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Knife: Michele Valtorta’s artisanal creations

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In the title, the order that special agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, protagonist of the television series “NCIS”, gives to each of his new collaborators. The art of the knife by Michele Valtorta A rule also valid for farmers given that the knife is a useful tool for dealing with a thousand small problems. However, it must be of quality as for example the artisanal creations made by Michele Valtorta starting from steel billets for the blades and hard woods for the handles. Title: Never without a knife: Michele Valtorta’s artisanal…

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Oil Pakelo Geolube Utto: the specialist

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An acronym for “Universal Tractor Transmission Oil,” the term “UTTO” refers to fluids specifically designed to operate within onboard hydraulic systems. In this context, Pakelo’s “Geolube UTTO” oil, formulated entirely with synthetic base oils, stands out as a premium solution. Modern tractors integrate a wide range of technologies—from mechanics to hydraulics and electronics—creating a sophisticated system that enhances ease of operation, autonomy, and functional versatility. What was once a simple vehicle for towing agricultural equipment has evolved into a highly advanced multifunctional system designed to generate power. Within this system,…

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Five-litre 4 cylinder engines at the service of agriculture

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The four-cylinder, five-liter “Dx5” series units from Hyundai Infracore made their debut at Eima, and therefore in the agricultural mechanization segment. A new entry that reconfirms the growth trend in the power supplied by the 4-cylinder engines used in the tractor sector and which aligns the Korean company with the proposals already in place by Agco Power, Kubota and Volvo Penta One of the most intriguing developments in the engine sector at EIMA was the unveiling of Hyundai Infracore’s new four- and six-cylinder engines, covering a power range between 200…

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Kverneland Rotago F, quality power harrows for refining the soil

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The foldable rotary harrows “Rotago F” by Kverneland can operate independently for soil refinement or in combination with the “Cb-F” seed bars and the “f-drill” front-mounted tank Efficient Soil Preparation for Precision Seeding Soil refinement is essential for creating optimal conditions for seed drills. A well-leveled and uniform seedbed ensures precise seed placement in terms of depth and row spacing. There are two primary approaches to achieving this: passive mechanical tillage using trailed implements or rotary harrows, which provide a more intense clod-crushing action. While trailed equipment may struggle in…

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Yokohama Tws, performance and advanced solutions

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The brands Trelleborg Tires, Mitas, and Interfit all belong to the Yokohama Rubber Group, specifically under its division Yokohama Tws, which has been led by Global President Elio Bartoli since December 1st of last year. In this article, we feature an exclusive interview with him published by the Spanish magazine Agrotecnica. The Japanese group Yokohama Rubber is renowned in the automotive and motorcycle industries for its high-performance sports tires. However, its presence in heavy-duty transport and off-road tire sectors is equally significant, offering durable and robust tires for demanding applications.…

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AI in agriculture? Help, but it won’t solve the planet’s food shortage

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Furio Oldani Last month, thanks to the era of electronics and innovation “CES” in Las Vegas, there was a lot of talk about artificial intelligence, acronym “AI”. Of the possibilities it opens up for social development, but also of the dangers that can arise from its misuse. Macchine Trattori also talked about it, warning against confusing traditional algorithms with real artificial intelligence software. The future is the optimization of manufacturing work The boundary line between the two worlds is indeed thin, inherent in the so-called “self-learning”, the ability of AI…

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Kuhn Optimer, ideal cultivators for any soil cultivation

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Gone are the days when cereal farmers resorted to the practice of “debbio,” or stubble burning. This method was already documented in the first century B.C. by the Roman writer Publius Vergilius Maro, better known as Virgil, the author of the epic poem “Aeneid.” He attributed to debbio the ability to transfer “mysterious forces” to the soil and dissolve potential damage in plant tissues—concepts that, in a way, were correct since fire destroys fungal spores of pathogens. Stringent legislative limits Today, this practice is strictly regulated by law, with violations…

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From DeepSeek to ChatGPT: AI is transforming agriculture

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AI (Artificial Intelligence) is now the driving force that is transforming the global technological race, reshaping industries, including agriculture, with far-reaching economic and strategic impacts. Innovation in this field extends beyond research, redefining the landscape of technological leadership. A prime example is DeepSeek, the Chinese startup that has revolutionized the AI market. DeepSeek: The Open-Source Revolution Challenging AI Giants Founded by Liang Wenfeng, DeepSeek quickly gained global attention with its highly advanced and efficient AI model, released as open source. This strategic move disrupted the entire industry, challenging tech giants…

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Frans Timmermans and Green Lobby: EU Funds Used to Influence Public Opinion?

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Former European Commission Vice President Frans Timmermans is under fire for allegedly channeling substantial public funds to green lobbies, influencing public opinion in favor of the green transition in the energy and agricultural sectors. A reality that Macchine Trattori has been denouncing for years. Now back in his native Netherlands, Franciscus Cornelis Gerardus Maria Timmermans—Frans to friends—held the position of European Commission Vice President from November 2014 during the Juncker and Von der Leyen Commissions. From December 2019, he became European Commissioner for Climate and the Green Deal. According to…

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The tractor market is in a “perfect storm”

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Here is an analysis of the market advanced by Mario Danieli, Country Manager Italy of Argo Tractors, and released during a broader interview available on the website www.meccagri.it Mario Danieli has been working for years as country manager at the Argo Tractors group and therefore boasts sector experience that places him among the most qualified managers of the moment to analyze market trends. Regarding 2024, he believes that the final results were determined by what could be defined as a ‘perfect storm’, caused by both cyclical and structural factors. “Certainly”,…

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