January 1, 2024
Horsch Avatar 12.25 SD: One-pass sowing
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Two years ago, Horsch introduced a new generation of Avatar seeders. Here's an overview of the changes on this latest upgrade to the firm's no-till drill.
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Sönke Schulz
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September 22, 2023
Holmer Terra Dos 5 sugar beet harvester: Less weight. More features
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Developed from the well-established Terra Dos T4-40, the Holmer Terra Dos 5 has shed some weight and has a host of tweaks to help reduce operating costs. There are two core models in…
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August 25, 2023
Amazone Precea 12000-TCC precision planter: A central hopper for large-scale farming
DRIVING IMPRESSION: At the upcoming Agritechnica, Amazone will launch the first Precea model that suits large-scale fields. We operated the precision drill exclusively for our readers and discovered numerous innovations.
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August 25, 2023
Lyckegård Kvickfinn cultivator: Separating the weeds from the soil
DRIVING IMPRESSION: If you're wanting a mechanical option to control weeds, then the Swedish firm Lyckegård may have a solution for you with its Kvickfinn — a tool that loosens the soil with tines, before…
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July 1, 2023
Treffler TGA560 shallow cultivator: Chip ‘n’ chit specialist
PRACTICAL TES: Treffler is possibly best known for its precision pressure harrows, but since 2008 the Bavarian-based machinery maker has also been among the pioneers of ultra-shallow cultivators. Given the increasing interest in this type…
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June 15, 2023
Kuhn Maxima 3TDE precision planter: Maxima speed
DRIVING IMPRESSION: We've been using the six-row Maxima 3TDE to see how it performs over an extended period and discover whether it can really achieve consistent precision at speeds of up to 10km/hr. Read on…
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May 20, 2023
Amazone TopCut cultivator design concept: Driving Impression
DRIVING IMPRESSION: Amazone is currently trialling a new implement for effective ultra-shallow stubble management. We tucked the TopCut into rapeseed stubble in an exclusive first look.
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November 17, 2022
Tuning: Fendt 700 Vario Part 1
Looking over this very diverse selection of tips submitted by readers, one common factor soon emerges: the mainstream mid-range 700 tractors from Fendt lack two key items which are popular with owners — a spacious…
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January 11, 2022
AVR Ceres 440 potato planter: Top spec planter on the rear links
PRACTICAL TEST: With refinements that can include single-row drive, the linkage-mounted AVR Ceres 440 potato planter has a long list of advanced features. So, does this technically advanced model deliver in the field?
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August 2, 2021
Bednar Omega OO 6000L cultivator drill: Beginning or end?
DRIVING IMPRESSION: In Greek, Omega refers to the end, but for Bednar this could well prove to be the beginning. We check out the Czech machinery maker’s Omega OO 6000L trailed cultivator drill in some…
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July 28, 2020
Tips for pimping the Case IH Puma: The cat’s pyjamas
TUNING: Numerous owners have recognised the potential to improve their Pumas, both inside the cab and out. Read on for the tractor-pimping detail
