Claydon has further expanded its UK distribution network with the appointment of agricultural dealer Oakes Bros. Ltd.

Richard Haines, managing director of Oakes Bros

The company will sell and support the full range of Opti-Till products in southern central England through its four depots, which are located at Micheldever (Hampshire), Coombe Bissett (Wiltshire), East Ilsley (Berkshire), and Horsham (West Sussex).

Richard Haines, managing director of Oakes Bros., said, “We are delighted to be taking on the Claydon Opti-Till range because it will help our customers to meet the challenges of farming at a time when controlling production costs is a priority and there is an increasing need to improve soil health. 

“Since we announced the addition of Claydon to our portfolio the response has been amazing, with both existing and potential Claydon customers calling us to find out more and book demonstrations. We are seeing interest from a wide range of farming businesses, from 300-acre mixed farms to 3000-acre arable estates, all of whom are looking to reduce establishment costs."

Rob Dunk, Claydon’s sales manager - UK and ROI, added, “This is an exciting development for Claydon as it represents a key milestone in our strategy of offering Claydon Opti-Till products to customers through a network of carefully selected, enthusiastic, professional dealers. Oakes Bros. have an excellent spread of depots, dedicated sales teams at each location and a strong focus on customer relationships, so this is an extremely positive development for existing and potential Claydon owners."