EXTENSIVE MACHINERY LINEUP AT CEREALS EVENT Power, productivity and performance
Millions of pounds’ worth of kit will be on display at this year's Cereals Event which takes place 14 & 15 June at Boothby Graffoe, Lincolnshire.
“Whether visitor's are on a budget or looking for the most high-end kit, there’s an array of equipment to suit all needs,” says event director Jon Day.
“For those looking to make the switch to precision farming practices, or who just want to find out what it’s all about, there is help at hand with new machines, GPS guidance systems and advice on how to maximise yields while controlling costs.”
A brief selection of the latest technology on offer at this year’s Cereals includes:
Tractors
John Deere’s new 400HP 8400R tractor, which has broken three world records for fuel efficiency and drawbar performance is set to make its first appearance at Cereals. It promises a 2% reduction in fuel consumption compared to the previous top of the range 8370R model. In addition to this, it boasts maximum drawbar performance – beating its nearest competitors by 23% - enabling wider implements to be used to increase productivity.
Cultivation Kit & Drills
A new HE-VA Combi-Lift Pre-Cultivator is set to be launched by Opico at this year’s event, which allows soil loosening at the same time as cultivating or drilling. Designed to subsoil down to 350mm, the Combi-Lift is a versatile machine, suited to a range of tasks, says James Woolway, Opico’s managing director. “The Combi-Lift can be lifted out of work when not needed, while operating the drill or cultivator,” he explains. “This means specific ground can be targeted, such as wheelings, poorly drained areas of the field or pockets of compaction.”
Sprayers
Profiling the most up-to-date innovations and application technology, Syngenta’s Sprays & Sprayers arena will feature again at this year’s event. The arena is set to put 50 of the latest sprayers to test - showing visitors what’s on the market to help them improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Among these, winner of ‘Sprayer of the Year’ at SIMA, is Berthoud’s new trailed sprayer - VANTAGE; suitable for farmers looking for both accuracy and speed. It draws the best features from across Berthoud’s range - including Dualmatic operation that reduces residual volumes by using shorter connecting pipes. With five models available, boom lengths range from 24m to 44m, all boasting good handling and stability thanks to their low centre of gravity and dynamic tank design.
Slurry equipment
Joskin will be debuting its Volumetra slurry tanker at this year’s event - recent winner of the ‘Machine of the Year 2017’ award. Despite a tank capacity of up to 26,000 litres, Volumetra is a compact tanker with a self-supporting structure, designed to minimise its total weight. It is designed specifically for volumetric pumps so it can be efficiently fitted with both spiral and lobe pumps, while limiting the overall dimensions; however, a vacuum pump can also be installed.4
Tyres
Environmental efficiency is becoming increasingly important with pressure on farms to reduce carbon outputs. Alongside choosing the right tractor, farmers can now opt for an eco-friendly tyre sealant which is proven to reduce both puncture costs and downtime.
“The new heavy duty range of sealants help to maintain the correct tyre pressure meaning fuel costs are reduced and tyres last longer,” says Alex Burnand, director at Air-Seal. “Above all, the product - which is capable of sealing punctures of up to 15mm - is extremely environmentally friendly, using Propylene as opposed to Ethylene Glycol, which is non-hazardous and doesn’t contain caustic or acidic materials.”
Other
Available in five reach sizes from 5.6m to 8m, McConnel will launch its new 75 Series Power Arms at this year’s event. Powered by a high-performance 70hp hydraulic system, this new heavy duty power arm series has been designed with professional contractors in mind.
For more information on what will be available to see at Cereals visit the event's website.
