Remote monitoring tools could be a solution to the problem of recruiting staff into dairy farming. Farmers Guardian takes a look at some New Zealand technolgy, which is now being aimed at the UK market.
We catch up with one farmer who is saving the back-breaking work of fencing with an Australian-made petrol-powered post driver.
With the emphasis on mechanically simple, straightforward, 110hp loader tractors, this group comparison test looks at some of the latest machines on the market which are aimed squarely at the livestock sector.
The pressure is on as baling gets underway, but extra attention to set-up, baling and wrapping technique, and care of net and plastic can make all the difference to bale quality.
Offering a balance between a comfortable pickup and go-anywhere quad bike, UTVs are quite capable of negotiating rough terrain, towing a small trailer or carrying tools to head off fencing.