Kilkenny-based IAM Agricultural Machinery has announced an exciting new partnership with Topcon Agriculture, establishing IAM as the exclusive distributor of Topcon’s agricultural technology portfolio across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Beginning on 1 January 2025, IAM will collaborate with Topcon, a global leader in agricultural technology with over 40 years of experience in […]
Join IAM at the FTMTA Farm Machinery Show for Innovation, Insights, and an Exclusive Announcement! We’re excited to announce that IAM will be exhibiting at the FTMTA Farm Machinery Show 2024. This premier event showcases the latest advancements in farming machinery, technology, and equipment. Join us on 12th, 13th, and 14th November at the Punchestown […]
When investing in a vertical diet feeder or tub feeder, it’s important to recognise that not all machines are the same. Several factors will influence your decision, and selecting the right feeder can significantly impact the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your farming operation. Here are some key points to consider when making your choice. Size […]
A Showcase of Agricultural Excellence at the National Ploughing Championships IAM Agricultural Machinery recently had a highly successful experience at this year’s National Ploughing Championships. Held over three days with beautiful weather, the event was a remarkable opportunity for us to connect with both existing and potential customers, as well as our valued machinery dealers. […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery are going Ploughing! IAM Agricultural Machinery is excited to announce that we will be showcasing a comprehensive range of equipment from leading brands such as Strautmann, Hardi, Bomford Turner, FarmDroid, and Rabe at the National Ploughing Championships. The event takes place from Tuesday 17th to Thursday 19th September 2024 in Ratheniska County […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery is delighted to announce our new Special Finance Deals 2024, in partnership with DLL Financing. Special Finance Deals 2024 are available on the following machines: ANNUAL PAYMENTS HALF-YEARLY PAYMENTS MONTHLY PAYMENTS* T&Cs Take advantage of our Special Finance Deals 2024 and click here to find out more on the DLL Finance website. […]
Bomford Turner Unveils New Quick Hitch for Enhanced Efficiency Bomford Turner has recently introduced the Quick Hitch, a groundbreaking system designed to streamline attachment changes, thereby reducing downtime and significantly boosting productivity. This innovative solution allows operators to quickly and effortlessly switch between attachments, ultimately ensuring more efficient operations. The system features quick-release couplers that […]
As Ireland’s hedge-cutting season approaches, IAM is excited to announce the return of the annual Bomford Turner Demo Tour. This September, we’ll be showcasing our latest equipment at three Bomford dealerships across the country. Bomford Turner Dealers Selected for the Demo Tour The Bomford Demo Tour will feature an impressive array of hedge cutters and […]
Explore the Features and Benefits of Bomford Turner’s Latest Innovation for Contractors and Municipal Applications We are excited to announce the launch of the Bomford Turner Hawk Evo 7.5P Power Plus reach arm mower, a groundbreaking addition to our machinery lineup. This new model is designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers, providing […]
Effective Techniques to Enhance Spray Precision and Reduce Drift Spray drift can be a significant challenge in agricultural practices, leading to inefficiency and potential environmental harm. Consequently, implementing effective strategies is essential to minimize spray drift. Here are the top five methods to help achieve this goal: Select the Right Nozzle Firstly, choosing the appropriate […]
Introduction to FarmDroid FD20 The agricultural industry is at the cusp of a technological revolution, with innovations aiming to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and promote sustainable practices. One such groundbreaking innovation is the FarmDroid FD20 autonomous farming robot, a fully autonomous farming robot designed to handle seeding and weeding operations with unprecedented precision. As labour […]
HARDI Crop Care Day & 40 Years Anniversary On Wednesday, 3rd July, the Hardi Crop Care Day was held at Newbridge Greyhound Stadium in County Kildare. This event was especially significant as it marked 40 years of partnership between IAM and Hardi in Ireland. Consequently, this milestone highlighted their long-term commitment to supporting farmers with […]
Introducing the HARDI FieldAid Kit: Your Go-To Solution for Sprayer Breakdowns The HARDI FieldAid Kit offers a convenient collection of essential spare parts, designed to swiftly address any breakdowns and get you back to spraying without delay. Packed in a sturdy yet portable cardboard box, these parts are easily accessible right in the field when […]
TURBO FLAIL MOWER NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH TAMS III TAMS III Approval and Model Overview The Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS III) offers grants to farmers for improving farm buildings and equipment. Recently, TAMS III has approved the Bomford Turner Turbo Flail Mowers. These mowers are recognized for their ease of use, durability, and low maintenance. […]
A nozzle for every spray job When choosing nozzle type and size, it is important to balance the need for optimal biological effect with considerations such as wind drift, sprayer capacity and forward speed. Small droplets from STANDARD FLATFAN nozzles may offer an unsurpassed liquid distribution and effective coverage of the target surface. HARDI TWIN […]
Introducing the AEON 6000 and 7000 The Hardi AEON series of sprayers has been expanded with larger tank capacities, ranging from 4200 to 7000 liters, and offers two boom options. The AEON chassis provides a smooth ride and further enhanced maneuverability, while the unique mudguard design keeps nozzles clean during turns. The WorkZone and TechZone […]
Hardi Introduces a Pro Force Boom to its Mega Range! Hardi has introduced the new PRO FORCE boom to its MEGA lift-mounted sprayer. The new boom is designed for stability and performance, making it suitable for challenging field conditions. It is available in widths ranging from 15 to 28 meters. A hydraulic anti-yaw damper is […]
Strautmann Unveils New Electric Diet-Feeder Strautmann presents a new generation of electric diet-feeder at Agritechnica 2023. The Strautmann e-Verti-Diet-Feeder is a fully electric battery-driven Diet-Tub-Feeder with a driving unit and integrated driver’s stand. The e-Verti-Diet-Feeder is designed for small and medium-sized businesses and excels with a compact design and maximum maneuverability. It has a powerful […]
Magnon 11 Silage Wagon Strautmann has announced a new silage wagon series with a cutting length of only 22 mm, the shortest cut on the market. The new Magnon 11 silage wagon is designed to meet the needs of farmers who require a shortcut length to improve fodder quality and animal health. The Magnon 11 […]
Strautmann Diet-Feeder Demo Day Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 10:30am – 1pm Salesian Agricultural College, Pallaskenry, Don Brosco Road, Limerick, V94 V8N3 Come and see the full Strautmann diet feeder range, including the self-propelled Verti-Mix. Our team will be on hand to answer any questions you have and to help you choose the right diet-feeder for […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery is delighted to be attending this year’s National Ploughing Championships, where we are unveiling a brand-new product!!. Make sure to come see us at Stand 310 across the three days. Brand New Strautmann Zelon Forage Wagon! IAM will be showcasing the all-new Strautmann Zelon forage wagon as the centerpiece at this year’s […]
For the 2024 harvest season, Strautmann is revising the segment of ZelonCFS rotor forage wagons. With an improved rotor drive, Exact-Cut cutter bar, and shorter cutting length, the new ZelonCFS particularly appeals to dairy farms having their own equipment or machinery cooperatives. Strautmann ZelonCFS Forage Wagon In the forage wagon segment for farm-owned equipment, Strautmann […]
IAM will be Demonstrating at this year’s Crops and Cover crop cultivations in Oak Park Carlow on the 21st of June 2023 Over the 1-day event, IAM Agricultural Machinery will have industry experts on hand from each of their franchises to talk to potential customers and answer any technical questions they may have. Brands on […]
May 4th saw the very first use of the FarmDroid on Irish soil. Following its commencement at 7.30 pm that evening it had already completed its duties by 11 am the following morning. Even in the absence of light, this was feasible due to its reliance solely on the battery reserves that had been charged […]
Download your Free TAMS 3 Grant calculator today TAMS (Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme) 3 The TAMS (Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme) is a subsidy program in Ireland that provides financial assistance to farmers for on-farm improvements and modernization. The program is aimed at promoting sustainable farming practices, improving animal welfare, and enhancing farm safety. Farmers can apply […]
If you’re a farmer or work in the agricultural industry, you know the importance of choosing the right nozzle for your sprayer. There is no doubt that an area’s coverage, uniformity of application, and amount of potential drift are influenced by the nozzle used. Since 1957, HARDI has combined both design and materials to design […]
Strautmann Magnon 8 CFS IAM Agricultural Machinery is proud to introduce the latest Strautmann silage forage wagon, the Magnon 8 CFS series. Boasting more compact dimensions and intuitive features such as Flex-Load pick-up, Exact Cut™ Cutting Unit and a hydraulically swivelling front panel. This model offers premium performance at an entry level price point just […]
With the highest level of control and comfort, turning on the headline or spraying next to sensitive areas is now easier than ever. The HARDI AutoNozzleControl is a feature that allows you to switch off any specific nozzles when necessary. Would you like to achieve the highest level of precision and accuracy in the application of […]
Hardi your Crop Care Partner The sprayer is often the most used equipment on the farm, thus is a significant investment. The choice of a sprayer that suits your needs is crucial to increasing operation yields.HARDI offers a wide range of sprayers, amongst which the self-propelled Sprayers stand out for their range of intelligent features, capacity, […]
With the new Primus generation of the self-propelled diet tub feeders Strautmann is setting new benchmarks and rounding off the product portfolio Strautmann has launched their new range Primus series of self-propelled diet tub feeders at this year’s Eurotier 2022 in Hanover Germany. The Primus series an entirely new concept of self-propelled diet tub feeders. […]
At this year’s Eurotier 2022 in Hanover Germany, Strautmann presented a fully electric driven self-propelled diet tub feeder The electric battery driven self-propelled diet tub feeder is currently available on the e-Sherpa and e-Primus 400 and eliminates emissions (both noise, exhaust gases). At the same time, enabling the farmer to efficiently use renewable energy reducing […]
As showcased at SIMA 2022 The newest innovation for drift reduction With the minimum amount of drift combined with the prevention of under and overdosing, the HARDI PulseSystem is set to revolutionize the application technologies. Combined with the TWIN system, HARDI has developed an application system that has the potential to deliver the least amount […]
Arriving to the 91st National Ploughing Championships and World Ploughing Championship on Tuesday 20th September, thinking we would just be introducing the FarmDroid FD20, the world’s first fully automatic robot, we were full of surprise and gratitude to be awarded the winner’s plaque for NPA Machine of the Year 2022 for the FarmDroid FD20 machine! […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery are delighted to be attending this year’s National Ploughing Championships, and we are launching two brand new products. We will be introducing the FarmDroid FD20 is the world’s first fully automatic robot. Also new to the IAM line-up is HARDI latest trailered sprayer model the AEON CENTURA line. Along with these new […]
FarmDroid – Solar-powered Seed-n-Weed robot National and World Ploughing IAM Agricultural Machinery are delighted to announce that we have been appointed the sole distributor for FarmDroid in Ireland and Northern Ireland. And will be showcasing it for the first time in Ireland at this year’s National and World Ploughing Contest taking place in Ratheniska, Co […]
New Hawk 7.0P T Power Plus The latest model release of the Hawk hedgecutter is the Hawk 7.0. The Hawk 7.0 has taken the popular reach arm mower to the next level. This model is packed with features that are demanded by today’s ever advancing customers and is available as 3-point linkage with our new […]
IAM is happy to announce that our nationwide roadshow of the Bomford Turner range of machinery will be back! Starting on Monday the 5th of September: Rea’s of Finvoy Ballymoney Co Antrim. Monday the 5th of September: Dobson Machinery Cookstown Co Tyrone. on Tuesday the 6th of September Corbett’s of mallow, Mallow Co Cork. on […]
IAM is happy to announce that we will be out in force at this year’s FTMTA Farm Machinery Show with a host of new products, in addition to a strong line. Strautmann New TS 140 from Strautmann will be on display. Strautmann announced the expansion of flatbed manure spreaders at Agritechnica, with the new TS 140. […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery is delighted to announce in conjunction with DLL Financing our new special finance deals for 2022. Special Finance Deals are available on the following machines: Strautmann Silage Pick-up Wagons & Verti-Mix Diet Feeders Hardi Sprayer Range Bomford Hedgecutters Rabe Tillage Equipment Gregoire Besson Tillage Equipment YEARLY PAYMENTS 1.0% FPA 1+2 First Payment […]
There is a lot to be said for upholding a proven design like the HARDI NK Mounted Sprayer. The NK may fall short of the glitzy features of modern, automated sprayers, but that is, in fact, its strength. Simple, strong, reliable and easy to service, it is loved by farmers around the world. To see […]
This past year has been a challenging one for all of us. But as we welcome spring, we also welcome new beginnings. And to celebrate this, IAM Agricultural Machinery is extremely happy to announce a zero percent finance on all Bomford Turner Turbo Mowers for orders before 30th April 22. Meaning, you can certainly enjoy […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin’s Garage as Bomford Turner agents for Cavan. Martin’s Garage which was established in 1969 by Freddie Martin where he carried out repairs on a wide range of vehicles and equipment. In the early 70’s he developed the farm machinery side of the business which has grown […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery is pleased to announce the appointment of Kehoe Brothers as Bomford Turner agents for Co Wexford. Kehoe Brothers was established in 1984 at Camolin, Co Wexford selling new and used tractors and farm machinery. The Kehoe Brothers’ background in the machinery industry gives them a deep understanding of their customer’s requirements, ensuring […]
IAM is happy to announce that our nationwide roadshow of the Bomford range of machinery will be back! Starting on Monday the 6th of September with dealer Kehoe Brothers in Co. Wexford, followed by Martin’s Garage Bailieboro in Co. Cavan on Wednesday the 8th of September and finally in Eardly Agricultural Services in Co. Kilkenny […]
The HARDI RANGER might be smallest in the large HARDI trailer range, the kinship does not fail! The RANGER is designed to meet the request for a simple and reliable trailer.This goal is reached and proven by successful worldwide sales since the introduction in 2006. At the same time RANGER is leading in its class […]
The HARDI AEON with TWIN FORCE save time, money and reduce environmental impacts! The TWIN FORCE boom employs the world’s best system for spray control. Using an adjustable curtain of air to entrain and direct the spray, TWIN FORCE can reduce drift by an astounding 80%. The result is close to no loss of plant protection […]
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Strautmann TS Muck Spreader range is the beginning of Strautmann series of flatbed muck spreaders with two upright vertical spreading beaters, larger tyres, and lower loading heights. The new range complements Strautmann already extensive range of mucks spreaders. To read more on the Strautmann range, follow the links below; Or to find your local dealer […]
Buy more. Save more! The HARDI pump kits, all you need to service your HARDI pump. Follow the link below to watch the Instructional Video of how to repair HARDI pumps Have you tried the MyHARDI app ? You can select your nozzles with the MyHARDI appDownload the MyHARDI app to your IOS or Android device […]
The future of crop care The MASTER is a popular choice for professional farmers looking for an economic lift-mounted sprayer. Several upgrades have led to the current version – a reliable, robust lift-mounted sprayer. Tried, tested, and trusted, the MASTER is particularly suitable for farms with smaller or irregularly shaped fields. From its integrated QuickHitch […]
Improve your performance while minimizing the environmental impact!Buy your HARDI MINIDRIFT and MINIDRIFT DUO nozzles today. Giving you the possibility to bring down your volume rate to 85 l/ha. Safe for drift control but without risking poor coverage Have you tried the MyHARDI app ? You can select your nozzles with the MyHARDI appDownload the MyHARDI […]
HARDI TWIN reduces drift by up to 80%Can reduce chemical consumption by up to 30%.Increases the number of days per year available for spraying, as spray application quality is unaffected by high winds with See what the Irish Farmers Journal had to say when meeting Francis and Philip Keogh. To read more on the Hardi […]
Bomford Turner Twin Blade HD Topper 2.4 – 2.7m cutting widths. With an updated heavier than standard design the Twin Blade HD offers all the benefits of its lighter standard model, with the addition of puncture proof rear castor wheels and HD deck and gearbox. The new deck is made from a heavy gauge […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery is pleased to announce the appointment of McGinty Tractors as Strautmann agents. McGinty Tractors was established in the 1970’s and has been built up to become one of the leading Tractor and Farm machinery suppliers in the Northwest of Ireland. Based just outside Donegal Town, the dealership has gained a wealth of […]
Frankie Walsh – Dyna-Drive -Kilkenny Contractor convinced Bomford Dyna-Drive “is the right machine for me” Frankie Walsh from Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny, went to a Machinery Demo being held by local Dealer Eardly Machinery where he first set eyes on the Bomford Dyna Drive. This is an old system –brought right up to date by […]
Richard and Philip Tyrell farm on the Offaly-Kildare border. The cousins are both sizeable suckler farmers. For the past 16 years they have run a Strautmann wagon on their farms. Starting out with a Super Vitesse in 2003 which was worked for 7 years and replaced by the same model which stayed on the farms […]
Paul Power is a farmer based between Waterford city and seaside haven of Tramore. Paul runs a beef finishing and tillage business. He finishes in or around 100 head of cattle per year on a mix of home mixed meal and pit silage. Up until last year he used a Strautmann 1250 tub feeder to […]
Behind the HARDI TWIN system For more than 30 years, HARDI has been the world leader in air-assisted spraying for control of drift. The outstanding performance of our powerful TWIN system has been confirmed by numerous end-users, field trials and studies. Here, we take a closer look at what rightfully is the world’s best application […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery in association with Strautmann held two Strautmann feeder demo days; one Wednesday 27th of November and Tuesday the 3rd of December. These demo days could not of being done without the assistance of Lynch and McCarthy and Henry Porter! Customers were able to learn all about the new Vario2 mixing auger and […]
NAVIGATOR 4000 i Utilising Spot spraying Hardi Demonstrates to the Danish Environmental Protection Agency’s the effectiveness of spot spraying. Spot spraying is the applying of chemical to a specific target weed within the crop rather than the traditional approach of blanket spraying the entire crop. This approach to spraying has fantastic prospects to help reduce […]
Strautmann VS 2005 & PS 2401 Muck Spreaders in action in France The Strautmann universal muck and slurry spreaders were developed for powerful use by contractors and large scale businesses. These machines which can be used for a wide range of applications and for any dispersible materials are particularly interesting due to their good […]
Magnon CFS Silage Forage Wagon Presented at last years the Agritechnica Strautmann Magnon CFS Silage Forage Wagon is now available in Ireland. The Magnon CFS is a completely new wagon concept and offers a host of newly developed features such as the: Exact-Cut Knife system, the Flex-Load plastic tine with Hydraulically Powered Pickup, and Hydraulically swivelling front […]
IAM Agriculture Machinery the main importer of Bomford Turner in Ireland will be showing off the flagship Buzzard Telescopic variable forward arm hedgecutter (TVFA) around Ireland. Buzzard Telescopic VFA hedgecutter With a reach of 7.25m – 8.0m this machine gives an excellent range of reach, not only at 7.25m/8.0m but at much closer working parameters, giving […]
Strautmann adds Verti-Mix 70 Strautmann adds a big brother to the Verti-Mix 400 & 500 Range of Tub Diet Feeder with the introduction of the Verti-Mix 70. The Verti-Mix 70 was introduced for the first time at the Agritechnica show in Hannover, Germany last year. The Verti-Mix 400 and 500 series of tub diet […]
Hardi PulseSystem – lowering spray drift with the lowest drift potential in the market By combining two innovative drift-reduction technologies, HARDI has designed an application system with the highest capacity and the lowest drift potential in the market. The TWIN FORCE boom employs the world’s best system for application control. Using a combination of targeted […]
Setting the distance between the knife and rotor on the Strautmann Silage Forage Wagons 1. Measure the distance between the knife tip and the rotor in the middle of the cutting unit. Check the operator manual for the correct setting as of the 12 June 2020 Zelon CFS: 33mm (– 5mm) Super-Vitesse CFS: 11mm (-5 […]
Hardi’s innovative spraying technology, Optimus®, provides a high-efficacy treatment for your plants or trees, creating a misty turbulence inside the canopy which drops impact in almost all surfaces. Want to know more about the Optimus? Check out the video’s below from our YouTube page To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ […]
The annual Spring Farm Machinery Shows took place around the country during January and February this year. IAM Agricultural Machinery were out in force at the Balmoral Spring Farm Machinery which took place at the Eikon Exhibition Centre in Lisburn with the full range of equipment on show. A great turn out over the two days. […]
HARDI launched a complete, new high-end trailer sprayer; the AEON CENTURA at last year’s agritechnica 2019. This new trailed sprayer has been developed as a total crop care solution. The AEON CENTURA line is built on a customer centric functional design with ease and automatic operation, precise fluid system, ultimate boom performance and improved tracking of […]
Strautmann announced the expansion of flatbed manure spreaders at Agritechnica 2019, with the new TS 140. The smaller flatbed spreader enables farmers to benefit from precise spreading application within a compact design. The TS series has a particularly robust design, due to the tapered side panels with fully welded side posts and is fitted with […]
Magnon CFS wagon Strautmann will present the latest series in the segment of high capacity silage wagons with a host of new features at this year’s Agritechnica. The Magnon CFS is a completely new wagon concept and will feature a host of newly developed features such as the: Exact-Cut Knife system, the Flex-Load plastic tine […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery will be out in force at this year’s National Ploughing Championships with a host of new products, in addition to a strong line. IAM will be located on Stand 407, Row 18. With the winter-feeding season fast approaching IAM will be displaying a host of feeding options to suit farming needs; Verti-Mix […]
IAM commenced a nationwide demo day tour of the Bomford range of machinery on Monday the 2nd of September starting with Donegal Tractors in Co. Donegal, followed by Johnston Farm Equipment Ltd in Longford on Wednesday the 4th of September and finally day took place in Alan Douglas Machinery Enfield in Co. Kildare on Thursday the 5th of September. Customer where […]
Jimmy Glennon farms in the picturesque hills on the Laois/Kilkenny border. He finishes about 150 cattle over each winter. Having always fed his livestock using wrapped bales of silage, he decided that pit silage was the way to go and he purchased a Strautmann Giga Vitesse CFS 3602 in time of silage 2018. Jimmy has […]
Nicholas Hughes, N.C.H. Agri Ltd. Moyloughbeg, Co. Galway chooses a Gregoire Besson – Five Furrow RWY6 Plough. I was really looking forward to seeing the Gregoire Besson RWY6 plough in action following its award at the 2014 Ploughing Championships. (Innovation Rosette Award by Irish Farmers Journal / Toplink). County Galway will not immediately come to […]
Ken Cuddy farms and runs a contracting business on the Laois side of the Slieve Bloom mountains. Once the silage season kicks off, Ken and his brother Brian spend their time driving an impressive pair of Strautmann wagons. The first one of these machines came to them in 2010. It is a 2005 Giga Vitesse […]
Justin Hennessy farms near Balincollig on county Cork. Following a sensible rise in numbers following the abolition of quotas, Justin is currently milking 140 cows. He is quite highly stocked so getting the best bang for his buck from the fodder he produces is paramount to his business. With this in mind, Justin […]
The MEGA features a sleek modern design, SmartCom platform, DynamicFluid4 liquid system and AirRide lift suspension. Higher precision To give you higher precision and help reduce chemical usage, we have equipped all MEGA sprayers with the SmartCom platform. This enables options like DilutionKit, AutoSectionControl and AutoSlant. Together with the fast reacting DynamicFluid4 liquid system, you’ll […]
The HARDI TWIN has been tested at Flakkebjerg/Aarhus University Denmark over a two year period from 2017 and 2018. The purpose of the test was to monitor the difference on deposits under the boom and the drift besides the boom using conventional and TWIN air assistance spraying Technics. Spray deposition and spray drift from applications at […]
See how the raw steel is being cut, welded, painted and assembled in order to make the best boom on the market. Anthony is back with a new video showing you how the DELTA FORCE boom is being made at our factory in Nørre Alslev, Denmark To read more on the Hardi range, follow […]
Frankie Walsh from Tullaroan, Co Kilkenny, went to a Machinery Demo being held by local Dealer Eardly Machinery where he first set eyes on the Bomford Dyna Drive. This is an old system –brought right up to date by Bomford Turner, a Company perhaps better known in Ireland for their Hedge Cutters. Frankie specialises in […]
IAM had the pleasure of taking their Irish Bomford Turner dealers to Bomford’s headquarters in Evesham, Worcestershire England. The trip was held over 2 days and consisted of a tour of the Evesham facility as well as a scenic trip to Stratford Upon Avon, the home of Shakespeare. At the factory the […]
The New Turbo Mower Elite, Euro, Open and Pro range of flail mowers from Bomford Turner offers operators a huge choice of cutting widths at very cost-effective prices. The Turbo Mowers range are built and designed with durability and ease-of-use in mind. These are low maintenance machines that are simple to operate and offer […]
NAVIGATOR – The Obvious Choice The NAVIGATOR “i” machine offers you the best intelligent spraying features on the market. It makes the operation of the sprayer easier and safer for the driver. With features like the automated cleaning AutoWash, to make sure there is no residues left in the liquid system or main tank. With […]
From Hardi’s Official YouTube page check out their instruction video – Learn how to fix pressure drop when i.e. turning boom sections off To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ Or to find the best hardi product for you https://iam.lgroup.dev/products/hardi/ Or to find your local dealer https://iam.lgroup.dev/dealer-locator/ Why not check […]
Check out below, the latest and newest press release from Bomford Turner! Bomford Turner Twin Blade HD Topper 2.4 – 2.7m cutting widths. With an updated heavier than standard design the Twin Blade HD offers all the benefits of its lighter standard model, with the addition of puncture proof rear castor wheels and HD deck […]
From Hardi’s YouTube page check out their HARDI’s controller HC 6500 video – HARDI’s controller HC 6500 was made specifically for spraying. This video shows you just some of the great features available! To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ Or to find the best hardi product for you […]
Hardi continue to push the boundaries with sprayer technology and the launch of the new Mega in Ireland is no exception. The new Mega offers unparalleled spec on a mounted sprayers with the advantage of fast maneuverability and easier driving on hill sides and smaller fields. The MEGA is available with 1800 and 2200 litre tank size. […]
Kilkenny based machinery importer and distributor, IAM Agricultural Machinery will be displaying their latest machinery offerings at this year’s FTMTA Farm Machinery Show 2019 which will be held at Punchestown Racecourse near Naas, Co. Kildare over three days; the 7th till 9th of February. Over the 3-day event, IAM will have industry experts on hand […]
From Hardi’s Official YouTube page check out their instruction video – Learn how to use the sprayer nozzle calibration disc To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ Or to find the best hardi product for you https://iam.lgroup.dev/products/hardi/ Or to find your local dealer https://iam.lgroup.dev/dealer-locator/ Why not check out our […]
Strautmann have release a newsletter via the “THE NEXT CROP ” the Australian publication on the Universal Spreader. Click on the link below to have a read! Spreader goes the extra mile Or to check out more from the next crop, follow the clink below. https://www.theland.com.au/story/5584741/spreader-goes-extra-mile/ To read more on the Strautmann range, follow the links […]
New self-propelled Sherpa 120 and 140 At this year’s Eurotier, Strautmann Lunched the new generation of Sherpa self-propelled tub feeders. This new generation features the latest engine technology and a host of new features. Making the range even more efficient. The Sherpa was first introduced in 2014, now in 2018 the Sherpa has been revised […]
At this year’s Eurotier 2018, Strautmann presented the autonomously operating self-propelled fodder mixing wagon Verti-Q. The adaptive Verti-Q is an add-on system for the self-propelled Verti-Mix SF fodder mixing wagon, which revolutionizes fodder mixing technology. The Verti-Q serves to completely autonomously and flexibly meet the coming challenges on livestock farms. After presentation of the pilot project […]
We constantly work for a better environment by developing technologies that reduce the amount of plant protection products needed and lead to fewer residues in food, drinking water and the environment. On an EU level, we constantly see new regulations regarding chemical registrations, risk assessments and drift reduction. The last of these getting a lot […]
New single – auger Tub mixer by Strautmann During the Eurotier 2018 event, Strautmann presented the new vertical single-auger mixer the “Verti-Mix 1201” TMR Tub Feeder. This machine closes a gap in the portfolio, offering a large loading capacity of 12 m³ in combination with a low overall height. Allow feeding in restricted spaces or […]
Hardi have released a new online publication regarding the Mega Sprayer. The publication is divided in to 4 sections 1. Overview, 2. Chassis 3. Work Zone 4. Booms Follow the link; http://www.hardi-international.com/sprayers/liftmounted/mega to read in more detail or to download the MEGA Brochure To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ Or […]
Bomford Turner’s has released a new video for its award winning Dyna Drive Flex Check out the video below direct from Bomford’s YouTube channel. “An award winning design, now re-born into a wider folding option. This is the ultimate in high speed, min till ground cultivation, with no power sapping pto – as it is […]
Despite the show being cancelled on the Wednesday and extended for an extra day on the Friday. The National Ploughing Championships held in Screggan Tullamore Co Offaly had an attendance of just over 240,700. IAM had all brands out on show; Strautmann, Hardi, Rabe Machinery, Bomford Turner and Gregoire Besson with the latest products and […]
Check out the link below to read the great review from Agriland on IAM at the 2018 Ploughing Championship. “IAM does the deal on ‘hungry’ self-propelled diet feeder” https://www.agriland.ie/…/ploughing-2018-iam-does-the-deal…/ While you’re here, why not check out our social media pages Facebook: facebook.com/iamagriculturalmachinery Twitter: twitter.com/IamAgricultural Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/iam-agricuatural-machinery
IAM commenced a nationwide roadshow of the Bomford range of machinery on Monday the 3rd of September with dealer Irwin Bros in Co. Fermanagh, followed by JH Fitzpatrick in Co. Kildare on Wednesday the 5th of September and finally in Joe O`Toole & Sons in Co. Carlow on Friday the 7th of September. Customer where […]
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Kilkenny based machinery importer and distributor, IAM are commencing a nationwide roadshow of their Bomford range of machinery on Monday the 3rd of September with dealer Irwin Bros in Co. Fermanagh, followed by JH Fitzpatrick in Co. Kildare on Wednesday the 5th of September and finally in Joe O`Toole & Sons in Co. Carlow on […]
With a combination of low weight and excellent traction – the HARDI HELLIOS III sprayers are both compact, versatile and easy to handle. Follow the link: https://mailchi.mp/hardi-international/new-video-hellios-iii?e=339899846b To watch the latest video from Hardi and read all about the Hellios III. To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ […]
During the last year, a NAVIGATOR 4000 l with 27 m DELTA FORCE boom has been tested at the German Julius-Kuehn Institute (JKI). The test report has now been published in an ENTAM (European Network for Testing of Agricultural Machines) report . The aim of the association of testing institutes ENTAM is the harmonization of […]
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Soaking up the Sunshine in Gurteen for the 2018 FTMTA Grass & Muck This year’s FTMTA Grass & Muck at Gurteen Agricultural College was soaked in sunshine, the ideal conditions to demonstrate machinery. After a long and hard winter farmers were finally able to enjoy some sunshine and moods where upbeat. IAM Agricultural Machinery was […]
Armagh based Father and son contracting team Megaw Contracts are no strangers to employing the latest technology within their business in order to improve performance and efficiency. This is clearly evident with their latest purchase, a HARDI MASTER Plus 1800 litre with 24 metre VPZ boom. Megaw Contracts was established by John Megaw back in […]
More spraying days – better coverage “With this sprayer, I can use 50L less water per hectare, compared to my previous conventional sprayer” Season has already begun at Jan Wagner when we arrive at his house in Groß Hundorf in Germany. It is the end of March; the sun is shining from a clear sky, […]
“I looked at other machines available on the market but it was the simplicity and compact nature of the HARDI booms that really sold it to me” John Hennessy, Threecastles, Co.Kilkenny. Kilkenny man John Hennessy farms 280 acres just outside the city in an area known as Threecastles. He is the 3rd generation to farm […]
Kildare Grower “Picks his own” Sprayer Paul Brophy runs an unusual farm in some respects, from its base close to Naas in Co. Kildare. The original home farm was a mixed beef / tillage enterprise, but Paul decided to make some changes. Today, Paul Brophy Produce is the largest producer of Broccoli in the country, […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery and Hardi launched the New Navigator Delta Force 24m booms at a Hardi Crop Care day on Thursday the 12th April in Kilkenny. Dealers from across Ireland were on hand to witness all of what Hardi have on offer and the new Delta force boom was the key attraction. “It is great to […]
It is with great pleasure that I introduce our newest member of the IAM Agricultural Machinery team Niall Lavery. Niall will take on the position of Area Sales Manager. Coming from a farming background Niall studied agricultural at Harper Adams University, and has extensive experience operating a wide range of agricultural machinery for contractors locally […]
Strautmann Factory Visit 2018 “The attention to detailed engineering and quality was incredible” “The scale of Strautmann’s production and organisational flow of the factory was very impressive” ”We love our Strautmann silage wagon and now I can see where the passion for building a great product comes from” These are just some of the great quotes that […]
Follow the link below to IAM and HARDI’s Newsletter. Filled with Case Stories, Product News and much more! INT_HARDI Newsletter 2018 To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ Or to find the best hardi product for you https://iam.lgroup.dev/products/hardi/ Or to find your local dealer https://iam.lgroup.dev/dealer-locator/ Why not check out our […]
The highly anticipated release of the New Match Cut Flail from Bomford is now here! This flail has been designed and engineered to offer an even finer cut so the user can leave behind an incredibly precise and attractive finish. These flails will give the best finish on grass; however they are more than capable […]
Check out the latest video below from our YouTube page, The CFS – Continuous Flow System! Due to the interaction of different components, the CFS unit ensures a high charging performance with low power required. Pick-up, CFS roller, rotor and double-cut cutting unit are perfectly matched and complement each other To read more on the Strautmann […]
Strautmann Dealer Tour February 2018 was a great success, with special thanks to McCullagh Machinery, Johnston Farm Equipment and Young’s Garage Portarlington for holding the open days. The latest silage wagon was just some of the great machinery on display at the open days and our friendly sales staff and dealers were on hand to […]
Bomford NEW Buzzard Telescopic VFA – the company’s flagship telescopic – variable forward arm hedge cutter. With a reach of 7.25m – 8.0m this machine gives an excellent range of reach, not only at 7.25m/8.0m but at much closer working parameters, giving the opportunity to cut close in to the tractor as well. With a […]
Strautmann unveiled what it describes as an “absolute world’s first” at Agritechnica 2017. The Verti–Q builds on the existing self- propelled Verti-Mix SF feeder, converting the machine into a completely driverless (autonomous) unit. It revolutionises fodder mixing technology. The Verti-Q name is an amalgamation of the Verti-Mix SF (basic machine) combined with a smart control […]
Anthony is back with a brand new instructional video. This time it is about the HARDI diaphragm pump, and how to repair it if a leak occurs. You will learn how to disassemble the pump without removing the pump from the sprayer. Learn how to change the valves, the plates, the rubber gaskets and much […]
Sean Corkery, along with his father Michael, and his wife Caroline, run a modern dairy unit, not far from the busy market town of Macroom, and close to the village of Coachford, in Co. Cork. This third-generation family farm comprises of 185 cows on 350 acres, all in grass. As normal on a dairy farm, […]
This Feeder was purchased at the end of 2016 for Spring 2017. Now having completed its first full season I was anxious to ask Ed how it had performed and how he liked it. Mechanisation. Just a little background first. Ed O’Donnell is the sixth generation of his family in farming. Up to a couple […]
“Passion for machinery and mechanics” Willie Crotty runs a highly successful and well established agricultural contracting business located just outside the small village of Lattin in Co. Tipperary. Willie initially started farming in the late 1980s before moving into the agricultural contracting side of things back in 1995, “I always had a passion for machinery […]
Quality Machines Producing Quality Milk Bothers Tim and Michael Quigley work in partnership running a dairy farm just outside Nenagh in Co. Tipperary. The duo took over the farm from their father Tim SR. 20 years ago and since then have revolutionised their farming system. “When we took over from our father, there were 100 […]
Agritechnica is almost here And we look forward to show you all of our latest new products at Hall 09, Stand B15 from November 12. The RUBICON establishes a new class in self-propelled sprayers, designed to meet the productivity demands of large scale farmers. The seamless integration of capacity and width delivers the highest performance to conquer […]
At this year’s Agritechnica, Strautmann will be launching the new generation of the Giga-Vitesse CFS models. Apart from the well-known advantages such as the CFS conveying unit, this forage wagon is strengthened by new features such as a new rotor design and wider pick-up. The Strautmann Giga-Vitesse CFS has proven its worth as a robust forage wagon offering excellent charging performance […]
Strautmann’s Super-Vitesse CFS series will now be equipped with a revised crossover conveyor when ordered on the tailgate. The new conveyor will no longer have to be detached from the machine when not in use. The revised design can be comfortably pushed underneath the rear of the vehicle when not in use and operation requires […]
Following the success of the National Ploughing Championship 2016, IAM returned this year to Tullamore, Co. Offaly, with a display double the size. A selection of machines from our range of leading brands were on show including: Bomford: Kestrel E, Hawk 6.0, Hawk 6.5ICS, Turbo Elite 225 Z Linkage and Flailboat. Gregoire Besson: RWY6 Plough. […]
Anthony from HARDI ACADEMY is ready with a brand new instructional video. He will be giving you a tour of the HC 5500 controller, including: connections, functions, calibration and much more. Get learning! To read more on the Hardi range, follow the links below; https://iam.lgroup.dev/news/hardi-news/ Or to find the best hardi product for […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery will be out in force at this year’s National Ploughing Championships and we have doubled the size of our stand. On display will be a host of machines from our range of franchises and we look forward to seeing all our dealers on the stand over the 3 days. Stand Details are […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery the main importer of the Bomford range of equipment into Ireland ran a comprehensive demo tour across Ireland during the 1st week of September. The demo tour was held to prompt the fast range of equipment Bomford have on offer. The events were held in Ballymoney, Co Antrim, Ashbourne, Co Meath and […]
Lynch & McCarthy and IAM recently held a Hardi & TAMS Sprayer Open day on the 28th of August at Lynch & McCarthy Little Island branch. The full range of Hardi sprayers where on display as well as a host of optional extras. Expert advise was on hand from Hardi Specialist John Hetherington. To read […]
Strautmann Dealer Tour February 2018 was a great success, with special thanks to McCullagh Machinery, Johnston Farm Equipment and Young’s Garage Portarlington for holding the open days. The latest silage wagon was just some of the great machinery on display at the open days and our friendly sales staff and dealers were on hand to […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery the main importer of Bomford range of equipment into Ireland will be running demo tours around Ireland during the 1st week of September. Bomford has a global reputation for innovative engineering and product reliability. Bomford Turner has a range of machines for all your agricultural landscaping. Come see their range at the […]
The former agricultural advisor invites us to his office in his private residence. “We have been farming here for almost 25 years”, he says. “But for the last three years, we have combined forces with two other farms from the neighbourhood, this way we can share machines and thereby lower our costs.” Of the […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery attended the recently held Crops and Cultivation 2017, hosted by the Irish Farmers Journal and Teagasc at Oak Park Co Carlow. On display was their range of Bomford, Gregoire Besson, Rabe and Hardi Equipment. The event drew a crowd of 4,000 people to see the latest machinery and land management techniques. Read […]
The exhibition hall, which normally accommodates an array of machines from the Strautmann product range on 650 m², was converted into a festive hall for a gala ball. After the meal, Strautmann’s vast array of products where presented both past and present. On the following day Strautmann opened the doors for the general public. Approx. 7,500 visitors come to see […]
To match the farmers’ need of a comfortable and high visibility cabin, HARDI introduced the self-developed Evo ll cabin for the self-propelled sprayer range. With 3 pillar design, a vision of 318° and a glass area of 6.58 m², the Evo ll cab makes the day to day work less stressful. Higher driver safety and […]
IAM Agricultural Machinery will be displaying Bomford Turner’s Flailbot the first remotely-controlled mower with an extendible track footprint at this year’s FTMTA show in Punchestown. Each of the two tracks can be independently extended by the operator by 250mm / 10”. By widening the footprint to aid stability and grip, the mower can operate on […]
Bomford Turner Falcon Telescopic VFA – the company’s first telescopic – variable forward arm hedge cutter. With a reach of 6.5m this machine gives an excellent range of reach, not only at 6.5m but at much closer working parameters, giving the opportunity to cut close in to the tractor as well. With a powerful 125 […]
AutoSelect gives increased flexibility HARDI introduces an air-driven nozzle concept at Agromek 2016, where the sprayer driver can change between 2 nozzles or use both at the same time. You can use one type of drift reducing nozzle at the headland or at sensitive bufferzones and a “conventional” FlatFan nozzle or low drift nozzle in […]
The AutoTerrain works and reacts on both boom movements and twisting forces on the boom. This allows the system to be proactive and react on the cause more than on the symptom. AutoTerrain works with 5 ultrasonic sensors and three gyro sensors. Ultrasonic sensors are located at a given distance on the boom and measure […]
Strautmann officially launch their extend range of vertical feed mixers with two additional triple-augered Verti-Mix machines at this year Eurotier livestock machinery show in Hanover, Germany. Called the 3451 Triple and 4501 Triple, the the extra auger allows greater volumes of feed to be mixed just as effectively as the other Verti-Mix machines. The 3451 […]
The new Gregoire Besson SP9 range of ploughs make the cut. Extract from Irish Farmers Journal IAM and Mid Louth Garages recently held an open day for the full range of Gregoire Besson products, including the new semi-mounted plough. Gregoire Besson has been building ploughs since the 1900s, and it seems the French company has […]
I.A.M. returns to the 2016 National Ploughing Championships at Screggan, Tullamore, Co Offaly Ireland with leading brands Bomford, Gregoire Besson , Hardi, Rabe and Strautmann. The total attendance figure for the 2016 Championship came to a record breaking 283,000 over the 3 days, with visitors alike thoroughly enjoying themselves, this marks the most successful National Ploughing […]
Want to see the Strautmann Vario2 Auger in action ! Check out the video below from our YouTube Channel. Strautmann is setting new standards in fodder mixing technology. The newly developed Vario² mixing augers help to achieve more efficient and faster mixing of fodder. The new mixing augers are now used in all Strautmann […]
Aidan Deasey farms 180 acres close to Bandon in Co. CorK along with some additional rented land. He is the third generation of his family to farm at this location. He currently milks around 150 cows although the layout and design of his sheds and milking parlour allow for up to 200. The whole […]
We are pleased to announce we have just received the first Bomford DYNA-DRIVE units at IAM. We will be demonstrating these units in the near future. Please call Michael Brennen the Bomford Demonstrator on 087 1248403 for more details. Originally introduced in the 1980’s, the DYNA-DRIVE became one of the bestselling BOMFORD products and was […]