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Year 2024 Number 10-11

October - November

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The G7 Agriculture meeting, the centrality of food security

The summit between the ministers of agriculture ended on September 28th on the island of Ortigia in Syracuse. The commitment of the “big seven” to promote sustainable agriculture that respects community rights. A new model of cooperation with Africa
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Agricultural machinery "on display" at the G7 Expo in Syracuse

Over 80 agricultural machines were on display, from 21 to 29 September, in the streets and squares of Ortigia during the G7 Expo. Prime Minister Meloni's visit to the FederUnacoma stand. Mariateresa Maschio: agricultural mechanics are the linchpin of the new agriculture
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The main themes of the G7 Expo: technology, training and cooperation

At this year's G7 Expo the spotlight is on the conferences organized by FederUnacoma. Technological innovation, training, recovery of degraded lands and Italian-African cooperation are some of the main themes at the forefront of the conferences, as well as a focus on young people
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Italy's agricultural machinery market is still in the red

Registration data for the first nine months of the year show declines for all vehicle types. An increase in list prices along with a drop in agricultural incomes and the wait for new incentives are the causes behind the current downturn
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EIMA International, the exhibition opens the turnstiles

From 6 to 10 November, Bologna will once again be the world capital of agricultural machinery for five days. Over 1,700 exhibitors (600 from abroad) are expected to occupy the entire surface area of the exhibition center at this year's EIMA International event. Internationalization, innovation and breadth of range are the strengths of the trade fair
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Technical Innovations, a systemic success

The Competition offers an opportunity to think about how to support research. Innovation should be considered a challenge involving industries, public bodies, professional organizations, education and training facilities. The agricultural machinery sector is one of the most active in the development of new technologies. Over 680 applications were received during the last five competition events, of these, 132 were awarded recognition for their 'Technical Innovation', and another 260 received 'Technical Mentions'
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EIMA 2024: the program of the great event

The agricultural mechanics exhibition this year also includes a full schedule of meetings on important topics. Innovative technologies for the great challenges of agriculture, development of markets and cooperation, applications of robotics and artificial intelligence are the main topics being considered
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EIMA Energy: more space for the bioeconomy

Last year, the bioeconomy provided qualified employment to approximately 2 million Italians, generating a turnover of EUR 437.5 billion. EIMA Energy 2024 fits into this framework, showcasing all the technologies needed for the handling and treating of agricultural and forestry biomass
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Agricolus, an app for crop management

The Umbrian-based high-tech company Agricolus (headquartered in Perugia), which specializes in developing digital tools for agriculture, is presenting its new App for the agricultural world at this year's EIMA International event. The application makes it possible to perform different types...
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From tilling the soil to sowing: Alpego's new products

Alpego is coming to EIMA with several new products. Distinctive among these are its new low-disturbance anchors, designed to improve the effectiveness of subsoilers and ensure optimal soil aeration without altering its surface structure. The use of low-disturbance anchors in...
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The Life Atena project the first electric Antonio Carraro

Two years after its launch, Life Atena has produced its first fruit. The project, which, in addition to Antonio Carraro, also includes Ero GmbH, Ecothea (a startup of the Polytechnic University of Turin) and the Consortium for the Protection of...
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The sustainability of the new FarmDroid FD20

The setting of the EIMA in Bologna offers the perfect opportunity for ARVAtec, a company from Rescaldina in the province of Milan, to present its restyledc FarmDroid FD20, an electric-traction agricultural robot powered by solar energy that sows and weeds...
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Spotlight on the BCS fully-electric models

BCS' first prototype of a 100% electric tractor This machine (an EIMA 2024 Technical Innovation award winer), features two electric motors powered by an on-board battery. It has a 3 kW electric motor for the PTO and a 1.5 kW...
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The Lotti CT 80 thinner cuts production costs

CaBa Industrie is presenting its new fruit thinner to visitors at the EIMA International event. This Lotti brand model has been joined with the CT 80 trimmer frame, which is also compatible with other types of tools for leaf canopy...
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Zephiro: the fully-electric sprayer by Caffini

Zephiro - a winner of the EIMA 2024 Technical Innovation award - is a fully-electric trailed sprayer that marks the introduction of several technological innovations developed by Caffini to improve the machine's operational efficiency and the sustainability of agricultural processes....
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The new Capello corn headers offer top performance

Capello has redesigned its Diamant folding corn headers. The folding 16-row version is debuting with an innovative lever-operated folding technology that closes the header in a compact position. Inspired by the handling systems used in shipbuilding for large weights, the...
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New 2025 Farmall C models: performance and comfort

Case calls the new 2025 Farmall C, which will be launched at EIMA, a leap forward in looks and performance. The 24-speed ActiveDrive 2 (Hi-Lo) transmission on all models delivers smoother gear changes, while the increased hydraulic pump capacity of...
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Exploring the Dynamic automatic transplanter

Checchi & Magli bring several new products to EIMA. The Bologna exhibition marks the launch of the new Dynamic automatic transplanter, equipped with a robot with the capacity to pick up to 14,400 plants/hour per row and composed of a...
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Synergy, precise and sustainable phytosanitary treatments

A low-volume pneumatic sprayer for vineyards is the new machine that CIMA is presenting to the general public at EIMA International. Synergy is the name of the new model that combines precision treatments with particular attention to sustainability through its...
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Scorpion, the new telescopic handler series by Claas

Class is focusing primarily on telescopic handlers and harvesting machines at this year's EIMA event. In the first segment, it is launching five new loader models in the 3 and 4 ton class. The increased hydraulic pressure of the new...
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Renewed range for CMA fruit harvester

CMA (Carpenterie Metalliche Anaunia) is presenting a number of new products at this year's EIMA International event. Here are the main ones in the Compact department. The V11 fruit harvester. This is an orchard model specifically designed for mountain terrain...
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Targeted treatments with the S24 X fertilizer spreader

The S24 X is a mounted double-disc centrifugal spreader with a capacity of between 1,200 and 2,300 liters, equipped with the ADT system (improves the precision of the dose) and is one of the flagships of the DCM range. Just...
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Ultrasonic sensors debut on Eurospand fertilizer spreaders

  For localized distribution in rows from 1.5 to 10 meters wide, inside greenhouses, in row crops (vegetables) and for open field fertilization, Eurospand offers the David Fruit and Delta Fruit fertilizer spreader models designed to offer remarkable operational...
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The RCU120, the even more robust FAE crawler

Approximately two years after the introduction of the RCU range of radio-controlled tracked tool carriers, FAE is expanding its offering in this particular segment with the RCU120. The aim is to offer the market a radio-controlled vehicle that is more...
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The versatility of the Strip-Till 6000

Keeping one eye on the environment and the other on the sustainability of agricultural operations, Falc is launching its new folding Strip-Till 6000 tiller with 8 or 12 rows spaced at 750 mm and 500 mm, respectively, at this year's...

Smart technology for livestock feeding

Faresin's AI Feeding is an advanced system that integrates the management of the Mixer Wagon's weighing system with data from milking plants, management software and other company sources. The technology developed by Faresin uses Artificial Intelligence to offer predictive analyses...
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Lower consumption in the new 600 Vario models

In Bologna, Fendt is relaunching its medium-power range with the 600 Vario series which, with the four models in the range, occupies the segment between 164 Hp and 224 Hp. Featuring a payload of up to 5.8 t and a...
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Levelers, three new models from Fontana

Fontana is a Vercelli-based company (headquartered in Crescentino) that has specialized in the design and construction of leveling machines for the agricultural and industrial sectors for over 40 years. At this year's EIMA International event, the Piedmontese manufacturer is launching...
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EnerG: the versatility of Forigo's new self-propelled vehicle

A recent winner of the EIMA 2024 Technical Innovation competition, the Mantua-based company Forigo is showcasing EnerG its first self-propelled, autonomous electric vehicle at the Bologna exhibition. This new vehicle is equipped with four steering wheels that allow it to...
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Goldoni Keestrack, all specialized models now have the Stage V

Goldoni Keestrack shifts into fifth gear: its new products are in fact united by the introduction of Stage V engines on all specialized, compact and isodiametric models. The company's strategic partner, Hyundai Infracore (Doosan), will equip the entire range with...
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Hermes, technologies for mechanical harvesting and weeding

At this year's EIMA International event the South Tyrolean company Hermes (headquartered in Gargazzone, near Bolzano) is presenting its new Fruit Piker belt harvesting wagon designed to work with any type of fruit in bins. Versatile, and also available with...
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5M and 6M, John Deere's the mid-range power vehicles

John Deere is making its voice heard in the 100 and over 200 Hp vehicle range with the introduction of the new 6M Series tractors, which now includes 17 models, 10 of which have power exceeding 150 Hp. From the...
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Kubota's "smart" round balers

Among the first companies to use the Tractor Implement Management (TIM) system, Kubota has made a technological leap with the introduction of the TIM Pack 2.0 on its new generation of variable chamber round balers: the BV6000. The series, winner...
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New Espro 1002 seed drills

Kuhn has revamped its range of single-metering trailed seed drills for minimum tillage sowing. This includes the launch of the new ESPRO 1002, a range that replaces the ESPRO 1000 and is made up of four models: two rigid 3...
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The adaptability of the Rotago F power harrow

The growing focus on environmental sustainability, combined with the necessary reduction of operating costs, has led Kverneland to develop a new generation of power harrows: the Rotago F series models in Isobus and non-Isobus versions. Both versions, with working widths...
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The LaCruz stump eradicator cuts working times

The LaCruz stump remover is designed to uproot stumps from the ground in row crops and leave them on the ground already cleaned. The machine – explains the manufacturer from Oderzo (Treviso) in a technical note – cuts working time...
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Top performance for the Landini REX4 and Trekker4

The 2024 EIMA event is of particular relish for the Fabbrico company, which is celebrating 140 years of the Landini brand. This extremely significant milestone coincides with the opening of its new production facility in Campagnola Emilia, which earlier this...
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The Solitair F seed drill: restyling in the name of versatility

Lemken has revamped its Solitair F with a new front hopper. According to the German brand, the restyling of this model is the answer to the growing demand for efficient front and rear combined sowing machines, equipment capable of sowing...
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The flexibility of the Sicura seed drill

Sicura is a no-till seeder for small seeds, specifically designed by “ma/ag” of Casalbuttano (Cremona) for the operational needs of Italian and European soils. This piece of equipment can be used not only on hard soil but also on soils...
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The high productive output of the 7100 wrapper

The 7100 bale wrapper fits into the wide range of Mascar bale wrappers as a portable solution for haymaking professionals. The machine's compact design has a center of gravity close to the tractor to allow for its use even with...
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JUMBO X, the rotary harrow for large extensions

Maschio Gaspardo has two brand new products in the spotlight at its stand at the EIMA International event. The first, which debuted right here in Bologna, is the JUMBO X, the foldable rotary harrow with a working width of up...
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The McCormick X7.6 VT-Drive focuses on comfort and safety

McCormick is relaunching its medium-high power range with two models in the X7.6 VT-Drive range: the X7.621 with 200 Hp and X7.624 with 240 Hp. Argo Tractors tractors are equipped with a 6-cylinder FPT NEF 67 engine that meets Stage...
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The TFe43.7, Merlo's new green telehandler

Merlo is expanding its range of Generation Zero models with a new telehandler which, after being previewed at the latest Agritechnica event, is now making its official debut at EIMA International. This is the TFe43.7 which, like the Generation Zero...
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Bio-shredders and chippers, innovations designed by Negri

Bio-shredders, chippers, aerators and leaf vacuums: these have been Negri's flagship products for over thirty years, and it will also be presenting several new products in these market segments at EIMA 2024, starting with the R230 bio-shredder. The new bio-shredder...
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T5 Dual Command: agility in the tightest spaces

Five models with power ranging from 80 to 117 Hp: this is the new range of tractors that New Holland is presenting at EIMA International. All powered by 3.6-liter FPT F36 four-cylinder engines, the T5 Dual Command tractors feature a...
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High-tech novelties presented by Nobil

Sprayers and shredders in Nobili's bag of new items at EIMA include the H-Fan: a 1,000-liter trailed sprayer equipped with a hydraulically operated fan applied to a height-adjustable translation system with a 700 mm stroke and a diaphragm pump located...
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Ocmis, intelligent irrigation systems

For the irrigation sector, Ocmis is launching a 360° rotating overhang at EIMA International. The device – winner of Mention at EIMA 2024 – consists of a steel counterweight and steel tie rods, as well as a front part made...
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Officina meccanica BeG: integrated solutions for pruning

EIMA International is the setting for Officina meccanica BeG's new line of pruning and trimming tools for orchards and vineyards. The BGP 3000JS intensive pruner is particularly distinctive as an extremely versatile machine that can be equipped with three different...
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EC70, the first electric transporter from Caron

The Vicenza-based company Caron (headquartered in Pianezze) is previewing its new EC70 model fully-electric transporter at EIMA 2024. It will complement the enormous existing range of the Veneto-based company. Powered by a permanent magnet synchronous drive motor capable of a...
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Olimac launches its new corn harvester with swather

Olimac continues to grow, doubling the size of its production facility, which today covers over 50,000 m2 of surface area of the more than 90,000 m2 large property. A leader in the production of corn and sunflower headers, the Cuneo-based...
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Great productive output with the Bio Roll mulching roller

The Bio Roll mulching roller, designed and manufactured by the Orizzonti company of Imola, specialized in equipment for vineyards and orchards, is the leader of a new line of machines for working the center of the row. The Bio Roll...
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The high efficiency of the Sele 8300 harvester

Now more than ever it is extremely important to perform harvesting operations vegetables and fresh fruit and vegetable products (the so-called IV range) quickly. In order for fresh products to maintain all their quality characteristics unaltered, it is essential that...
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Pellenc C3X pruning shears: Longtime certificate

Here are the new C3X professional pruning shears with an Alpha Lite (offering different charging modes) on-board battery designed and manufactured by the French manufacturer Pellenc for professional use in viticulture, olive growing, arboriculture and gardening sectors. Versatile and ergonomic,...
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On display in Bologna, the new Peruzzo range

This year, among other items, the Peruzzo stand in Bologna will showcase the Robofox Electra Intelligent Drive self-propelled flail mower, which has just won the Mention at the EIMA 2024 Technical Innovation Competition award. The latest addition to the Peruzzo...
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RF2.3-Eco: the fully-electric motor brush from Repossi

The RF2.3-Eco electric-powered brush from Repossi in Pavia (headquartered in Casorate Primo) is the natural evolution of the previous hydrostatic-powered model. The transition to the electric version – explains the manufacturer in a note – is made possible by a...
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New Selvatici aerators: light and fast

Selvatici launches its new series of Aeroking 150.45 aerators for ground-breaking lawns and gardens. The strong point of this model is its maximum working speed which reaches almost 4 km/h (practically double that of traditional machines), with a working depth...
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Sicma, the versatility of the TL shredder

The spotlight is on the new TL shredder at the Sicma stand in Bologna, which is being previewed at this year's Bologna trade fair. Available in four working widths (120-140-160-190 cm), the new model has been designed to shred grass...
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STIGA models, performance and sustainability

Stiga presents the flagships of its ranges at EIMA International. Starting with the new generation of autonomous robot lawnmowers, designed to combine efficiency and cutting quality with a high level of customization. From the compact A1500, A500, A750 and A1000,...
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Tecnoagri presents a new range of "green" tools

Tecnoagri's new bio-ecological weeding and cutting line is the new line of tools designed for the sake of environmental awareness and passion for innovation. This range of products developed specifically for the wine and fruit growing sectors includes specialized equipment...
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New Valentini machinery, in the name of productivity

Valentini Antonio, a company from Camposampiero (Padua), comes to Bologna to present all the high-quality pieces in its collection. Here are some details of the new features that will be previewed. TSMP-S2. a folding reverse shredder available in various sizes...
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Forestry mechanization: a driving force for active forest management

Italy's vast forest wealth is definitely undervalued economically. This is why the country imports large quantities of wood from abroad every year. Technology, forestry and training are needed to take advantage of this precious resource
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CIMA, 50 years of exciting and innovative success

It was 1974 when, thanks to an idea by Paolo Smeraldi, CIMA of Montù Beccaria, in the province of Pavia, in the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese, began manufacturing pneumatic sprayers based on a new type of technology defined as...
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The drive towards innovation: CM celebrates 50 years

The last half century has seen the company engaged in the design and production of agricultural handling equipment. In 1974, two partners, Domenico Calonaci and Gabriele Calini, decided to found CM. The company from Romagna, headquartered in Lugo (Ravenna), is...
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Technology

Machines and equipment for automatic cattle feeding

The unifeed technique, which was developed experimentally in the 1950s and later established in the 1960s, involves the preparation and administration of a homogeneous and balanced mixture of all the components of the daily ration in a single distribution. It...
Gardening

Pruning ornamental trees with the tree climbing technique

This technique is used, in particular, for pruning tall trees that cannot otherwise be reached. Tree climbing involves a suitably equipped operator climbing the trunk to reach the crown and perform the necessary work
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The Ztrack Z370R: comfort and cutting quality

John Deere launches its ZTrack Z370R electric mower on the European market. Featuring an electric drive system and a zero-turn radius, the new lawnmower can mow up to 8,000 square meters on a single charge and was designed by engineers...
Gardening

Emak: shoulder-mounted brush cutters's are lighter than ever

Emak is launching its new professional gas-powered brushcutters under the Efco and Oleo-Mac brands as part of the 54 line series. The top-of-the-range shoulder-mounted tools have been designed by technicians from the Bagnolo in Piano (Reggio Emilia) company for intensive...
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Power and control with the RoboPLUS tool carrier

RoboPLUS is the latest addition to the Energreen brand's line in the radio-controlled technology sector. The vehicle made by the Vicenza-based company (operational headquarters in Poiana Maggiore) is a tool carrier equipped with a Deutz Stage V engine, with 4...

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