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VIDEO: Bourgault launches 7-plex air drills
Equipment, Machinery

VIDEO: Bourgault launches 7-plex air drills

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At an event in Phoenix, Arizona, Bourgault launched several new products and updates. Grainews was there. In this video, senior editor for machinery Scott Garvey takes a look at the centrepiece of the product launch, the new 7-Plex air drills now available in widths up to 100 feet.
spyder air drill
Equipment, Machinery

VIDEO: An up-close look at K-Hart’s Spyder drill

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K-Hart’s Spyder air drill is the latest instalment in our video series that looks at the types of seed opener designs and new seeding equipment introductions that were on display at the Ag in Motion farm show in July. Scott Ousdahl, CEO and sales manager of K-Hart industries, explains the features of its award-winning Spyder […] Read more
Close up of signature on side of Bourgault signature edition unit
Equipment, Machinery

Bourgault begins production on Signature Edition drills

Order book for special line said to be filling up quickly

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In January Bourgault announced it was going to do something special to commemorate its 50th anniversary. It is marking that milestone with a limited production run of special Signature Edition air cart and drill combinations. Painted in black with gold trim, the carts will also bear the signature of Gerry Bourgault, who was company president […] Read more
Saskatchewan-based SeedMaster is planning new product launches for the Ag in Motion show in July at Langham.
Equipment, Machinery

SeedMaster launching new equipment ahead of factory floor expansion

Manufacturer acquires more space at plant site east of Regina

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In late May seeding equipment manufacturer SeedMaster announced it had begun expansion of its Emerald Park manufacturing plant on the outskirts of Regina. The company has embarked on a $10 million expansion project by acquiring a five-acre lot and 6,000-square foot building adjacent to its existing plant. It plans to erect a second 6,000-square foot […] Read more
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Crops, Machinery

At Ag in Motion: Seeding equipment gets its closeup

Multiple manufacturers seize opportunity to compare offerings

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Ag in Motion’s 2023 edition continued to make equipment demonstrations a central part of its presentation to farmers. Not only can farmers kick the tires on a machine of interest — they can actually see how it performs compared to competitors. That definitely helps inspire confidence when making a buying decision. This year the show […] Read more
Horsch has introduced three new models to its Avatar SD air drill line, with working widths of 26, 29 and 32 feet.
Equipment, Machinery

Horsch adds to its Avatar SD drill line

Three new working widths available on single-disc drills

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In 2021, Horsch introduced the Universal Avatar 60M single-disc drill with a 60-foot, single-row toolbar. This past summer, the brand added to the Avatar SD line with the introduction of three smaller versions: the Avatar 8.25 SD, Avatar 9.25 SD and the Avatar 10.25 SD. These models are equipped with the same options as the […] Read more
John Deere is introducing an updated line of air drills designed for small grains growers.
Equipment, Machinery

New air drill from Deere

John Deere introduces P600 Precision Air Hoe Drill

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In May, John Deere announced it was introducing an updated line of “precision” air hoe drills, the P600 series, which is designed to appeal specifically to small grains growers. The drills will be available in four models, the P660, P670, P680 and P690, in working widths from 60 to 90 feet. The new drills use […] Read more
The new 24-foot-wide SeedMaster drill has all of the same features as a 100-foot-wide machine, except this one will fit in a proverbial pocket. Its sides fold up to make a compact 10-foot-wide unit that’s 12.5 feet in height — that makes for easier transport, it’s easier to fit through gates, if applicable, and it takes up much less room in the shed for winter storage.
Equipment, Machinery, News

SeedMaster’s new downsized model

The company says all of its good seeding features are now available in a smaller package

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If you have been impressed by the features and performance of the SeedMaster seeding system, but a 100-foot-wide unit is just way more drill than you need, the good news is the company has put all of those great seed placement features in a much smaller package. At the AgSmart farm show staged by Olds […] Read more

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