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On the cover

10 Hercules Machinery Group has introduced a brand-new 18.6-tonne wheel loader, serving as the largest in its H-2 series

Farming

6 Victorian agricultural museum showcases hundreds of machines

42 Viva Energy and Shell Spirax transmission oils powering Australian agriculture

Machinery

14 Clark Equipment introduces fresh eet for 2026

18 Mahindra’s global planning team focused on Australia

20 Midwest Fabrication CEO Amy Schutt’s soul deep journey

24 Kerfab adds key sta member to grow WA presence

29 Perfect pair of Bertoli Farm Machinery and John Berends Implements

32 Potato farmer looks to Tierre and Vin Rowe for mulcher

Editorial

& Design

Editor Lincoln Bertelli

lincoln.bertelli@primecreative.com.au

Journalist Jackson Haddad

Contributors Trevor Whittington, Gary Northover

Design Danielle Harris, Jacqueline Buckmaster

Art Director Daz Woolley

Managing Editor Eugene Du y

Cover image Hercules

36 Michael’s Group celebrating global JCB Fastrac award

39 Claas adds chopping cylinder for Jaguar forage harvesters

44 Victorian farmer impressed by new excavator from Digger King

Event news

54 BULK2026 brings Australia’s bulk handling industry together

55 New home for popular Primex Field Days

Industry news

56 AgriFutures names Rural Woman of the Year

57 Tractor of the Year winners announced in Europe

58 New projects revealed at Gatton Agtech Showcase

59 National Farmers Federation appoints new president

60 Stock planner tool introduced for NSW farmers

60 Low carbon liquid fuels blueprint launched by GRDC

61 Cotton Australia tips positive crop output

Market news

49 Baler sales had a remarkable spike in October, the Tractor & Machinery Association says, while tractor sales slipped

Opinion

50 WAFarmers CEO Trevor Whittington explains how to become an amateur meteorologist and look for crucial weather signs that will impact farmers

Regular items

4 Editor’s note

52 Calendar of upcoming events

74 List your item for sale!

81 Full throttle

Mechanic apprentice Lachlan Wright makes WorldSkills national podium

Image: Warracknabeal Historical Society

Welcome

to the latest edition of Farms & Farm Machinery

Our nal edition for 2025 is an opportunity to re ect on the year that was.

Agriculture has endured its challenges but has remained resilient, as the industry always does.

Against a backdrop of broader economic di culties, agriculture has pushed ahead towards the National Farmers Federation’s goal of $100 billion farmgate output by 2030, something which appears a realistic and achievable goal.

For the magazine, 2025 has provided opportunities to attend industry events in multiple states, with everything from AgQuip to FarmFest and Hort Connections to the Tractor & Machinery Association annual conference.

We look forward to plenty more of the same in 2026, along with continuing to tell the stories of the people and machinery powering Australian farming.

Our cover story this month is from Hercules Machinery Group – formerly known as Brisbane Mini Excavator Sales – which has introduced a brand-new wheel loader that serves as the largest model in its H-2 series.

We celebrate a number of individuals in this edition, namely the winner of AgriFutures Rural Woman of the Year award, along with the new NFF president.

We also pro le Midwest Fabrication CEO Amy Schutt and hear her story of why agriculture is “soul deep”, plus speak to Kerfab’s new Western Australian business development manager about his plans to grow the company’s presence in that state.

As usual, there are plenty of customer testimonials from Australian farmers using the products we write about.

These include a Victorian farmer who purchased a new excavator from Digger King for use on his farm, along with another farmer whose rst ever mulcher purchase was a Tierre model from Vin Rowe Farm Machinery.

Clark Equipment has an exciting array

of products and technology coming in 2026 across the McCormick, Bobcat and Grasshopper brands and we hear why the company is so excited about these.

Claas has added a new V-Flex chopping cylinder for its Jaguar 900 Series and we hear why the manufacturer believes it can revolutionise forage harvesting.

We also speak to the people behind some well-known businesses, including Bertoli Farm Machinery about its long-term relationship with John Berends Implements, while Mahindra’s recent tractor launch was also an opportunity to speak to the company’s leaders about their overall strategy for Australia.

Michaels Group was recently named as JCB’s Fastrac dealer of the year and we hear about why the company won that award.

Other companies pro led in this edition are Antonio Carraro through two of its entry-level but impressive tractors, plus Shell Lubricants distributor Viva Energy Australia.

There is also a look at the Tractor of the Year winners announced at Agritechnica in Germany, while we also have a blast from the past and celebrate the dedication of those involved with Wheatlands Warracknabeal Agricultural Machinery Museum.

Finally, to our readers, we thank you for reading the magazine this year and are looking forward to even more in 2026.

Happy reading!

Lincoln Bertelli Editor

Blast from the past

A Victorian agricultural museum showcases the invention and development of some of the oldest farm machinery in the country

In the heart of Victoria’s Wimmera region and at the centre of vast wheat and grain growing area, lies one of Australia’s largest collections of historic agricultural machinery.

Across a 40-acre site, the Wheatlands Warracknabeal Agricultural Machinery Museum is home to hundreds of vintage horse, Kerosene, petrol and diesel-powered machines.

Located in Warracknabeal and run by the town’s Historical Society, the museum is a must-see for all farmers and historic enthusiasts, showcasing everything from vintage tractors and grain producing equipment to individual engines.

Given its location, the display has an overall theme of grain production, with a particular focus on the invention, development and modi cation of machinery to suit farming conditions both locally and nationally.

Hidden treasures

The idea for the Wheatlands Warracknabeal Agricultural Machinery

Images: Warracknabeal Historical Society

A 1921 Lanz Bulldog tractor features in the display

Museum was born by local farmers in the mid-1960s.

“A lot of farmers from the surrounding towns such as Horsham, Donald and Dimboola wanted to keep a collection of the older agricultural machinery,”

Warracknabeal Historical Society secretary Lesley Stephan says.

“It was almost like a tradition that once you purchased a new machine, you le your old one out under the tree, or an old shed.

“Since our climate is relatively dry, there was a lot of machinery around that was still in reasonable condition.”

Many farmers donated their older equipment, seeing it as an opportunity to contribute to a larger collection. As this gained momentum, so did the idea for the museum.

Warracknabeal was then decided as the location, since it was central to the Wimmera region, and the museum was established in 1973.

Something for everyone

In the museum’s early days, there was a lot of machine restoration involved, with some of the equipment being original farming items, including late 19th century threshers and early 1900s tractors.

The work done to preserve the machines has paid o in a signi cant way, with many of the machines still in great condition today.

Four sections make up the inside display at the Wheatlands Warracknabeal Agricultural Machinery Museum –tractors, harvesting, small engines, and transport – as well as three storage sheds and a collection of machines showcased on the outside block of land.

Lesley says some of the earliest

machines in the tractor section were built between 1913 and 1916, with the rest of the makes demonstrating the development of tractors since that time.

“The tractor section changes from time to time,” she says.

“We were donated 14 tractors a couple of years ago that had been restored, so we put a few of those on display in the

museum and some into the sheds.

“There’s some being restored at the moment, which will go into the museum when they’re ready.”

While there are too many to name them all, some of the highlights of the tractor section include a 1921 Lanz Bulldog –which Lesley says may be one of only two in Australia – a 1913 McDonald Imperial manufactured locally in Melbourne, and a 1916 Jelbart built locally in Ballarat.

The museum has also recently restored a 1925 John Deere ‘D’ model. Another intriguing tractor model at the museum is a 1928 Mercedes Benz OE type, which was donated by the company.

A custom-built ‘double header’ tractor is also a feature of the section, showcasing how two individual 1932 and 1938 Case L tractors have been combined into a larger machine.

This innovative Case tractor was built by three local brothers in the 1950s, as their previous crawler tractor was worn out and smaller wheeled tractors didn’t have the horsepower required or the capacity to travel over the same terrain.

Other brands on display include but are not limited to Allis-Chalmers, Deutz, McCormick, Massey Harris, Fordson, Austin, Caterpillar, Ronaldson Tippett, Huber, Twin City, Hart Parr, and H.S.C.S.

A range of strippers, threshers and

The museum is in Warracknabeal, Victoria

Mercedes Benz donated its OE type tractor

FARMING

headers, as well as a baler can be found in the harvesting section.

“Sometimes we plant a crop, and we get our old tractors to pull the vintage headers so we can harvest it,” Lesley says.

Of the small engine section, she adds many are ‘not so small’ and were used to power a lot of the equipment including threshers, winnowers and lighting.

As the name suggests, the transport section features a variety of equipment used to move around on-farm, such as wagons, buggies and gigs, but there also machines like seed drills, mowers and ploughs that feature.

While historic machines are the main attraction, it isn’t all that the museum has to o er. Since the overall theme is grain production, the museum also has an exhibit with over 1,000 samples of grain from 40 countries.

This display is known as the Don Wurfel Collection, paying tribute to the late local gure who started the collection.

“Don was born in Brim, 20km north of Warracknabeal and ended up moving to Pinnaroo in South Australia,” Lesley says.

“When his son moved back to Brim we were donated part of the collection, with the rest still on display at Pinnaroo.”

There are various other highlights in the museum grounds, including a workshop used by volunteers for machine restoration, a replica of the log “Smithy” hut in which Hugh Victor McKay produced his rst stripper harvester in 1884, an old shearing shed used at rallies for blade and mechanical shearing demonstrations, and a log cabin that was originally a shepherd’s hut during Warracknabeal’s settlement .

Talk of the town

Every year on the Easter long weekend, the museum holds its Wheatlands Warracknabeal Vintage Machinery Rally, a significant event on the calendar for the town.

A collection of historic agricultural machinery is always on display, including live demonstrations of working equipment, a tractor parade, and a vintage tractor pull –a competition in which old tractors pull a heavy sled over a certain distance.

In addition, restoration enthusiasts from many parts of Australia exhibit their own collections of tractors, engines and machinery.

All of this is complemented by live music, catered food and drinks, shearing demonstrations, kids activities, and a vintage street parade.

“There’s quite a bit on at the Easter Rally and it’s part of Warracknabeal’s Easter Festival,” Lesley says.

“At our most recent Easter celebration, we featured Caterpillar for its 100th anniversary, and next year we will be featuring Massey-Harris tractors.”

Wheatlands Warracknabeal

Agricultural Machinery Museum is located at 34 Henty Highway, Warracknabeal, 3393. For more information, call (03) 5398 1616 or visit warracknabealhistory.org.au /agricultural-museum

The museum has recently restored a 1925 John Deere ‘D’ model

The 1913 McDonald Imperial was manufactured in Melbourne

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Hercules Machinery Group has introduced a brand-new 18.6-tonne wheel loader, serving as the largest model in its H-2 series

The H1800-2C wheel loader is the largest Hercules model o ered by HMG

It’s been a huge year for Hercules Machinery Group, not just based on its sales, but also for its identity.

Originating more than three decades ago as a mini digger specialist with the name ‘Brisbane Mini Excavator Sales’, the company underwent a signi cant rebrand earlier this year to better re ect the wide range of equipment it now o ers and its status as Australia’s exclusive distributor of Hercules machinery.

What may now be considered the agship o ering of the company is the Hercules wheel loaders, consisting of the top-of-the-range series two (H-2) models – starting from the 5.5-tonne H550-2 with a 100 horsepower (75kW) engine to the 12.5-tonne H1250-2 with a 180hp (132.4kW) engine.

There is also the quality cost-e ective Loadmaster range – from the 7.3-tonne HLM70 up to the 12-tonne HLM125.

Making use of similar builds, the main di erence between the two ranges comes down to the engine and gearbox, with a genuine Cummins engine employed in

the H-2 models, while a Deutz Weichai engine powers the Loadmaster models.

HMG sales executive Steven Ragenovich says the Hercules loaders have been an integral part of the company’s continued growth, with the machines proving to be particularly popular with farmers.

However, Ragenovich adds many of these customers have been seeking larger Hercules options, which has led to the introduction of the brand-new Hercules 18.6-tonne H1800-2C wheel loader.

“This model is the latest addition to H-2 lineup and serves as the biggest wheel loader in our Hercules range,” Ragenovich says.

“It’s in stock now so there is no wait time for customers.”

Premium components

Boasting a 220hp (161.8kW) genuine Cummins engine and 5.5-tonne rated operating load, the Hercules H1800-2C has the grunt to tackle even the most demanding agricultural jobs thrown its way.

“Normally, a loader of this size will have a

A hydraulic quick hitch enables easy swapping of attachments

maximum ve-tonne rated load, but this model can handle the extra half a tonne due to its longer chassis frame,” Ragenovich says.

The loader comes as standard with a heavy-duty 3.5 cubic metre GP bucket and a hydraulic quick hitch, enabling a variety of attachments to be easily swapped in and out depending on the task at hand, such as pallet forks, post drivers, stick rakes, augers, hay spears and hydraulic grabs – which are all readily available from HMG.

This is without mentioning HMG’s heavy duty hydraulic rear rippers, which can be bolted on or welded to t the loader by the company’s engineering workshop.

Ragenovich adds one of the most critical aspects of the H1800-2C loader is the genuine ZF transmission power shi .

“It’s probably the most sought-after transmission that’s built in Europe, and it has an option to go into full auto at the press of button,” he says.

Comfort is a necessity for farmers spending long hours operating their loaders and it’s why the H1800-2C features an air-conditioned cabin, an ergonomically designed armrest, a suspension seat, pilot control and two USB ports to charge mobile devices.

A digital dashboard display is also included, showing technical speci cations, warning lights and alarms, while a reverse camera eliminates blind spots for the operator through a four-way split screen colour interface.

The Hercules wheel loader is also backed by HMG’s two-year/2,000 hours warranty – whichever comes rst –instilling customer con dence in the quality and durability of the machine.

HMG’s dedicated spare parts department and technical support department can reassure customers further that they’re in safe hands, while the company makes use of two workshops with quali ed hydraulic, mechanical and electrical technicians.

“We’ve transitioned from Brisbane Mini Excavator Sales to Hercules Machinery Group, as we are heavily

involved with a variety of equipment in all elds,” Ragenovich says.

“The agricultural market for us is building by the year because we’ve got a great reputation not just for our equipment but also for our a ersales support.”

On top of the Hercules wheel loaders, HMG’s equipment o ering includes the Hercules telehandler T-3 model, SEM motor graders and wheel loaders, Sunward excavators from 1.8 to 15 tonnes, Sunward skid steer loaders coming in at 2.8 tonnes and 3.5 tonnes, and the 4.4-tonne Sunward compact track loader.

The loader also features a genuine ZF transmission power shift

A 220hp (161.8kW) genuine Cummins engine powers the machine

The cabin features an ergonomically designed armrest, a digital dashboard and a reverse camera

“Due to popular demand, we are also introducing our own dedicated Hercules compact track loaders for the agricultural market,” Ragenovich says.

“There will be two models powered by Kubota engines – the 4.5-tonne, 85 horsepower HMG 85T and the 5.2-tonne, 100 horsepower HMG 100T.”

For more information on the Hercules H1800-2C wheel loader, visit herculesmachinerygroup.com.au or call (07) 3807 4333.

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Clark Equipment is gearing up for a massive 2026, with a host of new products, technology and upgrades set to join its stable

McCormick, Bobcat and Grasshopper customers will all bene t from new additions which are due to arrive in Australia next year.

Local distributor Clark Equipment has announced the suite of fresh products and says it is excited by what it will mean for customers.

Bobcat has new products across the farming spectrum thanks to a new articulated tractor, Toolcat model and turf renovation range, while Grasshopper’s out-front mowers will receive upgrades.

McCormick will also add a new tractor along with bringing its telematic eet management system to Australia.

National product manager David Knoke is excited to bring these telemetry systems to Australia a er rst seeing them at Agritechnica in Germany two years ago.

“These are going to make life a lot easier for Australia where we’re so far away from distribution and service centres,” he says.

“The opportunity which is most exciting for me is to remotely diagnose problems, so we’ll be able to see error codes, and the farmers will be able to see this themselves as well through their own app.

“Farmers will be able to diagnose any issues they’re having themselves and we’ll be able to assist them there remotely now.

“For me, the big thing with the telemetry systems is the ability to service and take care of our customers a lot better.”

Having this remote diagnosis will enable Clark to send mechanics out to remote locations already knowing what the problem is and being equipped to x it, Knoke adds, rather than them needing to

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Clark Equipment is excited by the potential of McCormick’s telemetry systems

This includes 14 per cent more glass area, which provides unobstructed vision in all directions.

Ergonomically designed controls combine with a new electrohydraulic cab suspension system to increase operator comfort.

year are not restricted to the McCormick brand.

Bobcat Australia is a division of Clark Equipment, with new products being added across multiple sectors.

Interior space has also been increased, particularly in the driver’s chest and head areas, while there is also a 30cm touch screen monitor and 20 adjustable full LED work lights.

rst travel out to identify the problem then return with the necessary parts.

McCormick’s other addition is the X7.624 VT-Drive Clever Cab tractor.

Providing a maximum 240hp from its six-cylinder, 6.7L engine, the VT-Drive is a continuously variable four-stage transmission which the manufacturer says “delivers superior responsiveness for best-in-class performance”.

It o ers four speed ranges to ensure a smooth ride from its maximum speed of 50km/h right down to just 40 metres per hour.

A chassis-mounted engine and rugged suspended front axle means all of its horsepower is put to the ground, ensuring the tractor is perfectly equipped to tackle rough terrain, steep inclines and tough conditions with optimum grip and stability.

The other part of its model name –Clever Cab – relates to several innovative features added by McCormick.

Knoke is excited by the addition of the X7.624, saying the combination of the new tractor and broader telemetry system promise to be valuable for both Clark Equipment and its customers.

“The factory is forever pushing forward and the amount of money they’re spending in R&D is just phenomenal at the moment,” he says.

“Everything is about e ciencies, precision farming and e ectively making things as easy as possible for farmers on the ground.

“Knowing that it’s coming into Australia for 2026 is a huge step forward.

“In one sense it is driven by the factory, but it’s also driven by Clark to continue to push forward, wanting to service our customers better and be able to take care of our products and people a lot better as well.

“Clark are investing in a lot more people and resources as well, particularly in the agricultural space, which is something that I see as being a huge bene t for our farmers and for our business in general.”

Sharing the love Clark Equipment’s additions for the new

The rst is the UW56 Toolcat, a unique machine which combines features of a tractor, pickup truck, skid steer loader and utility vehicle.

“This is a full versatile Toolcat machine capable of multiple applications and is the only one of its sort in the range,” Bobcat general manager Marc Langeweg says.

Powered by a 61hp engine, the UW56 has a total rated capacity of 1,905kg along with a towing capacity of 1,814kg.

It allows users to li , haul and tow materials while being in a familiar cockpit for previous Bobcat machine owners, along with o ering the versatility of working with more than 45 attachments.

The Toolcat also boasts an impressive turning circle, which is described by the manufacturer as being less than a compact tractor.

It can also reach speeds of 26.5km/h, making it an ideal workhorse for multiple jobs around the farm.

Another Bobcat addition is the AT450 articulating tractor.

This has not yet reached Australia but is on the way and is described by Langeweg as an “all-terrain tractor with capability of di erent attachments”.

With an optional dual wheel kit installed, Bobcat says this tractor makes easy work of slopes up to 30 degrees.

Combined with all-wheel drive, its articulating and oscillating frame allows the machine to bend and ex in the middle while keeping all wheels on the ground no matter the terrain.

Bobcat’s AE26 aerator is another product added

Bobcat’s UW56 Toolcat combined several machines in one

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A front-mounted quick hitch system enables operators to switch between more than a dozen attachments.

Powered by a 32.5hp engine, this tractor is ergonomically designed with a large operator platform and comfortable hand and foot controls.

Bobcat’s range has also been bolstered by a new turf renovation range which includes a selection of aerators, dethatchers and sod cutters.

The last area to receive attention is Grasshopper out-front mowers.

Grasshopper has long been known for its diesel-powered mowers and Langeweg says boosting the range will add to an already popular product.

“Grasshopper mowers are built in the USA and have been around since 1969,” he says.

“We want to bring these products into Australia to add to the GME portfolio and this means we can o er a full range of mowers including the new out-front mowers.”

The addition of out-front mowers means

customers will have access to products with deck widths between 52 inches (132cm) and 72 inches (180cm).

The full suite of new products is available by visiting www.clarkfarmequipment.com.au and www.bobcatofaustralia.com.au

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Vital market

Mahindra knows that Australian farmers have unique needs, and the company’s head of global product planning is placing high importance on meeting them

As the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume, Mahindra knows a thing or two about having a global presence and adapting to di erent requirements.

Dealing with so many international markets in addition to its native India not only involves ensuring its machines are suited to the unique farming characteristics of each country but also putting its attention to the regions which matter most.

When Mahindra’s head of global product planning Ravindra Shahane describes Australia as an “attractive market” and knows that Australian farmers will use their tractors di erently to their compatriots overseas, it should be taken as a strong endorsement of the nation’s importance to a global machinery powerhouse.

Shahane and Mahindra Australia national manager Ankit Taneja spoke to Farms & Farm Machinery during the launch of the company’s OJA tractor range and both are excited to further expand the manufacturer’s footprint Down Under.

Knowing its strengths

Mahindra is far from a new player in the Australian tractor market, with 2025 marking the company’s 20th anniversary of selling locally.

Its focus is on smaller horsepower units rather than the broadacre beasts, with the OJA models brought into the country o ering between 23hp and 25hp.

Across its wider range, the largest tractor o ered locally is the 7590, which o ers a 92hp engine.

The sub-100hp market is Mahindra’s core focus and Taneja says two decades of experience in the Australian landscape has proven there to be a strong local demand in this segment.

“We do not play in the 100-plus

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The 7580 is one of Mahindra’s largest local o erings

horsepower category and therefore any market which o ers a substantial consumer base in that particular segment is a very attractive market for us,” he says.

“If you look at the 20 to 40 horsepower segment speci cally, that contributes to around 23 to 24 per cent of the overall Australian industry and that itself is a substantial size of the market.

“We have a very good understanding around the lifestyle and the hobby farming segments, because we have been playing in that segment for a very long time.”

Di ering needs

Hobby farmers are very much the target market for Mahindra in Australia, not just with the new OJA range but also across its full repertoire of tractors.

Shahane knows hobby farmers have di erent requirements to their broadacre counterparts, with the focus of Mahindra’s range being about operator comfort and having a machine that is not oversized or overpriced for these needs.

“If I look at Australia, much like the USA or many countries in Europe, a lot of home buyers are having to tend to their acreage,” Shahane says.

“They have a lot of work to do in the land they have, but they don’t need big machines because it’s not sizes like 100 acres – it’s maybe 10, 25 or even 50 acres and that’s where these kinds of tractors become very useful.

“Farmers don’t buy something too big but they buy the right size of product that can do the job.

“They don’t spend too many hours on it, but when they do spend their time they want to feel close to nature, they want to be happy with it and do everything that they need to.

“That’s why the versatility becomes so important, so that one tractor can do many things.”

Aussie specifics

Beyond just understanding the needs of hobby farmers generally, Shahane points to several di erences between Australian farmers and Mahindra owners in other countries.

In Mahindra’s homeland of India – and where the manufacturer enjoys almost half the total market share – Shahane says that while some farmers will use a tractor between 80-90hp, a 50hp unit will generally be the main farming tractor due to their smaller overall land sizes.

“In countries like Australia, where the land sizes are much bigger, 50hp is o en a support tractor,” he says.

“It becomes something that you do chores and small jobs with – so the

expectation from that product changes quite a bit, and hence its nature changes.”

When Mahindra launched its OJA range, the company highlighted areas such as operator comfort and power-to-weight ratio as being standout features which Australian buyers would appreciate.

Shahane says the expectations of an Australian buyer are for features like this, whereas those in other countries will prioritise di erent areas.

“In somewhere like India or Thailand, the tractor needs to be a little bit heavier because it has to do heavier agricultural jobs,” he says.

“It needs to have more torque available to it on ground so that it can pull more land preparation equipment, whereas in Australia a lot of PTO driven implements will be used so you can work with a lighter tractor.

“It needs far more comfort because they are all owner-driven whereas in places like India, they can be driver-operated, so the owner may have two, three or four tractors and he doesn’t sit on the tractor personally.

“This means the comfort and operational ease are not key drivers, whereas in countries like Australia, they do become key drivers because it’s selfdriven by the owner.

“Something like fuel e ciency will also be very critical in India because you put in many hours.

“Indian users might put in 700 or 800 hours but Australia puts about 200 or 250 hours so fuel e ciency is not as

important, but the ease of operation is very important.”

Long-term commitment

The United States is o en used as a reference point for Mahindra, as it is not only the manufacturer’s largest market outside its native India, and its similarities to Australia in terms of land sizes and overall farmer spending power give Mahindra a ‘free hit’ at how products are received there before assessing their suitability for Australia.

The OJA series, for example, launched in the USA about 18 months before it was brought to Australia, and a “very strong customer acceptance” in that market has given Mahindra further con dence it will be a success Down Under.

With 20 years of selling tractors to the Australian market, plus 80 years as a global company, Mahindra is here to stay and Shahane is keen to grow the company’s local presence.

“The Australian market has been a little bit on the decline recently, but it is a good size market and I think it presents a very good opportunity for us,” Shahane says.

“The volume of the Australian market is very attractive at a global level, and farmers use advanced machines, which is why we feel Australia is a good market to be in.”

Mahindra’s full Australian range can be viewed online at www.mahindraag.com.au

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Leading the way

Midwest Fabrication CEO Amy Schutt is passionate about Australian agriculture, describing the industry as soul deep as she re ects on her journey within the family-owned manufacturer

From assembling the company’s rst products to now leading its national operations, there isn’t much Amy Schutt hasn’t seen in agriculture.

As CEO of Midwest Fabrication, a Queensland-based manufacturer of harvest platforms and global pioneer of 60-foot fronts, she continues to drive innovation in a sector vital to Australia’s farming future.

Growing up on a farm in rural Queensland, Amy’s early years were spent “sleeping on the oor of the combine while Dad was harvesting and running up to the grain boards in the trucks.”

It is no surprise that agriculture runs through her veins, and she would have a strong career in the industry.

Ground up

Amy grew up alongside three brothers, all of whom have played a role in shaping Midwest Fabrication.

A er nishing school, she went straight into manufacturing, moving with her family to Dalby in 2002 to lend a hand in the growing business.

“I started in an entry-level role and worked across accounts, nance, human

resources, par ts, sales, assembly and the parts store,” she says.

“If there was a position that needed lling, I’d put my hand up. Looking back, that gave me a deep understanding of every part of the business – and prepared me for where I am today.”

Along the way, Amy surrounded herself

with trusted mentors and advisors, educating, training and upskilling herself in agriculture and manufacturing.

“My father and then Midwest CEO, Martin Schutt, and sales manager, Neville Goodmanson were incredible role models,” she says.

“In a male-dominated environment, they taught me to question the status quo, embrace my individuality, and lead with strength, compassion and collaboration.”

Family first

Those values continue to de ne Midwest’s culture.

Images: Midwest Fabrication

Midwest Fabrication CEO Amy Schutt

Martin, who designed the original Midwest platform, remains hands-on in research and development, while Amy’s brothers have contributed their expertise across engineering, machining and farming.

Amy married a boilermaker who was working for the company, with their children already on the way to being the next generation of Midwest custodians.

“It’s really been a generational experience,” Amy says.

“Our kids have grown up on the factory oor, surrounded by their parents, grandparents and uncles.”

Innovation with heart

Under Amy’s leadership, Midwest has continued to pioneer new technologies while staying true to its roots.

The company’s Legacy platform – purpose-built for John Deere X9 combines – and the Durus range for multiple combine brands re ect Midwest’s dedication to strength, simplicity and reliability.

“We’ve been doing 60-foot platforms for

a long time now and our competitors are only just catching up,” Amy says.

“We keep our products simple, but the strength, durability, ease of operation, service and maintenance are far ahead of the market.”

This superiority is evident in the fact many of the original machines produced in the late 1990s are still working seamlessly during harvest season around the country.

Her vision for the future is to empower Australian farmers through locally engineered equipment designed for local conditions.

“Australian growers are among the most resilient and innovative in the world,” she says.

“My goal is to keep developing technology that supports them to be more productive, more sustainable and more pro table for generations to come.”

Loyalty and legacy

Amy’s approach to leadership centres on loyalty, trust and opportunity.

Many of Midwest’s team members have

been with the company for more than 15 years, a testament to its family-like culture.

“We’ve all grown with this business,” she says.

“There’s a genuine loyalty in the building – to each other and to our customers.

“It’s not just me as CEO – it’s my dad, my family and our incredible team on the oor. Everyone is deeply invested.”

She nurtures talent by creating pathways for growth, encouraging hands-on learning and celebrating innovation at every level.

“When people feel valued and know their work matters, they stay – and care deeply about what they build,” she says.

Trusted by farmers

That same loyalty extends to Midwest’s customers.

“Even now, I’m still working with customers I rst met 20 years ago,” Amy says.

“I’ve watched their kids grow up. We’ve been part of these farming families and communities; it’s deeply personal.

“The farming, the grain and then the manufacturing part is de nitely soul deep for me. Harvest is very high demand, very stressful for farmers too, but it’s a thrill and I love it.

“I love o ering a product to my customers that I know they’re going to have a long life cycle with, they’re going to have very little drama with it, and it’s going to do everything they need.”

Long-term customers echo the same sentiment.

“We’ve been running Midwest platforms for over 17 years now,” Brad, a farmer from Clermont in Queensland says.

“My grandfather established our farm here in Clermont, and I’m the third generation working this land.

“Dad spent a long time researching before he bought our rst Midwest front –he liked what he saw and he was right to back them.

“They’re tough, simple, and easy to maintain – no sensors, no complicated wiring, nothing to go wrong.

“But what really sets Midwest apart is the people behind the product. Amy and the team genuinely care about their customers.

“She’s been out to our farm over the years - we’ve watched the business grow from Martin’s vision to Amy taking the reins, and I reckon she’s the perfect t to lead the company forward.

“The way these platforms cover the ground is exceptional. That’s why we keep running them and why I’d recommend Midwest fronts to anyone who’s harvesting.”

Recognition and excellence

Since stepping into the CEO role, Amy has guided Midwest through a remarkable period of growth and recognition.

The company has received multiple accolades, including the Henty

Machinery Field Days Award, Gold Stevie International Business Award, Australian Small Business Trades Award, and Dalby Chamber of Commerce Business Award.

Midwest has also been showcased by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, and Amy is o en invited to speak on industry panels across Australia.

For Amy, success isn’t measured solely by sales or awards; it’s about legacy.

“Success, to me, is seeing our people thrive and our customers proud to run Midwest gear,” she says.

“It’s watching the next generation –my kids and so many others – grow up knowing that Australian manufacturing and farming have a strong future.

“That’s what drives me every day.”

To speak with the Midwest team, visit www.midwest.net.au or call (07) 4662 2137.

Midwest’s Durus platform is one of two ranges

Amy with her father and Midwest founder Martin Schutt

Fresh presence

A recent addition to Kerfab’s team is determined to grow the company’s presence in Western Australia

Ben Smith’s goal is simple: be somebody that Western Australian dealers and customers can pick up the phone and talk to, while also providing a physical presence across the state.

Ben joined attachments manufacturer Kerfab earlier this year as a business development manager and is on a mission to improve both brand awareness and the stock ordering process for both agricultural and construction customers.

While Kerfab’s main factory and head o ce is located in the Victorian town of Kerang, the company has also had a warehouse and o ce in the Perth suburb of Canning Vale for several years.

Ben, who has spent 25 years working in the civil construction industry prior to joining Kerfab, admits he did not know about the company’s Western Australian presence before taking on the role and wants to ensure nobody else is in the same position.

While Kerfab has had o ce and warehouse sta in Perth to help ful l orders, the business development role

has been lled by Ben as a means of providing greater support to customers in the state.

“They haven’t had a body on the ground, so to speak, for the last two years but now I’m somebody that you can pick up the phone and talk to based here in WA,” Ben says.

“If there’s an issue or you want something to be looked at prior to purchasing, you’ve got me here to lean on.

“I want to be able to jump in a car, drive to Kalgoorlie, see everybody along the way and stop in to say g’day to everybody to let people know that we’re here.

“Having a presence and boots on the

Travelling to major regional centres like Kalgoorlie is one of Ben’s goals

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Kerfab

Ben aims to engage with Kerfab’s WA dealer network

ground here in WA is going to be a big boost for brand awareness and Kerfab are investing in putting on some new sta here in Canning Vale to help get the ball rolling quicker and smoother.”

Quick stock

One of Kerfab’s main drawcards for customers has been its Attach + Go promise, which applies to several of its most popular attachments.

This involves having a fast turnaround on o cial quotes on applicable products, along with dispatching them within seven working days of order con rmation.

Kerfab’s Attach + Go range applies to many of its popular agricultural attachments, including bale forks, pallet forks and four-in-one buckets designed for both tractors and telehandlers.

While this already puts Kerfab customers at a signi cant advantage over those needing to wait for overseas production and delivery, part of Ben’s goal is to give Western Australian farmers access to the most popular attachments even quicker by keeping them in stock in Canning Vale.

He has been reaching out to Kerfab’s dealer network for feedback about how many of each item should be kept on hand, with an end goal of smooth product turnaround and a steady supply of what farmers need.

“We want to have a minimum-maximum setup so when somebody buys something, it gets replaced straight away from Kerang, back on the shelf here in Canning Vale ready to go,” he says.

“Once we’ve found something is a common product, we’ll have it here as a product on the oor ready to go.

“That’s where I want to be – fast moving stock, replacing it quickly and having it available for the next buyer at any given time.

“In saying that, whatever we don’t have here, or if we don’t have the right size here to suit, it’s still the same promise with Attach + Go that it’s going to be built and ready to be over here from Kerang in seven days from when you put your order in.”

All bases

Engaging with Kerfab’s dealer network across the state will provide valuable feedback for Ben about which stock types and quantities to keep on hand to best serve customers.

“That’s where we rely on a lot of the dealers, because they will tell us what is going to be most common and what we should keep on hand, so getting that feedback is going to help us in the long run,” he says.

Ben is also the business development manager for Northern Territory and he recently returned from a week visiting

OEMs and “letting them know that I’m here and that I’m here to help”.

Particularly for the Western Australian market, he knows the importance of being a local who can provide support to dealers and customers when it is needed.

“Kerfab has always been known for its quality and we want to be a fast turnaround business and have everything here ready to rock and roll,” he says.

“It’s pretty clear cut what we want to do – get our name out there, let people know where we are and what we’re doing and hopefully get some runs on the board.”

Kerfab’s Perth warehouse is located at 60 Tulloch Way, Canning Vale and the full product range can be viewed online at www.kerfab.com.au

Ben Smith is Kerfab’s new BDM for Western Australia

Kerfab’s warehouse in Canning Vale helps to serve WA customers

Above

average

Entry level does not mean basic for Antonio Carraro, with the proof in the range of features on two of its tractor models proving this

Antonio Carraro has long specialised in orchard tractors, but focusing further on its range shows a number of di erences that give buyers within this sector plenty of exibility.

Two of its models – the TTR 4400 and TC 5800 – are considered entry level tractors but provide a host of attractive features,

along with some major di erences that ensure Australian farmers have two distinct choices depending on their needs.

One example of this choice comes via the hydrostatic transmission on the TTR 4400 compared to the manual transmission o ered by the TC 5800, while both tractors are described as being

ideal for farmers in hilly conditions.

Part of the reason why both tractors are suited to hilly environments is thanks to the manufacturer’s patented Actio chassis.

With this chassis, the front and rear axles oscillate independently up to 15 degrees, which makes the tractor crawl over uneven ground and ensure it is always in constant four-wheel drive.

“It creates better stability, and we have a lot of customers in Australia coming to us because of this stability,” Antonio Carraro Australia sales manager Marco Corra says.

“Farmers are using it in very steep conditions. It is not just used for orchards but in open elds and farms that have cattle.”

Switching up

One of the most unique features of the TTR 4400 – which also applies to several of Antonio Carraro’s other tractors – is the presence of reversible steering.

This impressive addition means farmers can simply rotate the turret which houses the driving system.

This process only takes a few seconds and allows operators to operate the tractor in the opposite direction – e ectively turning a rear-mounted implement into a

Images: Antonio Carraro

The TTR 4400 can be fitted with an airconditioned cabin

Antonio Carraro’s TC 5800 tractor

front one and increasing both versatility and visibility when using them.

In addition to both this reversible driving and Actio chassis, there is also equal four-wheel drive and a speed x device for setting forward speeds.

It is powered by a 38hp direct injection Yanmar engine, something which Antonio Carraro says was a strategic decision to create better acoustic comfort, less vibration, fuel consumption savings and top-level performance.

The TTR 4400 also has a hydrostatic transmission with hydraulic control, along with di erent operative settings to a high level of specialisation such as two PTO speeds – 540rpm and 1,000rpm – being o ered as standard.

A short wheelbase and tight steering radius make the tractor ideally suited to crop rows thanks to its excellent agility.

Flexibility is provided by the ability to add a fully air-conditioned cabin, while another optional upgrade is an on-o , two-speed joystick for equipment management.

When the TTR 4400 was rst released, it was named as a nalist in the specialised category at the Tractor of the Year awards.

Manual mix

Antonio Carraro’s TC 5800 o ers slightly more power than the TTR 4400, with its four-cylinder Yanmar engine producing 50hp.

It also o ers larger rear wheels compared to the front; however Antonio Carraro says the Actio chassis guarantees perfect weight distribution across all four wheels to ensure grip, stability and safety.

Smaller front wheels help to provide a narrower turning circle, the company says, while the larger rear wheels give the necessary traction.

One important addition is the presence of a ‘double clutch’ independent PTO that provides increased e ciency when using attachments.

There is a li ing capacity of 2,200kg along with an oil-immersed clutch and hydraulic linkage, allowing this tractor to

be used with a variety of implements. There is also a choice of hydraulic systems which allows farmers to tailor the tractor to their exact needs.

It is also tted with a 12 speed forward and reverse gearbox, along with front and rear di erential locks and a foot lock with automatic disengagement.

Excellent ground clearance exists despite the tractor’s low pro le, while a pneumatic suspension seat ensures operator comfort.

Vertical opening of the bonnet, along with separate access to the battery and air lter, makes maintenance easy.

Antonio Carraro says this is a small tractor only in terms of its size, as the solid chassis and structure make it “su ciently heavy for carrying out burdensome tasks while at the same time guaranteeing minimum ground compaction”.

Larger rear wheels are a feature of the TC 5800

The Actio chassis helps the TTR 4400 to operate on hills and slopes

Local legends

With a dealer-manufacturer relationship spanning nearly half a century, Bertoli Farm Machinery and John Berends Implements are an Australian success story

When a long-time dealership owner is using a manufacturer’s products on his own farm, it speaks volumes.

Bertoli Farm Machinery owner Paul Bertoli has plenty of John Berends Implements’ products on his property, which not only keep his farming operations running smoothly but also provide a demonstration point for any customers wanting to see them in action.

Based in the northern Victorian town of Shepparton, the dealership has sold the John Berends Implements range for nearly 50 years.

Their stories are undeniably intertwined, with the relationship rst established through the old-fashioned method of a face-to-face chat between their respective founders Paul Bertoli and John Berends.

Bertoli Farm Machinery’s website says the dealership “emerged from humble beginnings”, and it was during the challenges of these early years in the late 1970s that Paul was introduced to John Berends via a man named Richard Baker.

“Richard introduced me because he knew I needed a line of implements and John didn’t have anybody in Shepparton at the time,” Paul says.

“I did come highly recommended but I was really battling at the time.

“John Berends came and met me personally and gave me the opportunity to have his implements. He knew that I was determined and so he gave me an account.

“I’m eternally grateful for Richard for introducing him to me, and eternally grateful for John for giving me the franchise many years ago.”

Top product

Fast-forward nearly 50 years and plenty has changed in Australian agriculture.

An in ux of overseas manufacturing, the rise of technology and the consolidation

of many dealerships into large groups has created a signi cantly di erent landscape to when Bertoli Farm Machinery and John Berends Implements rst teamed up.

One major thing has not changed though, Paul believes, and that is a customer desire for top-quality, locally made products backed up by reliable and convenient service.

“It has always been the case, but particularly now people will buy Australian-made products where they can, especially when it’s made locally here in Dandenong,” Paul says.

Bertoli Farm Machinery is located in Shepparton, Victoria (above and below)

“We want to keep manufacturing in Australia if possible, and I’m nding a lot of people think the same and want to keep Australians in jobs.”

The John Berends Implements range covers a wide variety of Australian agricultural needs, having been carefully curated over many decades to ensure every item is going to be a winner.

Slashers are their most popular product sold across the country, but the likes of stick and landscape rakes plus grader blades are also popular implements.

Aerators, disc ploughs, post drivers and carryalls are among the other items on o er, with every product sold by John Berends Implements having been manufactured at its factory in the Melbourne suburb of Dandenong and being designed for Australian conditions.

Beyond just appreciating the Australian-made nature of John Berends Implements products, Paul says the quality and variety of implements makes them ideal as a year-round o ering for the dealership.

“There’s an excellent range of John Berends Implements products and I’ve found it complements all the other products we have, and it helps us to be a one-stop shop,” he says.

“There are certain things that are seasonal, for example slashers and rotary drain digger, but by and large it’s pretty even across the board.

“We sell more pasture harrows and S-tine cultivators at certain times of the year, but we do sell them year-round.

“Overall, it’s an excellent product and it’s very well priced.”

Customer focused

Bertoli Farm Machinery’s location in Shepparton means its customer base includes plenty of part-time and hobby farmers, rather than dealing purely with experienced broadacre growers.

This has in uenced the dealership’s decision to keep plenty of John Berends Implements products on hand, which enables rst-time customers to see the range in person while also being able to accommodate on-the-spot purchases.

“We keep a good inventory of Berends stock available so if people need a particular item and they want it on a weekend or something, they can, because we’re always open on Saturday mornings,” Paul says.

“We get people from a couple of hundred kilometres away who will ring up and

Images: Bertoli Farm Machinery

want to see a particular item and ask if we have one in the yard, which we usually do.

“I’ve got a lot of Berends implements on my own farm as well, so if for some reason we haven’t got one in the yard, then most likely either my farm or some of the farms around here will be able to show them one and demonstrate it if they need to see it working.

“With some of the smaller farms where people need a post hole digger or something, they know they can just ring up and we’ll deliver it for them, hook it up on the tractor, show them how it all works and how to operate it safely.”

Well supported

Paul remains at the helm of Bertoli Farm Machinery, the business he founded in 1976, while John Berends’ son Derrick is now general manager of the familyowned manufacturer.

They have a regular presence on the eld day circuit, particularly in Victoria, and Paul is full of praise Derrick’s ongoing commitment towards supporting them as a dealership.

“John Berends Implements are excellent and they’re one of the best companies we deal with,” Paul says.

“I’ve known Derrick since he since he came into the business, because I’ve dealt with his dad for a long time.

“Derrick is always very keen to attend eld days with us and support us in any way he can, which is great and I think is very important.

“People really like to speak to the man that actually manufactures the implements, and they can come and talk to Mr Berends, the man that makes them.”

John Berends Implements products are sold by an extensive nationwide dealer network, which includes Bertoli Farm Machinery.

Bertolis are located at 198/200 Numurkah Road in Shepparton, while the full Berends range can be viewed online at www.johnberendsimplements.com.au

Bertoli Farm Machinery has been a John Berends Implements dealer for nearly 50 years

The dealership stocks a variety of John Berends Implements products

Wise choice

Choosing a Tierre product from Vin Rowe Farm Machinery for his rst ever mulcher purchase has been a success for one Victorian farmer

Stuart Jennings put plenty of thought into his rst ever mulcher purchase before opting for a Tierre model.

The potato farmer decided a mulcher was necessary to solve a speci c problem at his farm in Thorpdale in Victoria’s Gippsland region, and so the process of identifying the perfect unit began.

“I started looking for a mulcher because we have a paddock where we have spuds in it one year and then in between the next crop we’ll put a fodder crop or a green manure crop in there,” he says.

“This year we were trying to cut it

with a topper and it just wasn’t cutting down properly.

“We were having a lot of trouble working it in, so I decided it was probably time we got a mulcher.”

With potato growers o en requiring machinery that is speci c to the sector, Stuart has been an ongoing customer of Vin Rowe Farm Machinery.

The Warragul-based dealership, which is only about 30km from his farm, is the national distributor for several machinery brands, including Tierre, for farming types such as potatoes and horticulture.

“We have dealt with them a few times over the years, partly because they’re a potato machinery dealer, and there isn’t really a lot of guys who specialise in potato equipment,” Stuart says.

“I just started having a look around for a mulcher and come across this one day when I was down at Vin Rowe.”

Shrewd purchase

Having this close proximity to Vin Rowe Farm Machinery, along with being familiar with the dealership’s suite of products, meant the Tierre mulcher was

Tierre mulchers are ideal for Australian farmers

Images: Vin Rowe Farm Machinery

an obvious choice, but Stuart says he did thorough research that ultimately le him satis ed he had chosen well.

“Vin Rowe did a pretty good deal with it and then, when I started looking into them a bit, they also seemed to be a bit better built than some of the others,” he says.

“I did look at a few di erent brands, including one in particular, but it just didn’t seem quite as well put together as this.

“It was also a low body mulcher, whereas the Tierre mulcher is a high body, which I thought would handle a bit more volume.

“The thing is really well built. It feels a lot heavier than the size of it might suggest.”

While Stuart only purchased the mulcher earlier this year and is still in the early stages of using it, his careful decision to opt for a high body mulcher has already reaped dividends.

“When we start doing a green manure crop, we can get quite a lot of grass going through them, so we thought the high body might be able to handle it a bit better,” he says.

“I had a bit of wild radish coming up in a paddock that had been sown down over

winter and hadn’t had a chance to get on to spray it because the weather hasn’t lined up with it.

“I went in and started chopping that and that was doing a really good job cutting that up and chopping it up into nothing.”

Proven products

Vin Rowe Farm Machinery’s story is that of an experienced operator, deeply embedded in its local community of Warragul while also having a

bigger-picture focus by being the national distributor for the brands it represents.

The brands it teams up with have also been established over many years, with Tierre being one example.

Founded in Italy more than 60 years ago, Tierre describes its speci c goal as being “to produce high quality agricultural machinery for shredding grass, pruning, stalks, forestry and for the maintenance of road edges”.

Its present-day global range includes agriculture models with working widths

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between 1m and 8.3m, showcasing its adaptability for both large and small-scale needs.

Tierre operates three factories in the Padua region of northern Italy, which boasts the likes of plasma cutters, modern laser cutting, electronic rotor balancing and robotic welding.

This, along with testing occurring on land owned by the company, gives Tierre complete control over every aspect of its operations and ensures robustness and durability in the end product for Australian farmers such as Stuart.

Tierre’s product range includes high-performance stalk mulchers for the likes of corn, straw, cotton, wood material and uncultivated land.

Quality materials and precise workmanship help these mulchers to maintain high performance and have a long life while operating in Australian paddocks.

Features include a double cutting hammer to give both vertical and horizontal cutting and therefore an increased working speed, an antiobstruction wheel, and adaptive geometry that allows for multiple cutting con gurations and helps when the same machine needs to be used in di erent working environments.

Tierre also o ers crop ail mowers,

which the company says provides precision and durability for use in all farming conditions.

Ideal for broadacre paddocks, plus vineyards and olive groves, these help to remove everything from branches and brambles through to roots and wild herbs.

Their aim is to cut and chop up any vegetable residue, even those well rooted into the ground, with everything shredded by the machine to become a useful natural fertiliser for the soil.

By prioritising quality and strength, Tierre says it is building products that are made for long-term use.

This build quality has been noticed

by Australian farmers such as Stuart, and the winning formula only becomes more appealing when it is combined with service from Vin Rowe Farm Machinery director Graham Rowe and his team.

“We’ve always felt they’re good to deal with and Graham has been there for as long as I can remember,” Stuart says.

“He has always been good to have a chat to as well and he always helps out as best he can.”

Vin Rowe Farm Machinery is located at 3 Endeavour Street in Warragul and the full range can be viewed online at www.vinrowe.com.au

Tierre products also work well in challenging conditions

Vin Rowe Farm Machinery distributes Tierre machinery

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Top achievement

Michael’s Group was announced as JCB’s global Fastrac dealer of the year, thanks in large part to its excellent a ersales support

It’s been a standout year for Michael’s Group, with Australia’s largest JCB dealer not only a signi cant name around the country, but now also on the international stage.

The dealer group was recently recognised as JCB’s global Fastrac dealer of the year at JCB agriculture’s 80th anniversary conference in London.

Outstanding sales gures and an ongoing commitment to providing the very-best a ersales support helped Michael’s Group take the honours over JCB dealerships from the United Kingdom and United States of America.

“It’s a big achievement and the owner Brad Michael was able to receive the award in-person,” Michael’s Group technical sales representative Dan Brown says.

“I think everyone was chu ed, because it’s been a huge team e ort with a lot of hard work and support that has paid o .

“It’s not just down to the salesmen, it’s a complete award that also recognises the a ersales support, parts availability, and service from the technicians, so it takes a lot of people to come together to provide a good service for our customers.”

Customer experience

Michael’s Group covers a vast area through its four branches across Victoria

Images: Michael’s Group

Michael’s Group took the honours of JCB’s global Fastrac dealer of the year

The dealer group’s owner Brad Michael (middle) was at JCB agriculture’s 80th anniversary dinner and conference in London for the announcement

and southern New South Wales –Michaels of Donald, Michaels Moama, JCB Gippsland and JCB Ballarat – which all are dedicated to going ‘above and beyond’ for its customers.

Whether it’s through o ering on-farm machinery demonstrations or helping customers choose the right JCB machine for their application, Brown says this philosophy is of the utmost importance to the business.

“Customers can’t really make their judgment on an expensive piece of machinery without being in the seat and having a go for themselves to see if it works for their farm or their application,” he says.

The same philosophy extends to a ersales support, with Michael’s Group aiming to keep its customers’ machines running at peak performance and with minimal downtime.

Service technicians get real satisfaction out of maintaining and xing the JCB equipment, which is why Brown says they’re not shy to work late hours.

“It’s all about keeping these machines up and running, because if they’re not operating then they’re not making money for the customer,” he says.

Minimising machine downtime further, Michael’s Group aims to provide

replacement machines – where possible –for Fastrac units which are being xed or serviced.

“If we can, we’ll send another Fastrac to the customer so they can keep working,” Brown says.

By o ering customers the best purchasing experience and a ersales support, he says it also helps Michael’s Group generate more repeat business.

“That’s what sells the second tractor – you can get a lucky rst sale, but if you don’t back it up and provide the best a ersales support, you won’t get another sale to that customer,” Brown says.

“If you give them a positive experience with their rst purchase, you’re more than likely to bene t a couple years down the track when the customer is looking to upgrade their current machine.”

New models

In addition to announcing Michael’s Group as the global Fastrac dealer of the year, JCB agriculture’s 80th anniversary event also saw the announcement of the new Fastrac 6000 series.

Currently, JCB’s Fastrac offering is limited to the iCON 4220 model –featuring a 235hp (175kW) engine – and the top-of-the-range iCON 8330, which boasts a 348hp (260kW) engine.

However, Brown says many JCB customers have wanted a model that offers middle ground between these two models, with the new Fastrac 6000 series serving as JCB’s answer.

“People all around the world have been asking for this and this series will consist of two models – the 6260 and 6300,” he says.

“In terms of horsepower, size and weight, these models will be in the middle of the 4220 and 8330 options.”

While it is still approximately 9-12 months away before hitting the Australian market, the JCB Fastrac 6000 series is set to be a hit with customers of Michael’s Group.

The dealer group has seen its current Fastrac models used in varying applications, and pulling a wide range of implements, including trail sprayers, linkage and muck spreaders, mowers, and seeders.

JCB machinery is distributed in Australia by JCB CEA’s extensive dealer network, which includes Michael’s Group. To find your nearest outlet, visit www.jcbcea.com. au or call 1300 522 232. For more information on Michael’s Group, visit michaelsgroup.net.au

Aftersales support was a huge contributor to Michael’s Group winning the award

Great ex

Claas aims to revolutionise forage harvesting with the new V-Flex chopping cylinder for its Jaguar 900 Series

harvesting with the V-Flex chopping cylinder, now optionally available for pre-ordered Jaguar 900 series forage

This innovation sets new productivity, innovation, backed by over 50 years of

Farmers and contractors using the V-Flex-equipped Jaguar can expect a season of reliable, e cient harvesting, with advanced precision and ease of use. Additionally, Claas has streamlined sharpening and shear bar adjustment processes, completing them in just one minute, something which minimises

consumption per tonne, and a signi cant boost in throughput, alongside faster

ensures the avoidance of any harvesting delays,” green harvest product business

enhancements include a new V-Flex chopping cylinder for Jaguar 900 or Jaguar 900 Terra Trac as optional alternatives to the V-Max for even greater versatility.

The V-Flex knives have 23mm anti-wear coating for exceptional service life and new geometry with 10 degree cutting angle to the shear bar for precise cut in all crops.

This gives a signi cant reduction in noise levels and improved chopping quality.

There is optimised process management for knife sharpening and shear bar adjustment, which is now available as a combined option for even faster sharpening and shear bar setting.

Additionally, it o ers factory- tted speed di erential of up to 40 per cent for

The new Pick-Up helps to reduce soiling in the intake

Claas has put plenty of work into the new product

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MCC Classic and MCC Max corn crackers and new MCC Classic with ne sawtooth pro le for use in small-seeded crops such as sorghum.

Other enhancements include a larger maintenance compartment for faster, more convenient changeover of corn cracker module, a new intake auger with four paddles to ensure uniform crop ow with reduced torque peaks and higher throughput, plus a new Carraro rear axle with four-wheel drive engagement under load.

Chopping quality

The new V-Flex chopping cylinder o ers unparalleled versatility for all applications and chop lengths with full and half sets of knives, as well as half-knives.

The V-Flex cylinder brings remarkable versatility with a unique design supporting multiple knife con gurations, allowing operators to e ortlessly adjust chop lengths and adapt to varied crop conditions, enhancing performance and precision.

The triple-bolted knives, equipped with a durable 23mm anti-wear coating and angled at 10 degrees to the shear bar, o er superior stability, reduced wear, and greater operational intervals.

With its optimised V-angle and new V-Flex knives, the cylinder delivers higher throughput, lower noise levels, and smoother operation, ensuring a more consistent crop ow, especially at chop lengths over 12mm.

The V-Flex cylinder is available in four con gurations – 20, 24, 28, and 36 knives – o ering adaptable settings such as full-knife, half-knife, and one-third knife modes to extend chop lengths.

The V-Flex 36 can operate in multiple modes: 36 knives for full capacity, 18 knives in half mode, or a third mode with 12 knives.

A new variant, with 36 half-knives, doubles the length of cut for optimal crop ow and chopping quality.

These con gurations provide a versatile cutting range from 3.5mm up to 53mm, supporting maize harvesting at lengths up to 30mm in combination with MCC Classic, MCC Max, and MCC Shredlage corn crackers.

This versatility ensures a smooth material ow, precise cuts, and reduced processing costs, contributing to superior feed quality.

Optimised flow

The new Pick-Up 300 for Jaguar 800, 900 and 900 Terra Trac is characterised by less soiling in the intake and more even, slightly increased throughput.

When it comes to the Pick-Up 300, the shape of the auger has been redesigned with four o set central feed paddles. This ensures even more uniform crop ow, which in turn has a positive e ect on throughput.

The at or toothed paddle extensions are easy to replace or changeout in challenging conditions.

The extended dust screen now covers the entire working width of the Pick-Up.

This reduces material buildup on the top of the feeder housing, cutting cylinder and front windscreen, while e ectively capturing all crop types to avoid harvest losses.

The wide-mesh screen still provides a clear view of crop ow from the cab.

“The new one-piece dust screen can easily be swung open for maintenance work,” Wheeler says.

Corn cracker

The MCC Classic and MCC Max now work with a speed di erence of up to 40 percent, and the MCC Classic is also available with ne gearing.

Thanks to the larger maintenance space, installation and removal of the corn cracker module is quicker and less stressful.

For years the Claas Multi Crop Cracker

concept (MCC), which comprises of the MCC Classic, MCC Max and MCC Shredlage, has o ered the widest choice of corn cracker options for highly e cient processing of kernels, leaves and stalksfrom short-cut to long-cut and Shredlage.

For more intensive kernel processing, the di erential speed has been increased from 30 to 40 percent in the MCC Classic with a sawtooth pro le, and the MCC Max, with unique ring segments and cutting and shearing e ects.

Furthermore, the MCC Classic is optionally available with a new 190 sawtooth pro le-roller designed for particularly small kernels like sorghum.

The maintenance compartment on all Jaguar 900 series machines has been enlarged to provide additional space for the tting and removal of the corn cracker.

“Having the extra room in the side opening makes it easier to t the corn cracker when changing from grass to maize,” Wheeler says.

Rear axle

The 2025 Jaguar will be tted with the new Carraro rear axle. Sporting a load capacity of 9 tonnes and 10-hole rims in the Power Trac variant, the Carraro axle enables four-wheel drive to be engaged under load.

With more than 45,000 units manufactured over the past 50 years, Jaguar has earned a hard-won reputation for productivity, e ciency and reliability.

Claas’s continual focus on improving the machine and its performance in the eld will ensure it remains rated as the world’s number one forage harvester.

The Claas Jaguar o ers cost-e ective chopping to the highest professional standards under all eld conditions.

Claas machinery is available in Australia through Landpower and Claas Harvest Centre, with the full range online at www.claasharvestcentre.com

Claas aims to be the leaders in forage harvesting

Smooth operator

Viva Energy Australia, the authorised Shell Lubricants Macro Distributor, knows Shell Spirax S4 TXM tractor transmission oil will keep farmers’ machinery running smoothly

Farmers need to consider every aspect of their machinery maintenance, because any unnecessary downtime leads to lost income.

Keeping equipment in peak condition ensures seamless productivity, minimising costly downtime and disruptions and increasing utilisation.

Lubrication is an important part of this, and one of the jewels in the crown is Shell Spirax S4 TXM.

A widely used lubricant in the agricultural industry, this is a premium universal tractor transmission oil (UTTO) speci cally designed for agricultural tractors and o -road equipment.

Covering transmissions, hydraulic systems, oil-immersed brakes, and other systems, this product ensures that key components continue to operate e ciently.

“Shell Spirax S4 TXM employs the latest additive technology to promote antioxidation, anti-wear, and anti-corrosion, ensuring smooth system operation and minimising brake noise,” Viva Energy Australia product support engineer Silvana Farrugia says.

“The product is also recommended for most wet-brake systems tted to agricultural equipment and machinery, and it has been tested and approved by a wide range of equipment manufacturers.”

Having such an adaptable product that is approved by major OEMs is crucial in giving farmers con dence it will be suited to their needs, no matter which brand of machinery they are running.

Farrugia says this applies to not just the Spirax S4 TXM, but also the broader range of Shell lubricants.

“Shell lubricants meet the

specifications, approvals, and recommendations from many industryleading OEMs, including John Deere, Caterpillar, Deutz Fahr, Komatsu, Volvo, and ZF,” she says.

“These partnerships play a crucial role in advancing innovative product development and specifications that support efficient machinery operation, ensuring farmers have the most reliable agricultural fleet possible.”

Shell Spirax S4 TXM’s excellent low-temperature fluidity paired with friction-modifying additives delivers responsive hydraulic performance and smooth gear-shift operation from cold starts to maximum operating temperatures.

This further adds to the operator’s comfort by creating the smooth, noisefree operation of oil-immersed brakes.

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Broad range

Shell Spirax is a range of axle, gear and transmission oils formulated to keep heavy-duty machinery and equipment going when farmers need them most.

Formulated for operation in harsh conditions, Shell Spirax extends the life of components by providing exceptional protection from wear, pitting, bearing failure and corrosion.

The Shell Spirax range for heavyduty applications is designed to help equipment work as e ciently as possible.

Greater energy e ciency helps reduce fuel consumption, while longer oil life extends oil drain intervals and reduces maintenance costs, which is especially crucial in agriculture where every minute counts.

By choosing quality Shell lubricants, farmers will reduce downtime and increase utilisation, providing a better return on investment from their farming equipment.

Developed in close cooperation with customers and equipment manufacturers, these lubricants are designed to provide optimal performance and reliability, ensuring machinery remains in peak condition through every season.

Support network

Viva Energy Australia, the authorised Shell Lubricants Macro Distributor, is committed to supporting the agricultural sector with high-quality lubricants that keep machinery running at peak performance.

The Shell lubricant suite is speci cally designed to meet the demands of the entire machine, featuring trusted products such as Shell Rimula engine oils, Shell Gadus grease, Shell Spirax transmission oil, and Shell Tellus hydraulic oils providing farmers with greater con dence in their equipment’s longevity and e ciency.

This is backed up by guidance for farmers, as businesses seeking real-time support can contact the Viva Energy technical help desk for a free consultation on the most suitable Shell lubricant for their driveline.

“Our local technical helpdesk is available to answer your questions and provide expert equipment lubricant recommendations, as well as advice on rationalisation and lubricant storage,” Farrugia says.

“We make sure we recommend products with the right speci cations and that are the best t for your equipment.”

For the digitally savvy, Shell LubeMatch and Shell LubeAnalyst o er innovative solutions for farmers looking to optimise lubricant selection.

These digital tools enable customers to input their equipment details and access tailored lube-matching recommendations, as well as survey and monitor engine health for long-term reliability.

By prioritising quality lubrication and expert advice, farmers can maintain their equipment’s e ciency, reduce costly breakdowns, and ultimately drive greater success in their agricultural operations.

The Viva Energy technical help desk can be contacted on 1300 134 205 or technicalhelpdesk@vivaenergy.com.au

Shell Lubricants are designed to keep farmers on the go

Shell Spirax S4 TXM universal tractor transmission oil

Viva Energy knows farmers cannot a ord downtime during harvest

Digging delight

The various capabilities of Digger King’s nine-tonne excavator has made it the machine of choice for a Victorian farmer

When Victorian farmer Freddie Haintz was looking to purchase an excavator for his farm in Ballarat, he was initially set on buying from the second-hand market. However, unimpressed with the price of used options for sale, he decided to instead invest in a new excavator to help with maintenance work around his property. Needing something in the 8 to 10-tonne size range, he also wanted a machine with a Yanmar engine, having had good experiences with this engine previously.

A er researching online for new cost-e ective excavators, Haintz landed on Australian earthmoving machinery manufacturer Digger King.

The OEM perfectly captured what he had in mind with its nine-tonne excavator, powered by a four- cylinder 70hp (52.2kW) Yanmar engine.

“I wanted something reliable, with a good Yanmar engine and hydraulics, because I didn’t want to have problems with the machine on the farm,” Haintz says.

“The price of Digger King’s machine was what I would be paying for a second-hand excavator, so it was much better value.”

First impressions

Before purchasing the machine, Haintz wanted to see the excavator in the esh and have a walkthrough.

With Digger King based in South Murwillumbah, northern New South Wales, Haintz wasted no time driving up the coast to meet the OEM’s team.

Haintz is just one of many Digger King customers using its machinery on rural properties

Haintz says the size of the machine allows him to do both smaller and larger jobs

A

er sitting inside the cabin and getting familiar with the controls, he knew this excavator was the machine he was looking for.

“I was really impressed, you could tell that it was a quality machine just from looking at the engine,” he says.

“I opened up the back and it was so easy to access all the components for servicing – that was important for me.”

Making his mind up on the spot and purchasing the machine, Haintz had it delivered straight to his farm.

“The machine arrived right down to the minute when I was told it would turn up,” Haintz says.

“I didn’t have to sit and wait around for half a day, so that was really appreciated.”

Farm maintenance

Since using the machine on his farm, Haintz has been very impressed with its capabilities across a variety of tasks.

The excavator has mainly been used for general maintenance, including tidying up dams and cleaning up trees around the property.

At nine tonnes, with a height and width of 2.64m and 2.15m respectively, Haintz says the excavator is the perfect size for his requirements.

“It’s small enough to get into the tight places we want to get, but also big enough to do the jobs that we want the machine to do,” he says.

Haintz’s farm is currently dealing with an overabundance of rabbits, but thanks to Digger King’s machine, he has

been able to dig out their burrows and eradicate them.

“We’ve just got a haven of rabbits, but the excavator has been doing an absolute splendid job of digging in a di cult area to reach,” he says.

Digger King sells the machine as standard with a comprehensive bucket selection, including a 400mm and 800mm trencher, as well as a 1.5m mud bucket.

SUPPORTING AUSTRALIA’S LOCAL MACHINERY MANUFACTURERS

Local manufacturing plays a vital role in the tractor and machinery industry, contributing innovation, jobs, and economic value to regional communities.

Yet, our manufacturers face challenges that require a united, strategic approach.

By joining the TMA, you’re not just becoming a member, you’re adding your voice to a powerful group working to secure the future of Australian machinery manufacturing.

A ripper and 360-degree rotating hydraulic grab are also included, as well as a hydraulic quick hitch – making it easy to swap out attachments to suit the desired task. Long working days are made much more comfortable thanks to the machine’s enclosed cabin, coming with reverse-cycle air-conditioner.

Haintz has been particularly thrilled with the 1.5-tonne load capacity and how the hydraulic grab has performed when li ing trees.

“I’ve been pleasantly surprised at how well it is doing,” he says.

“I’m absolutely over the moon with this excavator, it’s unbelievable.”

Building fence lines has been another task that the excavator has thrived in, with Haintz wondering how he ever did the job without it.

“I’m very impressed with what it can

do and its digging power – it hasn’t missed a beat and I’m very happy with it,” Haintz says.

“It’s got everything I need; the air conditioning is good, and the controls are all a breeze to navigate. As far as tidying up around the farm, this machine is exactly what we’ve wanted.”

Super support

Haintz is just one of many Digger King customers using its machinery on rural properties, with the business seeing particular heavy interest in the nine-tonne excavator for farm work.

Digger King machinery is backed by a 12-month parts and labour warranty, as well as a full three-year warranty from the purchase date, providing peace of mind for Haintz and other customers. Haintz’s purchase was made as smooth

as possible by the friendly Digger King sta , who tailored the machine exactly to his needs.

For example, not needing the 1.5m mud bucket for his farm work, Haintz requested it be swapped out for a 1.2m hydraulic tilt bucket.

This was not a problem for Digger King, which was happy to provide the attachment, and Haintz says it has proved to be very handy on his farm.

“It’s been a pleasure dealing with Digger King,” he says.

“We’ve gotten everything we’ve asked for and it’s been nothing but smooth sailing.”

For more information on the Digger King’s nine-tonne excavator, visit diggerking.com.au or call 1300 676 996.

Digger King’s nine-tonne excavator is powered by a 70hp (52.2kW) Yanmar engine

Baler bounce

Tractor sales slipped again in October, the Tractor and Machinery Association says, however baler sales recorded a remarkable spike compared to this month last year

Following what was considered a positive month in September, October has seen sales of agricultural tractors slip back when compared to the same month last year.

With just over 1,000 tractors sold across the nation in the month, this is a 6 per cent reduction with the year-to-date gure now 8 per cent below last year.

It now appears likely that a full year sales gure of around 10,000 tractors may be a stretch.

Sales of larger tractors were down considerably in October, with both the 100-200hp range and the 200hp plus range each down about 13 per cent on the same time last year.

Across the nation, it is hard to nd a bright spot at the moment, and one suspects that harvest preparation has been the focus for many dealers, particularly in Western Australia and New South Wales.

Queensland was the one state to record an October rise, up by 1.3 per cent compared to the same month last year,

while WA and Northern Territory are both ahead of 2024 on a year-to-date basis.

It seems that our market is behaving in much the same way as many overseas markets with North American and major European markets reporting similar if not greater declines.

You can read more about this in the Agrievolution Fall 2025 newsletter which can be found on the TMA website.

Sales of combine harvesters enjoyed a bounce in October.

There were over 250 combines delivered across the country during the month, putting Australia 3 per cent up on

last year on a year-to-date basis.

Baler sales were also strong, enjoying their best month in some time.

These were up 82 per cent on the same month last year and are now ahead 3 per cent on the full year, while sales of outfront mowers dropped again to remain 23 per cent behind for the year-to-date.

Sales of self-propelled sprayers had a strong month but remain down 39 per cent compared to the same time last year.

For more information about the TMA, visit www.tma.asn.au and follow the association on Facebook and LinkedIn.

In an otherwise challenging October, baler sales were a shining light. Image: Kuhn

Tractor sales figures for October 2025 by state and weight category. Image: TMA

Reading the signs

WAFarmers CEO Trevor Whittington explains how to become an amateur meteorologist and look for crucial weather signs that will impact farmers

Every time a farmer glances at the Bureau of Meteorology forecast, the same terms pop up: Indian Ocean Dipole, El Niño–Southern Oscillation, Southern Annular Mode, cold fronts from the Great Southern, tropical moisture feeds, and the Leeuwin Current.

We nod as if we understand, but do we really grasp how these moving parts interact to bring the break, or deny it?

In this guide, we’re unpacking the jargon and grounding it in real-world terms.

Next time you stare at a satellite map or seasonal outlook, you’ll see more than squiggly arrows and acronyms – you’ll see the story behind the symbols.

Start with a simple image: the Earth as a ball oating in a sh tank, heated at the equator by a giant lamp. That heat warms the water, which rises and begins to circulate.

Add the Earth’s spin and you get wind patterns and ocean currents – most importantly for us in Western Australia, you get the Leeuwin Current.

This warm ocean ow travels down WA’s coastline like a marine conveyor belt of heat and moisture.

It’s the reason we’re not living in a cold, foggy wasteland like coastal Chile or Namibia.

The Leeuwin Current li s our coastal sea surface temperatures by several degrees, fuelling cloud formation and moderating our weather in autumn and early winter.

In strong years, it powers all the way past Albany; in weak ones, it barely nudges Geraldton.

Here’s your rst forecasting tip: warm water means more atmospheric moisture.

If you’re watching ocean temperatures o the northwest coast in April and they’re dropping fast, that’s your early clue to how much rain might come in May.

The rock lobster shers already know this – warm water equals strong Leeuwin ow.

Then comes the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), o en described as the Indian Ocean’s version of El Niño.

When the IOD is negative, warm water pools near Indonesia, pushing moisture toward Australia and boosting winter rain.

When it’s positive, that warmth shi s west toward Africa, shutting o the moisture tap.

A neutral IOD is anyone’s guess.

Next up, the Southern Annular Mode (SAM), which measures how far north or south the westerly wind belt around Antarctica is sitting.

Whittington says there are several ways for farmers to determine how much rain they may receive. Image: Philip Schubert/stock.adobe.com

A negative SAM shi s the belt northward, pushing cold fronts into southern WA – which is o en a good thing.

A positive SAM pushes the westerlies away, leaving high-pressure systems parked stubbornly over the Great Australian Bight, whichis when we get blue skies and dry paddocks.

Toss in ENSO – El Niño and La Niña – and you’ve got the big three drivers of global climate. But here’s the catch: they rarely work alone.

A negative IOD plus a negative SAM can bring the goods. Add a La Niña and you’re likely looking at an early break.

But reverse those signs – positive IOD, positive SAM, and El Niño – and you’re probably looking at a Decile 1 rainfall.

To play along at home, bookmark the NOAA and BOM sea surface temperature (SST) anomaly maps.

Learn to read the rainbow bands and spot the hot blobs o Indonesia, west of Broome, and south of Madagascar because they are all moisture signals.

Dive deeper and you’ll nd sub-surface temperature maps showing warm patches 100 metres below the surface. These “heat blobs” can rise to the top and feed rainfall events weeks later.

Now add in the Agulhas Current – the Leeuwin’s cousin – running down the east coast of Africa. When it “retro ects” (loops back into the Indian Ocean), it can send warm eddies dri ing toward our quadrant of the ocean.

Those eddies add a few tenths of a degree to the northern Indian Ocean basin and as we’ve said, a few tenths matter.

Another important factor is ocean temperature gradients.

For instance, a warm patch o Exmouth and a cold patch o Albany can create instability in the atmosphere.

The sharper the contrast, the higher the

Trevor Whittington is CEO of WAFarmers

likelihood of triggering a rainband as a front approaches.

Uniform temperatures? Not so helpful. It’s the contrasts that spark convection.

On the local scale, WA farmers also need to look at what’s happening in their own backyard. The micro-in uences of topography, soil type, ground cover, and even stubble management can make or break

whether a paddock gets 5mm or 15mm from the same cloud.

A cold hollow might trap dew and fog but block warm air from li ing, whereas a sandy ridge may heat up faster, drawing moisture up and kick o a passing shower.

These local e ects are rarely captured by the big forecasting models, but they matter – sometimes more than the IOD or SAM.

In strong years, Whittington says the Leeuwin Current often goes past Albany. Image: roboriginal/ stock.adobe.com

Here’s the nal tip: pay attention to the timing of moisture feeds.

A cold front hitting dry air or dry soil o en zzles, but if the soil has been primed by earlier showers – or if there’s lingering moisture from the tropics –you’ve got the setup for proper rainfall.

These dynamics explain why two years with similar forecasts on paper can deliver vastly di erent on-ground results.

All up, weather forecasting – especially in WA – is part science, part art, and part gut feel.

The science gives us the tools: satellite feeds, SST maps, supercomputer models, and climate indices. The art comes from interpreting it. And the gut feel? That comes from decades spent staring at the sky and the paddock.

So next time someone throws around acronyms like ENSO, SAM, or IOD at the pub, you can nod with more con dence.

You may not have a PhD in atmospheric physics – but if you understand the heat lamp, the spinning ball, the Leeuwin Current, and the warm blob o Broome, you’re already halfway to being an amateur meteorologist.

If you get it wrong? Just blame SAM.

Events Calendar

Here are upcoming eld day and agricultural events for 2026. Information was current as of going to press

Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery ShowGeelong, Vic

January plays host to one of the biggest and best displays of classic trucks, tractors, cars, machinery and more. As well as visiting clubs and displays, the event also showcases the Vintage Machinery Section’s pavilion with more than 15 fully operational steam engines, 12 permanently installed oil engines, a 1,000hp marine steam engine, a wool scouring machine, and a large collection of steam models.

When: January 10-11, 2026

More info: classictruckandmachinery.com.au

International Green WeekBerlin, Germany

The International Green Week is a one-ofa-kind international exhibition of the food, agriculture and gardening industries. IGW is the origin of the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA). This is where over 80 international ministries and food producers meet – their displays reveal the fascinating world of the food and beverage industries.

When: January 16-25, 2026

More info: www.gruenewoche.de/en

Eurobodalla Agricultural Show - Moruya, NSW

Held at the Moruya Showground in Moruya on the south coast of NSW, the Eurobodalla Agricultural Show will focus on local produce alongside animal shows, showjumping and a vintage and veteran vehicle show.

When: January 23-25, 2026

More info: eurobodallashow.org.au

Berry Show - Berry, NSW

The Berry Show is held in the picturesque rural town of Berry on the NSW south coast. The show has been promoting excellence in the local community for over 130 years. Attractions include large cattle and horse shows and fantastic entertainment such as a rodeo, woodchopping, the Young Farmer Challenge, and fireworks.

When: January 30-31, 2026

More info: www.berryshow.org.au

World Ag ExpoCalifornia, USA

World Ag Expo is the world’s largest annual agricultural exposition. More than 1,500 exhibitors display the latest in farm equipment, communications and technology on 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space. Free seminars focus on a variety of topics important to dairy producers, farmers, ranchers and agribusiness professionals.

When: February 10-12, 2026

More info: www.worldagexpo.com

Southern Field DaysWaimumu, New Zealand

On show over three days, the latest in rural technology, equipment and ideas from around the world will be displayed. Drawing increasingly large crowds, most leading rural businesses will be exhibiting.

When: February 11-13, 2026

More info: southern elddays.co.nz

evokeAG - Melbourne, Vic

evokeAG is an agrifood tech event organised by AgriFutures Australia, with hosting rights rotating between cities. Speakers and start-ups from across the world discuss food sustainability, supply chain demands, and other issues geared at improving capacity and pro tability of agricultural businesses in Australia. The 2026 version will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

When: February 17-18, 2026

More info: www.evokeag.com

Royal Canberra ShowCanberra, ACT

The ActewAGL Royal Canberra Show, Canberra’s largest all ages event, is staged annually by the Royal National Capital Agricultural Society. While having agriculture at its core, the Show has broadened to re ect more entertainment, educational features and exhibitions, ensuring there is a vibrant mix.

When: February 20-22, 2026

More info: www.canberrashow.org.au

King Island ShowKing Island, Tas

Experience King Island’s major annual event, the King Island Agricultural, Horticultural & Pastoral Society Show. Visit the pavilion for the arts and cra s display and wool judging, tasty food is for sale. There is cattle judging, horse riding displays and much more.

When: March 3, 2026

More info: kingislandshow37374937. wordpress.com

Wimmera Machinery Field Days - Longerenong, Vic

Wimmera Machinery Field Days is hosted at the purpose-built Wimmera Events Centre at Longerenong near Horsham in western Victoria and has grown into one of Australia’s largest agricultural and agribusiness trade shows, with thousands of visitors across the event’s three days.

When: March 3-5, 2026

More info: wimmera elddays.com.au

Wagin WooloramaWagin, WA

Over two days, the community comes together to showcase the diversity of

agricultural life in WA and how ‘ordinary things can be done extraordinarily well’. It is a fantastic day out for the whole family with lots to see and do, including prestigious livestock, art, photography, cra , home industries, fashion, rides and entertainment for all ages, plus a spectacular Rodeo on Saturday night.

When: March 6-7, 2026

More info: woolorama.com.au

Central District Field DaysFeilding, New Zealand

Central Districts Field Days is a unique agriculture event where communities come together to connect, discover and experience the future of New Zealand’s primary industries. From farmers and foodies to tech heads and townies New Zealand’s largest regional eld days

has something for everyone. The event showcases, cutting edge machinery and equipment, the latest developments in rural innovation, top notch regional food and local brews.

When: March 19-21, 2026

More info: cd elddays.co.nz

South East Field DaysLucindale, SA

The South East Field Days is a premier two day agricultural event held annually at a purpose built facility in Lucindale. With over 500 exhibitors the focus is on showcasing the latest in agricultural products, services, and equipment., along with entertainment and a multitude of food and locally sourced wines.

When: March 20-21, 2026

More info: sefd.com.au

Visit tradefarmmachinery.com.au/agricultural-and-rural- eld-days-calendar

Rows of machinery will be on display at South East Field Days in March

BULK2026 will also provide valuable networking opportunities

Sectors unite

Bulk Expo 2026 brings Australia’s bulk handling industry together to solve problems, share solutions, and turn ideas into action

For an industry that moves mountains of material every week – grain, ore, cement, fertiliser, sand, powders – 2025 feels like a year of steady demand wrapped in a squeeze.

Australia’s bulk solids handling sector continues to be driven by mining and agriculture, while grappling with capacity bottlenecks at ports, tighter health and environmental rules, rising input costs, and a fast-paced wave of dust-control and automation technology.

Australia’s exporters continue to push large volumes of bulk commodities.

Grain handlers and terminal operators report meaningful available capacity across multiple ports, but shipping and landside handling remain pressure points a er recent bumper harvests and global shipping constraints.

That combination keeps operators busy while forcing short-term tactical responses such as mobile shiploaders and expanded berth handling to clear queues.

At the same time, ongoing infrastructure investment – new materials handling facilities and terminal upgrades – is visible around the country, signalling that stakeholders are planning for longer-term throughput growth.

For all its challenges, the bulk solids handling industry thrives on collaboration and problem-solving.

That’s what makes the Bulk Handling

Technical Conference and Expo such a pivotal event for 2026.

Bulk Expo is where operators, engineers, and decision makers come together to troubleshoot, innovate, and strike deals that move the sector forward.

Across the exhibition oor, suppliers will be face-to-face with the people who matter most, the engineers tasked with improving plant performance, the operators wrestling with ow blockages, the managers seeking compliance-ready dust systems.

Past exhibitors have reported tangible returns: quality leads that translated into follow-up meetings, new contracts, and long-term relationships.

For companies investing in this space, the event delivers a clear ROI – access to a highly targeted audience of motivated buyers, all looking for practical solutions to shared industry pain points.

On the conference stage, the technical program dives into the core mechanics of the industry.

Key themes explore every element of bulk solids handling, from the ow properties and behaviour of bulk materials to the design of bins, hoppers, and storage systems, and the latest in pneumatic and mechanical conveying solutions.

Dust mitigation, wear management, process optimisation, and advanced modelling are all on the agenda,

alongside real-world case studies drawn from mining, agriculture, ports, and manufacturing.

This mix of theory and eld experience helps bridge the gap between research and reality, giving attendees knowledge they can immediately apply, and exhibitors’ insight into the evolving challenges operators face.

“From ow challenges to dust control, every part of the supply chain is evolving.

The industry’s next big breakthroughs will come from collaboration, and Bulk Expo is where that collaboration begins,” Prime Creative Media events marketing coordinator Tiarna Condren says.

“The strength of this sector has always been its ability to innovate under pressure. The Bulk Handling Technical Conference and Expo gives that innovation a platform and gives businesses the chance to turn expertise into real ROI.”

In an industry that’s under pressure to cut emissions, control dust, improve ow, and boost reliability, the Bulk Handling Technical Conference and Expo o ers a rare opportunity to align expertise, equipment, and opportunity.

It’s where ideas are tested, solutions are found, and introductions turn into contracts.

To get involved, please visit https://bulkhandlingexpo.com.au

New home

The popular Primex Field Days will be held in a new town from next year

One of Australia’s prominent eld days is on the move.

A er 41 years of being based in the New South Wales town of Casino, the Primex Field Days will move about 30km to Lismore from next year.

“This isn’t just about changing locations, this is about backing a community that’s backing us,” Primex Field Days director Bruce Wright says.

“Lismore’s post disaster recovery story aligns perfectly with Primex’s evolution.

“We’re not leaving our community behind; we’re leading it forward to where we can deliver the best outcomes for our farming and rural communities.”

Major ooding hit Lismore in 2022, and part of the town’s recovery includes a $4.7 million restoration of the Lismore Showgrounds, which is the event’s new venue.

Wright says Lismore is “backing the

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future of regional agriculture”, while North Coast National – Lismore Showgrounds president John Gibson believes the move will be a major boost.

“This partnership will deliver enormous economic and cultural bene ts during a crucial time in our city’s recovery and growth,” he says.

Richmond Valley Council general manager Vaughan Macdonald says it is “disappointing” the event is leaving Casino a er more than four decades.

“Council supported Primex through COVID and the impacts of natural disasters which required changes to the event’s timing,” he says.

“Council was recognised in 2023 as one of the inaugural members of the Primex Hall of Fame in recognition of the role it has played in the event.

“Richmond Valley Council wishes Primex every success for the future in its new location

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and wishes Lismore City Council and the new venue well with its new relationship.”

Primex organisers say they are targeting more than 400 exhibitors, 1,400 suppliers and 30,000 attendees to next year’s event.

They say the event’s foundation will be preserved, while launching an “exciting new phase”.

This will be focused on enhanced B2B and trade engagement across the agricultural supply chain, an expanded focus on paddock-to-plate initiatives and sustainable farming, integration of AI and innovation in agriculture, and inclusive accessibility for all attendees.

Primex Field Days 2026 will be held at Lismore Showgrounds between Thursday May 21 and Saturday May 23.

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Primex Field Days is leaving Casino after more than four decades

Leaders celebrated

This year’s national winner of the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award has been instrumental in tackling mental health challenges in the shearing industry

New South Wales shearer and mental health advocate Carol Mudford has been named the 2025 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award National Winner for her leadership in creating safe spaces and practical support across sheds nationwide.

Mudford is the founder of sHedway — a national not-for-pro t tackling suicide prevention and mental health in the shearing industry.

Since launching sHedway in 2023, she has delivered events across every

mainland state, breaking down stigma and building peer networks to ensure shearers and wool handlers know they are not alone.

On top of the $15,000 Westpac grant awarded to each of the seven state and territory winners, Mudford will receive an additional $20,000 further develop her project.

“This is a profound honour and I am deeply grateful to AgriFutures and Westpac for their belief in my vision,” Mudford says.

“With this support, we can take sHedway into more sheds and more towns, making it okay to ask for help — and to receive it.”

The announcement of the award was made during a black-tie gala dinner at Canberra’s Parliament House, with the event bringing together more than 540 guests, including government o cials, industry representatives, award alumni, nalists, and their families.

This year marked 25 years of the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, which is the country’s premier accolade recognising and supporting the vital role women play in rural and regional businesses, industries, and communities.

Western Australian nalist Isabella Thrupp was named National Runner Up for her project Prinking in Pindan, a clothing brand shaped by life on cattle stations in the Kimberley.

Managing Leopold Downs Station with her partner, Thrupp has fused station life with design to create clothing for outback realities, and she will receive an additional $15,000 on top of her Westpac grant to support the project.

The full AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award 2025 cohort includes:

• Carol Mudford, founder of sHedway (NSW/ACT)

• Nicole McNaughton, CEO of the Food and Agribusiness Network (FAN) (Queensland)

• Kelly Johnson, creator of SPhiker (South Australia)

• Kristy Hollis, naturopath and founder of Everlasting Health (Northern Territory)

• Dr Mary Cole, soil scientist and founder of AgPath (Victoria)

• Sarah De Jonge, founder of 1000 Hearts (Tasmania)

• Isabella Thrupp, founder of Prinking in Pindan (Western Australia).

Runner up Isabella Thrupp and winner Carol Mudford

The AgriFutures Rural Women’s awards were announced in Canberra

Year’s best

Multiple brands are celebrating a er winning Tractor of the Year categories

JCB, New Holland, Claas, Fendt and Valtra have all been recognised with a 2026 Tractor of the Year award.

The awards, which are voted on by a panel of European journalists, were announced during Agritechnica in Germany.

Claas won the high power category for its Axion 9.450 Terra Trac, with the award jury valuing its “combination of power density, hydraulic capability, and datadriven performance management”.

Its rear li capacity of above 11 tonnes was highlighted, along with the ability to achieve 40km/h at just 1,350rpm.

It “integrates high output with machine optimisation tools suited to large farms” and its smart functions were also noted.

The mid power Tractor of the Year was won by Fendt’s 516 Vario.

Its “balance of e ciency, comfort, and versatility as a reference in the mid-power class” were highlighted by the award jury, which also described it as being a tractor where “compact dimensions meet premium technology”.

Valtra’s G125 CVT Active won the utility Tractor of the Year thanks to its “blend

of agility, user-friendly operation, and technological integration”.

It “represents the evolution of compact versatility”, according to the jury, while also featuring “a robust hydraulic system, excellent visibility, and an ergonomic cab layout optimised for loader work”.

New Holland’s T4.120 F Auto Command, which “introduces continuously variable transmission (CVT) technology to the narrow tractor segment” won the specialised category.

The award jury praised its “compact

design and premium technology as a new standard for vineyard and orchard applications”, while CNH chief executive Gerrit Marx was “delighted” by the company’s win.

“We are delighted to see our product excellence once again recognised by the Tractor of the Year jury,” he says.

“Our machines provide the latest in advanced technology designed to make farmers more productive and pro table.”

JCB’s Fastrac 6300 claimed victory in the sustainable category, with the jury citing it “as an example of sustainable innovation that combines intelligent engineering, digital connectivity, and care for the soil to deliver productivity with responsibility”.

It “rede nes the balance between performance, e ciency, and sustainability in high-speed tractor engineering”, the jury added, while JCB deputy chairman George Bamford was also thrilled at the win.

“Many congratulations to the JCB team involved in developing the new Fastrac 6300,” he says.

“It really is a masterpiece of engineering that underscores JCB’s passion for innovation and for developing productive, e cient machinery.”

The nal award was the TotyBot, rst introduced last year to recognise robot tractors. This was given to AgXeed’s 2.055 W3, which is “an autonomous platform marking a concrete step toward robotic eld operations”.

The jury “valued its commercial readiness and open architecture as key steps toward scalable, autonomous agriculture”.

New Holland’s T4.120 F Auto Command won the specialised category. Image: New Holland

JCB chairman Anthony Bamford and deputy chairman George Bamford. Image: JCB

Fresh investments

A $30 million weed management project and a new $3.5 million protected cropping centre were just two of many highlights at the 2025 Gatton AgTech Showcase

The 2025 Gatton AgTech Showcase has concluded with around 1,000 growers, agribusinesses, researchers and industry leaders having travelled to Queensland’s Smart Farm for the two-day event.

Held from October 15-16, the event aims to keep growers and industry at the forefront of technology development and adoption to drive on farm productivity and pro tability, through live demonstrations, expert panels and interactive exhibits.

A highlight of this year’s showcase was the announcement of the next generation weed management project – a three-part project aiming to transform how growers tackle weed challenges through smarter and more sustainable solutions.

Funded by Hort Innovation, the $30 million project is being delivered by Applied Horticultural Research, Nufarm, Australia and La Trobe University, with each organisation designated its own individual project.

Applied Horticulture Research is partnering with grower-led groups in Queensland and Victoria to accelerate the adoption of AI-enabled robotics and autonomous vehicles for weeding, planting and spraying.

This will focus on real-world integration of these technologies into Australian vegetable farms, providing support

services, production system adjustments and clear economic analysis to reduce the risk for wider industry uptake.

Nufarm Australia is collaborating with Croplands and Kilter to develop an autonomous robotic precision spotspraying system that uses advanced machine learning and green-on-green weed detection to apply microdroplet herbicides directly onto individual weeds.

This smart spraying technology is designed to reduce herbicide use by up to 95 per cent while increasing yield and lowering labour costs.

Lastly, La Trobe University, in partnership with the Northern Territory Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, is leading a research initiative to investigate Anaerobic Soil Disinfestation (ASD) – a chemical-free method of weed and pathogen control gaining traction overseas.

“This project is a prime example of how we’re investing in smarter ways to grow,” Hort Innovation CEO Brett Fi eld says.

“By linking this initiative to the broader productivity agenda, we’re helping growers farm smarter.

“Our 2025 report on horticultural productivity with the Centre for International Economics revealed that automation, and AI and machine learning

are two of the powerful drivers that will create a more productive and pro table sector for our growers.

“At the Gatton AgTech Showcase, growers were given the opportunity to see some of this smart weeding technology in action, giving them a look to the future – and creating a lot of excitement about its potential along the way.”

The 2025 Gatton AgTech Showcase also featured the unveiling of the $3.57 million Protected Cropping Centre for Mild Winter Climates, which will provide increase supply chain opportunities for domestic and export markets of Queensland grown produce.

The new Cravo structure features a retractable roof, designed to protect crops from weather – such as rain, hail, strong winds or excessive sun – while optimising growing conditions by combining outdoor bene ts with controlled indoor environments.

“With an increased focus on being more e cient with inputs and a need to control climate, the Queensland Centre for Protected Cropping in Mild Winter Climates will be essential for industry to see and understand the advantages of investing in this type of facility,” National Farmers Federation Horticulture Council chair Jolyon Burnett says.

Live demonstrations, expert panels and interactive exhibits featured at the event. Image: Hort Innovation

Hamish McIntyre has been announced as the new NFF president. Image: NFF

New voice

The National Farmers’ Federation has announced its new president, who brings a wealth of experience as a director and board member of key agricultural organisations

Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre has been announced as the new president of the National Farmers’ Federation, taking the reins from the outgoing David Jochinke.

Elected by NFF members as the organisation’s 15th president, McIntyre had previously been appointed an NFF director in October 2023, and his broad involvement in agriculture includes serving as Cotton Australia chair, as well as a director on the Australian Wagyu Association and Agsafe Boards.

McIntyre also runs a family owned, irrigated and dryland farming, cattle breeding, beef feedlot and broiler chicken meat business in the St George, Dirranbandi, Quilpie and Beaudesert districts.

“I am honoured to be elected as the NFF president,” McIntyre says.

“I look forward to working with our members to advance Australian agriculture. My priority will be making sure farmers are front and centre in policy discussions in Canberra.”

McIntyre praised the outgoing president Jochinke who had served the maximum 12-year term on the NFF board, with the past two as president, following six years as vice president. He was the rst Victorian Farmers’ Federation organisation president to also serve as NFF president.

“DJ leaves a legacy of strong farm advocacy,” McIntyre says.

“He stood up for what was right and had access to leaders and decision makers at the highest level. Under his leadership, the NFF has delivered signi cant wins for farmers, including scrapping two taxes –the Biosecurity Protection Levy and the Super Tax.

“But at the heart of what DJ strived to achieve was putting people rst.

“Under his leadership, farmer mental health, wellbeing and safety became key priorities for the NFF.

“This focus led to the creation of a national mental health coalition supported by more than 50 organisations across agriculture, health and rural sectors.”

Jochinke o cially wrapped up his time as president a er the end of the 44th NFF Members’ Council meeting in late October.

The NFF Board has also gained Australian Dairy Farmers president Ben Bennett, from Victoria, and Ricegrowers Association president Peter Herrmann, from New South Wales.

They will replace outgoing directors NSW mixed farmer Lisa Minogue and David Connolly, who is the general manager at Tipperary Group of Stations in the Northen Territory.

Bennett and Herrmann will join new president McIntyre, vice president John Hassell, and directors Georgie Somerset and Mark Horan on the NFF Board..

Rocky River Ag Services

The tool will help farmers better prepare, respond to and recover from natural disasters, such as floods. Image: LightItUp/stock.adobe.com

costs of livestock sale and retention options to improve the farm’s performance.

Forward planning

New South Wales farmers have a new online tool to make better and quicker decisions in relation to natural disasters

A new online tool called ‘myStockPlanner’ has been launched for New South Wales farmers to help better prepare, respond to and recover from natural disasters such as res, oods and drought.

The platform will enable the state’s farmers to provide details of their farm, risks and resources so they can access tailored actionable response options to consider and implement with their feed and livestock.

Previously existing tools such as the Drought and Supplementary Calculator, DroughtPack, Feed Cost Calculator and Drought Feed Calculator have been

merged into myStockPlanner, making them available on a single platform.

The online tool is designed to empower farmers with real-time insights, scenario planning, and recovery tracking so they can make better and quicker decisions.

Users will be able to save their business information to a farm pro le, which they can access and update anywhere, anytime – even if their business records are destroyed in oods or res.

Farmers can use the free platform to calculate livestock requirements, develop feed plans and evaluate projected annual

“This online platform is a signi cant step forward in enabling producers to plan their own feeding and recovery strategies and give farmers more con dence in their business decisions when they need it most,” NSW agriculture minister Tara Moriarty says.

“This tool will be essential for not only planning business as usual operations but also in farm business recovery following signi cant events.”

The platform is accessed through a web browser using an existing Service NSW login.

The Service NSW gateway also protects user data and allows quick recall and editing as conditions and operating needs change.

Future updates of the platform will aim to include the NSW Combined Drought Indicator and innovative technologies to assist in recovery planning by scenario planning length of feeding periods and livestock performance modelling. For more information, visit mystockplanner.dpi.nsw.gov.au

The Low Carbon Liquid Fuels roadmap will enable Australian grain growers to benefit from an emerging market. Image: LightItUp/stock.adobe.com

The LCLF roadmap identi es three key horizons for industry development –expanding oilseed cropping, intensifying oil production, and innovating with advanced biomass.

Fuelling up

A strategic blueprint on the production of low carbon liquid fuel feedstocks from Australian grain crops has been released

The Grains Research and Development Corporation has launched the Low Carbon Liquid Fuels (LCLF) roadmap, aiming to enable Australian grain growers to participate in and bene t from an emerging low carbon liquid fuel market. With international demand for low carbon fuels accelerating, the LCLF roadmap presents a ‘feedstock rst’ approach designed to position Australian growers at the forefront of the increasing global feedstock demand supporting the transition to renewable fuels.

GRDC managing director Nigel Hart says the roadmap provides a clear vision for how the grains sector can seize new opportunities in the rapidly expanding LCLF feedstock market.

“The next oil boom will be on the farm, not under it,” he says.

“This roadmap demonstrates how Australian grain growers, supported by world-class research and innovation, can lead the way in supplying sustainable feedstocks for low carbon liquid fuels.

“By investing in crop innovation, agronomy and supply chain partnerships, we can unlock new markets, drive pro tability for growers and support the Australian grains and in turn the LCLF industries to achieve their decarbonisation goals.

“The roadmap outlines the bene ts of coordinated investment across the value chain, ensuring our industry is ready to meet both global and domestic demand for renewable fuel feedstocks.”

Increasing the area and productivity of oilseed crops such as canola and revisiting alternative crops like Brassica juncea and lupin will boost feedstock supply.

Investing in breeding and technology to increase oil content in seeds and develop new high-oil grain crops will further improve grower returns and sustainability.

Exploring new technologies to produce oil in crop residues and biomass will create additional revenue streams and reduce carbon intensity.

With global decarbonisation policies driving international demand for LCLF, GRDC says the roadmap highlights the grains industry’s unique opportunity to supply both export and future domestic markets.

“Australian growers are already producing high-quality, sustainable grains to feed the world,” Hart says.

“By embracing the LCLF opportunity, growers could diversify farm incomes, strengthen regional economies and contribute to national fuel security.”

Positive outlook

Australia’s cotton growers can expect a positive crop, Cotton Australia says, as planting gets underway across the nation

Cotton planting is underway across most of Australia’s growing regions with some crops already out of the ground in warmer climates, while growers in southern regions await warmer weather to start their season.

Cotton Australia general manager Michael Murray says the signs for this season are positive with Australia’s growers expecting to generate just over four million bales or around 910,000 tonnes of quality bre, and close to 1.1 million tonnes of cotton seed.

“This year we are expecting about 393,000 green hectares to be planted, predominantly in New South Wales and Queensland with crops also being planted

in the Northern Territory and Western Australia,” Murray says.

“If expectations are accurate, we will see more than $2.7 billion generated for the national economy with most of that money ltering down into the 249 communities that bene t directly from cotton growing.”

Demand for Australian cotton is expected to continue due to our geographic position, which is close to the main buyers, and the quality and strength of our bre, Cotton Australia adds.

“We have witnessed prices of up to $1,000 per bale but the latest trends show the price hovering around the $550 per bale with the price outlook suggesting a $600 per bale is possible in the next 12 months,” Murray says.

Australia expects just over

bales to be generated this season. Image: Debra/stock.adobe.com

“We export everything we produce, and thankfully demand is still strong with recent gures from cotton marketing news service Cotton Compass revealing that in July, 26 per cent of bales exported went to China, 19 per cent to India, 15 per cent to Vietnam and 13 per cent both to Bangladesh and Indonesia.

“In general, our growers remain positive on this season’s crop, and while it varies from region to region, many are reporting good conditions including soil pro les and moisture content.”

ALL HARDOX LINED

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Hardox wear plate is a very wear-resistant sheet steel, this steel wears slowly, even under large mechanical loads.

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•Hardness 450 HBW

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DOUBLE CUTTING HAMMER

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Impossible becomes simple. A new concept of shredder able to change the shape of the cutting chamber up to 12 ways. Each cutting configuration suits a different job that the machine can perform. As a result, the same machine can be used in completely different working environments. From mowing grass to pruning, or simply in the open field.

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PONTOONPUMP ELECTRIC Pontoonwithelectricpump. xzdef19652. TA206427. $14,910

PERKINSGENERATORS

6,8,10,13,15,20and30KVA generators,singleand 3-phase,poweredby water-cooledPerkinsheavy dutydieselengines,keyor remotestart,fueltankbase, fullengineprotection,500 hoursserviceintervalsIdeal backuporprimepowerCall foryourspecialprice!. AW54939-ST190912. DPLIn27583. POA

PERKINSGENERATORS 6,8,10,13,15,20and30KVA generators,singleand 3-phase,poweredby water-cooledPerkinsheavy dutydieselengines,keyor remotestart,fueltankbase, fullengineprotection,500 hoursserviceintervalsIdeal backuporprimepowerCall foryourspecialprice!. AW54939-ST190912. DPLIn27583. POA

SOUTHERNCROSS100X65-315PUMPSET withNissanQD32(65hp),skidfueltank,oil-temp,hi/lo timerwatchdogandforkliftroof.Vel67912. TA11060. $13,750

withNissanQD32(65hp),skidfueltank,oil-temp,hi/lo timerwatchdogandforkliftroof.Vel67912. TA11060. $13,750

PERKINSISOSILENCED PUMP NewPerkinsDieselIso Silencedpumpsetwithfuel tankbase..Perkisosilent1. TA223696. $26,000

PERKINSISOSILENCED PUMP NewPerkinsDieselIso Silencedpumpsetwithfuel tankbase..Perkisosilent1. TA223696. $26,000

GRUNDFOSVARIUOS PUMPS VariedModels.S1. TA250286. $4,500

GRUNDFOSVARIUOS PUMPS VariedModels.S1. TA250286. $4,500

UNKNOWNPTO GENERATOR

50KVA-ThreePhase-3 pointlinkagewithheavy dutyjackstands.VEL4156. TA10931. $8,710

UNKNOWNPTO GENERATOR 50KVA-ThreePhase-3 pointlinkagewithheavy dutyjackstands.VEL4156. TA10931. $8,710

$4,950INCLGST

$4,950INCLGST

REDROOROTARYHOE (WalkBehind),poweredbyHonda GX2709horsepowerpetrolenginewithpurposebuilt tippingtrailer.6950. TA1038830.

REDROOROTARYHOE (WalkBehind),poweredbyHonda GX2709horsepowerpetrolenginewithpurposebuilt tippingtrailer.6950. TA1038830.

$2,600INCLGST

$2,600INCLGST

UNITEDTRAILER8X5 UnitedTrailer,registrationno:S136TFT, expiryApril,2025,8x5,yearofmanufacture2017,vinno: 6T9T2000SH0KE3120,refurbished,withnewwheelbearings,front discbrakes,re-wired,newlights.7421. TA1253395.

UNITEDTRAILER8X5 UnitedTrailer,registrationno:S136TFT, expiryApril,2025,8x5,yearofmanufacture2017,vinno: 6T9T2000SH0KE3120,refurbished,withnewwheelbearings,front discbrakes,re-wired,newlights.7421. TA1253395.

$9,850INCLGST

$9,850INCLGST

MASSEYFERGUSON135TRACTOR3CYLINDERPERKINS DIESEL 2wheeldrive,3cylinderPerkinsdiesel,rollframe, rearwheelweights(optional),approximately42horsepower, tyres80%nocracks.7422. TA1254042.

MASSEYFERGUSON135TRACTOR3CYLINDERPERKINS DIESEL 2wheeldrive,3cylinderPerkinsdiesel,rollframe, rearwheelweights(optional),approximately42 horsepower, tyres80%nocracks.7422. TA1254042.

$38,500INCLGST

$38,500INCLGST

CATERPILLAR226B3WHEELEDSKIDSTEER 4cylinderdiesel,4 in1bucket,airconcab,3,230hoursapproxshowingonhourmeter, tyres85%allround,serialno:CAT0226BPMWD01189,withoperators manualandservicehistory,notregistered,exceptionalcondition. 7461. TA1275713.

CATERPILLAR226B3WHEELEDSKIDSTEER 4cylinderdiesel,4 in1bucket,airconcab,3,230hoursapproxshowingonhourmeter, tyres85%allround,serialno:CAT0226BPMWD01189,withoperators manualandservicehistory,notregistered,exceptionalcondition. 7461. TA1275713.

$9,500INCLGST

BONNEBYSCHWARZESE6TROADBROOM/SWEEPER diesel,yearapprox2013,vinno:6T9T26ABLD09P9005,with books,servicehistory&controller,lowhours.7316. TA1219701.

BONNEBYSCHWARZESE6TROADBROOM/SWEEPER diesel,yearapprox2013,vinno:6T9T26ABLD09P9005,with books,servicehistory&controller,lowhours.7316. TA1219701. $9,500INCLGST

$43,900INCLGST

$43,900INCLGST

withJohnDeereSelfLevellingFrontEndLoader,4.1bucket,year approximately2005-2008,4wheeldrive,ROPS&Roof,91horsepower approximately,PTO,approximately1,968hoursindicated,3point linkage.7073. TA1125206.

JohnDeere5525FWA Tractor,

JohnDeere5525FWATractor, withJohnDeereSelfLevellingFrontEndLoader,4.1bucket,year approximately2005-2008,4wheeldrive,ROPS&Roof,91horsepower approximately,PTO,approximately1,968hoursindicated,3point linkage.7073. TA1125206.

JOHNDEERE5525FWATRACTOR

JOHNDEERE5525FWATRACTOR

$26,450INCLGST

$26,450INCLGST

Loader,noforks,doubleramsonbucket,rollframe,53horsepower approximately,3pointlinkage GraderBladenotincludedwithTractorextra$3,650.7368. TA1233610.

Loader,noforks,doubleramsonbucket,rollframe,53horsepower approximately,3pointlinkage GraderBladenotincludedwithTractorextra$3,650.7368. TA1233610.

KubotaL4850Tractor,4x4,FrontEnd

KubotaL4850Tractor,4x4,FrontEnd

KUBOTAL4850TRACTOR

KUBOTAL4850TRACTOR

$9,500INCLGST

$9,500INCLGST

pointlinkage,70horsepowerapproximately,mechanically good,astraded.7456. TA1272963.

pointlinkage,70horsepowerapproximately,mechanically good,astraded.7456. TA1272963.

IsekiSX75Tractor,4wheeldrive,3

IsekiSX75Tractor,4wheeldrive,3

ISEKISX75TRACTOR

ISEKISX75TRACTOR

HOESPLUSASELECTIONOFOTHERROTARYHOESINSTOCK. 7379. TA1238951. POA

HOESPLUSASELECTIONOFOTHERROTARYHOESINSTOCK. 7379. TA1238951.

LARGERANGEOFHOWARD

HOWARDROTARYHOES

HOWARDROTARYHOES LARGERANGEOFHOWARDROTARY

CaseInternational3230TractorwithBenWyeKBF3000FrontFork AttachmentwithForks,4wheeldrive,60horsepowerapproximately,3 pointlinkage,rollframe&roof,2,300hoursasindicated.7351. TA1227753. $24,950INCLGST

CaseInternational3230TractorwithBenWyeKBF3000FrontFork AttachmentwithForks,4wheeldrive,60horsepowerapproximately,3 pointlinkage,rollframe&roof,2,300hoursasindicated.7351. TA1227753. $24,950INCLGST

CASEIH3230TRACTORWITHFRONTFORKATTACHMENT

CASEIH3230TRACTORWITHFRONTFORKATTACHMENT

HOWARDEHD8'SLASHER HowardExtraHeavyDuty8'wide Slasher,3pointlinkage.7479. TA1284532. $9,850INCGST

HOWARDEHD8'SLASHER HowardExtraHeavyDuty8'wide Slasher,3pointlinkage.7479. TA1284532. $9,850INCGST

KUBOTAM8540TRACTORWITHFRONTMOUNTEDFORK&FRONT TYNES 4wheeldrive,withFrontForkAttachment&FrontTynes,4cylinderdiesel turbo,extra4bankelectrichydraulics,85horsepowerapproximately,air conditioning(working),approximately5,700hoursindicated,engineno:2DQ1454, serialno:87908,ROPS.7144.TA1162678. $38,450INC

KUBOTAM8540TRACTORWITHFRONTMOUNTEDFORK&FRONT TYNES 4wheeldrive,withFrontForkAttachment&FrontTynes,4cylinderdiesel turbo,extra4bankelectrichydraulics,85horsepowerapproximately,air conditioning(working),approximately5,700hoursindicated,engineno:2DQ1454, serialno:87908,ROPS.7144.TA1162678. $38,450INC

NH Gehl & Tiki

Rollers (Cambridge), culti packers, stones & tyre)

7' to 28'. PTO hammermills, roller mills, grain gristers. From $595 3PL, 5-9 tine trail, 8-14 tine chisel ploughs From $795

Irrigation pipes, pumps & motors, travelling irrigators.

Scoops, 3PL, silt blades, carryalls and rippers.

2nd hand tractor tyres, belt pulleys, PTO From $195

2nd hand new tines Augers, 50' x 6" & 8", pencil 14' x 4" new and 2nd hand.

Harrows all types From $45

Boom sprays, 3PL, Hardi and Silvan, 400 & 600ltr.

Power Harrows 3PL Lely 15' Crump (Kurrajong 1000) 1 tonne

TONUTI

MCLEOD5FT 2023,Near-New. heavydutycustombuilt McleodSlasher.5ft,Lessthan 100Hours,NA.NSW. DIY1290852. 0405 537 143. $7,000IncGST

HARDI9600 9000L,36m Forceboom,HC55007 sectioncontroller.Hyddrive pump464-12,newJune 2024.Secondagitationpump, largecleanwatertank. Tyres 710/70R42,excellent condition.Wellmaintainedfor age,deliverycanbe arranged.CallPaul0427733 100.,x.SA. DIY1280712. 0419 499 149. $67,500

ABBEYVF1250SD Excellant conditionAbbey12m3Mixer wagon,workshopchecked, brandnewsetofknives.Suit newbuyer.ExMelbourne, D64007.VIC. DIY1291856. 0458 978 231. $66,000

CHIEFTAIN1000LITER 2025, CHIEFTAIN1000LDieselFuel Trailer(TwinAxleMineSite Ready)HereatE&M Construction,wereexcitedto announcethatwe arenow stockingCHIEFTAINfuel trailers!, Sa900bsr2s1155281.NSW. DIY1290848. 0414 724 893. $20,500

CATERPILLAR259D 2013, 259D track loaderwith ~3,778hours,goodoverall condition.Comeswitha brandnew4-in-1bucketand is ready forwork.Locatedin Truganina, CAT0259DCTK00271.VIC. DIY1288388. 0488 119 077. $65,000

AGRISONFRONTENDLOADER 2010,3pointbackhoe.4in1bucket-allasnew condition.Hardlyeverused.Only300hours. Alwayskeptingarage. Top buy.Firsttoseewill buy.Bestbuyforthisprice,..VIC. DIY1286657. 0416 136 256. $29,000

POLARISRANGER1000XP 2023,PolarisXP1000side by sidebuggy.84hppetrol engine, factory air-conditioning, tow bar, winch,30inchtyres,489hrs onengineandtravelledonly 5,000klmssincenew,always shedded,neverbeennear saltwater,Nil.QLD. DIY1283889. 0419 832 138. $28,000

CONNORSHEA16RCSN DRILL ConnorShea8000 Series ExcellentCondition,Always Shedded Bothseedandfertiliserboxes Withsparedeliverybuckets, 169646.NSW. DIY1288118. 0412 675 666. $12,000

VERSATILE620DT 2019,CheckoutthisusedVersatile 620DT!ImmaculateCondition! 575Hp(620Hpmax) -CumminsQSX15LTier3engine -3,446Nmpeaktorque - CAT TA2216x4Powershift transmission -416L/minhydraulicpumpwith6 electrohydraulicremotes -18,800Ldieseltank -Front&Reardifferentiallock -DeluxcabwithAgCabsuspension, -Trimblesetup -30"tracks

Hours:3973

Contact0431075312-Unitbeingheld inYatala,QLD,BVA1821017.QLD. DIY1254382. 0431 075 312. $330,000

WANTED TO BUY TRACTORS FOR WRECKING

CASE

585, 595, 685, 695, 800, 830, 832, 870 2WD, 885, 895, 900, 930, 932, 956, 970, 1030, 1032, 1070, 1194, 1270, 1370, 1390, 1394, 1594, 1690, 2090, 2094, 2096, 2290, 2290, 2294, 2390, 2394, 2470, 2590, 2594, 2670, 2870, 3394, 3594, 4230, 4496, 4694, 4994, 7110, 7210, CVX 170, CX60, MAGNUM 275, MAGNUM 290, MAGNUM 305, MX80C, MX255, MX285, PUMA, STX 375 QUADTRACK, STX425, STX440 QUADTRACK, STX450, STX485, STX500

CASE IH

1896, 4690, 4890, 4894, 5120, 5130, 5140, 5150, 7120, 7130, 7140, 7150, 7220, 7230, 7240, 7250, 8910, 8920, 8930, 8940, 8950, 9130, 9150, 9170, 9180, 9250, 9260, 9280, 9350, 9370 QUADTRACK, 9380 QUADTRACK, 9390, MX90, MX130, MX135, MX150, MX230, MX240, MX200, MX220, MXM175, MX270, MXM190, STX375, STX440, STX480

CATERPILLAR

CHALLENGER SERIES – 35, 45, 55, 65, 65C, 75, 75C, 75E, 85C, 85D, 95E, 65E TRACK MACHINE, MT765D, MT765C, MT865C

FORD

3000, 3610, 4000, 4600, 4610, 5000, 5610, 5640, 6000, 6600, 6610, 6700, 6810, 7000, 7600, 7700, 7710, 7840, 8000, 8210, 8230, 8340, 8401, 8600, 8700, 9000, 9600, 9700,, TW5, TW10, TW15, TW20, TW25, TW30

INTERNATIONAL

385, 414, 434, 444, 484, 514, 554, 564, 574, 585, 624, 660, 674, 686, 696, 706, 756,766, 786, 856, 866, 885, 886, 956, 976, 986, 1056, 1066, 1086, 1256, 1466, 1468, 1486, 1566, 1568, 1586, 3288, 3388, 3588, 3688, 3788, 4166, 4186, 4366, 4386, 4568, 4586, 4786, 5088, 5288, 5488, 6388, 6588, 6788, 844S, AW6, AW7, AWD6, AWD7, B250, B275, W6, W7,

JOHN DEERE

950, 1050, 1130, 1140, 1640, 1750, 2010, 2020, 2030, 2040, 2120, 2130, 2140, 2250, 2450, 2650, 2850, 3010, 3020, 3120, 3130, 3140, 3350, 3640, 3650, 4010, 4020, 4030, 4040, 4050, 4055, 4230, 4240, 4250, 4255, 4430, 4440, 4450, 4455, 4555, 4560, 4620, 4630, 4640, 4650, 4755, 4760, 4840, 4850, 4955, 4960, 5010, 5020, 5310, 5515, 5300, 6030, 6110, 6170R, 6200, 6220, 6300, 6310, 6320, 6330, 6400, 6410, 6620, 6630 Premium, 6810, 6820, 7210, 7330, 7510, 7520, 7600, 7610, 7700, 7800, 7810, 7920, 7930, 8100, 8200, 8230, 8285R, 8300, 8310, 8320R, 8330, 8345RT, 8360RT, 8370RT, 8400, 8400 TRACK, 8410, 8430, 8440, 8450, 8520, 8520T, 8530, 8630, 8640, 8650, 8760, 8770, 8850, 8960, 8970, 9400, 9410R, 9420T, 9430T

NEW HOLLAND

7840, 8430, 8560, 8870, 8970, 9482, 9682, 9860, 9880, 9882, 9482, 9484, G210, G240, L85, L95, T6020, T7030, TG230, TG235, TG255, TG285, TJ375, TJ425, TJ450, TL70, TL90, TM125, TM135, TM195, TN55D, TN95F, TS100, TS100A, TS110A, TS125A, T9060

STEIGER

KP525, KP 1350, KP1325, KP1400, BEARCAT 3 & 4, COUGAR 2 & 4 CM250, PANTHER 2, PANTHER 3 ST310 & ST325, PANTHER 4 CM325, TIGER ST470,

VERSATILE

500, 700, 800, 835, 836, 855, 875, 895, 900, 935, 945, 946, 950, 956, 975, 976, 1150, 1156

Lachlan

www.flt.com.au

HYSTERH16.00XM-6

HYSTERH650C

HYSTERH18.00XM-12 withforkpositioningsideshiftcarriage, 2440mmforks,Cumminsengine,fullyenclosed airconditionedcab-Option20x40sideliftcont. frame.R3632. TA1124211.

HYSTERH18.00XM-12 withforkpositioningsideshiftcarriage, 2440mmforks,Cumminsengine,fullyenclosed airconditionedcab-Option20x40sideliftcont. frame.R3632. TA1124211. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

2010,lowhoursandingreatconditionwithMichelin XZMradialtyres,forkpositioningsideshiftand 2,440mmForks.R3525. TA730601. ForSaleorHirePOAPh:1800688788toInspect

2010,lowhoursandingreatconditionwithMichelin XZMradialtyres,forkpositioningsideshiftand 2,440mmForks.R3525. TA730601. ForSaleorHirePOAPh:1800688788toInspect

HYSTERH12.00XM

6newContinentaltyres,Cummins6CTenginethis budgetpricedforkliftisreadyforwork.Option20'or 20x40toppickcontainerspreaders..R3712. TA1216675.

6newContinentaltyres,Cummins6CTenginethis budgetpricedforkliftisreadyforwork.Option20'or 20x40toppickcontainerspreaders..R3712. TA1216675.

ForSaleorHirePh1800688788POA

ForSaleorHirePh1800688788POA

KALMARDRT450-65S

KALMARDRT450-65S

200811,740kg4500mmlift,sideshiftcarriageand 2440mmforks.HireorBuyFreeCall1800688788. R3405. TA369982. POA

200811,740kg4500mmlift,sideshiftcarriageand 2440mmforks.HireorBuyFreeCall1800688788. R3405. TA369982. POA

2013,Stacksladen20x40containers5high.Cummins QSM11dieselengine.Dana15.5HR36000XMSN. H10300280. TA1153805. ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

2013,Stacksladen20x40containers5high.Cummins QSM11dieselengine.Dana15.5HR36000XMSN. H10300280. TA1153805.

ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

OMEGA16-12W

OMEGA16-12W

HYSTERH18.00XM-12

HYSTERH10.00XM 2006,Cumminsengine.WideForkPositioningSideshift Carriagewouldsuitlongloadse.g.pipe.R3689. TA1216676. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

2006,Cumminsengine.WideForkPositioningSideshift Carriagewouldsuitlongloadse.g.pipe.R3689. TA1216676. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

KALMARDRT450

KALMARDRT450

2014,SOLD-AnotherAvailable.Only11081hourswith originalCumminsengine.Stack45,000kg1st row 31,000kg2ndrow.ReadyNow.R3603. TA998021. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

2014,SOLD-AnotherAvailable.Only11081hourswith originalCumminsengine.Stack45,000kg1st row 31,000kg2ndrow.ReadyNow.R3603. TA998021. POAForSaleorHirePh:1800688788

IdealfurnitureremovalistsolutionRated12,000kgwith ELME558sidesliftabletostackuptofourhigh20and 40footcontainers..353AUFL443. TA1154000. ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

IdealfurnitureremovalistsolutionRated12,000kgwith ELME558sidesliftabletostackuptofourhigh20and 40footcontainers..353AUFL443. TA1154000. ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

TERBERGYT182

2008,stacks12,000kghighcube20'&40'3high.ELME 55820x40spreaderwithtopentrytwistlocks.Frontline unitreadynow.R3547. TA829125. ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

2008,stacks12,000kghighcube20'&40'3high.ELME 55820x40spreaderwithtopentrytwistlocks.Frontline unitreadynow.R3547. TA829125.

ForSaleorHirePOAFreeCall1800688788

2006,HardtofindTerminalTractorwithelevating5th wheelforquick&safetrailermarshaliingwithoutneed todismountcab.S116. TA1276949. $59,800

2006,HardtofindTerminalTractorwithelevating5th wheelforquick&safetrailermarshaliingwithoutneed todismountcab.S116. TA1276949. $59,800

PRENTICE7,000KGSWL forklifttruckramps(8)topickfrom.Idealforshipping containers.Forsaleorhire.R3274. TA96974. $12,000+GST=$13,200ForSaleorHire

PRENTICE7,000KGSWL forklifttruckramps(8)topickfrom.Idealforshipping containers.Forsaleorhire.R3274. TA96974. $12,000+GST=$13,200ForSaleorHire

GENIEGS3268RT

4WDdiesel.Recently 10yearinspected,new paint,goodreliable machine.S35.

GENIEGS3268RT 4WDdiesel.Recently 10yearinspected,new paint,goodreliable machine.S35.

$25,000+GST

$25,000+GST

SNORKELPRO126

126ftstraightstick boom,diesel,4WD, workingheight40.2m, goodworking condition.S36.

SNORKELPRO126 126ftstraightstick boom,diesel,4WD, workingheight40.2m, goodworking condition.S36.

$30,000+GST

$30,000+GST

SNAPPYHEAVY DUTY

SNAPPYHEAVY DUTY

Scaffold.S2. $550+GST

Scaffold.S2. $550+GST

JLG43FTRTSELF LEVELLINGDIESEL SCISSORLIFT VeryGoodValuefor money,tidymachine, stillworkinginour rentalfleet.S27.

JLG43FTRTSELF LEVELLINGDIESEL SCISSORLIFT VeryGoodValuefor money,tidymachine, stillworkinginour rentalfleet.S27.

$30,000+GST

$30,000+GST

SNORKELTB47J

4WDTB47JDZ TelescopicBoomLift, 10YearInspected, HydraulicGenerator, Diesel,Veryreliable machine..S39. $35,000+GST

SNORKELTB47J 4WDTB47JDZ TelescopicBoomLift, 10YearInspected, HydraulicGenerator, Diesel,Veryreliable machine..S39. $35,000+GST

SNORKELTB42JDZ 42fttelescopicboom lift.4WDDiesel.S30. $15,000+GST

SNORKELTB42JDZ 42fttelescopicboom lift.4WDDiesel.S30.

$15,000+GST

HAULOTTE COMPACT14

2014,12melectric scissorliftverypopular unit.14mworking height.1unitavailable. S21. $6,000+GST

HAULOTTE COMPACT14 2014,12melectric scissorliftverypopular unit.14mworking height.1unitavailable. S21. $6,000+GST

SNORKEL MHP13/35

SNORKEL MHP13/35

2012,TrailerMounted articulatedboomlift featuresasafeandstable workingheightofupto 12.6m.Stillinhirefleet, verygoodcondition.S38.

2012,TrailerMounted articulatedboomlift featuresasafeandstable workingheightofupto 12.6m.Stillinhirefleet, verygoodcondition.S38.

$20,000+GST GENIEGS1932 GenieGS1932Electric Scissorlift.S29. $4,000+GST

$20,000+GST GENIEGS1932 GenieGS1932Electric Scissorlift.S29. $4,000+GST

SKYJACK3219

2015,SkyJack3219 scissorlift,10year inspected,electric, 5.8mplatformheight. S40. $7,500+GST

SKYJACK3219 2015,SkyJack3219 scissorlift,10year inspected,electric, 5.8mplatformheight. S40. $7,500+GST

Full throttle

A er discovering his passion for heavy vehicles in high school, Queensland mechanic apprentice Lachlan Wright found himself on the WorldSkills National Championships podium

A er discovering his passion for heavy vehicles in high school, Queensland mechanic apprentice Lachlan Wright found himself on the WorldSkills National Championships podium

The WorldSkills Heavy Vehicle Mechanics competition is not for the faint-hearted.

The WorldSkills Heavy Vehicle Mechanics competition is not for the faint-hearted.

Competitors are assessed on their ability to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy vehicles, ensuring they adhere to industry standards.

Competitors are assessed on their ability to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy vehicles, ensuring they adhere to industry standards.

For competitor Lachlan Wright, a heavy vehicle mechanic apprentice, he rst discovered his trade when he participated in TAFE Queensland’s ‘Try A Trade’ program in high school.

For competitor Lachlan Wright, a heavy vehicle mechanic apprentice, he rst discovered his trade when he participated in TAFE Queensland’s ‘Try A Trade’ program in high school.

“I chose to pursue heavy vehicle mechanics because of the variety and di erent challenges faced on a day-to-day basis,” he says.

“I chose to pursue heavy vehicle mechanics because of the variety and di erent challenges faced on a day-to-day basis,” he says.

At the regional iteration of the competition, Wright took out Gold, but he says the experience was not without its challenges.

At the regional iteration of the competition, Wright took out Gold, but he says the experience was not without its challenges.

“It was learning the skills required for

“It was learning the skills required for

the variety of tasks and equipment we’re required to work on during the competition,” he says.

the variety of tasks and equipment we’re required to work on during the competition,” he says.

“To overcome this, I spent a lot of time working with experienced technicians, helping me to build processes to work through tasks and allowing an opportunity to ask questions, helping to clarify uncertainty.”

“To overcome this, I spent a lot of time working with experienced technicians, helping me to build processes to work through tasks and allowing an opportunity to ask questions, helping to clarify uncertainty.”

It certainly paid o , with Wright taking out the Silver Medal at the 2025 national championships, a feat he describes as his “proudest moment so far”.

It certainly paid o , with Wright taking out the Silver Medal at the 2025 national championships, a feat he describes as his “proudest moment so far”.

He adds the entire WorldSkills experience has been enlightening.

He adds the entire WorldSkills experience has been enlightening.

“It’s taught me to say yes to whatever opportunities arise because you never know where they might lead you,” Wright says.

“It’s taught me to say yes to whatever opportunities arise because you never know where they might lead you,” Wright says.

His workplace, Volvo Commercial Vehicles Australia – which is the primary

His workplace, Volvo Commercial Vehicles Australia – which is the primary

commercial vehicle distribution centre for Volvo Trucks, UD Trucks, and Mack Trucks in Queensland and New South Wales – has also played a major role in his development.

commercial vehicle distribution centre for Volvo Trucks, UD Trucks, and Mack Trucks in Queensland and New South Wales – has also played a major role in his development.

“I’ve learnt that you must be exible and able to adapt, you never know what might happen or what you’ll be doing next,” Wright says.

“I’ve learnt that you must be exible and able to adapt, you never know what might happen or what you’ll be doing next,” Wright says.

“I’ve also learnt that being organised and prepared helps greatly in succeeding with the tasks at hand.”

“I’ve also learnt that being organised and prepared helps greatly in succeeding with the tasks at hand.”

Down the track, his future goals are straightforward and inspiring.

Down the track, his future goals are straightforward and inspiring.

“Beyond the competition, I want to continue to grow and improve as a mechanic, while also studying further as an auto electrician,” Wright says.

“Beyond the competition, I want to continue to grow and improve as a mechanic, while also studying further as an auto electrician,” Wright says.

“I’d also like to help educate and encourage more young people to enter trades.”

“I’d also like to help educate and encourage more young people to enter trades.”

Lachlan Wright took out the Silver Medal at the 2025 WorldSkills Heavy Vehicle Mechanics national championships. Image: WorldSkills Australia

19-29 Curlew Cresc

Tamworth NSW 2340 www.philhuntparts.com.au brendan@philhuntparts.com.au

19-29 Curlew Cresc Tamworth NSW 2340 www.philhuntparts.com.au brendan@philhuntparts.com.au

JOHNDEERE750 JustinforDismantling,Rebuilt6.414T Engine,MilanoRearRippers,StartsRunsandDrivesand TurnsWell,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan026762 4466.S195. TA1275322. POA

JOHNDEERE750 JustinforDismantling,Rebuilt6.414T Engine,MilanoRearRippers,StartsRunsandDrivesand TurnsWell,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan026762 4466.S195. TA1275322. POA

MITSUBISHIMG400 JustinforDismantling,14Foot Moldboard,RearRipperAssy,Powershift Transmission, GoodRubberallround,AllPartsAvailable,Phone Brendan0267624466.S193. TA1275320. POA

MITSUBISHIMG400 JustinforDismantling,14Foot Moldboard,RearRipperAssy,PowershiftTransmission, GoodRubberallround,AllPartsAvailable,Phone Brendan0267624466.S193. TA1275320. POA

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NEW AND S/H PARTS

NEW AND S/H PARTS

ALLIS-CHALMERS/HANOMAG/MASSEY

ALLIS-CHALMERS/HANOMAG/MASSEY

JOHN DEERE INDUSTRIAL

JOHN DEERE INDUSTRIAL

PARTS FOR Dozers, Loaders, Drotts, Graders, Scrapers

PARTS FOR Dozers, Loaders, Drotts, Graders, Scrapers

WRECKING DOZERS

WRECKING DOZERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: “M”, HD5B, HD6B, HD6E, HD6G, HD7W, HD7G, HD9B, HD10W, HD11B, HD11E, HD11EC, HD11EP, HD11 Ser B, HD15,C, HD16A, HD16AC, HD16D, DC, HD16DP, HD19,20,21A, HD21B,C, HD31, HD41B

FIAT: 451C, 555, 605C, 50CI, 70CI, 8, 8B, AD10, BD10B, FD10E, AD12, 14B, 14C, BD20, DX175

ALLIS-CHALMERS: “M”, HD5B, HD6B, HD6E, HD6G, HD7W, HD7G, HD9B, HD10W, HD11B, HD11E, HD11EC, HD11EP, HD11 Ser B, HD15,C, HD16A, HD16AC, HD16D, DC, HD16DP, HD19,20,21A, HD21B,C, HD31, HD41B FIAT: 451C, 555, 605C, 50CI, 70CI, 8, 8B, AD10, BD10B, FD10E, AD12, 14B, 14C, BD20, DX175

FIATALLISHD16B

HANOMAG/MASSEY: 2244, 200, 300, 3366, 400, 500, L400C, L600C, D600D Super, D700C

HANOMAG/MASSEY: 2244, 200, 300, 3366, 400, 500, L400C, L600C, D600D Super, D700C

FIATALLISHD16B JustinforDismantling,AngleTilt Blade,RearRippers,ExcellentUndercarriage,Powershift Transmission,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan02 67624466.S192. TA1275319. POA

JustinforDismantling,AngleTilt Blade,RearRippers,ExcellentUndercarriage,Powershift Transmission,AllPartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan02 67624466.S192. TA1275319. POA

JOHN DEERE : 1010C, 850 LOADERS

JOHN DEERE : 1010C, 850 LOADERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: TL12D, TL14, TL20, 545, 605B, 645, 745B,C FIAT: FR20B

ALLIS-CHALMERS: TL12D, TL14, TL20, 545, 605B, 645, 745B,C FIAT: FR20B

LD3, LD5, LD6, LD7 and LD9 Scoopmobile

LD3, LD5, LD6, LD7 and LD9 Scoopmobile

HANOMAG/MASSEY 22,33C,44, 55, CL55C,66C-D, 77 GRADERS

HANOMAG/MASSEY 22,33C,44, 55, CL55C,66C-D, 77 GRADERS

ALLIS-CHALMERS: D, DD, M65, 65B, AD30-40, 45, 145, M100A, B, FG95

ALLIS-CHALMERS: D, DD, M65, 65B, AD30-40, 45, 145, M100A, B, FG95

DRMCO/CHAMPION 562, 600, 720, 740

DRMCO/CHAMPION 562, 600, 720, 740 JOHN DEERE 570, 570A, 670, 670A, 670B, 770, 770A, 772A, 770BH, 670CH, 670D, 672GP, 770GP, 772GP

JOHN DEERE 570, 570A, 670, 670A, 670B, 770, 770A, 772A, 770BH, 670CH, 670D, 672GP, 770GP, 772GP ALLIS WHEEL TRACTORS

ALLIS WHEEL TRACTORS

AC D17, D19, D21, XT190, 7000, 7010, 7020, 7040, 7060, 7080, 8010, 8050, 8070, 7580, 8550, 440 ALSO AVAILABLE

AC D17, D19, D21, XT190, 7000, 7010, 7020, 7040, 7060, 7080, 8010, 8050, 8070, 7580, 8550, 440 ALSO AVAILABLE

Track Chains, Rollers, Idlers, Sprockets

Track Chains, Rollers, Idlers, Sprockets Various 4-1 Buckets, POA

Various 4-1 Buckets, POA

ALLISCHALMERSHD16DP JustinforDismantling,Angle TiltBlade,RearRippers,PowershiftTransmission, ExcellentUndercarriage,16,000HRunningEngine,All PartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan0267624466.S194. TA1275321. POA

ALLISCHALMERSHD16DP JustinforDismantling,Angle TiltBlade,RearRippers,PowershiftTransmission, ExcellentUndercarriage,16,000HRunningEngine,All PartsAvailable,PhoneBrendan0267624466.S194. TA1275321. POA

Allis Chalmers • Fiat Allis • Hanomag • Massey • JD Industrial

SKYJACKSJ3219 2014, 19'ElectricScissorlifts,severalmachinesoffered.Allwith227kgliftcapacity,allin goodconditionandallnowoutoftest.LocatedinBrisbane,Melbourne&Sydney. Various. TA1019568

$4,200+GST=$4,620

SKYJACKSJ46AJ 46'4x4DieselKnuckleBooms.6unitsavailable,witha227kglift capacity,allingoodconditionwithMajorInspectioncompleted-intestuntil20272028.MachinesinMelbourne,NewcastleandBrisbane.KB4639-KB4647. TA1160082

$19,000+GST=$20,900

GENIEGS4390RT 43'4x4RoughTerrainScissorlifts.Severalavailable.680Kglift capacity&doublerolloutextensiondecks,foratotaldecklengthof6.7metres.Allout oftest&equippedwithon-boardgenerators.MachinesinMelbourne,Sydneyand Brisbane.S4347G7. TA1269045

$18,000+GST=$19,800

SKYJACKSJ45T 2012, SkyjackSJ45T45'DieselStickBooms.2unitsavailableandallintestuntilSept2027. EquippedOEMSecondaryGuarding.LocatedinBrisbaneB45129R-B45130R. B45129R-B45130R. TA1216664

$22,000+GST=$24,200

GENIEGS5390RT 53'4x4RoughTerrainScissorlifts.Severalavailable,680Kglift capacity&doublerolloutextensiondecks,foratotaldecklengthof6.7metres.Allout oftest&equippedwithon-boardgenerators.MachinesinMelbourne,Sydneyand Brisbane.S5314. TA1269050

$20,000+GST=$22,000

ClearviewMast..P040. TA1207778. $13,200

2.5TonneLPGForkliftwith4.3MetreLift ContainerMast.P003. TA1206087. $13,200

1.2tonneelectricwalkiereachtruckwith4.27 metrelift.N054. TA1178245. $13,200

viper. TA1160389. $21,450

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UNKNOWN DRY NUTROASTER StainlessSteelFramed 8kgto25kgHorizontalElectricNutandSeedDry RoastingBarrelwithLoad/UnloadAccess,mobile StainlesssteelCollection/CoolingBin,Control,Geared Driveto415V3PhaseElectricMotorandSwitch,-.VIC. DIY1285247. 0411 317 362.

$18,500

UNKNOWNSANDBLASTINGPOTS Sandblastingpots. 140L.Allcompletewithhoses.Moderncontrolsmask. Excellentcondition,..NSW. DIY1283258. 0421 882 614. $2,800

PROCESSSYSTEMSCHOCOLATECOOLINGTUNNEL& ProcessSystemsStainlessSteelFramed MotorisedContinuousProductSheetFormingand CoolingLinewithStainlessSteelFlowHeadandHeating Station,RubberBeltMotorisedFeedInConveyor, StainlessSteelRefrigeratedCooling Tunnel withInfeed OutConveyors,Controlto415V3 PhaseElectricMotorandSwitch,OverallLengthApprox 0411 317 362. $79,000

FUJIFUJIFLOWRAPPERFW341M2 FujiMotorised StainlessSteelProductForm,FillandSealingMachine Model:FW341M2withStainlessSteelChainFeed-In Conveyor,WrappingandSealingHeads,RubberBelt OutfeedConveyor,-.VIC. DIY1285245. 0411 317 362. $35,000

SAVAGESAVAGEBROSGASFIREDMIXER SavageBros StainlessSteelGasFiredIngredientsMixingandCooking Unit,TwinCopperApprox50LitreCookingPots, RetractableMixingHead,SteelFramedMobileTreadle HydraulicPotStorageStand,Swing Away Attendants Table,Controlto415V3PhaseElectricMotorandSwitch, -.VIC. DIY1285242. 0411 317 362. $49,000

CHURCHILLCHURCHILLSURFACEGRINDER ChurchillsurfacegrindingmachineManchesterEngland. Machineserialnumber:21988.Oilpumpmotor:1420.Wheel diameter:7.Wheelspindlespeed.RPM:2450.Wheelheadmotor. RPM:1420,21988.NSW. DIY1271356. 0413 168 886.

$3,800Surfacegrindingmachine

MAGLONUTOILROASTER StainlessSteelMotorisedGas FiredNutOilRoaster,ComprisingRawNutLoadHopper, CleatedRubberBeltElevatingConveyor,Vibratory

YAMATOYAMATO YamatoDataweighVolumeWeighing, FillingandSealingMachinewithStainlessSteel VibratoryInfeedHopper,SteelFramed Bucket Elevating LoadConveyor,VolumeWeighingHeadwithMetalcheck 9MetalDetector,BagSealingandFillingHead,Rubber BeltElevating Take-Out ConveyorwithMetalcheckMetal Detector,Controlto415V3PhaseElectricMotorand SwitchWholeMountedonHeavyDutySteelFramed StandwithLadderAccessandSafetyBarricades,-.VIC. DIY1285236. 0411 317 362. $18,900

HARD WORKING

With a full 8 year warranty as standard*

The Maxam Agrixtra range delivers minimal soil compaction, a comfortable ride and improved traction which surpasses all agricultural tyre expectations.

8-YEAR FARM TYRE WARRANTY

*Maxam farm tyres come with an 8-Year warranty against manufacturing defects. This offer includes a full tyre replacement warranty for the first 12 months and a pro-rata replacement warranty thereafter.

AGRIXTRA

AGRIXTRA

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