Why Saving Time Is A Game-Changer for NZ Farmers.
Spring is a crucial time for New Zealand farmers. It’s the season of growth and renewal, with crops and livestock demanding attention after the winter lull. For many, it’s a race against time to get everything done, from preparing fields to planting and ensuring livestock are well-cared for. In this high-pressure environment, saving time becomes more than just a convenience—it’s essential for success.
FarmChief Machinery has spent around 50 years perfecting and hand-selecting machinery designed to decrease the time spent in the field whilst delivering world-class results. Here’s why investing in an implement that cuts down on your working time will be a game-changer this season.
1. Maximising Planting Windows.One of the biggest challenges we face in spring is the narrow planting windows due to inclement weather. There’s often only a short period when soil conditions and temperatures are optimal for planting and soil preparation, with delays due to under-performing machinery leading to reduced yields with significant flow-on effects. FarmChief’s range of cultivation, seeding and drilling equipment is designed with this in mind, offering speed, precision, and reliability. By utilising machinery that prepares fields faster and plants more efficiently, farmers can make the most of this critical window. Every day saved in field preparation means better opportunities for crops to establish and grow, leading to a greater crop yield and long-term performance. |
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2. Maintaining Soil Health.roper soil preparation is crucial for maximising crop yields, especially in spring. Using equipment that saves time without sacrificing the quality of soil preparation is essential. High-performing cultivators from FarmChief can help farmers achieve better soil tilth in less time, improving seedbed quality and ultimately leading to better crop establishment. |
3. More Time For Decision Making.Spring requires farmers to make rapid, informed decisions, whether about crop selection, pest management, or grazing rotations. Time saved on mechanical tasks allows farmers to invest more energy in planning and decision-making, which can improve the overall performance of their operations. This extra time enables farmers to be more strategic and proactive, rather than constantly reacting to daily challenges. Investing in machinery that streamlines operations reduces the stress of springtime farming and offers more space for considering long-term improvements. This leads to more effective planning and, ultimately, better financial outcomes. |
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4. Stress Reduction And Work-Life Balance.Farming is a demanding profession, both physically and mentally. The long hours and unrelenting pace can take a toll on farmers, especially in the spring season when there’s so much to be done in a limited time. By incorporating machinery that helps save time, farmers can reduce stress and avoid burnout. It also opens up opportunities to spend more time with family or simply recharge, which is essential for maintaining long-term productivity. The right tools can help farmers find a balance between work and personal life, especially during such a busy season. Modern farming machinery can ease the burden, providing a sense of control over the season’s demands and offering peace of mind that essential tasks are being handled efficiently. |
FarmChief’s Range of Spring Time-Savers
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ExpressPlus Speed DiscsSimply smart efficiency – cover more ground with a true one-pass disc cultivator. Ideal for expanding your capacity or for combining with other FarmChief implements for even great efficiency. Models go up to 6m wide and can work at speeds up to 15km/h without compromising on the quality of the finish. Customers can choose a variety of rear rollers to tailor your machine to their working conditions for an even greater result, and even run their speed discs in combination with a FarmChief Pre-Ripper and a Rollmax cultivation roller to create a comprehensive one-pass cultivation solution. |
NSL Chisel PloughsThe perfect tool for turning paddocks around, fast, in both wet and dry conditions. Our modern combination of a heavy-duty ripper and dual vertical tillage discs lets you make the most of marginal conditions to transform pugged, compacted paddocks ready for a new high-yielding crop earlier in the season. Its compact, heavy-duty build means the NSL works the ground harder, with more ground pressure per m2 than other machines on the market, whilst maintaining excellent contour following for the rear discs.
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Rollmax RollersMarket-leading strength, reliability and performance. With working widths 12m and up (starting at 3.2m) the Rollmax Roller is the ideal machine for extending your rolling capacity whilst producing even, level paddocks and improving moisture retention. Add-on our precision airseeder sowing every type of seed from 0.5kg/Ha up to 250kg/Ha to further increase the productivity of this impressive roller. Used in combination with chain harrows, the Rollmax Roller guarantees excellent seed-to-soil contact.
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FarmChief Machinery has been New Zealand’s cultivation solution specialists for around 50 years. During that time we’ve continued to provide speciality products, services and advice. We’re excited to add these impressive ploughs to our range to further extend our world-class solutions.
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