Agri News - December 2020

AGRINEWS AGRI NEWS December 2020 | Issue 110

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NEW AI CAN ANALYSE CROP PERFORMANCE

New artificial intelligence (AI) is now able to interpret drone imagery to help farmers analyse broad acre crops.

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ew artificial intelligence (AI) is now able to interpret drone imagery to help farmers analyse broad acre crops. Skippy Scout version 2.5, the mobile phone app created by Drone Ag, has been developed with unique AI to interpret images taken by a drone. “It was always our intention to develop the software to this stage and we are thrilled to have it ready for users to take advantage of this season,” says Drone Ag founder Jack Wrangham.

Automated analysis of drone imagery can detect the percentage of weeds compared to healthy crop, and count the number of plants per square metre. By analysing the images, the app can also detect disease and is capable of interpreting holes in leaves to highlight insect damage. “This is the most advanced crop scouting tool we have produced and is the culmination of years of development work,” says Mr Wrangham.

The new version of the software will automatically fly a drone to scout fields five times faster than conventional methods. Using AI and satellite data it can then analyse the images to offer data and advice to the user. “Skippy can now count plants, measure healthy crop cover compared to weed cover, report on damaged crops and highlight

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insect damage,” explains Mr Wrangham.

Satellite data is being fed to the app up to three times a week and appears on the user’s phone as a layer of information. “Users can import their own maps too, giving each a name so that year on year data can be compiled and compared,” says Mr Wrangham. “The AI in Skippy is able to take all of this information to offer analysis and advice based on the data collected from the drone images,” he adds.

The data is subsequently presented in PDF reports that are automatically created by the app. “The reports are easy to understand and can be saved for future benchmarking and comparison. Our aim has always been to make this technology easy to use and accessible for all. Our monthly fee for Skippy is still just £30 for a single farmer and with drone prices below £400 we hope that more farmers will start to adopt this technology to save time crop scouting,” he concludes.

Drone Ag will be holding free to attend, interactive field days to demonstrate the new version of Skippy Scout at five locations throughout the UK. For more information go to www.skippy.farm/roadshow

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POWELL’S FARM AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT

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owell’s Forest & Garden Ltd, specialise in:

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C1000 now available with x-aim see palax youtube channel

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Supplying garden, estate, agricultural and woodland machinery (chainsaws, strimmers, hedgetrimmers, mowers, ATVs, wood chippers etc.)

Offering a prompt maintenance and repair service (several thousand spare parts in stock) Providing many of the accessories needed by gardeners, foresters and tree surgeons (safety clothing, hand tools, climbing equipment, etc.)

Our suppliers are wellestablished companies who provide good quality products, which we sell at sensible prices.

As a family-run business, established over 45 years, we pride ourselves in giving useful technical advice so that customers, from householders with a large garden to professional foresters, can make informed decisions about what equipment they need.

Our aim is to provide “onestop” shopping for cutting requirements, and we have a greater stock of spare parts than most of our competitors.

All our machines are backed up by an extensive stock of spare parts and repairs are carried out by a Husqvarna and Stihlapproved mechanic.

Replacement chains and simple repairs can often be done while customers wait.

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NEW MINERAL RANGE FOR ALKALISED RUMINANT DIETS

FiveF Alka Limited has launched a range of bespoke mineral supplements formulated specifically to complement rations

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iveF Alka Limited has launched a range of bespoke mineral supplements formulated specifically to complement alkalised ruminant rations including Alkagrain or Alkalage.

All the new in-feed Alkaboost minerals contain additional sulphur to help ruminant livestock utilise the excess non protein nitrogen (NPN) produced in the rumen by alkalised diets.

The sulphur allows animals to build usable protein from the available nitrogen.

The range includes bespoke formulations for various dairy and beef rations, a mineral specifically for growing lambs and a specialist Alkaboost product that combines the inorganic supplementary elements with a high purity yeast culture and microencapsulated plants and spices.

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“Alkaboost Lamb also includes increased levels of selenium, vitamin E and additional iron to support immune function, muscle development and rapid growth. This is recommended for lambs being finished on a high

cereal content alkalised ration. Feeding rate is 15-20g per head per day,” explains Rob Smith from FiveF Alka.

“Specialist new Alkaboost plus Rummisentials has been shown to be particularly complementary for

alkalised diets. The addition of a yeast culture and non-medicated plant spices helps to improve rumen pH regulation and increase propionic acid production, which together boost intake and available energy.

The plant spices also help to increase protein availability from the ration.”

The dairy and beef minerals should be fed at the rate of 100-150g per day. Any farmer making alkalised rations is advised to talk to their usual merchant about appropriate supplementation using the Alkaboost minerals.

Alternatively call 01200 613118 for further information.

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SPRAYER PIONEER FITS NEW INTELLIGENT TYRES

New pressure and heat sensing tyres have been fitted to a sprayer for the first time in the UK.

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ew pressure and heat sensing tyres have been fitted to a sprayer for the first time in the UK. The Continental VF tyres have been fitted to a SAM Horizon 4000 selfpropelled sprayer. “This is the first time the new VF tyres with pressure sensors have been fitted to a sprayer in the UK and we hope that other sprayer operators will want to introduce this technology to help reduce soil compaction,” says Continental agricultural tyre specialist Richard Hutchins.

ContiPressureCheck™ is a new system that monitors the pressure and temperature of tyres to provide the operator with the information to prevent tyre related issues such as underinflation or 8 | AgriNews | November 2020

overloading. “VF tyres with sensors are the future for farming. On the road these tyres enable the vehicle to carry forty percent more load than a standard tyre at the same pressure.

Alternatively, in the field, the pressure of VF tyres can be lowered by forty percent compared to standard tyres, even when carrying the same load. This spreads the weight of the vehicle over a larger surface area and reduces soil compaction,” explains Mr Hutchins.

The sprayer is owned by James Goodley, who runs an arable farm in Norfolk.

The tyres are helping him to adapt his farming methods as part of a move to a zero till system. “I want my sprayer tyre pressures as low as possible to maximise

the footprint and minimise compaction. My concern has always been to not run them too low, and that is where the tyre monitor comes in, because it can tell the operator if the pressure is safe and correct,” says Mr Goodley.

The Continental VF TractorMaster 600/60R30 162D/159E tyres are part of a larger range that is now available in the UK. “Demands to reduce the impact of heavy machinery on our soil are being met with new technology. Our hope is that others will choose to invest, in the way that Mr Goodley has, to help improve farming methods in the future,” concludes Mr Hutchins.

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AND FERGUSON ..............................................................................£POA FRONT LINKAGE TO FIT MOST 100 HP TRACTORS ............. £450 TELEPORTERS & LOADING EQUIPMENT CHILTERN Toe Tip 1.8m Euro 8 Bucket …...............................£1150 JCB 2011 531-70. 3453hrs. 90% TYRES. V.T. ..................... £23500 JCB 2010 535-95 aircon, PUH, joystick, v tidy, lrg engine...£25750 3 POINT Linkage Fork Lift..........................................................£750 TANCO 968 POWER LOADER, To Fit Int. 74 / 84 / 85 / 30 Series .................................................................................... £975.00 BROWNS GB900 LOADER, Ex Ford 5000 - 6600 - 7600 + ten series ................................................................ From £450 - £850.00 GRAYS LYCON POWER LOADER, H.D Model, to fit Ford 7610, 5610, 6610, 7610 2 & 4WD ................................................... £995.00 FARM HAND F12 LOADER TO FIT FORD 500/6600 .......... £750.00 FORD FRONT END POWER LOADER D.A., To fit Ford 4000/5000/7600.................................................................... £475.00 FORD HORNDRAULIC LOADER, c/w 3 Spools, Hyd Ram, Pipework ............................................................................... £295.00 CAMERON GARDNER MK1 rear loader to fit Fordson Major/ Super Major c/w manure fork ............................................... £290.00 HYDRAULIC LOADER to fit Dexter ..................................... £375.00 Tipping carriage off Sanderson bucket, to fit Sanderson SB55 Priced to sell FERTILISER JIB, To fit over any pallet tines Choice............ £160.00 GRAIN FAN P.T.O. 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V.tidy .. £7950 KUHN POWER Harrow 3m c/w packer ..................................£1350 CARRIER 4M mounted spring tine tram liner. Large hopper . £2850 CLAYDON SR 3.5m mounted Tyne Drill VT ......................... £10,500 MF30 4M Disc Grain Drill, 23 Disc Coulters ........................ £850.00 COUSINS 4M TRAILED 7 LEGG H.D. V.FORM c/w RAISER RINGS PLUS STOCKS RAPE DRILL PLUS OPICO LIQUID FERT TANK

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Complete with extension sides..£2100 PETITE, MARTIN Markham, Harford 3 / 4 ton trailers – VARIOUS from.............................................................................................£650 IVOR WILLIAMS T/A 16ft LM166 C/W side mounted HIAB CRANE ..................................................................................................£POA SHOOT TRAILER 2 SINGLE AXLE SPRUNG 10’ X 6’ OFFERS EARLY FERGUSON TIPPING TRAILER 8 TON TANDEM AXLE ALL STEEL TRAILER ......................... £2350 c/w SILAGE KIT IF NEEDED 8 TON TANDEM AXLE SCISSOR LIFT c/w GRAIN EXT. 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ROW CROP WHEELS 8.3 R32 ................................................£POA ROW CROP WHEELS 9.5 R44 ................................................£POA ROW CROP WHEELS 300 X 95 X R46, BKT, RT55, 4 STAR ..£POA ROW CROP WHEELS 230x95x32, 70% ........................... £1350.00 ROW CROP WHEELS 230X95X48 .................................... £1350.00 DUAL WHEELS 18.4/£16.9 x 38 16.9 x 30 From ................ £400.00 STOCKS DUAL WHEELS 20.8 X 38 c/w Clamps....................£POA COMBINES, HAY, SILAGE, RAPE SWATHERS SLEWTECH ROUND BALE HANDLER For plastic wrap (2016).......................................................................................... £750 MAJOR TOPPER 6’ ..................................................................POA VICON ACROBAT. ..................................................................... £150 VOTEX 9’ ROTARY TOPPER................................................ £850.00 ADAMS 4 REAR ROUND BALE CARRIER ..............................£POA ADAMS 2 FRONT BALE CARRIER TO FIT FORD ...................£POA COOKES FLAT 7 SLEDGE ................................................... £550.00 BALE SPIKE to fit JCB Q Fit ....................................................£POA BUCK RAKE H.D., 7’ 6”, c/w Push Off, JCB Tel Fitting ...... £875.00 VARIOUS BALE SPIKES **CHEAP TO CLEAR COMBINE MATCO 4’ side knife .......................................... £450.00 FLAT 8 BALE FORK Choice .....................................................£POA PARIMETER TOOL BOX SHELBOURNE REYNOLDS rape pick up header ............... £675.00 A Selection of Combine Side Knives .........................................POA BOMFORD BUCKRAKE ............................................................POA HESTON QUADRANT BALE SPIKE .................................... £300.00 MISCELLANEOUS GRAIN HOT SPOT PROBES. 1 phase.....................................£POA GRAYS A Snow plough JCB Q fit ............................................. £850 FORD Flat deck Cab to fit Ford 67-77-81-826710,7710,7910,8210 ......................................................... £1000.00 FORD Super Q cab roof ...........................................................£POA FORD Q CAB REAR WINDOWS, ROOF, DOOR, SIDE WINDOW & WINDSCREEN ..........................................................................£POA LISTER PETTER Generator, 7.1hp, 110 volt ........................ £175.00 INGERSOLL RAND TYPE 30, 1977, Single Phase Compressor .......................................................................... £375.00 BAG LIFTER for Forklift ........................................................ £175.00 BENTAL 3 PHASE ROLLER MILL ............................................£POA McCONNEL PTO driven saw bench.................................. £1275.00 SAGAR LARGE 3 PHASE ELECTRIC CIRCULAR SAW BENCH, & Assorted Saw Blades............................................................ £650.00 VINTAGE / CLASSIC / COLLECTABLE. 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Bodies, Disc & Skims..................................................................................... £695.00 FERGUSON 2 Furrow Plough, c/w cross shaft lever adj, G.P. Bodies .......................................................................................£POA FERGUSON Single Leg Subsoiler, Disc Sprung ................. £650.00 FERGUSON GRADER c/w Scarifier. Recon and Resprayed ........................................................................... £1350.00 DOE FOLDING IMPLEMENT FRAME. HYD ........................ £575.00 PETITT 3 WAY TIPPING TRAILER, 3T .....................................£POA FERGUSON 20, ROW CROP WHEELS, 400 X 36 ..................£POA MUDGUARDS TO FIT MF 135.................................................£POA FERGUSON 2 WHEEL TIPPPING TRAILER EARLY TYPE......£POA J.F MS105 WRAP AROUND COMBINE HARVESTER 10ft OFFERS ALL PRICES ARE + VAT

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KIOTI: TRACTOR MODELS PREPARED FOR THE FUTURE With the introduction of the environmental stage V engine standards for all tractors above 25HP, Kioti range is ready to lead the way

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ith The introduction of the environmental Stage V engine standards for all tractors above 25HP the Kioti range of tractors is ready to move forward and lead the way.

The change will see the introduction of a number of new exciting models. Kioti have many years of experience using the required technology. The first Compact tractor models using Common rail engines above 50HP with DPF were introduced in 2012. Kioti Engines have been running to quiet, economical and environmental friendly standards since this time.

For Kioti the new enhanced

regulations are just a small step not the radical change required for other competitive makes.

As a brief outline a new model CK2630, using the reliable Kioti 3A165 engine will be introduced offering a tractor with a physical presence relative to its size, i.e. the same as the existing CK3510 / 4010 but running at 25 Horse power to keep the purchase price lower. Making a useful addition to the models offered from Kioti The New CK30 series tractors will range from 35 to 50 horse power.

In this tractor range ROPS and factory cabin versions will be available as well as mechanical and HST transmissions.

The larger DK tractor model range will also grow. Currently HST transmission is available only on the 60HP ROPS and Cabin models. New HST 45 and 50 HP models will be available from late 2020 / early 2021. The cabin will be the spacious and quiet factory cabin that you expect from a Kioti Product.

Enhanced lift capacity will also feature giving 1700kg lift at the link arm ends.

As well as the changes to the engines Kioti have taken the opportunity to enhance the basic specification for these new models.

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THE BOOTS WHO WERE MADE FOR WORKING NOTCH UP 600 YEARS SERVICE As JCB prepares to mark its 75th birthday, there’s one family with an extra reason to toast the milestone

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S JCB prepares to mark its 75th birthday tomorrow there’s one family with an extra reason to toast the milestone after notching up a staggering 600 years’ service to the company.

changed so much, but so many things have stayed the same.

It may have factories in all four corners of the world but it is still based on the values that started it up in Staffordshire 75 years ago.”

their second cousin Leigh Boot. Shaun, of Denstone, who has worked for JCB for 20 years, said: “There is definitely something in the blood of the Boot family that makes us want to work at JCB.

The Boot family started its long association with JCB in 1949 when Bill Boot clocked on for the first time at the company’s factory in Rocester, Staffordshire. In the years that followed, nine of ten of Bill and his wife Lucy’s children went on to work at JCB. In total 27 Boot family members – including nine grandsons and three greatgrandsons have followed in Bill’s footsteps – registering a staggering 600 years’ combined service to JCB.

Bill’s grandson Gary Boot, of Uttoxeter, 58, of who retired in September, said his family were very proud of their JCB links.

Gary, who started working for JCB in 1986, said: “I always wanted to join from an early age. My dad, Dereck, would come home and tell us stories of the company and Mr JCB and that sparked my interest.

I’ve made so many great friends and have so many memories of the place. It is amazing to think of how many years’ service our family has put in – 600, it’s astonishing.”

“Knowing that dad, grandad and great grandad all worked here really does make me sit back and think. I’m really not sure what our family would have done for a living if it wasn’t for JCB. I have a six-yearold daughter and my brother Daniel has a six-year-old son.

So, you never know, I wouldn’t be surprised if they decide to follow in the family tradition.”

The milestone has just been reached as JCB prepares to mark its 75th anniversary on October 23rd – the day in 1945 that the late Joseph Cyril Bamford founded his business in a lock-up garage in the Staffordshire market town of Uttoxeter.

Today the late Bill Boot’s legacy continues as 11 members of his family still work at JCB – including five of his grandsons and three of his greatgrandsons.

Bill’s son Bob, aged 81 and living in Cheadle, Staffordshire, started work in at JCB in 1956 on a temporary contract – and stayed for nearly 44 years. He said: “It is a company that has

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Gary’s identical twin brothers Andy and Steven both work at the World HQ in Rocester.

Andy, 53, said: “I think how it is panned out over the generations has been brilliant.

I joined in 1983 on a Youth Training Scheme and haven’t looked back from there.”

Steven, of Rocester, added: “Being identical twins makes it difficult for our colleagues, but to be honest, there are so many Boots I find it difficult to keep up myself on some occasions!”

The fourth generation of Boots working at JCB is made up of great-grandsons, brothers Shaun and Daniel Boot and

Bill Boot and his wife Lucy – who worked in the JCB canteen – had nine sons and a daughter and nine of the children - Tony, Dereck (correct), Ken, Bob, Bill, Dennis, Les, Ron and Ruby – went on to work at JCB followed by grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

JCB was founded on the same day as JCB’s Chairman Anthony Bamford, now Lord Bamford, was born. The company’s first product was a hydraulic tipping trailer made out of war time scrap. Today the company manufactures more than 300 different machines, including the world’s first electric mini excavator.

JCB has 22 factories around the world, 11 in the UK and others in India, the USA, Brazil and China.

FENDT: ANNOUNCES NEW DEALER PARTNERSHIP

Fendt has appointed Johnston Tractors Ltd as a new dealer in north west England and south west Scotland

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endt has appointed Johnston Tractors Ltd as a new dealer in north west England and south west Scotland. This will see Johnston’s become official Fendt stockists and service support dealers from their three branches in Carlisle, Dumfries and Penrith.

forward to introducing them to the wide range of machines available,” said Managing Director, Howard Johnston.

“At the same time, we are able to offer existing Fendt customers the wealth of experience and customer support that we deliver on a daily basis,” he added.

Johnston Tractors was established in 1962 and has always been a family run business. Howard Johnston and sister Lorna, lead an experienced team that is excited by the new relationship with Fendt. “We welcome the opportunity to work with and represent Fendt in our territories. We believe the Fendt brand will be popular with our customers and we are looking

Martin Hamer, Fendt National Sales Manager; UK, IE, NL said, “It is a pleasure to welcome Johnston’s to the Fendt dealer family. This long-established business has the experience and knowledge to represent Fendt and offer excellent customer service and support. We are looking forward to a long and successful partnership that will see Johnston’s work with us to offer a broad range of

Fendt products.”

Johnston Tractors became a Fendt dealer on 1st October, joining over thirty dealerships throughout the UK. This change to the Fendt dealer network is set to be fully effective by April 2021 to allow for a period of transition. Johnston’s are now preparing to take on responsibility for the brand with the necessary staff training and are working with Fendt to make it a smooth transition for existing and potential Fendt customers.

For more information go to www.fendt.co.uk or www. johnstontractors.com

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LAUNCH OF THE NEW INTERNATIONAL WHAT YIELD PARTNERSHIP HUB Launch of the International Wheat Yield Partnership (IWYP) European Winter Wheat Hub

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uilding on a wealth of existing investment in UK wheat R&D, including the UK Research and Innovation BBSRCfunded Designing Future Wheat programme (DFW), the newly formed IWYP – European Winter Wheat Hub will accelerate research discoveries from the UK and globally into commercial plant breeding.

A public-private partnership, the IWYP - European Winter Wheat Hub will combine novel traits discovered by collaborative international teams into a range of high performing European winter wheat genetic backgrounds for assessment and use in winter wheat breeding programmes.

BASF, KWS, RAGT and Syngenta have entered a collaboration with NIAB to provide a translational pipeline supporting European winter wheat improvement.

In partnership with IWYP, the commercial breeders will select key genetic discoveries of potential value for the European wheat community from global IWYP research projects. NIAB will then use

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its expertise in pre-breeding to produce genetic material for the validation and development of selected IWYP research outputs.

Joining the wider existing IWYP Hub Network of large translational pipelines operating on Spring Wheat at CIMMYT (the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre) in Mexico and the recently established NIFA-IWYP Winter Wheat Breeding Innovation Hub at Kansas State University, USA, the IWYP - European Winter Wheat Hub will ensure that cutting edge discoveries are rapidly available to both the participating wheat breeders and to the global wheat breeding community.

challenges of increasing wheat production for food security whilst protecting the environment.”

Jeff Gwyn, who leads the IWYP programme said, “The addition of this new Hub further strengthens the IWYP Hub Network and enables the development of our innovations to reach a wider industry base more rapidly. It is critical for IWYP to have its research outputs taken up and utilised for the public good.

Public-private partnerships such as this further demonstrates that the IWYP initiative is filling a significant gap and creating value.”

Tina Barsby, CEO of NIAB “This is another excellent commented, “NIAB has example of how Publica strong track record in Private Partnerships (such pre-breeding of wheat as the DFW, Wheat Initiative and particularly in working and IWYP) can work well closely with commercial at both the international breeders to bring new and national level,” said Dr variability to the market. We Chris Tapsell from KWS, are really looking forward to who is leading the IWYP helping to advance IWYP European Winter Wheat project traits into breeding Hub Development, “And this programmes.” hub will help ensure that the hard work of the IWYP researchers around the world will deliver impacts that address the twin

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SUPPORTING YOUR FARMLAND BIRDS THIS WINTER Important updates and advice regarding coronavirus (COVID-19) Supporting your farmland birds this winter

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mportant updates and advice regarding coronavirus (Covid-19)

With increasingly erratic weather patterns - this year being no exception - one thing that remains constant is the lack of food availability for farmland birds over the course of the winter and early spring months.

Alarmingly, Europe has seen a substantial decline in farmland bird numbers in the last 40 years. This is of grave concern, as our birds are often considered good indicators of how healthy the natural environment is, particularly as they sit near the top of the food chain.

The dramatic fall in UK farmland bird populations is clear to see in the chart data taken from the November 2019 Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) publication, "Wild bird populations in the UK 1970 to 2018".

From the numbers, we can see that our farmland bird species declined by 56% between 1970 and 2018. Studying the report in detail shows that the four worst affected species – grey partridge, corn burning, tree sparrow and turtle dove – have declined by over 80%.

The once common and iconic yellowhammer has sadly declined by 54%.

Why are we losing so many of our farmland birds?

The decline can be attributed

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to many factors, including the loss of mixed farming, more intensive farming practices, larger fields, increased predation and changes to the crops that are being grown.

These problems have been recognised by the Government, with options now available in more recent agri-environment schemes to help improve farmland biodiversity and therefore support our bird populations. Grants exist within Entry Level Stewardship, Higher Level Stewardship and Countryside Stewardship for farmers who can help struggling farmland birds through the 'hungry gap' by spreading small seed mixtures.

What is the 'hungry gap'?

This term refers to the period from December to April when existing sown wild bird seed crops, game cover, hedgerows and trees have less plentiful seed and food. While this can have an immediate effect on bird populations due to starvation, it critically means that many surviving birds go into the spring breeding season in poor condition. As a result, populations inevitably shrink as less chicks fledge.

How can you help?

When out on farm, we are often shown some really excellent wild bird seed mix plots which provide a mass of food for our seed-eating birds, but no matter how much care and attention is given to these plots,

birds will invariably run out of seed by January. This is where supplementary winter feeding comes in.

There are many ways of feeding birds with small seeds, from spreading by hand to using a spinner on the back of a vehicle.

By adhering to good practice, you can ensure farmland birds really benefit: Feed next to hedgerows if you can, as this reduces the risk of predation Vary the amount of seed put down to match the uptake. Start with 'little and often' until you know how much is being taken Use hard tracks where possible, as this makes it easy for the birds to find the seed.

Move feeding sites around when required to avoid the build up of vermin, and avoid feeding near to farm buildings and water courses Some hopper feeding is allowed under agri-environment scheme rules but the majority should be spread on the ground.

If you are thinking of applying for a Mid Tier Countryside Stewardship agreement or a Wildlife Offer, you can apply for one tonne of supplementary winter feeding (option code AB12) for every two hectares of wild bird seed mix (option code AB9) you apply for. The grant rate at the time of writing is £632 per tonne.

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ALLTECH: LAUNCHES NEW PECKING BLOCK

Animal nutrition company Alltech has launched a new pecking block called Natu-pek

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nimal nutrition company Alltech has launched a new pecking block called Natu-Pek, which it said encouraged natural behaviour and provided natural nutrition in all poultry species during each stage of production.

Natu-Pek is designed to encourage natural pecking, natural foraging and natural beak conditioning in commercial flocks, reducing stress and stressassociated health issues through enrichment..

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provides and encourages repeat visits.

The blocks can be suspended from the ceiling or raised off of the ground in a dry scratch area. With increasing pressure to ban the practice of beak tipping, Natu-Pek features an abrasive finish to help naturally reduce excessive beak growth, offering a proactive approach to managing abnormal pecking behaviours.

“Promoting natural behaviours can help promote feather cover and health while diminishing aggression and injurious pecking, thus improving productivity and reducing medication use,

interventions and mortality,” said Adam Platt, regional poultry sales manager with Alltech UK, who has been working closely with producers to trial NatuPek and develop the new welfare-enhancing peck block.

Charles Mear, of Wood Farm Free-Range Eggs, has been trialling the Natu-Pek blocks on his family’s two 14,000bird units in Bedfordshire since September and has seen positive results. “The sweet-smelling blocks are big and sturdy enough to occupy several birds each side at one time, are lasting well and are easy to hang,” Mear said.

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THREE NEW DEALERS FOR CORVUS BOSS ORV Corvus Boss ORV has appointed 3 new 4X4 dealers. Joining the growing network selling the Corvus Terrain Diesel Side by Side

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hree new dealers for Corvus BOSS ORV has appointed three new 4x4 Corvus utility vehicle dealers. Joining the growing network selling the Corvus Terrain Diesel Side

by Side are Anderson ATV, Cheltenham GM and OHG ATV.

us.” Cheltenham Garden Machinery was established in 1971 as a family business and is now a main dealer in the Cheltenham area for many leading brands. “We have a strong customer base including local authorities and utility companies.” Says Manager Alex Matthews.

for the area. It’s the ideal match as we cover the whole of Devon and West Somerset.”

The Corvus Terrain Diesel is the first European manufactured 4x4 Side

by Side utility available in three models: Terrain DX4 EPS, Terrain DX4 PRO EPS “We’re pleased in the “Situated in the lower high and Terrain DX4 CAB EPS. current situation to be able street of Cheltenham on Corvus features a normally to expand our dealer base,” the main one-way system aspirated, inline 3-cylinder says Phil Everett, BOSS through Cheltenham town 993cc Yanmar Diesel engine ORVs Managing Director. centre, we get a large which is Euro 6 compliant for “We’re able to meet the amount of traffic passing reduced emissions. Terrain demand for Corvus in much our front windows every models are homologated wider locations and know day, so it is important for to T1b tractor regulation there is full service and us to display new and eyeand have a top speed of support to back the product.” catching products to draw 40mph/65kp/h. Corvus says people’s attention. This is it is building the Terrain for Anderson ATV is a longwhy we chose Corvus. It work primarily in agriculture, established ATV specialist in is not only a great looking livestock, forestry, turf care the North East of England, product that will catch and construction but they selling, repairing and attention but also in our view are highly adaptable vehicles servicing all makes of quads/ one of the best build qualities ready for any demanding offATV’s and accessories. Until in the UTV market.” road workout. the partnership with Corvus, they had no UTV to offer.

BOSS had been looking for BOSS ORV is continuing to a suitable partner for South build a small, professional “We knew Phil and had West England for a while dealer network throughout talked for a while.” Says before linking up with OHG the UK and Ireland and Paul Anderson. “The Terrain ATV, the well-established welcomes enquiries from looks a quality machine and Devon dealership. dealers interested in joining. it complements our line-up.

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OPERATIONS CENTRE BECOMES SMARTER AND MORE COMPATIBLE

With the John Deere Operations Centre, farmers and contractors can manage their farm data at any time.

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ith the John Deere Operations Centre, farmers and contractors can manage their farm data anywhere at any time. The app is user-friendly and customers can be linked to their machines, fields and operators on their smartphone or farm computer.

John Deere is constantly developing the Operations Centre, in particular to simplify its use and to enable troublefree data entry from mixed fleet equipment. The latest updates are designed to make the system even smarter and more compatible.

Thanks to a new function, with just a few clicks all processes can be adjusted in the Operations Centre even after fieldwork is finished. This allows farmers to manage operations just as flexibly as with a field book, which is usually kept in the tractor.

If the tractor driver has accidentally documented the wrong crop variety during drilling, for example, this can easily be corrected later on.

Further adjustments are also possible for worked area, plant protection products, tank mixtures, harvest year and crop calibration on the combine, among others.

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have forgotten to start the documentation or if the machine is not able to record data.

system can be included in fleet management by using the optional location sharing function within the MyOperations app. This For customers with mixed function can be activated fleets, the Operations Centre by the driver and uses the offers several options to import smartphone’s position to external data. For example, determine the machine’s most common third-party location. displays can be connected using the respective ‘in-house’ In addition, the Operations format.

Centre offers functions for better yield analysis. Crop Alternatively, data from yields of winter wheat for machines with displays example can be displayed in a documenting the fieldwork bar chart in which each field is in ISOXML format can be shown individually, one above imported into the Operations another. A dotted line through Centre via a USB stick. This all the bars indicates the also works with historic average yield, which makes machine data if it is still differences easier to identify available somewhere else, for and analyse. example saved on a computer hard drive.

At Agritechnica 2019, John Deere announced a solution to For fleet management, the reduce machine set-up times cloud-to-cloud solution Data for farmers and contractors CLAAS, 365FarmNet and John in the field. This new function Deere is now fully available. will be available shortly, and guidance lines, seed rates, Currently the following application maps and many machine data can be viewed other fieldwork operations can in the user’s preferred web be defined on a smartphone or portal: current and historic in the Operations Centre. machine positions, fuel tank levels, the machine’s work With this system, the driver status and speeds. gets the information sent to DataConnect can also be used the tractor display. for harvesting logistics and to organise logistic chains.

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WATER RESOURCES: WHY THEY ARE FUNDAMENTAL FOR THE FUTURE Water resources: Why they are fundamental for the future of agriculture

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isorse idriche agricoltura Phenomena such as waves of drought and rising temperatures will become increasingly frequent in the coming years due to climate change.

In different areas of the world they are already a current reality and make it increasingly challenging to engage in agricultural activities at the levels of the past. Moreover, phenomena such as population growth, urbanisation and pollution do not make the situation any easier.

In this panorama, water resources become a particularly precious commodity, to be exploited carefully and more and more efficiently in order to satisfy all the uses that are made of them. Water is in fact necessary for alimentary uses, but also for industry, tourism and agriculture. Agriculture in Europe is the sector that uses the most water resources, accounting for about 40% of the resources used each year (as detailed in this article on the use of European water resources).

With the everincreasing demand for water, it is necessary to find solutions to meet the needs of people, the economy and nature. In some regions, especially during the summer months, there is not enough water to meet the demand of everyone.

This is why organisations such as the European Union encourage a range of actions for the careful

and sustainable use of water resources. Let us look at this in greater detail.

How agriculture affects the use of water resources The European Environment Agency estimates that approximately one third of Europe’s territory is exposed to water stress conditions, which can become particularly severe during the summer.

The greatest risk concerns the Mediterranean countries, but the problem of water scarcity is beginning to affect some regions of Great Britain and Germany.

Despite significant improvements in the efficiency of water use in recent years, agriculture continues to be primarily responsible for water use. In spring, the incidence rate of this sector can reach up to 60% of European water consumption, due to the large amount of water needed to support fruit and vegetable production. For this reason, it is expected that the cost of irrigation could increase in the coming years, especially if the forecast of reduced rainfall due to climate change should become a reality.

Not to be underestimated is the fact that during the summer months another key sector such as tourism competes with agriculture for water demand.

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MCHALE: V6750 VARIABLE CHAMBER ROUND BALER

The McHale V6750 is a semi-automatic variable chamber baler which allows the machine to operate in the toughest conditions

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he McHale V6750 is a semi-automatic variable chamber baler which allows the machine to operate in the toughest conditions.

Built to last and developed on some of the world’s most rugged terrain, the McHale range of round balers and round and square bale wrappers is known throughout the world for durability, reliability, innovation and value for money.

As with all McHale machines, the V6 Variable Chamber Round Baler Range has been designed with the demands of today’s farmer and contractor in mind.

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The McHale V6750 is fitted with a 15 knife chopper unit and heavy-duty rotor. It is equipped with a double drive system which allows the machine to operate in the toughest of conditions.

The double drive system aids belt rotation and bale formation. The machine comes with centralized grease blocks as standard.

Automatic greasing is available as an option on all V6750 machines.

Net and bale density can be adjusted from the cab through the Expert Plus control console. The machine is fitted with 500/5022.5 tyres as

Features Include: 2.1m High-Intake Pick-Up with Galvanised Bands 15 Knife Heavy Duty Rotor 15 Knife Chopper Unit Double Drive System Expert Plus Control System Centralised Greasing Blocks Optional Camless Pick-Up

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SPRAYER TESTING CHANGES COME INTO FORCE FROM NOVEMBER 2020 As part of the Sustainable Use Directive (SUD), pesticide application equipment testing became a legal requirement in 2016..

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s part of the Sustainable Use Directive (SUD), pesticide application equipment (PAE) testing became a legal requirement in 2016.

Any machine applying a professional pesticide must be tested by the specified dates and at regular intervals thereafter.

To explain this in a bit more detail, the change affects sprayers that are more than 5 years old and have a boom width over 3 metres, air blast sprayers, aircraft, and train sprayers.

Currently a test is required every 5 years, but from 26th November it changes to every 3 years. So, for any sprayer of this type tested before November 2017, a re-test is due by that date.

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It is also important to note that sprayers tested any time after 26th November 2017, the test is only valid for 3 years, so if your sprayer was tested for example in June 2018, the next test is due in June 2021.

For all other types of PAE, which includes boom sprayers 3 metres and under, weed wipers, slug pellet and granular applicators and a range of other machines, the requirements remain unchanged at 6 yearly cycles for retest.

Crop assurance scheme requirements haven’t changed so sprayers are still required to be tested annually. Regular testing is important in helping to ensure safe and accurate application

of pesticides, protecting the environment and waterways, but also helping to safeguard the availability of products for the future. A regularly tested machine will reduce the risk of breakdowns, when timing of applications can be crucial for efficient control of weeds, pests and diseases.

The need for an integrated pest management (IPM) plan to be carried out helps ensure that when the decision has been made to use a pesticide, that the equipment is calibrated and has been tested to a standard that will apply the product in a safe and sustainable way.

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STEVE BIRCHALL CELEBRATES 35 YEARS IN BUSINESS! Steve Birchall Poultry House Cleaning Services celebrates a huge acheivement of 35 years in business!

35 years in business - a major acheivement for any small business.

Cleaning Services was born.

Steve Birchall left school in 1970, and started working at Maple Leaf Hatcheries, a local business in the area, working on various breeder farms. Steve continued to work for Maple Leaf for 15 years, gaining a wealth of knowledge and experience during this time.

Unfortunately, in 1985 Maple Leaf Hatcheries closed and Steve was made redundant. It was at this stage that Steve decided to go self employed and this is when Steve Birchall Poultry House

Steve began his business with 1 little electric power washer and a small van.As the years progressed Steve has built up a very successful business with a growing and very satisfied customer base.

Not only has Steve built up a thriving business, he has also remained faithful to his supplies who have not changed in his 30 years of business. Steve can now boast that he has 10 diesel power washers, he runs 2 teams from Land’s End to John O Groats and now has 3 vans. For any small business it is essential that the

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Should any of our Agri News readys like professional advice and honesty, we would highly recommend that you first speak with Steve to discuss your requirements, here you will be given the help and support of a highly skilled team and always a friendly approach to suit your requirements.

The team at Agri News would like to congratulate Steve on his 35 years in business and wish him

AVARA FOODS PARTNERS WITH NEW ENGINEERING INSTITUTE

Avara foods partners with new engineering institute to offer masters degrees

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vara Foods has formed a partnership with a newly formed engineering institute, which will offer masters degrees in integrated engineering, aimed at encouraging more young people to move into careers in manufacturing.

The poultry integrator is sponsoring five places at the NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering), which will take its first cohort of students this week. NMITE is based in Hereford, where Avara Foods has one of its processing plants.

Successful applicants will have their academic fees and accommodation costs covered in full for their first year.

Avara Foods will also provide placements, and projects to support the cohort, and is also working closely with NMITE on short courses and lifelong

learning.

Andrew Brodie, Avara’s People & Communications Director said: “For us, this is the start of a long-term relationship with NMITE. We are an integral part of the Hereford community and the largest private employer, providing jobs to over 2,000 people locally.

“We are committed to investing in our sites in technology and automation, so we have the common goal with NMITE of encouraging more young people to move into careers in manufacturing.

NMITE offers the ideal combination of technical engineering in a modern educational style setting right here in Hereford, and this fits perfectly with our plans to invest in food manufacturing technology in our Hereford operation.”

clean energy – which do not fall neatly into traditional mechanical, electrical or materials engineering boxes. NMITE believes that engineering is an exciting and varied career path, its students will learn what an engineer does and how she or he can make life better and plans to develop graduates who will make a positive impact on quality of life, the environment and industry.

To attract students from a variety of backgrounds and at differing life stages, NMITE will consider every application individually and irrespective of the path they have travelled to get where they are today. Engineersin-training will experience NMITE’s “learning by doing” with regular real-life projects and no lectures or traditional exams and unlike other engineering institutions they NMITE was set up to address will not be required to have a the UK’s shortage of workMaths or Physics A-level as ready graduate engineers and these subjects will be taught will focus on within the curriculum. NMITE an integrated said that they are looking for engineering entrepreneurial and sociallyprogramme to minded individuals who train and nurture want to change the world learners ready for the better. As part of the to tackle global admissions process, NMITE challenges will be evaluating a person’s - such as attitude, mindset and passion sustainable food for engineering alongside their production, qualifications. access to safe water, and November 2020 | AgriNews | 31

MSD ANIMAL HEALTH LAUNCHES POULTRY RESEARCH BURSARY

MSD Animal Health UK has doubled the number of vet surgeon research bursaries it is offering this year

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hree new research bursaries are being introduced in the areas of poultry, pigs and aquaculture, to add to its existing two bursaries in ruminant, and one in companion animal research.

The new scheme will be available to vets across the UK, helping to support preventative healthcare and research within these industries.

“Bursaries provide numerous benefits to both professionals within the sector, and the wider industry. These additions to our vet surgeon research bursaries are a show of support for the veterinary community,” says Rebecca

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Geenty, Business Unit Director for Integrated Livestock, at MSD Animal Health UK. “Good research forms the foundation of the industry and being awarded a bursary has proved to be a career-changing experience for some participants.

Our vet surgeon research bursaries therefore have a vital role in encouraging vet surgeons to gain new knowledge and continue to develop their research skills.”

As highly innovative sectors, she explains that this new support will help the industry to continue to develop, strengthening food production for both

domestic and overseas trade markets.

Vets are able to apply for one of the six bursaries, each worth up to £4,000 across the species categories. The project should be completed within one to two years, and proposals will be assessed by university academics to ensure independent judgement.

“Assessors will be looking for applicants who demonstrate the quality and clarity of their research project, including setting realistic goals, the potential value of the project, and its originality,” concludes Rebecca.

NO JOB TOO BIG FOR THE KAWASAKI 2021 MULE AND ATV RANGE

With demand for the Kawasaki Mule and ATV machines soaring, the 2021 range is now available from the Kawasaki utility dealer network

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ith demand for the Kawasaki Mule and ATV machines soaring, the 2021 range is available now from the extensive Kawasaki utility dealer network.

use by outdoor professionals, such as farmers, gamekeepers and grounds-care experts, providing them with the ability to easily transport equipment over various terrain.

from the extensive Kawasaki Utility Dealer network, and with decreased production but increased demand, it is recommended customers place their orders as soon as possible.

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic forcing the shutdown of production lines, demand for the Kawasaki utility range has remained strong and the brand is pleased to announce the availability of its 2021 model range of Kawasaki Mule and ATV.

Alongside the Mule products, the 2021 collection also features two ATV machines, the Brute Force 750 4x4i EPS Camo and the Brute Force 750 4x4i EPS in Super Black.

These high-performance vehicles feature a range of industry-leading features, providing all-day working performance. For those looking for an entry version, Kawasaki also has the Bruteforce 300 ATV available.

Simon Riches, Product Manager – ATV and Mule, added “The last few months have been a tough time for the UK, and the rest of the world, but we are thankful that demand for our Mule and ATV range has remained high. The highly versatile and robust 2021 range of products are suited to a wide variety of outdoor tasks, making them the perfect choice for a wide range of professional services. The full 2021 range is available now from our dealer network.”

The 2021 collection comprises of four Mule vehicles split behind petrol and diesel power plants, the Mule Pro-DXT, Mule Pro-DX, Mule Pro-MX and the Mule SX. The entire range is designed for

The full range is available now

BUILT STRONG TO WORK HARD

The MULE PRO-DX offers a class-leading 453kg capacity low tipping cargo bed and 907kg towing potential.

High torque diesel power moves cargo and crew quickly with the safety assurance of the Roll-Over Protection Systems (ROPS).

Contact a member of the team for more information.

D. H. Wadsworth & Sons Flockton Tel: 01924 840319 D. H. Wadsworth & Sons Malton Tel: 01653 692244

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ATV Bikes Ltd Empress House, Cwmbach, CF44 0AG t: 01685 267150 www.atvbikes.co.uk Bikestrobe 20 East Barnet Road, Barnet, EN4 8RQ t: 02084 404030 www.bikestrobebarnet.com Exeter Quads Exmouth Road, Exeter, EX5 1AR t: 01392 877621 www.exeterquads.com 34 | AgriNews | November 2020

LRS Engineering Unit 6, Westmead, Essex, CO9 1UP t: 01787 469553 www.lrsengineering.co.uk New Forest Garden Machinery 316-318 Salisbury Rd, Totton, Southampton, SO40 3ND t: 02380 871764 www.nfgmltd.co.uk Richard Jones ATV The Old Foundry, Kington, HR5 3DA t: 01544 350256 www.richardjonesatv.co.uk November 2020 | AgriNews | 35

HELPING FINANCE THE WINNING FORMULA FOR UTILITY USERS

Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is introducing a new 0% finance offer for the MY21 Can-Am off-road line up

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ombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is introducing a new 0% finance offer for the MY21 Can-Am off-road line-up in conjunction with Société Générale to provide both new and existing customers with increased overall value when they purchase a new all-terrain (ATV) or side by side vehicle (SSV) at a participating UK Can-Am off-road dealership* until 31st January 2021.

months on any MY21 CanAm ATV or SSV based on whichever of the two options is lower; either a maximum of 60 per cent of the MSRP price, or the balance that requires finance.

James Dalke, BRP commercial development manager UK, says, “Can-Am off-road ATVs and SSVs are workhorses and have the ability to handle any terrain or job put in front of them. This performance has made the The new promotion is offering line-up of models we have 0% finance terms of 22 available the ‘go to’ choice

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among utility users, which has led to the Can-Am offroad family developing and expanding. We are confident this new 0% finance offer will bring in new customers, while also motivating existing users to either upgrade their current vehicle or provide them with the flexibility to add to the vehicles they have available to use on their site.” *Participating dealerships: https://can-am.brp.com/ off-road/gb/en/find-a-dealer. html#/search

Martin Pears Eng. Ltd Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7JE t: 01548 521429 www.mpearsengineering. co.uk Mike Pryce & Son Agric.

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Cutting edge technology backed by Barrus. A company with over a hundred years of supporting products on land and sea.

Power Steering ATV’s from £4,489.00 ex VAT

The range includes fully Road Legal 2 seater ATV’s, petrol UTV’s and the flagship “plug-in” electric UTV. With up to 45 miles range on a single charge, selectable 4WD and regenerative braking, this UTV is at the forefront of the electric revolution.

Petrol UTV’s from £6,349.00 ex VAT

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Cab options available

For more details and a demonstration contact your local dealer

ABA Groundcare LLP Unit 2, Grove Trading Estate, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1ST Tel 01305 257952 jamie@abagroundcare.co.uk

Hampshire Garden Machinery Green Ridge Farm, Green Lane, Ampfield, Romsey, SO51 9BN Tel 01794 830793 info@hgmuk.com

AJ & R Scambler and Sons Ltd Brooklands Farm, Caxton Road, Bourn, CB23 2SU Tel 01954 718484 ed@scamblers.com

Hunts Engineering Armscote, Halford, Shipston on Stour, Warwickshire, CV36 4HT Tel 01608 638407 martin@huntsengineering.co.uk

CJ Keitch Engineering Ltd Dunkeswell Airfield, Dunkeswell, Honiton, Devon, EX14 4LH Tel 01404 891796 chris@cjkeitch.co.uk

Martin Pears Engineering Ltd Three Corners, Halwell, Totnes, TQ9 7JE Tel 01548 521429 martin@mpearsengineering.co.uk

Cornish Tractors Timberlake, Week St Mary, Holsworthy, EX22 6XG Tel 01288 341326 info@cornishtractors.co.uk

Mike Pryce Machinery Greenfields Farm, Four Crosses, Llanymynech, Powys, SY22 6RF Tel 01691 830308 mike@mikeprycemachinery.com phil@mikeprycemachinery.com

Diamond Mowers 8-10 Sutton Court, Bath Street, Market Harborough, LE16 9EQ Tel 01858 463932 info@diamondmowers.co.uk

Powells Forest & Garden Ltd Unit 7, Wormbridge Court, Wormbridge, Herefordshire, HR2 9DH Tel 01981 240403 diana@powellsfg.co.uk

HiSun - Supported by Barrus E. P. Barrus Ltd., Glen Way, Launton Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 4UR Tel: 01869 363665 Email: vehicle@barrus.co.uk www.barrus.co.uk November

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FOR BUSINESS PURPOSES ONLY Available on new equipment only. Prices quoted are based on a 2 + 22 Hire Purchase agreement. Offer based on max 60% of MSRP £1,500+VAT. Repayments payable in advance. Documentation fee of £90 due on signing, with £50 + VAT option to purchase fee payab are subject to credit underwriting and approval. Over 18s only. Terms and conditions apply. Finance is provided by Societe Generale Eq

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P price or balance to finance whichever is lower. Genuine Can-Am ATV accessories inclusive. Full VAT due on signing. Minimum deal size ble with the final repayment. 0% finance offer available until 31st January 2021. Alternative finance options available. All finance quotations quipment Finance Limited. Societe Generale Equipment Finance Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

s. BRP reserves the right at any time to discontinue or change specifications, price, design, features, models or equipment without incurring orised terrains. Respect the environment and ride only to authorised locations. Always ride responsibly and safely.

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Shrewsbury Honda Centre Shrewsbury Tel 01743 440 770

David Jones Newtown Limited Newtown Tel 01686 625 010

Smithfield Tractors Llanelwedd Tel 01982 553 221

Pioneer UTV SXS 700 M2 & M4

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HP Terms and Conditions: New Pioneer SXS7002 and SXS7004, and ATV TRX420, TRX520 and TRX680FA (all variants) orders from 01 October 2020 to 30 November 2020. Offers applicable at participating dealers (excluding Channel Islands) and are at the promoter’s absolute discretion. Representative Examples based on 0% HP. Minimum terms apply. 10% minimum deposit required. Indemnities may be required in certain circumstances. Finance is only available to persons aged 18 or over, subject to status. Honda Franchise Dealers are credit brokers, not lenders. Credit provided by Honda Finance Europe Plc. Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 1HL. Honda Financial Services is a trading name of Honda Finance Europe Plc, a company registered at Companies House No 03289418. Honda Finance Europe plc is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register number 312541. *2 Year Warranty subject to following the service schedule, applies to domestic and commercial use. **Datatool TrakKing device is free of charge on all ATV & Pioneer, subject to annual subscription fee and fitting charge by your local Authorised Honda dealer.

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PLAY DIFFERENT TGB Blade 520SL

* 5 Year Manufacturer Limited Warranty * The Blade series has been sold worldwide now for over 20 years. The 520SL is the latest edition to the agricultural lineup. A combination of elements developed over a decade of hard work within the agricultural industry, the 520SL boasts a long list of key features. This workhorse ATV is ideal for any agricultural situation.

Powered by the tried and tested TGB 503cc high torque engine, but now equipped with Electronic fuel injection.The Blade 520SL is T3 homologated so can be registered for road use.

A1 Tractor Parts, West View, Cumbria, CA7 3NL | t: 07873 737538 www.a1tractorparts.co.uk CMS Exeter, Venny Bridge, Exeter, EX4 8JJ | t: 01392 467700 www.keewaymotorcycles.com Fairoak Machinery, Hatt Common, Berks, RG20 0NG | t: 01635 254533 www.fairoakmachinery.com H & H Vehicle Services, Unit J2, Holmfirth, HD9 4DS | t: 01484 859322 www.hhvehicleservices.co.uk NG Quads & Moto (Covering Devon & Cornwall), 2 New Road, Brixham, TQ5 8Lz t: 01803 883555 | www.ngmoto.com New Forest Garden Machinery, Southampton, SO40 3ND | t: 02380 871764 www.nfgmltd.co.uk Taylors Tools LTD, Primrose Hill, Herts, WD4 8HX | t: 01923 260699 www.taylorstools.co.uk November 2020 | AgriNews | 43

Now available with Diff-Lock

Available at: ABA Ground Unit 2 Grove Trading Estate Dorchester Dorset DT1 1ST jamie@abagroundcare.co.uk 01305 257952

F N Pile & Sons Fir Tree Farm Warmington Banbury Oxfordshire OX17 1JL 01295 211790

Its easy-to use-technology, outstanding durability and Yamaha reliability enable the Kodiak 450 EPS DL to take on the toughest jobs in extreme terrain. The industry-leading On Command drive system allows you to switch seamlessly between 2WD and 4WD at the push of a button - and the Ultramatic automatic transmission makes every task more relaxing and enjoyable.

In terms of comfort and convenience, nothing comes close! And when work’s over, this versatile ATV adds a new dimension to your precious leisure time.

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MKM Agriculture Sun Valley Works Wood End Marston Moreteyne Bedfordshire MK43 0NJ Tel 01234 768 889 www.mkmagri.com

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David Taylor Garages, Powys, NP8 1HW, t: 01873 564016 | www.davidtaylorgarages.co.uk Jeffries of Bacton, Station Garage, IP14 4HP | t: 01449 781131| www.jeffriesofbacton.co.uk MJ Fews Ltd, Charfield, GL12 8SR | t: 01453 844131 | www.mjfews-isuzu.co.uk Maple Garage, Hornsea, HU18 1XT | t: 01964 534144 | www.maplegarage.co.uk Granada

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01873 564183 www.davidtaylorgarages-isuzu.co.uk

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MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. O Extra Urban 40.9 - 50.4 (6.9 - 5.6). Combined 36.2 - 45.6 (7.8 - 6.2). CO2 emissions 163 - 205g/km. For full deta

*3.5 tonne towing applies to all 4x4 models. **125,000 miles/5 year (whichever comes first) warranty applies to all new Isuzu D-Max models. Term

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Mark Weatherhead, Cambridge, CB23 7QL | t: 01954 210355 | www.markweatherhead.co.uk Vale Motors, Wincanton, BA9 9RT | t: 01963 834468 | www.fjchalke.co.uk WH Brand, Lincolnshire, PE12 0TN | t: 01406 330265 | www.whbrand.co.uk Westaway Motors,Powys Northampton, Motors, Crickhowell, NP8 NN6 1HW9JA | t: 01604 686311 | www.westaway-motors.co.uk

Official fuel figures for the Isuzu D-Max range in MPG (l/100km): Urban 30.4 - 38.7 (9.3 - 7.3). ails please contact us or visit isuzu.co.uk

ms and conditions apply. Visit isuzu.co.uk

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etween 01.10.2020 and 31.12.2020, to a maximum of 150 vehicles registered during this period. Subaru reserves the right to amend or withdraw offers at any y Scheme sales. Available at participating dealers only.

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