Author: National Ploughing Association

Shanahan Power Ltd has been appointed, in the last few weeks, as the Irish Dealer for JCB’s Power Product Range of Diesel Generators.

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We are using the Ploughing Championships as our Platform for the Product Launch to give us a chance to introduce the JCB Generator Range into the market place, raise product awareness, raise awareness of Shanahan Power and show the benefits of using the JCB Range of Diesel Generators.

Shanahan Power Ltd was set-up in February 2016 and has being growing steadily in the marketplace each year since then. Based in County Limerick but servicing all of Ireland. We recently completed our first Project in the UK. We expect this new dealership will drive sales and increase our market sharehold. We also have a team of experienced Diesel Generator Service Engineers which maintain and troubleshoot on these equipment to ensure our clients are never left in the dark.

STIHL BR 800 C-E – The most powerful professional blower from STIHL can be seen for the first time at Ploughing Championships 2019

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The new BR 800 is STIHL’s most powerful backpack blower to date. Designed with both power and comfort in mind, this machine is a fantastic choice for local authorities, landscapers and contractors with enough strength to take on the toughest jobs with ease.

You can see this new powerful blower at ISE Forest & Garden’s stand located at Block 3, Row 25, Stand 582.

With a blowing force of 41 N (BR 700 is 35 N), the BR 800 is an excellent tool for clearing heavy, wet leaves in the Autumn & Winter months.

Excellent power to weight ratio makes the BR 800 easy to operate. Thanks to the ergonomic carrying system (S shaped shoulder strap, chest strap and hip belt) it is comfortable to use throughout the day. The strain reducing blower tube makes it easy to handle too. Starting the machine is simple and easy to do thanks to the side start pull cord. The blower can be easily restarted when taking a break from work with a firm pull of the cord. And of course it can also be stopped using the switch on the handle so there’s no need to remove the machine if you’re taking a quick break or wanting to move from area to area. So make sure to drop by at ISE Forest & Garden’s stand located at Block 3, Row 25, Stand 582 to see this new powerful blower from STIHL.

Vogelsang Ireland will be hosting continuous workshops on the ExaCut distributor

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Vogelsang Ireland will be hosting continuous workshops on the ExaCut distributor covering aspects of design, operation and preventative maintenance. The demonstration is a great opportunity for farmers, contractors and staff from slurry machinery manufacturer/dealers to get a better understanding of the ExaCut’s components and functions to ensure optimal performance in the farm. The ExaCut precision distributor is the heart of spreading systems. Efficient and flexible spreading is achieved with the ExaCut as it evenly and constantly distributes slurry to the distribution hoses while separating out foreign objects and cutting fibrous matter.

Also, as part of our launch of the new BlackBird trailing shoe system, we will be showing the flow-optimised skid/outlet. The flow-optimised skid geometry provides the best distribution and most precise deposition of slurry. The advantages of the BlackBird trailing shoe system include high precision and distribution accuracy, high stability, long service life and easy assembly and retrofitting. Our stand is located at Block 1, Row 9, Stand 215.

Should you have any questions or would like to visit us on site, feel free to contact me directly at +353 87 708 9061.       

GREAT EXCITEMENT AS COUNTDOWN IS NOW WELL UNDERWAY TO ‘PLOUGHING 19’

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With less than two weeks to go to the staging of Europe’s largest outdoor events, preparations in Ballintrane, Fenagh, Co Carlow are seriously taking shape as this green field transforms into the bustling city that will be #Ploughing19. Today, the national media were treated to an exciting preview of what to expect at this year’s National Ploughing Championships, as the event was officially launched on the site.

At this morning’s launch, the media and special guests were entertained by local performers from Carlow while prize-winning animals, quality machines, horses and hounds were all on display.

Launching the event, NPA Managing Director Anna May McHugh said “The Championships not only provides a national stage for showcasing all things agricultural, but also brings together people from all sectors of Irish society both rural and urban, to enjoy three days immersed in country living.

 

Members of Carlow ploughing with Anna May McHugh on site at Ballintrane, Carlow for the launch of the National Ploughing Championships which will be held 17-19 September next.
Photo: Alf Harvey.

There is also serious international appeal with exhibitors, global buyers and visitors coming from far flung countries such as Turkey, the USA, UK, Uganda, Germany, India, Poland, Ghana, Belgium, New Zealand, France, Saudi Arabia, Lativa and the Netherlands making ‘Ploughing’ the perfect opportunity to show the very best of Ireland’s food, farming & culture.”

There will be millions of euro worth of agricultural and plant machinery on display featuring an extensive range of cutting edge agricultural technology and equipment, with the opportunity to see these in action in the machinery demonstration area. The leading manufacturers and agents will be present with specialist sales advisors and technical experts available for free consultations.

Visitors can take the opportunity to admire the marvellous quality livestock on display and learn about livestock management, genetics, nutrition and healthcare. This year will see the introduction of a new ‘Agritech’ pavilion which will include fascinating interactive demonstrations.

Green is indeed very much the theme of the day as sustainability is key at this year’s Championships with zero percent of the event’s waste going to landfill.

The NPA in partnership with Carlow County Council, the Southern Regional Waste Management Office and AES have agreed a segregated waste collection for the ‘Ploughing’. Visitors will be presented with a three-bin system including; food waste (which will be converted into electricity by an anaerobic digester), mixed dry recyclables and general waste.

NPA Assistant MD Anna Marie McHugh said ‘Watch out for the clear signage in our catering areas and have a chat with the ‘Green Bin angels’ who will be on-hand to give you advice and help you dispose of your waste in the right place. We will also have bottle recycling units throughout the site. Our catering partners are ensuring that as much as possible of their single use items are made from compostable materials and are also offering a 50 cent ‘reusable cup discount’ on all teas and coffees. And Coca-Cola as one of our partners has committed to eliminate more than 3.5 tonnes of virgin PET over the three-day event with their new recyclable packaging initiative.”

There is no doubt that the entrepreneurial spark is alive and well in Ireland with an unprecedented number of diverse and exciting businesses, exhibiting at the “Local Enterprise Village” at this year’s Ploughing Championships. The popular Innovation Arena is set to make a very welcome return with ground breaking technologies and cutting edge ideas that will amaze.

Given the immense popularity of the Food & Lifestyle villages the huge ‘Dome’ marquee with over 100 exhibitors is set to return and to meet demand a new similar indoor ‘Hub’ marquee has been created. The ‘Ploughing’ is a haven for foodies, as all sectors of the food chain are represented from producer to retailer, artisan foods, craft beers, celebrity chefs, cookery competitions and much more.

In the ploughing stakes a particularly strong programme has attracted entries from all around the country and Northern Ireland bringing the number preparing to plough in Carlow to over 300 for the 3 days. This year the introduction of the new ‘Novice’ reversible class will attract more young people into the competition.

All of the firm favourite attractions are set to return this year such as Fashion Shows, Meggers, Sheep Shearing, Hunt Chase, Fun Fair, Food Trail, Craft Demonstrations, Pony Games, Live Music and Dancing, Vintage Ploughing, Threshing, Fun Fair, Loy Digging, Motor Show with celebrities and well known faces everywhere Ploughing 2019 is not to be missed.