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Research Report: Phonedementals (May 2023)
With Telstra set to shut down its 850MHz service next year, Kondinin Group’s latest test of popular mobile phones has shown a welcome improvement in reception sensitivity. And for the first time, our 4G testing has revealed some unexpected results. Kondinin Group research engineers Josh Giumelli and Ben White share the results in the May Research Report.
May 2023
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Research Report: Pest Control (April 2023)
In this month’s Research Report, Kondinin Group researchers cast a net over the options available for mice, slug and snail bait applications. And there are plenty. From applying bait with a 12 volt spreader attached to the back of a side-by-side, to using existing spreading equipment, applying at seeding, or even from the air, there should be a baiting option to suit every operation.
April 2023
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Research Report: High Speed Discs (March 2023)
This month’s Research Report, by Kondinin Group’s Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli includes a detailed look at more than a dozen high speed disc brands, including locally-made and imported models.
March 2023
Archive
Research Report: Harvest Performance (February 2023)
Kondinin Group's Ben White worked with harvester specialists Brett Asphar and Kassie van der Westhuizen looking at improving harvester performance using original equipment manufacturer and aftermarket parts.
March 2023
Archive
Research Report: Succession Planning (January 2023)
Succession planning is one of the most important aspects of farming. In this report, we dive into succession planning, including a recap of some important details previously published by Kondinin Group.
December 2022
Archive
Research Report: Cab Duel (December 2022)
With most major manufacturers launching new models over the last couple of years, the time was right for another Kondinin Group ute test.
November 2022
Archive
Research Report: Self-Propelled Sprayer Update (November 2022)
Self-propelled sprayer ownership is continuing to rise driven by convenience, field efficiency and crop canopy clearance for late-season spray applications.
November 2022
Archive
Research Report: Input Efficiency (October 2022)
The Report includes a round up of commercially-available batching plants as well as farmer-made approaches.
October 2022
Archive
Research Report: Perfect Batch (September 2022)
In the September Research Report, Kondinin Group's research team looks at safe and efficient chemical batching and handling systems. The Report includes a round up of commercially-available batching plants as well as farmer-made approaches.
September 2022
Archive
Research Report: Grain Silos (August 2022)
Unlike a piece of farm machinery that can be traded in and upgraded, silos are generally a permanent installation so need to be selected carefully. Given the capital outlay required for grain storage, silo selection is critical.
July 2022
Archive
Research Report: Spreading Update (July 2022)
Accuracy of application is at the forefront of most farmers’ minds, whether it's for spraying herbicides and pesticides, the application of liquid and granular fertiliser products, or soil ameliorants such as lime or gypsum.
July 2022
Archive
Research Report: Sheds (June 2022)
Sheds play a vital role in primary production, whether for long and short-term storage of commodities and machinery or providing a comfortable space for repairs and maintenance to be carried out.
June 2022
Archive
Research Report: Mobile Phones (May 2022)
KONDININ Group’s research team has completed another round of its annual mobile phone testing with 10 models evaluated.
May 2022
Archive
Research Report: Spraying Technology (April 2022)
Spraying technology is continually evolving and in this Research Report, Kondinin Group has rounded up the latest developments in chemical applications.
April 2022
Archive
Research Report: Cattle Crushes (March 2022)
High prices for cattle have seen many producers looking to upgrade their handling facilities, including cattle crushes.
March 2022
Archive
Research Report: Carbon and Farming (February 2022)
Beliefs, philosophies or conspiracy theories aside, we are in the business of farming. To stay on the front foot and maintain or open new markets, we will need to understand, monitor and report our carbon footprint.
February 2022
Archive
Research Report: Machinery Investment and Replacement (January 2022)
A Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) project on machinery investment has seen Kondinin Group researchers work with a team of farm business consultants nationally to produce this Research Report.
January 2022
Archive
Research Report: Quad Bikes (December 2021)
In this report, Kondinin Group’s research team has a look at new safety requirements for quad bikes, the current list of compliant quads and updates the offering of side-by-sides available.
December 2021
Archive
Research Report: Harvester Setup (November 2021)
In this report, Kondinin Group’s Ben White and Mark Saunders provide a summary of findings from a series of Grains Research and Development Corporation-funded grain harvesting workshops held nationally and detail the future of harvester automation.
November 2021
Archive
Research Report: Wheel Loaders (October 2021)
In this report, the Kondinin Group research team rounds up some of the latest details and features from more than a dozen manufacturers.
October 2021
Seeding, Spreading and Tillage
Research Report: Pasture Seeders (September 2021)
In this report, the Kondinin Group research team rounds up some of the latest details and features from more than a dozen manufacturers.
September 2021
Archive
Research Report: Grain Storage Infrastructure (August 2021)
In this Research Report, Kondinin Group engineer and grain storage expert, Ben White identifies the points farmers should consider when buying grain storage gear or investing in on-farm grain storage infrastructure.
August 2021
Archive
Research Report: Linkage Spreaders (July 2021)
Kondinin Group researchers Ben White and Mark Saunders inspected a range of linkage spreaders to bring members up to speed with the latest offerings.
July 2021
Archive
Research Report: Self-Propelled Sprayers (June 2021)
In this Research Report, Kondinin Group has tested the latest offerings from Goldacres and Agrifac and provided a comprehensive wrap of the latest spraying technology.
June 2021
Archive
Research Report: Mobile Phones (May 2021)
In our latest Research Report, Kondinin Group has put 15 Telstra NextG mobile phone handsets through their paces in the first round of testing in two years and among other findings, we have revealed a continuing downward trend in 3G phone reception strength.
May 2021
Archive
Research Report: Telehandlers (April 2021)
In this Research Report, the Kondinin Group team looks at the latest offerings and has put together a comprehensive Buyers Guide.
April 2021
Archive
Research Report: Disc Seeders (March 2021)
Disc seeders can be a valuable tool when it comes to getting a crop in the ground and this month, the Kondinin Group research team outlines the various strengths of individual design features, and their suitability to the varied conditions which can be found on-farm during seeding.
April 2021
Archive
Research Report: 2021 4WD Ute Update (February 2021)
There has probably never been a more challenging time to buy a new ute
February 2021
Archive
Research Report: Shearing Sheds (January 2021)
Very few shearing sheds are identical, as most sheep and wool producers have specific needs. Sheds are built to suit varying budgets, or adapted to suit a range of existing infrastructure. But all sheds can incorporate some sensible design ideas to ensure the investment in shearing infrastructure is a sound one. Kondinin Group researchers Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli, Macey Hill and Ben White travelled extensively to inspect shearing sheds and meet owners in compiling this Research Report.
January 2021
Grain Harvesting and Storage
Research Report: Harvesting (December 2020)
Considering the time and effort selecting varieties, nurturing a crop and getting it through to harvest, the thought of wasting any of it during the harvest operations seems sacrilegious. But while some harvest loss is inevitable, keeping it to a minimum while still balancing the optimal harvester field efficiency is key to a successful harvest. Farmers using drop trays behind their harvester are reporting improved harvester throughput, improved fuel economy and lower losses. Kondinin Group researchers Mark Saunders, Josh Giumelli and Ben White walk through harvesting efficiency and machinery technology in this harvesting Research Report.
December 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: Traction (November 2020)
In this month’s Research Report, Kondinin Group’s research team of Mark Saunders, Ben White and Josh Giumelli look at how to best get power to the ground.
November 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: Multispectral Imagery (October 2020)
Imagery has a wide array of applications for farming. In this month's Research Report, the Kondinin Group takes a look at multi-spectral imagery and how to get the best out of it.
October 2020
Associated Farm Equipment
Research Report: Grain Augers and Conveyors (September 2020)
This month the Kondinin Group research team combines their experience from several years of evaluating augers to assemble the ultimate buyer’s guide.
September 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: Deep Ripping (August 2020)
In this Research Report, Kondinin Group’s Ben White, Josh Giumelli and Mark Saunders have rounded up some of the latest research and a comprehensive update of the machinery being used to rip at depth.
July 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: Side-by-sides (July 2020)
Side-by-sides, also referred to as Utility Terrain Vehicles or UTVs, are a topical machine according to Kondinin Group members and machinery dealers alike.
July 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: 2020 Air carts (June 2020)
Kondinin Group has inspected more than a dozen air seeder carts.
June 2020
Farm office
Special Report: Farming Ahead Land Use Report (June 2020)
Survey of farmers identifies key considerations for energy projects on agricultural land
June 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: 2020 Communications and Technology (May 2020)
Kondinin Group has a look at some of the latest technology, phones and the Internet of Things to help improve efficiency around the farm.
May 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: 2020 Sheep handlers (April 2020)
Kondinin Group has rounded up an update on sheep handling gear.
April 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: 150hp tractors (March 2020)
Utility tractors get the once over from the Kondinin Group research team.
March 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: 2020 Harvest Weed Seed Control (February 2020)
This report is an important update on the latest in chaff mill developments and the war against weeds.
February 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: Agritechnica 2019 (January 2020)
All the latest technology from one of the biggest agricultural machinery expos in the world.
January 2020
Research Reports
Research Report: Tracked Tractors (December 2019)
Tracked tractors go head to head in the December Research Report.
December 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: Large square balers (November 2019)
Five of the latest high density balers thoroughly inspected.
November 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: 2019 Fertiliser spreaders (October 2019)
Kondinin Group's latest round of spreader testing.
October 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: Sheep infrastructure (September 2019)
Kondinin Group has rounded up the latest in sheep yard and shed design.
September 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: Grain Aeration Systems (August 2019)
The latest on grain aeration techniques.
August 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: Chemical Handling Units (July 2019)
Kondinin Group researchers have mixed it with some of the latest chemical handling units.
July 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: Tined seeding options (June 2019)
Kondinin Group's research team has inspected more than a dozen tined seeders.
June 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: 2019 Mobile phones update (May 2019)
Kondinin Group's latest mobile phone and antenna testing is a must read.
May 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: 2019 self-propelled sprayers update (April 2019)
Kondinin Group has tested four of the latest large-scale, self-propelled sprayers.
April 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: Controlled Traffic Farming (March 2019)
Kondinin Group updates Controlled Traffic Farming systems for farmers.
March 2019
Research Reports
Research Report: 30t-plus Chaser Bins (February 2019)
The Kondinin Group Research Team has inspected 10 models of local and imported chaser bins.
February 2019
Associated Farm Equipment
Research Report: 2019 4WD ute update (January 2019)
Kondinin Group puts three of the latest utes through their paces.
January 2019
Archive
Research Report: Precision Farming Platforms (December 2018)
Kondinin Group takes a detailed look at some of the latest developments in precision agriculture.
December 2018
Archive
Research Report: 2018 self-propelled sprayers (November 2018)
Kondinin Group tests some of the latest self-propelled sprayers.
November 2018
Archive
Research Report: ISOBUS (October 2018)
Farming Ahead's October Research Report is on ISOBUS
October 2018
Archive
Research Report: Mother bins (September 2018)
Kondinin Group inspects the latest in large-scale grain handling on wheels - mother bins.
September 2018
Archive
Research Report: 2018 Grain silos (August 2018)
Kondinin Group's latest look at dozens of grain silos from all around Australia.
August 2018
Archive
Research Report: 4WD Utes update 2018 (July 2018)
Four of the latest 4WD utes have been put through their paces.
July 2018
Archive
Research Report: Fertiliser Spreaders (June 2018)
KONDININ Group’s latest fertiliser spreader test put eight machines from across the test track.
June 2018
Archive
Research Report: Mobile Phones 2018 (May 2018)
Thirteen phones tested, several surprises, some star performers and some lacklustre results
May 2018
Archive
Research Report: 250hp+ tractors (April 2018)
In the April Farming Ahead magazine’s Research Report, Kondinin Group has focussed on larger FWA tractors.
April 2018
Archive
Research Report: Drones and sensors (March 2018)
Drones and sensors rise to the next level
March 2018
Archive
Research Report: Residue management at harvest (February 2018)
The Kondinin Group research team has investigated the performance of a range of harvest weed seed control options
February 2018
Archive
Research Report: Our picks for the best gear on show at AgriTechnica (January 2018)
Our picks for the best gear on show at AgriTechnica
January 2018
Archive
Research Report: Planting seed treatments (December 2017)
We look at the chemistry behind seed treatment insecticides and fungicides
December 2017
Archive
Research Report: Trailing boomsprays (November 2017)
Still a popular option for farmers despite the emergence of self-propelled boomsprays
November 2017
Archive
Research Report: Sheep handlers (October 2017)
Putting sheep handlers to the test
October 2017
Archive
Research Report: Fencing technology (September 2017)
The cost of fencing is as much about the time taken to erect it as it is about the materials
September 2017
Archive
Research Report: Smart grain storage setups (August 2017)
Investing in constructing or expanding a grain storage facility on-farm is usually a substantial financial commitment
August 2017
Archive
Research Report: Battery powered chainsaws (July 2017)
Do battery chainsaws cut the mustard?
July 2017
Archive
Research Report: Air commodity carts (June 2017)
Commodity carts get the once-over
June 2017
Archive
Research Report: High speed discs (April 2017)
Zero-tillage farming has delivered farmers huge benefits, but also some challenges
April 2017
Archive
RESEARCH: Strip show provides plenty of food for thought (March 2017)
The case for stripper harvester fronts
March 2017
Archive
REVIEW: Clever frontline action means better harvesting (March 2017)
Our engineers investigate harvester fronts
March 2017
Archive
REVIEW: Popular phones prove poorer performers (March 2017)
The latest Research Report focuses on farmer-friendly phones
March 2017
Archive
Research Report: Self-Propelled Sprayers (January 2017)
Our researchers look at the latest in self-propelled srayers
January 2017
Archive
Research Report: Drones in agriculture (December 2016)
Drones in agriculture - tools or toys?
December 2016
Archive
Research Report: On-farm workshop tool tips (November 2016)
Our researchers give you practical advice and tips for your farm workshop
November 2016
Archive
Research Report: Grain marketing - understanding the basics (November 2016)
The importance of grain marketing
November 2016
Archive
Research Report: Large front-wheel assist tractors (October 2016)
This month, the Kondinin Group research team takes a look at seven front-wheel assist tractors, each sporting close to 224kW or 300hp.
October 2016
Archive
Research Report: Utility Terrain Vehicles (September 2016)
Comparing 9 UTV models as alternatives to quad-bikes
September 2016
Archive
Research Report: Stored Grain And Seed Protectants - Preventing Pests (August 2016)
Protecting grain in storage is key to preserving quality.
August 2016
Archive
Research Report: Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (July 2016)
We look at a wide range of Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) offerings
July 2016
Archive
Research Report: Disc seeders - Doing the rounds (June 2016)
Kondinin Group researchers examine disc seeders from popular manufacturers
June 2016
Archive
Research Report: Sheep genetics (May 2016)
Research on Improving wool & sheep meat flock performance
May 2016
Archive
Research Report: Auger buyers' guide (April 2016)
Augers, like many other pieces of machinery used in grain growing enterprises, are getting bigger.
April 2016
Archive
Research Report: National Variety Trials (March 2016)
March's Research Report looks at the NVTs.
March 2016
Archive
Research Report: Harvester and 4WD Ute Update (February 2016)
Our researchers update utes and test class-8 harvesters.
February 2016
Archive
Research Report: Exclusion fencing (January 2016)
Our researchers have put the latest fences to the test.
January 2016
Archive
Research Report: Seeding equipment (December 2015)
The latest research to help you make the right decisions on air seeders.
December 2015
Archive
Research Report: Beating herbicide resistant weeds (November 2015)
Herbicide resistant weeds are a huge issue for growers.
November 2015
Archive
Research Report: Grain silos (September 2015)
Maintaining the quality of grain in storage requires planning, knowledge and the right gear
September 2015
Archive
Research Report: Spraying Technology (August 2015)
There's a diverse array of spraying technology out there
August 2015
Archive
Research Report: Grain Aeration (September 2014)
Maintaining grain quality is the primary goal in storing grain and, whether it is for future sale or seed, aeration benefits have been proven in every state.
September 2014
Archive
Research Report: Transfer pumps (July 2014)
Fuelling up in the paddock during seeding or harvest is a daily chore, made more risky by the use of engine-powered pumps.
July 2014
Archive
Research Report: Precision farming equipment update (June 2014)
This month Kondinin Group engineer Ben White takes a look at a roundup of the latest precision farming tools with a focus on variable rate application and sectional control possibilities for seeding, in-crop product application and spraying.
June 2014
Archive
Research Report: Stock Trough Valves (May 2014)
Few things are more important to the wellbeing of your stock than an adequate supply of water. An unnoticed failure in the farm reticulation system can quickly have dire consequences, especially during the hot, dry summer months.
May 2014
Archive
Research Report: Chaser Bins Engineer Evaluated (April 2014)
Improving harvest field efficiency should be the first consideration before looking to purchase a second harvester
April 2014
Archive
Research Report: A review of air seeder carts (November 2012)
Few pieces of machinery are more important to a grain grower than a seeding bar and cart, or air seeder.
November 2012
Archive
In the market for an ATV? (December 2010)
The all-terrain vehicle (ATV) is one of the farm's mostvalued and versatile pieces of equipment.
December 2010
Archive
Research Report: Air seeders (September 2004)
Even distribution of seed and fertiliser plays large role in crop performance making air seeders invaluable
September 2004
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