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CH Products' new AG Series Handle allows the user to interface with the machine more effectively for longer periods of time
Prior to designing the AG Series handle, CH Products partnered with a “Human Factors” engineering firm to develop a handle that’s intuitive and easy to use. Similar in concept to a television remote control, the ergonomic design acts as an extension of the operator, allowing the user to interface with the machine more effectively for longer periods of time. CH Products new AG Series Handle provides an innovative approach for machine control of... [more]
Block Stem prevents tractor and construction equipment theft
Block Stem is a new low-cost agricultural and plant security system to prevent tractor and construction equipment theft. It has recently received full Thatcham accreditation, and approval is also being sought from the NFU Mutual to qualify the system for discounts on insurance premiums. It is suitable for tractors, construction plant such as JCBs and even mini-diggers, or any other self-propelled machine with an exposed power steering ram. Imp... [more]
K F Ridsdale and Drain Center construct a 1.5 million gallon capacity lagoon to store slurry from livestock farm
New regulations stating that slurry can no longer be spread over the winter period during October-January means that livestock farmers will have to hold larger amounts of slurry for longer periods of time, which creates significant challenges for storage. When a new EU directive restricting the spread of slurry from livestock was announced to come into force as of January 2012, Scalibar Farm in North Yorkshire was keen to take immediate actio... [more]
CH Products showcase new MF4 Handle that can be easily customized for sophisticated machines requiring high switch content
At IFPE 2011, CH Products have showcased their new MF4 handle. Designed for the HFX Series IV Joystick, the MF4 handle features a large oblong faceplate, LED backlit elastomer keypad as well as high input/output CANbus J1939 interface. The HFX Series IV joystick is a heavy-duty, Hall effect controller designed for use in high operating force, hand-operated applications. Available with several high-function handles and in single, dual or triple... [more]
Kubota launches Dash 4 mini excavator
Kubota (UK) Ltd – Construction Equipment has launched the new generation of Dash 4 mini excavators, for plant hire firms, builders, contractors, utilities, local authorities and owner operators. The manufacturer’s new U48-4, U55-4 and KX057-4 models have already been pressed into service following their UK introduction at the company’s Kubota Live! event at Rockingham Castle earlier in 2010. The machines have built upon the excellence of t... [more]
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Four headed to W.Va. Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Four West Virginians are headed to the states Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame.The four to be honored at the halls annual banquet on July 21 are Ralph Beckwith of Slaty Fork, John Cooper of Point Pleasant, Harry Stephen ...
New law aims to grow Vt farming, forestry
A new economic development law in Vermont aims to help entrepreneurs in farming and forestry come up with new ways to make money.
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4 headed to W.Va. ag, forestry hall of fame
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Four West Virginians are headed to the states Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame. The four to be honored at the halls annual banquet on July 21 are Ralph Beckwith of Slaty Fork, John Cooper of Point Pleasant, Harry Stephen Conra...
Kitzhaber Appoints Adviser To Work On O&C Issues
Governor Kitzhaber has appointed Tom Tuchmann as the new Forestry and Conservation Finance Advisor.
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Bloomington, IL—Officials from the Japan Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries toured One Earth Energy ethanol plant in Gibson City, IL, May 21, in hopes of learning more about the production of ethanol and DDGS (dried distillers grains with solubles).
Atlantic premiers say EI changes an attack on seasonal workers
In Alberta and Saskatchewan, reaction to new rules is much more positive
Ag Energy Coalition Tells Congressmembers That Farm Bill Energy Programs Support Energy Security and Job Creation
Ryan Stroschein, co-director of the Agriculture Energy Coalition , today urged Members of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy and Forestry to reauthori
