Íæż½ã½ã

MacDon swather makes light work, cutting niche crop

Could the swather be making a comeback? Jane Carley speaks to one farm where the specialist machine has never gone away.

clock • 6 min read
G.W Wilson makes use of a self-propelled MacDon swather to cut borage grown on contract in addition to preparing the farm's own OSR for harvest.
Image:

G.W Wilson makes use of a self-propelled MacDon swather to cut borage grown on contract in addition to preparing the farm's own OSR for harvest.

The swather used to be a common sight, whizzing through oilseed rape (OSR) to cut the crop before picking up with the combine, shortening the drying time and minimising harvest losses. But the growing...

To continue reading this article...

Join Íæż½ã½ã

  • Íæż½ã½ã is the ultimate resource for farmers, providing unparalleled coverage of the key issues and trends affecting the agricultural industry.
  • Real-Time Updates: Get the latest news and analysis on what's happening in the agricultural sector right now. From market trends to technological advancements.
  • Expert Insights for Smart Decision Making: We provide in-depth articles and features designed to help you navigate the ever-changing agricultural landscape. From crop management techniques to livestock breeding strategies, our goal is to arm you with the tools you need for profitable farming.
  • Join the Íæż½ã½ã community today and unlock a world of knowledge and opportunities for your agricultural business. We are dedicated to supporting farmers like you, and our mission is to empower you with the information and resources needed to thrive.

Register now Become a member

 

Already a member?

Login

Used Krone 550 four rotor tedder

£±Ê°¿´¡

Used Suzuki 500 KQ ATV

£±Ê°¿´¡

New TFM galvanised ATV trailers in stock

£±Ê°¿´¡

More on Machinery

British manufacturer lands prestigious award at LAMMA

British manufacturer lands prestigious award at LAMMA

Industry innovation is critical for future success, and the LAMMA awards set out to celebrate the best and most innovative product developments from the machinery sector

clock 29 January 2025 • 3 min read
LAMMA Show 2025: Crop protection and tech

LAMMA Show 2025: Crop protection and tech

The FG Machinery team takes a look at the stand-out crop protection and tech products on display at LAMMA 2025

clock 29 January 2025 • 3 min read
John Deere remains UK's most popular tractor brand

John Deere remains UK's most popular tractor brand

The 2023 figures for UK tractor sales by brand show some changes to those from 2022, with strong market growth for New Holland

clock 27 January 2025 • 4 min read