Farm machinery

The latest farm machinery news and developments from the Irish Farmers Journal. Keep up to date with reports, reviews, prices and videos of new and vintage farm machinery, motors and more.

Machinery
Kildare dairy farmers fleet of machinery and equipment for auction this weekend
Peter Thomas Keaveney
Michael Doyle Auctioneers is set to host a clearance sale of tractors, machinery and dairy equipment for Mr Richard Kingston Barrowhouse, Athy Co Kildare.
Kildare dairy farmers fleet of machinery and equipment for auction this weekend
 
 
European tractor sales hit 10-year low in 2024
Machinery
European tractor sales hit 10-year low in 2024
Demand for European machinery is on the rise again
Machinery
Demand for European machinery is on the rise again
Bobcat launches new ‘V-Drive’ telehandlers
Machinery
Bobcat launches new ‘V-Drive’ telehandlers
Kverneland launches 0% finance on full range
Machinery
Kverneland launches 0% finance on full range
VIDEOS
FARM MACHINERY
The Erth Panbuster: proven design gets modern tweak
Peter Thomas Keaveney
The Erth Panbuster: proven design gets modern tweak
Peter Thomas Keaveney tries out a new four leg Erth Panbuster X, and speaks to a Kerry dairy farmer who has been using this method for alleviating soil compression for the past 20 years.
Kuhn disc drill future proofs Kildare tillage farm
Gary Abbott
Kuhn disc drill future proofs Kildare tillage farm
With the help of TAMS grant aid, Shane Beattie purchased a 3m Kuhn Espro disc drill to improve output, efficiency and help future proof spring and autumn sowing campaigns. Gary Abbott writes
The Antrim contractors on using their 16th Krone baler
Peter Thomas Keaveney
The Antrim contractors on using their 16th Krone baler
Now on their 16th Krone baler, Peter Thomas Keaveney caught up with Daniel Wilkinson to see how his most recent Krone Comprima CF 155 XC+ is performing after one season.
Bauma 2025: a look at the world’s largest construction show
Gary Abbott
Bauma 2025: a look at the world’s largest construction show
Bauma took place in Germany, last week where over 3,500 exhibitors showcased their wares to over 600,000 visitors. Gary Abbott attended the event.
CONTRACTING
SIP rake is the ‘Star’ of the show for Dublin contractor
Gary Abbott
SIP rake is the ‘Star’ of the show for Dublin contractor
Having almost doubled baler output when his first SIP twin rotor rake arrived, Gary Abbott caught up with farmer and contractor Pat Flynn to find out why he chose the Slovenian solution.
Is it time to rethink round bale pricing?
Contributor
Is it time to rethink round bale pricing?
Fergal O’Sullivan spoke with Irish contractors to understand why they believe the current payment system per bale is outdated and what needs to change so bale density is rewarded and not punished.
MOTORS
Toyota’s new Land Cruiser is desirable but expensive too
Michael Moroney
Toyota’s new Land Cruiser is desirable but expensive too
Toyota’s new Land Cruiser is here with lots of new features and creature comforts, but the price hike is very significant, making it costly, writes Michael Moroney.
VINTAGE
MF135 still a favourite 60 years later, 2024 registration results confirm
Michael Moroney
MF135 still a favourite 60 years later, 2024 registration results confirm
Some 60 years after its introduction to the market, the Massey Ferguson 135 is still one of the most-desirable tractors, according to the latest data on imported used-tractor registrations.
Honda Launches First-Ever 0% Finance Deal on Lawn and Garden Range SPONSORED
Honda Launches First-Ever 0% Finance Deal on Lawn and Garden Range
With the return of warmer days and the fresh scent of cut grass in the air, homeowners across the country are turning their attention to lawn care.
Calf Rearing Success with GAIN Easi-BeefSPONSORED
Calf Rearing Success with GAIN Easi-Beef
Laois farmer Jarlaith Duggan calves 180 cows, with a focus on keeping heifer calves for herd replacements.
Using rumen-protected fat to support fertility and milk fat at turnoutSPONSORED
Using rumen-protected fat to support fertility and milk fat at turnout
Rumen-protected fats provide energy without acid to help stabilise rumen conditions while also supporting fertility and milk fat production.
Always check for underground pipelines before starting a digSPONSORED
Always check for underground pipelines before starting a dig
Whether you are a landowner, forestry operator, farmer or contractor, always check for underground pipelines before undertaking groundworks.
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