REAL FARMS. REAL DECISIONS. REAL RESULTS OVER TIME.
Big decisions on farm aren’t judged in a day. They’re measured over seasons.
The Long View is a new video series from Haeusler’s which follows growers over time to see how new machinery and technology perform in real conditions.
From seeding through to harvest, we want to track what changes, what improves, and what it actually means for productivity and profitability.
MATT ELLIOTT
A TRIAL TO LIFT YIELD WITH THE BEDNAR TERRALAND DEEP RIPPER
Matt and his family farm approximately 3,600 hectares at Nandaly, growing wheat, barley, lentils and export oaten hay. Like many growers in our region, he’s focused on one key lever:
With land, inputs and costs increasing, Matt is looking at how to get more from the country he
already has, particularly in areas that are underperforming.
Around 30% of Matt's farm is naturally constrained by:
- Soil compaction
- Non-wetting sands
- Variable soil performance
Rather than accepting those limitations, the focus is on improving these zones. The trial involves using the Bednar Terraland TO 6000 HM, which is designed to enable intensive loosening of the soil profile, break up compacted layers and effectively incorporate plant residues in one pass.
After testing different options, Matt chose the Bednar Terraland deep ripper for its ability to address multiple constraints:
- Break compaction layers
- Improve root access to deeper moisture
- Mix soil profiles for future treatments like lime
- Customise setup depending on soil type
Importantly, the approach is targeted.
WATCH PART 1 HERE
Equipment Used in This Trial
John Deere 8370 RT
John Deere 8 Series Tractors
Built to handle large planters and implements at high speeds.
- 230 to 540 engine horsepower
- Large cab offering the ultimate in comfort
- Autonomous-ready technology
Bednar Terraland deep ripper
Bednar Terraland TO Deep Ripper
Durable and robust frame, designed to increase the potential of your crops.
- Deep tillage to a depth of 55cm
- Large working width of 6.4m
- Two operations in one pass – deep loosening and soil crumbling
John Deere Operations Center™
Operations Center
See what's happening in your operation right now and learn from your performance over time.
- Bring all your data into one place for analysis across seasons
- Monitor machine location and fuel use
- We can troubleshoot from anywhere with Remote Display Assist
The Long View
THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING.
As the trial continues, Matt will refine where and how ripping is applied, monitoring crop emergence and using data to track his return on investment.
If you're looking to improve productivity, unlock underperforming country and need help in making better use of your data, talk to your local Haeusler's team.