Farmers Guide Magazine July 2026

OUT & ABOUT

With the Farmers Guide team

The Farmers Guide team headed to Diddly Squat Farm to both exhibit at and report on the Cereals Event 2026. You'll nd our complete show review from page 67.

Pictured (l-r): Farmers Guide's new editor, Gregory Shorter; machinery reporter, Daniel Hodge; sales manager, Katie Jay; FarmAds brand manager, Patrick Over; director, Greg Goulding; classi ed sales manager, Samantha Wilson; sales executive, Rosanna Sweet; senior sales executive, Joanna Blower; marketing executive, Paige Cli ord; sales executive, Alex Coe; and managing director, Julie Goulding.

Machinery reporter Daniel Hodge caught up with Tom Wisson-Burton of WB Machinery recently, to nd out how he's getting on with the latest addition to his dealership – Tafe. Turn to page 55.

Crawfords recently held a working demonstration day, featuring a wide range of machinery including the Fendt Katana 850 forage harvester. Read the full report on page 41. Daniel is pictured with attendee John Monger, of JMS Land & Tree Management.

Daniel Hodge tested out the Suzuki quad trucks recently, to nd out why these plucky trucks are garnering so much interest. You'll nd his review in the August issue of Farmers Guide. He's pictured with Andy Boss, owner of Abbey Commercials.

Guide managing director Julie Goulding and director Greg Goulding attended the Su ok Show at Trinity Park, where they were invited onto the

the charity Dementia UK, which the team had made through a number of fundraising e

Read more on page 33, online at www.farmersguide.co.uk and see the videos on the Farmers Guide

Daniel was invited to the opening of Weaving's new facilities in June – see page 45. He's pictured with Sarie Weaving, farmer Andrew Ward – who conducted the o cial ribbon cutting – and Simon Weaving.

Ibbetts marked its 175th anniversary with an open day celebration in July. Pictured with the Ibbetts team, editor Gregory Shorter and Daniel Hodge attended the event, where plenty of machinery was on show – Daniel summarises the day and discusses the dealership's partnership with McCormick on page 51. Alongside tractors, Unimogs, groundcare kit and workshop equipment, the day also included chainsaw carving, live

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Thurlow Nunn Standen stand. Whilst there, TNS presented a cheque for £308,000 to

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Pictured (l-r) are: Alex Thurlow; Sally Tew; Sketch Titley; head of community fundraising at Dementia UK, Kelly Walton Parkin; Will Tew; community fundraising manager at Dementia UK, Sarah Child; director of nursing services at Dementia UK, Caroline Scates; James Thurlow; Julie Goulding; Bella Jolly; Nic Titley; and Bertie Titley.

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Current market reflects complex global situation

Weather, geopolitical disruption and declining global stocks continue to impact the grain markets, while growers are already looking ahead to next season when it comes

Recent developments in global grain markets re ect a complex mix of improving supply, weatherdriven risks, and geopolitical disruption, comments Open eld’s head of grain marketing, Glenn Mason.

The overall theme entering 2026 is divergence between crops, comfortable but uneven global stocks, and heightened sensitivity to weather and trade ows. One of the most notable recent developments is the clear divergence between wheat and feed grains (corn and soybeans). USDA projections indicate that corn and soybean supplies remain relatively abundant, supported by strong yield potential and large prior harvests which has helped keep prices contained despite solid demand.

In contrast, wheat markets are tightening, largely due to adverse weather conditions in key producing areas such as the U.S. Plains, parts of the Black Sea region, and reduced yields and lower production expectations in major exporting countries.

While recent harvests, particularly in 2025, generated record or near-record output, resulting in high inventories, there are early signs that the global balance sheet is becoming tighter. USDA projections suggest declining global ending stocks for key crops in 2026/27, especially for soybeans and wheat, re ecting strong demand and production risks.

Even corn, which remains relatively well supplied, is expected to see reduced stocks compared to previous years. This shift marks a transition from surplus-driven markets to more balanced conditions, increasing the importance of marginal changes in weather, acreage, and yields.

Weather continues to be a dominant in uence on grain markets. Recent drought conditions in US winter wheat-growing regions tightened supply expectations and pushed prices higher, while normal weather assumptions underpin large corn

and soybean crops. Markets are increasingly reactive to short-term forecasts, with weather premiums building into wheat prices more quickly than in other grains.

The Black Sea region remains central to global grain pricing and trade ows, accounting for a signi cant share of wheat and corn exports. However, ongoing Russia–Ukraine and Middle Eastern con icts continue to disrupt logistics and exports, introducing volatility into the global market. Ukrainian grain exports have been signi cantly constrained by attacks on port infrastructure and logistical bottlenecks, with shipments down sharply year-on-year in 2025/26. This has reduced available supply to global markets and increased reliance on other exporters.

Russia remains the dominant wheat exporter, although output and export policies continue to in uence global price benchmarks. Demand for grains remains robust, underpinned by feed use, biofuel production, and steady global consumption growth. Corn demand continues to be supported by ethanol and livestock sectors, while soybean trade is heavily in uenced by Chinese import demand and South American competition.

Global trade ows are evolving. Buyers in North Africa and the Middle East remain heavily reliant on Black Sea wheat, Asian importers are diversifying supply origins and African demand for wheat continues to grow steadily. These trends contribute to a more fragmented and competitive global trade environment. Looking ahead, grain markets are entering a phase characterised by moderate supply adequacy but tightening bu ers, sensitivity to weather shocks, ongoing geopolitical risks impacting trade ows, and diverging performance between crops.

Overall, the market tone is one of cautious balance rather than surplus, with volatility likely to persist. In summary, recent grain market developments highlight a shift away from oversupply toward a more fragile equilibrium. Weather, geopolitics, and demand trends are now exerting greater in uence, creating a more

complex, responsive pricing environment across global grain markets.

Fertiliser matters

As harvest approaches, many growers will already be planning for next season’s crops, says Open eld’s fertiliser trader, Gemma King.

With some autumn drilling not beginning until mid-to-late September, the post-harvest period provides an ideal opportunity to assess soil pH and address any liming requirements. Regular soil testing every 3–5 years, or annually on a rotational basis, enables growers to monitor pH levels and identify issues before they begin to impact crop performance.

It is important to note that signi cant variation can exist between elds, making regular testing essential. When soil pH falls below target levels, nutrient availability is reduced, limiting crop uptake, yield potential and overall pro tability. For example, with a standard 27-4-4 NPK fertiliser, nutrient availability can fall to around 75% at a soil pH of 5.5, reducing the return on every tonne applied. Applying granulated lime ahead of autumn drilling can help correct pH de ciencies, improve nutrient e ciency, encourage root development and support crop establishment. Taking the time to assess soil pH after harvest allows growers to make informed decisions, maximise fertiliser performance and give crops the strongest possible foundation for a productive season ahead. FG

(July 2026)

*Prices quoted from Open eld were predicted at 15th June 2026 and will be subject to regional variations.

Open eld’s fertiliser trader, Gemma King.

Open eld's head of grain marketing, Glenn Mason.

South West dedicated dealer for Pöttinger Agricultural Machinery

Agricultural and turf specialists Masons Kings has announced a major new partnership with Pöttinger, becoming the SW region’s exclusive dealership for the globally respected agricultural machinery brand.

This latest milestone strengthens Masons Kings’ position at the forefront of agricultural innovation in the south west, expanding its product o ering with a comprehensive range of high-performance grassland, tillage and drilling equipment.

Pöttinger is an internationally recognised, familyowned manufacturer specialising in advanced agricultural technology. The company is renowned for delivering machinery that enhances e ciency, productivity and quality across modern farming operations, with a strong focus on grassland, tillage and seed drill systems.

Through this new agreement, Masons Kings customers will gain access to Pöttinger’s full product portfolio, including forage wagons, tedders, rakes, ploughs, cultivators, drills and precision sowing technology.

Joining the Masons Kings sales team is Paul Bennett, who has been heavily involved with Pöttinger in the south west over the previous years.

Sheep dip disposal trials show promising results

Nine trials have shown the Clear Dip treatment process, which uses a novel ltration system, has been highly e ective and consistent in removing diazinon from waste sheep dip.

The work has been supported by Bimeda Animal Health Ltd, and funded through the Farming Innovation Programme’s ADOPT initiative, delivered by Innovate UK in partnership with DEFRA, which supports farmer-led, onfarm innovation projects across UK agriculture.

The project, first announced in November 2025, aims to reduce the environmental risks associated with disposal of spent sheep dip and address the growing challenges faced by sheep farmers and commercial dipping contractors in accessing licensed disposal facilities.

By enabling treatment on farms or at the point of use, the technology has the potential to significantly reduce environmental risk, while supporting sheep welfare and continued

access to effective sheep scab control.

Ruth Clements, programme lead for Clear Dip, said: “These results are extremely encouraging and demonstrate the strong performance and consistency of the Clear Dip process. Achieving this level of diazinon removal under practical farm conditions represents an important technical milestone and gives us confidence that the technology can provide a practical route towards more sustainable sheep dip disposal.”

Avian Influenza Prevention Zone lifts as risk reduces

The Avian In uenza Prevention Zones (AIPZs) in place across Great Britain was lifted on 4th June. The measures were rst introduced across the whole of England on 13th December 2024 to prevent the spread of Avian In uenza and have been vital in protecting ocks across the country from the virus which is circulating in wild birds.

The latest risk assessment supported by

AHDB launches new SFI cost/benefit tool for farmers

A new online Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) cost/bene t tool to provide bespoke support for farmers has been launched. The tool has been created by AHDB to help farmers better understand how SFI actions could impact their individual businesses and

support more informed decision-making.

Developed with farmers, it goes beyond headline payment rates by factoring in the costs of implementing speci c SFI actions. This enables users to estimate not only the income they might receive, but also the

likely net nancial bene t once costs are considered.

By translating SFI actions into important business metrics such as income, costs and net nancial bene t the tool helps users:

• Identify which SFI actions are nancially worthwhile

• Understand where on the

the best epidemiological and scienti c evidence shows that the risk of highly pathogenic avian in uenza (HPAI) levels has reduced. While the risk has reduced in poultry and wild birds, scrupulous biosecurity remains the best way to prevent and stop the spread of diseases such as avian in uenza. All bird keepers should continue to follow good practice at all times to

farm those actions make the most sense

• Assess the opportunity cost of taking land out of production

• Explore how di erent actions work together when combined (Stacking).

The user-friendly tool has

prevent the risk of future outbreaks.

UK chief veterinary o cer Christine Middlemiss said: “This has been possible because of the hard work of all bird keepers, who have upheld high biosecurity standards for many months. It remains vital that keepers remain vigilant and maintain high levels of biosecurity to keep ocks safe. Low risk does not mean no risk.”

been built with practicality in mind, o ering a clear and accessible interface that explains calculations transparently and provides outputs tailored to individual farm contexts.

The SFI Planning Tool can be found at: https://tools. ahdb.org.uk/SFICalculator

Paul Bennett (left) with Masons Kings’ agricultural sales manager, Jack Drury.

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Flagship Kuhn power harrow enters UK market

Kuhn Farm Machinery has launched a new folding HR 6030 RCS power harrow, with four seeding toolbar options, to match the 4, 4.5 and 5m models already in the HR 1030 series.

The new agship HR 6030 RCS 6m model is aimed at users requiring a versatile power harrow combination drill for a variety of soil types and conditions, while o ering interchangeable drill toolbars for sowing di erent crops. The folding models all feature a centre of gravity close to the tractor for improved weight balance and traction and are suited to tractors up to 350hp.

Kuhn’s HR 1030 RCS series is a modular concept allowing it to work alone or

be tted with cereal toolbars or precision Kosma CSM seeding unit. The new HR 6030 RCS has three cereal seeding options – a BTFR 6010 with Su olk coulters; the BTFR 6020 single discs; or the Seed ex 100 cereal bar on the BTFR 6030. Finally, an 8-row Kosma CSM precision unit, for maize and

sugar beet, is also available. At the front, Kuhn o ers two seed tank options. A single hopper TF 1512, with 1,500 litres as standard, rising to 2,000 litres with extensions, or the larger TF 2300 C, which is split (60/40) to provide both seed and fertiliser delivery from the 2,360-litre hopper.

UK agricultural tractor registrations – May 2026

According to the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA), the number of agricultural tractors registered in the UK during May was again higher than during the same month last year.

The total of 859 machines was 7% more than in May

2025, but did drop below the mean for the time of year, after two above average months. That brought the total for the year to date to 4,956 tractors registered, up by nearly a quarter, compared with the opening ve months of last year and

just 4% below the ve-year average. If that rate of growth is sustained for the rest of the year, the market could bounce back to over 10,000 units this year, after dropping to a post-war low of 8,791 in 2025.

However, the rise in costs and uncertainty faced by farmers since the closure of the Strait of Hormuz may weigh on tractor registrations later in the year.

Therefore, it’s not yet certain whether that benchmark will be hit.

Month: 859 units +7.0% change (compared with May 2025)

Year to date: 4,956 units +23.4% change (compared with January–May 2025)

and Agroma dealer network

Building on a relationship of over 30 years, Anglia Sprayers has become a full-line dealership for the range of British-built mounted, trailed and self-propelled sprayers manufactured by Rutland-based Knight Farm Machinery, plus the complementary mounted, trailed and specialist models from the recently-formed Agroma UK business.

Founded in 1990 by Geo Miles, and still a family-owned business, Anglia Sprayers now has access to Knight’s full line of British-built 1,300–1,900-litre mounted, 3,500-12,000 litre trailed and 3,500–6,000-litre self-propelled models, plus demount sprayers and applicator systems. Also in the agreement is the range of sprayers from the recentlylaunched Agroma UK business, from mounted 800-1,500 litre to trailed 3,000-4,000 litre models, plus 200-2,000 litre orchard, fruit and vineyard sprayers, and mist models designed for sanitising buildings.

“Having worked with Anglia Sprayers for many years, we’re delighted to add their scale and specialist knowledge to the Knight and Agroma retail network,” says Paul Harrison, sales and marketing consultant at Knight and Agroma UK.

Emergency authorisation for aphid control granted

Authorisation for emergency use of a second application of Insyst SG on sugar beet in 2026 has been secured.

BBRO head of crop protection, Dr Alistair Wright, explained: “As 2026 has proven to be a challenging season for aphid control in sugar beet, BBRO has supported NFU Sugar and British Sugar to apply for an emergency authorisation for an additional spray on InSyst SG to limit aphid buildup and spread through sugar beet crops as they establish and grow. The emergency authorisation for 120 days was granted by HSE on 28th May, allowing use as a fourth and nal aphicide application.

“The second application of InSyst SG must only be used after all three existing aphicides have been used: acetamiprid (InSyst), upyradifurone (Sivanto Prime) and onicamid (e.g. Teppeki or A nto),” Mr Wright added.

Use will only be permitted during the period of authorisation (28th May–1st August 2026) and once the following aphid thresholds have been reached: Up to 12 true leaves: Five green wingless aphids per 20 plants; 12–16 true leaves: One green wingless aphid per plant.

For further conditions of use, visit www.bbro.co.uk

Hutchinsons head of seeds, David Bouch give his views on wheat and barley variety choices for this coming autumn.

Variety selection in winter wheat is, in many respects, more straightforward than the breadth of the AHDB 2026/27 Recommended List might suggest. Across the groups there are clear frontrunners, some compelling newcomers, and a handful of varieties that merit close attention ahead of autumn drilling.

Group 1

KWS Vibe continues to build market share and that trajectory will continue into 2026. The variety to watch, however, is Arlington – a genuine new entry with Group 1 approval, strong untreated yield performance and blossom midge resistance. Seed supply is limited at this stage, so growers keen to access it should move quickly. Skyfall retains its place through sheer exibility and, while Arlington claims comparable traits, Skyfall’s established track record means it will remain a reliable default for many. Crusoe continues to appeal where consistent quality is the primary driver.

Group 2

where robust PGR management can be guaranteed – but the potential is there.

Cutting through the noise: Variety choices for autumn 2026

Candidate variety, Sunspire is one to note for 2027. Think Bamford with a yield step-up and the addition of orange wheat blossom midge (OWBM) resistance – a variety that, if it continues on its current trajectory, will be well worth positioning for.

Group 4 Soft

KWS Arnie is gaining traction and should see increased uptake this autumn. KWS Extase remains the benchmark in this sector – well proven, well understood and unlikely to be dislodged any time soon.

Group 3

Bamford will hold its position as Group 3 market leader, though hectares may ease slightly. Its strength lies in multiple end market options, which provides growers with useful commercial exibility. Solitaire is worth consideration

Aintree o ers 1% more yield than De ance but carries a yellow rust score that will demand attentive crop management – a worthwhile trade-o for some, but not all. KWS Scope and Champion will both attract demand, with Champion’s robust septoria resistance a signi cant practical asset. Graham enters its second decade on the RL and remains a dependable option in the west, valued for its septoria package and exibility for early drilling where that ts the rotation.

Group 4 Soft remains a limited proposition in my view. Sparkler yields well, but its advantage over the Group 3s is negligible and it lacks their end market breadth. It does carry the best septoria score in the Soft 4 sector and shows ability in western regions, which may make it relevant in the right situations. RGT Hexton merits attention in northern growing areas, where it delivers very high yield combined with a suitability for early drilling programmes.

Group 4 Hard

This remains the single largest group, and autumn 2026 brings some genuinely interesting new options.

for growers who remain committed to the crop, the variety choices are relatively clear-cut.

In the malting sector, Buccaneer remains the standout choice and will continue to lead drilling decisions. On the feed side, LG Capitol holds the position as the highest-yielding tworow option available, while Caravelle looks set to retain its status as market leader.

Varieties no longer listed

Growers should note that the following varieties have been removed from the Recommended List for 2026: Almara, Costello, Gleam, KWS Cranium, KWS Newbie, KWS Ultimatum, LG Astronomer, LG Skyscraper, Oxford, RGT Bairstow and RGT Wolverine. Any seed stocks in hand should be reviewed accordingly.

LG De ance looks a strong proposition; it carries the highest untreated yield in the group and sits second on the recommended list overall. Grain quality is good, it performs well as a second wheat, and it also carries OWBM resistance. On paper its straw strength is a relative weakness, so performance across a range of farm situations this season will be telling. LG Challenger looks a natural companion variety, though seed availability appears tight and growers should con rm supply early.

In hybrid barley, the leading choice has e ectively narrowed to a two-horse race between Inys and SY Quantock. SY Kingsbarn will nonetheless hold demand, and SY Barnabas warrants attention as the current highest-yielding variety on the list.

Winter barley

Winter barley hectares shrank last season and, for now, any signi cant recovery looks unlikely. That said,

Two candidates deserving particular note are KWS Blis and KWS Lemuris, both of which carry BYDV tolerance – an increasingly valuable trait given the ongoing aphid pressure challenge. KWS Blis is especially impressive, combining high yield with a bushel weight exceeding 73kg/hl. Finally, Inferno is one to monitor as perform well in trait given the ongoing aphid Blis is especially impressive, it continues to trials. FG

A note on yellow rust

The YR15 yellow rust challenge that de ned much of last season has not gone away. Regardless of variety, a robust and well-timed fungicide programme will be essential across the board. Varieties with stronger inherent resistance – LG De ance being the obvious example – will o er greater in-season exibility and reduce the consequences of any programme delays, which is a meaningful agronomic advantage worth factoring into variety choice

David Bouch, Hutchinsons head of seeds.

Growers visit Hutchinsons variety trials site.

Four tips for e ective OSR desiccation

Hutchinsons northern technical manager, Cam Murray, outlines four steps to e ective desiccation of OSR this summer.

1. Do not go too early

Desiccating too early can damage the seed lling process, reducing yield and increasing the chance of red seeds due to uneven ripening, says Mr Murray. “Anything more than 5% and you will face rejection issues.”

Crop appearance and seed colour are the best guide to determining the optimum desiccation spray timing, and a good rule of thumb is to wait until the canopy is roughly the colour of a hare’s back, he advises.

2. Sample seed carefully

When inspecting seed colour, Mr Murray says to always take samples from the main raceme as this will ripen rst. “If, out of 20 sample pods, two-thirds have changed from green to brown, then this is the early desiccation timing, and from this stage, I’d suggest applying glyphosate in the next four to seven days.”

When swathing, AHDB guidance says crops can be swathed around six weeks after the end of owering, when seeds in the top third are green and green/brown, those in the middle third are green/brown, and those in the bottom third are dark brown/black.

3. Use the most appropriate tools

Desiccating with glyphosate is generally the preferred approach for many crops, although mechanical swathing still has a place, particularly in very thick and/or leaning crops, says Mr Murray. It may also be an option on seed crops, where pre-harvest glyphosate cannot be used.

When swathing, he reminds growers to leave a good stubble height (20–30 cm) to keep the swathed crop o the ground and aid air ow.

Pod sealants can be a useful addition to reduce the risks of pod shatter where harvest is delayed due to the weather, or where growers have to wait to combine crops due to variable maturity, especially on more exposed sites, Mr Murray adds.

4. Follow glyphosate best practice When using glyphosate to desiccate oilseed rape, growers should speak to their agronomist about which brand of product is most suitable, and whether an adjuvant is required to improve e cacy, Mr Murray advises.

“Glyphosate is very susceptible to cations in the water, which can cause lock-up of the active and reduce the ability of the herbicide to work e ectively.”

It is also important to follow pre-

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in the morning to ensure better uptake through the plant’s

harvest glyphosate best practice (https://ahdb.org.uk/pre-harvestglyphosate), and maintain robust rates of active ingredient, applying in the morning to ensure better uptake through the plant’s stomata. Growers should then allow up to 21 days to harvest, depending on conditions, he says. FG

The foundation for an excellent result.

Hutchinsons northern technical manager, Cam Murray.

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Understanding the mechanisms of varietal yellow rust resistance

Young plant resistance to yellow rust is a relatively recent addition to the AHDB Recommended List (RL), rst appearing in the 2023/24 edition. It is classi ed as a plant’s resistance to yellow rust before growth stage 55, which is practically at the end of fungicide programmes for many farmers. But like many binary classi cations, it is not as simple as it seems.

Farmers lost more than just headline resistance ratings when the Yr15 gene broke down last year; they also lost all but a few varieties classified as seedling-resistant to yellow rust on the RL, says Andrew Creasy, technical manager for arable crops at RAGT. The non-Yr15 variety – RGT Guardsman, new to the RL this year – stands alone as the only variety with seedling resistance, he says.

Yellow rust resistance

The resistance to yellow rust from most varieties builds through the season, adds RAGT senior wheat breeder, David Schafer. It means that there might be levels of infection early in the spring on the lower leaves, but as the yield producing leaves emerge later on, the plant’s resistance mechanisms build, he explains.

“Yellow rust resistance is not like a switch; the wheat plant doesn’t suddenly become resistant,” says David. “Adult plant resistance kicks in during the stem elongation phase up to ear emergence. Disease levels on RL varieties are assessed at and after this timing to highlight the effect of the flag leaf as the primary driver of yield.”

So far this season, Andrew has seen a mix of yellow rust pressures on different varieties. “There was a lot going on coming out of the winter. Plantings were earlier, we had a mild winter, and adult plant rust resistance hadn’t kicked in yet. It meant that varieties with very good yellow rust ratings, such as RGT Hexton’s 7.9, may have experienced some rust early.

“But we haven’t seen that come through onto the higher leaves, whereas some of the varieties with Yr15 have lots of rust present on leaves three, two and one.”

Yellow rust watch list

Andrew believes that the AHDB’s yellow rust watch list does not account for differing yellow rust resistance mechanisms. He says the list’s aim is admirable, providing farmers with in-season information on varieties where their yellow rust scores may be of concern. However, Andrew notes that it overemphasises resistance mechanisms that are more binary than others.

“A variety like RGT Hexton increased its yellow rust resistance score from 7 to 7.9 last year, but according to the yellow rust

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RAGT technical manager for arable crops, Andrew Creasy.

watch list, it has dropped into the low alignment category. I believe the different resistance mechanisms to Yr15 make it an outlier in this process.

“Some varieties possessing the Yr15 gene remain as high alignment on the yellow rust watch list despite significant drops in resistance last year,” he explains.

A Norfolk farmer’s experience

A strong disease resistance profile and good standing power attracted Norfolk farmer Patrick Mutimer to grow RGT Hexton for the first time this season.

The 400ha farm in Suffield, just five miles inland from the North Norfolk coast, usually grows a split of soft and hard feed wheats, with the primary aim of being used in rations for the farm’s pig enterprise.

“We’re looking for something to supply the feed mill, and that can cope with being in a rotation that uses lots of pig muck, digestate and also turkey muck,” Patrick says.

That means good lodging resistance is a key requirement, while he’s also keen to minimise disease risk, particularly after the yellow rust resistance in several varieties broke down with Yr15 resistance gene being overcome last season.

“It wasn’t so much in our area, more further north, but you need to be sensible and pragmatic about how you choose varieties,” he says.

Around 70ha of RGT Hexton is being grown mainly on lighter land following either oilseed rape or maize. “I think Hexton can cope with most soil types, but NIAB results suggest it copes well with light land,” adds Patrick.

Drilling window

Most of his wheat this season was drilled in a two-week window at the beginning of October, with only the odd smaller eld of Scope drilled in late September.

“With the pigs, we have high fertility in our soils, so we have to be careful not to drill too early,” he says. “If you do, the crops can get too forward over winter.”

Come harvest, Patrick is looking for RGT Hexton to provide an above average yield in its rst year on the farm. “It’s been drilled in the prime drilling slot, so it has to perform.

“I also want to see big bold grains with good speci c weight, and a variety where its disease resistance doesn’t break down. Where wheat prices are currently, we can’t a ord to be growing dirty wheats.” FG

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Bamford o ers unbeatable endmarket flexibility delivering to feed, distilling, UK export and biscuit milling quality, making it the ideal choice in volatile market conditions.

Bamford. Your unrivalled choice on the 2026/27 Recommended List.

Ask your seed merchant about availability.

RAGT senior wheat breeder, David Schafer.

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Grow winter barley with confidence

Hyvido hybrid winter barley is designed to deliver improved yield stability, enhanced agronomic performance, and greater resilience under a wide range of growing conditions.

At the core of Hyvido technology is hybrid vigour (heterosis). Unlike conventional barley varieties, which are produced through self-pollination, Hyvido hybrids are bred by crossing two distinct parental lines. This process results in o spring that exhibit stronger growth characteristics, including increased

biomass, stronger root systems, and improved nutrient uptake.

One of the de ning advantages of Hyvido is its yield stability. Robust growth habit and rapid autumn establishment enable it to perform consistently across di erent environments. This reliability is highly valued by growers seeking to reduce risk and improve overall farm resilience.

A key agronomic feature of Hyvido is its vigorous early development. The crop establishes quickly in the autumn, creating strong ground

cover that helps suppress weeds, o ering a valuable tool as part of an integrated approach to grass weed management. This early vigour also supports better overwinter survival and provides a solid foundation for spring growth. As the season progresses, Hyvido continues to demonstrate strong tillering capacity, producing a large number of fertile tillers that contribute to its yield potential.

Another important bene t is the improved straw strength and standing ability. Despite producing higher biomass, these hybrids are bred to maintain good lodging resistance, helping ensure that crops remain upright through to harvest.

Hyvido varieties also o er advantages in terms of input e ciency and sustainability. Their ability to utilise nitrogen more e ectively can lead to more e cient fertiliser use, supporting both economic and environmental objectives. In addition, their resilience to stress can reduce the need for corrective agronomic interventions, helping growers manage costs while maintaining performance.

The competitiveness and rapid establishment of Hyvido make it

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suitable for earlier drilling or following crops such as OSR or cereals. It can also help spread workload on farm by o ering exibility in drilling dates and providing an earlier harvest slot compared with some other cereal crops.

Syngenta continues to invest in Hyvido breeding. The rst of the Hyvido Neo varieties, SY Kestrel, is the rst winter barley variety with BYDV resistance.

In summary, Hyvido represents a step-change in barley production, combining hybrid vigour with practical on-farm bene ts. Its ability to deliver consistent performance, e cient input use, and strong agronomic characteristics makes it a valuable tool for growers seeking both productivity and reliability in their cropping systems. FG

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CSFB resilience helps Lincs farmer return to growing OSR

Cabbage stem ea beetle has been a big factor behind the decline in oilseed rape area over recent years, but one Lincolnshire grower is using varietal resilience to return to the crop after a three-year break.

David Bristow, of the 650ha Stourton Estate on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, stopped growing oilseed rape in 2022/23, after several seasons spent battling ea beetle, but decided to give it another go after hearing about the CSFB resilience

“Individually, they’re all quite small things, but together they do all add up to make a bigger di erence,” says Mr Bristow.

found. “They were all very small, so I suspect they were laid fairly late in the season,” he notes.

The lack of CSFB damage comes despite no insecticides being used on the farm for the past six years, with a large area now signed up to the SFI no insecticide option (CIPM4).

Added insurance

“When our seed supplier United Oilseeds told us about the resilience characteristics, it was one of the main reasons we were prepared to give oilseed rape another go,” says Mr Bristow. “But, it’s not the only reason. LG Avenger really has got the whole package; it’s a well-balanced, good variety that we’ve had no issues with growing so far.”

This season, Mr Bristow has 52ha of LG Avenger in the ground, sown after winter barley in the last week of August. Stubbles were cultivated with a low disturbance subsoiler before drilling with the farm’s Horsch Avatar at 2.6kg/ha, alongside a companion crop of buckwheat (5kg/ha) and a surface dressing

“We did have to wait until there was some moisture before drilling, but once it went in, the LG Avenger was up and away really quickly. The drill worked really well, with very even seed depth, which resulted in excellent establishment.

LG Avenger’s strong disease scores and pod shatter resistance provide another layer of insurance for protecting yield potential, Mr Bristow says.

Marginal gains

Mr Bristow is well aware that CSFB remains a threat to oilseed rape, so is keen to do all he can to mitigate the risks when coming back into the crop. Below are some of the steps he has taken:

Selecting a CSFB resilient variety, LG Avenger

Waiting for adequate moisture before drilling to aid rapid establishment

Sowing with a companion crop to ‘mine’ soil phosphate and help disguise the OSR

“The crop grew past the cotyledon stage so rapidly, I don’t think we saw any of the classic shotholing last autumn, although pressure was generally

• Applying DAP fertiliser at drilling to boost

The establishment

Leaving taller stubble in the preceding barley crop to lessen the brown soil colour that CSFB are more attracted to

Focus on achieving uniform seed depth and even emergence

Applying an early spring multi-nutrient (polysulphate) fertiliser and nitrogen in midFebruary to boost spring growth

“This season we’ve only applied two fungicides in the spring, and nothing last autumn, as the combination of LG Avenger’s phoma resistance and our careful disease monitoring was enough. Crops just never reached the threshold for treatment.”

The crop’s rst spring fungicide was based

The crop’s rst spring fungicide was based on 200g/ha of tebuconazole, which Mr Bristow says helps to encourage compensatory growth lower down the plant. “It’s not about managing crop height, it’s to encourage crops to branch out more.”

LG Avenger’s pod shatter resistance is another trait Mr Bristow values, especially as the tractor and trailed sprayer used for preharvest desiccation lack the ground clearance of self-propelled machines. “Given the pod shatter resistance, we probably won’t use a pod sticker this season.”

Mr Bristow concludes; “The crop’s looked really strong throughout this season so far, with lots of pods forming during owering, so if it carries all of do very well. We’d like to get at least characteristics of LG Avenger.

“When our seed supplier United Oilseeds told of 150kg/ha of DAP fertiliser. fairly low.”

Larval assessments in 10 stem samples collected this spring support this, with just one larva per stem

• Two spring fungicides applied at midstem extension and mid- owering, plus micronutrients at the earlier timing

Close monitoring of pest and disease levels in-season, and potential CSFB migration risks to next year’s crop.

"CSFB Resilience" explained

pods forming during owering, so if it carries all of those through to harvest, I hope it will 4–4.5t/ha, maybe more ideally.

“I’m con dent that we’ll be growing LG Avenger again next season, with a slightly larger area of 59ha planned.” FG

"LG CSFB Resilience is a novel genetic approach that tackles CSFB at key crop stages, as part of an e ective integrated pest management strategy on farm,” explains Limagrain UK OSR product manager, Florentina Petrescu, .

Resilient varieties feature a series of characteristics that make them better adapted to escaping damage during two crucial periods in the autumn and spring, so it is not just about a single genetic trait, she says. These characteristics include:

1. Strong autumn dynamic growth to help developing crops escape the early “shot holing” damage caused by adult ea beetles feeding on cotyledons and rst leaves, which can result in signi cant leaf loss and complete crop failure in extreme cases

2. Rapid stem elongation in the spring to improve the plant’s resilience to damage caused by larvae mining into petioles and stems

3. A capacity in some varieties (e.g. LG Avenger) to limit the number of larvae that develop within the stems – the exact reasons for this are still being identi ed

4. Reduced CSFB larvae damage severity – e.g. stunted, bushy plants.

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At the latest AHDB Agronomy Conference, growers were encouraged not to abandon oilseed rape because of the cabbage stem ea beetle (CSFB). Greg Shorter writes.

When Siobhan Hillman of AHDB asked how many growers present at the conference had given up planting oilseed rape because of the spread of CSFB, she was unsurprised when about 50% of the farmers in the room raised their hands.

Planting of OSR has declined from an average that regularly rose well above 500,000ha between 2004–2019 to around 250,000ha in 2025. Many farmers stopped planting after seeing crops devastated by CSFB.

Which is a shame, as OSR has many bene ts. It is a potentially pro table break crop that is associated with yield increase for successive cereal crops. OSR is also really good for soil conditioning.

However, CSFB has become more of a problem in recent years, especially since the loss of neonicotinoids and the fact that many of the pests have developed resistance to the pyrethroid insecticides previously used to protect crops.

Siobhan outlined the 10-step ‘OSR Reboot’ – a plan for farmers who plan to plant OSR in a way that minimises the risk posed by CSFB.

1. Ditch the date

Received wisdom dictates that OSR should be drilled in mid-late August. Siobhan recommends sowing

early or late to avoid peak beetle migration for your area – do not stick to traditional calendar dates for their own sake.

This chimes well with modern agronomic advice, which suggests that OSR performs best when sown according to optimum soil moisture levels. Siobhan shared AHDB graphs that showed that CSFB migration is moving later in the year, there are a few reasons proposed for why this is happening. It may be an e ect of that reduction in acreage, it may be due to changing environmental conditions such as the dry summer we experienced last year, or the beetles’ habits may be a ected by the increased planting of companion crops.

2. Chase perfection at establishment

Waiting for adequate moisture before sowing, using the best seed, promoting good seed-to-soil contact, ensuring adequate nutrition, and selecting varieties with appropriate vigour for the sow date gives your crop the best chance of a perfect establishment.

3. Keep your distance

Any distance (space and time) between previous and current crops will improve the chance of success

– every metre helps. One Swedish study suggested 800m might be ideal. Imagine that distance from the tiny beetle’s perspective!

4. Improve larval tolerance

Fewer, bigger plants will stand up better to larval attack and reduce long-term pest pressures. Siobhan explained that a couple of studies have shown that there’s no added bene t to increasing seed rate. Go with the recommended seed rates for a smaller number of large plants.

5. Make use of muck

CSFB – but no longer. From around 2013, resistance was observed in some populations, and in recent years it’s everywhere. The advice is that ‘resistance is real – and sprays may do more harm than good.’

7. Create companions

Companion cropping and intercropping can shield crops from CSFB. Once you set up a trap crop, the beetles will migrate there. They lose the ability to move very far once they’ve migrated and the farmer can then destroy the trap crop to prevent the beetles from impacting the main crop.

8. Build brassica buddies

Building on the previous step, Siobhan speci cally recommended brassicas for use as a trap crop.

Planting sacri cial strips of e.g. turnip rape will lure the beetles away.

9. Stir it up after harvest

Lightly cultivating OSR stubble soon after harvest may reduce emerging CSFB. Promising research from Colin Peters and the NIAB team has shown that disturbing the top few centimetres of soil after harvest could disrupt the CSFB lifecycle during the pupal stage, potentially reducing adult emergence by 50–90%.

10. Unlock hidden gems

Organic materials can disrupt beetle attack and support crop growth. In the Q&A session following Siobhan’s presentation, one farmer shared his experience of using particularly potent chicken manure to fertilise his OSR.

From stubbles to priming to predators, the key to minimising CSFB seems to be to stack as many tactics as possible. For farmers planning to plant OSR, following the 10-step reboot – and paying special attention to the three-word mantra of ‘Prevent, Detect, Control’ – gives their crop the best chance of escaping the ravishes of the cabbage stem ea beetle. FG

He was convinced that the smell inhibited the beetles’ ability to locate his crop. Siobhan backed his intuition with science. Flea beetles are attracted to glucosinolates, and one possibility is that the smell from muck could potentially disrupt that signal and disorient the pest.

6. Park the pyrethroids

Pyrethroids were once a successful treatment for

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AHDB's Siobhan Hillman.

Highest yielding OSR Candidate variety “one to watch”

With a gross output of 108%, 2% higher than its nearest rival, the AHDB Recommended List (RL) OSR Candidate variety RGT Eros is one to watch, says Kirsty Richards, national technical manager for seeds at Frontier Agriculture.

partnership, and this year it is the

It is one of ve varieties selected for Frontier’s oilseed rape derisking partnership, and this year it is the only variety advanced from the RL candidate stage on the list.

“The Frontier OSR derisking partnership has run for several years and is due to run again for

this drilling season,” says Kirsty. “We began it in 2024 when cabbage stem

RAGT cereals and oilseeds product manager Ed Stanford.

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“Frontier sits at both ends of the chain as an input and advice supplier and grain buyer, which places us in a good position to minimise the risk for growers. It means that growers that sign-up to the scheme have the cost for the seed and accompanying companion crop waived if the crop fails to establish.

“Therefore, to give growers the best opportunity to succeed, we only place the best possible varieties in the derisking partnership.”

As well as the headline yield, RGT Eros has agronomics similar to other RAGT varieties, such as RGT Kanzzas, including strong foliar disease resistance with 8s for Phoma and light leaf spot. “It has good oil content, which is attractive for the oil bonuses,” adds Kirsty.

With Frontier operating nationwide, Kirsty also looks for varieties that provide consistent performance across all regions. It has yielded equally well across all of Frontier’s trial sites, which is supported by similar results in the AHDB trials.

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RAGT cereals and oilseeds product manager Ed Stanford says that their expectations for sales this coming year are managed by RGT Eros still being a candidate, but that this year is an ideal chance for farmers to try a percentage of their acreage to see how it performs against their existing varieties.

“We are expecting RGT Eros to be well placed to come onto the new RL in the winter, and for it to be a variety that takes a decent market share,” explains Ed. “With prospects for the crop appearing so good at the moment, it is the perfect opportunity for OSR growers to see how much further they can push yields with the latest genetics.” FG

Frontier Agriculture's Kirsty Richards.

OSR looks to be a decent crop for harvest 2026

General manager of Grainseed, Neil Groom reports that oilseed rape crops are looking good throughout the country this year.

“This is due to growers committing to the crop from drilling onwards,” Neil says. “Despite the summer drought of 2025, crops were established well, whether growers elected to drill early in August or late September.

and this bodes well for this harvest and the oilseed rape drilling campaign. Growers should remain focused on the 10 CSFB strategies and not be tempted to try to establish the crop with fewer inputs despite the higher costs associated with diesel and fertiliser,”

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was the best performing crop in harvest 2025. With the high price for this year’s harvest, it looks like it will produce a solid return for growers.

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“Very few crops were lost to cabbage stem ea beetle (CSFB) in the autumn, probably due to growers focusing on the 10 points highlighted in the Reboot campaign spearheaded by United Oilseeds and AHDB.

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“Very few CSFB larvae were found in the crop this spring

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Assessing fungicide performance in

At the latest AHDB Agronomy Conference, insights were o ered into the latest research on practical agronomy for the whole rotation. A review of fungicide performance proved an eye-opening topic – Greg Shorter reports.

Fungicide developers and the diseases they aim to treat are locked in an arms race. Field e cacy of fungicide application can be stable for years. Then, suddenly, e cacy rates on a particular agrichemical are knocked for six by a sudden mutation in the target disease.

Readers may remember a septoria mutation

Jonathan discussed how e ective each treatment was at percentages of the recommended label dosage, with application rates ranging from 0% (untreated) to 200% (double the label recommended dose).

in the early 2000s that dramatically reduced the e ectiveness of brands such as Amistar (azoxystrobin) and Swift (tri oxystrobin) against particular strains of that fungus. More recently, of course, the yellow rust Yr15 breakdown hit growers hard when the resistance gene failed on a large scale. For farmers, the best defence

against future mutations is to pay attention to the work of scientists who monitor the e cacy of current fungicides, and follow key advice when it comes to protecting the e ectiveness of actives. Jonathan Blake and Philip Walker, both from ADAS, presented the 2025 fungicide performance ndings at the most recent AHDB Agronomy Conference.

The broad study looked at 17 products, including one that only became available to growers from spring 2026, Jessico Fusion – the rst co-formulation of Iblon (iso ucypram) and Inatreq active (fenpicoxamid). AHDB scientists may access treatments prior to approval, but only present the ndings once chemicals are approved for use on farms.

The trials are designed to highlight the di erences between products across a range of doses against di erent fungal diseases. The 2025 wheat trial presentation o ered results for septoria, yellow rust and brown rust.

E ective wheat fungicides

Jonathan Blake opened the talk with a presentation on a eld assessment of various fungicides sprayed on wheat.

In a brief informative aside, Jonathan talked attendees through a sister study into changes in the sensitivity of fungal diseases to the examined fungicides, attempting to answer the question: “Does application drive resistance?” Thankfully, the results seem to indicate that eld e cacy is

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(tri oxystrobin) against fungus. More recently, of

Jonathan Blake.

wheat, barley and OSR

stable for the time being.

One slide o ered guidance on keeping that resistance stable, which was to use mixtures and sequences containing di erent modes of action, including multi-sites, as well as avoiding repeated use of the same mode of action where possible. Following this guidance on-farm will help to increase the e ective life of ‘at-risk’ fungicides.

On Septoria tritici, the applications that achieved the highest levels of control were Miravis Plus (pydi umetofen), Peqtiga (fenpicoxamid), Jessico Fusion (iso ucypram + fenpicoxamid), and Univoq (fenpicoxamid + prothioconazole).

On yellow rust, the leading products all contained prothioconazole (Proline), iso ucypram (Vimoy, Plaxium, Jessico Fusion) or benzovind upyr (Elatus Plus). Amistar (azoxystrobin) also showed very good activity.

On brown rust, Comet (pyraclostrobin), Imtrex ( uxapyroxad), Vimoy, and Myresa (mefentri uconazole) gave the highest level of control

Overall, mixtures o er more robust disease control and result in higher yields compared to straight applications.

Treatments to protect barley

Jonathan followed his insights on wheat treatments with an examination of seven fungicides approved for treating fungi that a ect barley. The study was set up in the same way as the wheat study, looking at e ectiveness of treatments at di erent dosage levels.

On rhynchosporium and net blotch, the azoles – Myresa, Proline and Revypro (prothioconazole + mefentri uconazole) – and SDHIs (Vimoy and Miravis Plus) all gave very good control.

On ramularia, Miravis Plus gave the highest levels of control, while Myresa was more e ective than Proline.

On powdery mildew, Proline was very e ective, as was Miravis Plus. Myresa also gave useful control.

On barley brown rust, Miravis Plus and Proline scored well. Proline was very e ective; the opposite of observations when it was applied to wheat brown rust.

Tackling diseases in oilseed rape

Philip Walker took to the stage to discuss how e ective treatments are in combatting phoma stem canker and

light leaf spot in oilseed rape. Phoma can devastate an untreated crop. In the 2025 untreated sample, 36% of infected plants died. Over 10 years, the average gure for the untreated sample was closer to 45% of the crop lost.

E ective azole and nonazole options are available for phoma stem canker control. Yield responses ranged from 0.15–0.50t/ ha in 2025, with

Philip Walker.

little bene t recorded from applying >50% of full label rate (as part of a two-spray programme) in all applications.

On light leaf spot, azoles, non-azoles and co-formulations all proved e ective and provided similar reduction of disease and similar uplift in yield. Philip raised the importance of timing of applications to treat light leaf spot,

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recommending late autumn, late winter or early winter applied timing to tackle latent infection, and then spring applied timing to build up a protective leaf layer.

To judge by this presentation, the e ectiveness of these approved fungicides for wheat, barley and OSR is currently stable and there are more potential actives in the pipeline. But as always, correct stewardship is key to protecting the armoury.

For now, it looks like humans are winning the arms race, but our continued dominance relies on restrained and scienti cally-guided applications. FG

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Jon Telfer and Hannah Shirt from Yara Analytical Services are clear that the weeks immediately after harvest are when action on soil health is most practical.

“Not only are the elds accessible,” says Jon, “but soils are at a reliable baseline for testing, undisturbed by growing season inputs. Once you’ve got your test results, there’s the winter for corrective action. This makes post-harvest your perfect reset opportunity.”

Start with what’s just left the field

Before analysing soil health, Hannah rst recommends examining what’s just been harvested. “Analysing the harvest for nutrient content is one of the most valuable diagnostic steps a grower can take, yet it remains underused. Nutrients go in at the start of the season, a crop is grown, and at harvest those nutrients leave the eld embedded in grain, straw and biomass. But beyond nitrogen, the e ciency with which that conversion has happened is rarely assessed. Grain and straw testing close that gap.”

Data from Yara’s laboratory shows how signi cant the variation can be. In the 2025 harvest, around 75% of grain samples tested showed a higher phosphorus and potassium

density than the RB209 book values used to calculate fertiliser replacement rates – meaning growers relying on standard gures may have been mining their soil’s reserves without realising it. In other years the reverse holds true, opening genuine opportunities to plan a nutrient holiday where soil nutrient levels remain su cient.

Yara recommends commissioning full broad-spectrum analysis as standard. “Moving from basic to broad-spectrum adds perhaps £20 to a cost already spread across a ve-year cycle, but returns secondary nutrients, micronutrients, active carbon, biological activity indicators and cation exchange capacity – a picture of soil function, not just soil chemistry,” explains Hannah. A practical starting point is to designate a small number of ‘barometer elds’ for deep analysis each cycle, then apply ndings more broadly.

pH: It's number one for a reason

No single measurement has greater in uence on how a soil functions than pH. It simultaneously controls nutrient availability, fertiliser utilisation and soil biology. Get it wrong and little else you do will work as well as it should.

Over the past 25 years, average UK soil pH has dropped from 6.7 to 6.3 – almost half a unit in a single generation. Last autumn, 45% of combinable cropping samples received by Yara’s laboratory were below optimal pH, more than half contained less than 5% organic matter, and only one in ten was at target index for both P and K. “Every point of pH below optimum reduces nutrient availability, undermines fertiliser e ciency and suppresses soil biology,” says Jon. “Low P and K indices mean crops are drawing on reserves that are not being replaced.”

Every nitrogen fertiliser application acidi es soil, and soils naturally acidify without lime. According to Hannah: “Lime is one of the highest-return interventions available and autumn is the ideal window to act.” Again, elds are accessible, there is time for lime to work before spring, and choosing a calcium-based product over a magnesium-dominant one also improves soil aggregation and porosity.

Soil structure: biology over brute force

Compaction builds up over years of cultivation, heavy machinery and wet-weather operations, and post-harvest is a good time to assess what’s happened below the

surface. The visual evaluation of soil structure (VESS), available through AHDB, guides growers through an assessment of aggregate shape, rooting depth, earthworm counts and compaction layers and informs whether mechanical intervention is warranted, and where.

Mechanical subsoiling can be e ective but is temporary.

“Mechanical restructuring is a reset,” says Jon. “Biological restructuring has far greater permanence.” Soil organisms, particularly fungi, produce compounds that bind particles into stable aggregates – but they need feeding: carbon, delivered through active plant roots and returning biomass. Building organic matter takes time, but post-harvest interventions that add carbon such as cover crops, returned straw and targeted organic amendments all play their part.

“We’ve run the battery down by growing and removing the crop,” says Jon. “We need to recharge it and the best way is through photosynthesis, through carbon delivery back into the soil.”

A winter cover crop does exactly that. Di erent species serve di erent purposes – scavenging residual nitrogen and sulphur, driving root penetration into compacted layers, or xing atmospheric nitrogen – and a mixed sward tends to deliver multiple bene ts simultaneously. Cover crop biomass analysis ahead of destruction can also indicate how much nutrition will be released to the following crop, and at what rate.

Integrated data analysis, better decisions

Post-harvest is not just a time to sample, it’s a time to synthesise. Link soil data with historic leaf tissue results, grain nutrient analysis, yield maps and organic input records, and look at the direction of travel across multiple test cycles, not just the most recent snapshot. This is what Hannah calls ‘Integrated Analysis’. “Trend data is far more informative than a single data point,” she says. “Historic organic matter levels sampled under the now-discontinued SFI SAM1 for example represent a valuable baseline. This is data that’s worth preserving and building on, even without the payment incentive.”

“Soil is the one asset that remains on a farm from generation to generation,” concludes Jon. “Growers who use this window well are building the resilience, sustainability and productivity that will help to carry their farms through whatever the next season brings – and for generations to come.” FG

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Correct soil pH is the foundation for savings on fertiliser

Fertiliser prices have surged due to unrest in the Middle East, with ammonium nitrate rising by over 32% according to AHDB’s GB fertiliser data. Farmers are exploring alternative ways to reduce their post-harvest input costs, and liming could be an e ective solution to maximise fertiliser e ciency.

Soil pH is crucial to plant growth. A neutral pH allows the three major macronutrients – nitrogen, potassium and phosphate – to be more readily available to the crop.

When pH is below recommended levels, the nutrients already in the soil are a ected, but so are those in fertilisers, says Glenn Carlisle, business manager at LimeX.

“It’s essential to maximise the value of the nutrients already in the soil and any fertiliser by ensuring optimum pH levels, otherwise you’re not getting the most out of your fertiliser,” says Glenn.

“Applying fertiliser without good soil pH is like throwing money down the drain.”

In the current landscape, ensuring fertiliser e ectiveness could be key to reducing input costs.

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TNS raises huge sum for Dementia UK charity

At this year’s Su olk Show, TNS director James Thurlow handed a cheque for £308,000 to charity Dementia UK. Farmers Guide spoke to Dementia UK’s director of nursing services, Caroline Scates.

Caroline commented: “We are incredibly grateful to Thurlow Nunn Standen for their outstanding commitment and creativity in raising vital funds for Dementia UK over the past year. Their remarkable achievement of £308,000 re ects not only generosity, but a deep understanding of the impact dementia has on individuals, families and communities.

“Hearing about the car rally, family fun days, marathon runs and so many other inspirational stories about how they managed to fundraise this amount was simply outstanding.

“One in two of us will be a ected by dementia in our lifetime – whether through caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Dementia is not simply memory loss; it a ects communication, behaviour, physical health, relationships and identity. Behind every person living with dementia is often someone else – a partner, child,

friend or family member – doing their best to navigate what can be an overwhelming and often isolating experience.”

Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who provide lifechanging support to families. They o er expert clinical advice, emotional reassurance, and practical guidance, helping people manage complex challenges such as navigating health and social care systems, coping with anticipatory grief, and making di cult decisions.

“We currently have almost 500 Admiral Nurses working across communities, hospitals, care homes and hospices, as well as providing support through our own National Helpline and virtual clinics. However, there is still signi cant unmet need across the UK, particularly in rural and underserved areas,” added Caroline.

“The funds raised by Thurlow Nunn Standen will make a tangible di erence. They will help us recruit and support more Admiral Nurses, extend our services to reach more families earlier, strengthen our Helpline, and invest in the development needed to maintain

safe, high-quality care.

“When organisations like Thurlow Nunn Standen fundraise, they are not just raising money –they are raising awareness, raising standards, and o ering hope to families facing one of the greatest health challenges of our time.

“We would like to extend a huge

thank you to James and all at TNS for their time, support and generosity.” If you need advice or support on living with dementia, contact Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurse Dementia Helpline on 0800 888 6678, email helpline@dementiauk. org, or nd out more at www. dementiauk.org/appointment FG

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“The driving comfort I’ve noticed is unbeatable, as if the tank were oating behind the tractor. The annoying, continuous rocking of the seat back, which eventually causes back pain, has disappeared. Over time, I’ve discovered that this suspension has another great practical advantage: at the end of the tank emptying, the front tends to rise, resulting in a more complete discharge of the slurry. Conversely, when it’s lling, the position of the retracted cylinder indicates that the tank is full. The suspension cylinder thus acts as an indicator of the tank’s ll level.”

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Since its foundation in 1974, Hidracar has acquired great experience in the search for suspension systems solutions for agricultural machinery through the use of an oleopneumatic accumulator.

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Trio remains central at Worsall Grove Farm

The Sumo Trio is one of the most popular combination cultivators on the market. Machinery reporter Daniel Hodge visited the Harker family at Worsall Grove Farm to nd out why.

The Harker family farms just over 324ha of its own land, alongside around 283ha on a whole-farm contract basis, with additional combining and other work carried out locally. It is a lean family operation, with Michael working alongside his brother Phillip and son Dave, while his father Ken still helps where he can. Extra labour is brought in at harvest, but the system still needs to suit a small team and a tight seasonal workload.

A practical cultivation approach

On this farm, the Trio is not being used as part of a xed cultivation doctrine, and the plough hasn’t been retired. Instead, it sits at the centre of a practical system built around maintaining output, holding onto moisture, and leaving ground in a condition that suits drilling.

The farm grows mainly wheat and OSR, with some barley also in the rotation. Michael says there is currently around 202ha of OSR in the ground. Soil type varies too, including heavy clay, around 200ha of riverside land, and some lighter ground.

Michael is clear that the plough still has a role. The farm still runs reversible ploughs and expects rotational ploughing to remain part of the system, particularly where grassweeds need resetting. Some land has not been ploughed for around 15 years, while other elds may be turned every three or four years depending on weed pressure.

Finding the right fit

The business has run several Trios over the years, moving from one machine to two as the hectarage and workload increased. Before buying the rst Trio, the farm tried some competitor’s alternatives. Michael says both did a good job, but neither suited their system quite as well. The Trio, by comparison, gave the farm the nish and

manoeuvrability it wanted, while still providing the soil loosening and mixing needed ahead of drilling.

The Trio’s layout is familiar: low-draft legs at the front, followed by concave discs and Sumo’s Multipacka at the rear. In practice, the machine is used to lift and loosen at depth, mix surface residue and consolidate the pro le in one pass. The nish left behind is important, as Michael wants a surface that will weather and drill cleanly rather than leaving open ground vulnerable to drying or slumping.

Timing, depth, and finish

Once balers have cleared elds and straw has been removed, the aim is to get in with the Trios and let the weather do the remaining work. The machine establishes the structure and nish, but weathering remains part of the system.

OSR is treated slightly di erently. Michael says they are keen not to lose moisture ahead of drilling, so they tend to follow more closely behind the combine with a combination drill rather than leaving cultivated land open. On their ground, moisture retention is one reason not to move more soil than necessary.

For cereal ground, the Trio normally follows straw clearance. Michael has also found that working at a slight angle to the tramlines gives a better nish than running directly with them. He says it does not need to be much of an angle – even moving from one tramline to the next is enough – but that the di erence is noticeable.

Michael says that headlands must be managed carefully. The Trios are often run across the headlands so that when the drill is lifted in and out, it is not dragging up large lumps or running into compacted ground. In some cases, headlands may receive two or even three passes,

(l-r) Sumo’s marketing and communications manager, Sophie Theakston, and UK sales and marketing manager, David Carver pictured with the Harker family; Ken Harker, Dave Harker (holding Walter Harker), and Michael Harker.

The Trio legs are run at di erent depths dependent on conditions and crop requirements. Feet are interchangeable.

The Trio has become the central machine at Worsall Grove Farm because it does the main job consistently.

The Sumo Multipacka that Michael says leaves a great nish for subsequent weathering.

alleviating much of the compaction associated with repeated travel and turning.

Working depth is adjusted according to the job. For cereal ground, Michael says they are generally at around 10 inches. For OSR, they drop the machine deeper, to about 12 inches. That gives enough lift to deal with tra c pans or structural issues without turning the eld into a dig site.

Compaction, he says, has not been a major issue. The farm has had competitor manufacturers visit with soil probes, only to nd no signi cant compaction layer. Michael believes that is partly because the Trio is lifting the ground consistently and partly because, where the land has been out of the plough for several years, there is no regular plough pan being created at the same depth each season.

He also says the land becomes easier to work after two or three years of using the Trio. Once the machine has been through the same ground for a few seasons, it seems to run more freely. Water movement improves, standing

water is reduced and the tractor is not being asked to drag the machine through a tight, closed pro le every year.

One pass where possible

When drilling, Michael is particular about coulter layout and trash clearance, especially in wetter conditions and on heavier land. He favours a three-row arrangement, arguing that two-row layouts can roll material over in wet conditions and restrict trash ow.

Compared with a plough and powerharrow system, the Trio reduces the number of operations and the labour tied up in establishment. The farm still has power harrows and uses them where needed, but Michael remembers the frustrations of ploughing ground, seeing it dry and bake, then having to work hard to create a seedbed before the next weather break closed the window again.

The attraction of the Trio is that most ground can be handled in one meaningful pass, with extra attention directed only where it is justi ed. Michael sums it up simply: “We like the

system we’re on. It’s simple. It works.”

Low costs and strong residuals

That simplicity extends to maintenance too, Michael describes the Trios as cheap machines to run, with wearing metal – primarily points, feet and wings – making up the main cost. The farm keeps spare legs available, so if a part needs attention while the tractor is being refuelled, a complete leg can be dropped out and replaced quickly. The wearing metal can then be changed later, when someone has half an hour spare.

The farm originally ran machines with shear-bolt protection, but has since moved to auto-reset legs. Although stones are not a major issue, Michael says there were occasions where a shear bolt did not come out cleanly, turning what should have been a simple job into a half-day exercise. With the autoreset setup, a leg can trip and return without stopping the machine.

Michael also says that the strong residual value of the Trio has also been a signi cant factor. He says his Sumo equipment has generally held its value well, with the cost to change machines being relatively low in some cases. Previous Trios have sold quickly, including to neighbouring farms, and he says even older machines continue to make strong money second-hand.

That can be an easily forgotten point when considering total cost of ownership. A machine that performs well, does not cost heavily in wearing parts and still commands strong money when it leaves the yard is easier to justify.

Michael does not think direct drilling would suit all of their ground, and says others nearby have tried it before moving back again. On their land, his view is that some soil movement is still required. Equally, the farm may increase rotational ploughing slightly to keep grass weeds under control.

It was these conversations with Michael that makes his system credible. The plough has a role, power harrows still have a role, but the Trio has become the central machine because it does the main job consistently and without unnecessary complication.

Ease of use is part of that. Michael says: “You don’t have to be a master ploughman to use them.” Once the machine is set correctly, it does not require a specialist operator to achieve a reliable result.

Ultimately, Michael’s view is perhaps best summed up by his comment that “it would take a lot to change us”.

It has not removed every other cultivation tool from the yard, and nor is it expected to. It gives the farm a straightforward, repeatable way to lift, mix and reconsolidate ground in a single pass, while still allowing enough exibility to plough, drill directly behind the combine or make an extra pass where conditions demand it.

For Worsall Grove Farm, that combination of output, simplicity, low running costs and strong resale value is why the Trio remains the main cultivator. In a system where timing is everything and the weather is rarely in a generous mood, a machine that keeps the job moving has a habit of earning its keep. FG

The Harker family is currently running two Sumo Trios.

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Crawfords Group used a working demo day near Newbury to showcase its team, franchises and support o ering to customers in a territory the business has taken on more recently. Machinery reporter Daniel Hodge attended.

Held on grassland at Shaw, Berkshire, the event brought together farmers, contractors, Crawfords sta and manufacturer representatives, with Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Valtra, Manitou, Amazone, Ktwo, Can-Am, Isuzu and Maxus all represented, alongside groundcare equipment. The line-up covered an impressively wide array of tractors, grassland machinery, handlers, trailers, implements, ATVs, utility vehicles and commercial vehicles.

Not relying on a static display, Crawfords had built the day around a working grassland demonstration. Mowers, tedders and rakes were put to work before a Fendt Katana 850 forage harvester picked up swaths and loaded trailers heading towards the clamp, where Manitou handling equipment added the nal part of the chain.

But the machinery was only part of the story. Following territory changes that brought the area into Crawfords’ responsibility, the day gave the dealer an opportunity to meet existing and potential customers, introduce its team, and show the business behind the brands it represents.

A stake in the ground

awareness,” he explained. “This is what we represent. These are the brands we can o er. We want everyone to know that we’re here for the long term, not the short term.” Around 20 Crawfords sta were present from across the company’s depots, with product support sta and manufacturer representatives also on hand to speak to visitors and operate machinery.

Wes described the event as a “metaphorical stake in the ground” for Crawfords in the area. For a family business moving into a newer territory, he says that the challenge is not simply showing which brands are available, but proving that the service, parts and aftersales network are there once those machines are on farm.

The early response suggested the format was working. Despite the day being primarily an awareness exercise, Wes said by early afternoon it had already generated a number of genuine enquiries and opportunities across tractors, mowers, balers and sprayers.

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Working kit, not static displays

The working element of the day centred on a grassland sequence that moved beyond a simple drive-past. With mowers, tedders and rakes operating in the eld, visitors could see machines carrying out the early stages of the forage chain before the crop was picked up by the Fendt Katana forage harvester and loaded into trailers, or baled by one of several Massey Ferguson and Fendt balers running on the day.

Rather than looking at each machine in isolation, attendees were able to follow the job from cutting through to handling, with tractors, grassland equipment, trailers and telehandlers each playing a part. It also gave dealer and manufacturer sta a more practical backdrop for conversations around output, machine matching and how di erent parts of a system work together.

The Katana 850, an 850hp powerhouse running on a Liebherr engine platform, was the most obvious machinery centrepiece, and was being run at impressive speed. Fendt area sales manager David Broad said its appearance also gave Fendt a useful opportunity to run the machine ahead of ScotGrass, where it was due to appear the

franchises on display,

For Crawfords, the event carried a signi cance beyond the machinery itself, with managing director Wes Crawford saying that the area was still relatively new territory for the business following changes around a year to 18 months earlier. Many customers would already recognise the franchises on display, but not all would have dealt with Crawfords as the dealer behind them.

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(l-r) Max Bishop of the host farm, with contractors Joe Veitch and Charlie Barr.

following week.

Manitou equipment then linked naturally into the clamp and handling side of the demonstration, showing where telehandlers and loaders t into the grassland system. The day was not simply a case of lining up franchises and hoping customers would walk past them; it gave the machinery a job to do.

The line-up also showed that Crawfords wanted the event to be broader than purely a grassland machinery day. Whilst Fendt and Massey Ferguson gave the working forage demonstration its main machinery thread, and Manitou linked into the clamp and handling work. Valtra added another tractor option, Amazone brought an arable and crop establishment element, Ktwo provided trailer interest, and Can-Am, Isuzu and Maxus broadened the appeal for farms looking at utility vehicles and commercial transport as well as eld machinery.

Farmers value seeing kit working

For the farmers and contractors attending, the working format was one of the main attractions because it gave them a chance to compare machines in a setting closer to real work.

Max Bishop, of the family farm providing the venue for the event, said he had come down to the eld to look at the grassland kit, balers and forage harvester running: “You can get all the info online,” he said, “but it’s good to see it work.” His family farms around 121ha, with beef and mixed enterprises, and had kept some ground in grass this year after maize struggled in dry conditions the previous season.

“I can’t get over how quiet it is,” he said. “850 horsepower and it’s that quiet. The rate at which it picks it up and just goes along is impressive.”

The event also drew more diversi ed farm businesses. Ian Constable, of Street Croft Farm, described his business as predominantly livestock-based, now centred around sheep, with pigs, poultry, a market garden, farm shop and café also part of the enterprise.

He said the farm shop and café had become central to keeping the business viable, while giving the public a closer connection with food production. For Crawfords, that range of visitors mattered. The customers walking the eld were not all looking for the same machine, but many were asking the same wider question: whether the kit, dealer and support behind it could t the way their businesses now operate.

Support beyond the sale

While working demonstrations showed what the machines could do, conversations on the day highlighted the importance of the relationship behind them. For farmers and contractors, machinery purchases are not judged on spec alone. Backup, parts availability, technical advice and service response are obviously just as important as the machine itself.

and they’ll tell me whether I’m alright to carry on or if they need to send someone out.”

That support, he added, could carry more weight than simply chasing the lowest upfront price. “If I need it, I’ll nd a way to pay for it,” he said. “The main thing is how good they are at backing me up.” Working machinery may bring people through the gate, but con dence in the dealer is often what keeps them in the conversation.

Price, finance and confidence

The conversations around the eld also re ected a machinery market in which buying decisions remain carefully and cautiously judged. Interest is still there, and quotes are still being prepared, but several comments suggested customers are looking closely at price, nance and overall value before committing.

Massey Ferguson area sales manager, Richard Cox, described the market as tough and suggested improving headline tractor registration gures should be treated with caution if they are not viewed against the wider context. Kevin Towers, area sales manager for Valtra, said quoting activity had been quite good, but added that price and nance were often the major factors having a nal say in current buying decisions.

In a tighter market, customers are not only comparing horsepower, lift capacity or list price. They are weighing up monthly costs, reliability, dealer backup and whether a machine can justify itself across several jobs.

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That was clear from John Monger, of JMS Land and Tree Management, who said one of his main reasons for attending was to continue building his relationship with Crawfords. His work is not primarily grassland-based, instead covering land management, haulage, groundwork and forestrytype jobs, but he said the event was a useful opportunity to meet sta , look around the wider range and support a dealer he had come to rely on.

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Contractor Joe Veitch, who had travelled from South Hampshire, said he was looking generally at grassland equipment and what might be available over the coming year. He was particularly struck by the Fendt Katana forage harvester.

He was particularly complimentary about the Crawfords team at Ropley, who he said had helped him with repairs, parts and technical advice, including support for a tractor that had required signi cant gearbox work after leaving him stranded earlier in the year.

Ultimately, the event provided a way to address those questions in person. Customers could see machinery working, speak to manufacturer representatives, meet the dealership team and judge the support behind the franchises. In a cautious market, that con dence may be as important as any individual machine on show. FG

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“The main thing that’s cemented me with Crawfords is how good they are at backing me up,” he said. “I can phone them and say, ‘I’ve got this code, what does it mean?’

John Monger of JMS Land and Tree Management said he had a great time supporting the dealer who supported him.

Ian Constable of Street Croft farm enjoyed the day and told us his farm wouldn’t exist today without the success of his farm shop.

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Weaving Machinery has unveiled its new o ces and showroom at an exclusive media day, marking the latest stage in the company’s continued investment across its site, manufacturing facilities and product range. Daniel Hodge reports.

The press event gave journalists a look behind the scenes at the family-run business, beginning with an overview of the company’s history before moving through the new o ces, showroom, parts department and factory.

While the showroom provided the most immediate visual impact, with a near full range of Weaving machinery lined up in the company’s familiar postman-red nish, the tour showed that the investment goes well beyond appearances.

From improved sta facilities and customer meeting areas to welding bays, shot blasting and paint systems, the development re ects a business that has grown signi cantly from its early days buying and refurbishing second-hand machinery.

It also provided the backdrop for a runthrough of several machinery updates, including the 12m Sabre drill, which is due to make its public debut at Cereals.

From farm sales to own-built machinery

Simon Weaving began the day by setting out the company’s background and how the business developed into the manufacturer it is today.

Weaving started on the site in 1983, when Simon’s parents began buying machinery from local farm sales, refurbishing it and selling it on. From there, the business gradually moved into new machinery, rst through imports and then increasingly through its own designs.

A key step came with the import of Aguirre tine drills from Spain, which became known as Weaving machines in the UK. The company went on to buy in hoppers from Spain and t its own drill assemblies underneath, ultimately adapting machines to suit the needs of British farmers.

That process of listening to customers and developing practical changes became a recurring theme throughout the day. Simon explained that the Sabre drill grew out of demand for a stronger, higher-trash- ow machine as more farmers began looking at low-disturbance establishment systems.

The GD drill followed a similar customer-led path. Its roots go back to Weaving importing Krause no-till drills from the US, before adapting the concept for UK farmers who were more familiar with air drills. One important design change came after customer Tony Gent raised issues with tyre wear on an earlier opener arrangement, suggesting that the disc should

Machines such as Weaving’s trailed GD series look very impressive in the new showroom.

(l-r) Weaving Machinery marketing and nance director, Sarie Weaving; farmer, YouTuber and special guest for o cial ribbon cutting, Andrew Ward; and Weaving Machinery sales director, Simon Weaving.

Simon was particularly proud of a new multi-purpose o ce space that had most recently been used for the education of young farmers.

run at an angle while the wheel remained vertical. It was a small example, but neatly summed up Weaving’s approach: take feedback from the eld, keep the design as simple as possible, and turn practical problems into product development.

New space for sta and customers

The new o ces have been designed to give Weaving a more suitable base for both sta and customers.

Simon said the company had long outgrown its previous o ce set-up, which was housed in a former cabbage cold store. It had become too small for the business and did not provide the sort of environment the company wanted either for its sta or for visitors.

The new building gives the sales team, technical sta and design engineers a more joined-up working space, with areas where customers can sit down and discuss machines, speci cations and design ideas. A dedicated customer kitchen has also been added, giving the company a more professional space for

hosting visitors.

Sta welfare was another major part of the investment. The new facilities include a much larger canteen, improved sta rooms, lockers and better cleaning facilities. Simon said this had become increasingly important, particularly when nding and retaining good sta is such a challenge across the industry.

The parts department has also been brought into the customer-facing side of the building, with wearing parts and components more clearly displayed. For local customers, it remains a place to collect parts, pins, PTO shafts and other essentials; for Weaving, it is also part of a wider support system for machines working across the UK and overseas.

Machinery in the showroom

The showroom itself gave the clearest sign of how far the company’s range has grown.

A broad selection of Weaving machinery was laid out under one roof, nished in the company’s high-gloss red paint. For visitors, it o ered a chance to see the machines in a clean, controlled

environment before walking into the factory to see how they are built.

That link between the nished product and the production process was one of the strengths and enjoyable highlights of the press event. The showroom gave the machinery its moment in the spotlight, but the factory tour gave the nittygritty context behind it.

Weaving sells direct, so bringing farmers, contractors and overseas customers to site is an important part of the business. The new setup gives the company somewhere to host those conversations properly, whether customers are looking at a new drill, discussing changes to a speci cation or simply trying to understand how a machine is put together.

So, instead of feeling like a separate display area, far removed from design and production of machinery, the showroom acts as the front end of the operation as a whole.

Factory investment improves production flow

The factory tour showed how Weaving has continued to invest in the manufacturing side of the business as its machinery range has expanded.

Although welding remains a hands-on process, the production system around it has changed signi cantly. Parts are brought in from laser cutting and machining specialists, then assembled on site using a combination of jigs and self-jigging designs. This helps improve accuracy and consistency, while avoiding the need for Weaving to carry out every manufacturing process in-house.

Simon said the company used to have milling and lathe work on site, but now relies on specialist suppliers for some of those components. In practice, that allows parts such as pins, bushes and machined sections to be produced faster and more accurately by businesses that already have the right equipment.

In the fabrication bays, welding is still carried out by hand, either on xed jigs or on assemblies designed to locate themselves correctly. One of the more interesting details was the use of a rotating jig, which allows complex sections to be turned so the welder can keep the working surface at.

It was a useful reminder that modern machinery production is not simply about automation replacing skill. At Weaving, the investment appears to be more about removing

A rotating welding jig allows welds to always be performed on a at working surface.

The automatic shotblaster has massively cut down on metal prep time, and provides a consistent nish.

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Shot blasting brings speed and finish

One of the clearest examples of Weaving’s factory investment was its automatic shotblasting machine.

Simon said the company had previously relied on a much more manual and hands-on process to prepare machines for paint. Preparing a 6m Sabre could take two people around three-quarters of a day. The new system can shot blast a full Sabre in about 12 minutes.

The saving in time is signi cant, but the main bene t is consistency. Shot blasting removes scale from laser-cut steel and gives the surface a rougher pro le, helping primer to adhere properly. For a company building machinery that will spend its working life in soil, challenging weather and fertiliser, paint really matters.

Weaving has also changed its paint process, using a high-build epoxy primer and high-gloss red topcoat. The aim is to achieve a paint thickness of around 140–150 microns, with better coverage around welds, edges and awkward corners.

Simon said paint quality is particularly important because Weaving sells direct and often brings used machines back to the factory for refurbishment and resale. A machine that still looks good after several seasons is not just a nicer thing to own; it also holds its value better when it comes back through the business.

It was a good example of the kinds of investments that go on behind the scenes, aren’t always completely obvious, but make a real di erence to the nished machine.

Parts support and stock control

Weaving places great importance on parts support, and there were plenty of elements of the tour that highlighted this. In the parts department, commonly used wearing parts are displayed more clearly for visiting customers, while behind the scenes the company has invested in automated Modula storage systems. A smaller unit in the new parts area holds just under 30t of components, while a larger system in the factory holds close to 80t.

Rather than searching through shelves and trays, sta can enter a part number and the system brings the correct tray forward. It also records who has taken each part, helping stock control and reducing the risk of a machine being held up by a missing small component.

It is not necessarily the most glamorous part of the operation, but a critically important one nonetheless. With tight production schedules and machines working across the UK and overseas, parts availability remains central to Weaving’s direct-to-customer model.

12m Sabre set for Cereals

The main machinery talking point was the new 12m Sabre drill, which is due to be shown at Cereals.

The machine has been designed to scale up the Sabre concept while keeping transport practical, folding to under 3m wide. Simon said the machine has a 300hp requirement and uses three hoppers, a pressurised tank, an 8in Crary fan

and Mitas 900 low-pressure tyres. The tyres have a square pro le, helping spread the load and reduce ground damage.

The drill uses four 3m coulter baskets, with row spacing options of 250mm or 200mm. The 250mm version has 48 coulters, while the 200mm version has 60. Simon also said the machine can be set up with wider band-sowing options where required, depending on customer preference and establishment system.

One of the more interesting features is the way Weaving has approached pressure control. On its GD drill, pressure can be adjusted through the rear wheels as soil conditions change. Simon explained that this would not work in the same way on a tine drill, as transferring hopper weight through the toolbar could cause it to bury itself.

Instead, automatic pressure control has been applied to the four coulter baskets. The wheels set the working depth, while the baskets add or remove pressure as conditions change across the eld.

Other updates across the range

Alongside the 12m Sabre, Weaving also used the event to run through several other machinery updates.

The Fenix grain/fertiliser drill brings fertiliser capability to the company’s entry-level direct drill range. Rather than using two distribution heads and doubling the number of pipes, Weaving has kept the system simpler, with two metering units feeding into one Venturi and one

distribution head. The aim is to make the machine easier to live with, particularly for mixed and livestock farms.

The front tank spreader has also been developed for applying products such as Avadex, slug pellets or cover crops alongside a cultivator or rolls. Available in working widths from 6–12m, it uses RDS Artemis Lite controls and can be tted with manual shutters to match narrower implements where needed.

Also new to the range is the Raptor cultivator, which has been tested across a range of farms over the past 12 months. The machine combines front discs, sprung legs, hydraulic levelling discs and a rear roller, with the aim of leaving a nish suitable for drilling.

Scaling up, staying practical

The new o ces and showroom provide the polish, but the factory tour showed that Weaving’s latest investment runs much deeper than a smarter customer entrance.

From sta facilities and design spaces to welding, shot blasting, paint quality and parts control, the company has clearly focused on the systems behind the machines as much as the machines themselves.

The 12m Sabre may be the headline product development, particularly with its Cereals debut approaching, but the bigger message from the day was one of a family business scaling up without losing the practical, customer-led approach that shaped it in the rst place. FG

Weaving’s new 12m Sabre drill was undergoing nal prep ahead of a grand unveiling at Cereals 2026.

The two separate metering units of the dual-hopper Fenix.

Weaving’s new front spreader attachment can extend up to working widths of 12m.

Ibbetts marks 175 years with open day celebration

Ibbetts marked its 175th anniversary with an open day that was deliberately more celebratory than commercial. Machinery reporter Daniel Hodge was there.

Although plenty of machinery was on show, this wasn’t a hard-sell dealer event. Alongside tractors, Unimogs, groundcare kit and workshop equipment, the day included chainsaw carving, live music, a tombola and catering from a BBQ and smoker, with all meat sourced from within 25 miles.

A reason to celebrate

The result was an event that invited and welcomed the broad customer base Ibbetts has built over many, many, years. Farmers, contractors, suppliers, local families and retail customers all mixed on site, giving the day a strong community feel.

For a fth-generation family business, it felt tting. Ibbetts has now been trading for 175 years, and while the machinery industry has changed beyond recognition in that time, the company’s role remains closely tied to local relationships and customer service.

Nick Suddes, Unimog sales at Ibbetts, said that range is part of what makes the business di erent. “It’s all the way from selling somebody their Unimog or their tractor, to someone coming in just to buy something up the road,” he said.

Flexibility has always been key

Speaking at the event, owner Tim Ibbetts said the company’s longevity has depended on adapting to what customers need. “You feel like you owe a lot to the customers,” he said. “If you haven’t got

the customers, and the product for them, you haven’t got a business.” He continued: “You have to duck and dive. You’ve got to be adaptable. You’ve got to be exible.”

That exibility has become even more important as the dealer landscape has changed. Larger dealer groups have become more common, and some farmers feel they can be pushed down the priority list if they are not running large eets or buying new machines regularly.

Tim said he believes that smaller family dealers still have an important role to play, particularly for customers who value long-term relationships and practical support. “You’ve got to have a rapport,” he said. “It’s important because you’ve got to tell them good news and you’ve got to tell them bad news.”

He added that Ibbetts’ experience with Unimog is a good example. The company sells

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business spanning tractors, Unimogs,

ranges from farmers and contractors food, garden equipment, DIY

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Appreciation of the customer and the important relationship that follows was a key theme of the day. Ibbetts is not a narrow agricultural dealer, with a business spanning tractors, Unimogs, groundcare, garden machinery, tools, parts, servicing and retail. So Ibbetts has a customer base that ranges from farmers and contractors to people visiting the shop for pet food, garden equipment, DIY items and tools. Tim Ibbett said: “This is what has enabled Ibbetts to develop and aid our longevity.”

Tim Ibbetts,

fthgeneration owner at Arthur Ibbetts Ltd.

Unimog U435 tackled the o -road demonstration course with impressive ease.

Members of the Ibbetts team during the open day event.

new vehicles, but also supports older machines and customers who may not be in the market for a new vehicle. “We can sell used and new ones because we’ve been selling them since the 1970s,” he said. “We’ve got a vast knowledge. We have more than a few spare parts, so we’ll accommodate.”

Relationships still dominate

That relationship-led approach was also highlighted by local farmer David Felce, who attended the open day. He described Ibbetts as “old school” in its way of doing business, and said that remains one of its strengths. “I think a lot of people still want that,” he said.

David said Ibbetts has long been part of the local rural community, not just as a machinery dealer, but as a business people use for a wide range of products and services. “It’s unusual, actually,” he said. “There’s not a lot of dealers that I’ve been to that are like this.”

but has opened up Ibbetts' customer base by o ering its bene ts to arborators/forestry, utilities, and re and rescue services amongst others. The Unimog continues to make sense for customers who need a vehicle that can combine eld, road and transport work.

McCormick joins the lineup

With McCormick coming on board fully in January of this year, the anniversary event provided a useful opportunity to introduce the range to more local customers. McCormick commercial manager Johnny Newton said the appointment made sense because both companies are family businesses. “We are a family company. They are a family company,” he said.

He added that McCormick had been looking to strengthen representation in the area, and the initial discussions with Ibbetts moved quickly.

Ibbetts as a long-established and highly capable dealer. “They’re probably, for me, one of the best all-round dealerships,” she said. Stihl used the event to show a broad range of petrol and battery equipment, including domestic, commercial and professional machines. KerryAnn said battery equipment is becoming increasingly important, especially for local authorities and commercial users working towards lower-emission targets. “The change from petrol to battery is rolling very, very fast,” she said.

However, she stressed that Stihl remains committed to petrol models where customers still need or prefer them.

Portek’s eastern area sales manager Jake Meakins said Ibbetts’ broad customer base makes it a strong t for products that sell into farming, gardening, and general rural retail.

Unimog still strong

Ibbetts has worked with the Mercedes-Benz vehicle since 1970, and a demonstration ride in a Unimog U435 gave visitors a closer look at one of the machines on display. This provided the opportunity to see its o -road capabilities.

The use of the MercedesBenz Unimog is not only limited to the agricultural customer,

The McCormick stand included a range of machines, running from an X5.085 up to a X8.631, with a mix of dealer machines and manufacturer demonstrators. “The uptake has been fantastic,” Johnny said. “The demonstrator tractor has been absolutely everywhere and we’ve had some fantastic feedback.

Tim Ibbetts said: “We are excited by the opportunity that having McCormick on board will bring us.”

He said dealers with that kind of mixed customer base often perform well because they are not limited to one narrow market. “They’re much more diversi ed,” he said. “They take a bigger range of products.”

Long-term relevance

It is also likely one reason Ibbetts has remained relevant for so long. The business has not depended on one product, one sector or one type of customer.

Groundcare catered for

Alongside the larger machinery, several longstanding suppliers supported the open day. Stihl was one of them, with Stihl’s area sales manager KerryAnn Danneker describing

The 175th anniversary event showed a dealer that is still rooted in local relationships, but also continuing to adapt. The McCormick franchise gives the business a new agricultural chapter, Unimog remains a specialist strength, and longstanding brands such as Stihl and Portek continue to support the local community.

Ibbetts is still family-run, still local and still broad enough to serve a wide range of rural needs. After 175 years, that combination seems to remain its strongest selling point. FG

David Felce, local farmer, said he appreciated Ibbetts’ ‘old-school’

The use of the Mercedes-

opportunity that having McCormick on approach.

Both Ibbetts and McCormick are optimistic regarding the future success of the relationship. McCormick’s commercial manager Johnny Newton was pleased with the new partnership.

Young dealer takes next step with TAFE franchise

When Farmers Guide rst visited Tom Wisson-Burton, he was just 17 with a small machinery yard, an already impressive reputation, and a business that was beginning to outgrow its early beginnings. Machinery reporter Daniel Hodge recently went back to see how things were progressing.

Tom is still only 19, but the business has moved forward considerably. Based on the family farm in Cambridgeshire, WB Machinery has grown from a small stock of lower-value used kit into a much broader machinery business, with new franchises, higher-value tractors and a recently appointed Tafe tractor franchise.

For Tom, the machinery trade started long before the business had a name. Growing up on the mixed family farm, which now runs to just over 3,000 acres with around 1,000 head of cattle, he was surrounded by tractors, implements and the day-to-day reality of using machinery properly.

Early beginnings

Even while still at school, he was watching sales online and buying machinery during lessons –showing the entrepreneurial spirit was there from an early age. “I started doing it when I was about 12,” he said. “I started small, with £500 from my grandpa. I used to always go to auctions with my grandpa, and I started buying tractor parts from auctions, turning them over and selling them on.”

The di erence since our rst visit is clear. Tom said that when we last came to see him, the business occupied a much smaller area of the yard, with around 20 machines in stock and one tractor. At the time, much of the stock was lower-value machinery, often worth around £500 to £1,000.

Now, the yard carries a wider mix of new and used machinery, with tractors worth more than £20,000, second-hand implements, trade-ins and new product lines including Winton, Oxdale, LWC and Tafe.

One of the biggest steps came with Winton Machinery. Tom started with the brand in May last year and went on to become Winton Dealer of the Year for 2025. For a business that had previously been built largely around used machinery, that represents a signi cant milestone.

Knowledge and confidence count

Despite the growth, Tom said the fundamentals remain the same. Customers need con dence, and in machinery sales that means knowing the machine, understanding the job and standing behind what is sold. He accepts that his age can still make some people cautious, but believes enthusiasm and product knowledge have helped him stand out.

“People are buying o con dence,” he said. “If you’re trying to sell a machine that you haven’t used and you don’t know the ins and outs of, they can spot that a mile away.”

Tom recognises how important reputation is to the business, and said he would rather take a machine back than have a customer speak badly of him. “The name for the business is more important than anything,” he said. “If I sell a machine and it develops a fault, I’ll take that straight back, because

I’d rather compromise than have someone say a bad word about myself.”

With farmers under pressure and buyers more cautious, he has shifted towards practical, lowervalue machinery that customers can justify more easily. That includes used tractors, ail mowers, toppers, hedge cutters, trailers and attachments, alongside new machinery from his franchise lines. “I was always aiming for the bigger agricultural equipment,” he said. “But recently, with the government’s attitude to our industry, they’ve made it such a challenge for farmers.”

WB Machinery takes on Tafe

The Tafe opportunity came after Tom’s success with compatible implement sales. He said the UK importers for Tafe (Comvex Agri) approached him, and after discussions he visited to see the tractors for himself.

“I visited their base in Sunderland with the truck and trailer and brought two back with me,” he said. “I sold both the ones I brought back, pretty much on the drive home, so I had another three delivered right away.”

Nigel Wilson, director at Comvex Agri alongside managing director Darren Ord, said Tom came onto the company’s radar as it looked to build the dealer network for the Tafe European tractor range.

He said there was “a real opening and an opportunity” in Tom’s area, while the implements already being sold by WB Machinery matched well with Tafe tractors. Having seen Tom’s work on social media, Nigel said there was “a real synergy” between the businesses.

“Witnessing his enthusiasm and his success, I thought he has to be the man for us,” Nigel said. Although Tom’s age was initially a surprise, he added that it was encouraging, pointing to his fresh outlook, modern marketing and product knowledge. Comvex Agri will support the franchise with parts, product training and service backup. FG

 WB machinery holds a wide range of stock, with Winton Machinery implements featuring heavily.

Tom with Nigel Wilson of Comvex Agri as WB Machinery collects its rst Tafe tractors.

FarmersAid app to support safety

Following the recent tragic news that seven farmers lost their lives in just seven weeks, RABI has launched FarmersAid, a free app designed to support individuals in the critical moments after a serious on-farm accident.

RABI said its team created the app with the challenge in mind that agriculture remains the UK’s deadliest industry.

While those working in agriculture make up just 1% of the nation’s workforce, they account for approximately 20% of all workrelated fatalities.

Farm work often happens in remote locations and is frequently carried out alone. This can mean emergency services take longer to arrive, increasing the danger when a serious accident occurs.

While FarmersAid does not

replace calling 999 or professional medical care, it provides clear, step-by-step guidance to help users stay calm, take practical immediate action and respond e ectively while waiting for emergency services. The FarmersAid app is built around the ‘Platinum 10’ minutes – a critical window where prompt action directly in uences survival outcomes. In scenarios such as severe bleeding, intervention within just 60–90 seconds can be the di erence between life and death.

Developed with experts in rural emergency medicine, FarmersAid turns complex clinical guidance into simple, step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow in an emergency, RABI said.

The FarmersAid app is available to download for free via the App Store and Google Play now. FG

Do you need more than just a LOLER?

New lifting equipment comes with a Declaration of Conformity, a guarantee that the machine is in safe working order. After a year (or six months if the machine is used for lifting people) the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) require that an inspection be undertaken by a competent person.

noti cation when your equipment is due for reinspection.

Wessex Engineering inspection sta are trained by the British Agricultural & Garden Machine Association. The company considers it due diligence on its part that all machinery inspectors complete training from this third-party organisation. As well as issuing your Lifting Equipment Testing Certi cate, Wessex Engineering can provide guidance, ensure employees can operate lifting machines safely and e ectively, and provide a prompt

Certain machines will require more than one type of inspection. Farmers using a telehandler, for example, will need a LOLER to ensure all the lifting gear is safely maintained and a Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) inspection for other elements. Wessex Engineering provides these inspections in a single visit minimising disruption to your normal activities. These services are available throughout England and Wales. For more information or to book a LOLER, PUWER or combined inspection of your machinery, head to https:// wessexinspections.co.uk. FG

Harvest season sees 56% more crashes with agricultural vehicles

Recent data from NFU Mutual shows that collisions between agricultural vehicles and third parties were 56% more likely to occur between the start of May and the end of September 2025 than in any other months.

On average, there were 391 of these collisions per month during the silage cutting, hay making, and harvesting season compared to 251 per month between January and April and October and December. Many of the day trippers and holiday makers in the countryside

this summer may not be used to using rural roads or navigating agricultural vehicles, which can further increase the risk of collisions.

Andrew Chalk, rural road safety specialist at NFU Mutual, said: “The fact that harvesting needs to be done in good weather creates a perfect storm when it comes to road safety, with the summer seeing farmers and holidaymakers and day trippers rush to make the most of the sun [...] so it’s vital that everybody does what they can to keep our rural roads safe this summer.”

Calling on all road users to do their bit to keep countryside roads safe, Andrew added:

“Agricultural machinery is larger, wider and slower than other vehicles, which can tempt road users to overtake, but it’s vital to overtake only when it’s safe to do so – when you can see a clear road ahead, there are no eld openings, and you have space to pass. Many rural roads won’t have long open stretches, so farmers and contractors should remember to pull over, if possible, to allow built-up tra c to pass.

“Where it isn’t possible to allow tra c to pass, motorists and cyclists should remember they are likely driving only a few miles or to the next eld opening, so be patient, give agricultural vehicles room to turn and don’t drive too closely to them. Further tips from NFU Mutual to farmers include:

• Ensure all equipment is road worthy and pay particular care to things like trailers which may not have been used for months. Check brakes and indicators and make sure you have re ectors and a beacon for your vehicle. Use the Tilly Checklist to inspect your trailer

• Be aware of vulnerable road users or hidden junctions, making contractors aware of these junctions and commonly-used walking, cycling and riding routes

• If your agricultural vehicles leave mud in the road, remember to clean it up

• When turning, indicate in plenty of time and check more than once for road users on your inside

• Be respectful to fellow road users, but only allow them to pass when it is safe to pull over. FG

Gates developed for rural properties

Electric gates are one of the most e ective investments a farmer can make to enhance the security, privacy and value of a property. For rural and o -grid locations, choosing the right system requires specialist expertise.

First established in 2000, Wellington Security Products supplies EstateGuard Gates, a range of security gates speci cally designed for farms, estates, country homes and remote properties. Engineered for reliable operation in challenging environments, including locations without access to mains electricity, these gates provide a practical and dependable security solution, the company claims.

The UK-manufactured gates

supplied and installed by Wellington conform to the highest industry standards for automation, including CE compliant safety standards.

Solar powered batteries can be attached to the gates bringing the bene ts of automation to locations where it is impossible to connect to the grid.

As electric gate systems combine automation, access control, safety devices and power management, professional design and installation are essential. With more than two decades of experience, Wellington Security Products says it delivers tailored gate solutions built to meet the unique requirements of rural and o -grid properties. FG

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SPOTLIGHT ON: PIG ENTERPRISE CAN OFFER STABILITY IN UNCERTAIN TIMES

In an ever-changing and unstable farming landscape, North Farm Livestock says its pigs o er stability and optimism to farming businesses.

One of North Farm Livestock’s managing directors, Todd Baker, shared a stark comment from a landowner he spoke to recently: “We’ll be excited to see the pigs. I think without them, that eld would have just been left fallow this year. Input costs are through the roof and, even when I was drilling something on there, I’d be worried it’s a loss maker already.”

Todd said: “This really stuck with me, and sadly, this was not an anomalous conversation.” As many farmers will be well aware, the pressure for farming businesses to diversify income streams has been incrementally building for a number of years but, combined with this year’s weather and geopolitics, 2026 ironically feels like a perfect storm.

commitments such as solar to provide a secure future for their farm.

Reliable income

North Farm Livestock explains that for many of its farming partners, free-range pigs are a salve in a time of such rapid and unpredictable change. While the rental payments provide a consistent and reliable income stream, the pigs also provide nutrients for the elds they’re on and muck to spread elsewhere on the farm. Todd notes the long-term contract within the company’s supply chain allows for each to be factored into long-term planning for the farmers and landowners they work with.

leading free-range pork producer. “We say this on two accounts,” explains Todd. “Firstly, we produce more free-range pigs than any other pig producer in the UK and secondly, we have been recognised by the industry for what we do.” Last November, North Farm Livestock won multiple awards at the National Pig Awards. After one of its long-serving stock team, Eddie Clarke, won Stockperson of the Year, the business was awarded both Outdoor Producer of the Year and the overall gong for Producer of the Year. The judging panel described North Farm Livestock as “an outstanding pig business that exempli ed so much that is positive about the British pig industry”.

Many farmers will have their heads in their hands when they read panicked predictions of food shortages and food in ation from politicians and commentators, Todd noted. Whilst the government has long expressed an understanding of the importance of domestic food security – there is often a lack of meaningful action. It is therefore understandable and unsurprising that farmers who want to produce food for the nation are turning instead towards long-term

Since the start of 2025, North Farm Livestock’s operation has grown signi cantly. Led by the Baker family – brothers Michael and Ian, alongside their respective sons, Matthew and Todd – the business has partnered with landowners all over the Eastern region to introduce free-range pigs into the rotation. This growth is to support a commitment made last year by Waitrose to transition all their own-label pork to a free-range supply chain by the end of 2027.

“Waitrose have been the market-leader in animal welfare for many years,” says Todd, “but this commitment makes them the only retailer in the UK to source all their own-label pork from free-range farms. It’s a massive statement of intent and one we’re proud to support them with.”

Award-winning

The business brands itself as the UK’s

The business has long prided itself on its animal welfare standards but has been working with Waitrose for the past two years as part of the retailer’s ‘Farming for Nature’ programme. “Waitrose are determined to have their food produced in the right way,” says Todd. “And ensuring that the production model bene ts the land on which we farm, and the environment we farm in, is important to them.”

Todd says North Farm Livestock is determined to engage positively and proactively with the communities in which it farms. He notes the increasing gulf between food producers and consumers in Britain, due to growing urbanisation.

Open to talking

This year North Farm Livestock is sponsoring both the Royal Norfolk Show and Aylsham Show, and is also o ering opportunities for work experience and apprenticeships. The future of the business is built on continued high production standards, and continuing to improve its sustainable practices.

Todd concludes: “We are always open to talking to people who are interested in integrating our pigs into their rotation. We are all about forging long-term partnerships with landowners and making sure we add value to their land and their business.” FG

• Increased disease challenges due to poorer immune function

• Poor coat condition and loss of hair pigmentation

BIMEDA: COSECURE BOLUSES

Farmers Guide spoke to animal health company Bimeda to nd out more about its Cosecure boluses and how they support livestock throughout the grazing season.

What trace elements do Cosecure boluses provide?

A. The trace elements provided by Cosecure and Coseicure are re ected by the atomic symbols in the product name – Co for cobalt, Se for selenium, I for iodine and Cu for copper. These are the four essential trace elements of which a de ciency can commonly occur in sheep and cattle.

What are the USPs of this range?

• Cosecure is the only multiple trace element bolus manufactured using revolutionary soluble glass technology

• Cosecure Cattle is the UK's only multiple trace element bolus proven to improve fertility and productivity in cattle¹

• Cosecure is the UK's only multiple trace element bolus range to include a product licensed as a Prescription Only Medicine (POM-VPS)

• Cosecure contains unique rumen-available ionic copper and ionic cobalt, providing a reliable source of these essential trace elements

• More than 40 years of scienti c research, eld data and farmer testimonials support the range

• Manufactured in the UK using a technology that delivers a predictable and consistent daily release of trace elements.

How do Cosecure boluses work?

A. Cosecure boluses are manufactured from phosphate glass, a unique material which has a highly predictable and consistent solubility pro le. Once administered, the bolus remains in the rumen where it slowly dissolves over time. As the bolus gets smaller, it releases a measured amount of trace elements every day, providing livestock with a consistent supply for months. With Cosecure, there is no casing or residue left behind once the bolus has dissolved.

What are the most likely trace element deficiencies right now?

A. At this time of year, the most common trace element de ciencies in grazing cattle and sheep are copper, selenium, cobalt and iodine. Several factors can contribute to de ciencies:

• Rapidly growing grass can contain lower concentrations of key trace elements

• Minerals may be present in forage but unavailable to the animal due to antagonists such as iron, molybdenum and sulphur

• Increased demands during growth, breeding and lactation can quickly deplete body reserves

• Wetter conditions and certain soil types can further increase de ciency risk.

What are the financial impacts of deficiencies?

A. Trace element de ciencies can have a signi cant nancial impact.

Often de ciencies present what is known as the "iceberg e ect" – the visible signs are only a small part of the overall problem, while the biggest losses occur unseen through reduced productivity and performance. Common signs can include:

Sheep

• Reduced growth rates, lower weaning weights

• Poor body condition despite adequate nutrition

• Reduced fertility and conception rates

• Increased barren ewes

• Lower lambing percentages

• Weak lambs at birth and reduced lamb vigour

• Increased lamb mortality

• Reduced milk production in ewes

• Increased susceptibility to disease and parasitism

• Poor eece growth and wool quality.

Cattle

• Reduced daily liveweight gain

• Poor feed conversion e ciency

• Reduced fertility and conception rates

• Delayed puberty in heifers

• Extended calving intervals

• Increased early embryonic loss

• Weak calves and reduced calf vigour

• Reduced milk yield

• Increased incidence of retained placentas

Many of these losses can go unnoticed because they develop gradually. However, the nancial consequences quickly add up.

A single lost pregnancy can cost approximately £120 per ewe and £400–£800 per cow, before accounting for the wider impact on ock and herd performance.

What are the advantages of boluses over other

methods of administration

A. Cosecure boluses provide a known and consistent daily supply of trace elements for up to six months in cattle and eight months in sheep. Dedicated formulations are also available for calves and lambs.

One of the biggest advantages of bolusing with Cosecure is certainty. Once the bolus has been administered correctly, farmers can be con dent that every animal receives the intended level of supplementation every day.

With lick buckets and free-access supplements, intake can vary dramatically between animals, making it di cult to ensure the whole group is adequately supplemented.

Drenches can be e ective but often provide only a short-term boost. Certain trace elements, such as cobalt, cannot be stored e ectively by ruminants, meaning much of the supplemented mineral is quickly excreted.

Injectable trace elements can also provide a short-term solution but often bypass the animal's normal absorption mechanisms. This can increase the risk of toxicity and may result in short-term spikes rather than a steady, controlled supply of minerals.

Can you give us some background on Bimeda?

A. Bimeda is a privately owned animal health company with a long-standing commitment to supporting livestock farmers. The company established its UK operation in the 1970s, making the UK Bimeda's rst venture outside Ireland.

Now, Bimeda UK supplies a wide range of livestock health products, including antiparasitics, antibiotics and hormones for cattle and sheep. Well-known brands include Gold Fleece Sheep Dip, Bimectin, Endo uke, Endospec, Moxisolv and Bimacox.

To nd out more about Cosecure boluses visit www.bimedanutrition.com. Cosecure boluses are available from your vet or local animal health supplier. FG

REFERENCES AND GUIDANCE:

Trace elements should only be supplied where a need for supplementation has been identi ed, always consult a veterinarian, nutritionist or animal health advisor.

1* Mackenzie, A.M., Moeini, M.M. and Telfer, S.B., 2001. The e ect of a copper, cobalt and selenium bolus on fertility and trace element status of dairy cattle. BSAP Occasional Publication, 26 (2), pp.423-427.

Cosecure Cattle is a POM-VPS medicine containing cobalt, selenium, and copper. It is licensed for prevention and treatment of copper and selenium de ciencies and for improvement of cobalt supply. For further information see the SPC available on the VMD website. Advice should be sought from the prescriber. Prescription decisions are for the person issuing the prescription alone. This promotion is only intended for farmers in England, Scotland and Wales. Date prepared: June 2026. Use medicines responsibly. Noah.co.uk/responsible.

Final countdown to NSA Sheep Event

The agship NSA Sheep Event returns this summer on 28th July at its usual home of the Three Counties Showground, Worcestershire. It will feature its usual array of seminars, interactive workshops, and more than 250 trade and breed society stands.

Features not to be missed at the event include the everpopular cookery theatre, sheepdog demonstrations and competitions including the nal of the NSA Next Generation Shepherd of the Year contest. You can also sign up to join the pre-event farm tours on Monday 27th July, in conjunction with Field Farm Tours, and the NSA Sheep Event Dinner on Monday evening.

The National Young Stars

competition will return for the rst time since 2019 – entries are now open for young sheep enthusiasts.

This year’s charity partner is the Farming Community Network, which will host an open and honest chat, and free blood tests to assist with prostate cancer diagnosis.

NSA members enter NSA Sheep Event for free on presentation of a current membership card. Tickets for non-members are available to buy online at an early bird rate. Under 16s can enter for free.

Date: 28th July 2026

Location: Three Counties Showground, Malvern WR13 6NW

Tickets: Visit www.sheepevent. org.uk for discounted tickets. FG

Suzuki ATVs at NSA Sheep Event 2026

Suzuki GB will be attending the NSA Sheep Event 2026 on Tuesday 28th July, showcasing its range of KingQuad models on stand 174 at Three Counties Showground, Malvern.

The agship event of the National Sheep Association brings together sheep farmers, breed societies, commercial companies and industry organisations for a one-day showcase of products, advice, demonstrations and practical insight for the sheep sector.

Suzuki’s KingQuad ATVs are well suited to the demands of sheep farming, providing reliable, capable and easy-to-use transport for everyday tasks including shepherding, fencing, feeding, checking livestock and accessing remote ground.

Each of their KingQuads combines a strong and e cient engine with independent suspension, 4-wheel drive and, for XP and XPZ models, electric power steering, helping riders work con dently across

challenging terrain.

Suzuki is proud to be chosen by sheep farmers across the country, including ambassador Joyce Bannerman Campbell, who runs Armadale Farm with her husband Ian on the rugged north coast of Scotland.

Joyce said, “These are the only machines we use every day on our farm. From shepherding and cattle feeding to fencing and repairs, the ATVs handle it all.”

Visitors to the NSA Sheep Event 2026 can meet Suzuki GB on stand 174 to learn more about their ATV range. Visit: https://atv.suzuki. co.uk for more information. FG

SUZUKI KINGQUAD THE BEST IN ITS FIELD

to Suzuki at the NSA Sheep Event or explore the range at atv.suzuki.co.uk

45ft

• 5 active ingredients for fast action

• Suitable for walk through or stand-in footbathing

• Effective for up to 8000 sheep per 20 litre

• Independent study shows 65% of feet problems improved after 1 pass at 2%

Use regularly for best results and as part of lameness prevention plan

MANAGING SHEEP LAMENESS

Infectious sheep lameness is a signi cant issue in Great Britain, with studies indicating that within- ock prevalence often exceeds recommended targets. Provita o ers some advice.

spreads fast, and can lead to total hoof loss if not caught early.

Research highlights that multiple infectious conditions are common, with footrot being widespread and contagious ovine digital dermatitis (CODD) present on a signi cant number of farms.

As an industry, the conversation should go beyond ‘ re ghting’ clinical cases and toward a robust, evidence-based ock health plan. A lame ewe loses body condition, leading to lower colostrum quality and reduced milk yield. For the lamb, this translates to lower daily liveweight gains (DLWG) and a longer, more expensive path to market.

Many ocks report higher rates during the spring and early summer period which are largely driven by environmental conditions that favour the bacteria responsible for these conditions.

Scald

Scald (Ovine Interdigital Dermatitis) is most common in late spring and early summer. The combination of warm, moist, and wet conditions (often associated with lush grass) allows the bacteria Fusobacterium necrophorum to thrive and spread. It is highly prevalent in lambs during these seasons.

CODD

While CODD can occur year-round, its prevalence often increases in late summer and early autumn, following the peak in environmental moisture that drives initial scald infections. CODD is highly associated with previous footrot/scald infection, making the high-scald period of spring a ‘risk factor’ for later CODD outbreaks.

Treatment protocol

Precision in diagnosis is key to selecting the right treatment protocol:

• Scald: Look for in ammation, blanching, or a moist, ‘slimy’ appearance between the claws. Crucially, there is usually no foul smell and no lifting of the horn

• Footrot: This is the big one –highly infectious and identi ed by the characteristic ‘rotting’ smell. The infection causes the hoof horn to under-run, starting from the axial wall

• CODD: Often starts at the coronary band rather than the interdigital space. It’s aggressive,

Shift away from legacy chemicals

For decades, the ‘default’ advice was to reach for formalin or copper sulphate. However, we need to be aware of the drawbacks:

• Formalin is a known carcinogen. Chronic inhalation is a serious health risk for the farmer. Furthermore, over-use can make the hoof so brittle that it cracks, creating new sites for infection

• Copper sulphate is environmentally toxic and toxic to sheep if ingested. With increasing scrutiny on sustainable and ‘green’ farming, many producers are looking for sustainable alternatives. It is not currently an approved biocide.

Provita Hoofsure

Hoofsure Endurance from Provita is a proven and safe footbath solution. Rather than relying on harsh aldehydes or heavy metals, it is a proprietary blend of organic acids, essential oils, and wetting agents. It is a cost-e ective solution designed to work in dirty conditions with a 20-litre drum e ective for up to 8,000 sheep passes. An independent study found 65% of sheep feet improved after one pass at 2% dilution.

The science here is about contact time and penetration. Provita solutions contain advanced wetting agents. In a farm environment, feet are rarely clean. These wetting agents allow the antibacterial components to break through the bio lm and organic matter on the hoof, ensuring the active ingredients actually reach the infected tissue.

Dr. John Moore, a pedigree Texel sheep farmer, uses Combat on young lambs and comments: “For e ective management of scald, I use Provita Combat every spring. A quick spray is all it takes.”

Meanwhile, a sheep farmer in Worcestershire who had a bad outbreak of scald and foot rot in some ewe lambs out at grass, said: “The ewe lamb with the horri c foot is a lot better today after using Combat and is putting pressure on her foot!”

Chris Crowthers, Oldham, has 2,500 pure Lonk and 500 Lonk crossbreed sheep. He said: “I have

used Provita products for many years including their Hoofsure range. My protocol is to footbath 1,000 sheep every other week with Hoofsure Endurance 2%. I nd that the sheep go through the solution much easier than formalin and that there are fewer cases of scald. Furthermore, Hoofsure Endurance is safer and easier to use.”

Biofilms

One of the problems in dealing with infections is the formation of a protective bio lm by bacteria. This slime type of membrane acts as a defensive shield against agents, such as antiseptics, disinfectants and antibiotics, and this preformed bio lm requires many times the normal MIC for traditional antimicrobials to be e ective.

Tea tree oil (present in Hoofsure Endurance) has been shown to be destructive to bio lm formation and can therefore help the resolution of lesions seen under eld conditions.

Farmers should plan an integrated strategy:

• Prophylactic foot-bathing: Encourage the use of footbathing as a routine measure – not just when you see a limp. It keeps the bacterial load down in the ock

• Targeted topical treatment: For the ‘hospital pen’, recommend topical applications such as

Konquest Gel or Combat Spray. These are easy to apply accurately to individual sheep

• Culling and vaccination: Chronic carriers should be culled to protect the rest of the ock. If footrot is endemic, consider the role of the footrot vaccine as part of a wider veterinary-led health plan.

For more information, contact Provita directly. FG

CODD in sheep.

Footrot in sheep.

Practical advice to avoid HEAT STRESS

Heat stress can occur when the temperature-humidity index (THI) reaches 68, which can happen at temperatures as low as 20ºC. If THI climbs above 72, milk yield can drop, and health and fertility may be impacted. Sarah Bolt, Kingshay technical knowledge exchange manager, o ers key advice.

Building ventilation: Ideally there should be a complete change of air every six minutes. Simple

• Roof insulation reduces solar penetration – ideal for collecting yards and parlours

• Providing shade indoors and outdoors – 4.5m per cow for adult cattle. Outside this can be from trees or plastic netting (polypropylene fabric providing 80% shade) over a structure. If no shade is available consider keeping the cows inside during the day and out to graze by night

skin; udders should be kept dry. Shower head nozzles are very e ective on parlour exits.

Water provision: As temperatures rise, water requirements for a 35-litre cow increase to 145 litres/day. Cows must have a minimum trough space of 10cm/cow, providing enough space for at least 10% of the herd to drink at once.

CoolCow

modi cations could include:

• Removing alternate boards from shed walls, opening roof ridges and changing doors for gates

but avoid using in daylight and

• Painting roof lights with white greenhouse paint to reduce direct sunlight especially on south facing roofs

• Fans are e ective, particularly when combined with good building ventilation design. Water systems: Water systems can be used to cool the cows directly and increase evaporation, especially when used in conjunction with fans. Mist systems work well on feeding and loa ng areas but avoid using in daylight and poorly ventilated areas as this will increase humidity and pneumonia risk. Sprinklers work well at the feed trough, parlour exit, collecting yards or loa ng areas. Wet the cows for 1–2 minutes every 15 minutes. Cows’ backs should be wet to the

Trough volume must provide at least 25% of the herd’s daily requirement and re ll within one hour. Position water troughs in shaded areas less than 150m away, where cows are known to cluster. Near the parlour exit is a good position, as cows drink up to 60% of their daily requirements after milking. Ration modi cation: Options to maintain DMIs include feeding high-quality, palatable forages little and often (ideally in a TMR). You can also increase whole-crop silage to increase ration pH; add water to dry rations (target 50% DM); and avoid secondary fermentation in the clamp.

Other tips include: adding a rumen bu er or yeast culture, providing shade over feed troughs, pushing up the ration regularly, feeding at night and removing old feed daily. FG

Sarah Bolt, Kingshay technical knowledge exchange manager.

SHOW REVIEW

Many farmers across the UK are paying hundreds or even thousands of pounds each year just to have their agricultural waste removed. BUT a large proportion of that waste has genuine commercial value if it is properly processed and prepared for recycling… Introducing the Ram Pack range of waste balers from Mardon Recycling Machinery

James Peck at P.X. Farms in Cambridgeshire was spending £15,000 a year on skip collections across 12,000 acres. Since installing a Mardon RamPack Semi-Automatic Baler, that figure has dropped to under £5,000, a saving of £10,000 annually. He financed the baler, and the rebate income covers the repayments. The equipment essentially pays for itself.

Wrights Agriculture, one of the UK’s leading arable contract farming specialists based in Melton Mowbray, has seen similar results. Waste volumes on site have reduced significantly, yard space has been freed up, and their waste management operation is now far more streamlined and efficient.

These are not exceptional cases. They are what happens when a farm puts the right equipment in place

This year’s event was always going to attract extra attention. Held at Diddly Squat Farm, it brought with it the inevitable “Clarkson e ect”, with several exhibitors saying the setting had in uenced their decision to return, in some cases after years away from Cereals. With more than 650 exhibitors on site, there was certainly a sense that the event had pulled in businesses that might otherwise have stayed away.

However, once the show opened, the celebrity pull largely moved into the background, with plenty of serious conversations taking place around seed varieties, drills, sprayers, spreaders, cultivation equipment, tyres, seating, parts, ATVs, handling equipment and emerging digital systems.

Being further west than Cereals has been for almost 50 years gave some exhibitors access to customers they might not typically see at the more familiar eastern venues. Several reported visitors from the south west, Wales, Ireland and further a eld, while others noted international interest.

Positive mood

The rst day was stronger than the second, and while that is not unusual for Cereals, this year the di erence was exacerbated by adverse weather on day two, with persistent rain and increasingly muddy conditions.

Despite the weather, the overall mood from machinery exhibitors was generally positive. Many reported good footfall and worthwhile conversations. Some also pointed out that di cult weather can act as an unintentional lter: casual visitors may stay away, but those who are serious about doing business still tend to turn up.

The commercial picture was mixed, with smaller, lower-ticket products reporting that visits translated more readily into stand sales, with several exhibitors reporting orders or strong sales activity around accessories, parts, seats, front weights, handling aids and other practical items. Larger machinery manufacturers were more likely to describe the show in terms of progressing existing enquiries, meeting customers face-to-face, or booking demonstrations.

That re ects the modern reality of agricultural shows. Few farmers now walk onto a stand and casually commit to a major purchase. More often, the show becomes one stage in a longer buying process: a chance to compare machines, ask detailed questions, understand nance or grant implications, check whether an existing tractor will run a new implement, or decide whether a demonstration is worth arranging.

Problem-solving

Another strong theme at Cereals this year was technology, which, farmers are still interested in, but need it to solve a clear problem. Precision placement, AI-enabled spraying, drone surveying and in-cab electronic adjustment all attracted attention, but so did refurbishment, spare parts, lower-cost speci cations and equipment designed to make existing machinery work harder.

On the whole, Cereals 2026 did not suggest a market suddenly brimming with con dence. Instead, manufacturers are adapting their o ers, farmers are asking sharper questions, and there were strong signs of a sector still willing to invest where the case is practical, credible and clearly explained. FG

CEREALS 2026 REVIEW

From AI spot spraying and drone-based crop analysis to Cereals staples including new tractors, drills, and cultivation kit, Cereals 2026 o ered a snapshot of where the arable sector nds itself in 2026: technically ambitious but commercially cautious. Farmers Guide was there, with boots on the ground.

Despite the clear celebrity draw, the media element took a backseat to genuine business.

Crop trial plots remain a major attraction at Cereals.

CEREALS REVIEW

Adama showcases new modes of action

New crop protection modes of action (MOA) are few and far between and so Adama’s Jonny Oosthuizen and David Gri ths were understandably keen to share news of Gilboa – a top-performing novel fungicide active for use in winter wheat.

Gilboa is the brand name for umetylsulforim, a brand-new Fungicide Resistance Action Committee (FRAC) Group 32 mode of action in cereals with the proposed classi cation DNA/ RNA Synthesis. Nucleic acid metabolism is a biochemical pathway which has to date never been utilised in cereal fungicides, representing a signi cant breakthrough for the manufacturer.

UK campaign and portfolio manager for cereals, Jonny Oosthuizen, explained why diversity in fungicide options is important: “Septoria fungicide performance changes over time as pathogens adapt and resistance develops, reducing the e cacy of many existing chemistry groups. Gilboa introduces a new mode of action designed to help maintain strong disease control in the future, supporting more resilient fungicide programmes,” he said.

Gilboa is currently progressing through the regulatory process and subject to approval by the Chemicals Regulation Directorate (CRD), which is hoped for by the end of this year, Gilboa will be available for use in the UK in 2027, with registration in Europe expected to follow in 2029.

The new fungicide will be positioned for use at the key T1 and T2 winter wheat fungicide timings to provide long-lasting preventative and curative activity against septoria. According to Adama, Gilboa’s ‘advanced leaf movement’, enables it to get to where disease is developing. Strong translaminar and systemic movement within the leaf, with a rare combination of xylem and phloem movement, deliver consistent protection up and down the leaf, explained Adama UK technical manager David Gri ths.

Formulated as an OD (oil dispersion), Gilboa has been at applied at rates of 0.4-litres/ha

(higher rate) and 0.3-litres/ha (lower rate) in development trials.

“This year’s trials are going to give us a lot more information on rates, but the fact that it’s such a low inclusion rate means a lot less plastic, a lot less handling, and a lot less chemical applied,” said David.

“Gilboa is an incredibly exciting and important new fungicide for the industry. To be able to develop and bring to market a new mode of action that is performing on a level with market leaders really proves Adama’s commitment to UK arable farming. We’re privileged to be leading the next generation of fungicides,” added Jonny.

Fast-acting slug pellet

Continuing with the new active substance theme, Adama was also showcasing Ferrabait, a new, fastacting slug pellet based on the novel molluscicide active ingredient, Feralla.

“We got a brand-new active substance in the slug pellet arena and we’re moving the market forwards in terms of performance versus ferric phosphate. We’re not able to say that we’re back where we used to be with metaldehyde, but we’re closing the gap,” said Adama global product manager, Phillippa Overson.

Approved for use on all cereal, vegetable, grass ley and high value broad- eld crops, Ferrabait contain a proprietary formulation of 12 ingredients including 1% w/w Feralla (10.2g/ kg elemental iron) which is toxic to slugs and causes rapid cessation of feeding. The new pellets also contain a blend of high-quality wheat ours which ensure optimum pellet palatability, and humic acid which stimulates rapid feeding.

According to Adama, Ferrabait’s enhanced attraction and palatability quickly stop slugs feeding, resulting in a 90% reduction in damage within three days.

An 8kg/ha dose rate, in addition to the standard rates, provides good exibility in use.

“We’ve got a really exible label. Slug pellets tend to be applied at 5kg/ha or 7kg/ha, and you can do that with Ferrabait but we also have an 8kg/ha rate which, if you’re looking at intense pressure in a very vulnerable crop, gives you the

option to apply a higher rate,” said Phillippa.

Ferrabait pellets are manufactured to tight processing speci cations to ensure each pellet is of a uniform size, shape, weight, consistency and colour.

“At 2.5mm by 2.1mm, Ferrabait pellets spread accurately to wide operating widths and provide the optimal number of baiting points at 40–50 pellets/m2 when applied at typical eld rates,” said Catherine Whaley, product development area manager for Adama in Central and North Europe.”

“The critical thing with the baiting points is that you want su cient baiting points to ensure a slug can easily encounter a pellet and large enough pellets to ensure you don’t need more than one pellet to kill a slug. We have data to demonstrate that it takes around half a Ferrabait pellet to kill a slug,” she added.

Up to six applications of Ferrabait can be made per year. Guidance on applicator calibration is available via the Ferrabait spreader guide at www.adama.com/uk/en/ferrabait-spreader-guide

New varieties for new opportunities at KWS

Acknowledging the ongoing pressures weighing down on arable farm businesses, the message from KWS was that greater choice across crops and varieties is creating new opportunities for growers to manage risk and build more resilient businesses.

KWS head of product management and agroservice, Kate Cobbold, said: “Despite the pressures facing the industry, there are genuine reasons for optimism. Growers today have access to some of the strongest genetics we’ve ever seen, alongside a broader range of cropping options and routes to market.

“Higher yields remain important, but genetic gain is also delivering improvements in disease resistance, input-use e ciency and overall crop resilience.”

While wheat will remain the foundation of most arable businesses, KWS believes greater diversity within rotations will play an increasingly

(l-r) Catherine Whaley and Phillippa Overson of Adama.

David Gri ths (left) and Jonny Oosthuizen of Adama at the Cereals Event.

important role in helping growers spread risk, improve resilience and respond to changing market conditions.

Oilseed rape was one example, said Rory Hannam, KWS product manager for oats, oilseed rape, peas and rye. Favourable establishment conditions and lower cabbage stem ea beetle pressure last autumn have led to a resurgence in the oilseed rape area in the UK, he said.

OSR was set to be the crop of the year for the second year running, with most crops looking “fantastic” and producing large, well- lled pods that indicated strong yield potential, while higher crop prices further boosted prospects.

“After several di cult seasons, last year reminded many growers of the value oilseed rape can bring to a rotation when conditions are right,” he said.

How new high-yielding KWS varieties fit on-farm

With a big wheat area, having a mix of varieties for di erent situations is key:

• KWS Aintree has unmatched yield potential and has demonstrated exceptional consistency

• KWS Fowlmere brings super early maturity in combination with high yield and speci c weight which should add value on farm

• KWS Scope remains an excellent option on farm with high yield, sti straw, robust septoria resistance and high speci c weight.

With more positivity surrounding the crop, an improved understanding of CSFB management strategies, and given su cient moisture around the key drilling windows, the OSR area was likely to further increase this autumn to around 320,000ha, said Rory, with growers gaining con dence and either increasing their acreage or returning to the crop after a break.

“Continued breeding progress, including new hybrid material such as KWS Domingos, is helping maintain con dence in the crop and OSR has the potential to be a stand-out crop on farm again this year,” he said.

Meanwhile, hybrid rye was attracting renewed interest from growers because of its exibility across forage, grain and anaerobic digestion markets.

More growers are looking at rye as an AD feedstock alternative given the recent variability in maize yields, while some are taking the opportunity to cut rye as a silage crop in early May, providing an entry for maize, said Rory.

“More growers are taking this opportunity and selling forage rye on an open market to either livestock farmers or AD plants. KWS varieties have shown high fresh weight yields in trials, where grown for wholecrop for AD plants. This is an area where we are expanding our knowledge, and we now have a specialist forage rye breeder.”

Winter wheat prospects

KWS expects the UK winter wheat area to at least hold and possibly increase slightly this autumn, albeit with a shift in target markets.

“Unless milling premiums increase, we cannot

see the milling wheat area holding where it is,” said Kate. “Farmers instead will turn to highyielding varieties and look to ll barns. They may look to high-yielding varieties that have the potential for alternative end markets.”

She warned however that after another challenging yellow rust season, simply switching varieties this autumn will not be an option, particularly among Group 4 varieties.

“There isn’t enough seed of new varieties that have held up well to yellow rust so there will still be a segment of this market that will need to grow hard Group 4 varieties that have become more susceptible to yellow rust in recent years,” she said.

Spotlight on resistance

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the Voluntary Initiative hosted a ‘Reversing the arms race’ resistance management session on the Seed to Shelf stage.

Chaired by VI chairman and East Fife farmer David Bell, an expert panel, comprising ADAS technical director for crop protection Jonathan Blake, ADAS weed science principal consultant John Cussans, and Harper Adams University Professor of Entomology Tom Pope, provided some practical guidance on managing resistance to crop protection products on-farm.

“The question isn’t whether resistance will develop, but how we slow it down and preserve the tools we have available,” said David.

Highlighting, what he described as the ‘critical’ importance of diversity, John Cussans said the

(l-r) Kate Cobbold, Ben Bishop, Rory Hannam, and Matt Bull on the KWS stand.

way to dilute selection pressure for resistant weeds was to have multiple ways of managing weed populations.

“Not just in terms of diversifying herbicides but diversifying into cultural control where it’s available,” he said.

He also provided an update on the incidence of glyphosate resistance in Italian ryegrass. With six cases of resistance now con rmed, any grower or agronomist with concerns about IRG survivors following an application of glyphosate should make use of the free testing available, he said.

When it came to managing resistant disease populations, IPM approaches – such as choosing disease resistant varieties and delaying sowing – could help reduce selection pressure, said Jonathan Blake. The problem was that these strategies had trade-o s in terms of increased risk or lower yields, for example.

“If you go down the route of planting later, you put yourself at risk of not planting a crop. You can choose a disease-resistant variety, but the chances are that you might su er a yield penalty.

“The key is to nd IPM approaches that don’t come with a trade-o and there aren’t many, but one area we should perhaps focus on is reducing unnecessary applications and unnecessarily high-rate applications. If we can do that and be very targeted in how we use our fungicides, we should be able to reduce the overall amount being used and that should help.”

IPM was also important in managing resistant pest populations, said Tom Pope, but he echoed Jonathan’s comments about trade-o s.

“Moving the planting date may be good for one pest, but you may then encounter more serious problems with another.”

There was no single solution he said, advising growers to explore the tools and advice available through organisations such as the VI and AHDB.

Tackling the rodent threat with Syngenta

Good control of rodents is essential for safe food production and preventing costly losses and damage on-farm, as well as the threat to the health of workers and animals. However, resistance to rodenticides continues to spread across the UK, threatening the success of rodent control strategies, warned Syngenta pest management specialist, Richard Moseley.

The good news is that monitoring the incidence of resistance on-farm and adopting resistance breaking technologies can e ectively stop the spread, he said, urging farmers to take advantage of free resistance testing to identify potential issues.

use of second-generation brodifacoum. That enables rodenticide active,”

“Rodenticide resistance can render some of the older technologies ine ective, resulting in more bait entering the environment to no bene cial e ect. Using farm surveillance to identify where resistant populations have developed enables the appropriate use of second-generation rodenticides, such as brodifacoum. That enables resistant rats and mice to be targeted with the minimum use of rodenticide active,” said Richard.

of formulations suitable for on farm situations, including pellets, maize grain, soft pasta, wax blocks and the highly palatable paste formulation, Talon Soft XT. Importantly, the formulations all deliver a single-feed fatal dose for rats, to ensure rapid results and reducing overall bait consumption.

Richard added that surveillance monitoring requires the submission of fresh rodent tails, ideally sourced from rats that have been trapped or shot, rather than poisoned. Farms and rural pest controllers are particularly well suited to collecting appropriate samples and should aim to collect up to three tails per site to build up an accurate picture.

“With rodents and rats, we are always ghting to stand still. Rats are great opportunists, where they have the chance, they will multiply and spread. We never see a season where we get less activity, it is a constant battle,” said Richard.

He explained that Syngenta’s Talon products all contain the resistancebreaking brodifacoum in a range

He explained Talon products in a range

A bright prospect from Elsoms

On the Elsoms stand, AHDB Recommended List candidate variety Sunspire was living up its name in bright sunshine on the rst day of Cereals.

A Group 3 that hits the wheat end market speci cations for distilling, export, biscuit milling and feed, Sunspire has a yield rating of 107 and a good all-round disease pro le, said crop manager Kurtis Scarboro. Sunspire also has resistance to orange wheat blossom midge (OWBM), which widely-grown stablemate Bamford does not bene t from. Also on the stand were

(l-r) Harper Adams University Professor of Entomology Tom Pope; Voluntary Initiative chairman and East Fife farmer, David Bell; ADAS weed science principal consultant John Cussans; and ADAS technical director for crop protection Jonathan Blake.

Richard Moseley of Syngenta.

high yielding soft group 4 winter wheat Sparkler, which will enter its rst year of commercial seed sales this autumn. With Skyscraper x Graham parentage, Sparkler is a high-tillering variety, with excellent septoria resistance and shows good yield consistency across sites and seasons.

Group 3 winter wheat Bamford, Caledon spring oats and Buccaneer winter malting barley were among the leading Elsoms varieties showcased on the stand.

A successor for Laureate?

Plant breeders are vying to nd the successor to the highly successful dual-purpose spring barley variety Laureate and RAGT Seeds reckons it has a strong contender in SY Arrow.

The variety gained full approval for malt distilling following this spring’s Malting Barley Committee meeting and progresses to Provisional Approval 2 for brewing use, paving the way for an eventual dual-use approval if further malting pilots for brewing are completed successfully.

“We have two malting pilots for brewing underway, but they weren’t completed in time [for the MBC meeting], so SY Arrow goes to provisional approval for brewing. We hope that Arrow will get full approval in November and sit alongside Laureate as a dual-purpose variety,” said RAGT malting barley portfolio manager Tracy Creasy.

Arrow originates from the highly successful Syngenta malting barley breeding programme, which also produced Laureate and which was acquired by RAGT last winter.

“What excites me about SY Arrow is that it is the only variety I have seen coming through in the 20 years I’ve been doing this job that is like Laureate and has the consistency and adaptability that Laureate has. It has a higher yield than Laureate and earlier maturity, which is

an increasingly important attribute for malting barley, especially in Scotland, where it is a key selection trait for us,” said Tracy.

Second generation BYDV resistance

Visitors to the RAGT stand also had the opportunity to view the breeder’s second generation BYDV-resistant winter wheat, which was being launched at Cereals. Having broken the yield sacri ce barrier with RGT Guardsman, nextgeneration, double-resistant candidate varieties RGT Gorgon and RGT Gri n will feature BYDV resistance, OWBM resistance and yields above the AHDB Recommended List control varieties’

100% yield bar, said cereals and oilseeds product manager Ed Stanford.

“The yields of these BYDV varieties are really up there now with the yields of the conventional Group 4s,” he said.

He added that with a relatively early sown winter wheat crop and warm winter, BYDV had been a hot topic among growers visiting the RAGT stand at Cereals.

“I’ve got trials in BYDV hotspots in the South West, south Wales and on the south coast and, unlike last year, the control varieties are showing the typical yellowing and stunting you’d expect to see with BYDV, while Guardsman, Gri n and Gorgon are not showing the same symptoms,” said Ed. FG

Kurtis Scarboro in Sunspire.

Tracy Creasy in SY Arrow.

Ed Stanford (left) and Andrew Creasy in second generation BYDV-resistant wheat.

Abbey Commercials

Abbey Commercials used Cereals to keep its Suzuki quad trucks rmly in front of visitors, with owner Andy Boss saying the event was less about instant sales and more about visibility. The company had trucks in use around the site by the Cereals organisers, which Andy described as “the best advertising we have”. On the stand, visitors were also shown a Gearmate rear top and drawer system, o ering a secure storage solution for items such as guns, tools or farm supplies while keeping the load bed practical. Andy said the stand had a strong position, with plenty of passing footfall, adding: “You’re not necessarily going to sell anything here... it’s more about being seen.”

Fendt

Fendt’s machinery o ering was vast, spanning much of their full range. Phil Mattey, product expert, used our conversation to explain the thinking behind the brand’s speci cation strategy in a tougher machinery market.

While Pro Plus “unlocks your possibilities” with access to options such as extra spool valves, cab suspension features and additional screens, Phil said much of Fendt’s current demonstration eet is deliberately speci ed more realistically. The aim, he explained, is to show that Power Plus tractors can still o er the core Fendt experience. Cereals was seen as a strong t for Fendt’s target audience, particularly larger arable and contracting customers interested in tractors, sprayers and FendtONE farm management technology. Fendt also had an electric tractor displayed elsewhere on site paired with a solar charging station.

Biom Beehives

Biom Beehives is a step up from traditional box hives and was attracting a “buzz” among farmers attending Cereals 2026. Director and beekeeper Mike Peterson (pictured right, with fellow beekeeper Aaron Holmes) said: “Biom Beehives is about helping farmers and landowners increase productivity and pollination by attracting honeybees to their property.”

The business is all about sustainability and the hives are deliberately constructed to mimic the kind of tree hollows where swarms naturally make their homes.

The Biom Beehive is insulated with a 90mm thick wall of hemp bres. Although it’s not the primary selling point, farmers who wish to harvest honey from these hives can do so and, properly managed, a hive can produce 20kg of delicious runny honey plus the premium honeycomb.

Prostraw Systems

Prostraw’s stack cover system is a pressure assistance cover that has been developed over a few years with health and safety in mind. The unique fitment system works from the ground so farmers don’t need to climb on top of the bales.

Business support officer Lucy Harvey and director Will Reed were also showcasing the company’s Line Master system that can detect overhead power cables. Will said: “We’re chatting to farmers, but Cereals is a great opportunity to meet manufacturers. We are talking to manufacturers who already offer the Line Master system as an option in their machines, and those that are considering it. The system can be fitted in combines, forklifts, tilting trailers: anything that can go high enough to hit a powerline.”

NPZ UK

Tom Yewbrey, managing director of NPZ UK attended Cereals to catch up with seed merchant customers and meet the growers. For Tom, events are a great chance to get directly in front of farmers. Talking through the crops on display, he explained: “We o er oilseed rape, peas, beans and spring wheat, and we’ve got new varieties in all categories. Quite frankly, we have a full range of awesome varieties to suit the needs of growers.”

A highlight of the display was a plot of Karat – a newly recommended OSR variety – which, alongside more established crops like Maverick, pressed home his message: “We really feel we are leading the way in terms of stem health disease, resistance to verticillium, resistance to stem canker.”

Techneat focused on practical demonstrations at Cereals, with James Everitt, manufacturing manager, highlighting a small working area showing the Weed Wizard operating around planted weeds. He said the setup was “kind of like a little live demo for us”, giving visitors a clearer view of the spot spraying technology.

Alongside the Weed Wizard, the company also brought its Placement Pro Air fertiliser system, described as an existing product that Techneat has not pushed heavily in the past. The system is aimed at placing fertiliser more precisely rather than broadcasting it across the full working width. James also noted continued interest in slug pelleting and the Multicast range for cover crops and small seeds, re ecting the company’s broad spread of crop establishment and application equipment.

GT Bunning

GT Bunning returned to Cereals after a gap of around eight years, with sales director Chris Druce saying early enquiries had already justi ed the decision by midday on day one. The company was showing its muck spreaders at a time when it is marking 120 years since the family bought the blacksmith’s shop at West Dereham, although Chris said the business remains modest about the milestone.

On the stand, he highlighted a 175 spinning disc machine destined for a Yorkshire customer spreading biosolids, alongside a stock machine aimed more at farmyard manure use. The company continues to serve a wide range of markets, from livestock areas to contractors handling biosolids, lime, compost and chicken manure.

FMC was exhibiting at Cereals for the rst ever time, which was really exciting for Geo rey Bastard who was attending chie y to promote the company’s latest herbicide Fundatis which launched in the autumn of 2025.

He told Farmers Guide: “We got a late registration, so it was a soft launch into the market last year. We’re at Cereals to present it to farmers and agronomists. Fundatis is a major launch – a mix of two active ingredients that o ers some really crucial activity against black-grass, ryegrass and a large range of weeds that are becoming more of a problem.” A signi cant technical team from FMC was on site to answer farmers’ questions.

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Germains Seed Technology

Seeds are the specialism at Germains Seed Technology, and Richard Nicholls was looking forward to meeting a number of UK arable farmers at Cereals 2026, as well as customers on the vegetable side of the operation, principally growers of onions and carrots.

Richard informed us that, for crops like oilseed rape – which is prone to damage from cabbage stem ea beetle – crop resilience is key. Rather than seeking to control the pest, applying seed treatment technology encourages a strong crop that grows quickly and can resist damage. As he pointed out, crop resilience starts with the seed.

RHF Fans

If anyone at Cereals 2026 fancied themselves as a racing driver rather than a tractor driver, then the RHF Fans stand was the place to prove it. RHF is a sponsor of McLaren racing driver Maurice Henry (pictured right) who showed us how it was done with a lap time of 1:31 in the racing simulator at the back of the stand. Nobody from our team could get near that!

Operations director Rachel Fehily is the third generation of her family to work at RHF, which was celebrating its 45th anniversary at the show. Besides the celebratory atmosphere, the live music and the fun competitions, RHF was at the Cereals Event to do business promoting their service and maintenance packages for industrial fans and exhibiting their large dual fan, striking for its size and eye-catching blue and orange colours. Rachel was looking forward to catching up with existing customers and meeting potential new ones.

Väderstad

Väderstad was showing the new generation 2 Tempo, with Rowland Dines, regional sales manager, describing it as the rst major update since the precision planter was launched in 2012. The revised machine features changes to the hoppers and frame, but the main development is the move towards greater electronic control and intelligent operation. Depending on speci cation, adjustments such as working depth and press wheel settings can now be made from the cab, supported by a move to higher-voltage electronics.

Rowland also highlighted updates to the Spirit drill, with coulter pressure increased from around 50kg to 80kg to widen its operating range. Rowland said Cereals remained useful for future business, adding: “the beauty of Cereals is the timing.”

Ceres Machinery

Ceres Machinery found Cereals well-timed for products such as grain pushers and grabs, with director Martin Johnson saying on the morning of day one that the company had already sold a couple and seen interest in further machines. He said Cereals is “one of the only big shows we really do”, partly because the timing ts well for harvest-related equipment. Martin commented that business remains steady, although not at the levels seen several years ago, re ecting the wider pressure on the machinery market. He also pointed to rising manufacturing costs, including steel, energy, wages and business rates, while stressing the company’s focus on using high-quality steel for reliable British-built equipment.

Samagri UK

Samagri’s main focus at Cereals was a 6m Köckerling Pro line cultivator tted with a full seeding kit, allowing it to work with a front hopper for seed application while cultivating. Owner Steve Berry said the setup e ectively gives users the seeding equipment from Köckerling’s Jockey drill without the rear-mounted hopper, making the machine more versatile.

The updated Pro line has stronger tines and hydraulic depth control, while users can specify di erent point options, including low-disturbance and goosefoot points. Steve said there is strong interest in making existing cultivators do more, particularly where farms already have front hoppers available.

Samagri also saw interest in its Bergmann muck spreaders, with Steve noting that the technology and appearance of the latest machines set them apart from more traditional designs.

Agriweld

Agriweld highlighted a new front weight box – the Slimline range, with manufacturing director Harry Foster explaining that the aim was to o er a more compact and a ordable alternative to the company’s standard design. The unit is around 275mm less deep than the existing version, bringing the weight closer to the tractor while retaining practical features such as re ectors and a grease gun holder.

Harry said the design was created to appeal to customers wanting a narrower, closer-coupled front weight, particularly at a time when buying decisions are under pressure. “The whole idea was just for a more a ordable front weight that’s slimmer,” he said. The wider market remains di cult, he added, with smaller and lower-cost products proving easier to move than larger machinery.

Plug & Cool

There was a party atmosphere at the Plug & Cool stand, where marketing manager Rael Bearman (left) and marketing executive Jude Hobden talked Farmers Guide through the company’s products. Rael said: “We’re exhibiting our range of grain store fans and the under oor system that we launched last year. Following our partnership with Danish rm AgroLog we’ve also got wireless sensor spears that are generating a lot of interest.” Rael demonstrated the Plug & Cool control panel, which inspires the company name. “It’s a simple system, but really e ective; you set the temperature of the grain how you want it, and the system controls the fans to keep your grain cool.” They also reported that customers were delighted with the exclusive Cereals Event o ers.

Weaving Machinery

Weaving Machinery reported a busy rst day at Cereals, with marketing and nance director Sarie Weaving, pictured with sales director Simon Weaving, saying the stand had seen a strong mix of existing customers and new conversations.

The new 12m Sabre drill was a signi cant draw, while the new Raptor also attracted attention. Visitors were also asking about the front tank boom spreader and control barrier/gate, giving Weaving several di erent angles for discussion rather than relying on one launch. Sarie said serious enquiries were being passed on for follow-up, including potential demonstrations.

With poor weather forecast for the second day (that certainly arrived) she suggested the rst day would carry much of the value of the show, but said the company was pleased with the level of tra c and interest so far.

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Nationwide Precast Concrete

Prestressed concrete walls were drawing attention at the Nationwide Precast Concrete Stand. Farmers Guide spoke to sales director Rory Faulkner and commercial director Victoria McGinty about the company's o erings. Rory said: “In the agricultural sector, our products are assembled into retaining walls for bulk storage materials like silage, grain fertiliser etc. We make everything at our facility near Colchester, and then we ship them throughout the UK. If there’s a farmer out there looking for advice relative to storage requirements, give us a call – we’re ready to help!”

The sturdy precast concrete on display included A Store, L Store and P Store shapes and a new xed brick system.

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Bionature

Bionature delivers sustainable and pro table farming systems to help growers get the best possible results from their crops. Farmers Guide caught up with director Mark Carter and accounts manager Sarah Hodgson among healthy-looking crop plots that had been treated with Bionature fertilisers.

Mark said: “We’re at Cereals to spread the word to farmers that they can achieve healthier crops by feeding our products little and often through the normal fertiliser timing stages. We’re showcasing a product called Delta, which is a liquid fertiliser that’s readily available to the crop. We’re following that up with our organic humic acid, and following that with a product called 1-4-All that’s full of macronutrients.”

Mark was insistent that farmers shouldn’t wait for a de cit in a crop before applying fertiliser; rather the secret is to keep the crop sat green all year.

Ascenso used the show to build on growing brand recognition, with BA Bush marketing manager Mark Elliott saying the show brought a wider regional audience than previous Lincolnshire events. He said the company had spoken to farmers from the South West, Cornwall, north Devon and Ireland, with visitors asking increasingly speci c questions about tments, sizes and future tyre purchases.

Discussions also covered VF technology, particularly the ability to run at lower pressures, and upcoming pressure-sensing developments. Mark said the value of the event should not be judged only by direct sales, but by “positive interactions” and conversations with people who may not previously have encountered the brand. While the wider market remains tough, he said tyres remain a replacement item that farmers can delay, but not avoid inde nitely.

Pellcroft Engineering

“We manufacture in Coningsby, Lincolnshire and ship all over the world,” says Mark Cockburn, sales manager at Pellcroft Engineering. “Our products have been sent to Australia, Denmark, all over, but our primary market is in the UK.”

Pellcroft manufactures a comprehensive range of crop storage equipment including centrifugal fans, storage crates for potatoes, and grain drying tunnels. The Cereals Event brought a mix of familiar faces and new clients to the Pellcroft stand where Mark was anticipating some good leads.

WM Agri

WM Agri enjoyed a strong rst day at Cereals, with owner Will Mallon saying the Trak-Jak had been the biggest draw on the stand. Four units were sold at the event, alongside three wheel handlers, and he had also received enquiries for Tire-Grabbers, blades, tree shears, Mammoth compactors, and tractor tables that help tidy up messy cabs.

Will said several of the products were new to the business and re ected a broadening range beyond its original core lines. For Will, safety remains the key theme. He said the business is now seeing stronger recognition in the market, adding: “People say Trak-Jak, WM Agri.”

Maschio Gaspardo

Alongside Maschio Gaspardo’s usual extensive lineup, it also was showcasing a new four-metre Centauro combi drill, which Mike Bywater, marketing manager, said was the rst of its size in the UK for the company. The machine uses a twin hopper tank for grain and fert, allowing both to be applied in the same pass.

While 5m and 6m versions had already been available, the 4m model was developed in response to demand, particularly from the Scottish market, where customers wanted fertiliser placement alongside seed without moving to a larger drill.

The company also discussed more traditional Maschio Gaspardo products, including ails, spreaders and air-powered machines. Mike said Cereals had brought visitors from further a eld, although he noted that conversations ultimately still need to convert into sales.

DSV

Of all the crops on display in DSV’s crop plots, Farmers Guide got the sense that sales and marketing manager Sarah Hawthorne was proudest of Dompteur – a very green and leafy oilseed rape crop approaching maturity. Sarah said: “It’s our brand-new top of the Recommended List variety. It’s got a very high yield, a very high oil content. It has Phoma-blocker and we’re seeing some breakdown of the Rlm7 gene on its own now.

“Plus, Dompteur has really good lodging resistance so it’s a powerful variety, especially in the spring. And because it’s such a powerful vigorous variety it fares really well against cabbage stem ea beetle. It gets away really early, because it’s an early owering variety so it’s rushing to get through to that owering stage.”

Hutchinsons

At the very popular Hutchinsons stand, digital services specialist (East Anglia) James Lane and head of marketing, Rachael Roberts were talking to farmers about Omnia: a digital farming tool that combines a Geographic Information System with a business management tool to o er unrivalled agronomic accuracy.

Also on display was a system that could link a workplan to a tractor, courtesy of a neat product by John Deere. James said: “Basically, setting up a eld with a rate and a product, we can then link that into the tractor, or combine or forager, and report back directly from the eld, saving a lot of paperwork.”

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Mardon Recycling

The Mardon Recycling team was keen to speak to small and large scale arable farmers and there was no shortage of them at the Mardon Recycling stand. Farmers were queuing up to look at Mardon’s RamPack waste baling system. Using a telehandler, the farmer can load the baler with farm waste – for example, pesticide bottles, cardboard, fertiliser bags – which is compacted into a transportable bale. Waste that the farmer

Telecom Infrastructure Partners

Telecom Infrastructure Partners buys rental contracts from people who have telecoms infrastructure on their property. Regional vice president Paul Williams (left) explained what they hoped to achieve at Cereals 2026: “We’re looking to partner with landlords and engage with people who have telecom sites on their property. Equally we’re looking to speak to solicitors, agents and accountants who may represent those people.”

Investment and development manager, Clare Gri ths (centre) added: “We’ve actually had people who have done deals with us previously come and say hello, so it’s great to put a face to a name.”

Farmers Guide asked Alex Banks (right) to sum up the company’s services in a single sentence: “We buy rent!” he replied succinctly.

Agrii

Product manager for Rhiza, Ben Foster talked Farmers Guide through Agrii’s vision for a modern farm: “Our biggest theme of this year is the smart connected farm. That’s the bringing together of people, nutrition, seed, R&D information and everything else Agrii can o er to the marketplace. The centre of that is our digital platform which allows us to link everything and bring the best advice to our growers so they can be as pro table as possible.”

Agrii’s plot was perfectly positioned between the crop plots and the big machines as if to emphasise Ben’s point about connection.

(l-r): area business manager (west central), Greg Taylor; area business manager (west midlands and Leeds), Chris Thomas; agronomist, Dae Llewellyn; technical manager for agritech, Jonathan Trotter; product manager for Rhiza, Ben Foster

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Nick Young Tractor Parts

Nick Young Tractor Parts was promoting a new website and a broader allmakes o er, with digital marketing specialist Andy Holliday saying the business wants to show customers it is “more than just John Deere”.

The company has been known for John Deere parts for around 30 years, but the new site allows it to supply parts for all manufacturers, covering anything from the front of the tractor to the back. Visitors were able to explore the website on an interactive screen, while a tractor simulator helped draw people onto the stand.

Andy said the show had been strong overall, with a busy rst day and a wider-than-expected mix of customers, including non-arable farmers and visitors from Spain, Sweden and Norway.

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Agroinsights Technologies Ltd

Founder and CEO of Agroinsights Technologies Ltd, Rafael Albertini , had brought along the family to enjoy the first day of Cereals and promote the business.

The company had three linked brands being promoted at their stand. The unique feature of the Agroinsights approach is the farmer doesn’t need to download a new app. Information is shared with and by the farmer via WhatsApp.

Rafael said: “Livestock management, spray plans, invoice scanning, daily health checks, cost tracking, market prices, and full Red Tractor compliance can all be handled through plain English messages. No forms, no menus, no training required.”

(l-r) Miranda Albertini Rojas ; Rafael Albertini ; Rafa Albertini Rojas ; Judith Rojas; and Ace the dog.

Deutz-Fahr

Deutz-Fahr saw Cereals as a useful opportunity for working through detailed speci cation questions with customers, rather than simply generating stand tra c. David Je erson, product specialist, said the rst day had proven better than expected after a slightly quiet start, although exhibitors remained wary of the wet forecast and the practical challenge of breaking down stands in poor ground conditions.

Discussions included speci cation questions around models such as the 6135, including loader options, electric controls and compatibility with existing systems, as well as signi cant interest around the new 8 series that was present on the stand. David said many visitors were using the show to sense-check dealer quotes and understand what equipment they could specify.

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Loncin

Loncin attended Cereals to raise awareness of its ATV and UTV range in the UK, with director Derek Weldon saying many visitors had not previously seen the machines. The company, which is already known for engines, is now looking to build its dealer network across the UK, with 12 dealers currently in place and a target of around 30.

Models shown included ATVs, with the entry-level 200 moving through displacement to 700cc and 1,000cc machines, plus threeseat and six-seat UTVs. Derek said the full range is road legal and supported by a warranty network, with livestock farmers among the key target customers.

The main aim at Cereals was to introduce the brand to more potential dealers, rather than focus only on stand sales.

Tehnos was showing a range of ail mowers, with sales representative Mateja Kovač highlighting the MU280 universal ail mower as one of the company’s strongest-selling models. The machine can be used in a pushpull setup, while the o set mower on the stand also attracted interest.

Key to the UK market is a development of a left-hand version of the o set machine, e ectively a mirror image of the existing right-hand model, aimed particularly at users carrying out roadside work. Mateja said the company had made useful contacts during the show, although visitor numbers were lower than she expected given the “Clarkson e ect”.

Tehnos also demonstrated the low-vibration design of its rotors, using a glass-on-machine display to show smooth running, emphasising the wear that comes with vibration.

Ilos

Ilos land managers Anthony Kimber (left) and Edward Martin were at Cereals to chat to farmers with land suitable for renewable energy developments. Farmers with 50–250 available acres near powerlines or substations were being advised whether they could swap their wheat yield for a solar yield and pro t from harvesting the sunshine. Ilos manages the whole process from planning, through construction to energisation and linking to the grid.

Bullock Tillage

Bullock Tillage had a productive rst day at Cereals, with partners Ross Pushman (left) and Nigel Bullock saying the stand generated strong conversations and machinery interest despite di cult weather on the second day.

The company spoke to a good number of visitors and reported selling machines at the event, with one potential customer ready to proceed subject to grant approval. That underlined how signi cantly grant funding is now a ecting buying decisions, particularly for cultivation and tillage equipment. Bullock Tillage said the machines are competitively priced and relatively unique in the market, helping to keep discussions focused even when wider buying con dence remains cautious. Although the second day was weather-hit, the team were pleased with the decision to attend and felt the show had delivered useful business.

Drone as a Service

Drone as a Service explained a service-led approach to agricultural drone technology, with Craig Thackaberry, agricultural sales manager, stressing that the business is not selling hardware. Instead, farmers can bring in the company to carry out crop health surveys, multispectral imaging, prescription mapping and infrastructure inspections.

The service can generate data for variable-rate applications, sustainability reporting and, increasingly, above-ground carbon measurement. Craig said the model gives farmers access to drone technology without the cost of buying hardware, licences and insurance. Shed and solar panel inspections are another focus, allowing roofs and panels to be checked safely from the ground before repairs are planned.

Tek Seating

Tek Seating returned to Cereals after several years away, with sales manager Mark Vivian saying the show was mainly about brand exposure and reminding machinery users that they have an alternative route for replacement and upgraded seats.

The company supplies seating for everything from ride-on mowers to large tractors, with options including suspension, heating, cooling and control-arm tments, as well as bespoke pneumatic designs for OEMs and smaller manufacturers.

Mark said the rst day was positive, although the second day was inevitably a ected by the weather. He said the business has had a good start to the year, with customers committing to both larger projects and smaller replacement work. “If they need a seat, we can do it,” he said.

(l-r) warehouse operator, Charlie Thorne; operations director, Charlie Harding; and sales manager, Mark Vivian

Browns of Wem

Browns of Wem is a one-stop-shop for agricultural infrastructure, from the smallest of potting sheds to the grandest of controlled environment solutions, with all the barns, stables and dairies in between. Director Neil J. Je eries (left) said he was enjoying plenty of conversations with farmers at Cereals 2026: “Farmers approach us to ask about the price of a building, or describe a future plan they are thinking of, so we discuss their needs.” Sales manager Jonathan Richardson added: “With us, everything’s bespoke. If you can request it, we can build it!”

Close Brothers

Asset finance is a way of releasing value from assets that you own. In a stand in the undercover marquee (a very popular spot on day two) underwriter, Elliott Parkhouse (left) and relationship manager Sam Grey of Close Brothers pitched hire purchase, finance lease, operating lease and refinance to farmers.

Sam said: “Asset finance gives a business access to the equipment, vehicles and technology it needs to perform and grow, without compromising cash flow.”

VSM Grow Tech

Farmers Guide was introduced to two special guests on the VSM Grow Tech stand – Florian and Clément had own in from France to support the promotion of Agrisem products via VSM Grow Tech. Richard talked us through the most popular machinery on the stand: “On display is the Ferrari Twistweed AI weeder, which is inter-plant, inter-row, and actually works on identifying leaf shape. We’ve also got the Agrisem Smartplow – a lightweight subsoiler which can be con gured in two di erent ways; the Agrisem Boss – a direct drill with a unique disc angle; and the Agrisem T-boss (pictured) – a direct tine drill with a very narrow tine available in widths of 4.5–8m.”

(l-r) VSM Grow Tech sales manager, Nick Todd; VSM Grow Tech director, Richard Parish; Agrisem product manager, Florian Barrault; Agrisem export sales manager, Clément Goirot

Charles Goldingham, director of Agricultural Supply Services has been involved in farming since the 1960s. He spoke at length to Farmers Guide about regenerative farming and the kind of support he could o er farmers who are interested in switching to ‘regen’ methods. “Better technology leads to better yields,” he said.

Charles rmly believes that soil is the foundation of e ective farming and has made it his life’s mission to educate farmers on soil health – a project that continued at Cereals 2026.

Martin Lishman

“Cereals is one of the prime shows that we attend,” said Martin Lishman managing director, Joel Capper. “We’re primarily known for our grain storage and Barn Owl wireless systems. But we are also displaying our compact sprayers which service another part of the agricultural industry. And nally we are launching a multi sense probe –an extension to our Barn Owl wireless system that measures temperature moisture and CO2. We don’t buy in other manufacturers products and put our name on it. Everything is manufactured by us in South Lincolnshire.”

(l-r): Marketing manager, Matt Swinn; managing director, Joel Capper; area sales manager, Kristian Nordkvelle; and marketing assistant, Jamie Booth

De Sangosse

De Sangosse was showcasing soil nutrient activators, pod sealants and slug pellets: all products that can make a huge di erence to yield.

“Engagement has been high,” said Phil. “Last year we did a big push on water conditioning, but this year it’s the soil nutrient activators that are really attracting attention. People are looking at reducing their input costs. Adding 4 litres of our activator per hectare could really help the soil work a bit harder for them and hopefully mitigate the costs of fertiliser, so It’s something to think about.”

(l-r) Technical business manager, Stuart Sutherland; head of marketing, Sarah Ferrie; managing director, Phil Carpenter

Cambridge Farm Machinery was highlighting the value of refurbishment in a market where the cost of new machinery continues to stretch farm budgets. Owner John Noble said a key part of the business has been their focus and expertise, particularly on Väderstad equipment, with customers either sending in their own worn machines for rebuilding or buying refurbished units from stock. The company had more than 30 machines in stock, including a 20-year-old Rexius Twin 450 rebuilt to a standard that made it appear almost new. John said the aim is to help farmers keep reliable second-hand machinery working at a reasonable cost, particularly when the gap between new and used values has widened. “Refurbishment is a way forward,” he said, adding that machinery costs have left some buyers behind.

Campey Agriculture

Campey Agriculture used its stand to put its latest seeder, the Vredo D25 Agri, in front of visitors, with managing director John Campey saying the machine builds on the prototype shown at last year’s event. The unit has been available since its launch at Agritechnica last year and is aimed at users wanting to establish seed in spring or autumn, with the ability to place two crops in the ground among the key talking points.

John said most serious interest is likely to require on-farm demonstrations rather than a stand-based sale, particularly for a machine that needs to be seen working in suitable conditions. While there were some useful conversations with new contacts, he said the stand’s quieter location and the weather-hit second day made it harder to judge the value of Cereals compared with more focused events.

Manitou exhibited a full range of their agricultural kit. Business development manager, David Clark gave Farmers Guide the rundown: “We’ve got all of our MLT machines, we’ve got our classic rough terrain forklift, some smaller compact machines, and over in the demonstration area we are showing o our newer machines including an electric 6m telescopic handler.” Marketing manager Chloe Tapp said: “We’ve spoken to hundreds of people in a fantastic rst day. We’ve met our dealers, and a good mix of customers, old and new.”

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Newrock Engineering

Newrock Engineering was focused on continuing to rebuild awareness of its machinery range, with sales executive David Jackson highlighting the company’s slurry pumps and block cutters as key products.

The slurry pump was described as a particularly strong performer, with a higher-ratio gearbox designed to increase output and reduce pumping time. The company also showed block cutters and shear grabs, with future additions expected to include grass toppers and other smaller items alongside larger machines.

David said interest had been strongest in pumps and block cutters, helped by the time of year and the practical nature of the products. As a relatively young team behind a long-established brand, he said shows remain important for getting the Newrock name back in front of farmers.

(l-r) Sales executive, David Jackson; sales director, James Linden; and operations manager, James Garrett

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Cousins of Emneth launched the Switchblade at Cereals, with director Laura Cousins describing it as a lighter-touch alternative based on the Patriot. While the Patriot is designed for deeper work and full inversion, the Switchblade is aimed at non-inversion tillage, with low-disturbance tines working down to 12in, wavy straight discs to cut through residue without burying it, and a lighter soil-to-soil roller at the rear.

The machine is around half a tonne lighter than the standard Patriot and is intended to reduce horsepower requirement and fuel use. Laura said the idea came from customers wanting low-disturbance legs in a Patriot-style frame for applications such as working ahead of a direct drill into cover crops. The company hopes the new machine would appeal as a lower-ticket option in a di cult market.

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Opico’s big launch at Cereals was the Rumex RXF900 AI spot sprayer, with product specialist Tom Brooks (right) explaining how the machine has developed from grassland weed control into higher-value arable and specialist crop markets.

Originally designed in Bavaria for spot spraying docks and thistles in grass, the system is now being targeted at crops such as onions and carrots, where herbicide costs and crop value can make the return on investment more compelling.

The front-mounted RXF900 uses cameras, AI processing and individual nozzle controls using 220mm nozzle spacing and a high-pressure (5 bar) jetstyle application. Tom said the technology will continue to improve as more crop data is gathered, adding: “The more data you get, the more e cient it will become. Tom is pictured with product manager, Glenn Bootman

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SPEARHEAD EXPANDS MOWER OFFERING

Spearhead Machinery has expanded its reach mower o ering with the launch of the new Powerdrive Pro ail head, developed to deliver higher output without compromising cut quality, the manufacturer claims.

Available in 1.3m and 1.6m working widths, the Powerdrive Pro has been engineered for professional verge, hedge and vegetation management applications. Central to the redesign is a new rotor con guration featuring a tighter ail arrangement, larger diameter shaft and 60% ail overlap, aimed at improving cut consistency and producing a ner mulch nish.

A new toothed belt driveline has been introduced to improve power transfer and reduce belt slip under heavy workloads. Spearhead says

the revised design increases rotor e ciency while helping minimise downtime and maintenance requirements.

The machine is equipped with new Comp Pro and T Pro ails, o ering increased cutting width and greater momentum to tackle dense vegetation more e ectively. Additional durability upgrades include a strengthened central ring mount and protected hydraulic components designed for demanding roadside and commercial mowing operations.

Designed for use on Spearhead’s Twiga reach mower range, the Powerdrive Pro operates at pressures up to 310 bar and is targeted at contractors and local authorities seeking increased productivity alongside an improved nish quality.

Beyond hedge cutters, Spearhead o ers one of the most comprehensive ranges of machinery for grassland and landscape maintenance. Its portfolio includes rotary mowers, ail mowers, mulchers, and forestry equipment, providing solutions for farms, local authorities, contractors, and estates. Products such as the Twiga hedge cutter range, Multicut rotary mowers and Stubble Master ail mowers have become trusted names across the industry.

With the launch of the Powerdrive Pro, Spearhead continues to demonstrate its commitment to delivering innovative machinery that helps operators work smarter, safer, and more e ciently. Visit www.spearheadmachinery.com for more information. FG

McCONNEL BRINGS TELE-VFR CAPABILITY TO THE 77-SERIES POWER ARM RANGE

McConnel has introduced telescopic-variable forward reach (Tele-VFR) as a new option for its latest 77-Series Power Arm range, bringing this capability to the mid-range sector.

Previously reserved for McConnel’s agship heavy-duty machines, Tele-VFR combines the visibility and operator comfort bene ts of Variable Forward Reach with the added exibility of telescopic arm movement. Its introduction to the 77-Series gives contractors, local authorities and farmers access to a highly versatile armset on a more compact machine platform.

The new 77-Series Tele-VFR armset has been completely redesigned to suit the machine, delivering the strength, movement and precision required for professional verge and hedge maintenance while maintaining the compact pro le expected from the range, the manufacturer explains.

A key development is the use of a phased ram system to maintain the correct ailhead position

as the arm is moved forward and back. This replaces the mechanical parallelogram system used on larger machines, helping to reduce weight while increasing the available range of movement. The ailhead angling ram has been repositioned to improve the overall arm pro le and support greater manoeuvrability.

Tele-VFR technology allows the operator to bring the cutting head further forward for improved visibility, helping to keep the ailhead within a more natural eld of view while maintaining awareness of the road and terrain ahead.

The telescopic extension provides added reach, enabling operators to work more e ectively around roadside obstacles, signs, posts and street furniture. In con ned lanes or restricted

environments, the arm can be positioned behind the tractor wheel for close-in cutting.

The manufacturer says the 77-Series has been designed for professional users who need strength, performance and reliability in a compact package. The range features larger-diameter pivot pins, providing a 48% increase in bush contact area for improved durability, alongside McConnel’s in-house designed 70hp hydraulic system as standard. Customers can also specify an optional 85hp hydraulic system.

Additional features include a redesigned 180-litre hydraulic tank, high-capacity oil cooler, electric rotor control, Soft-Start rotor engagement, LED road lighting and a two-piece rear guard for improved service access. An integrated debris blower, mounted within the rear guard, is also available.

Built in the UK at McConnel’s Ludlow facility, the new 77-Series Tele-VFR option is available to order now through McConnel’s dealer network. FG

Grease gun for maintenance

Makita’s new brushless GP001G 40VMax XGT grease gun is a practical and precise tool suitable for use on heavy machinery, agricultural equipment and larger machines. Delivering a stable, highspeed discharge, it is equipped with a xed quantity discharge function, making it easy to apply just the necessary amount of grease. With a exible hose length of 1,200mm, cordless and with a comfortable shoulder strap, the ergonomic tool o ers ease of operation even in tight space, the manufacturer claims.

Compared to its predecessors, Makita has redesigned the tool’s

lower housing, which now features a wider opening to simplify changes to the bellows cartridge, aiding productivity. Users also bene t from a handy twin LED job light.

The GP001G 40VMax XGT grease gun can increase work e ciency by as much as 175% at 40 MPa when compared to the existing 18V model. The discharge volume of the tool can be adjusted by trigger pull. Lock the trigger for continuous greasing or to prevent accidental operation. Bulk grease is directly loadable into the gun’s barrel. Visit www.makitauk.com for more information. FG

Pro hedge-cutting, “sensible price”

Danish manufacturer GreenTec says it is targeting UK farmers with a cost-e ective hedge cutter that doesn't compromise on quality.

Making its UK debut at Cereals 2026, the Mantis 570 follows the proven design principles of GreenTec's Scorpion range – a welltested machine across mainland Europe. The philosophy was simple: keep the best, change the rest. Strip away the unnecessary premium features that drive up cost, and retain what matters.

What stays is Danfoss hydraulics throughout, the option of a GreenTec ail head with hydraulic hood and back roller for clean nish control, and the

4-point mounting system that gets the machine on and o the tractor in minutes rather than hours. For contractors juggling multiple machines or mixed farms running several tractors, that exibility could justify the machine on its own the manufacturer explains.

The Mantis 570 isn't trying to be all things to all farmers. It's aimed at arable and mixed operations that need reliable hedge-cutting without paying for top-tier bells and whistles. For farmers who've been putting o replacing ageing kit because the quotes were skyhigh, this could be the nudge to nally get the job done properly, GreenTec concludes. FG

Hire is a practical alternative

A practical approach to hedgecutting can save farmers time and money. In a climate where machinery prices continue to rise, purchasing equipment outright isn’t always the best option.

Farmers and contractors do not need a hedgecutter sitting idle in the yard most of the year. Hiring gives businesses access to modern, well-maintained machinery – without the large capital outlay, ongoing servicing costs or storage concerns that come with ownership.

needed. SW Hire o ers tractor hire alongside the hedgecutter. If your tractor is too small for the job or tied up elsewhere, you can access the full setup.

SW Hire o ers McConnel Power Arm hedgecutters for short or long-term hire. The McConnel PA6567T is particularly well-suited to verge trimming and hedge maintenance. A 6.5m telescopic reach and 1.2m head make it suitable for farmers, contractors and local authorities.

Not every business has the right tractor available when

Hiring machinery helps farms stay exible, control costs and tackle each season with con dence. For businesses looking to maintain e ciency without compromising on quality, hiring hedgecutters – and tractors where required – is an increasingly sensible option.

Visit www.sw-hire.co.uk for more information on hedgecutter and tractor hire. FG

For farmers, the growing demand for rural holidays presents an opportunity to generate a valuable additional income stream through holiday letting. For generations, diversi cation has been a cornerstone of farm resilience. Whether through renewable energy, farm shops, contracting, or glamping, British farmers have consistently demonstrated an ability to adapt to changing markets and economic pressures. Today, one of the most compelling opportunities lies in an asset many farms already possess; their location.

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sustainability. Increasingly, holidaymakers are seeking environmentally conscious accommodation. Farms have a natural advantage here. Renewable energy generation, wildlife conservation projects, biodiversity initiatives and local food production can all form part of a compelling sustainability story. Demonstrating a commitment to responsible tourism not only appeals to guests but also aligns with wider environmental objectives.

The UK's appetite for rural holidays remains strong. Increasing numbers of families, couples and groups are seeking authentic countryside experiences, trading crowded beaches for open spaces, local food and the chance to reconnect with nature.

Developed from existing assets

Unlike some diversi cation ventures that require signi cant infrastructure investment or specialist expertise, holiday accommodation can often be developed from existing assets. Redundant barns, former workers' cottages, underused farmhouses and surplus buildings can all be transformed into attractive holiday properties. In many cases, the character and history of these buildings become part of their appeal, o ering guests something unique that cannot be replicated by a standard hotel room.

The nancial bene ts can be substantial. A well-positioned and professionally managed holiday property can generate income throughout much of the year, helping to smooth the seasonal uctuations that are familiar to most farming businesses. Crucially, holiday letting income is often less directly exposed to the volatility that can a ect agricultural markets, providing a degree of stability and diversi cation of risk.

Desirable location

Visitors value opportunities to observe farming life, explore footpaths, enjoy local produce and experience the changing seasons. While not every farm wishes to o er direct interaction with guests, those that do can create memorable experiences that encourage repeat bookings and positive reviews. Simple touches such as welcome hampers featuring local products, information about nearby walks or recommendations for local attractions can signi cantly enhance guest satisfaction.

Careful planning

However, success in holiday letting requires more than simply converting a building and listing it online. As with any business venture, careful planning is essential. This is where cottages.com and Hoseasons, with a combined 120 years of experience, say they can help. Cottages.com comments: “Our understanding of the local market helps determine the type of accommodation that will perform best. In some locations, luxury family cottages may achieve strong occupancy, while elsewhere there may be greater demand for dog-friendly accommodation, couples’ retreats, shepherd huts or larger properties suitable for group bookings.”

The wider economic bene ts should not be overlooked either. Successful holiday letting businesses help support rural economies by bringing visitors into local communities. Guests spend money in pubs, restaurants, shops and visitor attractions, creating employment opportunities and helping sustain vital rural services. In this sense, diversi cation into tourism can contribute not only to the resilience of individual farm businesses but also to the prosperity of the wider countryside.

Location remains one of the sector's greatest strengths. Britain's farming community manages some of the country's most desirable landscapes, from coastal regions and national parks to rolling countryside and picturesque villages. These settings are exactly what many holidaymakers are searching for. Guests are increasingly drawn to experiences rather than simply accommodation, and farms are uniquely placed to provide both.

Equally important is maintaining realistic expectations about operational requirements. Holiday letting is a hospitality business. Guests expect high standards of cleanliness, responsive communication and reliable facilities. Reviews and ratings can have a signi cant impact on future bookings, making customer service a key component of long-term success. Fortunately, many farmers are already well equipped with the skills needed to operate a successful holiday accommodation business. Attention to detail, practical problem solving and a commitment to delivering quality are characteristics deeply embedded within the agricultural sector. In addition, specialist management companies like cottages.com and Hoseasons can provide support with marketing, guest communications, maintenance and changeovers where required.

Sustainability

Another important consideration is

As agricultural policy continues to evolve and farming businesses adapt to changing support mechanisms, the importance of diversi ed income streams is likely to increase. Holiday letting will not be the right solution for every farm, nor should it replace a focus on core agricultural enterprises. However, for many businesses, it o ers an attractive opportunity to unlock the value of existing assets, strengthen nancial resilience and share the beauty of the countryside with a growing audience.

The countryside remains one of Britain's greatest assets. For farmers considering their next diversi cation project, holiday letting represents a chance to turn that asset into a sustainable and rewarding business opportunity and the team at Cottages.com and Hoseasons is there for you every step of the way. FG

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If an existing property cannot accommodate extra family members when circumstances change, one option is to create additional living space in a timber annexe. Those considering a timber annexe need to consider the legal and planning implications and the logistical issues. It’s not an easy dream to realise for yourself. If you have room for an annexe, Timberspecs recommends that you give the company a call. It can handle planning, logistics, construction, services: the whole show.

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constructed to exacting standards that meet all-weather criteria. Double-glazed, totally insulated and tted out for optimum performance, timber home life has the potential to be a very healthy option. Utility bills are low, and it will only class as Band A for council tax and annexes typically receive a 50% discount.

Cabins and annexes are a very real asset that signi cantly improve the value of a property. The company believes that a properly maintained timber annexe should achieve a lifespan of well over 100 years.

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LEICESTERSHIRE FARM IS DIVERSIFYING FOR A PROFITABLE FUTURE

A farm in Leicestershire opened its doors to other farmers to share the owner’s experience of building a successful diversi ed business.

Organised by Hutchinsons, the event at J & J Mount & Sons, Grange Farm attracted farmers wanting to see rsthand how a mixed dairy and arable farm has evolved into a thriving diverse business.

Run by Jim and Jane Mount, with sons Harry and Will, plus full-time employee Dean Cripps, the farm has a range of income streams alongside 140ha of combinable cropping. These include 10ha of Christmas trees, a Christmas gift barn, production and supply of 110,000 bales a year, storage facilities, and a newly planted pick-your-own wild ower meadow.

The arable area produces 1,200t of grain, accounting for 18-20% of the farm’s income. The Mount family farms 73ha of permanent meadows and takes on 160ha of grass keep from other farms, working with Hutchinsons agronomist, Sally Cox on day-to-day agronomy.

From humble beginnings

The diversi cation began in the 1980s, when Jim’s mother had the opportunity to buy wholesale

Christmas trees to sell to the public.

“We started with 30 trees in the rst year, then 60 the next, and it’s grown from there, mostly by word of mouth and repeat customers,” says Jim.

In 2002, the family made a big decision to cease dairy farming and concentrate on other activities. The following year, they started growing Christmas trees. They now plant 4,000 to 4,500 saplings every two years. In all, some 2,700 trees are sold annually, including homegrown and bought-in trees, predominantly Nordmann Fir and Norway Spruce.

“We buy in around 900 highquality trees a year, and by having our own-grown to sell as well, it means we can ne tune sales right up to the last minute,” says Jim. “During the busiest weekends, we can see one tree a minute going out of the door.”

The Christmas Barn has evolved alongside the tree sales, driven by Jim’s wife Jane. “Initially, we just sold a few festive items from the grain store where we had the Christmas trees, but it’s expanded into an attraction in its own right that is

accompanied by a cafe and Santa’s Grotto that raises money for a local charity,” she says.

Stock is purchased from a wholesale gift fair in Harrogate and delivered in October. Turning the grain store around in time to start setting up the Christmas barn used to be challenging as crops had to be sold promptly. However, that pressure has been eased with the construction of a new on- oor store for combinable crops in 2023.

“Our biggest issue is often now parking, especially as the on-site [third-party] brewery includes a tap room, which means visitors often stay that bit longer around Christmas.”

Bale production

Another long-running revenue stream is the production and sale of 110,000 hay, haylage, and straw bales a year, most of which go to local equine buyers.

“We’re fortunate to have a lot of horse owners in this area, which means there’s a strong demand for the small conventional bales,” says Jim.

The farm runs four original D1000 balers, as the 90x60 cm bale size suits their delivery system well. Jim says: “We’ve got 25 atbed trailers for collecting bales and getting them undercover. Bales are delivered to customers using our van and three Land Rovers with trailers. Everything is delivered within a 15-mile radius of the farm.”

Flower meadow

The latest venture is a pick-your-own wild ower meadow established on the edge of a 17ha eld, where sun owers and a range of annual owers have been sown. Alongside this will be a harvest cafe, managed and run by Harry’s partner, Millie.

Inspiration for the meadow came following a trip with friends to a similar venture in Yorkshire. “We

loved what they were doing and thought we should try something similar, especially as we’ve already got a good connection with the public,” says Jim. “People love the experience of being in the meadow and choosing their owers.”

Self-storage containers and caravan storage

The farm has set up an area for caravan storage, which, alongside the 24 containers used for self-storage, should be relatively ‘hands-o ’ in terms of day-to-day management. “Our plan is to have electronic gates and a system where customers pay by direct debit to gain access via an app on the phone. Hopefully it should almost run itself.”

Jim acknowledges that increasing diversi cation activities has tax implications, which need to be considered carefully along with planning, security, and the impact on existing workloads.

Hutchinsons farm business consultant, Carrie Marshall says: “Diversifying into something new can be a daunting process and having a clear business plan is crucial, especially if you’re looking for external funding, so don’t try and do everything alone: seek advice, whether that’s from friends, family, other farmers, or professionals.” FG

The Mount family (l-r): Harry, Jim, Jane, and Will.

The Mounts sell 2,700 trees annually.

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We are looking for growers interested in testing biological seed treatments on-farm, with a focus on crop establishment, root development and yield potential.

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What Danish farmers already know about microbial seed treatments

Microbial seed treatments are moving from trial plots to real elds across Denmark. The results should interest UK growers facing pressure on fertiliser, establishment and soil health.

Biological inputs are no longer a fringe experiment in Northern European farming. Across Denmark, microbial biostimulants are moving into everyday on-farm use to address many of the challenges farmers face. The same pressures are now hitting UK growers: tighter nutrient limits, rising input costs and increasingly variable weather. Establishment has become the make-or-break phase of the season. Farmers want tools that help crops get away faster and use what is already in the soil.

Nordic Microbes is a Danish biotech company founded in 2021. It develops seed treatments built around naturally occurring microorganisms. The microbes are sourced from Nordic soils, soil types which are also found in the UK. They are chosen for their ability to stay active in cool conditions, where biologicals imported from further a eld don’t succeed. The treatments improve early root growth. They also unlock tightly bound nutrients such as phosphorus, calcium and zinc, so the plant can use them when it needs them most.

The range is built for speci c crops: SeedSpeed treats broad beans, maize and cereals; RapidRise is made for oilseed rape; and TuberTonic is designed for potatoes.

SeedSpeed: stronger roots, measurable yield

The clearest evidence comes from broad beans. In northern Denmark, one grower ran treated and untreated strips side by side in the same eld. They reported, “Magic or not, when comparing two broad bean plants, one treated with SeedSpeed and one untreated, the di erence is striking, both above and below ground.”

The treated plants grew larger, stronger root systems. At harvest, the SeedSpeed treated area resulted in a 9.2% yield increase. Maize tells a similar story. One farmer recorded a 13% higher feed-unit yield. Protein content rose by 26% against untreated areas. His maize had bigger roots and grew more evenly across the season. He is now increasing the area treated with SeedSpeed and cutting phosphorous use in the process. The grower said: “We’re convinced of the e ect of SeedSpeed. In the coming season, we’ve chosen to apply SeedSpeed on 75% of our maize area, and we have eliminated the phosphorus placement altogether.”

Where it works and where it doesn’t

In cereals, it is a more varied picture. Many farmers report higher emergence, larger root systems and stronger early vigour in SeedSpeed treated crops, while yield increases are typically more moderate, or in some cases

not present at all.

This ts well with the science. Microbial phosphorus-mobilising products often show the strongest visual and yield responses in crops such as maize, legumes and potatoes, where phosphorus demand is high and prolonged throughout the growing season. For a grower, knowing where a product works matters as much as knowing that it works. However, many farmers still choose to use it on their cereals because the bigger roots and early establishment is important, especially if weather conditions worsen after sowing.

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TuberTonic and RapidRise

Nordic Microbes launched two new products this year. These extend the range into potatoes and oilseed rape.

In third-party potato trials, TuberTonic delivered a 9.2% yield increase, and starch yield rose 7.2% per hectare. It improves nutrient supply around the root zone and supports early tuber and root growth.

In third-party rapeseed trials, RapidRise improved autumn establishment in winter oilseed rape. It also built stronger roots before winter. That early window often decides how the crop performs through to spring.

What this could mean for UK growers

In Denmark, the debate has moved on. The question is no longer whether biostimulants belong in modern farming. It is where they t best. Which crops respond most consistently? And where is the return clearest for the farmer?

UK growers face the same squeeze as Danish farmers: fertiliser e ciency, tight drilling windows, unpredictable springs and a sharper focus on soil health. The Danish results point to microbial seed treatments as a practical tool that can improve establishment, build stronger roots and help crops use the nutrients already in the soil. That matters most in the cool conditions UK growers know well.

The evidence from across the North Sea is worth a close look before next season. Nordic Microbes is now working with UK growers on oilseed and field bean trials for 2026. For more information, visit www.nordicmicrobes.co.uk FG

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Farmers look to manure to improve long-term soil health

The environmental bene ts and cost savings appeal to farmers who can access manure, making the design and performance of manure spreaders more important than ever.

Manure adds essential organic matter, improves soil structure, enhances water retention, and provides a sustainable, nutrient-rich and locallysourced alternative to commercial fertilisers. It improves soil health through provision of essential crop nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

“Well-engineered design in key muck spreader features such as the rotors, bed and body can help ensure loads are spread quickly and evenly, for a fast turnaround and accurate application,” advises Angus Western, managing director at Richard Western Ltd based in Framlingham, Su olk.

Richard Western Ltd, manufacturer of trailers and spreaders, believes that design is essential, as is meeting the individual requirements of clients.

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accelerate the bene ts to the soil, which is actually what our grandfathers did.

“We are commercial growers, not livestock keepers, so I’ve set up relationships with several professional livestock-only units. We guarantee the straw and we get the manure back in return. This enables us to achieve the volume which we need: circa 20,000 tonnes a year across 5,000 acres, with a combination of pig, cattle, duck and chicken.

Robert Alexander of Norfolk farming contractor AJ Alexander & Son is a longstanding customer of Richard Western. He says: “We’re on a big drive to improve soil health, particularly on farms where soil health has been ignored. Cover crops have a similar action, but they are a lot slower at improving health and returning organic matter. One application of straw manure is worth at least ve years of cover crops, so we use manure to

which is what Richard Western has delivered. The technology on the spreading discs is a lot more considered than machines we’ve had in the past. The weigh cells and the ability to deliver a precise amount is very welcome.

“We moved to Richard Western machines following a conversation with Angus Western. I really valued his approach to the precision of the spread pattern of the machine, which is especially important when spreading manure on a growing crop in spring. He expressed his desire for the accuracy of his machines to be as good as a granular fertiliser spreader.

Over the last four years, we’ve been gradually trying to use organic manures in the spring, which is much more challenging during wet seasons. Spreading manure on wheat was particularly challenging over spring this year following all the rain last winter. Spreading on a growing crop means you really have to pick your moment.”

“The build quality of a Richard Western spreader is really good, and the team is excellent. They are attentive and their eagerness to adapt a machine to speci c requirements makes working with them easy. Angus and I are exchanging ideas on manure analysis, which is a key example of how receptive the company is to what we want.

“Angus has built us a trailer with a cover which can be used alongside these manures. Current legislation requires manure to be covered when transferred from professional livestock users’ sites to our elds. We experienced problems using traditional roll over sheets; when you tip the manure up, because it doesn’t run like grain, it comes out in a big lump, often bending the back of the trailer. I presented this problem to Angus and he told me: ‘you’re not the rst person to ask for this, and I’ve actually got an idea I’m working on.’ The fact he was keen to break the mould, think about it di erently and design something that worked brilliantly for us is a testament to his customer focus.”

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Robert continues: “We are still very much in the trial phase, but we need a good spreader to do it,

With current global issues in mind, and with the UK heavily reliant on imports of commercial fertiliser, we can expect to see more farmers and contractors looking at the bene ts of manure, and Richard Western Ltd is clearly well positioned to help. FG

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AS3000 delivers spread accuracy

Through extensive test hall and in- eld evaluations, the AS3000 Series has delivered wide spreading work widths, high spread rates per hectare and fast working speeds.

The rear twin hydraulic folding conveyor twin disc spreader has demonstrated increased spread widths of up to 48m for urea, over 52m for mineral granular fertilisers and up to 30m for drier owable limes, gypsum, basalt, sand, organic fertilisers, and other soil conditioners.

Performance, capacity and accuracy are combined in the AS3000 Series to o er precision

spreading to the farming and contracting enterprises, the manufacturer claims.

The series is available in three model sizes (AS3120 single axle, AS3150T tandem axle, and AS3220T

tandem axle) with a hopper capacity ranging from 9.7m3 to 16.8m3.

The Isobus compatible software interface controls all aspects of the spreader including priming to preload the conveyors with product on initial start-up and stationary clean out functions. It features an Isobus automatic electric single rear door actuator control, fold up and unfold positions of the conveyors, left and right independent headland border control and single belt section control.

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Knight tech makes the most of liquid fertiliser

Well-known for the technology that applies crop protection products with maximum accuracy, Knight Farm Machinery sprayers are also equipped with multiple features that help maximise e cacy of liquid fertilisers.

The 1,300–1,900-litre KM mounted and 2,500–3,000-litre KD demount ranges, which can be paired with 1,300–1,500-litre KF front tanks – plus the 3,500–12,000-litre KT trailed and 3,500–6,000-litre KSP selfpropelled models – can all handle liquid fertiliser without adaptation. Knight sprayers can be supplied with single, triple or quin nozzle bodies. Farmers can opt for the sprayers to be speci ed with airactuated Knight Individual Nozzle Switching (KINS), meaning each group of four bodies incorporates a Smart Module con gurable to provide section or individual nozzle switching. This can work with Knight Vario Select nozzle automation, which uses combinations of up to four di erent capacity nozzles simultaneously on each body to provide up to 16 application rates up to 800-litres/min. All these systems are optimised to get fertiliser to

where it is needed on the eld surface.

Highly-accurate pressure and ow control maximise application rate accuracy, while MAXImizer PRO full circulation ensures immediate response at the nozzles and complete rinse-out once work is complete.

With the volumes involved in liquid fertiliser application, Knight’s fast- ll pipework, with built-in breather, ensures quick turnaround times, maximising daily work rates. Just as importantly, any residual fertiliser remaining once work is complete can be quickly and safely evacuated via an integral pump-out

port.

The fact that Knight sprayers come with a comprehensive feature package makes these sprayers more than capable of handling fertiliser application needs alongside crop protection duties.

For more information, contact Knight Farm Machinery directly. FG

Knight sprayers incorporate multiple technologies designed to maximise application accuracy and work rates.

FERTILISER SPREADERS

Calcium – the forgotten nutrient

While some experts consider calcium to be part of the macro-nutrients family (along with NPK), others relegate it to a secondary nutrient.

LKAB o ers six reasons to consider calcium a foundational nutrient for plant and soil health.

1. Calcium is key to good soil structure. It helps improve soil structure, creating a healthy, aerated, biologically diverse soil which allows water and oxygen to move through the soil.

2. Calcium for nutrient uptake. Calcium rich soils improve nutrient use e ciency by maintaining a neutral pH.

3. Calcium for early season growth. It produces greater root mass and faster, better growth in spring. Factors which promote plant uniformity, a key measurement among row crop and forage growers.

4. Calcium for healthy plant tissue. Essential for enzyme systems, protein formation, cell structure and division, disease resistance. Calcium serves as a secondary messenger when plants are stressed.

5. Calcium for nutritious forages. In addition to edible crops, calcium helps make forages more nutritious.

6. Calcium for higher yields and pro t. Optimal calcium and pH produce higher gross and marketable yields.

We all know a neutral pH is best for nutrient use e ciency, ensuring 100% of

NPK is available for the crop to use.

At levels below neutral, some fertiliser is at risk of being lost to the environment (leaching, runo , locked up) as biology in the soil cannot break down nutrients into plant available form.

Some calcium products adjust pH quicker than others and is based on its Calcium Carbonate Equivalent or Neutralising Value. Reactivity of calcium depends on particle size. Finer particles provide a much larger surface area and neutralise acidity more quickly. Research shows that limes with a high proportion of particles below 0.5mm deliver faster pH correction and help maintain that pH for longer.

LKAB Minerals’ Calcifert granulated lime is produced from ultra- ne particles (less than 100 microns) and formed into 2–6mm granules. With a Neutralising Value of 55, these granules rapidly disperse on contact with moisture, releasing the ne particles and exposing a signi cantly larger surface area to the soil. This drives quick reactivity and pH correction.

Being a granule form, Calcifert can be spread by farm equipment up to 36m with available spreader setting data for several commercial brands.

When you are next looking at your nutritional programme, don’t let calcium be the forgotten nutrient. FG

Alentix heads up Kverneland’s fertiliser spreader portfolio

Alentix is the all-new twin-disc fertiliser spreader from Kverneland, boasting improved technology and higher performance spreading.

The agship of Kverneland’s fertiliser spreader portfolio (sitting above the Exacta TL) Alentix provides another option for farmers who seek accuracy and e ciency when spreading their bagged fertilisers.

Alentix is an Isobus machine with a hopper capacity of up to 4,700 litres and a spread width of up to 54m. Hopper extensions are no longer bolted together. On the Alentix, these extensions can be clipped together, making it easier and less time-consuming to add or remove as required.

Application accuracy is managed by four weigh cells. These elements work in combination with a dual reference sensor to maintain the desired ow rate, which the owner of the new Alentix spreader can set anywhere from 0–550kg/ min thanks to an all-new dosing system called ‘Rapid Rate’.

Rapid Rate uses a square-shaped aperture mechanism that provides faster regulation of application rates. This new design is intended to meet the demands of variable rate applications and the sophisticated MultiRate, which applies multiple rates within the chosen working width.

Available with mechanical PTO or iDC hydraulic drivelines, the Alentix brings additional technology to market. This includes a two-piece spreading disc – which simpli es disc changes

when swapping between the di erent types of eight-vane disc now available – and honeycomb pro le hopper grids that o er improved material ow.

In addition to these advancements, the spreader’s rear cover can be folded down to

create a walkway across the rear of the hopper, while an integrated quick-hitch makes coupling and uncoupling safer and easier.

Alentix includes Sync data transfer and can be used with either the Tellus 700 or 1200 terminals, or any AEF-certi ed universal terminal. FG

• Unmatched precision

• Maximum efficiency

• Hopper volume from 2,375 to 4,700 litres

• Spreading width up to 54 metres

• Patented square shaped dosing system

Alentix is the new ag-ship twin disc fertiliser spreader from Kverneland.

Getting application right for all fertilisers

According to Agricultural Engineers Association NSTS manager, Ian Forman, when a range of new fertilisers comes to market, it’s important to ensure they can all be spread accurately. Tray testing information may not have been added to the app for your spreader, thus making it di cult to nd the correct setting.

examiners will apply the settings best suited for your combination of fertiliser and machine to gain the best coe cient of variation (CV) applicable. The examiners’ aim is to achieve a CV of below 10% from all tests to help farmers gain the most cost-e cient bene ts out of the products applied. FG

Measuring each product for litre weight, hardness and granule size is carried out as part of an NSTS test before the machine is set up for the tray test to be conducted. This follows an inspection of the machine to ensure components are in place and working correctly.

size is carried out as part of an place and working correctly. spreaders is straightforward and

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each product is being spread

Calibration on all modern spreaders is straightforward and machines are constantly adjusting to apply the correct amount per hectare. Knowing how evenly each product is being spread can only be done by carrying out a tray test. Quali ed and experienced NSTS

NSTS manager, Ian Forman.

SmartFert Ltd and Recycled Crop Nutrients (RCN) are helping farmers unlock the value of recycled nutrients through innovative fertiliser and soil conditioning solutions designed for productive, sustainable agriculture.

manufactured to a consistent 2–5mm speci cation and independently calibrated for spreading up to 36 metres. Suitable for a wide range of crops, these enriching products provide valuable nutrients including phosphorus, potassium, sulphur, calcium and essential trace elements, delivering agronomic performance alongside a lower carbon footprint.

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Working in partnership with industry, agricultural businesses and universities, RCN specialises in transforming bioenergy sector residues – such as ashes, digestate and other nutrient-rich materials –into high-value fertiliser products. By recovering and reusing valuable nutrients, RCN helps businesses create new revenue streams, reduce waste management costs and support Net Zero ambitions. Through SmartFert, these innovative products are brought to market as practical, sustainable solutions which have been speci cally designed to meet the needs of today’s growers. SmartFert’s expanding portfolio includes precision fertilisers, soil conditioners and bespoke nutrient blends that support e cient crop production while contributing to long-term soil health. Several products within their range are organically approved, providing additional options for growers seeking sustainable and environmentally responsible nutrient management solutions.

Granulated products are

Micronised product range o ers exibility for spreading placement and combined drilling applications. These dust-free materials are particularly suited to arable, horticultural and specialist cropping systems, with bespoke blends available to meet speci c crop and soil requirements. Farmers can speak to a knowledgeable SmartFert representative about their needs.

In addition to crop nutrition, SmartFert o ers soil conditioning products such as marl and natural mined gypsum – two calcium rich additives that will help to improve soil structure, workability, drainage and root development. These solutions are increasingly important as growers seek resilient and sustainable approaches to soil management.

Farmers Guide readers looking to improve soil performance, optimise nutrient use or explore sustainable fertiliser alternatives can nd out more about SmartFert products by visiting www.smartfert.co.uk. FG

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Marl is a natural neutralising agent that can be used to cure acidic soils, encourage better root systems, and enhance microbial activity as it is mainly composed of dolomitic mudstone.

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Strube offers three established and one new sugar beet variety to UK growers for 2027; including BCN and Virus Yellows tolerance.

Contact: Richard Cogman on 07983 314424 or email: richard.cogman@ragt.com

Looking ahead: Sugar beet seed orders for 2027

As growers and advisors consider the BBRO Recommended List (RL) of sugar beet varieties for 2027, the increased choice of both genetic and seed prime and pellet options will be immediately apparent.

In addition to the list of familiar and new variety names, there are a number of varieties available with the breeder’s own prime and pellet and with the Germains Seed Technology option.

Signi cantly, tolerance traits are now available with yield levels comparable to the highest yielding varieties. The RL yield ‘lsd’(least signi cant di erence) of 4.4% should not be overlooked.

Combatting risks from pests and viruses

When selecting a variety for the following season, the risk of beet cyst nematode (BCN) can be more readily predicted on land that is known or suspected to have this pest problem, whereas predicting the risk of virus yellows (VY) and other foliar diseases is imprecise.

For example, the Rothamsted Research model in March predicted a 62% incidence of VY at the end of August for Bury, Cantley and Wissington in the absence of control, and 49% for Newark –these numbers were revised by the BBRO in early April, with the proportion of crops which could be infected with VY estimated to have increased by around 15% in the North and 10% in the East.

The risk to yield from VY can be reduced by selecting RAGT’s ST Tweed, which is the highest yielding virus yellows tolerant variety on the RL at 99% and is suitable for early sowing. ST Tweed has average sugar content with very low total impurities and shows low susceptibility to all three of the major foliar diseases. It will be o ered again at a highly competitive price for this added virus yellows yield protection, representing low-cost insurance when making seed selection choices later this summer/autumn.

In the 2024 BBRO ‘Goliath’ virus yellows trial, ST Tweed retained c.95% of its uninoculated yield when exposed to 100% beet mild yellows virus infection and 88% when exposed to 100% beet chlorosis virus infection. Following a decade of

Sugar beet varietal o er for 2027

Best for total yield

If the selection criteria focus is total yield, ST Rotterdam is RAGT’s newest variety for the UK market that is already proven in other European countries in BCN and SBR a ected regions. With an RL adjusted yield of 101.5% compared to the control – in combination with our ‘3Dplus’ prime and pellet – this puts it up with the very highest yielding varieties. Furthermore, it o ers above average sugar content, very low total impurities and good foliar disease scores. However, it is not suitable for early sowing.

Best for BCN tolerance

Where BCN tolerance is a priority, Button is a proven choice for growers, yielding 98.5% of control in the absence of nematodes. It is suitable for early sowing, o ering above average sugar content with low total impurity. In 2025, Button gave its best performance in the 2025 RL trials, re ecting its resilience under dry and

Varietal characteristics – data

stressed conditions – it is dependable when you need it most.

Like Button, the performance of Morgan in 2025 was its best yet and showed resilience to perform very well under dry, stressed conditions – it remains a reliable and dependable choice. At 99.1% of control for adjusted yield with average sugar content and low impurities, it is a competitive and reliable variety with excellent establishment. Morgan is not suitable for early sowing.

Strube is now an integral part of RAGT. The company o ers a range of more than 40 rotational species. Sugar beet expertise remains a core pillar within their diverse business; so farmers looking for a BCN hatch crop – such as oil radish or white mustard – should consider RAGT who also stock cereal or oilseed varieties.

RAGT’s sugar beet portfolio for the UK combines varieties that are well proven with newer varieties that bring virus yellow tolerance or yield progression to broaden choice for growers.

Total seed package for 2027

In terms of seed quality and seed treatment, breeding progress and genetic improvement continues to drive yield in conjunction with tolerance traits. This continuous genetic improvement is part of the total seed package o ered by RAGT.

The company’s reputation for the highest sugar beet seed quality re ects focus at every preparation step from multiplication, grading, polishing and their ‘3Dplus’ prime and pellet combination.

The RL list is available on the BBRO website, showing the comparative performance of breeder genetic in combination with the prime and pellet options.

RAGT says that growers selecting ‘3Dplus’ will experience reliable and dependable performance that is o ered with highly competitive pricing, delivering excellent value on farm. FG

intense tolerance breeding, we can now o er this trait cost e ectively to growers.

reaction rates. As such, applications made early in the day under favourable weather typically deliver the most consistent results.

Refining PPO-based haulm destruction in modern potato systems

The loss of

how growers approach end of crop management. A relatively simple “burn-down” exercise has evolved. Now, chemistry, timing and technique all play a de ning role.

In this landscape, protoporphyrinogen oxidase (PPO) inhibitors have become central to desiccation strategies, with Nichino’s Gozai (pyra ufen-ethyl) rmly established as a key active, explains Nichino commercial technical manager, Oliver Johnson.

Maximising performance of PPO inhibitors like Gozai starts with a good understanding of the chemistry. Knowing its behaviour in relation to environmental conditions, in particular ultraviolet wavelengths of sunlight, will signi cantly increase e cacy and lead to cost-e ective results.

E ective desiccation without diquat

E ective desiccation is essential to halt tuber bulking at the target size, promote robust skin set, and encourage stolon detachment ahead of harvest. Failure to remove the canopy quickly and completely can delay the lifting window, increase the risk of damage at harvest, and push tubers beyond desirable market speci cations.

Where diquat could be applied in a single pass, desiccation is increasingly a sequence of actions designed to open the canopy, expose the stems, and complete the kill in a controlled manner.

The behaviour of Gozai underpins much of this shift. Containing 26.5 g/L of pyra ufen-ethyl, its activity is entirely contact-based. Only those tissues directly contacted by the spray will be desiccated, placing far greater emphasis on application technique.

UV light levels

A strategy of Gozai integration ahead of a ailand-spray programme has become increasingly common outside of the UK. Applied 2–3 days ahead of ailing, it can weaken the canopy and initiate senescence. Post- ail applications bene t from improved access to stems, allowing for more targeted and e ective destruction.

treated foliage, the initial symptom of which is a wet appearance on the leaf surface as plant cell walls degrade and cellular structure collapses. Secondly, e cacy is heavily in uenced by bright conditions. In practical terms, application timing is just as critical as dose rate and should be made in the early-mid morning to capitalise on the day’s sunlight hours.

Where coverage is good, Gozai can deliver e ective foliage and stem desiccation. Canopy collapse may appear slightly slower than with legacy diquat-based programmes, but wellexecuted applications can deliver comparable results under favourable conditions.

Stem destruction remains the most challenging aspect of any chemical desiccation strategy. In dense crops, leaf material shields stems from spray penetration, limiting product contact. For this reason, a multi-stage approach is required, either using initial applications to open the canopy or integrating a ailing pass to expose stems ahead of follow-up treatments.

The importance of timing

From a programme perspective, Gozai should be positioned early within the desiccation sequence owing to its 14-day harvest interval. Application at 0.8-litres/ha, with up to two treatments spaced seven days apart, provides the foundation for canopy removal.

Sequential applications with other PPO inhibitors such as Carfentrazone are typically required to fully complete stem kill, particularly in vigorous crops or challenging conditions.

Tank-mixing with fungicide products such as cyazofamid is a common approach to managing the risk of late blight during dessication.

Best practices for Gozai application

For today’s growers and agronomists, the challenge is understanding how to use the selected product. When applied in line with best practice and supported by a robust programme, Gozai delivers consistent haulm destruction, reliable skin set, and improved harvest e ciency.

Typical desiccation strategies

In all three strategies, be mindful of total dose restriction of Gozai if used for weed control earlier in the season.

Straight Gozai

• T1 (start of senescence): Gozai @ 0.8-litres/ ha + Toil

• T2 (follow-up 7 days later): Gozai @ 0.8-litres/ ha + Toil

Flail + Gozai + Gozai

• Flail (start of senescence)

• T1 (follow-up 2–3 days later): Gozai @ 0.8-litres/ha + Toil

PPO inhibitors like Gozai are “photodynamic compounds” meaning they need UV light to create the free radicals which cause the leaf tissue degradation.

This explains two characteristics that de ne Gozai performance. Firstly, activity is rapid where contact is achieved, leading to visible necrosis of

Application strategy is fundamental. Timing should align with the onset of natural senescence, when canopy vigour is beginning to decline but plants remain physiologically active. Spraying early into a lush, actively growing crop can reduce e cacy and extend the overall programme duration. Coverage is arguably the most critical factor. High water volumes, typically around 300-litres/ha, are recommended, alongside the use of Toil to improve spray retention and penetration. Any compromise in coverage may lead to patchy results and increased risk of regrowth and blight infection. Adequate soil moisture supports plant metabolism and improves uptake, while warm temperatures enhance

• T2 (follow-up 7–10 days later if required): Gozai @ 0.8-litres/ha + Toil

Gozai + Flail + Gozai

Robust programme for indeterminate varieties or challenging conditions.

recommended, alongside the use of

• T1 (pre- ail application): Gozai @ 0.8-litres/ ha + Toil

• Flail (2–3 days later)

• T2 (post- ail application): Gozai @ 0.8-litres/ ha + Toil

supports plant metabolism

warm temperatures enhance

Nichino is keen to remind growers that Gozai is a contact herbicide and contains pyra ufenethyl. Gozai is a registered trademark. Use plant protection products safely. Always read the label and product information. Pay attention to the risk indications and follow the safety precautions. For further information visit www.nichino.uk FG

diquat has reshaped

Nichino commercial technical manager, Oliver Johnson.

A recent study has found that Blackjak improves marketable yield in onions.

Blackjak is a natural biostimulant for use agricultural and horticultural crops. Leonardite, the active ingredient in Blackjak contains bene cial organic fractions including humic, fulvic and ulmic acids, and humins. These fractions promote root growth and shoot development. They also play a role in the uptake of nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus.

Over the past ve years, Sipcam UK has seen success with Blackjak, particularly in maize and potato crops. Consistent performance in crop trials and eld-scale use has highlighted the potential opportunity to vegetable growers. With similar principle and approach, there is continued trial work ongoing to understand what Blackjak o ers for vegetable crop establishment and nutrient uptake. With support from the Vegetable Consultancy Service (VCS), Blackjak has been trialled to compare how application method impacts establishment parameters in onions. The trial compared untreated control to injection into the bed, injection followed by a foliar application or just foliar application to establish best approach. All treatments of Blackjak (injected and foliar) were applied at 2.0-litres/ha and all plots including untreated received a starter fertiliser at 350-litres/ha.

Results suggest that a

Positive impact of biostimulant on onion yield

combination of injection into the bed followed by a foliar spray provided the best performance, with a signi cant di erence observed in vigour compared to the control plot. Ground cover and target populations improved wherever a foliar application was made.

The combination treatment increased marketable yield and reduced unmarketable yield compared to the untreated control and the other application approaches. Treatment resulted in a mean increase of 5% in the proportion of 45–65mm bulbs and 3% in 65–85mm bulbs, alongside an 8% reduction in bulbs smaller than 45mm. These ndings suggest that the double application strategy improved marketable yield by promoting plant development towards larger bulb sizes. Interestingly, the inclusion of Blackjak, regardless of method improved the marketable yield compared to the untreated control.

The VCS’s research consultant agronomist, Dr James A. Fortune said: “Understanding how Blackjak bene ts the crop, particularly through promoting root development in a shallow-rooting crop such as onions, alongside detailed investigation into the most e ective application strategies, helps demonstrate the value this product may bring to the UK onion industry.”

For more information on Blackjak and the wider Sipcam UK portfolio visit www.sipcamuk.co.uk FG

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Acting as carriers through cell membranes, enhance the nutrient uptake

Increased photosynthesis, higher chlorophyll, and greater stress tolerance

Upregulating genes linked to root growth, stimulating better root structure

Blackjak (Injected & Foliar Spray)

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Spot spraying protects healthy crop growth

Precision spot spraying enables onion growers to better target weeds, without the risks of knocking back crop growth and a ecting plant health.

Selective herbicides applied conventionally can strip the onion’s protective leaf surface wax, leaving plants susceptible to stress and damage. Options for subsequent sprays, including fungicides or insecticides, may be limited, resulting in losses.

While crops frequently receive a blanket herbicide application to remove initial high weed populations, most growers are reluctant to treat later emerging weeds if e ects on the growing crop will be severe, says Techneat agri application specialist, James English.

“Later emerging weeds create competition with the crop for moisture, nutrients and light. Weed infested crops are less consistent in bulb size and maturity, and more di cult to dry cleanly for lifting,” he advises.

“The ability to make three or four passes with a Weed Wizard to spot treat weeds (without a ecting the growing crop) removes competition to improve bulb size and consistency.”

The Weed Wizard uses a series of individually switched nozzles across a three-bed system to target weeds. Guided by multiple cameras, the software system is pre-programmed to hit weeds outside of the crop row, so does not rely on AI machine learning or expensive subscription models.

Cambridgeshire onion grower James Martin

Scaman, Bayer Technical Manager

of Martin & Sons believes he’s typically spraying less than 2% of the eld area when using Weed Wizard. That represents a saving in chemical cost, but it’s the chance to avoid crop damage and open the window for other treatments at optimum timing that is most bene cial. James considers stronger plants to be more resilient to other stresses and diseases.

James Martin makes an early overall herbicide application soon after planting. That is followed with up to three treatments using the Weed Wizard. Initially, the machine is set up to spray without hitting the establishing crop. As weeds

become larger, it can be set to target individual plants.

The technology helps to reduce overall pesticide use and cut carbon emissions in the fresh produce sector. James grows potatoes and sugar beet in the rotation, so there is future potential to expand the use of precision spot spraying in those crops.

James English adds: “Growers can ‘try-beforeyou-buy’ with the Weed Wizard and get a full season evaluation through the Techneat hire scheme, without the full capital outlay for a machine.” FG

With no reported resistance, 70% of UK growers trust its two complementary active substances from di erent modes of action*

Early start. Season-long control.

Start In nito® applications early in your programme to build strong foundations for foliar and tuber blight protection. We recommend 3-4 applications through the season, up to seven days before harvest.

Betaseed strengthens its commitment to British sugar beet growers

Betaseed is entering a new phase in its long-standing commitment to British sugar beet growers, bringing its UK seed sales fully in-house after many successful years in partnership with Limagrain.

This strategic step re ects a clear focus on strengthening relationships across the sector while ensuring growers continue to bene t from highperforming varieties, reliable supply, and tailored local support.

Central to this move is the appointment of Stephanie Chapman as key account manager for the UK. Her role will enhance direct collaboration with growers, enabling Betaseed to respond more quickly and e ectively to the needs of British farms. By working closely with the industry – including the Seed Working Group, British Sugar, and NFU Sugar – Stephanie will help ensure that growers have access to trusted, independent data from the BBRO Recommended List trials, supporting con dent variety choices season after season.

Alongside this strengthened commercial presence, Alexander Beesley will play an important role in aligning Betaseed’s breeding programme with the speci c demands

of the UK market. Delivering varieties that combine yield, resilience, and consistency remains a priority, particularly in a climate where crop performance and pro tability are under increasing pressure.

Proven genetics such as BTS 1915 underpin this commitment, o ering growers reliability and strong eld performance.

Innovation also remains at the heart of Betaseed’s o er. The company’s Conviso Smart system, including varieties such as BTS SMART 8565, provides growers with an advanced solution for weed control, helping to simplify management and protect yield potential. In parallel, Betaseed continues to invest in seed technology through its proprietary Ultipro processing, designed to optimise seed establishment, vigour, and early crop development under a wide range of conditions.

This transition to a fully in-house UK operation highlights Betaseed’s longterm dedication to the British sugar beet sector. By combining innovative genetics, leading technologies, and a dedicated local team, the company is well positioned to support growers in maintaining sugar beet as a productive and pro table crop for the future. FG

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Tolerance: Rhizomania

Highest yielding variety on the BBRO Recommended List 2027

High adjusted tonnes: 103.4% treated / 103.8% untreated

Stable yield over several seasons and challenging weather conditions

One harvester, various solutions

Standen Engineering’s T2XS harvester is best known as a trailed potato harvester, but its capabilities extend beyond potatoes. Designed for versatility, gentle crop handling and maximum output, the T2XS is suited to a wide range of root crops, making it a potentially valuable investment for growers.

Advanced separation systems –including the adaptable OMEGA and Pro-Clean options – mean the T2XS can handle onions, carrots, beetroot, parsnips and other specialist root vegetables. An increased separation area and improved crop ow allow operators to maintain excellent cleaning performance while minimising crop damage, even in challenging soil conditions.

The T2XS o ers exibility through adjustable web speeds, con gurable roller options and multiple picking

table layouts, enabling growers to tailor the harvester to crop type and harvesting condition. Its machine levelling system delivers stable performance across uneven ground, maintaining harvesting quality and productivity.

For onion growers, optional wider discharge elevators and onionspeci c harvesting kits enhance the machine’s capability, ensuring smooth handling of delicate crops. User-friendly touchscreen controls and improved service access provide operators with greater control, reduced downtime and enhanced harvesting con dence.

Standen Engineering claim the British-built T2XS is a versatile, high-performance harvesting solution engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern root crop production. FG

Multiple uses for hook links

In root crop farming, hook links (sometimes known as ‘hook chain’) are commonly used in drag chain conveyors, where they transport crops such as potatoes, carrots, and onions from one stage to another. They are also useful in soil handling systems that move excess dirt away from harvested crops.

Further uses for hook links include installation in bucket elevators to lift crops or materials in storage and processing facilities, and in root crop cleaning systems where they help drive belt mechanisms.

Root Force has supplied hook links for use in manure spreaders and soil conveyor systems for

transporting organic matter and removing debris from harvested root crops.

While hook links are essential for connecting and maintaining chain systems, they are not suitable for direct crop contact or sieving processes, for which belted webs, belted chains or sieve webs are more appropriate.

If you require any of these products or more information, contact Root Force via the contact form on the company’s website: www.rootforce.co.uk or give the team a call to see how they can help you nd the right product for your machine.

Tungsten carbide coulters have a long service life

JJ Metcalfe & Son has a reputation as a specialist in the application of tungsten carbide to sugar beet, maize, vegetable and herb coulters, delivering durable, highperformance solutions for modern farming operations.

Designed with precision and longevity in mind, the company’s tungsten carbide cutting edge creates a sharp V-shaped track that e ectively traps seed in place, reducing the risk of seed roll while improving depth consistency and spacing accuracy. This enhanced seed placement promotes superior seed-to-soil contact, resulting in stronger germination and healthier crop establishment the company claims.

Built to withstand demanding

working conditions, the hardwearing tungsten carbide edge maintains its shape and sharpness over an exceptionally long service life, helping to minimise downtime and reduce replacement costs for growers and contractors.

With e ciency and reliability becoming increasingly important in modern agriculture, JJ Metcalfe & Son’s innovative coulter solutions continue to provide farmers with practical advantages in the eld, combining precision performance with outstanding durability, the company claims.

For further information, join JJ Metcalfe & Son at Groundswell on 1st and 2nd July 2026 or contact the company directly. FG

• ADDING TUNGSTEN CARBIDE TO COULTERS INCREASES LIFE BY OVER SIX TIMES IN COMPARISON TO STEEL ENSURES OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE THROUGHOUT WORKING LIFE GREATLY IMPROVES ACCURACY AND CONSISTENCY

• TUNGSTEN CARBIDE CAN BE ADDED TO A WIDE VARIETY OF COULTERS FOR DIFFERENT ROOT CROP APPLICATIONS SUGAR BEET COULTERS AVAILABLE FOR NEXT DAY DELIVERY

Visit our website www.jjmetcalfeandson.com or call 01609 771124

AI optical sorting solution for unwashed red beets

Building on the success of the CropVision+ Optical Sorter for unwashed potatoes, tailed and untailed onions, Downs – a leader in reception, automatic sorting and storage solutions – has announced a world rst: the launch of an optical sorting solution for unwashed red beets on its CropVision+.

This breakthrough positions Downs as the rst company in the world to o er an AI-powered automated optical sorting solution for unwashed red beets, opening a new chapter in the history of the red beet sector and con rming the French company’s role as a technology pioneer.

Until now, the sorting of unwashed red beetroots relied exclusively on manual or mechanical methods, with the limitations they entail in terms of precision, productivity and ergonomics for operators. Downs today takes a decisive step forward by o ering the rst intelligent optical sorting solution dedicated to this crop, drawing on many years of expertise in optical sorting and arti cial intelligence.

The AI algorithm harnesses the full power of the CropVision+ with its advanced processors and HD

camera system to accurately identify defects and anomalies while handling the product with care. The result is an automatic sorting process that surpasses the capabilities of the human eye, while maintaining high throughputs suited to industrial requirements. FG

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Store to dispatch: Protect crop quality

Maintaining crop quality during handling is a priority for UK growers, and the Farm Electronics Fall Breaker range is designed speci cally to minimise damage during the lling of lorries, bunkers, boxes and big bags. Suitable for potatoes, onions, shallots, carrots and other root crops, the system uses a retractable folding chute with eight exible plastic-fabric aps that gently guide produce, reducing impact and bruising.

Available in three models, VC40, VC60 and VC80; the range o ers capacities of 15, 30 and 50tph respectively, making it suitable for operations of all sizes. Hopper widths range from 430mm to 830mm, while optional features include automatic product sensing, conveyor control, stainless-steel frames and reinforced rubber components for enhanced durability.

Combining exibility, simplicity and proven performance, the Farm Electronics Fall Breaker range helps growers reduce waste, protect crop quality and maximise marketable yields.

For more information visit www.farmelec.co.uk or contact Farm Electronics directly. FG

New appointment for Tong

Tong SwiftLift, part of the Tong Engineering Group, is strengthening its engineering, electrical development and customer support capabilities with the appointment of Tom Allwood as electrical and service manager. Bringing nearly two decades of industry experience to the role, Tom joins Tong SwiftLift with extensive knowledge of the SwiftLift range of elevators and conveyors.

Since o cially joining Tong SwiftLift in April 2026, Tom is now taking responsibility for all electrical production across the SwiftLift range, alongside managing aftersales service and support. In addition, Tom will

Tom said: “I know the SwiftLift range of products very well and I’m really looking forward to helping grow and develop the business now it is part of Tong Engineering Group. We are excited to provide dedicated service support for all Tong SwiftLift customers from our Holbeach site, as well as supporting local Tong Engineering customers too.”

Richard Knighton, general manager at Tong SwiftLift, added: “Tom’s experience with both the SwiftLift product range and Tong equipment makes him a fantastic addition to the team. His technical expertise across electrical systems, machinery installations and customer support will play an important role as we continue to Tom Allwood (left) with Richard Knighton.

Maleic hydrazide delivers results for Lincolnshire potato grower

Tuber dormancy this season did not break in Lincolnshire potato grower John Coggon’s stores until January, which he attributes to maleic hydrazide (MH) being applied under ideal conditions during the last week of July.

As well as ideal timing, John Coggon also changed his approach, applying the product on its own rather than tank-mixing it with blight fungicides.

John grows 81ha of chipping potatoes for the local sh-and-chip market. With around 1,000 tonnes held in storage until June, he has needed up to four applications of sprout suppressant in the past. However, this season, an application of DMN in January followed by Argos in May has been enough. That’s a signi cant cost saving, which John puts down to the maleic hydrazide application.

Significantly better performance

“It was perfect growing conditions when it went on,” says John. “Having a good crop canopy is key. We normally try to incorporate the MH into our blight spray programmes and mix it with either Ranman Top (cyazofamid) or Shirlan ( uazinam), but last year we just applied the MH.

“We saw signi cantly better performance from MH applying it on its own, which is what we will do going forward.”

In addition to the increased dormancy due to the MH, John noticed that the tubers were uniform, with little secondary growth, an issue that was a challenge for many potato growers trying to cope with last year’s drought conditions, notes UPL potato technical specialist, Geo Hailstone.

“Where there was wet weather after the hot and dry spell, there were reports of secondary growth and potatoes already sprouted when they were lifted. Some varieties from certain

VEGETABLE & ROOT CROPS

locations where the drought conditions were worst broke dormancy very early,” says Geo . “A lot of these issues can be linked to growers not being able to get MH on in time, particularly on determinant varieties, which went o very quickly.”

One opportunity to get it right

It is for these reasons that Geo sympathises with growers who incorporate MH into blight sprays, although UPL’s advice, developed with the help of Dr Mark Stalham, is to always apply MH alone.

“Getting MH on perfectly can be tricky, and sometimes growers need to accept compromises. However, our advice is that growers prioritise the application of Fazor (maleic hydrazide) because there is only one opportunity to get it right,”

explains Geo . of yield. This is due to MH

“In particular, the tuber size must be correct because if Fazor is applied too early, it may prevent tuber development and cause loss of yield. This is due to MH a ecting cell division but not cell expansion.

Once tubers reach 25mm in size, cell

New liquid MH formulation available this year

UPL has launched a liquid formulation of maleic hydrazide, Fazor Flo, which is available to buy this season, shares Geo . This goes alongside its existing water-soluble granule formulation, Fazor. Fazor Flo is available in 600-litre and 300-litre IBCs, as well as 20-litre cans.

“There is no di erence in the performance of Fazor Flo and Fazor, it’s about the growers’ choice,” he explains. “Some growers prefer the liquid formulation because it is easier to handle large volumes in IBCs as opposed to bags. However, at the same time, lots of people get on really well with Fazor as the existing granule formulation.”

One bene t UPL has observed with the Fazor Flo formulation is that it produces less foam when agitated than Fazor or other liquid MH brands. “For a grower who has had issues with MH foaming when they are spraying, it is a really good option,” Geo concludes.

division is complete, and there is no negative e ect on yield.

“When it comes to application, Fazor should not be tank mixed with any other products. It should not be applied less than 24 hours before

irrigation or rainfall, and only in the evening if daytime temperatures exceed 25°C. I would recommend a water volume of 350–550 litres per hectare to achieve optimal crop coverage and slow drying on the leaf.” FG

potato technical specialist, Geo Hailstone.

JONES BROTHERS

The wheat futures, cattle, pig and lamb prices as at or around 12th June 2026.

Each month, Farmers Guide publishes a summary showing the London Feed Wheat Futures, overall all-prime cattle deadweight, GB Standard Pig Price (SPP), and deadweight lamb average prices as provided by Openfield (grain) and AHDB (livestock).

This month's data covers the period from June 2025 to early June 2026 or longer, to allow a simple comparison of prices across the year and highlight any trends. The prices shown are the latest available at the time of going to press. FG

Wheat and livestock pricing guide

London Feed Wheat Futures for November 2026

A letter from your EDITORS, OLD and NEW

Farmers Guide says a sad goodbye to outgoing editor Rachel Hicks, but also welcomes a new editor, Gregory Shorter, to the team this month.

Dear readers,

I’ve been o ered some space to introduce myself. My name is Gregory Shorter and from the August edition onwards, I’ll be the new editor at Farmers Guide. I’m nearing the completion of a period of shadowing our brilliant current editor Rachel Hicks and facing the slightly daunting prospect of editing all future issues of Farmers Guide without her expert guidance.

Don’t worry, I’m not looking to shake things up. Farmers Guide has been a well-regarded title for nearly half a century because it talks good farming sense to readers who know their subject inside out, and I want to continue in that tradition.

I’m joining the industry at a time of the greatest change in agricultural practices since the introduction of the tractor. The appliance of new agronomic methods and advanced technologies is changing the industry and I want Farmers Guide to be at the forefront of documenting these changes. For me, I perceive the principle challenges facing the modern day farmer to be the following – but please do let me know if there is something you feel is more pressing:

• Policy environment and lack of clarity from government

hearing from you.

I’ll give the nal word to our outgoing editor, Rachel, who I know has had a wonderful time in this post and would like to share a last message:

“I started at Farmers Guide almost seven years ago, bringing with me 20+ years of journalism and publishing experience, but almost zero knowledge of the agricultural industry. Luckily for me, everyone involved in the farming world was so welcoming, patient and helpful, and it didn’t take long for me to feel very much at home.

“However, I quickly realised just how much there was to learn and even now, the speed at which things change in the farming landscape means every day is a school day – not just for me, but also for farmers, agronomists, advisors, specialists, seed breeders, manufacturers, machinery operators and everyone in between.

• In ation – felt especially keenly this year in the rising prices of fertiliser and fuel

• Lack of transparency in the supply chain and the dominance of the supermarkets

• Climate change and carbon policy.

Farmers Guide has a role to play in amplifying the voice of farmers on all of these issues.

One message I’d like to share with readers is that we are a very contactable magazine. If you have an idea for an article or if you think that something we’ve reported on could be added to or improved, let us know! The contacts for our reporters and editors are on the website.

If you see us out and about at events, come and say ‘hello’ – if there’s anything you’d like to see more of in the magazine, tell us! I look forward to

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continue to provide content that serves you.

“During my tenure at Farmers Guide, I have edited 82 issues of the magazine amid changes in government and policy, Brexit, the loss of a Queen and crowning of a new King, extreme weather conditions from both ends of the scale and, of course, seen the magazine through a global pandemic – certainly trying times, but somehow we, and you, have made it through by doing what farmers always do – we carried on carrying on.

“The aim of Farmers Guide is very much to support, advise, and engage with farmers. You, our readers, are at the core of what we do, and without you, there would be no us. One thing that has been a constant theme during my time here is that the people in this industry are its most important asset. So, as your new editor Greg has said above, please do get in touch with your ideas, thoughts, questions and requests, so that the Farmers Guide team can

“One thing is for sure – I will look back fondly on my time working within the agricultural industry, and I’m so grateful to have had this opportunity.

“But now, I pass the honour of this editorship to the very capable hands of Greg Shorter, and I hope you make him feel as welcome as you did me.

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York Machinery Sale is one of the biggest and most well recognised auction sales of agricultural tractors, vehicles and machinery in the country.The sales attract a large attendance of buyers from the UK and overseas.

There are 9 sales in the year, each attracting between 3,500 and 4,500 lots of tractors, loaders, trailers, agricultural and commercial machinery, livestock requisites, plant and equipment, building materials, produce etc.

Including: Cherry Box, Ifor Williams LM166 trailer, 2009 Nissan Primastar van, Yamaha Grizzly 450 quad (spares only), 2016 Ford Transit custom van, 2015 Volkswagen Transporter van (spares only), Nissan 2020 Navara pickup, 2023 JCB 538X60 AGX Loadall (NI) (spares only), Ifor Williams TA510 stock trailer not recorded, Ifor Williams stock trailer, 2007 Nissan Navara pickup, Honda Quad (not recorded), Reco Mengele SH40N, KRM M35W Fertiliser spreader, 2025 Jiayuan JY1320-ZLH electric van, Major Topper, 2009 Ford Ranger pickup, 2025 Ford Transit custom van, 2004 Horsch Leeb 5LT sprayer, 2013 Massey Ferguson 3625 compact tractor, 2014 Massey Ferguson 7618 Dyna - 6 tractor, 2014 Challenger MT765D tractor, 2019 John Deere 6R 130 tractor, 2018 Ford Transit custom van, 2016 ISUZU D-MAX pickup, 2024 Ford Transit minibus (not recorded), 2017 Mitsubishi L200 pickup, 2000 Volkswagen Transport van (spares only), Benford Terex dumper, dumper (not recorded), 2011 Land Rover Defender 110 (spares only), 2022 Ford Transit custom van, Schmitz Cargobull refrigerated trailer, Ifor Williams horse trailer, 2019 Ford Transit welfare van, Kellfri SKL 145 mower.

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Well maintained arable equipment for M B & A Stone 2014 NH T8-390 TRACTOR, 2019 McCONNEL AGRIBUGGY 24M SPRAYER, VADERSTAD SEED HAWK, HORSCH 6RT JOKER, PLOUGH, SIMBA ROLLS AND CULTIVATORS, FLATLIFT, 3 MB TRAC 1100/1000, MF 590, JCB DIGGERS, TRAILERS, SCALES, CHERRY PICKERS, SPARES

TUESDAY 30th JUNE Live and Online

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Vintage, classic and later tractors including MOURNE COLLECTION PART 2 FORD, MASSEY FERGUSON AND FERGUSON TRACTORS, 100 FERGUSON AND MASSEY FERGUSON IMPLEMENTS, FERGUSON DEMONSTRATION MODEL

Also other collections – MF 1150, CASE 2094, 2294, 2290, JD 4520, FORD 5000 SOS, MF135, 35 APPROX 500 MODELS, GOOD TRACTOR LITERATURE, BROCHURES

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Massey Ferguson DM 205 Mounted Disc Mower (19’-Excellent Condition), Trailers, Grassland Machinery, Livestock Equipment, Sundries & Efects-All Non Vat

Also included by kind permission

International 485 2WD c/w Trima 1020 Power Loader

John Deere Diesel Gator XUV 855M Model (20’), Land Rover D250 (23’)

Friday 17th July 2026 at 10.30am

Large Dispersal Sale, Close to M1

FOSTON HALL FARM, FOSTON, LEICESTER, LE8 5WP

John Deere S770i Hill Master Combine (523 Engine Hours/394 Work Hours-18’)

John Deere 6195R 4WD (1,996 hours-16’, 50KPH - Excellent Condition)

John Deere 7530 Premium 4WD (3,444 hours, 50KPH-Excellent Condition)

Deutz Fahr Agrovector 37.7 Telehandler (16’-Very Low Hours)

Massey Ferguson 6475 Dyna 6, Same Titan 160 4WD & Same Silver 100.6 4WD, Massey Ferguson 50EX and 50D Loaders, Two-Crawlers

Marshall QM1800 18 Ton Twin Axle Grain Trailer, Two- AS Marston 14 Ton Twin Axle Grain Trailers and more. Arable Machinery-to include Simba Rolls, Combination Drills, Disc Harrows, Cultivators and more, General Machinery & Implements, Grain Equipment, New Parts and Spares, Sundries & Efects

Detailed catalogue available at www.bagshaws.com

Online Bidding available for Larger Machines and Tractors

Considering a sale? Contact Mark Elliott on 07973 673092 for friendly,

Download Catalogues: www.bagshaws.com 01889 562811

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Genuine Online Timed Aucton

Commencing Friday 26th June

Finishing from 12pm on Tuesday 7th July

Firgo Farm, Tufon, Whitchurch, RG28 7RE

Dispersal Sale of Combine, Tractor & Arable Machinery

Including: John Deere S790i Hillmaster Combine (18) with 35’ Header, John Deere 6155R Autopower (17), Honda Fourtrax ATV (05), Horsch Leeb 4 AX 24m Trailed Sprayer, Horsch Sprinter 6 ST Drill (22), Vaderstad Cultus 300 Cultvator, Kverneland LD85 5f Rev. Plough, McConnel 3m Shakerator, Kverneland Exacta-TL Geo Fertliser Spinner, McConnel PA 6565T Hedgetrimmer (18), Twose 12.4m Cambridge Rollers, Trailers, Atachments, 2 no. Starfre 6000 Receivers, etc. Further details to follow.

Greg Ridout: 01935 382909/07817 517467 On behalf of Testbourne Farm Partnership (Change of Farming Policy) Online bidding available through symondsandsampson.co.uk

ATVs/UTVs

KAWASAKI Mule Pro DX diesel

4x4, only 1700mls, 230hrs use, 2018, road legal, in excellent condition. £7,996+VAT. d murrell Tel 07713 045070 (Norfolk)

KAWASAKI KLF300c 4wdquad

c/w Evans & Pearce spreader for slug pellets/small seeds, manual gearbox, all full working order & like new, very low mileage 1942mls, done very little work & all original. £2,700 & spreader £300. £3,000 ono. R Shearwood Tel 07889 488036 (Lincolnshire)

HI SUN electric agribuggy, only done 84 miles from new, road legal, 24reg, as new.

£8,000+VAT. D Murrell Tel 07850 724139 (Norfolk)

2020 Tinger TR5 tracked ATV, 3cyl 812cc, c/w tow bar, bull bar, winch, bilge pump, roof rack, spotlights, heater, snow plough, covers difficult terrain with low impact, operation service & repair manuals, ideal for wetlands/peat bog.

£25,000+VAT ono. D Green Tel 07957 575894 (Gwynedd)

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BALERS & BALE HANDLING

PARMITER wrapper for sale, serviced & ready for work, can be seen working, good reliable machine. I Hudson Tel 07766 395220 (Bedfordshire)

INTERNATIONAL 440 baler, in working order. J Adams Tel 07812 367009 (Worcestershire)

FARMHAND 64 bale stack transporter, been on farm since new, very good condition for age, straight, good tyres, not used for a few years, but stored under cover.

£575+VAT ono. O Hammond Tel 07733 326987 (Suffolk)

MEIJER flat 8 bale sledge, c/w bale chamber connection plate, rails & brackets, good condition for age, stored under cover.

£525+VAT ono. O Hammond Tel 07733 326987 (Suffolk)

2021 Fendt Rotana 160V

£25,000+VAT

variable chamber, 11000 bales, in-cab control box, operator’s books, barn stored, hyd brakes, hi-speed, hi-output machine in superb condition

info@jamesmurrell.co.uk 01603 712222 Norwich, Norfolk www.jmurrell.co.uk

KRONE KR 130B fixed chamber round baler, 2002, chain-andslat, tidy bales, straightforward & reliable. £2,000 ono. H Hammond Tel 07535 877162 (Cambridgeshire)

MASSEY FERGUSON MF 185 mini big square baler, 2005, good condition. £8,250+VAT. R Lane Tel 07831 615912 (Cambridgeshire)

LELY Welger AP830 high output conventional baler, 2010, hydraulic drawbar & pick up lift, Bale Bandit drawbar, in excellent condition, sale due to retirement. £11,000+VAT. M Fleming Tel 07881 913725 (Lincolnshire)

MF 185 Series 2 tandem axle, knotter blower & cutter, farmer owned, low bale count. £15,500+VAT ono. P Purser Tel 07917 035607 (Buckinghamshire)

MF 1839 conventional baler, 2013, good tidy well maintained baler, been kept as spare baler for the last 3 seasons & not used so moving it on, contact Andy for details. £13,000+VAT ono. A Simpson Tel 07759 285364 (Derbyshire)

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Offers. P White Tel 07973 657194 (Buckinghamshire) NEW HOLLAND BR7070 round baler, 2008, Superfeed pick up reel, variable bale size, makes a lovely bale, 24k bales, have cover for spare net wraps, just has broken hinge. £6,000+VAT ono. A Youngman Tel 07732 042213 (Suffolk)

NEW HOLLAND 276 Super Hayliner baler, good condition. £1,250 ono. J Clark Tel 07841 873629 (Essex)

KVERNELAND Accord Monopill

SE 12 row, electric drive, pre em markers, granular applicator non tested, Kverneland terminal can be used Isobus, hydraulic folding, good working order, some spares. £7,950 no VAT. D Martin Tel 07710 551915 (Lincolnshire)

STANHAY belt seeders, set of four, 1990, with various belts, swede, carrot, onion, etc, on the tool bar, everything works, used a couple of years ago, good condition for age. £150. D Cook Tel 07588 931774 (Lancashire)

Väderstad

Väderstad

Väderstad

Väderstad BioDrill BDA 360

Väderstad

Väderstad Carrier CR650CB

Väderstad

ROOFING MATERIALS

Roofing Supplies

01622 832666 07939 114023

METAL SHEETS

SAFETY-STORE chemical store, 2020, fully insulated, bunded & lockable, ideal chemical or Adblue store, easily get an IBC inside, c/w shelf, has pallet tine lifting points & feet to bolt down into concrete, in excellent condition. £1,200+VAT ono.

451171 (Staffordshire)

SAFETY-STORE chemical store, 2020, fully insulated, bunded, lockable, 1.72m wide, 1.7m deep, 2.45m high, ideal for chemical or Adblue, 2 shelves, has tine holders & feet to bolt down, in excellent condition. £900+VAT ono. T Hinchley Tel 07802 396931 (Nottinghamshire)

HESSTON 6400S swather, 1983, 14’ header with trailer, hydro drive with rear castor wheels, Perkins engine, barn stored, simple to maintain & operate, good working order, no longer growing OSR; also S/R draper header to fit JD combine. £4,252+VAT ono. M Burrough Tel 07860 246156 (Somerset)

MASSEY FERGUSON 40RS combine, 1994, 20’ cut, recent new grain pan & re-thresher drum. £9,000+VAT. L Patchett Tel 07719 742598 (East Yorkshire)

WANTED

COMBINE HARVESTERS & agricultural machinery KM Group 07944 116870 kmgroupcombine@gmail.com

DRAPER 12' pickup header, 2000, been on Massey Ferguson 36 combine. £1,000 ono. E Briggs Tel 07432 672509 (Nottinghamshire)

COMBINE header trailer, good condition. £75+VAT. C Howell Tel 07798 668239 (Norfolk)

1976 Claas Dominator 105 Hydro, 15' header with trolley, new variable speed belt fitted, same owner since 1976, barn stored, good condition. £2,500 no VAT. R Alcock Tel 07791 728834/01695 722950 (Lancashire)

DEUTZ-FAHR 2385,12' header on trailer, 1985, 2240hrs, retirement sale, owned 14yrs, super clean, only cut 10–15ha small scale seed crops per year, chopper & V5C, contact for more details or to view. £5,000+VAT. C Darlow Tel 07739 462887 (Cambridgeshire)

CLAAS Lexion 470, 2004, Autocontour header 7.6m, 3803 engine/2615 fieldwork/1553 drum hrs, stored in shed, owner driven, always serviced by Claas, hybrid machine, side knife attachment, rape kit, Laser Autopilot, Cat engine. £30,000+VAT ono. O Everard Tel 01507 490602 (Lincolnshire)

AGRICULTURAL AND PLANT HIRE & SALES

JCB 536.95 AGRI XTRA TELEHANDLER

2022, 4000hrs, ours from new. Maintained by JCB, trail welcome

2000L REFURBISHED STATIC WESTERN GLOBAL TANK

Bunded, cleaned internally, blasted, repainted. Hand pump inc

JCB

LARGE STOCK OF BUNDED TOWABLE FUEL BOWSERS

Available with or without Adblue. From 500L2000L. 12v pumps, filters, flowmeters can be fitted. Call Michelle for details

ISEKI AND KUBOTA COMPACT TRACTOR HIRE 20 to 60hp cabbed and open, all attachments available to hire and buy OFFICE CONTAINERS FOR SALE OR HIRE Various sizes available, also smaller storage containers

Rape/Borage

two 1997 machines, 3014/3086hrs, both 16’ headers, two transport trailers for each machine, sound working

wheel eradicators, oil cooled main gearbox, 1st class condition

Cousins Type 28 Cultivator 2023, 5.6 m, leading tines, levelling paddles, twin 650mm razor ring packers, metal 90/100% Simba/Great

Twose Consolidator 630-75

Redrock 20T Grain Trailer 2014, sprung drawbar, manual tailgate, grain chute,

TWB 8m Trailed Cultivator 2018, 4 rows of tines, 650mm DD type press 80%, excellent low diesel usage cultivator

Twin Axle Bunded Tractor Drawn Fuel Bowser 2018, 3000L diesel, 200L AdBlue, 12v pump, lter, ow meter, otation wheels

Amazone AD-P 3000 Special 3m Combination Drill 2017, KX 3000 PH, rotec disc coulters, new metal, low hectares, immaculate condition

Dalbo Heavy Land Hyd Folding Front Press 2020, 4m, 800mm rings, very heavy duty, demo condition

Vaderstad 3m Carrier Cultivator 2022, two rows of discs 95%, 700mm packer, levelling harrow, hardly used

Philip Watkins Tri-Axle Water Liquid Fertilizer Bowser 2021, 18,000L, 550/45 x 22.5 otation wheels, chemical lockers, 3" outlet

Teagle Multi-Disc 250 XL Vario 5 2018, width 2.5m, 4 hyd auto reset legs, 2 rows discs, 650mm packer, metal 95%, hardly used

Shelbourne Reynolds Mentor

Swathers

swathers

HIREPARTSREPAIRS

Over

CLAAS Dominator 96, 15' cut, Mercedes engine, always stored under cover. £6,500+VAT ono. K Ollett Tel 01359 270047/07753 859881 (Suffolk)

& refurbished

NEW HOLLAND CR9080 Elevation, 2010, exceptional condition, owned & always barn stored for last 10yrs, 30’ Varifeed header with trailer, 2 hydraulic side knives, 2310 engine/1855 drum hrs, viewing welcome Sth Bucks/Oxon border. £80,000+VAT ono. T Baxter Tel 07730 307844 (Buckinghamshire)

MATROT OSR side knife, hardly used. £500+VAT. M Wheeler Tel 07808 200404/01892 722532 (eves) (Kent)

CLAAS Lexion C750 Auto Contour combine harvester header & bed trailer, 2015, in good working condition. £2,995+VAT ono. J Wright Tel 07970 717310 (Nottinghamshire)

MACDON swather for sale. J Farquharson Tel 07867 977000 (Aberdeenshire)

CLAAS Dominator 86, 1981, with 4042hrs on the clock, 5 walker, c/w both 15’ header & a 3.2m Shelbourne Reynolds Draper header, stored in barn for the last couple of years. £3,995+VAT. J Wright Tel 07970 717310 (Nottinghamshire)

JOHN DEERE 9680i Hillmaster combine harvester, 3150 eng hrs, 2200 drum hrs, 622R header, good condition, serviced annually. £45,000 ono D Skinner Tel 07766 578916 (Aberdeenshire)

JOHN DEERE 2066 Hillmaster, 1996, f/w rear camera, 820 header & trolley, c/w side knife, 3133 engine/2517 drum hrs. £27,000+VAT. N Suffield Tel 01789 48804 day/01789 488572 eve (Warwickshire)

CLAAS 750 Montana, 2018, 1871eng/1229 drum hrs, 30kph & GPS, 930 Vario c/w 2 hyd side knives, built in header extension plates on braked trailer, 320kw Mercedes eng, fronts 900/60-R32, rears 600/65-R28, serviced by Claas. £132,500+VAT ono. J Mayes Tel 07970 549060 (Kent)

NEW HOLLAND 8055, 1986, 2141hrs, 2 owners, same owner 24yrs, 12’ header, straw chop, Ford 6-cyl eng & trailer included, regularly serviced & greased, barn stored from new & very original throughout, well caredfor machine, retirement sale. R Bacon Tel 07890 799016 (Derbyshire)

JOHN DEERE X/PF side knives from a 2018 730PF header, pretty sure they also fit the X header, used for 1 season, only covered about 60ha, been dry stored since, lost the header in a farm fire & they didn't fit the replacement header. £1,200 ono. M Brewis Tel 07817 963575 (Scottish Borders)

BISO by Schrattenecker Integral CX100 rape header to fit New Holland 20’. £3,250+VAT ono. A Jeffresy Tel 07817 934770 (Glamorgan)

2014 Massey Ferguson Beta 7360PL 615 eng/415 drum hrs, auto level, 4wd, 20' Powerflow header c/w trolley, 5 straw walker, straw chopper, multi crop separator & reverse camera, very tidy, always kept in the dry, good condition. M Lee Tel 07548 978074 (Somerset)

DIGGERS / DOZERS / DUMPERS

JCB 3X front windscreen, new & unused. £110+VAT. K Ollett Tel 07753 859881/07753 859884 (Suffolk)

THWAITES 1T High tip dumper is a durable & reliable with great functionality, 2011 model, 2695hrs, capacity for 1T of material, perfect for various construction projects, good condition. £5,500 ono. D Green Tel 07949 147754 (Gwynedd)

NEW HOLLAND CR9.80, 2017, 35’ Varifeed header & trolley, 1827 eng/1417 drum hrs, full guidance installed, front tracks, c/w chaff spreader & Opti spread straw chopper, moisture meter & yield monitor, one owner driver from new. £180,000+VAT ono. S Wilkins Tel 07889 716694 (Wiltshire)

MASSEY FERGUSON 7278 AL CEFRA, 2008, 25' power header, chaff spreader & straw chopper, on 800 tyres, 2112 eng/1724 harvest hrs, good condition. £26,000+VAT. M Hall Tel 07764 968805 (Staffordshire)

JOHN DEERE C670i, 2008, 2307 eng/1679 separator hrs, 7.5m header + Zurn header extension, lateral tilt adjustment for header, electric sieves, straw chopper & spreader, retirement sale, serviced by a John Deere technician. £62,000+VAT ono. I Downie Tel 07785 916479 (Suffolk)

MASSEY FERGUSON 50H digger, 1984, JCB headstock, 4in1, 4 buckets, B reg, owned for 19yrs, stored under cover, good condition for year. £5,950+VAT. A Breed Tel 07973 139483 (Nottinghamshire)

DECK weight to fit JCB 2000/3000 model, c/w brackets & fixings plus tray, weights 1.5T. £1,300+VAT. R King Tel 07929 424474 (Nottinghamshire)

KUBOTA KX71-3 excavator, 2800kg, 2008, very low 2655hrs, recently serviced, quick hitch, four buckets (30cm, 45cm, 60cm, 120cm), two speed tracking, piped for auxiliary service, concrete breaker available, very good condition. £11,250 ono. D Smith Tel 07485 457950 (Hertfordshire)

CLAYDON Hybrid 3m drill, 2013, A shares, bean tines, heavy duty twin tine kit, easy to use, saves a fortune on fuel. £24,000+VAT.

DRILLS

KOCKERLING Minimat press drill, 1995, c/w later style Amazone seed box, would match a 5/6 furrow plough, perfect one man plough & drill operation, 84" working width. £1,500 ono. J Reeve Tel 07909 811561 (Cambridgeshire)

HORSCH ST8 8m seed drill, 2016, vgc, ready for work, coulter blockage sensors, front & rear tyre packer 90%, Dutch openers, control box, operator books, hopper cover, selection of rollers, hyd fan, Twycross CV9 collection. £37 500+VAT ono. C Corbett Tel 07879 444473 (Warwickshire)

2015 KRM 4m Sola drill, Model 2311, excellent condition, barn stored. £9,000. A Lee Tel 07749 951898 (Norfolk)

DALE Eco L 8m drill, 2016, in very good order with approx 6000ha, able to drill fert/seed or seed/seed with a rear 3t split hopper, row spacing can be altered between 12cm & 25cm, very versatile. £30,000 ono. D Wormell Tel 07966 103821 (Essex)

SIMTECH T-Sem points & discs, 2012, wearing points (9) unused, to fit 2012 Simtech T-Sem 300 drill tines; also 4 leading discs (2 new), various bearings, axial & disc mounts, good condition. £160+VAT. E Reynolds Tel 07748 884750 (Cambridgeshire)

DUTCH opener universal 5” paired spread tip/point, new 2020, for fertiliser & seed, 28 in total. £2,200+VAT. J Naylor Tel 07957 545899 (Lincolnshire)

WEAVING 4m tine drill, 2018. £4,000+VAT ono. D Wayman Tel 07763 774648 (Hertfordshire)

POTTINGER drill combi, Fox discs, 3m markers. £15,000. N Drake Tel 07788 698589 (Norfolk)

OPICO Wizard Turbo Jet & Weaving Double Disc tool bar, suitable for drilling OSR, 6 coulters, fits straight on a 3m Sumo Trio, very good working order . £3,250. A Brown Tel 07850 936135 (Worcestershire)

FERTILISERS

QUANTOCK post knocker, 2005, side mounted, good machine that's been modified to work better. O Thomas Tel 07976 648953 (Somerset)

POST knocker, new hydraulic hose, good condition. £800 ono. A Baugh Tel 07974 238032 (Nottinghamshire)

QUANTOCK 3 point linkage mounted post driver, unused. £1,250+VAT. K Ollett Tel 07753 859881/07753 859884 (Suffolk)

WOLSELEY electric fencer (3 strand wire system), needs 6V battery. £50. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

FOUR GATES available ranging from 8–12', two full mesh, two steel gates. £100 each. A Earl Tel 07964 017022 (Lincolnshire)

GENERATORS

Suppliers of Biostimulants and Biofertilisers sea-weed based products which provide:

t:01553 886393•m:07860 877616

www.croptekbio.co.uk

GENERATOR 65kva for PTO mounting on tractor, no longer needed. £1,600+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

GENERATORS: diesel & PTO, quality used & new, est 25yrs. JSP UK Ltd. Tel 07774 742182 (Hereford)

37 REELS of Topwrap original, surplus to requirements. £60/ reel ono. H Collins Tel 07766 660545 (Norfolk)

FRUIT & VINEYARD EQUIPMENT

LANDINI Rex 80F orchard/ vineyard tractor, 2006, 80hp Perkins engine, only 3480hrs, 40kph, air con, shuttle, crawler gearbox, 2 double spool valves, levelling/assister ram, nice clean tidy tractor, new tyres all round. POA. J Finnegan Tel 07729 764893/07754 739073/02837 548004 (County Armagh)

GENERATOR 45kva, tractor mounted PTO, no longer needed. £1,100+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

GRAIN HANDLING/ STORAGE

MARCONI moisture meter. £250. A Langford Tel 01371 870277 (Essex) ANY GRAIN DRYERS & agricultural machinery KM Group 07944 116870 kmgroupcombine@gmail.com

WILDER 3 phase Robomatic 45 grain drier, two 12T free standing open top grain bins, grain elevator, augers & pre cleaner, situated within grain store, all in working order & used for 2025 harvest. £1,500 ex VAT. N Baxter Tel 07934 617501 (Worcestershire)

A DOWNING

Supplier for Aeromeh CAD Range

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£2,000+VAT. T

OPICO grain drier, 1992, diesel fired, PTO powered, either 10T or 12T, not been used for years & has stood outside for a couple of years so it’s being sold for spares or repair. £995+VAT ono. J Wright Tel 07970 717310 (Nottinghamshire)

PLOT FEEDS

GRAIN CLEANER SPECIALISTS

SIEVES & SPARES FOR MOST MAKES FANS & OTHER EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE

GRAIN CONVEYORS 60' high elevator, 60T/hr, 2010, 35' long up & over. £1,000+VAT ono. A Houston Tel 07803 988986 (Suffolk)

Robin: 07710 242015 SEED & CEREAL ENGINEERING

Roy Edwards 07702 408833 Full engineering, installation & dismantling services

TURNER No4 grain dresser, 2 sets of screens & adjustable aspiration, 3 phase, always stored inside, not used for several years, has many adjustments inc 3 different air controls, c/w instruction manual, good condition. £2,000+VAT. D Morton Tel 07785 541282 (Essex)

Tel 07765 113701 (Lincolnshire) GRAIN retaining boards, 26' long, 5' high, in 4 sections. £50 each section. J Steel Tel 07747 625036 (Lincolnshire) www.grainmachinery.co.uk

BOYTHORPE Cistore C, holds 100t barley, c/w pipes to top to fill, ladder to top & discharge auger (corn blower + 2-way valve & connecting pipes as well as light not included), buyer to dismantle & take away. £1,200. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

PERRY grain cyclone & aspirated pre-cleaner, 2024. £1,499+VAT ono. A Houston Tel 07803 988986 (Suffolk)

Cleaning of walls, floors, wind tunnels, fan houses, dryers & more. Fast efficient service. Exceptional attention to detail. Lincolnshire based will travel.

GRAIN STORE CLEANING Call Adam, Farm Linc: 07970 433 470, email adam@farmlinc.co.uk, www.farmlinc.co.uk

FIFTY-FOOT 6" belt with 5.5" cups, for a grain elevator, c/w man platform. £90. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

WINTON Finishing Mower WFM150, 2020, very good condition, serviced 2025, belts replaced & sharpened, can demo, purchased new 2019/20, good for rough grass areas, selling as bought robot mower, buyer to collect. £550. L Walters Tel 07836 615395 (Worcestershire)

BURDEN BROS MACHINERY LTD

Contact Dave Direct: 07770 814967 • dave@burdenbros.co.uk

COMBINES:

JOHN DEERE: T670i, W540, 9580 WTS, 2066, 2258, 2058, 1188, 1177, 1166, 1085, 1075, 1065, 985, 975, 965, 955

CLAAS: Lexion 780, 760, 600, 580T, 570T, 480, 460, 440, 430, 218, 118, 108, 106, 105, 98, 96, 85, 76, 70

NEW HOLLAND: CR9080, CR980, CX740, TX66, TX68, TX36, TX34, TX32, TF78, TF46, TF44, TF42, 8050, 8040, 1500’s

MASSEY FERGUSON: 7278, 40RS 38, 34, 31, 29

DEUTZ FAHR: 6090, 4090, 4080, 4065, M3630, M3610, M2780, M2680

LAVERDA: 152, M120

CASE: 1660, 1680, 2188, 1460

TRACTORS:

JOHN DEERE: 8520, 8400, 8200T, 7800, 7530, 7430, 6930, 6900, 6800, 6430, 6110, 3650, 3130, 2140, 2040, 1640

NEW HOLLAND: T7.200, TN150

KUBOTA: M7173

FORKLIFTS:

JCB: 531-70, 530-70, 525-58, 520-4, 414, 926

CLAAS: Targo C50, K50 Ranger

MATBRO: Telestar, Teleshift, 280, 270, 250

MANITOU: 2600, MLT 633

MERLO: 40.7, 30.6 Multifarmer, 28.7, 26.6

JOHN DEERE: 3800, 3420, 3415, 3200

TEREX: 250

BALERS:

NEW HOLLAND: 1210, 1010S, D1000, BB960, BB940, 9090, 841, 835, 7070, 750, 740, 654, 650, 644, 640

JOHN DEERE: 680, 644, 592, 590, 582, 578, 575, 550, 342

CASE: RBX435

CLAAS: Quadrant 3200, 2200,1200, Rollant 255, 280, 180, 46, 44, Vari, Hesston 4900, 4800, 4750

WELGER: D6000, D4006, D4000, 520, 435

VICON: MP800, RV1602

MASSEY FERGUSON: No.5, 2190, 2170, 2160, 190, 187, 185

MOWERS:

KUHN: Alterna 500, FC283, FC313

JOHN DEERE: F310R, 328, 228, 131, 1360

POTTINGER: Novacat, Eurocat

KRONE: AM20, 32P, AMT 4000CV, Easycut 32CV, Easycut 2800CV

LELY: Optima 240C, Splendimo 280FC

MAJOR: Toppers

CLAAS: 930, 695, 690, 75

UTILITY & ATV:

JOHN DEERE: 865M, 855D, HPX

KAWASAKI: Mule 4010

POLARIS: Ranger 900D

CASEIH LUXXUM 120 C/w loader, 2022, 1475hrs, full suspension.

JCB 926 C/w pallet forks, 2012, 3780 hours, pallet forks.

NEW NEW NEW

CASEIH PUMA 165 CVX Front linkage & front pto. Accuguide ready, good spec & ready to go.

SUBARU FORESTER

2.0i e-boxer touring lineartronic, 2024, 24000 miles, call for full spec - £31,995

CASEIH PUMA 165 Multicontroller full powershift 50kph. MX loader, Accuguide ready, 2024, 1200hrs, in work.

6 blade per rotor mower.

SPEARHEAD 225 SNIPER Hydraulic side shift, 2023.

SPEARHEAD TWIGA FLEX T80 PROPILOT Oil cooler, head & arm foat, 1.6m head. hydraulic foat.

MITSUBISHI L200 TITAN 2.4 Automatic in blade silver, 2026. £36,895 +VAT

on tractor, 11hp petrol engine, no deck, good condition. £250 ono. T Cox Tel 07815 095704/07973 406825 (Oxfordshire)

BOMFORD HAWK EVO

6.0 HEDGE CUTTER Joystick, 2012

£12,750+VAT

Office 01787 211701 Luke 07915 669007 sales@lbgmachinery.com www.lbgmachinery.com

2.7m Flail

KVERNELAND Haybob 360 2011, excellent for hay making, combines tedding & raking multiple rows into one swath, serviced & ready for work, not many of these coming to market, very reliable, no breakdowns in the last 10 years. £1,750 ono.

W Brazier Tel 07836 276711 (Essex)

SCAG TURF TIGER lawn mower 2013, 1900hrs, new tyres, Cat engine, 61” blade deck, very tidy. £4,350+VAT. T Gasson Tel 07557 224955 (Warwickshire)

LOGIC MFP320B16R flail mower/ topper, perfect for the tougher topping tasks, 1.2m cutting width, easy height adjustment & anti-scalping roller, wheels behind allow closer cutting to walls & fences, good working order, collection nr Faringdon. £3,750. S Amey Tel 07779 526279 (Oxfordshire)

FERRI flail mower, 1990, 2m wide, f/w new flails, metal depth wheels. £550 ono. J Robinson Tel 07946 715189 (Essex)

LELY hay turner/windrower, 1995, new tyres & tubes, number of spare new tines included. £550 ono. J Robinson Tel 07946 715189 (Essex)

HAYBOB tines (34), new 2020, of all 4 types, will fit Kuhn, PZ, Fransgard, etc, also 13 Kuhn springs & 22 Fransgard springs. £75+VAT. M Cole Tel 07971 517056 (Oxfordshire)

KVERNELAND FRO 280 flail mower/topper, front or rear mounted, 2.8m cutting width, hydraulic side shift, grass cutting flails in good working order. £2,500+VAT. M Fleming Tel 07881 913725 (Lincolnshire)

TORO Wheel Horse ride on mower, 2014, full working order, starts, drives & cuts as it should, 14hp with 38” cutting deck, ideal for large gardens, strong oldschool machine that’s simple & reliable compared to newer lightweight models. £725 ono.

L Robson Tel 07719 561629 (North Yorkshire)

FRANSGARD RV300 3m haybob for tedding & rowing up, 2003, not been used every year, always stored inside, very good condition, ready to use. £725+VAT. M Cole Tel 07971 517056 (Oxfordshire)

HONDA Izy mower, 2012 model, rotary mower, used condition, new blade. £75 ono. I Morris Tel 07496 394356 (Shropshire)

more photos and full spec at www.writtlefarmmachinery.co.uk 2020, 5.5m working width, lights,

07748 004794 01245 442224 KRONE KW5.52/4x7

OPICO 3m aerator, 3m, 2026, not done any work at all, excellent condition, very well built, f/w Opico extra weights, based in Bridgwater, Somerset. O Thomas Tel 07976 648953 (Somerset)

SAMASZ Z010/1 1.85m drum mower, 2016, excellent condition, genuinely only used once from new to cut 5 acres, stored under cover. £1,750+VAT.

R Redhead Tel 07768 005573 (Cambridgeshire)

LELY Gemini hay tedder, new tyres, suitable for spares, plus extra spare tines & tine holders. Offers.

J McCarthy Tel 07808 161758 (Suffolk)

KUHN FC313F front mounted mower conditioner, 2009, 3.1m working width, plastic conditioner tines, quick attach A frame, quick release blades, just had service with new conditioner bearings & PTO. £4,250+VAT.

D Pither Tel 01452 864714 (Gloucestershire)

ALLET cylinder mower, 2010, 36” cut cylinder, box, trailed seat, ideal large lawns, cricket square, outfield, last service by Allet dealer. £2,000. I Morris Tel 07496 394356 (Shropshire)

LELY Hayzip Mk2, working order, used last year, c/w spare tines, retirement sale. £399. R Swayne Tel 07809 016832 (Kent)

JOHN DEERE 324A mower conditioner, 2014, excellent condition, available now, one owner. £9,000. M Harrison Tel 07919 201204 (North Yorkshire)

hyd top link, 165L/min hyd pump 5 rear spools & 1 front £175,000 +VAT

FENDT 1050 PROFI + 2020,3718 hours, RTK GPS Novatel, VarioGrip, 60KPH, power beyond, front linkage w. valves £235,000 +VAT

FENDT 724 PROFI + 2018,5822 hours, GPS ready, 5 DUDK spools, 1 front spool, Trelleborg tyres 60-70%£89,000 +VAT

JCB 532-70 AG XTRA 2023,2290 hours, PUH, 40KPH DualTech hybrid, new 460/70R24 tyres, SRS, hyd trailer brakes

£69,500 +VAT

AMAZONE CAYENA

6001-C *NEW* (2024

STOCK) grain & fert twin tank, TwinTerminal calibration, front discs

£83,000 +VAT

JCB 542-70 AG SUPER 2022,3302 hours, PUH, SRS, 40KPH 6-speed Powershift, hyd locking Q-fit, A/C, 460/70R24

£59,750 +VAT

VALTRA S274 (2019)

3230 hours, 50KPH, Novotel GPS to RTK,hyd top link, tyres 60%, cab & axle suspension

£85,000 +VAT

JCB 536-70 AG SUPER 2019,3929 hours,hyd PUH, 40KPH 6-speed Powershift, SRS, A/C, keypad, LED work lights

£58,000 +VAT

JCB 536-95 AG PRO 2020,4166 hours, 145HP 40KPH DualTechVT, heated air seat, hydraulic PUH, Q-fit hyd locking

£75,000 +VAT

JCB 542-70 AG XTRA

2022,5226 hours,150HP hyd locking Q-fit, 40KPH 6-speed Powershift, SRS good condition

£60,000 +VAT

VALTRA N174D (2020)

C/W G6 LOADER 3263 hours, reverse drive, GPS ready, front linkage, power beyond, ISOBUS

£80,000 +VAT

VALTRA Q305 (2023)

1596 hours, front linkage ISOBUS front & rear, 5 rear valves, Novatel

Valtra Guide RTK & more

£147,500 +VAT

VALTRA T234V (2020)

3423 hours, 4 rear electric valves, air/hyd brakes, 650/65R42 & 540/65R30, ISOBUS

£77,500 +VAT

EX HIRE 2025 SPEARHEAD MULTICUT

new, used & ex-hire machinery

Ref 11011278

11010838 £17,950 +VAT NEW 2025 SPEARHEAD

hitch, wide angle PTO, levelling tie bars, hydraulic wing lift and support, full length side skids, front & rear chain curtains, 3 rotors with 6 blades per rotor, slip clutch & protected gearboxes.

£24,950 +VAT

MULTICUT 650 PROLINE

C/W - Wide angle PTO, levelling tiebars, hydraulic folding, front and rear chain curtains, 5 rotors & 6 blades per rotor.

GRASS MACHINERY (cont)

VOTEX PT2000 mower, 5 staggered blades, 15', end tow kit, new blades, new skids, has been through workshop, over £400 on new parts, fully serviced, greased & ready to work, ideal for mowing seta-side or SFI. £2,250+VAT. R Swayne Tel 07809 016832 (Kent)

KRONE KW 6.72 tedder, 2012, very good condition, not used last for 4yrs as bought wider Krone. £4,850+VAT. S Frederick Tel 07909 531801 (Kent)

HK TIMBER stackable, heavy duty log box for log storage, six available, good condition, have been stored under cover, approx 6’ x 4’ x 3’. £60 each. P Smalley Tel 07771 925591 (Lincolnshire)

SHELBOURNE Reynolds 8070T hedgecutter, 2022, owner driven, exc cond, very low hrs (approx 1150 - will rise), 5’ head, auto head memory, narrow lane, active + passive verge head floats, optional debris blower, 3pt link kit, early Sept. £32,500+VAT. D Newman Tel 07973 450117 (Wiltshire)

GREENMECH CS100TMP wood chipper, almost new condition.

£2,200+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

IRRIGATION/ DRAINAGE

ELIET Major shredder, 9hp Honda GX270 engine, good working order. £1,100. P Smalley Tel 07771 925591 (Lincolnshire)

BEAR CAT chipper/shredder, 3 point linkage mounted, PTO driven, as new. £890+VAT. K Ollett Tel 07753 859881/07753 859884 (Suffolk) BOMFORD Kestrel hedge cutter, 2019, 5.7m reach, electric joystick control. £13,500. B Sleath Tel 07778 492937 (South Yorkshire)

HOMBURG Delta M135 drain jetter, 2024, done about 2 weeks work, 500m of pipe, 4 wheel drive, full wireless remote, road lighting kit, as new condition, PE13 area. £13,500+VAT. P Rowell Tel 07944 213296 (Cambridgeshire)

PERROT TRX100/465 Irrigator, 100mm x 465m pipe, good working order, hydraulic turn & legs, no leaks/ joints in pipe, program rain controller with solar panel, side or centre pull gun carriage with new gun 2yrs ago, can be seen working. £3,000+VAT. D McTurk Tel 07790 262216 (Essex)

RAINBIRD rain guns (3), 25 galls/min, two Lanzini smaller sprinklers from pivot irrigators, top working order. Offers please. A Mayhew Tel 07836 262787 (Suffolk)

NELSON raingun, 50galls/min, very good condition. Make an offer. A Mayhew Tel 07836 262787 (Suffolk)

ROVATTI PTO driven pump. £750+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

IRRIGATION PUMP Perkins engine, Caprari pump, Murphy protection unit. £3,7000+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

NEW JFC & Polypipe, twin walled, perforated & non perforated, 375/600mm diameter, available in 6m lengths, ex Milton Keynes. C Smith Tel 07831 479966 (Buckinghamshire)

IRRIGATION aluminium pipes, both 4" & 5", hydrants, meters (2), lay flat pipes, 90 degree bends, suction hose & boot valves (various fittings), call Richard for details. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

TWENTY water pipes, about 20’ long & 9” diameter, plus some 6”. £100+VAT. P Kidner Tel 07978 126902 (Suffolk)

PRESSURE PIPE 5m lengths 50mm (28) £6.00/length; 5m lengths 40m (33) £5.00 per length. R Bennett Tel 07709 523192 (Somerset) LAND/PROPERTY

1,830 SQ/FT rural storage/ workshop barn to rent, 61’×30’, with own roller shutter, concrete floor & 3 phase power, quiet secure location, ideal storage or light business use, no HGVs. £1,600 pcm no VAT. Licence to Occupy, 3-month deposit. N Edwards Tel 07775 742666 (Kent)

LIVESTOCK

SUFFTEX shearling rams available to view on farm, MV, HeptP, Footvax, Clik & bolused. C Grundy Tel 07808 914719/01406 330205 (Lincolnshire)

ROVATTI Pomp 53K100/3E irrigation pump, 1996, mounted on a frame on a single axle chassis, sound insulated cabin, good pump but needs a new engine & diesel tank. £2,000+VAT. J Brocksopp Tel 07974 669997 (Derbyshire)

IRRIFRANCE Optima 110/400 irrigator, genuine reason for sale, hydraulic legs, jack & turntable, good condition. £12,500+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

MOLE plough good for moling-in water pipe. £50 ono. R McCheyne Tel 07973 408233 (Essex)

SAANEN nanny goats (2), to go to a good home only.. £200 each ono. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire)

CHAROLAIS X cows with Charolais calves (5). £1,500 per mother & baby, £7,500 ono. R Everett Tel 07963 798391 (Suffolk)

HEREFORD bulls, polled, pedigree registered, Elite Health Status herd, suitable for pedigree or commercial herds, Hollowseal Poll Herefords est.1960. C Winfieldale Tel 07724 743611/01827 373293 (Derbyshire)

KERRY HILL pedigree shearling rams (3), born March 2025, Heptavac & wormed, all registered. £200 ono. R Trott Tel 07866 793359 (Somerset)

Lleyn & Shedding Rams

t: 07836 253021 | 01953 717258 e: stonehouse.office@gmail.com

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OUESSANT wethers/ewe lambs, this year’s from registered stock, ewe lambs can be registered with the Ouessant Society, if required, all this year’s lambs were sired from a caramel (brown) ram, these are hardy small sheep full of character. £70/£300. K Mower Tel 07419 782425 (Essex)

LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT

NEW & unused IAE galvanised heavy duty cattle ring feeder, 7' x 4’9”. £300. C Murrell Tel 07770 692891/01603 712222 (Norfolk)

IAE 15' sheeted door, 2m high, very good condition, never used. O Thomas Tel 07976 648953 (Somerset)

DRIED GRAIN maize available, ex farm Milton Keynes, supplied generally whole, although can also arrange kibbling if required, can deliver. C Smith Tel 07831 479966 (Buckinghamshire)

PEDIGREE Limousin bulls for sale, 12–18mths old, polled & horned, High Health, easy calving, quiet temperament, pure breed also available, black & red available too. K Knight Tel 07810 553957 (Norfolk)

NETTLE gentle brown jenny donkey, her friend has died & she needs company, home bred, very regretfully for sale. £700. P Hammersley Tel 01543 682248 (Staffordshire)

WILTSHIRE HORN X sheep starter flock, 5 ewes & option for tup in the autumn, selected for easy outdoor lambing, good mothers, shedding coat, sound feet & hybrid vigour. From £650 depending on size; additional brown, honey & white ewes also available. M Martin Tel 07973 269653 (Northumberland)

BELGIAN BLUE & Hereford calves, 10 Belgian Blue, 10 Hereford calves available for sale, all fully weaned, tested & ready to be transported. £3,400 ono. C Jude Tel 07735 304301 (Cornwall)

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ABERDEEN Angus bulls, top blood lines, Elite Health, TB4, semen tested, ready to work, choice of 4, 2–3yrs old, Bonshaw Pedigree Angus Colchester. D Kinloch Tel 07748 786073/07718 786218 (Essex)

LIMOUSIN bulls, polled, Black & Red, Elite Health, TB4 semen tested, 2yrs old, ready to work, Bonshaw herd, Colchester. Heifers & cows with calves also available. D Kinloch Tel 07748 786073/07718 786218 (Essex)

HEAVY duty galvanised sectional run, 8’ x 4’. £550. P Smalley Tel 07771 925591 (Lincolnshire)

BATEMAN Tombstone feeder, 2021, in good condition. £275+VAT. R Jackson Tel 07711 496532 (Leicestershire)

ANIMAL HEAT LAMPS (20) c/w 5m of cable & bulbs, can be sold individually or a job lot, available near Colchester Essex. £15 each. R Moss Tel 07860 774729/07713 483755 (Essex)

WYDALE 2 wheel milk mixer trolley, good working condition. £450+VAT. A Kerfoot Tel 07539 933777 (Lincolnshire)

HOMEMADE cattle trailer top, no floor, would make useful storage/shed, approx 12’ x 7’. Offers. G Shepherd Tel 01283 732275/07837 055979 (Derbyshire)

AI flask, good condition, 2026. O Thomas Tel 07976 648953 (Carmarthenshire)

2015 PLOWMAN 44' single deck cattle float, 99 SDC flatbed, full test MOT, in excellent condition! £40,000 ovno. W Mallon Tel 07771 972092 (Norfolk) 10 DOWNING STREET style chicken hut, internal nest boxes, lined, tin roof, good condition,

IAE calf creep, 2019, very good condition, not done a lot, some surface rust. O Thomas Tel 07976 648953 (Carmarthenshire)

KELTEC bale cutter, 2018, removes plastic & net wrap without leaving the seat, minimal usage, round or square bales. £1,800+VAT ono. C Lory Tel 07885 226519 (Surrey)

BEET HARVESTERS TIM & THYREGOD 2–3 ROW

Beet buckets – choice of standard & toe tip

BEET CLEANERS – CHOICE OF CTM & TODD with picking tables etc

BEET HOES – CHOICE OF 6 & 12 ROW HYD FOLD

Kongskilde Germinator 5m with eradicators, etc

VOGEL NOOT 5 FURROW PLOUGH WITH PRESS

S-950 manual vari width & hydraulic press arm

HOWARD 5 FURROW CLASSIC SWING-PLOW

Shotbolt 6.2m hydraulic folding rolls

TERRADISC CULTIVATORS 3 & 4M

Dutch & combination harrows – 3 to 6m

PLOUGH PRESSES CHOICE FROM 2 TO 4M

Dalso 6m hyd/fold pigtail cultivator with rear discs

FLAT LIFTS – SUBSOILERS 2 TO 5 LEG

Log Splitter heavy duty tractor rear mounted

WESTFIELD 10” GRAIN AUGER 3PH 42’ LONG

Front mounted 3M Synchro seedbed harrow

STAINLESS STEEL WATER/FERTILISER BOWSERS

Choice of 10,000 - 18,000 - 25,000 litres on air or hyd brakes

12T GRAIN TRAILER HYD TAILGATE SPRUNG D/BAR

Flat trailers 28 & 30’ tandem axle with steel chequerplate floors

14T BUNNINGS GRAIN TRAILER HYD BRAKES

T & F dump/muck trailer tandem axle in need of some tidying 14T VEG TRAILERS 34’ AIR BRAKES-SPRUNG DB

Massey Ferguson 5t & Harford 3t trailers with grain sides 50’ NEAN COMBINE/MACHINERY TRAILER

with

- C/w foatation tyres, air brakes, LED lights, rear drawbar. 2015 Horsch Sprinter 12 SW

hopper for grain & fert, narrow dutch coulters, very tidy condition.

Sumo Mixidisc 5m

ton Grain Trailer

good as new! Sprung axles, hydraulic brakes, manual tailgate.

2017 Vaderstad Rapid 800S Seed Eye and E-services, system disc.

7290R Front linkage, hours.

T9.560 drawbar, GPS hours.

7616 spec, full 7,005

2021 John Deere 6155R 50kph AutoPower, Front linkage, Autotrac ready, 4,205 hours.

2015 New Holland TD 5.95

3853 hours! C/w Garford front linkage

Massey Ferguson 374S Vineyard tractor, 2 SCVS, 3,542 hours.

2008 CAT TH220B 40kph, pick up hitch, pallet tines, only 5240 hours.

1996 Easterby 12 ton Grain Trailer - Sprung axles, rollover sheet and grain chute. 2014 Vaderstad Rapid 800S In very good condition and c/w E-services, blockage sensors.

2002 John Deere 6920S Full suspension, 40k PowrQuad, 3 SCVS, tidy tractor, 8,237 hours.

2006 John 40K AutoQuad, and goes New Holland 2020 year, in excellent

2005 John Diesel engine, electric Winget Fencing Fitted with

2023 Tuffmac trailer- C/w

2014 KRM C/w with

2014 Kverneland 3m Combi Drill - Just 232Ha covered from new! in Excellent condition.

AD2000 Plant Trailer In good condition throughout.

2012 Jacobsen R-311T 2200 hours, serviced and ready to go!

2018 John Deere XUV865M Gator- Nice spec with full cab and heater. 3,091hours / 49,687km

2003 New Holland TN75S SuperSteer front axle, only 1901 hours!!

2006 New Holland TD80D In immaculate condition, 40kph 12/12 gearbox, 2 SCVS, 5,479 hours

Antonio Carrera Tigre 3100 Comes with loader. 4WD, 23hp 2 cylinder diesel and goes well.

2008 JCB 531-70 Agri Super 130hp engine, tidy condition, pickup hitch. Done 9995 hours.

Tandem Axle 18ft Plant Trailer C/w manual lift rear ramps, sprung axles and drawbar.

2019 Köckerling Jockey 6m Tine Drill - In excellent condition - just 1,678ha.

MACHINERY

High quality German made 2020 Still RX70-25T

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HONDA/LOGIC sweeper, new brushes with push brush, brackets & winch to lift.

£1,200+VAT ono. R King Tel 07929 424474 (Nottinghamshire)

HAYBOB hay tedder & row up, 1995, can be seen, in good working order, buyer collects from Monmouth area, offers considered. £600 ono. D Belle Tel 07807 864267 (Monmouthshire)

WEAVING Sabre Tine drill, 2021, 6m, hyd folding, pre-em markers, half drill shut off, RDS box, can run Isobus but need to change cable, drilled approx 1000 acres, used as 2nd drill, selling as not suitable for rice drilling. £36,000+VAT ono. R Wesley Tel 07956 785194 (Lincolnshire)

LIGHTWEIGHT toolbar for adding various attachments.

£50. J Steel Tel 07747 625036 (Lincolnshire)

MATERIALS HANDLERS

JCB 531-70, 64 plate, 8000hrs.

£15,000 ono. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire)

WESSEX

£5,500+VAT

6893hrs, 40hp Volkswagen BEF eng, 18kg LPG cylinder app £21 refill from CALOR, Serviced by Still main dealer

info@jamesmurrell.co.uk 01603 712222 Norwich, Norfolk www.jmurrell.co.uk

MERLO P32.6 Plus, 2017, 3355hrs, pin & cone, 4 wheel steer crab, air seat, air con, 3rd service, pallet tines, boom suspension, hydraulic pickup hitch. £24,500+VAT. J Renwick Tel 07966 725414 (West Sussex)

ENGINEERING

INSPECTION SERVICES

3 PHASE extension cable, 2024, approx 9m long. £50+VAT ono. D Kershaw Tel 07921 661483 (South Yorkshire)

For all your LOLER 98 & PUWER 98 regulation requirements, we are here to offer a fast, friendly and professional service

JCB 536-70 Agri Super, 2015 5850hrs, 40k 6spd gearbox, pick up hitch, boom suspension, air con, 2 arable owners from new, generally very tidy inside & out, black paint on cab needs attention, very good working order, BKT tyres at 70%.

07983 152751 keith.short@wessexinspections.co.uk www.wessexinspections.co.uk

JCB 531-70 Construction spec, 2012, 2300hrs, all works. £17,000 ono. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire)

BAG lifter, JCB fittings, good condition. £650+VAT. A Langford Tel 01371 870277 (Essex)

QUICKE loader parts, 1990, in good condition, no welding or cracks. £200. l Patchett Tel 07719 742598 (East Yorkshire)

BOBCAT 751, 1998 good working order low hrs bucket tines and spear wheel. £5,500. R Stimpson Tel 07798 786158 (Norfolk)

£31,500 ono. D Daniels Tel 07887 727249 (Norfolk)

2002 Cat Th62 telescopic handler, 6075hrs, mainly used for bale handling, tidy well looked after, selling due to upgrading to a new one, viewings welcome, contact Andy for more details. £14,000+VAT ono. A Simpson Tel 07759 285364 (Derbyshire)

JCB 520-50 compact telehandler, 2004, used on the farm since new, 6700hrs, with pallet tines & 6' bucket. £10,000+VAT ono. D Murrell Tel 07850 724139 (Norfolk)

SWIFT Lift piggyback conveyor, good working condition, 2002, usual signs of age & use but still solid & practical, ideal for farmers, grain merchants, vegetable growers, etc, needing an efficient handling system, inspection welcome. £4,000+VAT ono. A Gowler Tel 07494 415131 (Cambridgeshire)

A & R Handling

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MILL & MIX

25KG millet bird feed £10.00; 500kg bag £150. K Ollett Tel 07753 859881/07753 859884 (Suffolk)

MISCELLANEOUS

6.25 ACRES of standing winter wheat, Squarehead Master, grown for thatching straw, sited in south Staffs, up for offer as a standing crop. E Calcott Tel 01827 62265 (Staffordshire)

HAEMMERLIN heavy duty 90L wheelbarrows, in good condition, perfect for a pumpkin patch, 40 available. £40 each. . £40+VAT. other. unknown. T Wright Tel 07795 484100 (Norfolk)

SHOTBLASTING gun c/w 20kg of shotblasting grit. £50. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

ADBLUE – one new 200L plus one part drum, both bought in Oct 25, approx 300L in all, bought Nov 25. £140+VAT. L Baker Tel 07879 885505/01406 330782 (Lincolnshire)

MUCK & SLURRY

FLEMING MS700 muck spreader, 2016, high-quality machine, very good condition, only been used a few times, a valuable addition to any farm. £4,500+VAT ono. D Green Tel 07957 575894 (Gwynedd)

The Workshop Castle Farm, Deddington Banbury OX15 0TP

Telehandler parts delivered direct to you

McCORMICK International B-13

3 furrow conventional plough, very original, believe built late 1950s or early 60s at the IH plant in Doncaster, all wearing metal is good. £450. T Smith Tel 07730 780510 (Leicestershire)

WHEEL & TYRE for Dowdeswell

DP1 crawler plough, c/w fitting to go straight on plough. £20 no VAT. L Baker Tel 07879 885505/01406 330782 (Lincolnshire)

LEMKEN plough parts, skimmer & cutter bar, 1970, good condition. £30. A Kerfoot Tel 07539 933777 (Lincolnshire)

LEMKEN Euro 7 4 furrow plough. £1,500. N Drake Tel 07788 698589 (Norfolk)

LEMKEN plough parts. £100 ono. R McCheyne Tel 07973 408233 (Essex)

POTATO EQUIPMENT

PEAL potato box tipper & conveyor, 2005, ideal for veg, logs, etc, good working order, collection from Dunbar, Scotland. £2,600. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

POTATO BOX REPAIR

On site repairs, fast efficient professional service, flexible to suit your needs, large or small quantities, box alterations, re-branding and other work considered, Lincolnshire based will travel.

Call Adam, Farm Linc: 07970 433 470, email adam@farmlinc.co.uk, www.farmlinc.co.uk

37-113026

PEAL potato box tipper & conveyor, 2010, good working order, collection from Dunbar, south east Scotland. £2,400. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

AR4BX Ploeger 2021, 4 row root crop harvesters with 6 person picking conveyors POA

AR4B PMC 2013, 4 row root crop harvester POA

4000 x 700cm, conveyor is 6000 x 600cm, good condition, collection from Dunbar, Scotland. £2,400. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

www.potatocrates.com

DEMCO HOLLAND potato grading machine, 2005, good working order, collection from Dunbar, south east Scotland. £4,000. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

WALTHAMBURY 425 potato bagger, 2008, 3 phase, good condition, collection Dunbar, Scotland. £750+VAT ono. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

Teo

STANDEN 2 bed ridger, 2010, in very good condition, fully overhauled, ready to go, 2 subsoiler legs, hydraulic markers. £1,000+VAT. J Leadley Tel 07887 912646 (Norfolk)

REDUCE HARVESTING DAMAGE WITH RUBBER WEB COVERS FOOD QUALITY PVC GRADING SCREENS RUBBER GRADING SCREENS PERFORATED RUBBER WASHER BELTS Tel: 028 9127 5913 Email: info@agri-web.co.uk

SKIP used on farm for potato/ onion harvest, no longer needed. £170+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

BOMET mini potato harvester, vibrating digger with r/discharge, can be mounted on small tractors with Cat 1 3-point sus system, consists of vibrating plough share with adjustable digging depth that transfers potatoes, 2021, excellent condition. £800. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

SACK FILLING COMPANY T1300 electronic bin potato weigher, c/w with inner bin for accuracy on smaller weights, weighs 7.5–50kg, reconditioned after removal from packing line, good working condition, 2014, Ian Fellows Luci computer. £7,000+VAT ono. W Forington Tel 07866 437186 (Lincolnshire)

PRECISION FARMING

G W ENGINEERING 1991 box filler & loading elevator, owned from new, for sale as no longer growing potatoes. £2,450+VAT. C Abel Tel 07976 290048 (Staffordshire)

TRIMBLE EZ Steer, c/w control box, wiring loom, steering wheel bracket & control box bracket, only selling as sold tractor, ideal for combine, sprayer or tractor, not GPS steer, ready to use existing Trimble GPS on another machine. £825+VAT ono. O Hammond Tel 07733 326987 (Suffolk)

PRECISION FARMING (cont)

TRIMBLE AG25 receivers (2). S Dudley Tel 07860 599377 (Essex)

TRIMBLE CFX 750 screens (2), GPS on Egnos. S Dudley Tel 07860 599377 (Essex)

PATCHWORK Black Box guidance. £425. A Langford Tel 01371 870277 (Essex)

STARFIRE 7000, 2yrs old, selling due to retirement, excellent condition. G Gapp Tel 07979 495492/01379 677693 (Norfolk)

PRESSURE WASHERS

AVANT steam cleaner/pressure washer, diesel, 2018. £1,800. P Davies Tel 07717 478413 (Cambridgeshire)

PUMPS

IRRIGATION/DIRTY WATER pump, 2009, so a few years old but never used, 3 phase, good condition. O Thomas Tel 07976 648953 (Somerset)

ISUZU 3cyl diesel, 2000, starts on key, pumps like hell, on chassis but needs a tyre, I sling it to move it, lots of lay-flat hose, some new, 15' hard suction pipe, older than the work it's done. £1,100+VAT. P Dunn Tel 07711 316759 (Buckinghamshire)

Do you have empty roof space on your farm buildings?

Then

They can be profitable

For more information contact Call 01284 706932 David Bullett 07798 790695 dnbelectrics@gmail.com

Sensible offers please. J Mayes Tel 07970 549060 (Essex)

NEW HOLLAND 2024, Bondioli & Pavesi heavy duty PTO shaft, 120cm. £200. H Williams Tel 07918 774157 (Dorset)

ALBUTT toe tip bucket, 2023

2.6 m3 selling because of upgrade to loading shovel and bigger bucket. £5,750 +VAT. R Stimpson Tel 07798 786158 (Norfolk)

Used commercial from vans to tractor units

Always a large stock of 7.5 ton tippers, flats, boxes, etc

Box bodies for storage from 10ft to 40ft, also containers, artic trailers, flats, step frame boxes and fridges

Axle wheels, tyres, springs, rams, power packs, engines, etc

Artic back end 5th wheel bogies and tipping bodies

Artic tankers, fuel bowsers, low loaders, compressors

Please phone with your requirements and weʼll try to help

Versadril motor, 2012, for spares or repair. £250+VAT ono. T Witter Tel 07772 850505 (Lincolnshire)

HOLLAND 2024 drawbar, as new, 60cm x 11.5cm, heavy duty, looks unused, please contact for more details. £200. H Williams Tel 07918 774157 (Dorset)

£224,950

JOHN DEERE 7R 350

PG Warranty, subsidised fnance available, 2024, 1505hrs, Signature Edition, AutoPowr CommandPro, 50K, AutoTrac Ready, Activations

£199,950

JOHN DEERE 7R 270

2022, 1190hrs, E23, 50K, AutoTrac ready, activations, TLS, HCS, air seat, A/C, 162L/min hyd pump, 4ESCV, IPM, Premium front linkage w/2ESCV

£139,950

hyd pump

John Deere 6R 215 71080553

2024,reg date (4/11/2024), 500hrs, Hydro Ecospeed, 40K, JCB Q ft hydraulic locking headstock (other options available), boom suspension

PG Warranty, subsidised fnance available, 2024, 975hrs, AutoPowr CommandPro, 50K, AutoTrac Ready, Activations, Premium air seat, A/C, TLS £99,950

John Deere 6R 130

John Deere 6R 195

Subsidised fnance available, 2024, 1095hrs, AutoQuad, 50K, AutoTrac Ready, Activations, Premium air seat, A/C, TLS, HCS, 4ESCV w/electric controls £114,950

John Deere 6R 215

PG Warranty, subsidised fnance available, 024, 3175hrs, AutoPowr CommandPro, 50K, G5 Plus Command Centre, AutoTrac Ready, Activations

John Deere 6155M 71083710

PG Warranty, subsidised fnance available, 2024, 1885hrs, AutoQuad Plus, 40K, TLS, Mechanical cab suspension, air seat, A/C, 3SCV £83,750

John Deere 6R 155 11086144

PG Warranty, subsidised fnance available, 2024, 1275hrs, AutoPowr CommandPro, 50K, AutoTrac Ready, G5 Screen, App radio, TLS, HCS, A/C, 4ESCV £114,950

31102237

John Deere 6R 215 71090456

2023, 3075hrs, AutoPowr Command Pro, 50K, AutoTrac Ready, Activations, Ultimate air seat - heated & cooling, A/C, TLS, HCS, 4ESCV, Hyd IPM £129,950

BALE TINES, various. £70 for all 7. A Worboys Tel 07801 122014/07785 572330 (Bedfordshire)

VADERSTAD Carrier disc & support arm (17). £55 each. A Worboys Tel 07801 122014/07785 572330 (Bedfordshire)

PARKER LDC 12v oil cooler for hyd oil or coolant, 2022, would suit hyd fan or other hyd motor circuits, f/w thermostat turning fan on at 40C, model number 539007, specs should be on Parker Hannifin website. £300+VAT. M Woodhead Tel 07759 849850 (Northamptonshire)

SPRAYERS

HARDI Alpha VariTrack 3000i self propelled sprayer, 2008, 24m booms, c/w 36m aluminium booms, 7500hrs, rowcrop tyres, all tyres 60% good. £12,000+VAT. N Wooster Tel 07967 587701 (Northamptonshire)

4.3m width from the Broadcast Lance Treat areas with Spot Hand-Gun Precise Control with Pressure Regulator/Gauge Complete Pro Setup for Spot and Boom Spraying 98L or 60L Tank, Spot Only or Spot+Broadcast Models Available

SANDS SL4000 24m, 2002, 10264hrs (will rise as still in use), 2 sets of wheels 380 & 600s, twin line, foam marker, quick fill pump, tested Feb 26, good condition.

£13,750+VAT. D Pickering Tel 07979 757884 (Norfolk)

SPRAYTEC LTD

HAND HELD SPRAYER as new. £125. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk)

AGRICULTURAL SPRAYERS SALES SERVICE SPARES

info@spraytech.uk.com 01566 772208 www.spraytech.uk.com

Boston

Crop Sprayers Ltd

incorporating VASSGRO SPRAYERS

Sprayer Specialists in the Eastern & Southern Counties

Sprayer Specialist in the Eastern & Southern Counties

New and used sprayers and parts stocked for:

Berthoud • Househam Chafer • Team and most other makes

Hypro • Teejet • Lechler Altek • RDS • Dual Pumps Enduramaxx • Stocks Fan Jet

SPRAYER, SLUG PELLET AND GRANULAR APPLICATOR TESTING

Contacts: Andy Gemmill: 07590 710680

Anthony Williams: 07711 947189

TEAM Club Range 6m sprayer, 225L capacity, little used. £1,000. P Smalley Tel 07771 925591 (Lincolnshire) 47-112681

Harvey Walbanke: 07802 336880 Phil Ramsey: 07934 799628

BOSTON 01205 722 240

WISBECH 01945 461 181

BEDFORD 01525 841 923

SPRAYER & SLUG APPLICATOR NSTS TESTING AT OUR LOCATIONS OR ON SITE FULL ON FARM SERVICE & REPAIR Main Agents for TEAM HYPRO TEEJET RDS ENDURAMAXX DUAL PUMPS Landquip Agricultural Application Machinery Specialists www.bostoncropsprayersltd.co.uk

KNIGHT 20m sprayer, 2007, 1100L capacity, control box, NSTS 12 month test from May 2026.

£3,950+VAT ono. A Jeffresy Tel 07817 934770 (Glamorgan)

01279 812727 spraytec@elmsfarm.me.uk www.spraytecltd.co.uk

KELLANDS Agribuggy 2000 4ws, 2005, full Trimble auto section control & GPS, approx 6500hrs, really tidy for age, air con, will c/w 12months test, tyres about 50%, goes well, had uprated radiator, viewing welcome. £24,500+VAT ono. C Milton Tel 07540 775903 (Devon)

AGRICULTURAL spray drone

3WQFZ, 10L liquid capacity, brand new 2024, unused, c/w 2 batteries, charger, spare set of props, flight controller, manuals, etc, swap for good condition quad bike, eg CanAM, Polaris, Grizzly, Kodiak. £3,000 ono. I Williams-Wynn Tel 07595 350044 (Cambridgeshire)

TERRACAST V2 seeder, c/w operator instructions, control box, wiring, seed hoses, mounting bracket, good condition but needs slight attention - hopper low level sensor needs replacing, viewing welcome. £300+VAT. T Walker Tel 07765 113701 (Lincolnshire)

01284 724455

BATEMAN RB25, 2006, 11150hrs, 24m contour booms, 175hp JD engine, 3000L, Teejet triplex nozzle bodies, s/ steel lines, LH Agro 5007 rate controller & Grammer air seat, 380/85R30 rowcrop wheels & 680/55R26 LGP, very tidy sprayer for age. £20,000 ono. M Lee Tel 07548 978074 (Somerset)

SPREADERS

STOCKS Fan Jet Pro 65 slug pelleter, 2013, c/w HME, John Deere Gator slug pelleter mounting frame, 2022, parts manual & instruction book, had very little use, excellent condition. £1,150+VAT ono. C Saunders Tel 07778 060973 (North Yorkshire)

C G SERVICES

Call Charlie Goater for 56169

2014 Techneat GR1200 24m Avadex applicator, light use, genuine all round good machine, for sale due to change in farming practice. £8,495. H Hammond Tel 07535 877162 (Cambridgeshire)

VICON Rotaflow spinner, 12m + headland tilt. £1,250+VAT. A Langford Tel 01371 870277 (Essex)

KRM Bredal B2 XL ground drive fertiliser spreader, 12–28m, chassis no.1939. £400+VAT. J Wallace Tel 07887 542890 (Suffolk)

VICON Varispreader hopper, 1999, good condition. £50 ono. W Fenn Tel 07714 200440 (Northamptonshire)

Crop & Amenity Sprayer Specialist

CASE

2021 Case Optum 300 CVX, 2135hrs, GPS Ready, front linkage + SCV 900 tyres, 5 Spool valves ....................................................................£107,000

2024 Case Farmall 100C, 336hrs, front weights, 3 double acting spool valves, cab suspension, air seat, 3 speed PTO, passenger seat, front tyres 340/85x24 95%, rear tyres 420/85x34 95% .....................................£49,000

2023 Case Puma 240, 1461hrs, front linkage & PTO, full guidance, 2 MM valves, climate control, deluxe seat, 4 speed PTO, Power Beyond, this tractor will come on brand new 600/60x30 and 710/60x42 Michelin’s immaculate ..................................................£120,000

NEW HOLLAND

2023 New Holland T7.225 Auto Command, 2825hrs, front linkage, guidance ready, front tyres 540/65x28 40%, rear tyres 650/65x38 60%, fairly, standard tractor, very tidy.................................................................£80,000

MASSEY FERGUSON

2020 Massey Ferguson 6718S, 5264hrs, 50kph, front linkage, air brakes, Isobus, extra service joystick control, front tyres 16.9x28 30%, rear tyres 18.4x42 50%, immaculate............................................£55,500

2020 Massey Ferguson 4709, 3297hrs, front linkage, 3 x hydraulic spool valves, front tyres 13.6x24 60%, rear tyres 16.9x34 99%, immaculate little tractor ....£25,500

VALTRA

2020 Valtra T194 Direct, 7636hrs high speed, front linkage, 2 front hydraulic service, 5 rear spool valves, hydraulic top link, guidance ready, LED lights, cool box, front tyres 540/65x30 70%, rear tyres 650/65x42 70% ......................................................................£49,000

FENDT

2018 Fendt 516 Power, 8066hrs, 50kph, front linkage, front tyres 0%, rear tyres 40%, original, tidy tractor for age and hours ................................................£53,000

2019 Fendt 718 Power Plus c/w MXT414 Loader, 12181hrs, full guidance, 1 front service, Power Beyond, front tyres 600/65x28 50%, rear tyres 650/75x38 80%, looks and drives very well for these hours ......................................................................£53,000

2022 Fendt 724 Prof Plus, 7641hrs, 5 rear spool valves, full guidance, front PTO, warranty until 8000hrs, exceptionally tidy ............................................£83,000 CLAAS

2021 Claas Axion 850 C Matic, 7005hrs, 55kph, front linkage, 1 hydraulic front service, basic guidance, front tyres 540/65x30 0%, rear tyres 650/65x38 30%, very clean, tidy tractor............................................£59,500 FOR BREAKING

New Holland T6.175 ftted with brand new dynamic command gearbox

New Holland T6.160

New Holland T4.75V

New Holland T5.115

New Holland T7.315

New Holland T7.260 PC

New Holland T7.270

Steyr 6240 CVT

The tractors have done a maximum of 2000hrs, ALL PARTS AVAILABLE

WANTED McCormick tractors X7s & X8s with maximum of 6000hrs

COMING IN

2022 New Holland T7.230

2018 JCB 536-70 Loadall

2019 Merlo 35.7CS

2012 New Holland T7.185

2020 Case Puma 200 CVX

2018 New Holland T7.210

2021 Case Puma 240

SELLING ON BEHALF OF CUSTOMER

2010 Terragator 2244 c/w dribble bar & grass injector, 10201hrs .......................................................£48,750

Contact Adrian 07831 129301 adrian@cattlegate.co.uk

Holland

2021 Claas Axion 850 C Matic 7005hrs

2022 Fendt 724 Prof Plus 7641hrs

2019 Fendt 718 Power Plus c/w MXT414 Loader 12181hrs

2018 Fendt 516 Power 8066hrs £53,000

DIESEL OR kerosene tank, 2300L, single skinned, good condition, viewing welcome. £175+VAT. T Walker Tel 07765 113701 (Lincolnshire)

TILLAGE TACKLE

2018 Teagle 3m Multidisc, little used & one owner from new, in gwo, with plenty of life left in the wearing parts. £5,950+VAT. W Graham Tel 07917 357932 (Suffolk)

FORD RANSOMES C85 single leg subsoiler/mole drainer with front disc, subsoiler foot fitted, but comes with mole drainer bullet & expander, frame good, straight & strong, could easily be converted to pipe layer. £495+VAT ono. O Hammond Tel 07733 326987 (Suffolk)

LARGE 66,000L steel tank, 2020, 9m long with stands, top access hatches, two 2” outlets. £6,500+VAT. M Sutton Tel 07970 658813 (Warwickshire)

TIM Howard 5 leg mounted subsoiler with removable trailing kit, 2002, 750mm leg spacing, 3.75m w/width, Simba DD packer, genuine TH wearing metal in good condition, wheel assemblies & d/bar easily removable to return to mounted. £5,500+VAT ono. O Williams Tel 07749 486567 (East Yorkshire)

COUSINS 7 leg subsoiler with crumbler bar, 1990, good solid piece of equipment, done a fair bit of work, but plenty of acres in it yet. £1,000+VAT. L Patchett Tel 07719 742598 (East Yorkshire)

TUFFA 3500L fuel tank, vertical rotationally moulded polyethylene static tank for the above ground, external & internal storage of fuel, in good condition, the tank has been housed in a container. £2,300+VAT ono. R Stevenson Tel 07889 647736 (Cambridgeshire)

KONGSKILDE 8’ Triple K springtine cultivator, 1983, in good working order, very original condition, ready to work, 30 tines, all in good order, can load onto trailer on site. £410. T Smith Tel 07730 780510 (Lincolnshire)

VADERSTAD Rexius Twin 630, f/w brand new rings in 2022 & has done very little since, 6.3m working width, levelling board, heavy duty machine. £25,000+VAT. O Williams Tel 07749 486567 (East Yorkshire)

to fit McConnel Discaerator, 2016, hardly used as bought as a spare. £100 ono. G Nunn Tel 07780 970691 (Essex) HEVA low disturbance subsoiler, 3m 5 leg, in good condition, c/w standard & narrow points all tungsten, plus selection of spares. £7,500+VAT. B Brown Tel 07734 603064 (Cambridgeshire)

LEMKEN 1.6m furrow press. £325+VAT. C Howell Tel 07798 668239 (Norfolk)

MIXED box of wearing metal for Lemken Karat cultivator, 2025, includes 18 x 80mm shins, 12 x points, 3 x 100mm right-hand wings, 3 x 100mm left-hand wings, 8 x small scrapers, mix of genuine Lemken & APM parts, as new. £1,200+VAT. R Scott Tel 07796 031133 (Norfolk)

SIMBA 6m Toptilth, 1995, in good working order with good tines & crumble rollers, used last autumn. £6,500+VAT. H Pell Tel 07880 736854 (Bedfordshire)

VADERSTAD Carrier CR650 cultivator, good tidy machine having been completely refurbished last year. £26,500+VAT ono. N Vergette Tel 07802 331200 (Cambridgeshire)

FOLD UP Cambridge rolls, 20' wide, 24" rings, good condition. £3,250. A Baugh Tel 07974 238032 (Nottinghamshire)

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TRAILED discs, 10' wide, good condition. £800. A Baugh Tel 07974 238032 (Nottinghamshire)

GARFORD ROBOCROP tine raiser, 6m hyd folding inter-row hoe, ex-demo condition, can be adapted for other crops. £38,750.00 ovno. W Mallon Tel 07771 972092 (Norfolk)

VADERSTAD 3m Topdown, in as new condition, unused last 3yrs, barn stored, paint still on rollers, new tungsten points, new style double packer roller, approx £15K saving off new price, viewing on farm recommended. £34,950+VAT. W Skinner Tel 07711 405103 (Northamptonshire)

TIM HOWARD 5 leg trailed V Form, 5 new legs, heavy duty, toothed packer. R Smith Tel 07881 621061 (Cambridgeshire)

SIMBA Mono 5 leg DD packers, choice of 2, 3.75m & 3.25m. R Smith Tel 07881 621061 (Cambridgeshire)

KUHN HR3004 power harrow, 21 spline PTO shaft, Maxipacker, Sept 2020 model, done less than 300 acres, excellent condition, bought in 2020 as back up machine, PTO shaft never shortened, so can be cut to fit any tractor. £12,500. P Appleby Tel 07850 317403 (County Durham)

WEAVING Short Disc, 4m wide, hydraulic folding, 2023, hydraulic depth control, 2 rows 560mm diameter hybrid discs on rubber shock absorbers, 700mm diameter V ring packer roller on the back, excellent condition, very little use. £16,000+VAT. J Brocksopp Tel 07974 669997 (South Yorkshire)

LEMKEN Karat 9/400K. £14,000. N Drake Tel 07788 698589 (Norfolk)

DALBO Super Max. £11,000. N Drake Tel 07788 698589 (Norfolk)

DALBO Level Flex 3m. £7,000. N Drake Tel 07788 698589 (Norfolk)

14-FOOT set of ring rolls, vgc. £800+VAT. M Wheeler Tel 07808 200404/01892 722532 (eves) (Kent)

SPRINGTINE 3m cultivator. £500. P Purser Tel 07917 035607 (Buckinghamshire)

CAMBRIDGE rollers, set comprising main roller 7'10" long, two small rollers 9'2" long, total length 17'. £800. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

COUSINS 10o' dutch harrow with crumbler, four seed harrows, dutch harrow £200, seed harrow £100. M Watts Tel 01462 813543 (Bedfordshire)

10-FOOT heavy duty ring roll. £500+VAT. M Wheeler Tel 07808 200404/01892 722532 (eves) (Kent)

BLENCH 10' dutch harrow. £250+VAT. M Wheeler Tel 07808 200404/01892 722532 (eves) (Kent)

VARIOUS new/used wearing parts & spares for Spaldings

Flat Lift, 1984, now surplus to requirements, phone for full details. POA. S Howard Tel 07900 631724 (Nottinghamshire)

COUSINS Level-lift subsoiler legs (6), 1985, plus quantity of new wearing parts available, phone for full details. POA. S Howard Tel 07900 631724 (Nottinghamshire)

GALUCHO heavy discs, 4.5–5m, hyd gang angle, new levering spring, rear drawbar, excellent land reclaimers. J Runciman Tel 07795 548648 (Norfolk)

SIX FOOT rotovator cultivator, 2022, PTO driven, unbranded, had little use, collection Dunbar, Scotland. £650. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

PARMITER 3m mounted disc harrows. £900+VAT. P Purser Tel 07917 035607 (Buckinghamshire)

FRONT press 2.8m wide, 2009, hydraulic front paddles, 600mm heavy duty crumbler, c/w storage boxes, good condition. £1,400+VAT. J Leadley Tel 07887 912646 (Norfolk)

TWB TERMINATOR 3.5m, 2012, recent discs, currently 4 low disturbance tungsten points with leg protection, 5th leg available. £7,750+VAT. B Sharp Tel 07917 127061 (Lincolnshire)

SPALDINGS Flatlift 3 leg subsoiler with packer, swivelling legs (with shear bolts), genuine machine, good condition, c/w spares (c £400). £3,000+VAT. S Skinner Tel 07790 987130 (Northamptonshire)

TRACKS

AG

TRACKS

to fit most tracked tractor & combine models

Brands: Mitas, Trackman & Camso

Undercarriage

AGRICULTURAL RUBBER TRACKS

JOHN DEERE 6210R, 2014, 6000hrs, Direct Drive 55kph, Starfire 6000 GPS dome, 4 electric spools, 650 R42/ R28 Michelin tyres, front linkage, no Adblue, just had full 6000hr service, from family farm, genuine reason for sale. £49,500+VAT. O Williams Tel 07749 486567 (East Yorkshire)

TRACTORS

NEW HOLLAND T7.245 P/ Command 50k, Trimble Range Point RTX NavControllerII, 5012hrs, v tidy, 2016, reg service, gen parts, f/linkage, axle susp, weight, a/brakes, Sidewinder, 4 e/spools, mid mnt joystick, Kleber 650/65R42 & 540/65R30 70%. £55,000+VAT. J Hawkes Tel 07711 328102 (Essex)

MASSEY FERGUSON 6499, 2010, 50K, air seat, electric spools, front linkage, 650/42, all tyres a good 50%, 6200hrs, very genuine, regularly serviced, in very good condition. £37,500+VAT. B Graves Tel 07801 862278 (Northamptonshire)

KUBOTA 2201 4wd, 3 point linkage PTO, showing 736hrs £5,000. K Ollett Tel 07753 859881/07753 859884 (Suffolk)

MASSEY FERGUSON 7718, 2016, 4203hrs, Dyna 6 Exclusive spec, 50kph, f/ linkage, cab & f/suspension, 6 e/spools, Autoguide 3000, Isobus ready, Eco PTO, hydraulic brakes, Michelin 650/65R38 & 540/65R28, excellent condition. £48,000+VAT ono. J Williamson Tel 07837 878684 (East Yorkshire)

New Tafe 6020m Compact Tractor

DEUTZ FAHR wheel weights & carriers, 1200kg total, came off 7250, will fit larger 6 Series up to 9 Series. £1,200+VAT. B Brown Tel 07734 603064 (Cambridgeshire)

JOHN DEERE 7810, 2003, Powerquad gearbox, 7000hrs, TLS front suspension, LH forward, reverse shuttle, c/w f/ weight, r/flotation wheels barely used, r/tyres 95% good, f/tyres 40% good, vgc. £57,000+VAT. N Wooster Tel 07967 587701 (Northamptonshire)

4500hrs,

2019 Valtra T194V, 57K, 5 e/ spools, RTK steering, section control unlocked, f/linkage, f/spool, Power Beyond, 540/540E/1000 PTO speed, creeper gear, LED w/lights, new gearbox 800hrs ago, dealer serviced, 7482hrs. £42,000+VAT ono. L Musk Tel 07926 603458 (Norfolk)

manual gearbox, machinery package deals available £7,950+VAT

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NEW HOLLAND T7.260AC Blue Power, front linkage, 1200hrs only. £86,000. N Drake Tel 07788 698589 (Norfolk)

FORD 6710 2wd, 1985, owned since 1991, retirement sale, well maintained, reliable, vgwo, 6093hrs, but f/w exchange engine at 4050hrs, all electrics work, new battery, V5, top link, also some spares, photos & videos on request. £10,750 no VAT. D Cowton Tel 07712 005508 (County Durham)

MASSEY Ferguson 3125 Autotronic, 1991, original condition, 9534hrs, 2 owners, a/c, 40kph, been on farm since 2010, reliable, on the button, excellent tyres all round, pickup hitch, front weights included. £15,2500+VAT. R Grindling Tel 07771 901861 (Cambridgeshire)

GRILLO G110-G108 Agrigarden walking tractor, for ag use & large gardens, 6spd gearbox, diff lock as standard, c/w manual, reversible plough, wheel weights, steel wheels, rotary tiller, hardly used, in as new condition, Honda engine. £3,000 no VAT. T Bensley Tel 01354 695455 (Cambridgeshire)

MASSEY FERGUSON 7720, 2017, Dyna VT Exclusive, 7200hrs, 4 electric spools, GPS ready, tyres 50%, front linkage, very tidy. £44,000+VAT. H Farley Tel 07923 607921 (Devon)

Manufacturing tractors since 1960

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CASE IH CS 94, 1997, 16 fwd 16 rev 4 gears with splitter, 40kph forwards & backwards, 540 & 1000 eco, auto 4wd & diff, 2 spool valves & Freeflow return, f/weights, 10519hrs, serviced @10500, air con & heater, roof hatch, good condition. £13,500+VAT. W Rathbone Tel 07973 960817 (Warwickshire)

JOHN Deere 7530 Premium, 2011, only 1720hrs, Autoquad 50k, GreenStar, 650x42 Michelins 100%, 540x30 90%, 4 electric spools, f/linkage & PTO, f/w Quicke 65 loader only last year to cart straw, excellent condition. Offers over £100,000+VAT. D Murrell Tel 07850 724139 (Norfolk)

JCB Fastrac 2135, 2002, good condition, 8090hrs, road tyres. £18,500. P Davies Tel 07717 478413 (Cambridgeshire)

KUBOTA BX231, 23hp, 2020, c/w loader & rear weight, excellent condition. £13,500+VAT. r Stimpson Tel 07789 786158 (Norfolk)

WEIGHT block, 3pt linkage, ideal for a loader tractor. £90. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

FENDT 936 Profi Plus, 2022, 65kmh, stability control, 2460hrs, f/links, Variogrip, Michelin VF tyres, 5 DUDK valves rear, 1 front, EvolutionUp DuMo air compr seat, RTK 1cm accuracy, section control, variable rate, etc, wty till Dec 26. £220,000+VAT. R Dalglish Tel 07974 234572 (Perth & Kinross)

FORD 6810 4wd, 1990, 9044hrs, c/w front weights, front fenders, pick up hitch, totally original, new tyres all around, a stunning tractor, call for more details. £24,500+VAT. N Gaunt Tel 07999 855169 (Derbyshire)

TRACTORS (cont)

CASE tractor front linkage arms off a 2016 Puma 150, taken off when new & been in storage. £1,000+VAT ono. T Witter Tel 07772 850505 (Lincolnshire)

USED set of 12 John Deere front weights. £1,200+VAT. N Lindsey Tel 07885 205680 (Cambridgeshire)

New Tafe 6028m Compact Tractor

£9,950+VAT

FENDT 728 Vario Profi Plus + Gen7, 2024, 1254hrs, with warranty 5000hrs or Aug 29, RTK Guidance TI Headland, contour assistant, f/link & PTO, rev fan, 600/70R30 & 710/70R42 Trelleborg 70%, 165L/m hydro pump, 600kg wheel weights. £215,500+VAT. M Landale Tel 07917 626927 (Norfolk)

manual gearbox, Hydro, loader and cab options available

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JOHN DEERE 6215R, 2023, 1900hrs, owner bought & driven, full spec. £110,000+VAT ono. W Finn-Kelcey Tel 07769 664940 (Buckinghamshire)

HOWARD MARSHALL Engineering left hand panorama door protection kit for John Deere R Series, as new. I Parker Tel 07966 166967 (Lincolnshire)

JOHN Deere 6230 Premium, 2010, 3550hrs, bought new by my father & was his pride & joy, been looked after & only driven by him; he was very steady, only ever done light hay work, very high spec. £49,995+VAT ono. T Brown Tel 07872 964085 (Lincolnshire)

JOHN Deere 4500 compact tractor with loader & rear weight box, 2010, turf tyres, 46304hrs, nice clean tractor.

£11,000+VAT. T Schembri Tel 07919 624032 (Essex)

FENDT 936 Profi Plus, 2017, 65K, only 6200hrs, RTK guidance, 5 spools, hydraulic top link, extremely well looked after only one driver. J Darlington Tel 07716 058098/01244 570352 (Cheshire)

JOHN Deere 6215R, 4229hrs will increase as in use until sold, Autopower, TLS, cab susp, aftermarket f/link, GPS, section row & control activated, possibility of 6000 Starfire dome, tyres are worn, sale due to change in policy.

£80,000+VAT ono. R Wesley Tel 07956 785194 (Lincolnshire)

FLEMING TB5, 2023, 5’ link box, seen very little use. £380 ono. W Greenfield Tel 07399 553509 (Leicestershire)

2011 Massey Ferguson 6490 Dyna 6, 50k, 7900hrs, tyres 90%, f/& cab susp, 4 spool – 2 elec/2 cable, 1000/540/540e, Datatronic, Isobus, f/link + spool, Power Beyond, a/steer ready, Trimble to be removed, sale due to change in practice.

£33,950+VAT ono. C Taylor Tel 07586 555631 (Angus)

FORD/NEW Holland 7740, 1995, 8911hrs, with Q650 loader & forks & quick tow hook, absolute workhorse, bucket also available separately, bale spikes, soft hands grab, rear spike, livestock box, roller & chain harrow.

£19,000+VAT ono. D Green Tel 07957 575894 (Gwynedd)

TRAILERS

BALE trailer, 25’, steel floor, super singles tyres, hydraulic brakes, rear lights. S Dudley Tel 07860 599377 (Essex)

COMPACT livestock trailer, 1988, very well made, aluminum chequer plate floor, headboard & ramp, foldable gates, road lights, 145R10 tyres, inc spare, removable top, body dimensions 1500mm x 900mm x 1150 tall, sides 450mm tall. £495. T Smith Tel 07730780510 (Lincolnshire)

GRIFFITHS 10T trailer, hydraulic brakes, swinging tailgate, in good overall condition for age. £2,200 no VAT. A Beecroft Tel 07765 258286/01473 730342 (Suffolk)

MARSTON 8t grain trailer, 1986, twin axle, stored under cover, good condition. £2,950+VAT.

C Howell Tel 07798 668239 (Norfolk)

Enduramaxx water/liquid bowser

10,000L tandem axle water/liquid bowsers, hyd and/or air brakes, side lockers, super single wheels, pacer pumps and valves, front platform for IBC

Chassis kits for your tanks

LORRY chassis grain trailer conversion, 1980, holds about 14T, grain proof. £1,250+VAT. L Patchett Tel 07719 742598 (East Yorkshire)

JONES 14T grain trailer, 2010, all good tyres, plus a spare wheel, grain proof, only used for corn, slight oil leak on one ram, very solid trailer. £4,000+VAT. L Patchett Tel 07719 742598 (East Yorkshire)

Merrick Loggin Trailers

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12 TON trailer with grain chute, good condition. £3,750+VAT.

C Howell Tel 07798 668239 (Norfolk)

TRIFFITT dump trailer, selling as upgrading to a new trailer, holds approx 14t, decent workhorse in average condition. £6,000+VAT.

M Sills Tel 07587 142844 (Cambridgeshire)

10 TON sprung tipping trailer, c/w aly body, drop sides, brakes, lights, grain & beet doors. £3,250 ono. R Dungworth Tel 07860 147314 (Lincolnshire)

40 FOOT curtainsider c/w back doors, good throughout, brakes, lights, dolly. £4,500 ono. R Dungworth Tel 07860 147314 (Lincolnshire)

12+ TON tipping grain trailer c/w brakes, lights, drop sides, ready for work. £3,250 ono. R Dungworth Tel 07860 147314 (Lincolnshire)

MF 8S.305

Dyna VT Exclusive, 2025, 1400hrs, front links & PTO, Trimble RTK guidance, 2 x data 5 screens.

MF 8S.245

Dyna VT Exclusive, 2025, 600hrs, front links, guidance

MF 8S.205

Dyna VT Exclusive, 2023, 2400hrs, guidance ready, front links & PTO, air brakes.

MF 7S.180

2022, 2900hrs, Dyna 6, 50kph, front links, 50kph, air brakes, multipad.

MF 8730S

2022, 2900hrs, Dyna VT exclusive, front links & PTO, 50kph.

MF 7722S

2019, 4200hrs, Dyna 6, 50kph, Front Links & PTO

MF 7720S

2019. Dyna 6, 4200hrs, front linkage, air brakes, 50kph.

MF 7720S

2018, 4600hrs, Dyna 6, front linkage, 50kph.

MF 7622

2012, Dyna 6, 6800hrs, 50kph, new tyres.

MF 7620

2014, 6100hrs, Dyna 6, 50kph, 80% tyres.

MF 5711SL

2017, 4600hrs, Quicke Q3L loader, Dyna 4, 40kph, air con, Eco PTO.

New Holland FR9050

2010, Additive, 2 X 10 drum, grass machine, very good condition.

Bailey 18Ton Silage Trailer

Full Spec, 560 tyres, New.

Redrock 4500 Gallon Tanker

2025, self loading arm, rain gun, over hedge boom.

Lovol FR 55-U Excavator

2026, 5.5T, LED work lights, blade, 2 speed tracking, rubber tracks

Massey

10 TON sprung axle alloy tipping trailer, c/w lights, brakes, grain chute, one of a pair. £2,000 ono. R Dungworth Tel 07860 147314 (Lincolnshire)

MASSEY FERGUSON 18 trailer 5t, 1975, c/w good wooden floor & tailboard, straight condition for age. £1,500. J Almond Tel 07876 652079 (Norfolk)

BATESON 3.5t 12' flat trailer, 2004, new wheels, tyres & bearings. £1,200 ono. D Murrell Tel 07850 724139 (Norfolk)

IFOR WILLIAMS stock trailer, great condition, double deck, gates, divider, only had light duties, tows smoothly. £3,750+VAT. R Grindling Tel 07771 901861 (Cambridgeshire)

FRASER 11T grain trailer with removable sides for conversion to flat bed, vgc. £5,000+VAT. M Wheeler Tel 07808 200404/01892 722532 (eves) (Kent)

AS MARSTON Ace 14T tipping trailer, 2000, sprung drawbar & axles, super single tyres, hydraulic rear door, rollover sheet, grain hatch. £8,950+VAT. R Waddelow Tel 07973 615772 (Cambridgeshire)

GATOR trailer, 10‘ x 4’6". £550 ono. J Powell Tel 07790 516976 (Gloucestershire)

BAILEY 14T trailer, 2004, air and hydraulic brakes, sprung drawbar, swinging tailgate with good rollover sheet. £10,000+VAT. D Lunn Tel 07941 072957 (Cambridgeshire)

VVB 10M tipping trailer, unused since purchased in 2023, single ram, 10 stud commercial axles. £9,750+VAT. S Bygraves Tel 07973 117993 (Cambridgeshire)

3 TON single axle tipping trailer, tyres 7.5x16, 8 ply, gwo.

N Lindsey Tel 07885 205680 (Cambridgeshire)

TRAILER 6’ aluminium ramps, 2026, 3.5T rated, brand new unused, 300mm wide/1’, 8m long, viewing welcome, can deliver if needed, have another set 6T rated. £525 ono. L Robson Tel 07719 561629 (North Yorkshire) BALE trailer, 32’ x 8’. £4,250 ono. J Powell Tel 07790 516976 (Gloucestershire)

5TH WHEEL DOLLY bogie, good strong & tidy, on springs with super singles. £1,150+VAT. G Ryman Tel 07714 956920 (Oxfordshire)

TRAILER aluminium plant trailer ramps, 2026, 6T, 2.4m long, 350mm wide, can deliver, viewing welcome, also have another set of 3.5T rated brand new ramps. £750 ono. L Robson Tel 07719 561629 (North Yorkshire)

TRAILER aluminium ramps, brand new & unused, 7.5’ long x 1.3’ wide (2.5m long x 340mm wide), now not required, loading rate 3.3T, ideal for flatbed ramps have hook lip to sit into a grove very light to carry ideal for plant. £695. L Robson Tel 07719 561629 (North Yorkshire)

TRAILER aluminium ramps,-brand new & unused, 6.5’ long x 1’ wide (2m long x 300mm wide), now not required loading rate 3.3T, ideal for flatbed ramps have hook lip to sit into a grove, very light to carry, ideal for plant, grass machinery, etc. £625. L Robson Tel 07719 561629 (North Yorkshire)

TOWING dolly with ramps, has brakes but not operating, solid. £600+VAT. J Leadley Tel 07887 912646 (Norfolk)

BAILEY 8T tipping trailer, 1986, owned from new, c/w rollover sheet & 4 new tyres, new brakes, very little used, no oil leaks, excellent condition.

£4,725. C Dade Tel 07860 573650 (Cambridgeshire)

CHOICE of 5 caravan rolling chassis, would make base for alteration to open box trailer. £100–£200. C Walker Tel 07836 666233 (Essex)

BAILEY 16T 33’ bale trailer (2), 2021, twin axle, air/hyd brakes, spr/d/bar, strap box, storage rack, chequerplate floor, 435/50R19.5 mini super singles, 10 stud spr/axles, beacon, number plate holder, LED lights, excellent condition. £10,500+VAT. M Fleming Tel 07881 913725 (Lincolnshire)

WHEATLEY tipping trailer c/w grain tank, 1970, good condition. £550+VAT ono. I Fowler Tel 07885 332037 (Essex)

TYRES & WHEELS

GOODYEAR 800/75R88, Firestone 620/75R30, full set 65+%, good condition. £2,000 ono. R Dungworth Tel 07860 147314 (Lincolnshire)

MICHELIN 680/75-R32 X M28 second hand Fendt back tyres & wheels for sale, 70% good. £2,500+VAT. W Graham Tel 07917 357932 (Suffolk)

BRIDGESTONE Dueler H/T tyres (2), 255/65-R17, one has 5mm tread & other has 4mm tread, useable

D Ivens Tel 07969 877834 (Northamptonshire)

WASTE TYRE DISPOSAL

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fronts 270/95-R36 (11.2-R36), rears A-350 (13.6-R48) approx 50% tread remaining, came off John Deere 6930 but have been on Fendt, usable condition, just no longer needed. £995+VAT. J Massie Tel 07973 482993 (Leicestershire)

Agribib rowcrop wheels & tyres, 420/80x46, 95%+ tread, 2017, no cuts or cracks, 220mm diameter centre, 275mm PCD. £2,400+VAT ono. B Yarnold Tel 07855 157491 (Worcestershire)

NEW HOLLAND 16Lx30 front wheel rim, 8 stud, for a T7 245/270, never been used. S Dudley Tel 07860 599377 (Essex)

MASSEY 6480 front wheels, bare rims (2) DW 10x34 10 stud, to fit MF 6480 fronts, 2005. £100+VAT. E Reynolds Tel 07748 884750 (Cambridgeshire)

NEW Kuhmo trailer/truck tyres, 295 80 22.5, dated 2023, located Dunbar South East Scotland rrp £500 each. Will accept £200 each or all 4 for £700. M Cameron Tel 07795 994786 (Berwickshire)

30X32 wheel rims (pair), heavy duty, 30 wide x 32”, solid centres with 12 stud holes, suitable for a 900x32 tyre. £250+VAT. S Harrison Tel 07984 092698 (Lincolnshire)

PAIR 16.9-30 tyres, sound, came off digger, 40% tread. Offers. P Richardson Tel 07949 594803 (Lincolnshire)

PAIR of Kleber tyres, 13.6-38, in very good condition, 40% tread. Offers. P Lakey Tel 07860 537973/01406 550227 (Lincolnshire)

PAIR of BKT Variflex tyres VF710/60/42, in very good condition, no cuts or major repairs, 30–40% tread, also fronts VF600/60/30, in good condition, no stone damage. £1,250 the set of four. P Lakey Tel 07860 537973/01406 550227 (Lincolnshire)

GOODYEAR Wrangler Duratrac tyres R19 255/55. Set of four, around 60% tread £250+VAT. T Wright Tel 07795 484100 (Norfolk)

VEHICLES

650/65R42 & 540/65R30 wheels & tyres from a Massey 7620, Continental Contact AC65 two of each on rims, tyres in good condition, 33mm deep treads, no tears or bulges, barn stored. £1,400+VAT. E Reynolds Tel 07748 884750 (Cambridgeshire)

LAND ROVER 110 van, 3 door, 12 months MOT, full roof rack, recent new clutch & gearbox & starter motor, 158,000mls, waxoyled yearly, dark blue TD5. £8,500 ono. S Cartland Tel 01564 823398 (Warwickshire)

PAIR rowcrop wheels, 8.3x44, 6 ply, from a John Deere 2130. £300+VAT. N Lindsey Tel 07885 205680 (Cambridgeshire)

DEUTZ Fahr 250TTV set of rowcrops, 2021, 380/90R50 & 380/85R34, tread 40%, Michelin tyres, collection Milnathort Scotland. £2,250+VAT ono. D Allan Tel 07736161318 (Perth & Kinross)

LAND ROVER Defender 110, 1999, diesel, galvanised chassis. £4,500 ono. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire) JEEP Cherokee 4x4, no MOT. £450 ono. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire)

PAIR

VREDESTEIN 600/50R22.5 wheels & tyres (4), 8 stud rims, came off Case IH demonstrator square baler, 2021, very good condition, no repairs, 90%tread. A Bacon Tel 07866 904116 (Essex)

(Norfolk)

700X50X26.5 tyre on wheel, ex pea viner, brand new tyre. £350 no VAT. R Jones Tel 07785 583192 (Norfolk) 12.4R36/M25 tyre on a PAVT wheel, in very good condition, tyre 90%, used on a Matrot beet harvester to change row widths moe easily. P Lakey Tel 07860 537973 (Lincolnshire)

STOCKS AG rowcrop wheels & tyres to fit John Deere 30 Series or similar, 11.2R38 10 stud front, 270R38 8 stud rear, solid centres, approx 50% tread. £1,100+VAT ono. N Graves Tel 07710 835302 (Northamptonshire)

FORD/NEW HOLLAND wheels & tyres, 2001, 420/85R34 (16.9 34) rims & tyres, fit Ford or New Holland tractors, Continental AC 85 tyres, few cracks but hold air, rims not matching pair but fitted TS100 no problems. £500 ono no VAT. J Clark Tel 07841 873629 (Essex)

LAND ROVER Discovery, 02 reg, been on Ag spec, reasonable condition for age. Open to sensible offers J Moody Tel 07767 673493 (Derbyshire)

LAND ROVER spares for Series 1, 2 & 3, too many to list, new & second hand. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk)

VEHICLES (cont)

NISSAN Navara Tekna DCi auto pickup, 2018, 73000mls, MOT to Nov 2026. £14,500 ono. D Smart Tel 01223 861482 (Cambridgeshire)

MITSUBISHI L200 pickup 2 door diesel, good engine/gearbox, rest rough, runs, no MOT, for spares or repair. £600 ono. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire)

PERSONAL registration number, A403 KAY, on 10yr retention, £80 registration fee paid, ready to go onto a vehicle. £1,000. E Calcott Tel 01827 62265 (Staffordshire)

LAND Rover Defender 130, 2013, 2.2 Puma engine, double cab dropside, 132,000mls, MOT Dec 26, roof rack, winch, new mud tyres, central locking, air con, electric f/windows, 1 previous owner, just serviced, excellent condition. £24,000 ono no VAT. T Linch Tel 07769 908027 (Kent)

TRIPLE VAN SEATS ideal for tractor road runs, c/w seat belts, good condition. £60. T Gallimore Tel 07895 451171 (Staffordshire)

MAZDA Baracuda 4x4 pickup truck, 128000mls, MOT'd. T Moore Tel 07799 767170 (Norfolk)

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 3 door 1.6 petrol, blue, only 2 prev keepers, extensive folder of service history, 120k miles, new cam belt & water pump fitted 5K miles ago, f/w nearly new BF Goodrich All Terrain tyres, more photos online. £2,495. W Skinner Tel 07711 405103 (Northamptonshire)

LAND ROVER Discovery 4 XS diesel, 11 months MOT, 16' triaxle trailer with drop sides & ramps also available. £9,350 will split – trailer £3,750 & Land Rover £5,950. D Wadsworth Tel 07979 552670 (North Yorkshire)

2001 LDV 3500kg GVW, aluminium drop side body, Ford engine, 46,000 miles from new, one owner. £1,500 ono. K Ollett Tel 01359 270047/07753 859881 (Suffolk)

USED BUS no engine, great project for shoot bus or glamping. £600 no VAT. R King Tel 07929 424474 (Nottinghamshire)

TOYOTA Yaris 6 speed manual 1.4D-4D diesel, 64 reg, air conditioning, sat nav, bluetooth, running lights, in perfect condition, only 45,000mls, MOT until Oct, has detachable tower, full service history. £5,500 no VAT. T Bensley Tel 01354 695455 (Cambridgeshire)

DAF LF45.180, 2008, 12T gross, 7T payload, 348,474km, MOT until Oct, dropside ali tipper, just had tacho done. £5,500+VAT ono. R Ditch Tel 07789 700660 (Norfolk)

ISUZU D-Max bed liner, 2012, to fit extended cab model, c/w fittings, now surplus to requirements due to retirement, good condition. £20 ono no VAT. D Cowton Tel 07712 005508 (County Durham)

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INTERNATIONAL 614, a project for someone. J Adams Tel 07812 367009 (Worcestershire)

DAVID BROWN 996, S reg, with David Brown front loader, good tyres, new clutch. J Adams Tel 07812367009 (Worcestershire)

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NEW HOLLAND 268 conventional baler, in working order. £450 ono. C Shaw Tel 07964 989516 (Staffordshire)

THREE horse-drawn mowers, one Bamford, one Bamlett, one Deering. £150 each or £400 for all three. E Calcott Tel 01827 62265 (Staffordshire)

JOHN DEERE B, registered 03/03/1942, with original cultivator, petrol/paraffin, original log book, barn find condition, Chatteris. £2,000 ono no VAT. R Angood Tel 07966 443427 (Cambridgeshire)

MASSEY FERGUSON 135 with loader, available shortly. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk) RANSOMES TS59 3 furrow plough. £160. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk)

LEYLAND 262 Synchro, complete original barn find with 4067 genuine hrs (in the family for last 28yrs) needs a good service, then work or play. £4,250. S Hill Tel 07881 786690 (Norfolk)

RANSOMES TS82 reversible plough. £260. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk)

DAVID Brown/Sam sprayers for spares or repair, 1980, both start well, DB running gear, one has 20m gullwing boom & Sands spray pack, used last season, clutch needs attn, other Knight spray pack, 24m, brakes need attn, cheap project.

£2,250+VAT ono. H Pell Tel 07880 736854 (Bedfordshire)

DAVID BROWN 1412 Hydro, not used for 25yrs, starts & runs fine, non Q cab model so unusual, needs a good service then work or play.

£6,000. S Hill Tel 07881 786690 (Norfolk)

MCCONNEL Power Arm hedge cutter, Armhead No 1S. £150+VAT. J Brocksopp Tel 07974 669997 (Derbyshire)

ZETOR Diesel 3011, 1965, selling with box & Ransomes TS59 2 furrow plough, c/w parts, good working order, call for more info/ photos. £3,500 ono, cash on collection. J Alsbury Tel 01635 578644 (Berkshire)

RANSOMES TS59 plough, 1960, good working order, been used this year to plough shallow bodies, suit a vintage or classic tractor. £440. A Kerfoot Tel 07539 933777 (Lincolnshire)

JOHN DEERE implement rams, new unused, choice of 6. R Smith Tel 07881 621061 (Cambridgeshire)

Junior stationary engine with Lister pump, runs well & is on trailer. £650 ono. A Gregory Tel 07904 988906 (Essex)

JOHN DEERE AR, great project, straight petrol, any questions feel free to ask. £2,750+VAT. R King Tel 07929 424474 (Nottinghamshire)

1963 Fordson Super Major (New Performance), new wheels & tyres, new electrics all round, new hydraulic pump, reconditioned engine, new radiator, power steering, shotblasted & painted, good starter, runs well, more photos available. £10,500. G Neesham Tel 07984 442602 (Lincolnshire)

MASSEY FERGUSON 1970s 6” auger on tripod wheels, 3 phase motor. £500+VAT ono. D Kershaw Tel 07921 661483 (South Yorkshire)

FERGUSON grain drill, barn stored. £170. J Steel Tel 07747 625036 (Lincolnshire)

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RANSOMES trailer, 1980, 4t, c/w grain sides. £800+VAT ono. D Kershaw Tel 07921 661483 (South Yorkshire)

LEMKEN 3f reversible plough, 1980, in reasonable order, one weld. £500+VAT ono. D Kershaw Tel 07921 661483 (South Yorkshire)

NEW Holland 841 round baler, 1986, good condition for age missing door rams, for spares or repair. £1,000+VAT ono. D Kershaw Tel 07921 661483 (South Yorkshire)

RANSOMES vintage 4 furrow plough, 1970, bar point deep digger plough. £500 ono.

D Tebbit Tel 07889 752653 (Cambridgeshire)

MASSEY Ferguson 135, 1976, gwo starts runs drives in all gears, brakes OK, painted bonnet, mudguards & wheels, new seat cover, grille, decals, fuel tank & tap, trans oil change, f/w a Simpson eng at some point before my ownership, got V5. £5,500. O Playfoot Tel 07356 209216 (Kent)

MASSEY Ferguson 135, 1975, gwo, starts runs & drives very nicely in all gears & brakes work, recently painted bonnet mudguards & wheels, new tacho & cable, seat cushions grille & decals, c/w old paper V5, orchard model. £5,500. O Playfoot Tel 07356 209216 (Kent)

FORDSON Super Major, 1962, f/w 6-cylinder 590e engine, excellent conversion with a cast iron sump & good tinwork, large air intake, starts instantly & sounds great, good tyres, all round ready for shows or work. £6,500 ono. W Shephard Tel 07990 981512 (Cambridgeshire)

MASSEY Ferguson 135, 1967, good working order, runs & drives in all gears, hydraulics work, just had new oil & fuel filters, coolant replaced, new mudguards & back tyres, new fuel tap, painted bonnet, new tacho, c/w V5, orchard model. £5,500. O Playfoot Tel 07356 209216 (Kent)

MASSEY Ferguson Exmoor safety frame, fits Massey Ferguson 135 orchard tractor, 1975, brackets, uprights 35'' apart. £500+VAT. S Bray Tel 07703 595330 (Kent)

FORD FRONT WEIGHTS, 1980, 3 shown but I have 5 fiat weights, 2 as shown, fair condition. £200+VAT ono. P Dunn Tel 07711 316759 (Buckinghamshire)

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STORE CATTLE wanted for APU, will buy weight or lump, anything taken tested or not; also store lambs, cull ewes. K Pugh Tel 07977 912970/01694 771258 (Shropshire)

EARLY 20th century Massey Harris 11 row seed/corn drill, in good order (working), preferably with horse drawn pole. E Calcott Tel 01827 62265 (Staffordshire) ONION windrower & topper wanted, for 72" wheelings, 68" beds. N Wood Tel 07462 857557 (Bedfordshire)

MITSUBISHI L200 K34 wanted, manufactured 1991–1996, image is an example, I am best reached via WhatsApp. F M Tel 07841 055968 (Surrey)

McCONNEL saw bench 3 point linkage wanted. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk)

WANTED

John Deere 00, 10, 20 & 30 Series tractors

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FULL set of weights wanted for MF135. B Colson Tel 07789 261067 (Suffolk)

TONG Easyfill box filler wanted. N Cross Tel 07905 433240 (Cambridgeshire)

COMBINESWANTED

New Holland TC, TX, CX

Deutz Fahr - all models

John Deere 1177, 2056, 2058, 2256, 2258

Claas Lexion 410, 420, 430, 510, 520, 530

SPRAYERSWANTED

Bateman and Sands self propelled sprayers

corkcombines@gmail.com Tel: 0035 3862782479 corkcombines.com

GREENHOUSE wanted, large, high quality, industrial strength type aluminium or steel glasshouse/ greenhouse required for private farmhouse growing. J Murrell Tel 07770 692891/01603 712222 (Norfolk)

SINGLE row offset bunker potato harvester - Juko Maxi, Standen Sabre/Wuhlmaus, Hagedorn or similar. Must be in good order. GDO Howell 07903 089 391 & 01728 723 683, gdohowell@ aol.com.

LOOKING FOR up to 24 course seed drill rollers for Bettinson TC5 seed drill, 1991, contact Brian. B Knock Tel 07814 797317 (Suffolk)

All ages & all models of Fendt tractors wanted by farmer/dealer/

4X4S & PICKUPS wanted, anything considered, cash payment, in the Anglia/ Kent region. Prompt collection. Call Jeremy Long on 07711 079821. PAIR of tracks wanted for TM crawler, in serviceable, condition. S Hill Tel 07881 786690 (Norfolk) PAIR of spud wheels wanted, preferably for a Fordson Major, but anything considered. S Hill Tel 07881 786690 (Norfolk) TWO-DRUM mower & hay shaking/rowing up machine wanted by smallholder, also looking for a DB 1290/94 with loader. P Jackson Tel 01422 243913 (West Yorkshire)

SENCROP Raincrop weather station wanted in good working order. W Hitchcock Tel 07903 248519 (Suffolk)

TYRES wanted, two 18.4-R38 & 16.9-R24 in good condition, as close to north Essex as possible. A May Tel 07714 028000 (Essex)

Agri Spec JCB 520-50 Farm Special Loadall 4x4x4

SPEED CABLE wanted for bed chain on SKH 403/405 muck spreader, must be in working order. G Shepherd Tel 01283 732275/07837 055979 (Derbyshire)

COUSINS HZ (or similar) Cambridge rolls wanted, 8m, ideally with springboards. J Wright Tel 07810 656374 (Norfolk) FLAIL mower wanted. P Rule Tel 07967 148738 (Nottinghamshire)

Please email pictures & details to info@jamesmurrell.co.uk or call or WhatsApp James on 07770 692891 www.jmurrell.co.uk enthusiast

JOHN DEERE loader wanted, Quicke subframe & loader, preferably joystick control (not essential) to fit 1989 John Deere 2040S 4wd. S Rose Tel Mark 07790 446757/Andy 07739 677854 (Worcestershire)

BEET BUCKET wanted with JCB

Q-Fit brackets. J Wright Tel 07810 656374/07795 484100 (Norfolk)

HEAVY disc harrow wanted, 5m plus. T Wright Tel 07810 656374 (Norfolk)

OILSEED RAPE BOOK wanted, published in the 1970s by Frank Oldfield, manager at the Raynham Estate in Norfolk, cash paid. D Drew Tel 07871 616004 evenings (Norfolk)

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DRAWBAR for early IH 956XL wanted, also pick up hitch, reversible for clevis hitch. T Mayo Tel 07857 688272/01452 813425 (Gloucestershire)

SAW BENCH wanted, rack & pinion and/or slidable top for ripping doe tree trunks. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

SUGAR BEET fork wanted in good/ repairable condition. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

SINGLE concrete poker wanted. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

IFOR WILLIAMS 2–3t tipper double axle wanted, or something similar. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

BROCHURES WANTED

All tractor and machinery brands, all years, complete collections. Cash or cheque on collection. Please phone Graham 07889 792875

SINGLE PHASE 1hp electric motor wanted. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

ROOFING SHEETS wanted, corrugated (older type) or more modern type, any lengths, but the longer the better. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

FINGER BAR hedge cutter wanted for Ford 3000. R James Tel 01263 837569 (leave message for call back) (Norfolk)

PALLET tines wanted, on Cat 1 3 point linkage, not heavyweight, East Anglia area. P Waspe Tel 07428 882662 (Suffolk)

HORSCH PRONTO 8m DC corn drill

wanted. J Powell Tel 07790 516976 (Gloucestershire)

FORT disc mower wanted. C Jackson Tel 07768 755036 (North Yorkshire)

BLACK poultry slats, large quantities required for external use, may consider other types if they are certified as UV stabilised. O Gronning Tel 01926 843460 (Warwickshire)

TODD Mk4 beet cleaner loader wanted, Lincs area. P Richardson Tel 07949 594803 (Lincolnshire)

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RECORD POWER RSB3 12 bandsaw, single phase, c/w stand, very good condition, had little use. £250 no VAT. L Baker Tel 07879 885505/01406 330782 (Lincolnshire)

BLACK & DECKER Plus

Workmate 2. £50. R Sinkler Tel 01377 270251 (East Yorkshire)

SYKES Picavant bearing & gear pullers, push/pull type, whole lot is heavy, not cheap tools. £95 no VAT. C Flatters Tel 01775 640112 (Lincolnshire)

ELLIOTT horizontal milling machine, 3 phase, 40INT, 12 speed, 18 feed, power feed, metric & imperial dials, table slews 40deg left & right, c/w over 60 different cutters & vice, plus guards. £730 ono. C Flatters Tel 01775 640112 (Lincolnshire)

TOOL box, 2026, like new mint condition, 2 keys. £90 ono. N White Tel 07935 589062 (Lincolnshire)

RECORD POWER DM320 wood lathe, little used, very good condition. £200 no VAT. L Baker Tel 07879 885505/01406 330782 (Lincolnshire)

TACALEMIT 4 post vehicle hoist, 4T lift with sliding jacking facility, ie, will lift 3,500kg commercial vehicles, 4 tracks, good condition. £1,250+VAT. K Ollett Tel 07753 859881/07753 859884 (Suffolk)

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Iseki announces two appointments

Iseki UK & Ireland has announced two new management appointments as part of its continued commitment to supporting its dealer network and strengthening its market presence.

The company has con rmed the promotion of Andrew MacKenzie to the position of sales and marketing manager.

Matt Barr to the team as regional sales manager for the island of Ireland and the Isle of Man.

Based in Northern Ireland, Matt brings extensive industry experience, having begun his career in golf course maintenance before moving into sales with an Iseki and Raymo dealer.

With a strong background in groundcare machinery, technical support and sales, Matt will work closely with dealers and customers across Ireland and the Isle of Man, helping to drive growth, strengthen relationships and provide enhanced the dealer network

In his new role, Andrew will take responsibility for the company’s marketing activities, including social media, print advertising and wider brand promotion, while continuing to support and manage the dealer network across Scotland, Iceland, and Northern England.

support throughout the territory.

Basis appoints chief executive o cer

Basis Registration Ltd announced the appointment of David Grint as its new chief executive o cer.

David joins Basis from the Royal Agricultural Society of England and Innovation for Agriculture, where he has led initiatives supporting innovation, knowledge exchange and industry development across the agricultural sector.

professional registers, training programmes and industry partnerships, while ensuring the organisation remains responsive to the needs of its members and the sectors it supports.

David Grint said: “As its members know, Basis is fundamentally important to the UK’s agricultural, horticultural, land management, amenity and pest management sectors through its support of professional standards, training, auditing and certi cation.

Ireland has also welcomed

FUW re-elects presidential team

The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) re-elected Carmarthenshire farmer Ian Rickman as president and Pembrokeshire dairy farmer Dai Miles as deputy president during the Union’s Grand Council meeting in Aberystwyth on 11th June.

Mr Rickman is a longstanding and committed advocate for Welsh agriculture who has served the Union in a number of key roles.

Speaking following his reelection, Mr Rickman said: “It is a tremendous honour and a privilege to continue serving as president of the Farmers’ Union of Wales.

Welsh agriculture faces signi cant challenges and opportunities, and I remain committed to ensuring the voices of our members are heard clearly at every level of decision-making.”

The Grand Council also re-elected Dai Miles as deputy president.

Mr Miles is one of the four founding directors of Calon Wen, the pioneering organic milk cooperative. The co-operative markets members’ milk to processors and has developed its own range of dairy products.

With extensive leadership experience spanning membership organisations, charities and commercial businesses, David brings a strong track record of organisational growth, stakeholder engagement and strategic development.

As chief executive, David will eversee the continued development of Basis’s

(l-r) President Ian Rickman and deputy president Dai Miles

Iseki UK &

Matt Barr (l) regional sales manager for Ireland and The Isle of Man and Andrew MacKenzie (r) sales and marketing manager

Caroline Wellon wins Innovator of the Year

Caroline Wellon of O2 Agri has been recognised with an award for Innovator of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026.

Caroline led the development and commercial rollout of a patent-pending nanobubble water treatment system. She has delivered a genuinely original, science-backed solution that is intended to improve poultry health while reducing bird mortality rates and lowering the reliance on chemicals in the poultry sector.

Agrovista expands viticulture team

With proven on-farm results and growing commercial adoption, Caroline’s innovation stands out for its technical excellence and scalability.

New chief executive to lead Niab

Dr Katrina Hayter has been appointed as chief executive of UK crop science organisation Niab, e ective from 1st September 2026.

Dr Hayter brings extensive leadership experience spanning the public sector

and commercial agribusiness. Most recently, she served as global head of sustainable agriculture, land use and food at HSBC’s Group Sustainability Centre of Excellence, where she helped shape international approaches to sustainable food systems, agricultural investment and climate resilience.

She succeeds Professor Mario Caccamo, whose leadership since 2021 has played a pivotal role in Niab’s transformation and strengthened its position as a world-leading organisation driving innovation in agriculture and horticulture.

Leadership roles combined at Allgon

Agrovista is gearing up to provide more agronomy advice in the growing sector of viticulture with the appointment of junior agronomist Ellie Purvis. Fresh from working at the award-winning Gusbourne vineyard in Kent while pursuing a master’s degree in viticulture and oenology at Plumpton College, Ellie is looking forward to the challenge of expanding Agrovista’s advice in the sector.

English wine is at an exciting stage in its development, she says. “There are plenty of interesting things going on with still white wine and English sparkling, while growers are starting to produce red wines as well, which is exciting to be part of.”

Ellie is particularly intrigued by the in uence of ‘terroir’ – the

combination of soil, climate, topography and microclimate in the area grapes are grown – and how that combines with management practices to impact the nal product.

Allgon has brought together the chief technology o cer and chief product o cer responsibilities into a single chief technology and product o cer (CTPO) role, and appointed Maria Lexe Maria brings over 20 years of senior leadership experience across digital transformation, technology strategy, software delivery, and customer-centric product development. Maria will be based in Gothenburg and has been in post since 8th June 2026.

Chief executive o cer of Allgon AB, Linda Nyquist-Evenrud said: “Allgon is delighted to welcome Maria to the leadership team. Her deep experience across technology and product leadership, combined with her track record of delivering large-scale digital transformation, makes her the ideal leader to take on this expanded and newly development. Maria will be based take on this expanded and newly combined role.”

McCormick North America announced the appointment of Richard Haines as chief executive o cer e ective from 1st July.

Richard joins the North American operation following a successful tenure as commercial director of Argo Tractors GB, where he played

New CEO of McCormick North America

a key role in strengthening the McCormick brand and supporting dealer network growth across Great Britain.

dealer partnerships, and continued

In his new role, Richard will lead McCormick North America through its next phase of development, focusing on customer engagement, dealer partnerships, and continued growth across the region.

Commenting on his appointment, Richard said: “I am honoured to take over the responsibility of CEO of McCormick North America. Having worked closely with the brand since 2024, I am excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to collaborating with everyone across the region to achieve great things together.”

Commenting on his great things together.”

Birketts appoints agriculture specialist

Tristan Ward, a landed estates and agricultural law specialist with a strong high net worth client base, has joined UK Top 50 law rm Birketts as a partner within its agriculture team based in London and Sevenoaks.

Ranked in the Chambers UK Guide for 20 years, Tristan brings nearly 30 years’ experience advising clients in London on a wide range of real estate matters especially relating to rural and agricultural property. Tristan was also a partner in his family’s farming business for 14 years, giving him deep roots in the Kent farming community.

Tristan said: “I am very pleased to be joining Birketts, a rm that, with its strength in depth in

this exciting practice area, really understands the rural community. I look forward to supporting Adam [Burden – legal director at Birketts] in building Birketts’ South-East team while increasing Birketts’ reach into London.”

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