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OPICO is now the UK distributor for theGASPARDO range of Vacuum Precision Drills, the range consists of three precision planter units with a variety of frame options to provide a precision drill to suit most requirements.
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Precision Seed Drill - Make the most of maize drilling - April 2013
Getting mazie off to a flying start this season is going to tricky given the wet, sticky soils and heavy compaction. Nick Fone offers some tips and tricks on setting up a precision drill.
OSR - One-pass wonder brings multiple benefits - March 2013
Having oilseed rape to get in the ground when the combines are still rolling isn't an unusual scenario but it does put pressure on at the busirdt time of the year. That can stretch both workforce and equipment to breaking point when you add a doubling in acreage into the mix.
Lamma - New rotary cultivator with wheels for mulching vegetable crop residues - January 2013
OPICO is launching a new version of the 4.78m wide Maschio Pantera rotary cultivator, modified specifically for vegetable growers. The new model is fitted with wheels instead of a packer roller, giving more above-ground clearance for the mulching of bulky crop residues, e.g. cabbages.
Dryer Competition Winner - Oldest Working OPICO GT Dryer Winner! - November 2012
The search for the oldest working OPICO batch dryer in the UK is over: the Viner family of Smokedown Farm, near Faringdon in Oxfordshire have revealed they own a PTO-driven, gas-powered 370 GT which was built in 1977.
OPICO offer an extensive range of Maschio Flail Mowers and Mulchers for a variety of applications ranging from general grass cutting, verge mowing to heavy duty work.
The range includes light, medium and heavy duty models with various features, cutting diameter and options, plus two fully offset models to suit any specific requirement needs.
Designed for minimum draught and maximum heave without bringing large unwanted clods to the surface; the new HE-VA subsoiler uses the traditional V formation to reduce horsepower requirement and minimise
surface disturbance.
All that hard work and care growing your crop then the British weather leaves you with wet and de-valued grain.
The weather at harvest can be costly in terms of profit and just as importantly man hours.As OPICO have proven over the last forty years help is always at hand in the form of a range of clean, efficient, recirculating batch dryers.The GT Gas Range and Magna Diesel Range now offer models from 9 to 18 ton and 12 to 48 ton holding capacity respectively with the 48 ton machine giving even higher throughput than previously achievable with a batch Dryer.
With worldwide grain markets on a high Grain Dryers are in demand, there are 6 month lead times on most OPICO models so now is the right time to buy to ensure you have your Dryer installed in time for next harvest.
So don't let your hard work go to waste - contact OPICO today for more information.
MASCHIO Power Harrow
The design of the Maschio power harrow has been fundamental to its success and ultimately that of the company and with machines designed for tractors from 35 to 450hp Maschio produce one of the largest ranges available on the market today.
A spring and autumn pass with the OPICO Sward Slitter to alleviate
compaction in the topsoil caused by her 1,600 sheep has significantly improved
the quality of grassland, says Julie Brown, flock shepherd.
Aerating the soil has improved nutrient uptake and prevented water logging.
Digging a soil profile has revealed a better soil structure with better grass root
growth and a vast reduction of soil mottling.
Removing the compaction and improving the soil structure of clay soils in
autumn has helped enhance grass root development and water drainage.
Our cows now benefit from an earlier turnout which in turn helps lower my
feed costs.
Comparing fields that had not been sward lifted with those that had, quickly
convinced me that sward lifting should become a routine operation.
The difference is remarkable.
The OPICO grass harrowing concept simply transforms the way you work your grass. The angle of the tine combined with the overall design of the harrow makes it ideal for stimulating new grass or renovating old pastures.
Whatever front implement you intend to use, OPICO have the ideal Front Linkage for the job with lift capacities from 1.5 to 5.5 tons, OPICO also offer the heavy duty Buckrake/Snow Ploughing linkage. What's more, OPICO have a Front Linkage to suit every tractor, with over 800 different models available.
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