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DLG / 18 October 2021
PotatoEurope 2022: The industry venue for the European potato sector
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) The next key venue for potato professionals in Europe is PotatoEurope, the outdoor trade fair for potato cultivation and machinery, held on September 7 and 8, 2022, at the estate Rittergut Bockerode in Springe-Mittelrode near Hanover Germany. The potato industry will be presenting a comprehensive range.. » read more
Claas / 18 October 2021
CLAAS brings a breath of fresh air to Agritechnica 2022
Press release / (Harsewinkel, D) Just under five months before the start of Agritechnica, CLAAS confirms its renewed attendance and announces initial details. The stand will move from Hall 13 to the EXPO Pavilions P32 to P35 and will feature a completely revamped trade show concept. After postponement of Agritechnica from.. » read more
DLG / 28 September 2021
Agritechnica partners Large Farm Management Conference (LFM) in Ukraine
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) his year, Agritechnica, the world’s largest trade fair for agricultural machinery, partnered again with the annual Large Farm Management Conference (LFM) held in Kyiv, Ukraine on 9 September 2021. In order to discover their machinery needs ahead of Agritechnica 2022, DLG’s Ukrainian Agritechnica team.. » read more
Claas / 28 September 2021
CLAAS in Russia takes another step on the road to success – Factory in Krasnodar is being expanded again
Press release / (Harsewinkel, D) CLAAS is once again investing in its factory in the Russian city of Krasnodar, which went into operation in 2005. The reason for this is the expansion of production capacity resulting from the positive increase in local sales figures for TUCANO combine harvesters.. » read more
DLG / 20 September 2021
DLG-Waldtage 2022 event on the horizon: Exciting program awaits visitors
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) The exhibitor registration phase for DLG-Waldtage 2022, the leading venue for forestry, has commenced. The organizer DLG (German Agricultural Society) has finalized the topics for the accompanying technical program of the open-air trade fair to be held in Lichtenau in Germany, from 9 to 11 September, 2022. “With the DLG Waldtage 2022.. » read more
DLG / 14 September 2021
In demand among farmers and contractors: Continued strong visitor interest in AGRITECHNICA 2022
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) Six months ahead of the trade fair, visitor interest in AGRITECHNICA 2022 continues to grow. Around 94 percent of visitors surveyed are considering visiting the world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery in Hanover, Germany. 58 percent are already.. » read more
Claas / 14 September 2021
New professional equipment features for JAGUAR 900 forage harvesters from CLAAS
Press release / (Harsewinkel) The forage harvesters of the JAGUAR 900 model series now benefit from a raft of new features associated with the feeder unit, the corncracker, and the silage additive dosing system. Further new developments are available for the ORBIS and PICK UP front attachments. Consistent crop flow and higher throughput.. » read more
Pöttinger / 03 September 2021
PÖTTINGER breaks the 400 million mark in its anniversary year
Press release / (Grieskirchen / A) Despite the enormous challenges presented by the pandemic, the Austrian family-owned company PÖTTINGER has written another chapter of success in its 150-year history: In the financial year 2020/2021, PÖTTINGER once again achieved the highest turnover in its history of EUR 405 million, exceeding the 400 million mark for the first time.. » read more
DLG / 03 September 2021
Successful conclusion to restarted Potato Days Turkey 2021
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) Last week 18 August – 20 August 2021 the second edition of DLG’s “Potato Days Turkey”, the only trade fair in Turkey dedicated to potato cultivation, successfully took place again as an in-person event with locally adapted hygiene concepts. Over 50 exhibitors at the eight-hectare outdoor event offered the 3,500.. » read more
DLG / 29 August 2021
AGRITECHNICA is international partner of the Large Farm Management Conference (LFM) in Ukraine
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) The world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery, Agritechnica, will once again be the international partner of the annual Large Farm Management Conference (LFM), which takes place on 9 September 2021 in Kiev, Ukraine. Attracting over 300 agribusiness decision-.. » read more
Claas / 23 August 2021
CLAAS launches TRION: a new benchmark for the medium combine harvester class
Press release / (Harsewinkel, D) With the launch of 20 new combine harvesters in the TRION model series, CLAAS is taking another step in its harvesting machinery model initiative which began in 2019. This means that the company has renewed almost its entire combine harvester range in the space of just two years. The state-of-the-art TRION.. » read more
Perstorp / 23 August 2021
Perstorp Potassium Formate: now an EU-registered fertilizer
Press release / (Malmö / S) Perstorp Potassium Formate (PoFO) is now registered as a fertilizer, fulfilling the requirements outlined in EC 2002/2003. With this EU registration Perstorp makes it easier for farmers to improve both crop quality and yields as there is no longer a need for local raw material registration when using PoFo based.. » read more
Claas / 07 August 2021
Big leap forward for CLAAS square balers
Press release / (Harsewinkel, D) CLAAS has re-engineered its QUADRANT square balers for increased output and maximum durability. Among other things, the new QUADRANT EVOLUTION now has a new HD pick-up. The CLAAS QUADRANT is Germany’s top-selling square baler. For the 2022 product year, the QUADRANT 5000 and QUADRANT 4200 series have been given a comprehensive technical upgrade along with the.. » read more
DLG / 07 August 2021
INTERFORST 2022: Valuable partner for rich knowledge transfer
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) “In challenging times, INTERFORST has two internationally renowned partners on its side in the form of KWF and DLG,” explains Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer, Deputy Chairman of the Board at Messe München. “With its comprehensive specialist background and scientific know-how, KWF will enrich the specialist program.. » read more
Pöttinger / 28 July 2021
Pöttinger: 150 years of the best working results
Press release / (Grieskirchen / A) In recognition of its extraordinary past and with an optimistic outlook to the future, Pöttinger is celebrating its 150-year success story this year. Since 1871, the Austrian agricultural machinery manufacturer has always looked for ways to make farming work easier and more efficient. The product range is constantly growing.. » read more
ERDE / 13 July 2021
ERDE Recycling fulfils voluntary commitment and collects over 50% of agricultural films
Press release / (Bad Homburg/D) Once more, the IK initiative ERDE (Crop Plastics Recycling Germany) was able to significantly increase its collection volumes in 2020. At 543 fixed collection points and 1936 mobile collections, a total of 26,910 tons of agricultural films were collected and recycled.. » read more
Pöttinger / 09 July 2021
The new JUMBO: Two steps ahead
Press release / (Grieskirchen / A) Pöttinger, the world market leader in loader wagons, has achieved great things with this flagship: The new JUMBO 7000 has been designed for maximum performance and the greatest efficiency. All the core components have been completely redesigned and engineered for tractors outputting up to 500 hp. The JUMBO comes with numerous patented.. » read more
WELTEC BIOPOWER / 09 July 2021
Northern Irish WELTEC Customer uses Biomethane as a Truck Fuel for Lidl
Press release / (Vechta/D) The biogas plant of the Northern Irish food logistics company McCulla Transport will go live producing biomethane in July 2021 following a plant expansion by WELTEC BIOPOWER and partner companies. At the site in Lisburn, 10 kilometres south of Belfast, 450 standard m³ of biogas will be processed into.. » read more
European Milk Board / 09 July 2021
Latest milk production cost study shows hefty expenses, but only low or no income for farmers across the EU
Press release / (Brussels/B) A succinct and highly-informative document has been made available to European milk producers today. The latest study entitled What is the cost of producing milk? presents the situation on EU dairy farms in the form of clear and reliable figures. In addition.. » read more
DLG / 09 July 2021
DLG and Association for Vertical Farming (AVF) to enter cooperation
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) The Association for Vertical Farming (AVF) and the DLG (German Agricultural Society) are planning to enter a strategic partnership to jointly promote the field of indoor and vertical farming, both in Germany and worldwide. To this end, joint platforms for knowledge exchange as well as an industry network will be created. Common projects will further foster.. » read more
RIGK / 06 May 2021
Nationwide collection of used perforated film starts in 2021 / ERDE expands service further
Press release / (Bad Homburg) The IK initiative ERDE (Erntekunststoffe Recycling Deutschland: www.erde-recycling.de) will begin collecting perforated films nationwide starting this year. The films used in particular for the cultivation of special crops like strawberries, lettuce or early potatoes can be returned.. » read more
DLG / 23 March 2021
DLG-Feldtage 2021 exhibition to be cancelled due to pandemic
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main) Due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the corona pandemic and the current lack of official approval to hold the event, the DLG-Feldtage exhibition scheduled for 2021 must be cancelled. The decision was made following in-depth discussions between the organizer DLG (German Agricultural Society).. » read more
RIGK / 23 March 2021
Nationwide collection of asparagus film starts in 2021
Press release / (Bad Homburg) The ERDE initiative (Erntekunststoffe Recycling Deutschland: www.erderecycling.de) is offering a nationwide service for the collection of used asparagus film starting this year’s asparagus season. After corresponding pilot projects were successful in two asparagus growing regions in 2020, the asparagus film.. » read more
Pöttinger / 22 February 2021
New Wear Parts for Stubble Cultivators
Press release / (Grieskirchen / A) DURASTAR Narrow Share: Deep Soil Loosening – In the equipment range for soil-protecting and full-depth tillage Pöttinger offers the new DURASTAR narrow share. It is available for the 3- and 4-gang TERRIA trailed stubble cultivators and the SYNKRO mounted stubble cultivator. The new tool is 40 mm wide. Its elongated shape takes over the function of the guide plate so that no separate guide plate.. » read more
European Milk Board / 20 January 2021
Cost coverage is the foundation of sustainable farming
Press release / (Berlin/D) What should the landscapes we live in, work on and enjoy look like in the future? How do we want to take care of the environment collectively, as a society? As EU citizens, we wish for healthy natural spaces rich in diversity, both in terms of flora and fauna. Hedges, field margins and scattered trees near and in fields and.. » read more
Julius Kuehn Institute / 12 August 2020
Heat and drought watch out. One-of-a-kind network launched in Berlin
Press release / (Berlin) Wheat crop losses due to heat and drought affect food availability and increase the costs for billions of consumers around the world. The Alliance for Wheat Adaptation to Heat and Drought AHEAD is an international network that hosts initiatives and projects dedicated to addressing scientific gaps and builds synergies.. » read more
Pöttinger / 12 August 2020
New: NOVADISC 732, 812, 902 mower combinations Lightweights with impressive strength
Press release / (Grieskirchen / A) NOVADISC mower combinations feature the very latest developments. These machines are packed with technical refinements and have an eye-catching appearance. Smooth running, strength, ground tracking and an extended service life are just some of the outstanding details. The NOVADISC 732, 812, 902 mower combinations are available with working widths of.. » read more
John Deere / 17 June 2020
John Deere brings high-capacity X-Series combines to Europe
Press release / (Mannheim / D) John Deere has added two new X-Series combine harvester models to its 2021 harvesting line-up to help large-scale farmers harvest more tonnes per hour and more hectares per day, specifically in tough, high yielding, wet conditions. The new X9 1000 and X9 1100 combines represent the next level of John Deere harvesting.. » read more
DLG / 17 June 2020
DLG and 2LM sign cooperation agreement to organize the new Konekilleri exhibition in Finland
Press release / (Frankfurt am Main / D) DLG (the Germany Agricultural Society) today announced that it has entered into a partnership with 2LM (2LM Corporate Oy), to jointly organise the exhibition Konekilleri, a new annual livestock technology exhibition located in Finland. The partnership will benefit.. » read more
John Deere / 07 June 2020
New compact tractors from John Deere
Press release / (Mannheim / D) John Deere has announced a number of updates to the company’s comprehensive compact tractor range for 2020, which includes 13 models in six Series from 25 to 66hp. The main change is prompted by the latest Stage V emissions regulations in Europe, which are designed to limit ultrafine particulate emissions in all engines above 25hp (19kW).. » read more