Planting and seeding

We cover cutting-edge innovations, information and new equipment spanning all the planting and seeding processes. We provide modern farmers with all the most relevant news and information on seeding and planting equipment in today’s machinery market.

Fendt and the Ulm University of Applied Sciences teamed up to develop a seed planting robot named Fendt Xaver. Thanks to funding provided by the European Union, the duo created technology that enables farmers to deploy a swarm of small robots in a field, which are then ready to execute an assigned task. The robotic system consists of several parts....
Precision meets performance thanks to a redesigned row-unit and more options for customization to meet growers’ individual needs. AGCO introduces the Massey Ferguson VE Series planters. This full line of planters — from rigid and folding-frame planters to narrow transport and track planters — offers growers straightforward, dependable, durable planters that deliver consistent, accurate seed placement for optimum yields. “The VE Series...
Mamut is a new AI-powered autonomous robot prototype that can map and navigate in an unstructured, natural environment. It can alter its route depending on changes in plant and crop growth as well as inspect and monitor high-value crops like vineyards and orchards. But his ultimate goal is the automated collection of precise, granular data that can help growers/farmers be...
Kuhn North America, Inc., introduces two new trailed single-rotor rotary rakes, GA 4230 T and 4231 T. These two rakes build on the popularity of the previous generation of KUHN’s single-rotor rakes, but now incorporate Kuhn’s exclusive Masterdrive GIII double-reduction gearbox technology. Both rakes offer proven reliability with the Masterdrive GIII double-reduction gearbox allowing it to easily power through heavy...
The Montana pneumatic seed drill is highly appreciated both for its versatility of use and for the high degree of customization. Available in TL mechanical version and in VRT electric version, both can be equipped with the ISOBUS system. It will therefore be possible to communicate the electronic control system of the seeder with the Universal Terminals installed onboard the tractors, essentially the tractor ISOBUS...
Conserves the soil, compact and maneuverable for the best working results The new trailed AEROSEM seed drill with a working width of 5 metres combined with active tillage from Pöttinger combines high output performance with flexibility. Soil conservation and perfect placement of the seed are the most important factors. Pöttinger guarantees this as arable farming professionals with a precision universal...
Väderstad updates the pneumatic seed drill Spirit 400C/S, to provide added benefits in the farm. The new Spirit 400C/S brings great seeding precision, user-friendly electronics, and high field performance to the 4-meter seed drill segment. The new Spirit 400C/S includes the innovative E-Control control system including ISOBUS Task Control, updated hydraulics, SeedEye blockage monitoring, increased accessibility, and an updated design. The...
Grain Growers of Canada (GGC), on behalf of its 65,000-grain farmer members across Canada, would like to congratulate Justin Trudeau and the elected Liberal minority government. GGC looks forward to working together to ensure federal decisions are made with Canadian farmers and their families in mind. “Grain farmers appreciate Mr Trudeau and his government’s recognition that the Canadian economy, as...
Kuhn introduce the completed range of 4835 in-line rippers which now includes all models from 430R – 1130F and completely replaces the 4830 range. A new parabolic shank is now available as an option for all 4835 models. This shank provides more surface disturbance than an MRD shank and will be useful for customers looking to incorporate significant quantities of...
The CrustBuster Three-Section 50 Foot All Plant Drill quickly folds down to a narrow transport width of 16 feet, 8 inches. A choice of 7.5 or 10-inch spacing is available. The 4750's parallel linkage opener maintains constant down pressure throughout its 10 inches of operating range and its wobble slot precisely meters various kinds of seed. A standard hydraulic seed drive...