JJ Ltd has a long and successful history in the South Island. Established in 1958 in Invercargill, the company now employs around 90 staff, with branches in Gore, Mosgiel, Timaru, Ashburton and Christchurch. As well as being exclusive distributors for Agco product which includes Massey Ferguson and Fendt in the Canterbury area they are also exclusive distributors for Lely and Agmech machinery in Canterbury. JJ Ltd will be demonstrating machinery from all their manufacturers at this month's Field Days. JJ Ltd's Christchurch manager, Terry Gordon, said "we'll be demonstrating the New Zealand made AgMech feed out machinery. They're made just around the corner from us in Hornby and offer an extensive range featuring innovative engineering design and manufacture. "We're also going to demonstrate the Lely Welger Tornado bailer – a combination round bailer and wrapper that is totally variable and super quick." Mr Gordon said JJ Ltd is known for its unique partnership with the high performing Massey Ferguson brand. "Both JJ Ltd and Massey Ferguson celebrated 50 years of operation in New Zealand in 2008 thereby cementing our company names as the leaders in the South Island for agricultural machinery and service. There'll be plenty of Massey Ferguson and Fendt tractors on display this year, as well as some machines from the Massey Ferguson hay gear line." |
Mystery surrounds the launch of WaterForce's newest product at the South Island Agricultural Field Days. Vanessa Robinson, branch manager for WaterForce Christchurch says the company is currently flat out helping restore services to Christchurch following last month's earthquake. However, they are still on track to launch the new product. "We're focussing on controlling your farm, off farm," said Ms Robinson. "As a company we have a specialist team involved in the technical side of water monitoring and the new product is a continuation of that. WaterForce is aware new Central and Local Government rules and regulations going forward will impact on the rural sector. We're keen to ensure irrigation is not seen as 'wasting' water rather that irrigation is a carefully planned and monitored activity aimed at efficiently utilising water." "There are additional financial benefits of keeping soil at its optimum moisture level to ensure optimum crop productivity whilst saving on operational costs." WaterForce provides comprehensive monitoring of water usage- by using telemetry through radio and cell phone signals. Its web portal displays the information for management use and can be automatically processed and verified against consent conditions. At the South Island Argicultural Field Days WaterForce will also demonstrate its Ocmis irrigator and boom, the full range of which WaterForce can supply along with centre pivots. |
Specialist seed drill manufacturer Allen Custom Drills is proud to produce a New Zealand made product for New Zealand conditions. It designs and engineers new drills specifically for New Zealand conditions that last longer and are more economical. Craig Allen, the manager of the Ashburton based company, said we stand by our basic product however it's the innovative products created by my team that makes me extremely proud. We are always looking at ways to make direct drilling simpler, more cost effective and as maintenance free as is possible. "Having a rural and contracting background helps, it makes for a practical company," said Mr Allen. "It's important to us that we meet our client's needs, whether they are a small scale farmer or large scale contractor. We work closely with them to ensure all expectations are met and within budget. "Our latest custom designed drill, the Air Seeder Tyne drill, has a significantly lower cost than its competitors and lower horsepower requirements than disc drills. It can work widths of 3.0m or 3.6m rigid or folding 4.0m, 5.0m, 6.0m & 8.0m. The drill is of light construction but is durable and provides you with many options like 5 or 6 inch row spacing, fertiliser box, insecticide box and disc openers." |
Being able to offer farmers and contractors selected brands from a range of manufacturers is what sets Landpower out from its competitors. It is one of the largest privately owned farm machinery distributors in Australasia, with 12 franchised outlets and 50 independent dealers. With 30 years of experience Landpower has gained exclusive distribution rights to some of the world's best farm machinery brands. Landpower group CEO Richard Wilson said "we offer farmers and contractors a high quality alternative to multi-national companies that only offer one brand of machines for many different farming activities. Our selected brands come from a range of manufacturers that specialise and lead the world in machines for specific farming activities." The brands include CLAAS for tractors and harvesting equipment, Amazone for spraying and fertilising equipment, JCB for material handling, and Grimme for potato harvesting. Richard Wilson said Landpower will run a number of demonstrations at Field Days, including some of CLAAS' farm machinery range, which includes a high capacity advanced technology combine harvesters, new generation tractors such as the reversible-cab Xerion and balers. |
Tulloch Farm Machines is a family owned business specialising in forage harvesting equipment. Founded in 1952, Tullochs has adapted to meet the needs of the rural community and offers a range of equipment for forage harvesting; mowers, tedders, rakes, balers and forage harvesters. Managing Director John Tulloch is the third generation of his family to be involved in the business. "Our core focus has always been on forage harvesting, but we also sell machinery that supports that. For example, a Maize contractor will have a harvester, but they may also have a planter, so we stock a range of planters and seeders. "With dairy farming gaining strength in Canterbury," Mr Tulloch said, "there is growing interest in machinery to assist with feed like silage, hay and straw, which we also distribute via our dealer network." Key to this year's exhibit at Field Days is Tullochs' harvesting machines – the new Krone Big Pack, a square bailer that can manufacture traditional size bails right up to 120 x 130cm bricks, and the new Krone Comprima combination round wrapper and baler. |
CRT Co-operative – 100% owned by New Zealand farmers The South Island Agricultural Field Days is one of the major events on the farming calendar, one that is supported by the whole community. It is a show that is patronised by many thousands of CRT shareholders which makes it a very significant opportunity for CRT's field, FarmCentre and other key staff to catch up with the farmers who own this co-operative. CRT Canterbury regional manager Wayne May said Field Days is also an event for the farming family. "The roots of CRT lie in providing competition in the market for the benefit of New Zealand's farming families and this is still an essential part of what we do today. The Field Days also provides CRT with the opportunity to showcase the full range of services it offers to shareholders and other customers." The co-operative has again banded together with selected CRT card partners and retail suppliers who will be located at The CRT Village, to offer big deals and demonstrations for farmers. CRT's very own industry experts will be on-hand with technical specialists from all of the business's key sectors including real estate, fuel, feed, card, livestock, finance, retail, fertiliser, seed, horticulture and water systems. As well, there will be $20,000 of products to give away and the chance for farmers to bid for a three-bay shed in the charity auction. CRT cardholders can also take advantage of the subsidised buffet lunch for $10. |
25 years ago Brett Emeny created an advanced fertiliser processing and application system that achieves maximum efficiency out of traditional fertiliser products. Since then his company, Fine Particle Application NZ (FPA NZ) has grown into a nationwide business that helps famers grow high-quality grass at the lowest cost. Mr Emeny said FPA NZ's fertiliser processing and application system is scientifically proven to achieve maximum efficiency. "Farmers who use our technology to apply fertiliser achieve a much higher response rate (30:1) in grass growth per kg of nutrient applied – that's twice the response you would expect to achieve with traditional granular fertiliser application (15:1). "It's the only way to efficiently combine and accurately apply fertiliser and mineral combinations specifically prescribed to meet each farm's needs. It's efficient, works faster, lasts longer, dramatically minimises waste through losses to the environment and gives farmers the cheapest cost per kgDM produced than any other fertiliser system or supplements available today." FPA NZ invites you to come and see the team at the South Island Agricultural Fieldays - site #753 to find out more. |
Every visitor to the South Island Agricultural Field Days is in for a chance to win a Yamaha motorbike Yamaha has three farm bike dealers in Canterbury, all of which carry a good range of new and used bikes, genuine Yamaha parts and accessories to fit almost any bike or ATV. The three dealerships will all be represented at Field Days where they will give away a new AG100 valued at over $4000. Mike Gould Yamaha has been operating from Evans Street Timaru since 2008. Mike Gould Motorcycles has however been operating since August 2004. Mike, who has been working continuously in the industry since 1999, and his wife Jo are proud of the service which they provide to South Canterbury farmers. A fully stocked parts department and full workshop service ensures rapid turnaround and limited downtime. Photo: The Yamaha AG 100 |
McMillan Drilling Services (MDS) is a family owned business that operates 25 drilling rigs throughout New Zealand and the Pacific. It is one of the country's largest multidisciplinary drilling companies and MDS's success is partly due to its involvement, since the 1970s, in the growth and development of irrigation in Canterbury. General manager Iain Haycock says the business's main focus is constructing high quality water supply wells, however MDS has branched out to include a number of other specialist divisions including Site Investigations, Laboratory Services, Geothermal and Civil Construction. MDS personnel and equipment are shared between divisions in a bid to offer farmers a more comprehensive service. "During the construction phase of a water supply well we can test groundwater from an aquifer in the laboratory and check its quality before the well is completed and put into service," said Mr Haycock. "We can monitor the behavior of a well during the pumping phase using electronic transducers and flowmeters, and analyse the results to ensure the well is performing to its maximum potential." With 60 employees, MDS has a considerable amount of experience and 'Kiwi know how'. Mr Haycock says this experience is essential, particularly for those in Canterbury where the groundwater resource is complicated and drilling through challenging alluvial gravels is no easy task. The MDS crew will be based at site #789, if you want to talk to one of the team. |
Mt John Sprinklers Ltd offers an affordable and effective sprinkler irrigation system, the Stu's Sprinkler System, for all farm types. Designed and manufactured in Dunedin it's been put to the test in central Otago and has transformed 'rabbit country'. Director Noel Dennison said, "the system is ideal for large farming operations to life-style blocks and large gardens. It offers high performance at 15-60 psi, (1.5-4 bar) is not restricted by terrain, made from sturdy fibre reinforced plastic, is lightweight, easy to operate with low maintenance and is competitively priced." With three sprinklers available (Plastic Fantastic, Stumpy and We Squirt) the system will irrigate a radius of 13-30 metres, depending on the choice of sprinkler and jet size. Mr Dennison said "the sprinklers give total ground coverage of 6-8mm per hour, so in three hours 24 mm of light water droplets will be distributed in an even spread on the land." There are several options for irrigation systems available, including fixed grid on posts and hydrants for below ground level. Mr Dennison said two sizes of skids can be operated with a winch or linked together to enable towing by a motorbike or vehicle. "Timers allow choices in watering requirements and reduce labour costs and diffuser cones are a good option for hillside watering. "The system is capable of irrigating 70 acres in 36 hours – without going near the paddock." |
Exhibitor: Allen Custom Drills 
Exhibitor: Landpower 
Exhibitor: Tulloch Farm Machines 
Exhibitor: CRT 
Exhibitor: Fine Particle Application NZ 
Exhibitor: Yamaha New Zealand 
Exhibitor: McMillan Drilling Services 
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