Landini Rex 4 vineyard tractor series debuts in NZ
The Landini Rex 4 Series, recently released in New Zealand, is designed with vineyards in mind.
Engine maker Deutz is realising increasing growth in new orders and revenue in the first six months of 2025.
For the period, new orders increased by 30.7% to €1.034 billion and revenue climbing by 15.0% to €1.007 billion, giving an EBIT margin of 4.7%.
The company claims the integration of new lines of business and a rigorous cost-cutting programme is enhancing its long-term competitiveness.
Along the way, acquisitions include gen-set manufacturer Blue Star Power Systems and the integration of selected Daimler Truck engines from Rolls-Royce.
Deutz is predicting that for the full year, there will be a modest general recovery, delivering a total revenue of between €2.1 and €2.3 billion.
A Palmerston North shearer has been sentenced to six months' community detention and 12 months' supervision after being found to have physically abused three lambs while shearing them.
Power Farming has launched a joint venture in Southland.
Food rescue charity Meet the Need has released its 2025/26 Impact Report, revealing a record year of growth alongside a stark warning: demand for food support across New Zealand is rising faster than supply can keep up.
As we move into the second half of 2026, the Tractor and Machinery Association (TAMA) reports that Year-to-Date figures ending June 30 saw new tractor deliveries hitting 1,386 units or 10.7% ahead of the same period in 2025.
The avocado sector is entering the new season with a larger crop and positive market opportunities.
New Zealand growers have always adapted to changing conditions, but one challenge is steadily gaining ground across the horticulture sector: resistance.
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