English wine industry legend Kenneth McAlpine started his machinery dealership, Lamberhurst Equipment, by accident. Continue reading “Engineering heritage”
Engineering heritage
Feeding the vines
To spread fertiliser across the vineyard in a speedy way the broadcast applicator is best, normally requiring a pass up every third or fourth row, operating at a speed of four to six kph. Continue reading “Feeding the vines”
The international innovation event
The major three-day international biennial is the place to be in terms of innovation and a must visit show for professionals who are ready to take up the technological, environmental and economic challenges of today and tomorrow. Continue reading “The international innovation event”
A nip in the air
The Tow and Blow wind machine from New Zealand has now found a home in UK fruit farms and vineyards following success on the continent. Continue reading “A nip in the air”
Embarking on a new chapter
In 1995, the Worsley family launched Agricare to ensure that farmers in Kent would have an easily accessible and readily available supply of general agricultural sundries, consumables, and parts. Continue reading “Embarking on a new chapter”
Heavy duty and for hire
As autumn approaches, those looking to improve the management of the vineyard floor will begin to turn their minds to cultivation and drilling cover crops in the alleyways. Continue reading “Heavy duty and for hire”
New vineyard tractors at National Fruit Show
The new Landini Rex 4 Series of vineyard tractors will be centre-stage on the Horsepower UK stand at the National Fruit Show on 24 and 25 October 2018. Continue reading “New vineyard tractors at National Fruit Show”
Open day success
The first ever vineyard machinery demonstration day organised by Kirkland has proved to be a huge success. Continue reading “Open day success”
Rugged, workhorse UTV
A new utility vehicle series called K9 has been launched by KIOTI with the debut of the K9 2400 model. Continue reading “Rugged, workhorse UTV”
Debunking the de-leafer
One of the best things about working in the UK’s developing viticulture industry is the willingness among growers to share knowledge and discuss potential issues they have faced out in the vines. Continue reading “Debunking the de-leafer”