For most of us who grew up on a farm, there is a favourite tractor model that holds some sentimental value. Maybe it was the first tractor you ever rode on with Grandpa or one the family had while you were a boy (or girl). For whatever the reason, that kind of sentiment has fuelled […] Read more
PHOTOS: Second life for a 2+2 tractor
A 6588 IH tractor gets an on-farm refurbishment
Track options
Can Am now offers two track modules for its ATVs and UTVs
For producers who want to expand the capabilities of their on-farm ATV or UTV, Can Am thinks it has the perfect solution: tracks. Not too long ago the brand introduced its “four season” Apache 360 and longer-track version the 360LT line of all-season track modules, which will work on its Outlander ATVs and Defender UTV. […] Read more
New paint, new power
There was a time when farmers were more than a little thrifty when it came to investing in their machinery. John Deere used to promote the fact its tractors could run on “inexpensive” distillate, rather than regular gasoline to prove to potential buyers their machines offered value. Take a look at the operators’ stations on […] Read more
PHOTOS: Grainews practical testing team heads to Minnesota
When ASV launched a new compact track loader model, Grainews put it through its paces at the company’s proving grounds
In late May, Grainews machinery editor Scott Garvey and online editor Greg Berg headed south to Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to attend the official launch of ASV’s newest compact track loader (CTL), the VT-70 High Output. Grand Rapids is home to the brand’s assembly plant and proving grounds. While they were there, the Grainews team also […] Read more
Introducing the new Nemesis tractor line
Will it be a Versatile or a Kubota? Probably both, actually
Where do we start talking about the new 175 to 210 horsepower tractor series just introduced by Versatile? Do we say these models expand Versatile’s full tractor line down into the mid-horsepower range, or do we first mention that that all indications are that these machines, dubbed the Nemesis Series, will also be available from your […] Read more
DIY testing
Over the past few years, we at Grainews have been conducting practical tests to provide our readers with insight into what some of the various machines commonly used on the farm really have to offer. And we’ve already covered a pretty wide variety of them. Of course we can’t just saunter into a dealership and […] Read more
PHOTOS: AGCO introduces the RB Series round baler
Lely-influenced round balers join the MF family in North America
European expatriates will certainly be familiar with the Lely brand of equipment. The brand has had a presence here in North America for several years as well, and long-time Canadian dairy operators will be well aware of their barn systems. But the brand has had a strong presence in the hay and forage sector overseas […] Read more
Two plus two equals more
At Grainews we value reader feedback, and we actively solicit it. Any we get related to our machinery content ultimately ends up on my desk. So I get a sense for what subscribers want to see in the Machinery and Shop section. And, of course, we try to accommodate that. Over the years I found […] Read more
Kinze introduces the 4700 planter
Narrow 20-inch row version debuts
In February Kinze introduced its 4700 planter, which is a newly designed model offering a narrow 20-inch row spacing. It uses a three-section frame capable of 15 degrees of up and down flexing to maintain ground contact. The 4700 uses the brand’s Blue Vintage display and Blue Drive electric drive system along with True Depth […] Read more
New cover crop seeder attachment
Unverferth introduces the One-Pass Cover Crop Seeder option
Unverferth Manufacturing used the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky, in February as the venue to introduce its new mounted One-Pass Cover Crop Seeder attachment. It can be fitted the brand’s new Rolling Harrow 1245 and 1245D models that have working widths up to 37 feet. The attachment allows for one-pass planting of cover crops, an agronomic practice […] Read more