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CONTENTS
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Hargassner
Company of
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Aitchison
Arable Farming
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Lely Center
Midlands
Dairy Farming
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LAMMA Review
A record breaking LAMMA!
pest control, livestock feeding and
forage management. The 2025 LAMMA
Innovation Awards put a spotlight on the
latest developments in technology and
equipment that was exhibited at the show.
Brought to you by Rural Asset Finance, the
winners of the 2025 LAMMA Innovation
Awards were:
Over 40,000 attendees flocked to the NEC for
LAMMA 2025 from 15th-16th January 2025,
marking the highest attendance record in
the show’s 40+ year history. LAMMA Show is the
UK’s foremost event for agricultural machinery,
technology, and equipment innovation. As the
leading platform for the farming community,
LAMMA offers an unmatched opportunity to
explore a dynamic showcase of over 600 exhibitors,
unveiling the latest in tractors, combines, arable,
and grassland machinery. LAMMA is the showpiece
for the agricultural equipment and services sector,
the halls of the NEC are filled with agricultural
equipment polished within an inch of their lives,
and as clean as they ever will be. The show covers
everything and every sector of agriculture. Non
farmers will look at some of the equipment and
thank goodness they never came upon it on the road.
They will never complain about being stuck behind a
commonplace tractor ever again.
There was plenty of new and exciting kit on show,
including the Massey Ferguson 5M tractor series,
New Holland T5 Dual Command, McHale F5 fixed
chamber roller balers, JCB TM280S loader and a new
generation of Case IH Farmall C tractors, all making
their UK debut in January. Those looking out for
bigger kit were not disappointed either. The Fendt
Corus 5275C straw walker combine and Case IH AF10
combine harvester were on show for the first time
in the UK. Kubota also celebrated its 50th year in
Europe, introducing the M7004 tractor at LAMMA
alongside a limited-edition livery to celebrate the
anniversary. Visitors could also see a wide range of
other products and machinery to help with tasks
throughout the farming year, including spare
parts, hedge cutters, muck spreaders, telehandlers,
Livestock Innovation of the Year
Gold Winner: Te Pari Products (UK) Ltd –
for its Revolution Injection Gun designed
for precision livestock treatment, offering
calibrated dosing tailored to each animal’s
exact weight.
Silver Winner: Tornado Wire – for its
Tornado Pro-Strain System.
Bronze Winner: T-T Pumps – HBC Biocell – for its
Pasteurised Hygienic Bedding.
Dairy Innovation of the Year
Gold Winner: SmaXtec Limited – for its Digital
Assistant, a smaXtec Digital Assistant that
revolutionises dairy herd health management
through AI-driven insights and bolus technology,
offering unparalleled precision by collecting data
from inside the cow’s reticulum.
Silver Winner: Teemore Engineering Ltd – for its
Magellan Rubber Flooring.
Bronze Winner: Hanskamp AgroTech BV – for its
FeedStation Mobile.
Digital Technology Innovation of the Year
Gold Winner: RST Irrigation Ltd – for its Raindancer
Sector Control, a GPS-enabled, solar-powered
irrigation monitoring system designed to maximise
water efficiency for farmers.
Silver Winner: Fastview 360 Ltd – for its Tractor
Safety System.
Bronze Winner: Kverneland – for its Kverneland Sync
& Service Centre.
Some of the other gold winners were:
Grassland Innovation of the Year: Kverneland –
for Kverneland Curve Pilot, an innovative feature
integrated into the Kverneland ISOBUS triple mower
conditioner, the 55100MT.
Arable Establishment Innovation of the Year:
KUHN FARM MACHINERY (UK) Ltd – for its Smart
Soil Technology, the OPTIMER 6 and 7.5 metre
independent disc cultivators have been enhanced
with ISOBUS-integrated Smart Soil Technology
(SST), delivering greater efficiency, comfort, and
productivity.
Arable Crop Care Innovation of the Year: Agri
Samplers Ltd and Polygenyn Ltd – for their DNA
Auto Spore Sampler: The DNA and LFD Auto
Spore Sampler, developed by Agri Samplers Ltd
and Polygenyn Ltd, offers real-time detection of
airborne pathogens for up to 8 days without human
intervention.
The Young Engineer Award is a key highlight of
the LAMMA Show schedule as each year it looks
to champion either one individual or a group of
young engineers that have created or worked on
a piece of agricultural machinery, equipment, or
technology that has significantly improved efficiency,
profitability, or sustainability on-farm.
The 2025 Young Engineer Award Winner was
Alexander Sluijmers. As a development engineer
working for Perry of Oakley in Devon, Sluijmers
was recognised for his creation of Grain Sentry, an
automated moisture control system for continuous
flow grain driers that automates sampling and
control, enabling remote operation via a PLC panel
or app.
The system was praised for its versatility and
compatibility with multiple crops and the fact that it
can be retrofitted for existing dryers. What’s more, it
also significantly reduces labour needs and improves
profitability, with savings ranging from £21,500 to
£53,500 per season, depending on drier capacity.
The Career Zone, organised by Jobs in Agriculture,
also returned to offer help to anyone looking to
explore or enhance their career in the agricultural
industry, whether you’re taking your first steps into
the sector or aiming to upskill for new opportunities.
LAMMA returns next year to Birmingham’s NEC
from 14th-15th January 2026. This is our pick of the
best exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here
in alphabetical order: No Fence & Powerflow (BG
Products). Further details can be found on this page.
www.lammashow.com
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More efficient farming, better solutions: Discover
Nofence’s virtual fencing technology
As farmers face rising costs, labour shortages,
and environmental challenges, innovative
solutions are essential. Nofence, the world’s first
commercially available virtual fencing system, offers
a cost-effective, sustainable, and animal-friendly
approach to livestock management. Scalable
for both small crofts and commercial farms, it
eliminates the need for physical fences, making
grazing management more efficient.
Nofence collars use GPS and cellular networks to
communicate with the system’s app, enabling realtime
tracking and remote boundary adjustments.
Farmers can create, modify, or remove virtual fences
Adblue and Adblue Issues
If a tractor or other farm
equipment has is equipped with
a Selective Catalytic Reduction
(SCR) system (as most modern
diesel engines are) then you will be
using Adblue. SCRs use Adblue to reduce harmful
nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions, helping to meet
stricter Euro 6, and beyond, emission standards
and improve air quality.
AdBlue is a diesel exhaust fluid, a solution of urea
and de-ionized water that is injected into the
exhaust system, upstream of the SCR, of diesel
vehicles. Here the chemical reaction converts NOx
into nitrogen and water reducing pollution and
meeting stricter emission standards. AdBlue is
essential to the SCR System.
Adblue issues
There are a few issues that effect Adblue systems.
The most common, and potentially expensive, is the
directly from their phones.
The Nofence app is central to this innovation.
Software Developer Malin Kildal highlights its userfriendly
design, “We made it as accessible as possible
for farmers, helping them to manage livestock
efficiently, with tools like heat mapping and grazing
data, all from the palm of their hand.”
The system relies on acoustic warnings and a mild
electric pulse – half the intensity of a traditional
electric fence – to guide animals away from the
defined boundaries. Research shows livestock
quickly adapt to audio cues, reducing the need for
pulses – with the acoustic warning versus electric
pulse ratio being 96%.
Animal welfare is a core priority. Nofence eliminates
risks associated with traditional fences, such as
entanglement and injury, while allowing livestock to
roam freely and naturally with minimal stress.
Farmers receive alerts if an animal hasn’t moved
in four hours, indicating possible illness or
entrapment. If an animal crosses the virtual
boundary, they are notified and can track it,
ensuring its safe return without additional warnings
or pulses.
By allowing real-time monitoring and remote
management, Nofence reduces labour and feed
costs. Farmers can adjust grazing areas from
anywhere – even while on vacation. Malin notes,
Adblue system getting blocked by Crystallisation.
Crystallisation in the AdBlue system happens
when the exhaust gases are not hot enough to react
properly with AdBlue. The AdBlue
does not completely turn into
ammonia. When this happens,
cyanuric crystals can form which
can contaminate the system
and block the AdBlue injector,
eventually affecting the running of
the vehicle.
Can the agricultural environment
lead to crystallisation?
Yes, agricultural conditions can
contribute to the crystallisation of
AdBlue, which can cause issues for
farmers. There are some factors
related to agricultural environments that can
increase the likelihood of AdBlue crystallizing or
becoming ineffective:
Temperature variations
Cold Weather: AdBlue begins to freeze at
temperatures below around -11°C (12°F). In many
agricultural settings, especially during colder
months, the temperature can drop significantly. If
AdBlue is stored or used in cold conditions without
proper precautions, it can crystallise and block the
system.
Fluctuating Temperatures, going from very cold to
warm. This can cause the AdBlue to freeze and thaw
“You see that their (the farmers’) mind is at ease just
by knowing where their animals are, they can go on
vacation if it’s just a week a year. They can do that
now with Nofence.”
The flexibility of virtual fencing allows farmers
to rotate grazing areas, opening up previously
inaccessible land, improving soil health, preventing
overgrazing and reducing erosion. With Nofence,
farmers gain efficiency, adaptability, and peace
of mind – supporting environmentally friendly
practices and transforming livestock management
for a more sustainable future.
T +44 (0)1952 924006
sales.uk@nofence.no
https://www.nofence.no/en-gb
repeatedly, potentially leading to the crystallisation
of urea.
Frequent refills
Frequent exposure to air when farmers frequently
open the AdBlue tank to refill it, there’s a risk that
the additive could come into contact with moisture
in the air. Humid or damp conditions can increase
the likelihood of crystallisation.
The solution (and prevention) of Adblue
crystallisation
Ceroil AdBlue Injector Cleaner contains a formula
specially developed to clean dirty urea injectors
and SCR catalysts. This prevents and removes
crystallisation, reducing performance loss. It
will clean and prevent damaging crystallisation
throughout the whole AdBlue and SCR system.
Periodic use is recommended as a preventive
measure against breakdowns.
It is available from Powerflow Limited on:
https://bgprod.co.uk/products/pour-in-products/
fuel-system/adblue-injector-cleaner
Available in 3 sizes – The 100ml bottle treats up to
40 litres of AdBlue/500ml bottle treats up to 200
litres of AdBlue/5 litre bottle treats up 2,000 litres
of AdBlue.
01284 777934
info@bgprod.co.uk
https://bgprod.co.uk
LAMMA Review
AgriWorld UK is sponsored by Hargassner – see them on pages 6-7 5

Biomass Heating Company of the Month
The Pioneers of Automatic
Biomass Heating
In this issue of Sustainability Today we have
featured Hargassner as our Biomass Heating
Company of the Month
As sustainable energy becomes commonplace,
more businesses and homes alike are
switching to renewable energy solutions
like biomass boilers. These CO 2-neutral and ecofriendly
systems create heat by burning biological
materials such as wood chips, logs and pellets.
This cost effective, innovative solution boasts
strong environmental performance and is quickly
becoming the renewable choice for domestic and
businesses across the UK.
For over 40 years, Hargassner has been an industry
leader in innovative biomass heating systems. Since
its inception in 1984, Hargassner has pioneered ecofriendly
heating systems and its dedication to not
only achieve environmental results, but also provide
impeccable customer service has gained the company
a reputation for service and quality over the years.
A family business since its establishment,
Hargassner was built on a promise made by founder
Anton Hargassner back in 1983 to build his wife
a boiler she never needs stoke again. The son of a
farmer with a large forestry operation, Anton had
worked with wood since childhood and valued the
raw material as a sustainable, clean fuel source.
Finding the heating technology at the time to be
technically inefficient and requiring extensive
manual labour, Anton decided to build his own
system which incorporated his favoured fuel, wood,
and integrated the latest automatic convenience
without the manual labour, patenting multiple
innovative boiler designs over the years.
From this humble foundation, Anton Hargassner
went on to build the company from a single
workshop, to an international and multi awardwinning
brand which can count the Austrian
Biomass Association’s Wood Energy Award 2024
and the 2023 Austrian Society for Consumer Studies
Innovation Award, among its numerous accolades.
Hargassner supplies industry, agriculture,
greenhouses and domestic properties across Europe
with its innovative heating solutions and, with
185,000 systems installed, it has grown into one
of the leading suppliers of biomass boilers on the
continent. The company employs over 1,200 people
worldwide and has gone from strength to strength
in the last decade via company acquisitions and
groundbreaking new projects and facilities.
In September 2020 Hargassner announced the
acquisition of the biomass central heating company,
Gilles, and since then the company’s famed product
range and first-class service has been available to
UK customers. From installation, commissioning
and maintenance; to troubleshooting and supplying
spare parts, the company is a full-service provider
that takes care of both Hargassner and Gilles boilers
across the country.
At its core, Hargassner
manufactures state-of-theart
pellet, wood chip and
wood log boilers, as well as
services and installs them. Its
innovative solid fuel boilers
also guarantee the highest
efficiency levels and the lowest
emission values, setting new
benchmarks in combustion
technology and mechanical
systems.
All of Hargassner’s solutions
optimise the ecological
benefits of biomass heating. Being independent of
fossil fuels, biomass heaters are a sustainable and a
clean burning fuel source, this helps businesses of
all types contribute to their net-zero goals. By using
locally sourced or residual wood, biomass boilers also
remove the strain on imported timber, safeguarding
local ecologies for future generations.
In this green energy sector, Hargassner stands
apart for its years
of innovation in the
industry. The company
spearheaded fully
automatic heating
systems for high
user comfort and
convenience, as well as
operational reliability.
Hargassner solutions
can also be easily
combined with solar
energy, heat pumps and
other green heat sources. Maximining customer’s
net-zero potential and helping them reach their
sustainability goals and increasing energy efficiency.
Hargassner’s pellet boilers are characterized by
flexibility and the variety of options available. From a
single-family home to large commercial enterprises,
the company’s pellet boilers range from 6 to 330
kiloWatts (kW) and have been praised for their
efficiency and eco-friendliness.
The company’s wood log boilers are also highly
adaptable. Using highly efficient combustion
sequences with an implemented lambda probe,
Hargassner’s wood log boilers offer extremely robust
combustion chambers and easy-to-use control via an
advanced display panel. The company’s creative wood
gasification process also guarantees prime efficiency
levels and the lowest emission values – even with
bigger wood logs.
Hargassner’s innovative approach also extends to
heating with wood chips. The company’s versatile
cascade solutions offer outputs of up to 2,000kW
and, with its intelligent wood chip storage systems,
Hargassner also offers customisable solutions for
storing wood chips for the most efficient firing of its
boilers.
Among Hargassner’s array of biomass boilers, its
range of combination boilers stand apart for their
unparalleled versatility and efficiency. Combination
boilers combine logs and pellets for a superior
heating supply and optimised combustion, as well as
state-of-the-art control technology and Hargassner’s
combination boilers have been recognised the world
over, winning awards like the 2025 Plus X Award.
With a blend of log and pellet heating, Hargassner’s
combination boilers
benefit from supreme
flexibility. Its Nano-PK
and Smart-PK pellet
boilers, and Neo-HV and
Smart-HV log boilers,
can be combined for any
customer's needs. The
system automatically
switches from logs
to pellets, meaning
customers can utilise
multiple fuel sources in
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Biomass Heating Company of the Month
line with budget and availability.
Industrial heating is a sector where biomass
boilers have been traditionally outperformed by
non-renewable solutions, however Hargassner is
shifting that perspective in a major way. Unique to
the UK market, Hargassner’s industrial grade boilers
are designed for continuous high-performance
operation and have been utilised in hospitality,
heating plants and large commercial industrial
enterprises.
One of the most unique features of Hargassner’s
business model is its role as a full-service provider.
In addition to supplying the highest quality biomass
boilers, Hargassner also installs and services its own
products across the UK.
Its team of nationwide installers provides full
technical support for installation and offers both
full and interim services, as well as system water
sampling and filtration, flue gas analysis for output
optimisation and on-site operator training. Its 360
coverage even extends to biomass optimisation and
advice, ensuring customers can make full use of their
investment in this crisis-proof and price-stable fuel
source.
The company's extensive warehouse stores
thousands of parts that are necessary for its
dedicated full-service
provision. Managing
Director, Christian
Siessl, explains the
importance of this vast
part stockpile, “It’s
absolutely necessary for
us to have a warehouse
full of spare parts. It
allows for a very quick
response time, not just
for our own engineers,
but also for installers
and homeowners alike.
So, if our installers
need any parts, they
can order directly from
us in Hereford, and
then we can ship it
straight to their site or
wherever it’s needed.”
“As only authorised
and trained service
partners are entitled to use the Hargassner quality
seal, the company ensures its highly professional
boiler service and maintenance. Christian told us this
exclusivity gives the company its professional edge,
“Our focus is solely on our own products. We don’t
stock or service third party boilers, so this hyperfocus
means we are incredibly efficient and can
deliver targeted expertise no matter what issue the
customer is facing. We have a huge range of boilers,
and we are able to provide direct service to each of
them. That’s very unique in the industry.”
2025 represented a year of expansion for Hargassner.
Its presence grew in the UK with an expanded
service and installer network, and several successful
appearances at trade
shows and exhibitions.
As the company looks
forward, the mission
remains to increase
awareness of the
viability and benefits
of biomass heating
systems by providing
the best-in-class
products to customers
of all requirements.
With over 40 years
of experience and
thousands of satisfied
clients, Hargassner
has cemented its
position as a global
leader in biomass
heating solutions.
Its commitment to
customer service is
buttressed by the
company’s steadfast dedication to innovation and its
pioneering spirit has elevated its industry standing
beyond simple heating systems.
The brand is widely known for its low emission
products and the high efficiency, reliability of both
its boilers and speedy service; but Hargassner’s
emphasis on research and quality management is
truly the company’s standout achievement. This
dedication to always strive for the best means
Hargassner is not only creating more sustainable
solutions for now, but ensuring a greener planet for
the future.
T 01432 513777
office@hargassner.co.uk
www.hargassner.com/uk-en
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Farm Business Innovation
Join the UK’s premier event for
farmers and landowners
renewable energy, direct-to-consumer sales,
and more.
The Farm Business Innovation Show is
the UK’s only event dedicated to farm
diversification.
Over two days, farmers, landowners, and rural
entrepreneurs will discover innovative solutions
and opportunities to enhance and diversify their
income. The show provides a comprehensive
platform for networking, learning and
inspiration, offering you the support needed to
diversify and optimise your land.
You’ll meet a range of exhibitors ready to discuss
income-generating opportunities beyond
traditional farming, such as agritourism,
Empowered Projects
At Empowered Projects, we believe
renewable energy should work harder
for those who invest in it. As independent
consultants, we help businesses, landowners,
and communities across the UK design and
deliver projects that maximise value from
wind, solar, geothermal, and battery storage.
Our role is to take the complexity out of energy
decisions and turn ambition into reality.
In a time of uncertainty in the sector it’s time
to take advantage of insightful seminars, panel
discussions, and hands-on workshops, designed
to equip you with practical advice and solutions
to help you generate new income streams
beyond traditional farming.
We are excited to announce that this year,
the Farm Business Innovation Show will
be co-located with the Land, Leisure and
Tourism Show at Birmingham’s NEC from 5-6
November 2025. The Farm Business Innovation
Show is dedicated to empowering farmers,
landowners and agricultural professionals with
the knowledge, tools and inspiration to drive
innovation, diversification and growth in their
businesses.
This premier event brings together industry
experts, suppliers and thought leaders to create
a dynamic platform for learning, networking
and discovering new opportunities.
If you’re eager to find inspiration, diversification
opportunities and innovative ideas to generate
more profit from your land, then you won’t want
Our clients trust us
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to miss the Farm Business Innovation Show!
With the current economic climate, farms and
landowners are looking for ways to diversify and
innovate their businesses and operations. They
are looking for new income sources, cost savings
and ways to increase efficiency in their business.
Hundreds of exhibitors have discovered The
Farm Business Innovation Event allows them to:
❦ Engage key decision-makers
❦ Build brand awareness
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Where we stand out is in the detail. Rather than
simply filling a roof or field with panels, we
look at how energy is used, how it connects to
the grid, and where the greatest opportunities
lie. From upgrading transformers and
consolidating meters to modelling grid capacity
and on-site demand, we explore every angle to
make sure projects deliver long-term returns.
That thoroughness
has made us a
trusted partner for
farmers with highdemand
operations
such as dairies, where energy costs can be
transformed into new efficiencies. Estate
managers and high-value landowners also
turn to us to consolidate usage across sites,
ensuring their assets work as hard as they
do. Community energy groups rely on our
advice too – organisations such as Bath and
West Community Energy and Bristol Energy
Co-operative count on us to help shape projects
that deliver social benefit alongside financial
security.
Our clients tell us they value the way we
stay invested from start to finish. We do not
hand over a design and walk away. Instead,
we guide each project from concept through
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That end-to-end commitment means we share
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Empowered Projects is more than a consultancy
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Farm Business Innovation
The UK’s leading glamping pod manufacturer
Coal Bunker Glamping Pods exhibited at
Farm Business Innovation 2025 on the 5-6
November at the NEC, Birmingham.
Coal Bunker has been heavily involved in the
leisure industry over the last decade, working
with some of Europe’s leading glamping
specialists.
As the demand for high-quality glamping
accommodation continues to rise across the UK,
Coal Bunker is setting a new standard in design,
craftsmanship, and complete service delivery.
Based in Wales, this forward-thinking company
is redefining what’s possible for farmers and
landowners looking to diversify their income
streams through leisure and tourism.
Expertly
manufactured and
assembled to the
highest standard,
each pod is designed
to blend luxury
with practicality,
providing guests with
a unique, comfortable
experience that
captures the essence
of outdoor living while
maintaining all the
comforts of home.
What truly sets Coal
Bunker apart is their
comprehensive, endto-end
service. The
team aren’t just expert
builders – they are fully qualified electricians,
plumbers, and wood-burning stove installers,
allowing them to manage every aspect of the
project. From initial design and planning
through to installation and final fit-out, Coal
Bunker ensures every detail is taken care of.
This all-in-one approach removes the stress for
clients, reducing errors, speeding up delivery
times, and ensuring the final accommodation
is ready to generate returns as quickly as
possible. For farmers and rural business owners
exploring diversification, Coal Bunker offers not
just a product – but a partnership that brings
creative vision and technical expertise together
under one roof.
With their commitment to quality, innovation,
and local craftsmanship, Coal Bunker is helping
to shape the next chapter of the UK’s thriving
leisure and glamping industry. Visitors to the
Farm Business Innovation Show are encouraged
to meet the team and discover how these
exceptional glamping pods can transform
unused land into a lucrative and sustainable
business opportunity.
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Pear Technology
Mapping, GIS and Survey
Software, Services And Hardware
Pear Technology specialises in digital
mapping services, GIS software and
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Est 1995 and resellers of Ordnance
Survey map data, we provide
geographic solutions for land, property
and environmental management to the
private and public sectors.
We can create bespoke one-off plans
for your needs and/or deliver systems
empowering you with an ability to
create your own maps in house and
manage your assets over time. If no
location information exists for your
assets, we offer GNSS data capture
options for hire and purchase so that
these can be surveyed. Linking your
geographies to record entries in other
systems and online hosting is also
possible.
If you are frequently dealing with
different areas of land our online Map
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for sourcing OS topographical detail
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If you are in the public sector, we
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membership to access the OS data that
you need.
We are also happy to advise on a
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Development and
Land Management.
Links with Landmark
Key Prime. Share
via Google Earth,
What3Words, Web
Maps and to/from
CAD.
Use Ordnance
Survey, Land
Registry, RPA, Aerial
Imagery and Other
Data.
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Arable Farming
CropTec review
CropTec brought together
progressive farmers, growers,
agronomists, advisors and
technical experts for cutting-edge
seminars, networking, discussions
and leading exhibitors at the
all-new NAEC Stoneleigh location.
With a focus on exchanging
technical arable knowledge,
scientific research and forwardthinking
networking, visitors were
kept up-to-date with the latest
innovations and research findings.
The seminar sessions featured
industry experts discussing hot
topics such as the water quality
versus quantity debate, business
resilience, crop nutrition and
protection and the latest findings
on sustainable farming practices.
With over 150 exhibitors and two
new zones: Agri-Tech Centre
Start-up Zone and the Soil
Association Certification’s Regen
Zone, visitors were treated to
the latest AI innovations such as:
in-field sensors for automated
insect monitoring and CLAWS:
robotic AI technology designed to
support farmers with weeding and
scouting.
CropTec attracted exhibitors from
across the entire arable sector
including: farming insurance,
agricultural data integration
platforms, carbon certificates for
climate-friendly farming practices,
crop cooling pedestals and
moisture meters, self-propelled
sprays, R&D for agricultural and
horticultural contracts and much
more.
Contact
www.croptecshow.com
Hectare Trading
Sorbus unveils leading
Plant Health Range at
CropTec
orbus International Ltd, a
Sleading name in the supply
of Arboriculture, Forestry and
outdoor industry products,
proudly showcased its highly
respected plant health range at
CropTec. The unveiling displayed
an array of specialised equipment,
including Pocket Diagnostic
plant health tests, Soil Mania soil
health sensors, precision ARS
professional Japanese Pruning
tools, and Avengelus Trichodermabased
products for effective fungal
eradication.
Their presence reaffirms Sorbus’s
commitment to aiding agricultural
practices by providing farmers with stateof-the-art
tools and technologies. Having
been comprehensive suppliers into the
Arboriculture and Horticulture industries
since 2007, the company is now beginning
of their venture into Agriculture, with
exciting developments on the horizon.
In addition to their plant health range,
Sorbus offer an impressive online
platform featuring a user-friendly website
and trade shop. The platform is stocked
with a wide range of hi-tech, personal
protective equipment (PPE) and grounds
maintenance equipment, ensuring that
farmers, arborists and outdoor workers
alike have easy access to all the resources
they need.
As Sorbus continues their innovation in
agriculture, the industry can expect a
first-class service from enquiry to delivery
with a dedicated team of customer service
experts. Stay tuned for more updates or
get in touch with Sorbus today.
For more information, please contact:
T 01373 475540
sales@sorbus-intl.co.uk
www.sorbus-intl.co.uk
ectare Trading, formerly known
Has Graindex, was rebranded last
November introducing enhanced features
designed to make grain trading smart,
simple and effective. The app puts farmers
in control, broadening their trading
opportunities by connecting them with
verified and credit-checked buyers across
the UK.
The new app enables farmers to trade with
the largest network of buyers around the
UK, to compare the latest ex-farm prices
on offer and read breaking news from
trusted sources. And the best part? It’s free
for farmers.
The new features were developed based
on valuable feedback from existing
customers, resulting in the ability to
receive bids from buyers for different
movement months and tonnage volume.
Launched in 2016 by CEO Jamie McInnes
and arable farmer Andrew Huxham,
Hectare Trading has emerged as the UK’s
leading grain marketplace.
“By connecting an entire network of buyers
and sellers directly and providing the tools to
trade quickly and confidently, we are making it
easier than ever to find fair prices and increase
efficiency. This is a win-win
for everyone involved in the grain
supply chain.” Andrew Huxham
Set up your demo today
0800 689 1517
sales@wearehectare.com
www.wearehectare.com
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Arable Farming
Cereals Show Preview
This year’s Cereals event takes place from
10-11 June 2026 at its new location at
Diddly Squat Farm in Chipping Norton,
Oxfordshire
The event usually accommodates over
24,000 farmers, agronomists and industry
professionals who join together at Europe’s
leading technical event of the year.
The Cereals Event is a key occasion in the
arable calendar with unmissable networking
opportunities. This year’s show features
over 600 leading exhibitors and sponsors,
alongside a number of products, services,
crop plots, sprays & sprayers, machinery and
much more.
In addition to the wide variety of exhibitor
plots, Cereals also curates a wide spread
of popular winter wheats on the RL with
varieties representing all winter wheat
groups 1-4. This gave growers the opportunity
to walk among these in one place for side-byside
comparison.
Cereals also includes a jam-packed
programme of over 200 machinery
demonstrations including a drill area, drone
demonstrations, the Isuzu Offroad Driving
Experience, a Syngenta Sprays & Sprayers
Arena, as well as Mechanical weeding demos
presented by Garford.
Visitors can explore expert-led seminars,
panel discussions, and workshops covering
the most pressing issues in UK agriculture,
including regenerative farming, UK
government legislation, finance and
succession planning, and farm safety.
Gain relatable, insightful and actionable
knowledge to drive your farm’s success
Built in Lincolnshire, with a
heritage which traces back over
115 years, Fruehauf are the United
Kingdom’s leading manufacturer of
Tipping semi-trailers.
Following its purchase by MV
Commercial in 2021, Fruehauf has
seen a £9.5 million investment in its
Grantham manufacturing facility
and a new management team,
bringing with them expertise and
experience earned within the bulk
haulage industry.
We offer a true one stop facility
that is unrivalled by any other UK
manufacture within the sector. This
includes Spare parts, an in-house
finance team, repairs, servicing,
and trailer hire, all tailored to the
individual customer’s requirements.
in an ever-changing
landscape. Check out
the event that brings
together the best
advisors, the most
experienced farmers
and the leading
organisations to work
together, share and
learn for the future of UK arable farming.
For more information, see below.
www.cerealsevent.co.uk
Harvest ready
Tipping Trailers
and put straight to work from the
factory.
New are our “Harvest-ready”
trailers. These are brand new
tipping trailers, built to the highest
specification, in a range of colours
and are ready for immediate
collection. All trailers within
the range come fitted with auto
sheeting, weighing systems, LED
lighting and alloy wheels.
T 01476 515518
M 07964 979400
sales@fruehauf.co.uk
All new bulk tipping trailers are now
sanitised to TASCC requirements
and a certificate is included in
the handover pack. We also offer
a full in-house livery service, at
competitive rates, meaning that
a new trailer can now be collected
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The new INEOS Quartermaster
pickup truck
he INEOS Quartermaster made its debut at the
Thighly anticipated Goodwood Festival of Speed,
captivating attendees with its impressive features and
innovative design.
Arable Farming
Ryetec’s latest
Restorer range
The INEOS Grenadier stands out for its exceptional
durability and versatility. Built to withstand the toughest
terrains, this off-road vehicle is equipped with advanced
technologies, making it a reliable companion for
adventurous journeys. Its robust construction ensures
that it can tackle any obstacle with ease, whether it's
navigating steep slopes or conquering rocky terrain.
Coming from a collaboration between INEOS and
world-renowned designers, a remarkable fusion of style
and functionality was born. Notable innovations include
a cutting-edge suspension system, providing optimal
control and stability even in challenging conditions.
The Goodwood Festival of Speed saw INEOS launch the
new Quartermaster pick-up, their latest innovation.
Designed to carry a full Euro Pallet in the bed, INEOS
representatives expressed their excitement about the
Quartermaster's launch, highlighting its potential to
revolutionize the off-road vehicle market. Designers
were equally thrilled, emphasizing their vision
of creating a vehicle that would redefine off-road
adventures.
If you're interested in a 4x4 off-roader which will take
you on any adventure you want to go on, see the experts
at Sandicliffe INEOS Nottingham, or email simon.
taylor@sandicliffe.co.uk.
Contact: Simon Taylor
simon.taylor@sandicliffe.co.uk
T 0115 939 5000
Innovative agricultural equipment
he Aitchison brand has been well established for over
T50 years and is known in the agricultural industry
as claiming many “firsts” for the introduction of new
no-tillage technologies that have greatly helped farmers
become more effective and efficient in the quest for
healthy and productive soil.
Ryetec’s latest Restorer range has been well
received, with machines from 3 to 8 metres
working width. A customer who bought a 6 metre
Restorer earlier in the year and fitted it with an 8 row
Monosem maize drill completed 750 acres this spring.
Cereals launched the Vari-Width Restorer in 6 metre
form to be easily and quickly changed between 12
legs, 500mm leg spacing for conventional arable
low disturbance work to 8 legs, 750mm spacing for
specialist applications. The Restorer features the
unique Steering leg and disc common to all the range,
minimising frame and leg stresses and allowing the
machines to operate on tracked tractors and curved
headlands. The Restorers displayed featured the new
quick hitch packer rollers, allowing the toolbars to
operate standalone but quickly remove the packer
roller to hitch a drill or cultivator for maximum
flexibility, the ability to front mount all the machines
increase adaptability.
Its entire product range boasts innovation with a
high focus on creating environmentally sustainable
zero tillage seeding and soil management equipment.
Exhibiting at the Cereals Show, Aitchison showcased two
of its most popular products: the Grassfarmer ® and the
Seedmatic ® .
Grassfarmer ® is a clear reflection of the quality
workmanship that comes from 50 years’ experience in
building seed drills. Aitchison’s 3000 series Grassfarmer ®
gets more popular each year because of its low-cost
economy linkage models that are ideal for first time
zero-tillers. One of its main benefits is the unique
Aitchison ® sponge seed distribution system. Its gentle
and accurate and will sow most seeds in almost any
condition at rates ranging from as low as 1kg/ha (0.9lbs/
acre) and up to 350kg/ha (311lbs/acre).
There are two ranges in the 4000 Series of Seedmatic ®
AGT Seeds UK, part of the RAGT Group was back in
Rforce at this year’s events. Under sunny blue skies, the
company showcased some of its leading wheat varieties,
including RGT Rashid and RGT Stokes.
Rashid is a biscuit wheat, offering high yield performance,
with the best septoria tritici rating from all recommended
G3 wheats. Stokes is a high-yielding soft wheat, with
exceptional distilling potential.
The company is a leading European seed business, with
cutting-edge research and development programmes and
specialises in high-yielding varieties. Part of the RAGT
Group, RAGT Seeds is part of a rich agricultural history
dating back to 1919.
seed drills. Seedmatic Disc Models and Seedmatic Tine
Models both allow for successful seeding in a zero-tillage
way. Both are available in various sowing width from
1.2m to 6m trailed or mounted; mechanical and air seed
placement with or without fertiliser; and come combined
with the unique T-boots system.
For more information or to find a dealer, see below.
UK Manager Neil Ford
T 07487 301846
neil@aitchisonagri.co.uk
www.aitchisonagri.com
devastating impact of Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (BYDV)
on the agricultural community. It is estimated each year,
82% of the UK crop area could be affected by BYDV if left
untreated, which would cost the industry an average of
£136 million a year. (Source: UK Pests – Cost to Agriculture
– HGCA Research Review No. 70)
RAGT Seeds have come up with an ingenious solution,
bypassing insecticide sprays. Genserus varieties cleverly
control BYDV in wheat varieties through genetic
resistance. This state-of-the-art technology provides
salvation for crop farmers in the form of BDV2 trait,
reducing viral replication. Crops are protected throughout
the growth cycle, from planting to harvesting. For farmers
wanting to reduce the
New are the larger 500mm diameter cutting
disc which slices through trash, minimising soil
disturbance, cutting the ground as deep as possible
in front of the 15mm wide leg, the disc is supported
on a rubber cushioned support to prevent damage.
The new 5 metre Restorer was also launched, which is
based on the current 3 & 4 metre ALD Restorers and
also has the ability to work at 5 metres or fold and
work at 3 metres, ideal if the ground becomes heavier
across the field, on paddled headlands or horsepower
is limited due to the pressure of other work at busy
times. All models are now also available in Standard
build with a maximum working depth of 300mm
(12") or Heavy Duty build to work at upto 400mm (16")
deep.
www.ryetec.co.uk
Next-generational on-farm solution to BYDV
peace of mind. The BDV2 gene has been successfully
launched across Australasia and the USA and RAGT is the
only European supplier.
T 01799 533711
seeds.ordersUK@ragt.fr
www.ragt.uk
The expert team were on hand to discuss the documented,
use of foliar applied insecticide sprays this solution gives
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Dairy Farming
Showcasing the very latest in
science and technology
he Royal Association of British Dairy
TFarmers, the organiser of the UK’s
flagship dairy event, record this year’s
event as the most successful since its
launch in 2018.
With a plethora of dynamic speakers,
a host of over 80 new products and the
highest visitor number to date the event
was a resounding success.
Tech-giant Google delivered this year’s
keynote session discussing all things
consumer focused.
The Dairy Hub also played host to several
key industry names including Arla’s Paul
Savage, Bali Nijjar from Freshways and
Agriculture Counsellor Hillary Curnow
from New Zealand High Commission.
The Innovation Hub showcased new
The future of calf rearing
starts here
With over 30 years of
experience in specialised
calf rearing, Holm & Laue is THE
expert in advanced calf feeding
technology. Our innovative
solutions are trusted in more
than 56 countries worldwide. Our
product development is driven by
science, research and a focus on
healthy calves.
At the heart of our technology
is the CalfExpert, the market’s
only fully individual calf feeder
– a smart feeding system that
precisely tailors nutrition to each
calf’s needs. This not only ensures
optimal growth, but also provides
concepts throughout the day with talks
on new technology, breeding innovation,
grazing strategies and new diversification
opportunities, concluding with a session
focused on all things science and research.
The day saw the presentation of several
prestigious industry awards, the pinnacle
of which was the announcement of
the NMR RABDF Gold Cup winner.
Bisterne Farms were victorious, with
Farm Manager George Brown graciously
accepting the award from RABDF
Chairman Robert Craig.
RABDF Managing Director, Matt Knight,
said the show was without doubt the most
successful yet.
“It’s amazing to see Dairy-Tech growing
each year, the content across all aspects of
the event this year were second to none,
with top quality exhibitors, speakers and
products.
“With uncertainty still ongoing within
the sector it’s imperative we are able to
provide a platform, through Dairy-Tech,
to help equip farmers and businesses
with as much insight and knowledge
as possible to aid their success and
profitability.”
Next year’s Dairy-Tech event will take
place in 2027. More information is
available at: www.dairy-tech.uk
accurate, real-time data accessible
from anywhere in the world.
We’re also celebrating our
MilkTaxi’s 20th anniversary this
year. Two decades of innovation
have led to a lot of intelligent
features – for example SmartMix
that tells you exactly how much
milk powder is needed for perfect
mixing every time. Feeding curves
can be defined individually and
pasteurising whole milk helps to
prevent disease transmission.
Our product range is completed by
various housing systems for every
need. Igloos for various group
sizes, single and twin hutches – all
combined with intelligent feed
fences. Healthy outdoor housing
for better growth.
Holm & Laue – Because healthy
calves mean a productive future.
Visit us at:
www.holm-laue.com
The UK’s leading calf and
lamb feeding equipment
specialists
and A has
M been a
trusted name in
the mechanical
feed industry
since the 1980s. As
a family-owned
company, it brings
decades of handson
experience
and in-depth knowledge of feeding
machinery. This expertise has earned
them a strong reputation—not only
as a reliable supplier of new feeding
equipment for baby animals and
as a provider of machine servicing,
but also as a dependable source of
technical support with a commitment
to helping its customers identify and
implement the right solutions for
their needs.
Based in Leicestershire, M and A
are specialists in Forster Technik
equipment including spare parts,
second hand machines, repairs, as
well as brand new equipment like
the new ECO feeder and Vario Smart
Feeder that are suitable for lambs or
Driving dairy innovation:
Agri-King at the forefront
of livestock nutrition
Since 1968, Agri-
King has been
at the forefront
of innovation in
livestock nutrition.
As industry leaders
in nutritional
analysis and forage
preservation
technologies, Agri-
King, we believe
that capturing
the nutritional
value in feeds is
the key to profit,
animal health, and
sustainability.
By researching and developing
high-quality, data-driven nutritional
solutions, Agri-King empowers UK
& Ireland farmers to optimise their
operations by delivering reliable,
science-backed solutions that promote
animal health, sustainable practices,
and economic success.
At Dairy Tech 2025, Agri-King proudly
presented its industry-leading products
and services to the dairy farming
community,
equipping farmers
with the tools
and expertise
needed to optimise
feeding strategies,
boost animal
performance, and
drive overall farm
productivity.
One innovative
product showcased
was Ru-Max®, an
enzyme-based
rumen enhancer
designed to
improve digestion
and feed efficiency while reducing
mineral antagonism for cows. Ru-Max®
as well as other products in their Dairy
Programme range such as AKMC, Hoof
King, Dry Cow MicroPak and VT-Max®
are all formulated using the latest
technology and research to treat forages
and improve digestibility and nutrient
availability in cattle/cows.
Contact
www.agriking.co.uk
calves and come
with numerous
feeding stations
depending on your
requirements and
specifications.
M and A also stocks
spare parts and
feeding machines
from other major feeding machine
manufacturers such as URBAN,
VOLAC, BRITMIX an HIKO.
From lamb teats and teat holders
to calf teats, bucket feeders, Ewe2
feeders and parts, starter kits, feeder
pipes, and a wide range of accessories,
M and A offers a comprehensive, costeffective
product portfolio coupled
with a fast and reliable delivery service
that ensures you get what you need,
when you need it.
Contact
T 01572 850021
M 07836 387632
macsorder@live.co.uk
www.mandacalfsystems.co.uk
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UK Dairy Day
Dairy Farming
UK Dairy Day turned out to be another
successful event celebrating all things dairy.
The show welcomed everyone connected to the
dairy industry giving them the opportunity to
network, share knowledge, learn and do business
with each other. From existing to new exhibitors,
the event was a true reflection of the great support
from the dairy industry as well as the dedicated
team that year on year deliver the UK’s leading
free-to-attend dairy trade event.
The Principal Sponsors were Holstein UK, NWF
Agriculture, Crystalyx, and Lely. The timetable
was fully loaded with seminars, presentations,
cattle show judging, Grand Championships, award
ceremonies and competitions.
AG Products
AG Products are an agricultural
engineering and livestock
bedding company based in
Cheshire. AG dispensers are sold
worldwide and are the recipients
of multiple awards.
Our range of products help dairy
and poultry farmers improve
livestock health and farming
efficiency by allowing farmers
to use a variety of bedding
materials dependent on the
farm’s preference with a cubicle
dispenser to suit farms of any size.
Innovation is at the heart of
AG Products and the company
has invested heavily in research
and development to keep pace
with developments in dairy and
poultry farming. The company has
recently launched its DUO model,
a self-propelled bedding dispenser
and cubicle brush and optional
scraper that is fully rechargeable
to help reduce farmers carbon
footprint.
With many more exciting product
launches in the pipeline, AG
The Cattle Show attracted prestigious industry
expert judges such as Iwan Morgan, Brian
Weatherup Jnr, Colin Christophers, Gwyndaf
James, and John Waller, all of which have vast
experience in judging shows across the UK and
internationally.
There was also a Sharing Knowledge Zone
sponsored by Harper Adams that featured industry
panels discussing the future of the dairy cow,
seminars covering a range of subjects related to
dairy herds and farm business, a careers board
for exhibitors, sponsors and visitors to advertise
on, as well as table top exhibitors with displays
promoting industry initiatives, training providers
and charities.
And not to forget the New Product Competition
which is always a highlight. This year it was
sponsored by IDEXX, and featured 11 finalists from
new product entries launched into the market.
products mission is to be the
world’s number one dispenser
manufacturer by providing
farmers a range of machines to
meet the demands of current
farming efficiency methodologies
and capitalize on the data driven
and robotic advancements on the
farms of the future.
T +44 (0) 1565 722 922
www.ag-products.co.uk
Lely Center Midlands is a family
run business with over 70
years of experience in delivering
the latest agricultural technology,
innovations and solutions to
UK farmers. Based in Stafford,
the company also has hubs in
South West Wales, Cheshire and
Nottinghamshire.
Over its 10 years establishment,
it has evolved to provide a full
sale to service package that
includes project coordination
and aftersales support to its
customers. Its team of 10
engineers aim to work with
farmers to help increase the
efficiency and effectiveness of
their farm from a productivity
and financial perspective.
Specialising in all Lely products
from astronauts to vectors, its
engineers are based at their hubs
and available to give a fast and
reliable service all year round.
Alongside its sales support, in
This year’s award winners were:
BEST NEW PRODUCT
Methane Efficiency Index - Semex UK
HIGHLY COMMENDED NEW PRODUCT
Octaklean System - Kersia UK
JUDGES SPECIAL MENTION
SlurryForSoil - Sylgen Animal Health
UK Dairy Day 2026 will take place at the
Telford International Centre on Wednesday
16th September 2026.
www.ukdairyday.co.uk
Your automated milking
and feeding experts
house barn design expert and
farm management support
team, Lely Center Midlands
offers a complete and on-going
partnership to assist its robot
farmers in achieving the best
possible results from Lely
products.
T 01785 281250
www.lely.com/midlands
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Low Carbon Agriculture Review
The future of low-carbon farming takes shape at the NEC
ow Carbon Agriculture returns for 2026 taking place
Lon the 14th–15th January at the NEC in Birmingham.
Co-located with LAMMA and CropTec, it will make for a
particularly powerful convergence of sustainable farming,
machinery and arable-tech. As the only UK event focused
exclusively on low-carbon agriculture, the show is set
to spotlight how the farming sector can meaningfully
contribute to the country’s Net Zero ambitions.
Over two days attendees – farmers, landowners, industry
professionals and decision-makers – will have access
to four key sectors of content: Clean Energy, Farm
Technology Innovation, Environmental Business and Low
Emissions Vehicles.
management, on-farm generation, and how to maximise
the performance and value of existing assets.
Farm Innovation Technology will display the latest agritech
innovations across the show floor, complemented
by a dedicated programme of seminars offering practical
insight and guidance on how these technologies can
enhance efficiency, productivity and sustainability within
agricultural businesses.
biomethane and hydrogen. The sector will highlight the
practical opportunities these innovations present for
farmers and landowners, with live demonstrations and
test drives available throughout the show, giving visitors
a hands-on experience of the technologies shaping the
future of sustainable transport on the farm.
Clean Energy will spotlight the latest
renewable and environmentally
responsible energy solutions
available to farmers and landowners,
offering practical insight into energy
Environmental Business will
explore the sector’s path to Net
Zero and the challenge of balancing
sustainable food production with
environmental priorities. It will
bring together a wide range of
product and service providers
alongside a dedicated conference
programme, where leading advisors
will share insight and practical guidance on environmental
land management, regenerative farming, sustainability
strategies, and the measurement, management and
reduction of harmful greenhouse gas emissions.
Low Emission Vehicles will showcase the latest lowand
zero-carbon vehicles and machinery, alongside
non-fossil-fuel alternatives powered by clean electricity,
For farmers and landowners this isn’t just about
equipment – it’s about future-proofing their business.
From exploring clean-energy investments, evaluating
low-emission machinery options to learning how to strike
the balance between sustainable food production and
ecological stewardship – this show offers a blueprint for a
resilient, climate-smart agricultural future.
With free entry, this event is an unmissable opportunity
for anyone serious about the transition to sustainable
agriculture - whether you want to explore new
technologies, seek advice on land-management strategies,
or simply connect with like-minded professionals charting
the transition to low-carbon farming.
For more information, please see below:
https://www.lowcarbonagricultureshow.co.uk
Kingsley Asset Finance: Helping businesses across the UK
access flexible funding solutions tailored to their needs
Established in
1995, Kingsley
Asset Finance
is a trusted,
privately-owned
independent
finance company
based in Chorley,
Lancashire.
For over 30
years, we’ve
been helping
businesses across
the UK access
flexible funding
solutions tailored
to their needs.
Our independence
means we make
commercial
decisions quickly,
ensuring funds are released promptly to
keep your business moving.
We specialise in asset finance and
refinance of vehicles, machinery and
equipment for agricultural businesses.
Whether you’re investing in new or
used assets or, releasing equity from
owned equipment, we consider every
proposal on its merit. Our experienced
underwriters take a personal approach,
looking beyond the numbers to find
solutions that work.
Unlike mainstream lenders, we have
the flexibility to fund a wide range of
assets and industry sectors, including
agriculture and farming. Combine this
with our high level of service, quick
turnaround, and genuine interest
in your success, and you’ll see why
hundreds of businesses choose
Kingsley Asset Finance.
If you need a safe pair of hands and
a commercial approach to business
finance, contact us today. Let’s make
your plans happen.
Find us in Hall 4, Stand: LCA246
Please visit:
www.kingsleyassetfinance.co.uk
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Autodiscovery: RASR Project
Soil is vital for our wellbeing: 95% of global food
production relies on soil, it is home to a quarter
of all terrestrial species, and it plays a crucial role in
storing carbon and water, which helps mitigate climate
change and prevent flooding. Yet, soils around the
world are being degraded.
Practices to improve productivity and profitability are
being promoted -precision use of inputs, reducing
tillage, crop rotations, biological fertilisers. These
practices can improve soil health, which in turn
improves yields, crop resilience and ultimately a more
economically and ecologically resilient agri-food sector
in the UK (Soil Association-Save our Soils, 2021).
Cost and accuracy associated with current soil
sampling and analysing techniques are holding back a
potential revolution in the way conventional agriculture
views and monitors our most precious asset. This has
been validated by several English farmers who strongly
advocate for this project.
The aim of RASR project is to accelerate the automation
and standardisation of soil health sampling,
monitoring and analysis to unlock soil resilience
metrics, productivity gains and emerging markets, and
progress towards net zero emissions, for UK farmers
& growers.
The ability to measure, monitor and verify (MRV) soil
health, biodiversity and carbon is becoming more
important, particularly for businesses wishing to
partake in new government schemes (DEFRA SFI,
ELMS and BNG) and carbon markets.
The project is a collaboration between industry
E-Nano, Autodiscovery and list.io and academia
Harper Adams university will bring a combined
product to market late 2026.
The Robotics & Automation for Soil Resilience
(RASR) consortium will develop a cost-effective,
2nd generation, fully autonomous robotic platform
designed and tested across a range of terrains and farm
types whilst incorporating an agnostic ‘plug
and play’ sensor payload.
The output of the project will consist in 5 working
prototypes equipped with sensors suitable for
delivering commercially viable (affordable) soil health,
carbon, and biodiversity data in farming environments.
A prototype web application have been developed
Low Carbon Agriculture Review
to ensure data gathered during the project can be
presented in an easy to understand way to end users.
We have tested many different soil sensors and
robots to select the most suitable for a large variety
of agricultural environments while keeping the
size and thus cost as low as possible. We have used
AutoDiscovery’s Bunker Pro, RTU v4 and Mule
robots. If you want to find out more about
RASR and the project outcomes, please
contact us at: info@autodiscovery.co.uk
or visit: https://autodiscovery.co.uk
Hargassner at the Low Carbon Agriculture Show: The
future of sustainable heating in Birmingham
Now, more than ever, the agricultural sector
is looking for sustainable heating options
for farms, greenhouses, and buildings. With
eco-friendly, carbon-neutral fuel options,
biomass boilers from Hargassner are becoming
increasingly popular across the UK. Among the
several thousand boilers installed in Great Britain,
some even serve the Royal Family, including a
Magno-VR 500 at the private Sandringham Estate.
Hargassner (former Gilles) is a well-known
manufacturer of high-quality biomass boilers,
heating containers and thermal solar panels, with
more than 4 decades of experience and a presence
in 43 countries worldwide. The boilers range from
20kW to 2.5MW and run on wood chips, wood
pellets and wood logs. Hargassner offers a tailormade
biomass boiler system for every requirement
– from single-family homes to large-scale
installations for farms, greenhouses and industrial
applications or even drying of grain and animal
feed. The powerful Magno industrial-series boilers
have been specially designed for continuous, reliable
high-performance operation, with cascades capable
of delivering heat outputs of up to 10MW.
Carbon neutral and highest efficiency
From wood pellets to wood chips and logs, biomass
is made from residual wood from domestic forests
and the sawmill industry. In this way, British
farmers and foresters can even supply themselves
with their own affordable wood chips, promoting
the local economy while recycling waste wood
sustainably. Even though farm-based renewable
heating systems require high upfront investment,
they ultimately help businesses cut both costs
and emissions, and they allow farmers to gain
independence from oil and gas.
Maximum comfort and longevity
Visitors will discover Hargassner’s heating technology
at the UK’s only event dedicated to showcasing lowcarbon
solutions for a sustainable farming future.
The Low Carbon Agriculture Show explores boilers,
accessories, and expertise to reduce the carbon
footprint while heating reliably and independently.
Fully automatic technology
All Hargassner products come with the latest fully
automatic biomass heating technology for every
power range. With remote control via mobile
phone or tablet, settings can be easily adjusted and
boiler status monitored from everywhere at any
time. Low maintenance and long operational life
are guaranteed.
Visit Hargassner Biomass Heating at the Low
Carbon Agriculture Show, 14th–15th January,
Hall: Stand: LCA332, NEC Birmingham. Discover
low-carbon heating technology that already
benefits more than 185,000 customers worldwide
and learn how Hargassner can tailor settings to
your individual situation. More information at:
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Groundswell Update
Regenerative farming visitors 35%
up at Groundswell 2025
in the farm’s woodland.
Groundswell 2025, which ran from 1-3
July, welcomed over 10,000 visitors to the
Cherry family’s Lannock Farm near Hitchin
in Hertfordshire. The sell-out regenerative
agriculture event included over 400 speakers from
around the world, including the ‘grandfather’ of
regen ag, North Dakotan farmer, Gabe Brown.
In addition to the diversity of topics & speakers on
the 10 stages, visitors joined farm-wide practical
demonstrations across the mosaic of farmland
habitats hearing from hands-on practitioners
about mob grazing, birdlife, hedgerow
biodiversity, no-till potato growing & some had a
magical foray into an audioscape of soil acoustics
Widely considered as THE immersive ‘regen
ag’ event, content centred on principles of
regenerative agriculture – minimising soil
disturbance, keeping the soil surface covered,
maintaining living roots, maximising crop
diversity, re-introducing livestock to the farm.
Keynote speaker Gabe Brown, the author of
his world-famous book ‘Dirt to Soil’, shared
his journey from conventional to regenerative
agriculture, emphasising the importance of
mimicking nature. He highlighted the significant
improvements made to his 6,000 acre farm,
including increasing soil organic matter, reducing
erosion, and growing higher yielding crops
without synthetic inputs since 2007, stressing
the need for diversity, living roots, and animal
integration.
Praising the spirit of the regenerative community,
he said, “When we regenerate soils, we regenerate
people, communities and natural ecosystems.
That’s the kind of thinking that we need to
scale. That’s why it’s so exciting to be here at
Groundwell and see so many people want to take
on this challenge. When we go home and look
in the mirror, we have to realise that challenge
starts with each and every one of us. That’s
the kind of thinking that we need to scale, not
more bureaucratic compliance checklists and
subsidies.”
Interjecting policy into the collective conversation,
Steve Reed, Defra Secretary of State attended the
event on 3 July. He repeated the Government’s
commitment to its £2.7 billion annual investment,
over three years, for sustainable farming and
nature’s recovery. Funding for farmers through
the Environmental Land Management Schemes
increasing by 150% to £2 billion by 2029 and
announced a £150 million capital grant round
and a reformed SFI scheme due to reopen in early
2026.
Groundswell returns to Lannock Farm next year
from 1-2 July 2026. This is our pick of the best
exhibitors from this year’s event, listed here in
alphabetical order: British Society of Soil Science.
Further details can be found on this page and the
next.
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Healthy soil, healthy food,
healthy world
Groundswell Update
It is clear, now more than ever, that we
need to protect our natural world and soils
are a major part of this. They are vital to
the sustainable future of our planet and are
essential to life as we know it. Events such
as Groundswell that focus on regenerative
agriculture and the importance of soil are a
fantastic forum for researchers, practitioners,
policymakers and stakeholders to come together
and discuss this topic further. However, there is
still a gap in the knowledge around this subject
and that is where
organisations such as
the British Society of
Soil Science come in.
The British Society of
Soil Science (BSSS)
is an established
international
membership
organisation
committed to the
study of soil in its widest aspects. The Society
brings together those working within academia,
practitioners implementing soil science in
industry and all those working with, or with
an interest in soils. We promote research and
education, both academically and in practice,
and build collaborative partnerships to help
safeguard our soil for the future.
BSSS believes that healthy soils are the
foundation of a sustainable future. Our Mission
is to support and promote the discovery of
new knowledge of soils and their role in global
sustainability, and our Vision is to ensure
sustainable soils for people and planet. We aim
to make a positive difference in the sustainable
management and long-term security of soils
that is critical to solving the environmental and
societal challenges we face today.
We have exhibited at Groundswell for several
years with our Corporate Member, ADAS, and
our stand is always busy with curious minds
looking to learn more about soils and why they
are essential to our ecosystem. As the
event continues to grow, we are always
reassured to see that the enthusiasm and
willingness to learn from delegates has not
waned in that time. Together with ADAS,
we have a soil pit on the stand where our
members can get their hands dirty and
explore soil structure and learn about
soil functions. We also go to the event to
engage with farmers and land managers
and provide advice and possible solutions
to any problems they are experiencing.
Groundswell is also an opportunity to
inspire a new generation of soil scientists
and to reinforce our message of soil health
is climate health, food health and future
health.
While Groundswell is a key highlight of
the Society, it is only part of what we do. We
run a range of conferences, events and training
courses to meet the needs of our members. We
offer grants to support vital research and give
people opportunities to learn more about a soil
specific subject. We
also help to educate
our members through
monthly webinars and
also a new podcast
which has featured our
Patron, Kate Humble,
and farmer, Andy Cato.
In addition, a big part
of our organisation is
our engagement with
the government to
influence policy that supports our soils.
Soil holds the key to our planet’s past and future
and is the answer to our food, water and energy
security, mitigating and adapting to climate
change, the safeguarding of biodiversity, and
the protection of human health. We must focus
on maintaining and restoring our soils, finding
solutions to meeting environmental targets,
achieve climate neutrality, zero pollution,
sustainable food provision and a resilient
and biodiverse environment. Many of the UN
Sustainable Development Goals cannot be
achieved without healthy soils, sustainable land
use and strong policy.
Soils that are in good and healthy condition, are
biodiverse, can store more carbon, absorb water,
improve water quality and reduce runoff from
cropland. In these soils, water is held for longer,
before seeping downwards having been purified,
contributing to groundwater formation.
Sustaining life in soil is essential to ensure soil
health, which supports our ability to grow food
and farm effectively. Put simply, healthy soil
equals a healthy planet and population.
Changing farming practices and properly
understanding life in soil is a long-term
investment and the essence for maintaining soil
health. Like us, soils need a balanced and varied
supply of nutrients in appropriate amounts to
be healthy. Agricultural systems lose nutrients
with each harvest, and if soils are not managed
sustainably, fertility is progressively lost, and
soils will produce nutrient-deficient plants.
Simply increasing soil organic matter alone
improves moisture holding capacity and soil
structure, so when it rains, more of it soaks into
the ground, reducing flooding.
Part of our strategy is to educate and inspire
the next generation of soil scientists through
knowledge exchange and engagement. We
need to come together, create knowledge, share
experiences, shape agendas and find solutions to
conserve our soils. It is time we take a ‘ground up’
approach to protect our most valuable resource,
that supports life on Earth; our soil.
+44 (0)1234 752983
admin@soils.org.uk
https://soils.org.uk
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Farming Services
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Recommended Supplier Directory
Euroby Limited is a leading UK environmental
waste equipment provider and well-regarded
processing expert based in Worthing, Sussex
with a factory/workshops in the Midlands.
Although originally formed in 1996 to provide
consultancy services to the power industry,
the level of the group’s technical expertise led
them to swiftly diversify into the water sector.
Adveco Ltd. is the trusted specialist provider
of bespoke, low carbon hot water and heating
systems to the building services industry.
We provide a wide range of options for gas
and electric water heating, incorporating the
latest gas water heaters and boilers, thermal
storage, heat pumps, solar thermal and heat
recovery technologies.
Börger products are known for their high quality.
Our core product is the rotary lobe pump.
Whether stationary, mobile or submerged
use – each pump is individually designed and
manufactured. Börger GmbH is a family-owned
enterprise from the German Münsterland with
subsidiaries all over the world. We are a strong
team of young and experienced people.
Cubic Apple is a UK-based company specialising
in energy assessment services for buildings,
including Commercial EPCs, TM44 Air Conditioning
Inspections, and Display Energy Certificates (DECs)
for public buildings, aiming to provide costeffective,
quality service via a national network of
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of service & cost, through our national network of
assessors, surveyors, consultants and engineers.
John Hanlon & Co Ltd. is a distinguished leader in
the heavy machinery industry, specialising in the
hire of loaders and handlers, as well as the sales of
high-performance Komptech machines. With a legacy
of excellence and a commitment to providing robust
and efficient equipment solutions, John Hanlon &
Co Ltd. has established itself as a trusted partner
for businesses across various sectors including
construction, waste management, and recycling.
Numac’s product range now includes waste
compactors – both static and portable units – as
well as a wide range of containers and skips. After
four decades of business it’s clear that if you are
in the recycling business, you’ve probably used
a Numac waste container. As a family business,
they understand the need to deliver the best value
for money to our customers whilst ensuring their
operational practices are of the highest quality.
CSO Group is a privately owned limited company
providing pollution solutions in the fields of:
Energy from Waste, Waste Water Treatment,
Municipal Solids Waste and General Industrials.
CSO now provides pollution solutions in the
Energy from Waste (EfW), Municipal Solids
Waste (MSW), Waste Water Treatment (WWT)
and General Industrial sectors.
Leachate Solutions is a leader in closed
landfill engineering and leachate treatment
plants. Providing solutions for effluent treatment,
process engineering and monitoring services.
Founded on a commitment to sustainability,
environmental protection and innovation, our
company brings together a team of experts
dedicated to providing services and engineering
solutions for our client’s needs.
EMT resolves issues with meters and aM&T
systems that have been badly fitted and are
inappropriate or wrongly installed. Energy
Metering Technology Ltd (EMT) was formed in
1993 by Colin Boughton-Smith to provide ‘turnkey’
solutions for energy and water management
by the use of emerging technology advances in
metering and communication systems.
At Water Process Solutions, they provide
some of the most trusted brands and
products in the chemical metering and
feed industry – many of which have roots
that date back over 30 years. They have
taken those reliable and tested designs and
improved them to keep pace with today’s
materials and control options.
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