The new-look D-Max has helped take Isuzu to another level. We drive two popular models. When it comes to pickups, the Isuzu D-Max has long been a favourite among farmers. We had the opportunity to test drive the basic Utility model – and compare it with the more premium... Read more

A farming and contracting business has converted its new Fendt 728 tractor to run on tyres specially designed to work with central tyre inflation systems (CTIS). The latest generation of Michelin EvoBib agricultural tyres are the first on the market specifically designed to be used with CTIS – optimising... Read more

Profitable farming in a digital age is the topic for a new conference which will bring together farmers and technology expects. The Connected Farming Conference is being organised by Hutchinsons and AgriTech-E. The one-day event will take place from 10am to 3pm on 3 December at the KingsGate Conference... Read more

• Focus on innovation and knowledge • Profit at heart of successful farming • New sessions reflect range of topics Future-proofed farms will be a hot topic at this month’s CropTec Show which has been revamped to reflect with industry trends. Regular visitors will notice some significant changes at... Read more

More growers and livestock producers are diversifying as they strive to secure a more sustainable future for their farm business. Some 17% of farmers plan to start a diversification in the next five years – up from 15% in 2023. And 40% of producers already running a diversified enterprise... Read more

Following the busy harvest season, maintaining the reliability and functionality of farm vehicles remains a top priority for farmers as they prepare for the months ahead. From jump starters and hand tools to welders, battery chargers, and essential PPE, Jefferson Tools has everything you need to maintain and repair... Read more

Hedge-cutting rules are over the top and benefit no-one – not even birds, says Clodhopper One advantage of an early harvest is the ability to get the hedge cutter in place and trim the ditches and hedges. But new regulations applied from May 2024 mean it seems that 1... Read more

EXPERT VIEW The UK’s electricity infrastructure remains a stumbling block – and must be resolved, says John Wallis. Understanding available options will be key for farmers contemplating using land for wind or solar farms. Even landowners not considering this kind of scheme may have power generation infrastructure forced upon... Read more

Kuhn showcased its Multi-Leader XT plough range alongside the manufacturer’s cultivators and drills at last month’s Tillage Live event. Organised by the Agricultural Engineers Association, Tillage-Live is the UK’s largest cultivations event focusing on crop establishment. This year’s show took place on 18 September at Headley Hall, Tadcaster, North... Read more

A new trailer-mounted separator unit has been unveiled for contractors and multi-site farms looking to improve slurry quality before application. Manufactured by Vogelsang, the XSplit unit enables contractors to offer separation as an additional service to customers. Alternatively, it can be used on farm to separate slurry or digestate.... Read more