Question 1

Which plough should I buy?

Accepted Answer

The first consideration when buying a plough should be the ground it will be working; for stony ground, consider an auto-reset machine to reduce stoppages. Soil type is also important, as it dictates which mouldboard type will work best. The horsepower of your tractor will determine the size of the plough you can pull. Additionally, there are options to make the plough easier to use, such as hydraulic vari-width and hydraulic front furrow adjustments. If you’re interested in top brands, consider exploring options from leading manufacturers like Lemken Ploughs, Kverneland Ploughs, and others known for quality and reliability. And if you’re still unsure, check out our used plough buying guide for further insights.

Question 2

Which seed drill should I buy?

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The drill you buy will depend on the type of tillage system that youprefer, and the soil type and conditions, amongst other factors that can change with the weather! Take advantage of expert knowledge by discussing your needs with our experts and we’re sure to source a great machine for you. Contact us today!

Question 3

What are the benefits of direct drilling?

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Direct drilling is very attractive to most farmers as it removes the need for multiple cultivation passes to create a seedbed. The main benefits of direct drilling are cost reduction due to the reduced groundwork and soil heath as there is less traffic and soil disturbance helping the soil to work organically as nature intended. Unfortunately, it doesn’t work for everyone; in some situations, the soil or conditions mean that more cultivation is needed to increase the germination of the crop.

Question 4

What is a shear bolt and is it important to get the right one?

Accepted Answer

To protect the legs of a cultivator or plough from damage, many machines will have shear bolts. These bolts pass through the leg and frame of the machine and are designed to snap when the legs come in contact with a rock or other unmoving object. The idea behind this is to save the frame and leg from bending, using an incorrect shear bolt and result in the bolt not shearing and expensive damage occurring to the machine.

Question 5

Which cultivator should I buy?

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There is a huge range of cultivators available, mostly cultivators are designed with a tillage system in mind. Starting from a minimum tillage system using machines like the straw rake, you can go to the other end of the spectrum to a heavy cultivator like the Sumo Trio. One of the most popular cultivators of recent times has been the short disc. Machines like the Simba X-press and the Vaderstad Carrier are an excellent all-round light cultivator which are equally adept straight onto stubble or breaking down ploughing.

Question 6

Why should I Plough?

Accepted Answer

Ploughing is a labour-intensive process, and it is tempting to ditch it in favour of much wider cultivation machinery, but ploughing is a very important part of the cultivation system. Ploughing does something that no other cultivator does; it completely inverts the soil burying the trash and weeds. Ploughing every few years and vastly improve control of stubborn weeds such as blackgrass.

Question 7

How do I store my drill?

Accepted Answer

To extend the life of your drill and to reduce damage how you store your drill after use is very important. There are 3 main actions to carry out:

Ensure the drill is thoroughly cleaned out, and all the seed (and fertiliser if it is a grain and fert drill) is removed, leaving seed in the hopper can not only damage the drill but also encourages rodent activity which can cause a lot of expensive damage to the metering system and the electrics.
The drill should be cleaned and oiled/greased this will help keep any water out of the bearings and moving parts which will prevent them from being seized next time you come to use it.
Keep the control box in a warm, dry place. The control box is one of the most important parts of the drill but is also one of the most delicate. Ensuring that it doesn’t get damp and is kept at a constant temperature means it’ll be working again next year.

Question 8

What is the best drill for wet weather?

Accepted Answer

Weather can be a real problem when drilling, particularly when the conditions are too wet. There is no definitive solution or perfect machine, but the best types of drill for these challenging conditions are mounted machines like a tine seeder or power harrow/drill combination. The tine seeder is effective due to the lightweight and open frame helping to cope with high trash and damp soil and also preventing it from sinking.

Question 9

Are Massey Ferguson tractors any good?

Accepted Answer

Massey Ferguson tractors are generally regarded as excellent tractors. They are robust and reliable and have even served the US military in the past.

Question 10

Are Massey Ferguson tractors made in the UK?

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Massey Ferguson tractors are manufactured in multiple locations worldwide. The company was established in the 1950s via a merger between two agricultural manufacturing companies: Massey-Harris of Canada and the Ferguson company, based in the UK.

Question 11

Where are Massey Ferguson tractors from?

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Massey Ferguson was first created in the 1950s via a merger between two agricultural manufacturing companies: Massey-Harris of Canada and the Ferguson company, based in the UK. Massey Ferguson tractors are now manufactured by AGCO, and are built all over the world.

Question 12

Who makes the Massey Ferguson tractor?

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The Massey Ferguson tractor is made by the AGCO corporation, a global manufacturer and distributor of agricultural machinery and equipment.

Question 13

Who makes the engine for the Massey Ferguson tractors?

Accepted Answer

Massey Ferguson tractors are fitted with Iseki engines. Iseki engines are available either as tractor-only, tractor-loader-backhoe, or tractor with loader.

Question 14

Does Ford still make a tractor?

Accepted Answer

Ford no longer makes tractors. In 1991, Ford sold its tractor division to Italian company Fiat. Fiat has since renamed Ford-identified tractors to “New Holland” tractors.

Question 15

Is Ford and New Holland the same tractor?

Accepted Answer

After Ford sold its tractor division to Fiat in 1991, the tractors were renamed by Fiat as “New Holland” tractors.

Question 16

Is a New Holland tractor a Ford?

Accepted Answer

New Holland is the name given to tractors manufactured by Fiat after Ford sold its tractor division to the Italian brand in 1991.

Question 17

Is New Holland and John Deere the same?

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No, New Holland and John Deere are different makes of tractors and agricultural machinery.

Question 18

When did Ford stop making tractor?

Accepted Answer

Ford sold its farm equipment and tractor division to Fiat in 1991.

Question 19

What is the difference between a forklift and a telehandler?

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The forks on a forklift can only lift loads up and down. Telehandlers, on the other hand, have booms which can be fitted with different attachments, and can lift loads forwards, backwards and side to side. Telehandlers can also move loads without moving their base, whereas forklifts must be driven forwards and backwards to move loads.

Question 20

How high can a telehandler lift?

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Telehandlers come in a variety of different specifications, each with different maximum lift heights. Typically, the maximum lift height will range between 4 meters and 20 meters.

Question 21

What is another name for a telehandler?

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A telehandler can also be referred to as a cherry picker, a reach fork truck, a lull, a teleporter or a telescopic forklift.

Question 22

Is a loadall a telehandler?

Accepted Answer

The JCB Loadall is a type of telehandler.

Question 23

Is it plow or plough?

Accepted Answer

It depends on where you are – plough is the preferred spelling of the word in forms of English found outside North America, whereas plow is the preferred spelling in the United States and Canada.

Question 24

What are the types of plough?

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Ploughs come in a multitude of different types. The main four types of ploughs are disc ploughs, mould-board ploughs, reversible mould-board ploughs and harrow ploughs.

Question 25

What are the uses of plough?

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A plough is an important agricultural tool, which is used to turn and break up soil providing nutrients to the surface, while burying crop residues and weeds below.

Question 26

What licence do I need to drive a John Deere Gator?

Accepted Answer

If the Gator’s ULW (unladen weight) is under 550 kgs, you’ll need either a category B1 licence, or a full category B car licence.

Question 27

How much can a JCB telehandler?

Accepted Answer

The maximum lift weight of a JCB telehandler will depend on the model. The JCB 540-200 Telehandler, for example, has a maximum lift capacity of 4000 kg.

Question 28

Who makes JCB telehandler?

Accepted Answer

The JCB telehandler is made by JCB, a British construction, demolition and agricultural machinery manufacturer.

Question 29

What is the largest JCB telehandler?

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The JCB 560-80 Agri has the highest maximum lift capacity of any JCB loadall at 6000 kg.

Question 30