The large fuel capacity — and consumption — on much of today’s farm equipment requires a new approach in order to keep those thirsty giants fed. To meet that need, several manufacturers have introduced the field fuel and service trailer concept. Along with a large-capacity fuel tank, each brand has tagged a variety of associated […] Read more
Field fuel and service trailers
Grainews compared features on the different fuel transporters out on display at Canada’s Farm Progress Show in Regina last summer
Classic Case tractor on display
Rare 1971 “Golden Demonstrator” model at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show
Anyone who ventured into the centre of Case IH’s display at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock, Ontario, in September was rewarded for their efforts with a real surprise. The company had chosen to display a few classic Case and International Harvester tractors surrounded by examples of it’s new equipment. And the most unique tractor […] Read more
New Western Canadian farm show
I’m not sure how many farm shows and machinery events I’ve been at in the last five years, certainly a lot. And they’ve been spread over a pretty wide geographic area, across North America and in Europe. There are also a few shows I haven’t been able to get to that are still on my […] Read more
PHOTOS: Vertical seeding with a Salford I-200
Seeding with a Salford I-200 mated with a 725 bushel, four-compartment, tow-between Salford seed cart.
John Deere S Series combines get updates for 2015
New concave design and other new features
As part of its revamped 2015 product line, John Deere has built several improvements into the threshing systems of its relatively young S Series line of combines. Some of those updates are aimed primarily at the small grains market, which should grab the attention of dealers and farmers here in Western Canada. And the company […] Read more
What’s in your storage shed
Last week I was one of the guest speakers at the Selkirk Grain Information Day just outside of Winnipeg. Manitoba’s provincial agriculture department puts this event on each January, and I’ve spoken there several times on machinery topics. Aside from imparting any wisdom—or reasonable facsimile thereof—to those who chose to show up and listen to […] Read more
New CR Class 10 combine debuts in Regina
New combines from NH offer improved features along with productivity and capacity increases
While visitors to Canada’s Farm Progress Show in Regina are used to seeing Prairie-based implement manufacturers debuting new equipment, the major brands don’t often use that show for major product launches. But this year, New Holland decided to unveil its new CR combines there. Allowing prairie farmers to be the first anywhere in the world […] Read more
Large inventory, lower values
Overheated new machinery sales in the past few years have generated a large stock of used equipment all across Canada and the U.S.
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), which represents all the major ag equipment brands, recently published a less than optimistic prediction for the used ag equipment market over the coming months. “While some sources are indicating record prices for used equipment due to the low amount of hours logged, in general, higher inventory of used […] Read more
End-of-season storage tips from AGCO
The “FARMS” acronym summarizes AGCO’s recommendations for winter equipment storage procedures
To help farmers ensure all the bases are covered when winterizing their equipment, AGCO recently introduced its “FARMS” concept, which includes five primary steps designed to protect equipment during storage and ensure it’s ready to go next spring. “Without taking time this fall to care for their tractors and other implements, farmers are risking a […] Read more
New features for the John Deere 1910 air cart
John Deere has announced its model 1910 air carts will be available in 10 different configurations for the 2015 model year, six tow-between and four tow-behind versions. Buyers get a choice of two or three compartment tanks ranging in capacity from 250 to 550 bushels. Under those tanks are hydraulically controlled meters, allowing for in-cab […] Read more
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