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While many operators prefer mower/conditioners, German manufacturer Claas suggests than many still want to achieve high daily outputs and knock grass down quickly.

Driven by increased global demand for self-propelled foragers in the 900hp to 1100hp sector, German harvesting specialist Krone has announced details of the new Big X 980 (979hp) and 1080 (1,074hp) models.

Kverneland has introduced a new 15.6m tedder aimed at high outputs, accuracy and operator comfort, incorporating a new ground-following system, with easy and simple operations.

A eureka moment in a pub led a Midlands, UK contractor to capitalise on his council mowing contract by devising a novel way of turning the clippings into saleable livestock feed.

The Nor'westers of North Canterbury can turn fresh grass destined for silage into hay within hours.

The Swedish manufacturer Quicke says its new range of Silocut shear grabs deliver a cleanly cut clamp face to reduce secondary fermentation, using less power, but can also split and cut wrapped silage bales, while retaining the film and net.

The latest release to an ever-expanding range at Hustler Equipment, based in Hastings, is the cleverly named Regener8r chain harrow.

Milking and technology specialist DeLaval has begun an 18,000m² rebuild at its Hamra Farm in Sweden.

Used by over 5,000 farms in New Zealand, FarmIQ is a map-based farm management software that keeps everyday information in one place.

Trimble and Claas have formed a strategic alliance to develop a “next-generation” precision farming system for Claas tractors, combines and forage harvesters.