Category: Highlight

Artificial intelligence, all that glitters is not gold

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Furio Oldani The European Union defines artificial intelligence, in the acronym “Ai” or “Ia” depending on whether the terminology is Anglo-Saxon or Italian, “the ability of a machine to demonstrate human capabilities such as reasoning, learning, planning and creativity.” AI therefore allows systems to perceive the surrounding environments, to relate to them and to act to grasp specific objectives, solving any problems that may arise. The systems operating on the basis of Ai analysis are in practice capable of adapting their own behavior and therefore that of the hardware they…

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Intelligent automation, the era of automatons in agriculture

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Andrea Castelli The robotics sector is one of the pillars of the current technological evolution, thanks to its growing penetration in every socio-economic field. As proof of this, the data recently released by the International Federation of Robotics, the organization representing the global robotics industry, through the report “World Robotics 2024 Service Robots”. Dedicated to the analysis of the service robot segment, whose function is to replace or integrate human activity in the resolution of specific tasks, the report highlights how this technological segment is experiencing a particularly flourishing period…

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New highway code: crackdown. The new rules

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Last November, a draft law revising and updating the Highway Code came into effect, pending its complete rewrite within 12 months, which should result in the publication of a “Highway Code 2026.” These pages outline the new regulations that have the most impact on farmers and breeders, which also apply when driving agricultural machinery. In a democratic state, laws are neither inherently good nor bad but always reflect social or economic needs that the governing administration seeks to address within the framework of its electoral mandate and ideological positions. This…

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Vintage tractor quotes 2025: the tables

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The three valuations refer to the overall condition of the tractor. The first figure corresponds to a preserved tractor that has been out of use for years but is complete and functional, requiring only minor repairs. Minimal mechanical work is needed, along with replacement of tires or tracks. The electrical system needs restoration, and the bodywork must be complete, even if it requires repairs. The second valuation applies to tractors that have already been overhauled, are in full working order, but show their age. Tires must be at least 80%…

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Adr, super brakes for super trailers

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After the celebrations marking its first 70 years of activity, the Adr Group showcased its latest product lines at EIMA, focusing the attention of manufacturers and visitors on the “Alpha” suspensions, the new “Hp” series brakes, and the agricultural “410E” brake. The Adr Group’s stand at EIMA was impressive, serving to celebrate the first 70 years of the Italian multinational’s operations and demonstrate its ongoing efforts to meet the future needs of agricultural mechanization. Three notable innovations were presented, two related to the braking sector and one focused on suspension…

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Combine harvester and forage harvester market 2023/2024 season, return to the past

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Furio Oldani Tough times for large self-propelled harvesters, particularly combine harvesters. The surge in registrations driven by government incentives introduced to address the economic challenges of Covid19 has come to an end with the depletion of available funds, giving way to a sharp decline. According to FederUnacoma sources, the market has dropped from 407 machines sold in the previous season to 275, a figure also confirmed by investigations conducted by industry publications. This sector’s crisis is tangible and likely not solely tied to the cessation of financial aid. Analyzing registration…

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Eima 2024, the event of innovation

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Furio Oldani 346,800 attendees, 63,100 of whom came from over 150 countries, gathered in Bologna between November 6 and 10 to admire, touch, and, in many cases, purchase over 60,000 products, including machinery and components showcased by more than 1,750 exhibitors. These certified figures confirm that the Bologna exposition of agricultural mechanics is not only a global benchmark event but also a key moment to reflect on potential technological advancements in agricultural mechanization, regardless of market conditions. The latter, in this case, were and still are not particularly promising due…

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Kubota buys the start-up “Bloomfield Robotics”

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Through its US holding company, Kubota North America Corporation, the Kubota group has purchased the American start-up Bloomfield Robotics, specialized in the acquisition and processing of images using artificial intelligence software to determine optimal harvest times and provide forecasting services of surrender. The vision systems are not influenced by ambient light and acquisitions can also be carried out at high speed without penalizing the details of each plane and its geolocation. According to the company, the solution allows knowing the ripening data and harvest times of the various products, will…

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Kohler Energy changes name to “Rehlko”

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Kohler Company: A Global Leader in Diverse Industries. Kohler Company is a multinational corporation headquartered in the town of Kohler, Wisconsin, USA. It operates across a wide range of industrial and construction sectors through its various subsidiaries and dedicated enterprises. Among these is Kohler Energy, a subgroup specializing in solutions for energy generation, management, and storage, which includes the Engine division, renowned for its production of internal combustion engines. Last May, the American investment firm Platinum Equity acquired the entire Kohler Energy subgroup from Kohler Company to form an independent…

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John Deere “3350 Riso” model by Britains, a tribute to the past

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This model was born from the memory of the first tractor an ex-tractor operator from Siziano, near Pavia, set foot on, marking the beginning of a career that continues even decades later. “You never forget your first love,” says a popular adage, and like most sayings, it holds a grain of truth. This sentiment resonates in the story of a small John Deere “3350” rice field edition, commissioned by Walter Pettinari, a tractor operator from Siziano, to commemorate the machine that launched his career decades ago. Walter’s start was a…

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