Farm Equipment Every Farmer Needs

Tractors are very popular farm vehicles that come in different sizes to fit all kinds of projects. They can pull wagons, plows, balers and lift buckets too.

Modern tractors can be fitted with many attachments, making them universal machines that can handle a variety of tasks. This makes them essential for farms of different sizes, from small to large.

Here are the main types of tractors that you may consider for your projects.

Compact tractors

These small but powerful tractors help with all the basic tasks needed on a farm or in a garden. They are great for moving materials and working in tight spaces where bigger tractors cannot go.

Popular models:

• John Deere 1025R;
• Kubota BX2380;
• Mahindra eMax 22;
• Yanmar YT235;
• New Holland Boomer 24.

Wheeled tractors

They are general-purpose farm machinery that can do a lot of different jobs. They can be used for tilling, moving materials, and pulling equipment. Wheeled tractors come in various horsepower and lifting capacities, and you can choose different cab styles to suit your needs.

Popular models:

• John Deere 6R Series;
• Case IH Magnum Series;
• New Holland T8 Series;
• Massey Ferguson 7700 Series;
• Fendt 900 Vario.

Tracked tractors

They have tracks instead of wheels. This design helps them move on uneven ground and provides a smoother ride for the driver.

Popular models:

• John Deere 8RT Series;
• Cat Challenger Series;
• Case IH Steiger Series;
• New Holland T9 Series;
• Fendt 1100 Vario MT.

Tillage equipment is important for getting the soil ready for planting. Tools like plows and harrows improve soil structure and health. Compared to doing things by hand, this equipment saves time and labor.

Plows

A plowing machine prepares the soil for planting by loosening the ground and killing unwanted plants. Plows are attached to tractors and come in three main types.

Disk plows

Also called harrow plows or one-way disk plows. They have several round disks that dig into the soil and are great for tough or rocky ground.

Popular models:

• John Deere 635 Disc Plow;
• Case IH True-Tandem 335;
• Kuhn Vari-Disc;
• Landoll 6230 Disc Plow;
• Bigham Brothers Disc Plow.

Rotary plows

Sometimes called tillers or rototillers. They use curved cutting knives on a rotating shaft and work well at high speeds, making them effective for preparing seedbeds.

Popular models:

• John Deere RT30 Series;
• John Deere RT22 Series;
• KUHN EL 92 power tillers;
• Forigo F25;
• Land Pride RTA Series Rotary Plow.

Chisel plows

Also known as rippers, they have pointed shovels that break up hard soil and help it breathe.

Popular models:

• John Deere 2430 Chisel Plow;
• John Deere 2410 Chisel Plow;
• Case IH Flex-Till 600;
• Kverneland CLG II Chisel Plow;
• Bush Hog 1560 Chisel Plow.

Harrows

Harrows are used after plowing to smooth and break up the soil’s surface. They help create a good environment for seeds, which leads to better crop growth and yields.

There are several main types of harrows for specific tasks.

Disc harrows

Have round discs set at an angle, making them great for mixing the soil and leftover plants. They’re especially useful in heavy or tough soil.

Popular models:

• John Deere 630 Disc Harrow;
• Case IH 3900 Series Disc Harrow;
• Kuhn Disc Harrow;
• Landoll 7431 Disc Harrow;
• Great Plains Turbo-Till.

Tine harrows

Feature long flexible prongs. These harrows aerate the soil and help with weed control, making them good for lighter soils and field maintenance.

Popular models:

• Steimer Emilia;
• Dal-Bo Cultitrail;
• Land Pride STH2024 Tine Harrow;
• Degelman Strawmaster;
• Summers SH3960.

Chain harrows

Have chains and spikes. These are useful for both preparing soil and maintaining fields. They can quickly level the surface as they can cover large areas quickly and efficiently.

Popular models:

• Steimer Zuza;
• Salford AW-CH series;
• SVD 200 series;
• Agro-Factory Lusa;
• Priefert PICH Series.

Spring harrows

Equipped with flexible tines that work well for breaking up the top layer of soil. They create a fine soil texture, which is ideal for planting seeds.

Popular models:

• Steimer Natalia PR;
• Joskin S.A. Scariflex R6S6;
• Summers SH3568;
• MA / AG MLE series;
• APV AS 600 M1.

Seeders spread seeds across the land quickly and efficiently. While smaller farms use hand tools or small mechanical seeders, larger farms typically use tractor-pulled seeders.

Common types of seeders used in agriculture are the following.

Broadcast seeders

Also known as rotary spreaders. These seeders work by holding seeds in a hopper. Inside the hopper, a rotating plate picks up seeds and spreads them evenly across the field. This method is great for planting cover crops and grasses but may not be the best choice for garden crops that need to be planted in organized rows.

Popular models:

• John Deere SS30B;
• John Deere SS10B;
• Brinly BS-36BH;
• Agri-Fab 45-0463;
• ABI PTO-Driven broadcast spreader.

Hydroseeders

They spray a special mixture over bare ground. This mixture, called a “slurry,” includes seeds, mulch, water, fertilizer, and biostimulants. The fertilizer helps the seeds grow, while the mulch keeps the seeds in place, protects them from wind and sunlight, and adds nutrients to the soil as it breaks down.

Popular models:

• Finn T60;
• Finn T90;
• TurfMaker 400;
• MSG HSR200;
• Turbo Turf HS-150.

Air seeders

These seeders quickly and evenly spread seeds over large areas. Seeds are measured and pushed by a strong stream of air through tubes. The seeds then land on the ground after being deflected off scatter plates. Covering tines may be used to help bury the seeds, ensuring they make good contact with the soil. This method allows for better spacing of crops, which can lead to higher yields while using less fuel and labor.

Popular models:

• John Deere N530 No-Till Air Drill;
• John Deere 1990;
• Kuhn Maxima 3;
• Kuhn Planter 3;
• Bourgault 7700.

Seed drills

These place seeds below the soil surface, protecting them from wind, rain, and birds that might disturb them. This helps the seeds stay in place and increases their chances of germinating.

Popular models:

• John Deere 1560 No-Till Drill;
• Kuhn PPK;
• Kuhn Select GG;
• Great Plains NTA 2000;
• Horsch Pronto 4 DC.

Precision planters

These are the most accurate types of seeders. They have blades and wheels with seedboxes that hold the seeds. The planter cuts into the ground, drops individual seeds, and then covers them up.

Popular models:

• John Deere 1775 NT Planter;
• Case IH 2000 Series Planter;
• Kinze 4900 Planter;
• Monosem NG Plus Planter;
• Kuhn PLM.

Balers, often called hay balers, are machines used on farms to cut and compress raked crops. While they are often associated with making hay bales, balers are also great for handling crops like cotton, straw, and silage. Their main job is to turn cut plants into bales that are easy to move and store.

These machines help in drying and keeping the nutrients in the bundled plants. Hay can be made into rectangular or round bales, held together by netting, wire, twine, or straps.

The most common types of balers are listed below.

Round

These machines make cylindrical bales. These round bales can stay outside without spoiling because they are tightly packed, which helps keep rain off.

Popular models:

• John Deere 460M;
• New Holland Roll-Belt 450;
• Vermeer 604 Pro;
• Case IH RB565;
• Kubota BV5000 Series.

Square

Also known as rectangular balers, these create rectangular bales that stack easily. They work quickly, making a new bale every 10 seconds or so, allowing farmers to produce over 1,000 bales in just one afternoon.

Popular models:

• John Deere 348;
• New Holland BC5060;
• Vermeer SQ3347;
• Case IH SB531;
• Kuhn SB 890.

Variable Chamber

These balers can adjust the size of the bale being produced, allowing the operator to create bales of different dimensions and densities. This flexibility is particularly useful for farmers who may have varying crop types and conditions.

Popular models:

• John Deere V451R;
• John Deere V461R;
• McHale V6740;
• Case IH RB 455/465 Series;
• Kuhn VB 560.

Fixed Chamber

These machines have a set chamber size that produces bales of a uniform size and shape. Once the chamber is set, it cannot be adjusted to create different bale sizes during operation.

Popular models:

• McHale F5;
• New Holland BR6090 RF;
• Vicon FixBale 500;
• Fendt Rotana 130 F;
• Kuhn FB 3130.

Farm trailers are also a necessity for your farm. They may be used for different purposes:

1. For moving harvested crops and large quantities of fertilizer, feed, and other materials;
2. For transportation of equipment, farm tools, and small vehicles.

To provide a better understanding, below is a list of the main types of farm trailers.

Flatbed

Flatbed trailers are typically used to transport heavy agricultural machinery like tractors or plows. With a flat surface and no sides, they allow for easy loading and unloading and can be used for many farming tasks.

Dump

These are designed to carry loose materials such as feed, gravel, and soil. They have a hydraulic system that allows them to tilt and dump their load, making them useful for unloading materials quickly.

Grain

These specialized trailers are designed for transporting bulk grains like wheat, corn, and soybeans. They have a large cargo space with a sloping floor for easy loading and unloading, perfect for moving crops from the field to storage or markets.

Bale

These trailers are for transporting hay bales, straw, and similar products. They have a flat surface with high side rails or cages to keep the bales secure during transport, making them ideal for moving bales from the field to storage or to feed livestock.

Investing in the right farm machinery not only speeds up operations but also maximizes efficiency and improves product quality. By carefully assessing specific needs, farmers can select the equipment that best suits their operations, ensuring they remain competitive in the agricultural sector.

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