Insights and Stories on Machinery & Shop

May. 7, 2021 at 7:28 pm CDT

By adding an integrated bale-wrapping unit, Agco’s Massey Ferguson division says its new RB 4160P Protec baler will allow a single operator to produce “hay in a day.” Combining the features found on Massey’s RB Series silage balers with the bale-wrapping unit, producers can harvest and ensile high-moisture forages in […]

By Staff

Nov. 20, 2020 at 2:24 pm CST

Post-secondary agriculture education in Ontario is diversifying to meet the labour and skill needs of the industry. Shorter, concentrated offerings are expected to help fill the need for more employees in agriculture. Why it matters: Agriculture education options for practical training have been limited, especially in the regions where potential […]

By Diana Martin

Nov. 19, 2020 at 4:17 pm CST

Agco’s Massey Ferguson arm has launched a “new family” of compact tractors for what it describes as the “budget-minded” user on farms, large properties and elsewhere. The 1800E and 2800E series will replace the 1700E and 2700E series and include five models ranging from 24 to 57.3 engine horsepower. The […]

By GFM Staff

Aug. 27, 2020 at 5:06 pm CDT

Fresh off the North American launch of its high-horsepower Ideal 10 combines, German ag equipment maker Fendt is now also bringing more horses to its tractor line. Fendt, owned by U.S. ag equipment firm Agco, said its 1100 Vario MT track tractors offer up “newly engineered features that elevate operator […]

By GFM Staff

Feb. 27, 2020 at 3:49 pm CST

Kubota Canada recently launched the new FastBale to its line-up of hay tools. The FastBale uses a pre-chamber and a main chamber arranged in series to create an industry first, dual density bale from a fixed chamber baler. “Kubota is pleased to introduce the FastBale in Canada and we believe […]

By Staff