New MX Generation Brings Proven KRONE Technology to More Farms With the new MX generation, KRONE is introducing a loading and forage wagon that has been completely redesigned from the previous model. The new MX uses KRONE OptiGrass system to deliver high-quality forage in a lighter, easier-to-pull machine. The result is a versatile wagon that is well suited to Irish dairy, beef and mixed farms where high-quality silage is a priority. It is well suited to hilly ground, smaller

The latest Bomford Turner hedgecutters will be put through their paces at a dedicated Demo Day in Caherkirky, Clonakilty, on Thursday, October 8th, giving farmers and contractors the opportunity to see the equipment in action. Organised by IAM Agricultural Machinery in conjunction with local Cork machinery dealer Lynch & McCarthy, the event will run from 10:30am to 3pm and will feature live demonstrations from a range of Bomford Turner hedgecutters, operating in real field co

Sheep Farmer Edward Earle, Co. Wexford Edward Earle farms alongside his parents, John and Margaret, and his younger sister Gillian. The family run 300 ewes across 80 acres, with a split flock of 30 pedigree Texels that lamb in January, and a mid-season commercial flock that lamb from the 10th of March. Enzootic Abortion of Ewes (EAE) is a concern for many sheep farmers, and for Edward, discovering it had entered his flock back in 2016 was a worry. ‘’We had a number of stillbo

KRONE has completed its sixth-generation BiG Pack large square baler lineup with the launch of the new BiG Pack Plus and the redesigned BiG Pack Pro. The Plus model is aimed at operators seeking reliable, cost-effective baling, while the Pro is built for high-output professional users who require maximum performance, comfort and flexibility. One platform, two distinct performance profiles With its sixth BiG Pack generation, KRONE is consistently focusing on standardised comp

Large tractor technology in a compact format: versatile four-cylinder engines with up to 180 hp. Harsewinkel/Le Mans, 28 August 2026. With the new ARION 5 CMATIC, CLAAS is making a strong statement in the four-cylinder tractor segment with maximum outputs ranging from 145 to 180 hp. In addition to their continuously variable, power-split CMATIC transmission, the three models are characterised by the highest levels of driving and operator comfort, future-proof digital machine

New SYNKRO cultivators from Pöttinger, Universal cultivators packed with impressive new features A multitude of new and proven features as well as numerous customisation options make the new SYNKRO stubble cultivator a true all-rounder in conservation tillage. The linkage-mounted, 2-gang (rigid, with a working width of 2.5 m or 3 m) and 3-gang (rigid or folding, 3 m to 5 m) SYNKRO universal cultivators are excellent at stubble cultivation, primary tillage in autumn, seedbed p

Kubota is set to expand its implement offering in Ireland with the introduction of its DS twin-disc fertiliser spreader range, with two models making their Irish debut at this year’s National Ploughing Championships. The Kubota DSC 700 and DSM 1100 will be the first two models from the range to go on display in Ireland, with both hydraulically controlled machines set to feature on the Kubota stand. The introduction of the DS range will broaden the choice of Kubota implements

Kverneland Group Ireland, an official sponsor of this year’s National Ploughing Championships, will launch two new grass machines onto the Irish market as part of a broad display of Kverneland, McConnel and SILOKING machinery. Kverneland Group Ireland will use this year’s National Ploughing Championships to launch two new additions to its grass machinery range onto the Irish market. The new Kverneland Tactus twin-rotor rake and Tersus 4000 flail chopper will make their Irish

Sophie Tyner with her flock of sheep in Shillelagh, county Wicklow Sophie Tyner runs a mixed farming enterprise comprising of sheep, tillage, sucklers, and dairy beef, in partnership with her parents Colin and Janet, just outside the village of Shillelagh, county Wicklow. “Twenty years ago, my parents had a sizeable flock lambing between 600 and 700 ewes every March,” she said. “I’ve always had a strong interest in sheep, and that led me to buy 50 in-lamb ewes in January 2024