Research activities by the Argo Tractors group continue tirelessly to enhance the automation standards of its specialist tractors.A digitization process that is about to be enriched with new and cutting-edge solutions, the latest of which has made the Landini “Rex4” specialist tractors nearly autonomous Automating an open-field tractor is now relatively easy. The market offers all the necessary components, including complete systems that can even be installed on older tractors. Since open-field tractors are typically medium to large in size, integrating the system onboard doesn’t present particular challenges. A standard…
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Wildlife from problem to resource
Wildlife management cannot be implemented on the basis of ideologies or sentimentality. It must be agreed with the agricultural world and, where possible, with the food supply chains. Either we take this path with courage and pragmatism or we will continue to chase the emergency, between damages, protests and buck-passing of responsibility Eugenio Demartini e Roberto Viganò In recent decades, interactions between the so-called “civil society” and wildlife have increased exponentially. The abandonment of mountain and hill areas has favored the reforestation of territories once used for agriculture, creating ideal…
Read MorePhytosanitary treatments, Gowan proposes “Mago”
To optimize the effectiveness of phytosanitary treatments, Gowan Italia proposes “Mago”, a multifunctional adjuvant that performs the triple function of surfactant/adhesive, anti-foam and anti-drift The success of a phytosanitary treatment depends on multiple factors. For example, spraying machines must be properly calibrated, choosing the most suitable nozzles and setting operating speeds and pressures that comply with the specific operating conditions. These can in fact vary based on the crop and the volume of the above-ground portions to be treated. The shape and possible downiness of the leaves may also require…
Read MoreFendt Rally celebrates 2,500th tractor sold in Trentino
The Fendt rally on Sunday 25 May was an unforgettable day for tractor lovers. As a national preview, the first fully electric Fendt tractor in Italy was delivered to the company Pegaso Srl. A strong signal that represents a milestone for the future of Italian agricultural mechanization Passion, Community Spirit, and Technical Excellence Came Together at the Third Fendt Gathering, celebrating a historic milestone: the delivery of the 2,500th Fendt tractor to the company Giacomelli Srl in the Trentino region. Hundreds of enthusiasts—the so-called Fendtisti—gathered to mark this memorable occasion.…
Read MoreCummins B7.2 unit: 340 horsepower
Cummins reintroduced its six-cylinder “X15” in Germany, but at Work Truck Week, the U.S. event dedicated to the road transport sector. It unveiled the new “B7.2” unit, showcased at its maximum output of 340 horsepower Developed to cover the widest possible range of applications within the medium-duty segment, the new Cummins “B7.2” will be introduced to the North American market starting in 2027 as a replacement for the current “B6.7” engines. The fundamental objective is to offer a high-performance yet environmentally friendly engine, as the unit is built on the…
Read MoreJohn Deere acquires aerial imaging solutions provider Sentera
With the acquisition of Sentera, John Deere expands its range of solutions aimed at improving the profitability, efficiency and sustainability of agricultural businesses John Deere announces the acquisition of Sentera, a leading provider of remote imaging solutions for agriculture based in St. Paul, Minnesota. This acquisition will expand the capabilities of John Deere’s existing technology offerings, providing farmers and ag service providers with a more comprehensive set of tools to generate and use data to support decisions that improve the profitability, efficiency and sustainability of their farms. A step closer…
Read MoreGoodyear Tires: over a century of experiences
Exactly 180 years ago, in 1844, Charles Goodyear filed the patent that allows for the vulcanization of natural rubber, making it elastic and durable. In 1898, the current Goodyear group was founded, whose division responsible for the production of agricultural tires has now merged with the Titan International group In the agricultural tire sector, the Goodyear tire brand is certainly one of the few that can boast centuries-old history and experience, having been born in 1898 and having started its first tire production the following year. In 1931, after having…
Read MoreFendt 620 Vario, from the Dlg PowerMix test excellent results in the field and on the road
The top model of the Fendt 600 Vario series, the Fendt 620 Vario, achieved top scores in the independent DLG PowerMix test with regard to performance, efficiency and fuel consumption in overall consumption, but also in the 14 individual test cycles The 4-cylinder Agco Power CORE50 engine in the Fendt 620 Vario achieves a maximum power of 149.9 kW / 205 hp at the PTO and a maximum torque of 885 Nm at just 1,200 rpm, according to measurements by the independent DLG test centre. With 245 g/kWh (+ 29.3…
Read MoreBcs, flail mowers for every eventuality
Originally established as a manufacturer of self-propelled mowers and two-wheel tractors, the Bcs Group has progressively expanded the functionality of these machines through the development of dedicated attachments. The Bcs flail mowers are available in the blade and knife versions The early success of BCS was built on its motor mowers, later followed by two-wheel tractors, which laid the foundation for what has now become an internationally recognized company operating in the forage and specialized agriculture sectors. Today, Bcs offers a range of tractors from 26 to 75 horsepower. However,…
Read MoreJcb Agri Tm110 telescopic loader: small but decisive
The range of Jcb branded “TeleMaster” telescopic loaders has recently been extended with the launch of the new Jcb Tm110 Agri model, a machine just over one and a half metres wide and therefore designed to tackle tasks that take place indoors or in narrow spaces Only 156 centimetres wide and 220 centimetres high, the new Jcb “Tm110 Agri” telescopic loader at first glance might seem like a machine designed to cope with secondary or part-time agricultural activities. In reality, all you have to do is access the controls to…
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