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Four more dates for Kubota Live in September 2010
Kubota Live! is the only event where customers get to put the complete Kubota line-up of mini excavators, tractors and groundcare equipment through its paces. Following the success of this year’s Kubota Live! at Rockingham, the company has announced four more dates for September 2010: 14 September Wetherby Racecourse (LS22 5EJ) 16 September Writtle College, Essex (CM1 3RR) 21 September Bath Racecourse (BA1 8... [more]
Terex Power Buggy mini-dump vehicles now manufactured by Indy Equipment
When Terex made a strategic decision to sell off non-core product lines, Indy Equipment saw an opportunity. Indy Equipment has purchased the power buggy product line from Terex and has resumed manufacturing in its Independence, Ohio facility. New units will be marketed under Indy Equipment's new brand, "The Power Buggy." The Power Buggy serves as a safer and higher-volume alternative to the job site wheel barrow with the ability to safely carr... [more]
Modified Kubota KX080-3 excavator put into action at environmentally sensitive sites
A wet, rushy pasture site at an SSSI near Flash in Staffordshire, managed under Natural England’s Higher Level Stewardship (HLS), is a habitat for wading birds such as snipes, lapwings and curlews. The ground had become overgrown with rushes, which needed to be cut back while leaving intermittent areas of cover. The environment this pristine nature reserve has been given a helping hand by a special eight tonne Kubota KX080-3 excavator, which h... [more]
Kubota unveils B2420 compact tractor for work in confined spaces
Kubota has unveiled its first new machine of 2010; the new B2420. An addition to the popular 12, 16 and 18hp B20 Series launched last year, this 24hp compact tractor delivers everything you expect from Kubota – a simple, user-friendly machine that is powerful, reliable and extremely durable - and all at an affordable price. Straightforward and nimble, the B2420 combines high power output, compact size and manoeuvrability. The simplicity of t... [more]
EnPak Mechanic Series reduces fuel usage and engine wear
Life in the landfill is hard on equipment. The constant pushing of garbage and dirt puts a heavy strain on the hydraulics and drive train of large bulldozers. Compactors take a constant beating to prepare the trash to be covered. It’s a dirty, harsh work environment that’s tough on equipment. And it’s a job that cannot afford any downtime: if the trash isn’t covered by the end of the work day - a legal requirement - no one goes home until it is. ... [more]
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Goats rescued from 60-foot perch in Mont.
Two young goats wandered onto the thin ledge of a railroad bridge and spent nearly two days high above the ground until rescuers in a towering cherry picker plucked them from their perch, hungry but safe. Goat - Livestock - Business - Agriculture and Forestry - Breeds
Goats rescued after 2 days on 6-inch ledge in Mont
Two young goats wandered onto the thin ledge of a railroad bridge and spent nearly two days high above the ground until rescuers in a towering cherry picker plucked them from their perch, hungry but safe. Goat - Rail transport - Business - Livestock - Agriculture and Forestry
Battling to preserve Nigeria's rainforest
According to the World Resources Institute, Nigeria is home to 4,715 different types of plant species, and over 550 species of breeding birds and mammals, making it one of the most ecologically vibrant places of the planet.
Veld fires rage across FS
Fourteen veld fires, five of them big in size, are raging across the Free State, the department of agriculture, forestry and fisheries has said.
Farmers protest in 23 counties
Farmers picketed prefectures and demanded the resignation of agriculture minister. With tractors or just with bottles of milk, 15,000 farmers, members of the Agrostar federation and of 10 other professional organisations, picketed the prefectures of 23 counties yesterday.
Non-Maine firewood banned to stop pests
AUGUSTA, Maine -- State forestry officials signed an emergency order on Wednesday banning the importation of untreated firewood into Maine as part of a stepped-up campaign to prevent the spread of …
Baird enshrined in ag and forestry hall of fame
POINT PLEASANT — Mason County native and current resident, Bob Baird, was recently enshrined into the West Virginia Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame. Baird, who serves on the Mason County Com...
Suit seeks damages in recalled La. cheese
A 75-year-old man whose attorney claims he spent more than a month in an intensive-care unit after eating Veron Foods head cheese has sued the Prairieville company.
F State hit by veld fires
Fourteen veld fires are raging in the Free State, says the department of agriculture.
Russia's Fires May Have Strengthened Putin
State media have generated an image of engagement and compassion, and the Prime Minister may succeed in using the event to secure even more power
