Healthy soil is the foundation of productive farming, yet it’s also one of the most under-appreciated resources on the land. When compaction builds up, whether from heavy machinery, stock pressure or repeated cropping, it creates a barrier that roots can’t break through and water can’t penetrate.

Canterbury Plains Contracting business owners Sian and Dean Jenkins purchased two Claas Scorpion 741 telehandlers from their local Claas Harvest Centre shortly after they were introduced into New Zealand in late 2024.

With a growing footprint across New Zealand, the Polish manufacturer (together with agricultural machinery specialist, FarmShop) are looking set to reach a bold goal of hay mower market leadership by 2027. What’s driving the success? Thanks is due in large part to the service agents dotted throughout NZ who are putting their reputation behind the brand.

From a single look at the Pottinger Novacat F 3100 Opticurve, it’s immediately apparent that this isn’t just another front-mounted mower. It’s a machine born out of thoughtful engineering and shaped by the real-world demands of farmers and contractors who know what clean forage means for stock performance and who don’t have time for inefficiencies in the paddock.

There’s a new way to make money this season, one that could add tens of thousands to the bottom line for dairy farms across New Zealand.

In any farming operation where forage quality makes the difference between a good season and a great one, the ability to process and preserve feed at its nutritional peak is critical. That’s why machinery that works with both precision and reliability is not just a convenience, it’s an investment in productivity and profitability.

In an industry where efficiency and environmental responsibility often seem at odds, Biowrap is taking a practical step towards closing that gap. The New Zealand company is introducing a range of landfill - biodegradable agricultural wraps designed to protect valuable crops while helping to address one of farming’s most stubborn waste problems - plastic disposal.

As expectations around bale quality, fermentation and product longevity continue to climb, Independent Wrap has carved out a clear role in delivering premium solutions for contractors and farmers who simply want the job done right.

A world-first Kiwi-developed food technology that upcycles horticultural waste into high-value products is set to reduce NZ’s dependence on imported food ingredients, cut greenhouse gas emissions, increase grower returns and boost regional employment.

Born on the land and raised in the skies, Bayden Neustroski and Scotty Horgan are bringing a fresh perspective to New Zealand’s aerial application. With more than 14 years of helicopter spraying experience behind them, the pair recognised a new chapter was unfolding in the sector.

John Deere dealers and customers from across regional Australia have joined the latest in a series of “Technology Bootcamps” designed to showcase the capability of John Deere’s technology offering and the combined power of its integrated seeding solution.

Precision agriculture is continuing to change how food is produced around the world, and while New Zealand has always been quick to adopt practical on-farm innovation, there is still a sense of caution when it comes to investing in cutting-edge ag tech.

Fear of failure can be a powerful motivator for farmers and growers. Reduced returns, the threat of tariffs and market uncertainty are keeping everyone on their toes. There’s no margin for error.

The last of the 4000ha of cotton for KAI went in during March, using six Case IH Early Riser planters and Case IH Magnum 340 tractors to achieve the massive task over the three-month planting period, punctuated by regular periods of heavy rain.

When farmers look for technology to make their lives easier, reliability and precision are top of mind and anything that helps farmers work smarter, faster and with less stress is worth a closer look.

A technique which significantly reduces the spread of weed seeds during harvest is being demonstrated by the Foundation for Arable Research in a bid to generate a conversation around whether it is time it was adopted in New Zealand.

When it comes to tyre performance in the field, small changes can make a big difference. That’s the thinking behind the latest update to the Mitas HC2000 tyre range.

Designed for high-horsepower tractors, sprayers and spreaders, these tyres are now available with PFO, or Pressure Field Operation technology.

Innovation has always been the heartbeat of Amazone, and once again it has been recognised on the national stage.

In 2025 the Amazone Group has been named Germany’s most innovative medium-sized company in the agriculture and agricultural machinery sector for the second year running.

Trimble and PTx Trimble have announced the availability of Trimble IonoGuard for the precision agriculture industry. IonoGuard is a next-generation technology engineered to enhance RTK GNSS signal tracking and hardware positioning performance.

IonoGuard helps ensure more reliable and accurate positioning by reducing the risk of signal loss and maintaining signal integrity during challenging ionospheric conditions.

Advances in precision agriculture technology continue to shape the future of the industry, presenting new opportunities for farmers to produce more while using fewer resources. As pressures mount to increase efficiency and optimise operations, solutions that enhance accuracy and streamline processes are becoming essential. Precision agriculture technologies provide critical resources to meet these challenges, offering real-world benefits that improve outcomes in the field.

PTx Trimble’s WM-FieldForm solution is one such tool that enables farmers to manage land more effectively, improving productivity over time.