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John Deere Enters 6,000-Litre Class With New 560R Self-Propelled Sprayer

John Deere has updated its 500R self-propelled sprayer series for model year 2027 with the introduction of the new flagship 560R, which boasts a 6,000-litre spray tank.

John Deere Gives 2027 6M Series Tractors New e19 Powershift Transmission

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.

Updated John Deere 8R Tractors Improve Efficiency, Comfort & Precision Ag

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.

John Deere Refreshes 6R Tractors & Debuts New 665R & 685R Loaders

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.

JCB High Productivity Arable Machines At The Cereals Event

JCB will showcase the new 335hp Fastrac 6300 at Cereals this month – with the tractor starring alongside the company’s most productive materials handling machines for efficient grain, bulk fertiliser and bale handling.

Scot Agri Showcases New JCB Machines At Royal Highland Show

The new 335hp, all-wheel steer JCB Fastrac 6300 will take centre stage at this year’s Royal Highland Show.

Find Parts Easier Than Ever On FarmMachineryLocator.co.uk

The new Parts For Sale page on FarmMachineryLocator.co.uk makes finding the ag equipment parts you need fast and easy.

Agco’s Valtra Produces 1000th CVT At Suolahti, Finland, Factory

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).

Visit Farm Machinery Locator At The Royal Cornwall Show

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.

12.5 Metres Of Efficiency: Krone Presents The New EasyCut B 1250 CV Fold Collect

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.

30 Years Of Krone BiG M – The World's 1st Self-Propelled Mower Conditioner Is Celebrating A Special Anniversary

The Krone BiG M self-propelled mower windrower has shaped the professional forage harvest sector for 30 years.

John Deere Expands 8R & 8RX Tractor Series With New High-Horsepower Models For Large-Scale Farming

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.

New Holland T7 Standard Wheelbase Wins Prestigious Red Dot Design Award

This award recognises the brand’s renewed design language, innovation, and focus on operator-centric solutions.

Case IH Puma Tractor Earns Red Dot Product Design Award

Case IH is once again recognised on the international design stage, with the new Puma series tractor earning a Red Dot Product Design Award, one of the world’s most respected seals of quality for outstanding design.

JCB Fastrac 6300 Makes Public Working Debut At ScotGrass 2026

The new JCB Fastrac 6300 will make its public working debut at ScotGrass in May alongside the new TM110 telescopic wheel loader and more.

New Comfort Features, Greater Automation & Further Optimisation Of Operating Costs For Claas Xerion 12 Large Tractors

Claas is enhancing driver comfort and reducing driver workload on the Xerion 12 large tractors with a range of technical innovations.

New Holland Academy By IEFP Addresses The Shortage Of Agricultural Mechanisation Technicians

The New Holland Academy by IEFP has officially started in Évora, with a first intake of 14 trainees and a training program combining 500 hours of theoretical and practical instruction with 210 hours of on-the-job training.

500R Sprayer To Make Cereals Debut As John Deere Plans New Product Showcase

The self-propelled machine was unveiled in 2025 and will be travelling to Diddly Squat in June to take part in Sprays and Sprayers Arena demonstrations, as well as lining up alongside the 300M and R975i on the stand.

Fendt Momentum Precision Planter Wins 1st Place In The Republic Of Moldova For The Second Time

Fendt’s Momentum 16 planter won first place at the 47th biannual Moldagrotech agri tech fair in Moldova.

Valtra Tractors Ranked Best At Holding Their Value In Europe

In a recent study by the respected Koneviesti publication, Valtra tractors were found to have the best overall resale value of all brands examined.

John Deere Next-Gen 8-Series Tractors Have More Power, Advanced Tech

John Deere recently unveiled its new 8-Series tractors, featuring six new models with higher horsepower options, improved manoeuvrability, and precision ag technology for greater efficiency and versatility.

New Holland Showcases R4 Autonomous Robot At GOFAR Field Day France

The innovative R4 takes center stage at one of Europe’s leading agricultural robotics events, reinforcing New Holland’s commitment to advanced automation for specialty crops.

2026 Farms Shows Across The UK & Ireland

At many events, you’ll find representatives from Farm Machinery Locator and Farm & Plant, the UK and Ireland’s respective go-to resources for buying and selling new and used agricultural equipment, attachments, and more.

New Case IH Corn Headers Boost Feeding, Throughput & Work Rate

The new Case IH C500 corn header series delivers greater capacity, reduced component stress, and faster stalk decomposition.

Case IH’s New Farmall M Series Tractors Are Built For Power & Versatility

The new Case IH Farmall M Series, designed for power and versatility, has a 4-cylinder, 3.6-litre Stage V engine, a 5,200-kilogram rear hitch lift capacity, advanced technology, and three model options.

New Holland Showcases Next-Generation T7 At LAMMA 2026

New Holland will present a refreshed and highly advanced machinery lineup at LAMMA 2026, with the new T7 Standard Wheelbase tractor headlining the stand.

Irrigation & Slurry Kit Highlights From Bauer At LAMMA

A new Rainmaster clean water reel irrigator and new features for slurry tankers will be among the highlights of Bauer’s stand in Hall 7 at LAMMA in January.

New Holland Introduces Centralised Tyre Inflation & 60-KM/H Travel In New T7 XD Tractors

New Holland introduces several new features in its new 265- to 320-kilowatt T7 XD range of tractors, including a centralised tyre inflation system and travel speeds of up to 60 km/h.

Case IH Debuts RB6 Series Round Balers & Upgrades For 2026 Large Square Balers

Case IH recently launched the RB6 series of variable-chamber round balers (including the RB456 and RB466) and introduced updates for its LB436 HD and LB4 XL series large square balers for the 2026 model year.

John Deere Introduces New 5EN Tractor Series: Compact Power For Specialty Farming

John Deere’s new 5EN Tractor Series is designed to meet the evolving needs of European farmers working in vineyards, orchards, greenhouses, and traditional village settings.

2026 New Holland T5 Electro Command Tractors Get Standard 8-Speed Automatic Shifting

New Holland says its IntelliShift automation technology gives customers better fuel efficiency and smooth performance in the field and on the road.

Newark Hosts 10,000 Vintage Tractor & Heritage Machinery Enthusiasts

The two-day event once again proved why it remains one of the highlights of the vintage calendar, with visitors travelling from across the UK.

All-New Case IH Puma Series Tractor: Improved Manoeuvrability & Elevated Operator Experience

Available with 155, 165, or 185 horsepower, Case IH’s new Puma-series tractors have 750-hour service intervals and come loaded with precision ag tech.

Case IH Debuts Patriot 50 Series Sprayer Designed To Tackle Varied Terrain With Precision, Durability & Comfort

The newest Case IH sprayer boasts an advanced suspension and drive system for improved mobility and features integrated spray application capabilities and precision technology.

New Holland T4.120F Auto Command: Pick Of The Crop In The Premium Specialty Segment

New Holland’s new T4.120F Auto Command—one of the smartest tractors in its class—has the industry’s first CVT with 50 km/h Eco mode.

Showstopping Il Trattore Concept Tractor Celebrates Style That Underpins Substance Of New Holland’s Italian Heritage

Inspired by the original Fiat 702, New Holland’s Il Trattore (“The Tractor”) styling concept will be spotlighted on the manufacturer’s stand at Agritechnica.

New Holland Hybrid Prototype Telehandler Offers Practical, Sustainable Power For Materials Handling

New Holland’s innovative hybrid propulsion system uses both electric drive and compressed natural gas to minimise emissions and maximise autonomy.

New JCB Loadall 546-70 & 555-70 Telehandlers Offer Greater Lift Capacity

JCB’s Loadall 546-70 and 555-70 telehandlers offer a 7-metre lift height and greater lift capacity, tear-out force, and break-out force to farmers and contractors, plus Sway Control, IntelliAssist, and IntelliWeigh options.

Case IH Announces New Steiger 785 Quadtrac With More Horsepower & Precision Ag Technology

The new Steiger 785 Quadtrac, the highest-horsepower Case IH tractor, has a 10% increase in power, a 42 km/h transport speed, and a 1,970-litre fuel tank, allowing it to move quickly between fields and stay on task longer.

New Holland Introduces New Roll-Belt Variable-Chamber Balers

New Holland recently introduced two new Roll-Belt Plus variable-chamber balers with technology and component upgrades to boost efficiency and durability.

New Holland Announces W170D+ Forage Power Wheel Loader For Silage & Biomass Work

New Holland says its new W170D+ Forage Power wheel loader, which is optimised for silage work in biomass plants, will debut at the Agritechnica 2025 show from 9 to 15 November in Hanover, Germany.

New Holland To Debut Next-Gen T5S Tractors At Sommet de l’Élevage

The next-generation New Holland T5S mid-size tractor lineup for 2026 includes a new 110-horsepower configuration, new SuperSteer front axle, intelligent technologies, and improved handling and manoeuvrability.

Tickets & Entries Open For The Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show 2025

The much-loved Newark Vintage Tractor & Heritage Show will return to Newark Showground in November with one of its most diverse and historically rich programmes to date.

Wilsons Auctions Unveils Extensive Machinery Auction from Bord na Móna

Wilsons Auctions, Ireland’s largest independent auction company, is set to host a dedicated Tractor, Machinery, Engineering & Tyres Auction on behalf of Bord na Mòna (BnM) this August.

Innovative Design Takes Quadtrac 715 To Twin Red Dot Award Win

The range-topping Case IH Quadtrac 715 was recognised in two Red Dot Award categories, bringing its international awards total to seven since its launch in 2023.

Steyr Terrus CVT Tractors Gain More Features

Steyr has updated its Terrus CVT tractor range with new tech packages and expanded joystick linkage controls to boost convenience for owners and operators.

Case IH Optum Tractors Now Available With Enhanced Control & Tailored Tech Packages

Case IH Optum tractors can now be ordered with new technology packages designed to help customers easily match specification to their key requirements, upgraded joystick controls, and more.

New Choice Of Steyr Plus Models With Added Features

Steyr announces new transmission options and a new, optional Steyr loader for its three largest Plus tractors, introduced last year.

More Power, Enhanced Features & Simplified Technology For Case IH Magnum Tractors

The Case IH Magnum model lineup gets three new tractors ranging from 390 to 435 horsepower, with new FieldOps tech, CVT or powershift transmission options, and Rowtrac availability.

John Deere To Show World’s Largest Production Tractor At Cereals 2025

The world’s largest production tractor and a whole host of new spraying technology will be key draws to John Deere’s stand at Cereals 2025, demonstrating the innovations available to farmers now and in the future.