As one of the leading suppliers of new and used farm machinery brands in the UK, AMTEC have a vast source of experience and knowledge which we regularly share via our blog.
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Elevate your farm's efficiency and profitability! Learn to evaluate machinery effectively. AMTEC Farm Machinery experts can simplify the process.
AMTEC
23rd Nov 2023
Read moreFarm machinery investment requires careful consideration and long-term planning if it is to yield success for your farm.
AMTEC
09th Nov 2023
Read moreOur dedicated machine sourcing solutions service can assist you in locating rare farm machinery like the Simba Cultipress, Simba X-press, Horsch Avatar, Horsch Pronto, & Vaderstad Topdown.
AMTEC
18th Jul 2023
Read moreWe offer machine sourcing solutions that enable us to facilitate the buying and selling of your agricultural machinery. Contact Amtec today to find out how we can help.
AMTEC
06th Jul 2023
Read moreExploring the fascinating journey of tractors and farm vehicles in agriculture, from their humble beginnings to the modern wonder they are today.
AMTEC
23rd May 2023
Read moreFarm presses are pulled by a tractor & consist of rollers that press down on the soil, breaking up clods and compacting the soil to create a uniform surface.
AMTEC
10th May 2023
Read moreCombination drills help farmers save time, reduce fuel consumption, and increase planting efficiency, by combining the cultivation and planting processes.
AMTEC
24th Mar 2023
Read moreFarm rolls are an important piece of farming machinery & a vital tool in any farmer’s tool set. Learn more about the importance of field rollers in agriculture.
AMTEC
23rd Feb 2023
Read moreFarm trailers are an important piece of farming machinery to farmers around the UK, and ensuring they are safe to use is vital to keep them functional.
AMTEC
23rd Jan 2023
Read moreIf you’re preparing a soil bed for seed distribution, a harrow is an absolute necessity.
AMTEC
14th Dec 2022
Read moreDirect drills may be a large up-front investment for farmers, but they can pay back dividends by improving crop yields and farm productivity. Read our article to learn more.
AMTEC
21st Nov 2022
Read moreThough the seed drill is prominent among farmers today, few know the length of its history. Find out everything there is to know about the history of the seed drill.
AMTEC
17th Nov 2022
Read moreThe deadlines for applications to the Farming Equipment and Technology Grant is the 31st October.
AMTEC
19th Oct 2022
Read moreWe explore the pros and cons of regenerative farming
AMTEC
22nd Mar 2022
Read moreImproved soil health plays an important role on your farm
AMTEC
15th Nov 2021
Read moreHelping you choose your financial options
AMTEC
03rd Aug 2021
Read moreWill direct drilling work for me?
AMTEC
19th Jul 2021
Read moreHow this age old tool can be part of your tillage plans.
AMTEC
19th Jul 2021
Read moreTwo of the greatest min-til cultivators compared
AMTEC
19th Jul 2021
Read moreShort discs are becomingever more popular, this is a comparison of two of the original and best.
AMTEC
19th Jul 2021
Read moreThe many benefits of rolling and why it should be done after drilling
AMTEC
16th Jul 2021
Read moreSince Ellis Machinery rebranded as AMTEC Smart Farming Solutions in June we have been often asked why?
AMTEC
07th Jul 2021
Read moreHow can you make it work for you?
AMTEC
07th Jul 2021
Read moreApplying seed and fertiliser with variable rate used to be an expensive and technical task. Now thanks to the new iSOYL app you can be set up in no time.
AMTEC
07th Jul 2021
Read moreDrones are becoming increasingly useful to farmers.
AMTEC
07th Jul 2021
Read moreFive steps to improving your grass yields and ultimately your profitability.
AMTEC
01st Jul 2021
Read moreSome proven methods to tackle blackgrass problems
AMTEC
01st Jul 2021
Read moreA tractor power take-off (PTO) and the power take-off drive shaft of a machine are very dangerous if used and not correctly gu
AMTEC
01st Jul 2021
Read moreHydraulic hoses are a vital part of agricultural machinery here are some hints and tips on how to help extend the life of your hoses and machinery.
AMTEC
01st Jul 2021
Read moreAgriculture is perhaps one of the world's most necessary and oldest trades and these are the five modern machines and systems that have led to the dramatic increase in farming efficiency
AMTEC
22nd Jun 2021
Read moreAs every arable farmer knows the art of seedbed preparation is a vital part of securing a healthy crop and high yield.
AMTEC
22nd Jun 2021
Read moreBefore you can achieve good ploughing it is essential that both the tractor and plough are properly prepared.
AMTEC
01st Jun 2021
Read moreFollowing the popularity of our original guide to ploughing, we have put together some more tips for setting up and using a plough, including some useful trouble-shooting for common ploughing
AMTEC
01st Jun 2021
Read moreCultivation methods have changed over time, here we review the different methods available to the modern farmer.
AMTEC
01st Jun 2021
Read moreIn recent times the stubble cultivator seems to have been overlooked in the plethora of cultivation options available to the modern day farmer. We decided to look into what we were missing.
AMTEC
01st Jun 2021
Read moreThese are some key checks to carry out when checking the operation of seed drill control boxes. These checks are very often the answer to many of the faults found on drills.
AMTEC
01st Jun 2021
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