Bkt’s AgrimaxFactor tires have been awarded the “Dlg Approved” quality mark by the renowned German Dlg Institute. This marks the second time that the organization has recognized a Bkt product Independent Agricultural Testing Centers: DLG & Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. In the agricultural sector, two independent testing institutions set the benchmark: the Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory in the United States and the DLG Test Center Technology & Farm Inputs in Germany. Both operate under the guidelines of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and serve as official testing…
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Weidemann 1190e & 1390e: beyond tradition
Since 2013, Weidemann has been leading the electrification of compact wheel loaders, continuously enhancing its lineup with increasingly high-performance models. Today, two variants are available: the Hoftrac 1190e and Hoftrac 1390e, both designed to outperform traditional models in terms of operational capabilities. The Pioneer of Electric Compact Wheel Loaders In November 2013, at the Agricultural Machinery Fair in Hanover, Weidemann astonished industry professionals by unveiling the first fully electric compact wheel loader for agricultural applications: the eHofTrac 1160. Just two years later, this prototype entered full-scale production, becoming available across…
Read MoreMechanical or chemical weeding? Each crop has its own technique
Integrated defense practices recommend alternating mechanical and chemical weeding, with values and limits for both choices Mechanical or chemical weeding In agriculture, each technical choice has its own values and limits, especially when it comes to protecting crops from parasitic attacks of plant origin. To combat the spontaneous flora that infest cultivated fields, there are many technical options available and the choices between the various solutions greatly depend on the type of crop, the season and any adverse phenomena such as, for example, resistance to some families of active substances.…
Read MoreFiat Grande Panda: the goal is in the name
With the launch of the Grande Panda, Fiat intends to reverse the negative commercial trend seen in 2024 across almost all the major countries where the brand is present, including Italy Although Fiat continues to be the leading brand within the Stellantis galaxy, it is currently facing a challenging period in commercial terms. Excluding Brazil, all the countries where the brand operates have seen significant sales declines, even up to 24%. This downward trend is largely due to a global offering that, until recently, was limited to 13 models, five…
Read MoreAgco expands transmission plant of Valtra in Suolahti: $38M investment
Agco Corporation, group in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision farming technology, announced today that the expansion of the Valtra transmission plant in Suolahti has been successfully completed on schedule. This major investment adds thousands of square meters of new production space, modernizing manufacturing processes and improving working conditions. Agco transmission plant and Agco Cvt The expansion enables the production of Agco’s new continuously variable transmissions (CVT). Currently, the facility manufactures gearboxes for Valtra’s N and T Series tractors and supplies transmissions for the South American…
Read More250,000 Claas mowers: success and innovation
The Bad Saulgau plant recently celebrated a significant milestone: the 250,000th Claas mower rolled off the production line, coinciding with the launch of a new generation of Claas front mowers featuring a new design and dual-drive transmission for roller models For decades, Claas has been a leading global supplier of innovative equipment for professional forage harvesting, driving technical progress in this segment with numerous innovations. The 250,000th Claas mower — a Disco 3200 FC — was recently completed at the Bad Saulgau plant, heralding the arrival of a new generation…
Read MoreBalanced and high-performance: Krone EasyCut R 450 mower bars
The rear-mounted Krone EasyCut R 450 mower bars offer a cutting width of 4.5 meters and ensure perfect ground contouring thanks to the telescopic ballast system and DuoGrip hydraulic suspension. Designed for optimal forage cutting in various field conditions, these mower bars combine precision cutting and exceptional stability to enhance productivity Precision cutting in any condition A clean and precise cut depends on several factors, including field irregularities, slopes, and weather conditions. The Krone EasyCut R 450 tackles these challenges with two key features: This combination ensures a smooth forage…
Read MoreCes 2025 Las Vegas: focus on innovation
From January 7th to 11th, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), an international trade fair for electronics, robotics, and mobility, was held in Las Vegas. Artificial intelligence software took center stage, now integrated even into the most basic household appliances and serving as the foundation for innovations in the agricultural sector. As expected, Ces 2025 in Las Vegas, held from January 7th to 11th, was literally dominated by artificial intelligence programs. This technology has even been introduced into the most basic household appliances, transforming them into reliable and efficient home robots…
Read MoreTractor market 2024: the top ten most registered in Italy
The “Bestseller Award” rankings photograph a ranking of 2024 tractors that shows the most registered vehicles of the past year. They are based on data from the Civil Motorization. Therefore derive from objective data, not being the result of evaluations imposed from above by more or less competent and reliable juries in their judgments. It is also specified that in the classes in which there are tractors with the same registered volumes, the same tractors are proposed in alphabetical order of brand. Tractor ranking 2024 – The tables The rules…
Read MoreFendt, tractors towards the future between electric and endothermic
Fabio Garavelli, Fendt sales director for Southern Europe, sees electric propulsion as an important branch of development for medium-low power tractors. However, in his opinion, these will not be able to completely replace traditional tractors “I am convinced that our electric tractors,” says Garavelli, “will be able to secure a good market share without replacing internal combustion propulsion. They will be a complementary solution with high technological standards, perfectly positioned within a range of tractors that have always been considered the top of the industry. Certainly, there will be agricultural…
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