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Market reports offer an in-depth view of product types for specific industry sectors such as fertilisers, sprayers and polytunnels to identify trends and emerging opportunities as well as potential threats in the market.
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Hedgecutters - Tractor-mounted cutting
The Razorback offers a big step up in hedgerow management, Sally Drury explains.
Hedgetrimmers - Battery power surge
The environment, public and operator all benefit from the increasing prevalence of battery trimmers, writes Sally Drury.
Crop protection: edibles armoury
New products are still coming through despite challenging regulations. Gavin McEwan reports on what's new for growers of edible crops.
Nursery Product Special: essential machinery
With labour increasingly difficult to source and getting ever more expensive, Sally Drury explores how the latest machines can help large and small nurseries.
Nursery Product Special: progressive plant labels
Design, images, information and flexibility are all factors but the materials used to produce labels are increasingly important for customers, writes Sally Drury.
Protected Cropping Structures - Polytunnels
Cost factors, ventilation benefits and the ability to fit new advanced films are some of the reasons behind the popularity of these structures, says Sally Drury.
Protected crop structures - LEDs good for business
Concerns over climate, light levels and seasonal variability can all be overcome by using LEDs and they can deliver production benefits, Sally Drury reports.
Pitches - synthetics solutions
New technology can record, trace and predict maintenance activities for all types of artificial surfaces, Sally Drury reports.
Pitches - seeds and consumables
The right seeding and inputs are essential for keeping grass in top condition and ensuring that pitches look and perform at their best, says Sally Drury.
Mowers special report - Tractor-mounted units
Are cylinder or rotary mowers the best bet to maximise efficiency, performance and productivity? Sally Drury reports.
Mowers special report - Ever-improving ride-ons
Manufacturers are offering grounds professionals better models to tackle the most challenging mowing conditions, writes Sally Drury.
Mowers special report - Rise of the robots
Some manufacturers are focusing on the development of robotic mowers for more productive and sustainable park maintenance, Sally Drury explains.
Mowers special report - Remote-control and walk-behind mowers
Topography and the environment are key factors for mowing awkward areas but the latest machines are making the job easier, says Sally Drury.
Fertilisers Special Report - invaluable nutrition
Using the right fertilisers on your crops can make all the difference when it comes to securing repeat customers, Sally Drury advises.
Chainsaws - Improving performance
Battery chainsaws offer many advantages while innovative technology shelps the latest petrol models meet emissions standards, writes Sally Drury.
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