According to data released by the AEA, after a strong peak in March, the number of agricultural tractors being registered in the UK remained relatively high into April with 1,105 machines recorded during the month.

That was 12% more than in the same month last year and close to the seasonal average over the previous five years. This brought the total for the year to date to nearly 4,100, almost 800 (28%) more than in the opening four months of 2025.

Agricultural economist at the Association, Stephen Howarth explained, "Most of the machines registered during March and April are likely to have been ordered before the start of the conflict in the Middle East. Therefore, it remains to be seen whether the rising costs and increased uncertainty farmers are experiencing as a result of the war will have any impact on registrations as the year progresses."