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Year 2016 Number 1

January

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Tractor market: peak of sales towards end of year

Registration data on agricultural machinery showed a sharp gain in the closing months of 2015 which made it possible to end the year with a small increase of 1.4% over 2014. Also combine harvesters showed signals of recovery whereas still on the decline were agricultural transporters. Decisive support came from European Union Rural Development Programs, RDP, and the wait is on for the effect of 2016 incentives planned by the government
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Trattori stretti in dirittura d'arrivo

Approval of a definitive text on emissions which would bring in the interests of the industries manufacturing specialist tractors is expected in February. It turns out that in the eyes of the European Union bodies the direct transition from Phase IIIB to Phase V is the most rational and sustainable solution
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The subcontracting, an european phenomenon

According to data provided by the "Guide to European subcontracting", produced by the Ceettar (European Confederation of agro-mechanical companies), there are 150,000 rural agricultural and forestry subcontractors operating within the EU, estimated to be employing over 600,000 people in the sector at the Community level
Theme

COP21 Paris, for a global agreement

The first great result of the 21st Paris Conference of Parties on climate change was the large participation of countries from all continents. All attendees agreed on the path to follow in order to save the Planet, although it still takes time and much effort by polititians to define the necessary measures aimed at gradually abandoning fossil fuels usage in favour of renewable sources and green economy
Reportage

EIMA Agrimach, a record edition

The fourth edition of the New Delhi review closed with a sharp increase in the number of visitors arriving with a public attendance of more than 40,000 to confirm the event as a key reference for India and the countries of Asia and the Far East. Italy and India will pursue their cooperation in 2016 with demonstrations staged in the regions of the subcontinent and the arrival of numerous Indian companies and delegates for the EIMA International coming up in Bologna in November as well as for the fifth edition of the great New Delhi exhibition scheduled for December 2017
Reportage

Mechanization for India, a political challenge

The fourth edition of the EIMA Agrimach international exposition was inaugurated by a great conference. For the occasion, Indian Minister for Agriculture Radha Mohan Singh and the heads of the organizing administrations of the event presented the goals of the country's agriculture policies and the exhibition's role for boosting the spread of innovation technologies here
Reportage

New Delhi, center of gravity of vast Asian market

Delegations from numerous countries came to the review dedicated to agricultural machinery and equipment held in New Delhi. Economic technologies and specific solutions for farming in Asia and Africa where featured at the Indian exposition which also hosted important international conferences such as the one on the issue Transforming Agriculture Through Mechanization
Exhibitions

Fieragricola, innovative technologies for the primary sector

All is ready for the 112th edition of Fieragricola. An edition with many innovations, the increase of foreign delegations, the strengthening of animal husbandry, the section of drones. The participation of agricultural mechanization stands out with the presence of the most important brands of the sector
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Tigrecar and Tony, the new products from Antonio Carraro

Right on time at the appointment in Verona, Antonio Carraro brings to Fieragricola a wide range of tractors, from compact to specialized, hi-tech and basic, focusingas always on technological innovation, quality, and the concept of “custom” tractor, offering bespoke solutions for each user segment.The...
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The new BCS K105 series makes its debut in Verona

The BCS Group is previewing at Fieragricola Verona the new K105 series, the first specialized tractors with a common rail engine, which complies with the strict parameters of EU legislation on harmful emissions. Thanks to this new technology, the K105...
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Fieragricola: new products from Landini

The Italian brand is presented at the Verona exhibition with important news in their main ranges, both technically and in terms of design and ergonomics. It is a technology development programme that looks to the Italian market as well as the demand from many foreign countries
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The Sfoggia range, the hallmark of quality

The manufacturer Sfoggia is arriving at Fieragricola 2016 to unwrap new products, high quality components and an expanded range of technical solutions for various operational requirements
Technology

Animal welfare: a comfortable stall

For some time animal welfare has become an important parameter for the design and management of modern stalls. Plans must take into account rotary brushes for ensuring healthy epidermal conditions as well as systems for air circulation and climate control. There are also technological solutions for bedding which must guarantee rest for animals in sound hygienic conditions
Exhibitions

FIMA 2016: all novelties from Zaragoza

Launch of the 2016 edition of the Spanish event FIMA with 1,200 exhibitors. Technical innovations and meetings at the centre of the event, that will give 33 awards during the traditional innovation contest. The event will host the 5th National Congress for Rural Develepment dedicated to young people in agriculture. First edition for the FIMA Excellence Award dedicated to farms. FederUnacoma will attend the event with an institutional stand and a press conference
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The rotary harrow: the Joker for soil preparation

Rotary harrows are a type of equipment very widely used for refining the soil but in some settings they can be used to great benefit as the only machine for preparing a seedbed or transplanting. The most recent models feature speed and the option of combined operations
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Zeus and Sirio from Badalini, for difficult terrain

The Zeus and Sirio multitillers from Mantua’s Badalini are machines designed to deliver high performance even on hard or uneven surfaces (the components are reinforced) and to preserve ideal soil moisture. But quality, reliability and durability are not the only...
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Magnum and Gamma, new equipment from Falc

The Magnum by Falc, a folding power harrow suitable for operations on hard and stony terrain, was developed to offer subcontractors and large farms a reliable and safe tool, able to provide the highest standards of quality, starting from the...
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Kverneland, H Series arriving

In the sector of mowers Kverneland is coming out with a new H Series, with widths of 3, 3.5 and 4 meters, updated versions of the highly evolved Series NGH 101 built for professional operations. Compared to the NGH 101...
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Performance and versatility from Maschio tillers

Wide range, diversification, and high product specialization distinguish the Maschio range for soil cultivation. There are several cutting-edge models in the harrow and rototiller segment. Aquila Rapido Plus (from 4 to 6 m) is a folding harrow with 4 rotors...
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Z6/VI series, new Nardi tillers

The Z6/VI is a line of lateral movement tillers made by Nardi, characterized by the ability to work not only in the middle but also on the right side of the tractor. It is thus a range of extremely versatile...
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Rugged and versatile new Sicma rototiller

Compactness and structural solidity are the main strengths of the RD rototiller, a best seller from Sicma, an Abruzzo company with a strong commitment in the field of machinery for tilling. The model developed by the company from Miglianico (Chieti)...
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Tecnoagri, innovative solutions for soil preparation

Tecnoagri in Conselice, near Ravenna, at work for more than 25 years in the agricultural mechanization sector, can vaunt a wide and differentiated range which includes an outstanding machine for working the soil, an innovative hydraulic in-and-out tree cultivator. The...
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VPX Vigolo, a power harrow for difficult soil

Vigolo is a manufacturer in the Veneto Region headquartered in Alonte, on the Vicenza plain between Verona and Padua, at work for more than fifty years, since 1963, on designing and building agricultural machinery with a strong specialization in the...
Technology

Fire prevention: maintenance experiences in Siena

The results of trials carried out by DREAm Italia in the regional forest of Merse have been published. These covered types of vehicles, costs and operating conditions tested to derive parameters for the effective construction of fireroads
Exhibitions

The Italian partecipation at Iran Agri Show

After the recent lifting of the international sanctions, several industries are relaunching economic relations with Iran, with the aim of fully exploiting the business opportunities it has to offer. 20% of the active population is employed in the agricultural sector,...
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Technology

Pomegranate: a fruit with unexpected virtues

Pomegranate, a fruit with numerous health benefits, offers good income opportunities for farmers. Needed for creating optimum conditions for cultivation is the use of machinery and equipment for laying mulch on the soil, harrowing and weeding as well as topping the plants and the distribution of plant treatment products
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New Emak models in arrival

The Emak Group is bringing to the market the 400 and 400 R (reversible) rotary tillers and the 1100 mower for home use under the Bertolini trademark and the corresponding  BRIK, BRIK R (reversible) and the FC 110 mower under...
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KDI Kohler: high tech engines and support

The debut of the new KDI engines marks an evolution for Kohler Engines, not only in the range of models available on the market but also, and especially, in the area of ​​technical support. This step - explains an information...
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Matermacc, positive results in 2015

For Matermacc, 2015 was a year of transition, marked by the acquisition by the Chinese group Foton Lovol and by quite complex market scenarios; nevertheless, the final balance can be considered satisfactory, given the increase in real turnover (between 8%...
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Trelleborg strengthening: acquisition the GS Holding

The Scandinavian multinational, one of the top players in tire design and engineered polymer solutions, has consolidated its standing on international markets with the acquisition of ČGS Holding, a Czech Republic industrial group. The agreement was signed towards the close...
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Cifarelli: new ULV system

ULV is the name of the new Cifarelli accessory developed for the M1200 atomizer. With this innovative system, the atomizer allows a calibrated and uniform treatment without wasting product, making this versatile and comfortable machine an ideal tool for professionals....
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Emak wins the SIE 2015 award

Last December, Emak was awarded the SIE 2015 “Applied Ergonomics” prize, established by the Italian Society of Ergonomics in collaboration with Ambiente Lavoro (Italian trade show dedicated to promoting health and wellness in the workplace). The award was presented for...
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DragoGT, the winning corn head from Olimac

The new DragoGT corn head by Olimac, a manufacturer in Margarita in the Cuneo Province, is coming up for New Technology prizes at the Fieragricola International Agricultural Technologies Exhibition in Verona and the FIMA International Fair of Agricultural Machinery in...
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Peruzzo receives "Historic Business" award

On December 5, Peruzzo Srl won the “Historic Business” award from the Chamber of Commerce of Padua. The company from Curtarolo, founded in 1959, produces machines for agriculture and public parks, and was one of the first factories to understand...

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