Where New Zealand farmers can find value through PTx solutions
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.
The Slug Solution
Slugs continue to plague the industry as a major pest through the early establishment phase of newly sown crops. A slug bait is required to mitigate the risk of slugs attacking the crop; however not all slug baits are built the same.
Axcela, developed by Arxada, stands out from the rest. Manufactured via a unique wet-extrusion and gelatinised process in a dedicated, state of the art plant in Switzerland. Axcela combines the advantages of a specific mode of action with Meta® Metaldehyde as the active ingredient, combined with the latest formulation and production techniques - resulting in a pellet with the highest qualities, optimising slug and snail control under a wide range of growing conditions.
Transforming Unproductive Land: The ELHO Scorpio 550 in Action
Clearing stones from paddocks is a tough but necessary task, one that needs to fit in between other jobs around the farm. For contractors and farmers alike, efficiency is key, and finding a machine that can reliably handle the job makes all the difference. The ELHO Scorpio 550 stone picker has become a valuable addition to farms and contracting businesses, proving its worth in challenging conditions.
With a fully hydraulic drive system, the Scorpio 550 operates smoothly and efficiently. It requires a hydraulic flow of 85 litres per minute, with an optimal working pressure between 110 and 150 bar. The machine is designed to run on a tractor’s standard dual-function hydraulic coupling, making it a straightforward attachment without requiring additional modifications. Its maximum continuous power use is 24 kW, and the tractor’s own cooling system ensures oil temperatures remain at an optimal level, preventing overheating during extended operation.