Category: Highlight

Tractor market, slow growth confirmed

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mercato trattori crescita lenta

The slow growth in tractor registrations, already evident in the first three months of the year, is confirmed. These figures are not cause for celebration, yet if they hold steady, they could push the market past the psychological threshold of 18,000 registrations per year. Current forecasts point to 17,700 A well-known saying goes that those who live hoping for good fortune risk an undignified end—unlike those who embrace the maxim that heaven helps those who help themselves. Both proverbs are highly relevant to the current market situation in the tractor…

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Italy’s hunting bill: a mix of pros, cons, and vested interests

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ddl caccia

It is necessary to update the regulations governing hunting that have been in place since 1992. However, the hunting bill approved by the Senate changes very little, introducing only one new figure: the farmer-hunter. This is both a political and a practical mistake Analyzing Bill No. 779, approved by the Senate on first reading on June 23, 2026, and now under examination by the Chamber of Deputies, it becomes clear that we are dealing with legislation on hunting activities that is heavily influenced by vested interests. It is worth recalling…

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The Mazzotti company is heading for liquidation

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mazzotti

The long history of Mazzotti of Ravenna, a historic excellence of Italian agricultural machinery with over 70 years of activity behind it, has inexorably reached its end The American multinational John Deere, which acquired the Via Dismano company in 2017, confirmed its irreversible intention to liquidate the company and initiate collective dismissal procedures for all 34 employees. In recent years, John Deere had already progressively integrated Mazzotti’s historic lines of self-propelled row-crop sprayers (such as the IBIS and MAF models) into its own standardized digital and production ecosystem. Once it…

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Gowan Remedier: small but mighty

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gowan remedier

To improve wine quality, it is necessary to combat the proliferation of Botrytis and the subsequent acid rot. Gowan Remedier from Gowan Italia – based on Trichoderma asperellum and Trichoderma gamsii – addresses this need Among the various solutions in the rapidly expanding biocontrol sector, Gowan Italia’s “Remedier” stands out. Formulated as a wettable powder, this biofungicide contains two different microorganisms—Trichoderma asperellum and Trichoderma gamsii—making it suitable for use in both sustainable crop protection programs and organic farming. Key advantages of “Remedier” include its excellent toxicological, environmental, and residue profiles,…

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Bkt MultiMax Mp 527: built for hard work

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Bkt MultiMax Mp 527

Strength, stability, and durability—these are, in short, the key features of Bkt’s MultiMax Mp 527 tires, specifically designed for telehandlers, backhoe loaders, and compact loaders used in agriculture The BKT agricultural tire lineup continues to expand; the brand has firmly established itself in the public eye as a premium manufacturer, thanks to a skillful blend of inherent product quality and broad-reaching communication that has made the Indian brand known well beyond its specific commercial sectors. This confirms that while manufacturing quality is certainly important, a manufacturer seeking to accelerate growth…

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Wine, more support and flexibility from the Eu

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vino

The 27 European Union member states have given final approval to the package of support measures for the Eu wine sector. The new rules include production control measures, increased financial coverage against climate risks, and the updating of the names of low-alcohol or non-alcoholic wines, introducing terms such as “alcohol-free” or “reduced alcohol content.” Further changes include the possibility for Member States to increase support for investments related to combating the effects of climate change up to 80 percent of eligible costs, and Ue funds can be used at the…

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Over 9 tonnes of illicit plant protection products seized

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prodotti fitosanitari illeciti

Carabinieri from the Parma Agri-food protection Unit have seized over 9 tons of illicit plant protection products and cited 40 administrative violations for irregularities found in the area Officers from the Parma-based Carabinieri Unit for Agri-food Protection have concluded a major inter-regional inspection operation. This initiative was part of a comprehensive series of checks conducted over the last six months to verify the proper management of plant protection products, with a particular focus on safeguarding consumer health. The operation was carried out as part of targeted inspections aligned with operational…

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Up and down

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up and down

Positive first quarter of 2026 for the Agco Group; less impressive for the Cnh Group The AGCO Group has started 2026 with strong momentum. The US multinational closed the first quarter of the current year with revenue of $2.343 billion, a 14.3% increase over the $2.050 billion recorded in the first three months of 2025. Net income also showed a positive trend, rising from $10.5 million last year to the current $55 million—a result driven largely by the commercial growth experienced by the Group’s brands in North American and European…

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Goodyear launches the world’s largest tire

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pneumatico più grande

The “LSW1400/30 R46” is the acronym for the latest ECE-certified agricultural tire from Goodyear Farm Tires, an organization within the Titan International group As its diameter suggests, this large tire—currently the world’s largest—is built using Goodyear’s “LSW” (Low Sidewall) technology, which minimizes sidewall height and maximizes the contact patch. This solution, combined with a “Custom Flo Grip” tread, creates a tire particularly suited to wet and muddy terrain, combining high traction with excellent ground flotation. Title: Goodyear launches the world’s largest tire Translation with Google

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Macchine Trattori July-August

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Discover the new issue of Macchine Trattori for July-August 2026! The July-August 2026 issue of Macchine Trattori opens with the latest news on agricultural mechanization. Cover Story – Macchine Trattori July-August The cover story for July–August focuses on Weidemann and the “T6025” compact handlers, which expand the German manufacturer’s range of telehandlers with the specific aim of meeting the material handling needs of farms with limited maneuvering space. Tractors The new issue features a preview of John Deere’s 2027 lineup. Specifically, it highlights upgrades designed to make the “T5/T6,” “S7,”…

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