User Experiences

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Markus Tietjen, a driving force behind the family-run Becken Agrar GmbH, is transforming modern agriculture on their extensive farm in Loxstedt, Northern Germany. Located in a dairy-rich region where large-scale farming exceeds the capacity of individual operators, Markus is on a mission to raise the bar in agricultural contracting.

Zemedelská Společnost, located between Mělník and Mladá Boleslav in the Czech Republic, cultivates approximately 900 hectares of cereals and root crops, including wheat, rapeseed, sugar beet and barley, on challenging, hilly terrain. With their previous sprayer nearing the end of its lifecycle, the seven-member team consulted their experienced agronomist and mechanical engineer to determine the best upgrade.

Welcome to Frank de Schutter’s arable farm in the northern part of the Netherlands. Established in 1970 when his grandfather relocated to the region, the farm has since evolved into a thriving business. Frank, born and raised on the farm, took over the reins a few years ago. Today, the operation spans 250 hectares, focusing primarily on seed potatoes, sugar beets, grain and fiber hemp. In collaboration with a neighboring farmer, they also grow onions.

Meet Sam Dutton and Steven Forbes from W.H. Gittins & Sons in the United Kingdom. Sam plays a pivotal role in overseeing key operations, including the digester, ground source system, drying floors and solar initiatives. The integration of the Condor Vanguard into their farming practices has delivered remarkable results, reflecting the innovative direction led by Sam and the team.

Tim Rethus is a grain grower based in Horsham, Australia, where he runs Rethus Broadacre alongside his father and brother. Together, they represent the third generation of farmers in the area, growing a variety of rain-fed crops. The team also includes three full-time employees, with clearly defined roles: Tim’s brother specializes in seeding, Tim manages all the spraying and during harvest, he teams up with his father to get the job done.

At Georgina Farms in Walkaway, Northern Western Australia, Gareth Rowe has cultivated his passion for farming for over 30 years. Managing 6.000 hectares of primarily wheat and canola, Gareth’s farming journey began in the late 1990s with a clear ambition: to become a dedicated, full-time grower. After years of searching, he acquired Georgina Farms and began a lifelong commitment to sustainable, forward-thinking agriculture.