Farm Machinery Locator Farming Blog Archive

    Farmers Encouraged to Help Cut Country’s Carbon Footprint
    Posted On: January 3, 2018
    A report from the NFU has argued that agricultural businesses might be vital in helping reduce carbon emissions across the UK, in part as a result of the rise of more eco-friendly farm machinery options being made available. ...
    Posted On: August 1, 2016
    The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) has this week issued warnings about the growing problems posed by drone use in the UK and urged the government to enforce stricter controls to keep farmers, business owners and residents in rural areas free from privacy-infringing airborne machinery, according to FG Insight. ...
    Posted On: May 5, 2016
    Precision is important when it comes to planting and harvesting, but variances in machinery movement can lead to lower yields whilst also raising the likelihood of damage being done to fields by heavy equipment. ...
    Posted On: April 14, 2016
    Thanks to massive technological developments, generally you can walk into a supermarket and pick up any type of fruit or vegetable you like regardless of whether it's in season. ...
    Posted On: March 14, 2016
    €˜Brexit' is on everyone's lips, and rightly so as the decision will have a direct impact on our lives, businesses and the country as a whole. ...
    Posted On: July 20, 2015
    The first underground farm in London has started to grow herbs in what was once a WWII military bunker. ...
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    John Deere Gives 2027 6M Series Tractors New e19 Powershift Transmission
    Posted 12/06/2026
    John Deere has introduced key updates to its popular 17-model midsize 6M tractor series for 2027, starting with the new, intelligent e19 transmission available for most 6-cylinder 6M models up to the 6M 250. ...
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    Updated John Deere 8R Tractors Improve Efficiency, Comfort & Precision Ag
    Posted 10/06/2026
    John Deere recently announced the next generation of its 8R, 8RT, and 8RX tractors with updates to improve efficiency, ease of operation, cab comfort, and enhanced precision ag capabilities. ...
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    John Deere Refreshes 6R Tractors & Debuts New 665R & 685R Loaders
    Posted 09/06/2026
    John Deere improved its 6R Large and Xtra Large Frame tractors’ road performance, cabin, and precision farming features for 2027, and introduced the new 665R and 685R front loaders with greater visibility and easier coupling. ...
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    Scot Agri Showcases New JCB Machines At Royal Highland Show
    Posted 04/06/2026
    The new 335hp, all-wheel steer JCB Fastrac 6300 will take centre stage at this year’s Royal Highland Show. ...
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    Find Parts Easier Than Ever On FarmMachineryLocator.co.uk
    Posted 01/06/2026
    The new Parts For Sale page on FarmMachineryLocator.co.uk makes finding the ag equipment parts you need fast and easy. ...
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    Agco’s Valtra Produces 1000th CVT At Suolahti, Finland, Factory
    Posted 01/06/2026
    Agco announced that its Valtra brand has reached an important production milestone at its Suolahti, Finland, factory with the completion of the 1,000th AGCO continuously variable transmission (CVT). ...
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    Visit Farm Machinery Locator At The Royal Cornwall Show
    Posted 27/05/2026
    Show attendees are invited to stop by Stand 523 D3 to chat with us about our industry-leading platforms and solutions for buying and selling farm machinery. ...
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    12.5 Metres Of Efficiency: Krone Presents The New EasyCut B 1250 CV Fold Collect
    Posted 21/05/2026
    As the world's first three-point supported mower combination, this machine combines a working width of more than 12 m, an integrated conditioner and swath merging, offering maximum efficiency and a high level of user comfort. ...
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    30 Years Of Krone BiG M – The World's 1st Self-Propelled Mower Conditioner Is Celebrating A Special Anniversary
    Posted 20/05/2026
    The Krone BiG M self-propelled mower windrower has shaped the professional forage harvest sector for 30 years. ...
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    John Deere Expands 8R & 8RX Tractor Series With New High-Horsepower Models For Large-Scale Farming
    Posted 18/05/2026
    John Deere is adding three new high-horsepower tractor models to its 8R and 8RX series, with rated engine outputs of 440, 490, and 540 horsepower. ...
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