Invest in farm machinery after the new year to benefit from tax break
Farmers thinking of buying new machinery should wait until January 2013 and save themselves thousands of pounds in tax.
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Rebranded livestock event prepares for bumper two days
Extreme weather has columnist Tim on and off the sprayer
Packed agenda at West Midlands Potato Day in Shropshire
This year’s packed agenda at the West Midlands Potato Day will include practical in-the-field discussions on topics such as soil compaction, fertiliser application and the opportunity to see the one-pass George Moat Tillerstar on the land.
Queen's Award marks global success of iconic JCB loader
JCB has been honoured with a Queen’s Award marking the global success of its iconic backhoe loader – in the same week the company confirmed it had retained its crown as the World’s Number One manufacturer of the machine.
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Digital Editions MF tractor range extended with four new models
Massey Ferguson is extending its award-winning MF 7600 Series with the addition of four new, six cylinder, medium power tractors from 140hp to 175hp (max. power), which come with a wide choice of transmissions and specifications.
Showcase for machinery manufacturer
McConnel is showcasing the latest advances in verge mowing and hedgecutting technology at an exciting three-day Expo that will see more than 25 of its best-selling machines go on display.
March 3 date for Whitbourne hedging competition
Now in its 1oth year, Whitbourne Annual hedging competition will take place on Saturday, March 3 at the same venue as last year - Churchfield Orchard, Whitbourne, Worcestershire.
New Case IH dealer to hold open day
Pontesbury Tractors Limited, the new agricultural machinery dealership for Shropshire and Mid Wales holds its first open day on Friday, February 24 from noon until 8pm at the new depot at Unit 3 & 4, Malehurst, Minsterley near Shrewsbury.
Rea Valley Tractors ready for open day
Rea Valley Tractors (RVT) will be opening its doors on Tuesday, February 7 for its annual Spring Open Day which will be held at the Seven Acres site in Sundorne, Shrewsbury.
New tractor dealership opens in Shropshire
A new agricultural machinery dealership has opened in Shropshire.
Red diesel alert for farm tractor road gritters
Farmers using tractors to grit road should check the HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) website to see if they can use red diesel.
First competition finalist announced
We are delighted to announce the first finalist for our Farming for the Future Competition which is sponsored by Barclays.
Future for tenant farmers highlighted at Shropshire conference
The future of tenant farming will be highlighted in Shropshire on Thursday at a conference being organised by the NFU.
Smallholders face uncertain future
Smallholders face an uncertain future as councils look to save cash, and in Staffordshire where rents have always been high the problem now is over security of tenure.
John Deere updates new 8R Series tractors
Following the introduction in spring 2011 of the new 8R Series tractors from 260 to 360hp, designed to meet European Stage IIIB emissions regulations, John Deere has announced a number of significant updates to the range for 2012.
Entries invited for Farming for the Future competition
The Farmer/Barclays Farming for the Future competition has been launched – have you got what it takes to win?
Funding help to meet legislation on nitrates
Farmers in Cheshire can now receive funding to help meet Nitrate Vulnerable Zone legislation.
Top Productivity with the new MF7600 Series
Massey Ferguson's new MF7600 Series of tractors combines well proven, award winning technology with the latest fuel efficient engines, creating a unique and impressive tractor.