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Brazil Ag machinery maker Stara unveils new planter-Estrela

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Brazil agriculture machinery manufacturer Stara has unveiled a new planter which CEO  Átila Stapelbroek Trennepohl, says will  revolutionize planting in Brazil and beyond.

Named Estrela, the machine is the most comprehensive planter on the market. It is equipped with the Stara Integrated Terrain Copy System (it means the terrain copy is controlled on Topper), an easy and fast transport process, and in-furrow spraying directly from the factory, which by way, doesn’t need to be adapted to your equipment.

It is the only one with two fertilizer sections on the market. The planter has only seven lubrication points. For this reason, lubrication is not required during planting operations (there are no grease fittings).

Also, the piece of equipment provides you with a complete set of solutions and technologies to deliver higher yields to the crop field.

In addition, it is equipped with the DPS-E (Stara Precise Seed Placement – Electric) that ensures the best singulation of seeds on the market with seed compensation on turns.

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STARA INTEGRATED TERRAIN COPY SYSTEM

It is an innovative concept from Stara. The system performs the triple terrain copy by providing the best plantability of the category. There is triple terrain copy with three articulation points.

Articulation of the chassis by pneumatic springs

The planter features a chassis with three modules: a central e two side ones with pneumatic springs that transfer the central module weight to the side modules. As a result, the cutting power of the planter is the same along the planter structure, and there is planting uniformity from end to end. The modules add 24° of articulation: 12º upwards and 12º downwards.

Matched row unit (row unit plus the chassis)

It is a new row unit from Stara that matches the individual articulation of the row unit (A) to the articulation of module (B). The system is an innovative feature from Stara to guarantee the best terrain copy.

Hydraulic control of the seed row unit pressure

It makes sure there is constant pressure in the seed row units. As a consequence, there are few trepidations, more stability, and seed placement is carried out with uniformity. The pressure adjustment of the matched row unit and the hydraulic control of the seed row unit pressure is on Topper.

THE BEST SEED DISTRIBUTION

Estrela features the new Stara seed meter that can provide you with a higher precise distribution. The DPS-E stands out because it is easy for cleaning and maintenance purposes, just as its interior access for seed disk and ejector changing. The system also features seven seed ejecting points and the well-known variable rate system.

All technology integrated into the DPS-E delivers the best seed singulation on the market. In addition to all the features mentioned above, it adds the seed rate compensation on turns. The advantage is that the seed population and the internal and external row unit spacing are the same, resulting in high distribution quality, regardless of the turn angle. Precision of 3.5 seed/meter.

STARA IN-FURROW SPRAYING

Estrela is equipped with the in-furrow spraying factory-installed. NO NEED FOR ADAPTATIONS. The spraying tank features three layers. The central thermal layer is isolated by two other layers built in polyethylene. Therefore, the thermal efficiency of the hopper is provided during its lifespan.

As a result, there is higher protection against the heat and brightness, and at the same time, it ensures the biological activity of the products and the cleaning process becomes easier.

It also adds an automatic adjustment of the rate according to the equipment speed, resulting in quality and uniform spraying. Not to mention the mixing system. This feature keeps the solution constantly moving in the tank.

The automatic shut-off is applied along the three sections, with a module, to integrate the nozzle bracket to the row unit, the anti-drip system integrated, and protection against impacts.

THE MOST PRACTICAL TRANSPORT SYSTEM ON THE MARKET

Estrela is really fast to be folded. Its sections are folded in less than one minute. The transport width of Estrela is 3.20 m when the chassis is 21-25 and 4.15 m when the chassis is 27-33. Additionally, the transport becomes easier among fields and farms.

Estrela has got every comfort and convenience Stara can provide you with. They add optimum potential planting needs by the best planter on the market.

One of the special features is Conecta, Telemetria Stara, the Stara monitoring system, and a technology package that deliver easier operations and higher yields, Topper 5500, The planter also comprises the Control System, the Row-by-Row Shut-Off System, the Zero Crop Damage, and Syncro.

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Agritechnica 2023: Attractive exhibitor and technical program at world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery

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With an expected 2,600 exhibitors from over 50 countries, Agritechnica 2023, the world’s leading trade fair for agricultural machinery, will take place in Hanover, Germany, 12-18 November.

The organizer, the DLG (German Agricultural Society) has today announced that all major companies operating in the international agricultural machinery sector are among the 2,200 exhibitors already signed up and listed in the preliminary exhibitor database at www.agritechnica.com.

Professional visitors can once again look forward to a comprehensive Agritechnica exhibition with its numerous market leaders and leading industry experts.

With more than 2,600 expected exhibitors across 23 halls, including 20 country pavilions, on over 400,000 square meters of exhibition space as well as a broad international technical program, Agritechnica will this year be the central venue and major highlight for the global agricultural machinery industry.

“The exhibitors from more than 50 countries include all market leaders. With the international dealer center, the B2B marketplace ‘Systems & Components’ and the start-up area ‘DLG-AgrifutureLab’, Agritechnica 2023 will offer a complete overview of farm equipment and related topics, working as a much sought after business platform with international networking, especially after the hiatus due to the pandemic,” says Timo Zipf, Agritechnica project manager.

Technical program focuses on reconciling productivity with ecology

With the main theme “Green Productivity – inspiration and solutions”, Agritechnica gets to the heart of the current challenge for socially acceptable agriculture. It must be made possible to increase productivity using fewer resources at lower intensity, while also protecting the environment and nature.

In the technical program of Agritechnica 2023, the DLG is working with exhibitors from the fields of technology, farm input and services in various formats, such as spotlights and forums, to address the central question: “How can agriculture produce food, feed, raw materials and energy eco-efficiently?”

International platform of trend topics and innovations

In view of changing social, economic and climatic conditions, innovation in agricultural technology is crucial for future viability. As part of Agritechnica, the DLG is recognizing the importance of agricultural machinery in shaping sustainable agriculture with three different awards.

The “Innovation Award”, in gold and silver, honors innovations ready for the agricultural machinery market, while the “DLG Agrifuture Concepts” innovation award focuses on pioneering concepts. The “Systems & Components Trophy – Engineers’ Choice” awards scheme focuses in particular on innovative technical systems and components for agricultural machinery.

With the DLG-AgrifutureLab, Agritechnica will once again offer start-up companies attractive opportunities to present their visions and products to the international agricultural machinery industry.

Systems & Components

“Systems & Components” will again be held as part of Agritechnica in 2023. As a technical forum, industry venue and B2B platform for the supplier industry, the event is an ideal complement to Agritechnica, showcasing the latest developments and innovations in components for the agricultural machinery and off-highway sectors.

New: Inhouse Farming

DLG has developed a new platform “Inhouse Farming – Feed & Food Show” as part of Agritechnica focusing on self-contained food production of the future.

Suppliers of aquaponics, alternative proteins, vertical farming and cellular agriculture, among others, will present not only their products but also their perspectives, innovations and business opportunities “from feed to food”, closely networked with agricultural practice.

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Hexagon Agriculture launches app and exhibits technologies for manufacturers and producers in Agrishow 2023

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Hexagon’s Agriculture division, a reference in the development of a digital solution for the agricultural industry, will launch a new solution aimed at production management in Agrishow 2023.

The trade show, considered the greatest agribusiness fair in Latin America, took place from May 1 to May 5, in Ribeirão Preto/SP. One of the company’s highlights in the event was the new HxGN AgrOn Control Room | Mobile.  The app is a module of HxGN AgrOn Control Room, which is a real-time monitoring software for everything that happens in the cultivation.

The solution has emerged from a demand from managers and directors of agricultural companies, who needed more agility to follow up the operations and solve potential problems that could arise. The app has functions, as personalised notifications, which allow the manager to set up the receipt of new notices when, for instance, some incident occurs in the field.  “The production occurs 24 hours a day.

The manager may be at home, for instance, and, if necessary, check and monitor an area with a critical problem, even if he/she is out of the workplace. Mobility comes in the sense of facilitating the access to the product, since nowadays the mobile phone is practically an extension of our body, as we take it everywhere and do everything with it”, explains Alexandre Alencar, Research and Development Director of Hexagon’s Agriculture division.

Another technology that was highlighted during the fair is HxGN AgrOn ECU ISOBUS, which builds an interface with sensors and actuators in agricultural supplies. The differentiator of the solution is the communication in ISOBUS standards, allowing compatibility with devices of different brands and models.

“The eased customisation and integration of the product is a paramount point for manufacturers, who must adapt to characteristics of several implements and displays, which is one of the greatest challenges of agricultural automation these days”, explains Bernardo de Castro, president of Hexagon’s Agriculture division.

Technology for sugar cane handling 
Hexagon also taok to the fair a solution aimed at monitoring the application of vinasse per aspersion, for sugar cane handling. Some time ago, vinasse has become one of the most important fertilisers for the crop, but there was no automated application for managers to have more visibility of the information, managing to correct possible discrepancies in a timely manner.

According to Rafael Borelli, Soluition Commercial Manager in the company, Hexagon saw an opportunity using HxGN AgrOn Machine Monitoring to implement this solution. “We authorised this equipment to make available information for managers and cater for this demand, which tends to grow up even more”, he explains.

The Hexagon also exhibited other solutions, such as technologies for precision agriculture that can be embedded into agricultural machines, allowing the application of inputs at a variable rate and section cutting.

Visitors to the Hexagon booth also had an opportunity to see the different generations of displays: Ti5, Ti7 and Ti10. The most recent version, the HxGN AgrOn Ti10, has a 10.1-inch high definition (HD) screen, high-performance processors and allows working with ISOBUS, the universal protocol for standardising agricultural communication.

While the Ti10 has a high processing capacity to meet the needs of large companies, the Ti5 is an entry-level equipment, considering its ease of use, applicability in various agricultural operations and affordable investment.

Business opportunity
Agrishow is an opportunity for companies to reach out to customers, partners, and prospects. Last year, the event has moved BRL 11.2 billion in business, and it has received 193 thousand visitors.

To Bernardo, the fair is a great technology meeting. “Agrishow has this potential. In a short period, we can present our product to hundreds of people that visit our stand, in addition to meeting customers and business partners. It is where all the industry is established, and it becomes a highly meaningful week.”

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CHCNAV Introduces the i93 IMU-RTK GNSS receiver enhanced with vision-based positioning

CHCNAV Introduces the i93 IMU-RTK GNSS receiver enhanced with vision-based positioning

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CHC Navigation (CHCNAV) recently announced the availability of the i93 Visual IMU-RTK GNSS smart antenna.

The i93 is a versatile, high-end GNSS, IMU, and dual-camera receiver that pushes the boundaries of centimeter accuracy surveying.

Its 3D visual staking feature offers unmatched ease of use and convenience, increasing operators’ efficiency on any job site, regardless of their experience level.

“The innovative visual positioning simplifies point measurement and facilitates surveying in hard-to-reach or hazardous areas,” said Rachel Wang, Product Manager of CHCNAV’s Surveying and Engineering Division.

“In addition, the i93 can be used to augment aerial surveys generated from oblique imagery with ground-based images, as its data is fully compatible with the most popular 3D modeling software. The i93 takes GNSS surveying to the next level by merging the best of GNSS, IMU, and 3D imaging into a single antenna.“

Boosts survey-grade GNSS RTK performance by 15%

The i93 GNSS receiver combines CHCNAV’s proprietary iStar technology with an integrated 1408-channel RF-SoC processor for optimized use of all GNSS constellations and frequencies.

These new technologies improve GNSS data quality and tracking capabilities by more than 20 percent, enhancing GNSS RTK performance in challenging environments. As a result, reliable and accurate positioning data is guaranteed for all applications.

 Real-time 3D visualization changes the face of surveying

 The integrated Starlight cameras provide immersive 3D visual navigation. Based on powerful image processing technology, the cameras paired with the controller offer a unique way for surveyors to capture precise coordinates in real-time.

Field operators simply follow the 3D directional arrow and distance on the controller in real-time to stake out points.

The 3D visual guidance is also available for line and CAD map staking in LandStar™ software, making surveying easy, intuitive, and efficient.

Auto-IMU for a seamless experience for all users

The Auto IMU feature eliminates the need for manual initialization and complex procedures. The CHCNAV’s Auto-IMU 200 Hz pole-tilt compensation automatically maintains maximum accuracy, allowing the pole to be carried over the shoulder, held in hand, or placed horizontally, as you move from point to point on the job site.

As a result, productivity is enhanced, and projects are completed in less time.

The i93 GNSS receiver is available worldwide through the CHCNAV Authorized Dealer network.

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CEAT Specialty Showcases Advanced Tire Solutions at Brazil’s Agrishow 2023

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CEAT Specialty, leading off- highway tire manufacturer, showcased its range of agricultural tires, at Agrishow 2023- Brazil’s largest agricultural technology trade show.

The event was held from 1st to 5th May at Ribeirão Preto, Sao Paolo – Brazil.

On display are CEAT Specialty’s VF technology tires- Torquemax for tractors and Spraymax for sprayers. Additionally, tires for harvesters- Yieldmax were also displayed. The range of agricultural tires are designed to cater to the changing needs of farmers and help them maximise their yields and productivity. The range is designed to provide maximum traction, stability and durability.

“At CEAT, we are constantly striving to create innovative solutions that deliver higher performance and value. Our unwavering commitment to quality is evident in every tire we produce. We are thrilled to present our line of high-performing tires, designed to increase productivity and efficiency at accessible prices,” said Mr. Amit Tolani, Chief Executive of CEAT Specialty.

“We are so excited because we just launched CEAT’s Tire with VF Technology at Agrishow. So, the event was a success, and we hope to see our clients again next year!,” said Beto Cantu, CEO- Cantu Pneus.

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Brazil optimistic about agriculture machinery exports

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Brazil optimistic about agriculture machinery exports

Projections for machinery and equipment exports in the agribusiness industry are positive for the next 12 months.

After the International Business Round held early May, during the 28th edition of Agrishow, the largest agricultural technology fair in Brazil, the estimate is of USD 47 million in business, being USD 6.67 million during the event and other USD 40 million expected throughout the next year.

These data were disclosed by the Brazil Machinery Solutions (BMS) Program, which resulted from a partnership between ApexBrasil (the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency) and ABIMAQ (the Brazilian Machinery and Equipment Association). The dynamic counted on the participation of 56 Brazilian companies and 15 buyers from 10 countries.

“These data show the resumption of agribusiness negotiations, which started at last year’s event, in addition to reinforcing the credibility of Brazilian technologies focused on the industry.

The fair as a whole broke estimates records, concerning the audience and revenue. In line with Agrishow, the business originated in the International Round also exceeded initial expectations by 213%,” says Paulo Guerra, Commercial Promotion and Institutional Relations Manager at ABIMAQ.

In total, more than 500 meetings were held. On the occasion, attendees could enter into trade agreements with players in markets such as South Africa, Belgium, Chile, Colombia, Ghana, Hungary, Nicaragua, Peru, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic.

Export promotion

In addition to the International Business Round, BMS promoted the participation of foreign journalists for the international coverage of Agrishow 2023. The initiative was carried out with press professionals from India, Peru, and Turkey, who could learn about the main technologies and differentials of the Brazilian agricultural equipment and machinery industry through the Image Project.

The Brazil Machinery Solutions Program aims at promoting machinery and tools exports, in addition to strengthening Brazil’s image in the international market and establishing strategic partnerships to boost the industry development.

“The presence of the international press at the event plays a fundamental role in positioning Brazil as a protagonist in the global scenario and strengthening trade relations with other countries. Brazilian technologies and trends developed for the industry and that have visibility abroad create interest and have a positive impact on the agriculture sector in other nations,” concludes Paulo Guerra.

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AGCO, Hexagon agree to expand distribution of Hexagon’s Ag guidance systems

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AGCO (NYSE: AGCO), a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment, infrastructure and precision ag technology, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Hexagon, to expand its factory-fit and aftermarket guidance offering.

The new guidance system will be sold as Fuse Guide on Massey Ferguson and Valtra tractors.

The new arrangement expands upon the current agreement between AGCO and Hexagon to distribute Hexagon | NovAtel global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receivers and global TerraStar Correction Services both from factory-fit and through AGCO dealers.

Fuse Guide will offer a market-proven, rugged guidance and electronic steering system. Like AGCO’s premium guidance systems, Fuse Guide will also utilize the highly accurate NovAtel SMART7 receiver.

The solution offers customers an option between third-party aftermarket systems and AGCO’s premium integrated guidance systems, MF Guide and Valtra Guide. Fuse Guide is intended to be marketed in Brazil in the second quarter of 2023 with additional markets to follow in 2024.

“Guidance and auto-steering technology is the first step in implementing precision ag for greater input efficiency and higher crop yields.

We anticipate that this agreement will help to increase precision agriculture technology adoption in our growth markets by providing an easy to use and price competitive guidance solution for farmers in more regions,” said Mark Theuerkauf, Director, Fuse Go-to-Market at AGCO.

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Massey Ferguson’s MF8S wins Trator do Ano 2023/2024 in Brasil

Massey Ferguson’s MF8S wins Trator do Ano 2023/2024 in Brasil

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Massey Ferguson’s MF8S wins Trator do Ano 2023/2024 in Brasil

Massey Ferguson was the winner of the Trator do Ano 2023/2024 with MF 8S. The same tractor was chosen in the “Tractors over 200 hp” category. 

MF also won in the machines up to 100 hp category with MF 4707 Cab tractor for the second consecutive year. The announcement took place on May 1st at Agrishow.

The MF 8S.265 tractor is powered by AGCO Power 7.4-liter six-cylinder engine, the latest in engine technology. It reaches full power even at low revs such as 1500 rpm, offering excellent economy and quiet operation. The new automatic Dyna-7 transmission offers efficient operation of a total of 28 forward and reverse speeds in four ranges and seven seamless gears.

With the exclusive Protect-U design, the tractor has 24 centimeters of space between the cab and the engine, isolating the internal environment from noise, heat, and unwanted vibrations. With noise levels of just 68dB, it is one of the quietest cabs on the market, as well as the most comfortable. With an interior volume of 3.4m³, it is also one of the most spacious.

The MF 4707 cab tractor was designed to increase performance and versatility in field activities. It counts on our AGCO Power engine. The electronic engine features turbo and intercooler where the fuel is burned efficiently for savings of up 10% of fuel per hectare. Another positive aspect of the MF 4707 cab tractor is the versatility of its 12×12 transmission – the only one on the market in this category with mechanical or electro-hydraulic shuttle. The transmission counts with the latest technology and is very cost effective.

Ideal for silage, grain and horticulture, this tractor has the best working gear matching on the market. With the Power Shuttle, it is possible to perform forward-reverse shifting with the tractor on the go and without using the clutch. This tractor has a lift capacity of 3,000 kg and a flow rate of 65 lpm. The cab has a 360-degree visibility, providing improved comfort and safety at work.

The evaluation of the Trator do Ano was carried out by a technical committee made up of professors with PhDs in the area of agricultural mechanization from important public universities in Brazil, such as the Federal University of Ceará (UFC), Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM), Paulista State University (Unesp) of Jaboticabal.

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Jacto presents precision agriculture machines at Nampo 2023

Jacto presents precision agriculture machines at Nampo 2023

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Jacto will present some of its main products, such as Uniport 2530, 3030 and 4530 self-propelled sprayers and OTMIS, Jacto’s brand for precision agriculture, to South African farmers during Nampo.

Founded in 1948 in Brazil, Jacto exports to more than 100 countries, and it has established itself as one of the benchmarks in spraying, fertilizer spreading and planting on the world stage.

The company has been present in South Africa for more than 30 years, and it has gained more and more space among the preferences of local farmers. Currently, Jacto considers South Africa as one of the most strategic markets globally, and the company plans to expand its product portfolio in the region in the coming years.

Soon, Uniport 5030 NPK fertilizer spreader equipped with important features to spread fertilizers in wider ranges with quality and overlap reduction will be sold in the country.

“South African agriculture is going through a growth phase, but of challenges too. We work to be by the farmers’ side and offer solutions to reduce costs and increase crop productivity. We have a wide range of products for different types of crops always aimed efficiency, cost, and environmental impacts”, explained Stephan Strydom, Sales Coordinator for the African Continent.

Uniport 2530: sprayer with a 2,500-liter tank and 30-meter booms

Uniport 2530 features a 2,500-liter tank and 30- to 36-meter booms that increase operational efficiency by 5% and reduce losses to crop damage by 7% when compared to 28-meter booms.

The set formed by the 4×4 hydrostatic transmission, the 11,300-kg weight and the 198-cv diesel engine enable Uniport 2530 to spray on slopes of up to 35% with full tanks. In addition to that, the piston pumps with electronic controller allow regulating spray volume in a fast and precise way.

Uniport 3030: sprayer equipped with nozzle-by-nozzle control

Uniport 3030 features a 3,000-liter tank and 28-, 32- or 36-meter booms that increase operational efficiency by 14% and reduce crop losses by 17%. The 6.7 243-cv engine with automatic rotation control allied to the 4×4 transmission ensures a consumption ranging from 0.4 and 0.7 l/ha, 35% less than in the main competitor. The nozzle-by-nozzle controllers cut agrochemical consumption by up to 10%, thus reducing overlap and resulting in saving.

Uniport 4530: Jacto’s best technology delivering efficiency and savings

Uniport 4530 has a 4,500-liter tank and 36- or 42-meter booms, and when equipped with 36-meter booms, it increases operating efficiency by 14% compared to 32-meter booms, and also reduce losses to crop damage by 17%. The 4×4 independent automatic transmission provides increased traction capability in different soil types, and the 6.7 243-cv diesel engine allows travelling at up to 55 km/h and having a 35% smaller consumption compared to the main competitor.

OTMIS

Uniport family sprayers are equipped with OTMIS technology, Jacto’s brand for precision agriculture. OTMIS gathers technologies developed to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs with inputs and fuel, minimize environmental impacts and maximize profits.

One of the highlights of OTMIS line is Omni 700, a system that can be used to navigate machines in field, by integrating lightbar, autopilot, automatic section controller and nozzle-by-nozzle automatic control features.

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Jacto takes to NAMPO a self-propelled fertilizer spreader with various technologies

Jacto takes to NAMPO a self-propelled fertilizer spreader with various technologies

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Having recently celebrated its 75th anniversary, the Brazilian company Jacto brings to NAMPO 2023 the most modern fertilizer spreading and spraying equipment.

The highlight of this Nampo edition will be Uniport 5030 NPK fertilizer spreader.

Uniport 5030 NPK has a 5,000-kg capacity tank, up to 50-meter application width for granular fertilizers, and a 12-meter one for powder products. The fertilizer spreader has many technologies that reduce cost and lower environmental impact.

One of these technologies is the automatic 12-section control. The tool broadens the solutions available for Jacto’s portfolio of broadcast spreading, integrating the technological differentials of Uniport 5030 NPK self-propelled fertilizer spreader.

The technology allows automatically segmenting the application range into up to 12 sections. It is a system that brings fertilizer spreading an essential cost reduction with fertilizers.

The equipment minimizes overlaps when entering and leaving boundaries by individually closing and opening different sections. With this technology, the reduction in fertilizer consumption can reach 15%, representing savings for the farmer and excellent environmental protection.

The dosage to be applied can be controlled via the PrecisionWay system. This technology determines the fertilizer drop point in the disks and the shape of the blades. It distributes the inputs at the exact dosage with quality and uniformity throughout the application range.

Other technologies present in both equipment are SmartSet and boundary control. SmartSet is a software built to assist in adjusting the Uniport 5030 NPK application range. Through a website, the necessary regulation data can be obtained for various brands and types of fertilizers in four steps.

Boundary control is a system that enables reducing application errors in operations at boundaries and avoids fertilizer applications in non-desired areas, such as rows and preservation areas.

Self-propelled sprayers with precision agriculture

Jacto will also display its self-propelled sprayers of the Uniport line as Uniport 2030, 3030, and 4530 for South-African farmers.

Uniport 2030 has a 2,000-liter tank, 24-meter or 30-meter booms, and a 4×4 hydrostatic transmission, which, together with a 198 hp engine and low weight, confers this sprayer capacity to work in a wide variety of terrains with high operational performance. Besides, the ideal weight distribution between the axles allows spraying on terrains with a slope of up to 30%.

 Uniport 3030 has a 3,000-liter tank, 28-meter, 32-meter, or 36-meter booms, and its nozzle-by-nozzle controllers reduce agrochemical consumption by up to 10%. Jacto designed the spray control system with nozzle-by-nozzle opening and closing, delivering more precision in applications, saving products, and consequently reducing environmental impact.

Uniport 3030 can work at speeds up to 35 km/h in spray operations and up to 55 km/h when traveling. The sprayer features the Unitrack steering system that allows working with a 35% smaller turning radius and reduces crop damage in maneuvers by up to 40%.

All models of the Uniport line are equipped with the complete technological package of the OTMIS line, Jacto’s brand for precision agriculture. Some features of the OTMIS line are the automatic pilot that automatically steers the sprayer and the automatic section control, which automatically opens and closes spray boom sections. Both technologies reduce gaps and overlaps, save agrochemicals, and lessen environmental impact.

Spray solutions for small and medium-sized farmers

During NAMPO, visitors can check the boom sprayer Condor 1200, which is ideal for small and medium-sized farmers. Featuring a 1,200-liter tank, the Condor 1200 requires fewer filling operations and enables longer hours in a workday.

Besides, Condor 1200 has a Lightbar that shows the operator the correct traveling direction and automatically shuts off spray sections where the product has already been applied, saving inputs and avoiding gaps and overlaps that impair the application quality.

Another Condor 1200 highlight is the Multicontrol system that manages the entire spray operation and ensures volume is applied correctly regardless of speed variations, reducing agrochemical use in crops.

 

Spray solutions for fruit growing

One of the main segments included in Jacto’s spray technologies is fruit growing. For NAMPO, Jacto will bring one of its world bestsellers, the Arbus 2000 Tower. Equipped with a tower that follows the shape and contour of the crop canopy, Arbus 2000 Tower provides a high-quality application with satisfactory droplet distribution in the entire plant. The distance between the nozzles and the plant remains constant, which enables applying the exact dosage in all strata of the crop, from the skirt to the highest branch of the canopy.

Arbus 2000 Tower also has vanes designed for more uniform air distribution. Thanks to this mechanism, each portion of the crop canopy receives the same application quality. The air carries the droplets to the plant more uniformly, ensuring better penetration results in the crop canopy.

South Africa is one of the strategic markets for the company

According to Jacto Sales Coordinator in Africa, Edson Bueno, NAMPO 2023 will be an opportunity to present South African farmers with Jacto’s leading technology solutions to increase productivity and reduce costs in crops.

“The search for technological innovation has followed Jacto since its foundation 75 years ago. South Africa is one of the strategic markets for us, and we want to bring here the most advanced products in fertilizer spreading and spraying operations”, explained Bueno.

“Besides the machines, visitors can discover our OTMIS package tools for precision agriculture that has provided important efficiency gains to our customers worldwide.”

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