Contact us to discuss how we can help reduce your costs with the use of organic products Tel 01875 320363 Mob 07703
/ LOG GRAB
• WOODLAND CLEARANCE
• GORSE, WILLOW & BRASH
• TREES UP TO 300MM
• TREE ROOTS & STUMPS
USING TUNGSTEN TIP TEETH, TAKE EVERYTHING BACK TO THE SOIL
Blocked Drain Services • Internal unblocking of toilets & sink traps
• External blocked drain high pressure jetting clearance
• External drain high pressure jetting of debris/tree roots/cooking fat build up
• Planned maintenance drain cleaning
OFFERING DRAINAGE WITH SOIL-MAX TILE PLOUGH WITH MINIMAL DISTURBANCE
• GPS CONTROLLED DEPTH
• DEPTH OF UP TO 1.2 METERS
• BORE OF PIPE UP TO 4 INCHES
• WITH OR WITHOUT GRAVEL
AGRI ASSIST & GROUNDWORKS 85 SPRINGWOOD RISE, KELSO TD5 8BE 07590 592300 • gbhogarth@hotmail.com
Drain CCTV Survey Services • Drain defect diagnostic • Drain survey & report
• Drain network mapping • CCTV survey for local water authority pre-adoption
• Manhole/inspection chamber locating • Pre-purchase drain survey
JetVac Services • Up to 1000mm diameter drain jetting capacity
• Gully sucking/emptying • Flood water vacuum response
• Septic tank emptying/de-sludging
Drain Repairs/Installation Services • Excavation & repairs
• Public sewer connections • Adoptable sewer installations
• Pumping mains/stations installations
Tel: Kelso 01573 225249 Mobile: 07793 361023
e-mail: enquiries@gwcwateranddrainage.co.uk
UStor Business units, Unit 8/1 Spylaw Road, Kelso TD5 8DN
Contact:
Construction of shuttered slurry tanks and silos (all built to SEPA requirements)
Christopher07843 208 544
Patrick07701 040 681
Contact:
Christopher07843 208 544
Slurry spreading available with umbilical, dribble bars and ferry tankers. Tractors on floatation tyres
Dung spreader hire or complete service
Complete silage service
All types of digger work undertaken
Patrick07701 040 681
December 11th 2024
Hugo Lee farms in partnership with his father, Guy, at Sandystones, near St Boswells. Arable crops of wheat, oilseed rape, malting barley and oats are grown, 500 Angus cattle are finished annually, 8000 organic hens produce eggs for Waitrose and 8,000 organic point of lay pullets are reared each year.
The past month has been relatively quiet with the majority of cattle now housed and the next hen shed depletion scheduled for early in the New Year.
We have finally got round to ‘sorting out’ the office and meeting room which have both gradually acquired clutter over the past twenty years. Six trips to the dump later and it feels like we are working in a brand new office!
It always amazes me how much firewood our treehouse accommodation uses. We are forever running short of seasoned wood which is frustrating. Cutting and splitting wood is a slow laborious and expensive task with a chainsaw and splitter. I have been looking for a better solution for a while and last week we hired a neighbour’s wood processor. Wow what an incredible machine!
Output has gone from five tattie boxes a day to 12-14. We now have at least a years worth of wood in stock.
Bogdan and I are halfway through clipping 46 fat cattle which are heading to Stoddarts on Sunday. I am the first to admit our cattle are never the cleanest in the sheds. All cattle are bedded using a bedding machine and we are perhaps a little mean on straw. However, I do find that Angus cattle will lie in the dirtiest place possible if they have the option. We have run a mixed batch of continental and Angus cattle before and the continentals barely needed clipping whereas the Angus were filthy. I am probably guilty of over clipping but we take pride in sending clean cattle to the abattoir and we are averaging six an hour currently which is not bad going for this time of year.
I know farming is a lifestyle as well as a job but I have to admit, sometimes, feeling a little jealous of friends who don’t work in our industry and can down tools at 5pm on a Friday and enjoy the weekend. They can take holidays whenever they want and don’t have to fit it in around harvest, lambing, calving etc. However, I have to remind myself that they can’t as easily watch a hockey or rugby match on a Wednesday afternoon, attend mid-week school concerts, plays or even the end of term carol service. During the busy times when I feel there is no end in sight and work can become all-encompassing I have to remind myself of this.
Despite the current political situation both north and south of the border I am still a firm believer that we work in the best industry in the world and should be proud of it.
The news yesterday that one of our advertisers is missing presumed dead after being caught in Storm Darragh flooding is unbelievably tragic. All our thoughts are with his family and friends at this terrible time.
Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and prosperous New Year.
AG - Bag
Sealed Storage Systems
General Contracting Services
•Two high capacity mobile mills for Dry rolling & Crimping
•Ag-bagging Services
•Direct drilling / Pasture rejuvenation
•Ploughing (4 & 5) furrow
•Fertiliser spreading
•Spraying
•Topping & mulching
•Agri Haulage
•Tubelining / Bale wrapping
•Product supply : clamp sheets, silage rings, protective nets and silage additives
Film binding instead of net wrap results in more plastic where the bale needs it most on the barrel, only one recycling stream as well. 25 knife bank giving 45mm chop length with bale getting wrapped immediately out the bale chamber. Onboard bale weighing giving average bale weight and total weight of crop baled. Application of inoculants or additives.
St Boswells The friendly digger hire company
SELF DRIVE HIRE
MICRO TO MINI DIGGERS 1t to 3t
Micro/doorway excavators (new Bobcat E10) to 1.5t and up to 3t (Bobcat E27)
ROAD ROLLER Terex 1200 2.9t vibrating ride on, 1.2m wide
Drive away with our 3t trailers to suit or delivery by us
From £60+VAT to £90+VAT per day
Contact Stephen Amos 07584 254680
All types of Agricultural Fencing, Garden Fencing and Decking
A & E Brown, Byrewalls, Gordon, Berwickshire TD3 6JU Contact: Andrew 07725 583737 Euan 07774 004622 Evenings 01573 410260
John Renton
Agricultural Engineer Tel 07774 163899
Also on-site hydraulic hose repairs 1,2,4 wire hose from 1/4” - 1”
NEW HOLLAND L318 SKIDSTEER for hire with trailer
BSP, JIC, ORFS, metric & flange fittings etc. Trailer brake & Q/R couplings SANDYSTONES HIRE 07759 530013 / 07703 571291
Lab
stboswells@sac.co.uk edinburgh@sac.co.uk perth@sac.co.uk cupar@sac.co.uk forfar@sac.co.uk
December 9th 2024
Tom Pate farms 240ha of arable on a tenanted farm in Angus. Cropping includes wheat, spring barley, rye and oilseed rape along with land let for potatoes and vining peas. Additionally, around 6500 pigs are reared annually under contract and 600 Christmas turkeys sold directly to the public under the KellyBronze franchise. On his wife’s 380ha family farm in the Angus Glens they also run 200 red deer hinds plus followers for venison production, along with developing a forestry enterprise.
Having given Labour’s budget both barrels in my last Agrimart article, I must admit I attended neither the London nor the Edinburgh rallies. During the London event I was busy weaning deer (a big job that involves extra help that had been arranged weeks before) and at the time of the Edinburgh event I was under severe pressure to get our new turkey processing line finished ahead of plucking (a project long in the planning but ultimately only completed at the last minute).
The Mizuri (shown) and Sumo direct drilled wheat trials. The slugs showed no preference and chomped through both! Luckily all growing away now after some late season pelleting The elf that should’ve been left on the shelf.
The effectiveness of such rallies can be argued but I would have liked to have attended both to show my support and feel I had done something. I was disappointed by some of the public reaction to the cause on radio call-ins or social media during the London event especially. The changes to APR and BPR are a complex issue to explain, and the asset rich/ cash poor, low profitability and multigenerational scenario of many farms is also difficult to succinctly translate to a lay audience. The public are fickle, and we must tread carefully if we are to keep the majority on side. I do wonder that rather than calling for protection of APR/BPR we should be calling for all inheritance (aka death) taxes to be reformed/abolished. They are generally disliked by the wider population and the previous governments have toyed with the idea. Being taxed after death on wealth you have worked hard for, already paid tax on and keen to pass to next generations is understandably the most unpopular of all unpopular taxes. Currently the very rich can easily avoid paying death duties by various legal and accounting practices but the modestly wealthy are often caught out. I think every homeowner, business owner and prudent saver in the country would be receptive to the idea. Abolishing the tax is unlikely but what about lowering the level to such an extent that everybody can afford to pay. The current 40% is absurdly high and money spent avoiding it is well spent if that’s an option. But say it was reduced to 2% and suitable thresholds and caps placed, then the hassle and cost of loopholes and trusts wouldn’t be worth it for most. Pay the tax and move on. Death taxes stifle intergenerational ambition, make bereavement all the more stressful and cause assets to be sold or split up. Better to be a nation that builds wealth rather than taxes it. Tax me on the services I use, the income I generate or the items I buy during my life but not on my lifetimes achievements once I’m gone.
The past month has been hectic in the preparation of turkey season. A new processing area has been completed which should hopefully make our lives a bit easier going forward but in the short term has caused me significant stress. It worked well during plucking with only a couple of minor teething issues and saved us considerable time.
Wishing all readers a restful and peaceful Christmas.
0% FINANCE ON ALL MASSEY FERGUSON EQUIPMENT* 1+3 and 3+33 @ 0% (Up to 45% on RRP) *Offer excludes Combines. Ts/Cs apply. Full details available on request.
2023 MASSEY FERGUSON 8S.305 DYNA-VT EXCLUSIVE
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And 2 Hyd Services, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes. Trimble Cenrimetre Radio Guidance, 2nd ISOBUS Screen, 600F & 710R Tyres. Warranty to 05/08/2026 or 1200 Hours. 334 Hours, Tractors in use, hours might change. £174,000+VAT Serial No. 151063
2024 MASSEY FERGUSON 6S.155 DYNA-6 EFFICIENT
54KPH, MF4327 Front Loader Ready (FL.4327 Loader Prices Separately), Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Manual Services, Air Over Oil Trailer Brakes, 480F & 580R Tyres. 12 Months Warranty, 272 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£104,500+VAT Serial No. 268030
2023 MASSEY FERGUSON 7718S DYNA-6 EXCLUSIVE
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage, PTO and 1 Pair of Hyd Service's, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Services, Air over Oil Trailer Brakes, ISOBUS, Guidance Ready. Warranty 15/08/2026 or 1200 hours. 729 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change
£99,500+VAT Serial No. 340034
2021 MASSEY FERGUSON 8S.225 DYNA-7 EXCLUSIVE
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Services, Air Over Oil Trailer Brakes. Guidance Ready with ISOBUS, 600F & 50R Tyres.
Warranty to 04/05/2026 or 1800 Hours.
1,286 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£114,000+VAT Serial No. 328001
2023 MASSEY FERGUSON 7S.180 DYNA-6 ESSENTIAL
54KPH, Front Axle &Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Manual Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes, ISOBUS and Guidance Ready, 12 Months Warranty, 264 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£109,500+VAT Serial No. 011019
2024 MASSEY FERGUSON 7S.180 DYNA-6 EXCLUSIVE
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage, PTO And 1 Pair Of Hyd Service's, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Services, Air Over Oil Trailer Brakes, ISOBUS, Guidance Ready. Warranty to 15/08/2026 or 1200 Hours.
225 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£127,500+VAT Serial No. 318023
2022
FERGUSON 8S.205 DYNA-7 EXCLUSIVE
2023
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes. Novatel Centemetre Guidance With ISOBUS, 540F & 650R Tyres. Warranty to 04/05/2026 or 1800 Hours, 1,033 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change
£114,000+VAT Serial No. 131047
8S.205 DYNA-7 EFFICIENT
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage and One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Services, Air Over Oil Trailer Brakes, ISOBUS and Guidance Ready, 600F 650R Tyres. Warranty to 17/11/2024 or 3000 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£97,000+VAT Serial No. 25908
FERGUSON 7S.180 DYNA-6 EXCLUSIVE
54KPH, Front Axle &Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Electric Hyd Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes, Novatel Centimetre Radio Guidance, 540F & 650R Tyres.
Warranty to 1200 Hours or 15/03/2027, 609 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£116,000+VAT Serial No. 023001
2023 MASSEY FERGUSON 6S.180 DYNA-6 EFFICIENT
54KPH, MF4327 Front Loader With Euro Carriage, Manual Locking And One Service, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Manual Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes, 540F & 650R Tyres, Warranty to 15/03/2027 or 1200 Hours, 277 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£106,500+VAT Serial No. 300018
2023 MASSEY FERGUSON 7S.180 DYNA-6 ESSENTIAL
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Manual Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes, ISOBUS and Novatel Submetre Guidance. Warranty to 04/06/2028 or 1200 Hours, 473 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£103,500+VAT Serial No. 011014
2023 MASSEY FERGUSON 7S.180 DYNA-6 ESSENTIAL
54KPH, Front Axle & Cab Suspension, Front Linkage And One Hyd Service, Rear Linkage, 4 Manual Services, Air Over Oil ABS Trailer Brakes, ISOBUS and Guidance Ready, 12 Months Warranty, 129 Hours, Tractor in use, hours might change.
£103,500+VAT Serial No. 011005
•
......
December 11th 2024
Simon Bainbridge farms in partnership with his wife Claire and his parents, Ivan and Elisabeth in Northumberland. They run suckler beef, sheep and laying hen enterprises across 650 ha of mainly SDA and moorland - organically.
I’ve just had a quick look back to last year’s Christmas article and the year before, and yes, it appears that those two years motored along at speed as well, but I really can’t quite get over how quickly this year has gone. Interestingly, this time two years ago we were TB testing (that must have been a treat just before Christmas) and struggling to get tags delivered with the postal strikes. Last year we were feeling relieved to have got our Countryside Higher Tier over the line, but we were wondering whether the job would have been a lot simpler to have settled for a Mid Tier agreement. Now, we feel incredibly fortunate to actually have an agreement. It was a difficult time getting the agreement in place, but the frustration and concern to not be able to get an agreement and the double whammy of cashflows being destroyed by the reduction in BPS along with all the other budget changes is being felt by many. We went down to London on the 19th. There were a lot of people there – definitely more than what the media reported, probably between 40,000 and 60,000. Have our voices been heard? Its hard to say, but we felt it was the first chapter in making this government listen. Was our MP listening? Possibly, but it was evident they had all been given the ‘script’ the night before. They were saying the words, but really had no grasp on what these collective changes and challenges will do to our industry. We will need to keep talking about this, we will need to make our voices heard, maintain momentum, but need to keep the public on side. What wasn’t reported in the mainstream press is that the Metropolitan Police has said this rally was well organised and peaceful. They would be happy if all rallies went this way, and we not only left the place tidier than when we arrived, but also donated over 6.6 tonnes of food to the City Harvest food bank, which is over 15,000 meals. There are not many rallies that do that.
On a farm level, the new hens are busy laying, so hopefully by the new year we will be up to full production, which will be a huge relief after such a tight cashflow. We have also moved packers. So, after more than a years notice we are now putting our eggs into Lintz Hall and looking forward to building a relationship for the future. It’s the right time for us to make this move and it definitely feels right to have our eggs packed in the North East rather than the South West.
Scanning has gone really well after a couple of poorer years, with our new herd of Luing Heifers 100% in calf. This is a relief, as they are new stock, with a new Bull. It feels good to end the year with positive news. So, Claire and I would like to thank our team for working with us throughout the year… Christmas Party in January! We’d like to thank our customers and suppliers, and we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and the very best for 2025.
✓ Automated 3-way draft crate
✓ 36V DC which is silent, stunningly powerful with amazing energy economy
✓ Silent compared to traditional pneumatic drafters requiring no external power source
✓ Labour saving device, can accurately handle up to 600 lambs / hour
Automatic weighing and drafting crate for
Ian Mackenzie is an arable and dairy farmer from the Canterbury Plain in the South Island of New Zealand. He runs a number of fully irrigated intensive cropping farms, producing grain, vegetable and grass seeds with some stock finishing.
December 9th 2024
Our golden spring has crashed to an end and we’ve been brought back to the harsh reality of a tough windy dry Canterbury summer. The Nor’wester wind has been sucking the ground dry for weeks and to cap it off, gusts yesterday topped 100mph and toppled irrigators. Watering days we can’t afford to lose. On the up side, we had a major win around our regional council table 2 weeks ago. We voted down the draft regional plan that the Greens and other activists were using to try to lock in our previous socialist government’s attempt to destroy our economy. It was a close vote but we won. The pernicious nature of the old Labour/Green policy was that to get permission to use any natural resources for anything, (including domestic water supply and septic tanks), we had to bribe local Māori to get their consent… 3rd world corruption. This has been costing our communities $millions in expensive processes and lost opportunities. An example has been a major catchment restoration programme down our way designed to improve water quality and stream flows and recreate wetlands. This should have been approved quickly and without contention. Instead because as a community we wouldn’t pay the bribe, the process has taken 3 years and will cost close to $1m. In the meantime the community has been paying several $m in targeted rates to fund the programme. If Jeremy Clarkson thinks he has problems with his local council it pales into insignificance compared to our regional council. And yes I’ve been on this bloody council for 5 years but have been consistently voted down on most issues until 2 weeks ago. So a major win.
Unfortunately Chris Allen, a clever, articulate, popular and all round lovely man and good friend (and very highly regarded farm leader) and who was at the top of my list to replace me on council was electrocuted in an accident yesterday. We are reeling.
The Old Smiddy, Graden, Kelso, TD5 8BS
Telephone : 01573 430338
Email : info@walkergroundworks.com
Walker Groundworks are a long-serving company, established in 1996, covering a working area including but not restricted to the Scottish Borders, Northumberland and the Lothians.
Our highly skilled and dedicated team are here to help with any of the following works:
• Earthworks/Site Preparation/Roads
• Crushing
• Groundworks/Plotworks
• Deep Drainage
• Field Drainage & Ditching
• River Works
• Concrete Flooring for Agricultural/Industrial Shed (Laid with highly accurate Laser Screed, with finish to meet clients' requirements)
• All Timber work undertaken – including Harvesting, Hand Cutting, Thinnings & Clear Fell
• Haulage including Heavy Plant Movement, Timber Haulage & Hiab Hire
• In house Welding Engineer/Steel Fabricator
• In house setting out engineer/surveyor
Michael Bell is Managing Director of Bell Rural Solutions, based in their office in Earlston. Michael provides professional advice to clients on a variety of issues throughout Scotland and Northern England, is a Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, an RICS Registered Valuer and Agent for the AMC.
After a devastating budget for agriculture delivered by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Labour party’s Rachel Reeves, in Westminster a little over a month ago which led to organised marches and protests in London and Edinburgh I thought I would look a little closer to home to see if there are any positives that can be drawn from the Scottish Budget.
The Scottish Finance Secretary, Shona Robison, delivered the annual Scottish Budget Statement on the 4th December to the Scottish Parliament, setting out her taxation and spending plans for 2025/2026.
The Scottish Government now has full control over agricultural spending. At first glance, the budget announcement would lead you to believe that the £660m pledge to farming and crofting for such crucial schemes as Basic Payment Scheme, Greening, Less Favoured Area Support and Voluntary Coupled Support is an increase, however given the rate of inflation, this is actually a reduction in real terms. This is disappointing given that the block grant received by the Scottish Government benefited from an 8% increase.
The promised return of £46m previously deferred from agricultural funding now has a clear schedule: £20m is to return in 2025/26 for capital expenditure with the remaining £26m to come a year later.
Grant funding for woodland creation has reduced to around £53m whereas funding for peatland restoration has increased substantially to around £35m with an aim of restoring 15,000ha of peatland.
Budgets for National Parks and Forestry Land Scotland have both been cut. The Land Commission have been tasked with finding justification for a Carbon Land Tax. There is no change to the Land Reform allocation and there will be £15m to be spent on flood protection, which won’t go very far. More general changes tabled in the budget are a 3.5% increase to income tax thresholds to the basic and intermediate rates, however, thresholds for higher earners are set to remain frozen, placing a larger burden on those on higher incomes and further widening the gap between other parts of the UK.
The Additional Dwelling Supplement will increase from 6% to 8% effective from the 5th December. There is a £284m increase to fund new homes and local authorities will get a further £1b to spend.
Unfortunately, I do not think any of the key points reported can be considered positive despite looking hard for that silver lining. The most positive part is the return of the reallocated agricultural funding, which it could even be argued, should never have been reallocated in the first place as those funds were meant to be ring fenced.
As the Government do not have a majority, they must now work with other parties to pass this Budget Bill. It is not expected that there will be any major changes although there is a possibility that things might be tweaked to get the Bill through. I expect during this period there will be some lobbying by organisations such as the NFU and Scottish Land & Estates to improve the situation for their members. Perhaps without the input of organisations such as these the outcome here could have been worse, but I think their efforts are simply holding back the tide.
For more information, please get in touch with Michael Bell on 01896 802252, 07584 644246 or mbell@bellruralsolutions.com
Supplying dependable and powerful generators in the North of England and Scotland
If you require dependable, plentiful source of power, our fantastic generators won’t let you down. Marshall Green’s expert team offer generators for sale to a diverse range of clients through out northern England and Scotland. We are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to make sure you have all the power you need, when you need it.
Established in 1994 and serving the farming community for 30 years Happy
December 9th 2024
Will Howe is an arable farmer from Sleaford, Lincolnshire. The soils are predominantly heavy. There is 1000ha of cropping including winter wheat, spring beans, spring oats and oilseed rape. He also manages a contracting business Thorpe Farming Ltd.
As the rain beats down for the third consecutive day, Colby is now off until the New Year, there is time for a period of quiet reflection of the year just gone. What went well, and more importantly what didn’t.
The crops in the ground look well, with a customer’s direct drilled winter barley into spring oat stubble looking a real treat. Experience is now showing that cultivating land after spring oats is a mistake as the incorporated oat straw does seem to leave the land “wet” so direct drilling is the best method.
Having sorted my tractor conundrum, I have now resolved the cultivator challenge. It isn’t exactly what I wanted from an agronomic point of view but represents good value for a robust machine which will have a respectable resale value should it not perform as hoped. There is also the opportunity to pull a press or set of rolls behind it which will move us back to a one pass system. I have even had to swallow my pride and resort to ploughing. Some of the new land we have taken on this autumn has had sugar beet on it and was lifted in the wet so a reset was required. Cue a phone call to a kindly neighbour to scrounge a plough and we had it done in 3 days, just before the weather properly broke. The whole process has reminded me why I don’t like ploughing with horses’ heads being produced and watching the tractor sliding up and down the field sending shivers down my spine whilst contemplating the cost of thrashing the lumps into a seedbed in the spring.
With a lot of spring barley destined to be planted this coming season, I have decided my combine is not up to the challenge. I have contemplated buying a flex header for it to try and improve output, especially when the straw gets damp in the evening but they are £120k, or changing the combine will cost £250k on top of mine being part exchanged. The combine is now 10 years old which is when I would normally change it, but with commodity prices where they are it will battle on and I have found a friend who is over capacity so willing to come and lend a hand when required. This will put the store under pressure but hopefully this is a one off. After this season a lot of Worths Farm will have had a double spring break, and some even three years, which should mean we are back on top of the blackgrass and a more normal rotation can ensue.
May I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.
Technical Arc - Ci 253 PRO Inverter Mig Welder 400v - 4 Roll Drive - £1279.00 plus vat
Technical Arc - Ci 251 PRO Inverter Mig Welder 230v - 4 roll drive - £1299.00 + vat
Technical Arc - Ci 303 PRO Inverter Mig Welder 400v - 4 Roll Drive - £1425.00 + vat
Technical Arc - Oxford Cutmaker 753 c/w 8m Torch, Clean Cut 28mm - £2100.00 + vat
GYS-Welding - Ex Demo Multiweld 250T Mig Welder, 400v, Dial in Settings - £695 + vat
GYS-Welding - MI160P Inverter, Hot Start, Anti Stick, 3.2 rods on 13amp - £199 + vat
GYS-Welding - Easymig 160, Mig, Stick - Gas or Gasless, takes 0.8 wire - £540.00 + vat
GYS-Welding - Easymig 180, Mig, Stick - Gas or Gasless, Takes 1mm wire - £640 + vat
GYS-Cutting - Easycut 40 Plasma, Cuts 15mm Clean, 8kg Only, 16amp - £699.00 + vat
Cebora - Pocket Pulse c/w Alu Kit, Dial in metal & Thickness - £1420.00 plus vat
Cebora - Plasma 36 Air, Compressor inside so plug in and cut - £1345.00 plus vat
FIAC - WR3HPXX-200S-3 Workhorse Compressor 3HP 200L 400V - £784.50 + vat
FIAC - WRN7.5HP-270S-3 Workhorse Compressor, 7.5HP 270L 400v - £1249 + vat
FIAC - WR3HP-150S-1, Workhorse Compressor, 3HP, 150L, 230v - £569.00 + vat
Power Harrow Tines & Levelling Boards
Our own Tungsten Coating improves the life of a tine by approximately 4 times. Levelling Boards for Kuhn 3m, 3.5, 4m & 6m
MOSA - GE SX-16000 KDT 230/110V Super Silenced Diesel Gen erator - £6950.00 + vat
Evolution - R210MS-300+ 210mm Slide Compound Multi Material Mitre Saw £159 + vat
Evolution - S355CPS 355mm Metal Cutting Chop Saw With TCT Blad e - £279. 00 + vat
Evolution - R355CPS 355mm Chop Saw With TCT Multi -Material Blade - £215.00 + vat
Metabo - CS23-355 Metal Cu tting Chopsaw, 230v, 14” Carborundum Blade - £125 + vat
Holemaker - HMTV35 Versadrive Mag Drill, UK Built, Industrial Quality, 35mm £449 + vat
Holemaker - HMTV60T Mag Drill, Broach 60mm, Reverse Gear, Tap to 20mm - £849 + vat
Holemaker - HMT MAX 100T Mag Drill, Broach 100mm, 110v, Tap to 30mm - £1179 + vat
Pramac - P3500i 3500W Petrol Inverter Gen erator Electric & Recoil Start £635 + vat
Pramac - ES8000 Generator, Honda Engine c/w AVR - Recoil Start, 7.2kva £1125 + vat
SGS Gases
Welding & Cutting Gases in 10L, 20L & 30L Bottles.
Pay 1 deposit (no rent)
Pro Fuel is nearly the same heat as ACET
Agriparts Borders Ltd Spylaw Road, Kelso TD5 8DL - 01573 226 526 - info@agriparts co.uk - www.agriparts.co.uk - 07870 202 017
We are a local company with over 20 years of experience. Call us for a free estimate on work in planning, grant work & any other projects before taking the package deal as our prices are very competitive.
Agricultural & industrial concrete floors. Professionally laid by laser. All types of finish. All types of groundworks & building work can be undertaken.
Regrooving of old concrete
Heb 07977 765 529 Paul 07854 969 471 Jason 07714 022 741
H.E.Builders Ltd
Kincraig, 9 Broompark, Kelso TD5 7SN
Guy Lee
The Farmers Rally in London was well organised, well attended and well reported although the actual numbers were considerably more than the authorities estimated. Word came back from the Police that they wished every demonstration was as well behaved and respectful as this one was on November 19th. It must be a first when rather than rubbish to clear up when everyone has gone home, there was sufficient fresh produce donated to make 15,000 meals. Almost 7 tonnes of home produced food was bought up to the capital and given to the London Food Bank – City Harvest who said afterwards they were overwhelmed.
The challenge is to keep up the momentum, local protests in Wales, Felixstowe docks, Dover, the Midlands as well as the NFUS organised demonstration outside the Scottish Parliament on November 28th all have their effect and make the point but not sufficient for a Government to back down on policy. The hope is that the tax bands, implementation date or thresholds may be changed without attracting a lot of publicity and exposing the Government as weak. Farmers are very aware of the negative effect climate change protestors had on public sympathy when traffic was held up and daily life severely interrupted and are being very careful to keep the consuming public on side.
The bulk of arable fields in Scotland grow combinable crops for alcohol, predominately malting barley for the whisky industry. A recent report showing a decline in alcohol consumption in the UK, which I presume will be mirrored in the Western world, does not bode well for the future of a staple crop in Scotland. Since 2004 consumption has dropped by 16%, with reportedly 20% of the population not drinking at all which must be a reflection of the changing ethnicity of the UK. I always struggle with the concept of preserving land for ‘food production’ as opposed to energy, when electricity is a greater necessity for human life than alcohol. We can manage without either and our forebears enjoyed wine and beer in candlelight. Our arable net margins were down by 13% for this harvest compared to 2023, which was the year when fertiliser prices were almost double. It clearly demonstrates the importance of price and yield rather than input costs. Solar production for 2024 was 57,500 kws, 2023-60,800kws, 2022-64760kws, given this very low amount of solar radiation (and very high rainfall) it is of no surprise that yields were down. On the other hand our egg and beef enterprises are performing well with high demand. With the future being so unpredictable, planning ahead is tough but with every challenge there is an opportunity - as ever it is seeking those out. Wishing all our readers a Happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
Montracon Trailer
New September 2022, specification 4.6 meters, EN12642-XL, BPW axles on alloy wheels. Immaculate. £22,000 ono. More photos available on request from Seller. Contact Drew on 07801 319390
•
Northumberland Bred TB4
BVD free & vaccinated
Contact Richard
