The Rata Blog

Discover innovations, news and tips from NZ's own farm machinery attachments manufacturer.

5 Points for Mole Ploughing Effectively

Posted by Cooper Walton on Oct 31, 2020 1:51:00 PM

Did you that know mole drains can last up to 15 years or more?


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Topics: Cultivation, Tips, Hacks & How To's, Pasture & Crop Management, Product Explainer

6 Tips to get the most from your Silage Stack

Posted by Sam Searle on Sep 30, 2020 1:12:34 PM

Like most things in agriculture, there is no one way that a certain task is to be done. Farmers & Contractors the world over will have differing opinions on the best way to make a silage stack or bunker, and no one is necessarily wrong! Different geographic locations & local conditions can call for different ways of doing things. However, the principles for making a good silage stack or bunker remain the same.


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Topics: Silage & Winter Feed Handling, Silage Making Tips

Long Term Results From Mole Ploughing

Posted by Glenn Walton on Aug 28, 2020 3:00:00 PM

There are many benefits to be had from improving drainage in fields. Regardless of the crop or pasture being grown, too much soil moisture can hinder or reduce the performance of the yield. Timing is important when mole ploughing because the soil moisture is critical to the overall success of the operation. We have put together some tips that will enhance your mole ploughing activities and the outcome to make your agriculture more profitable.


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Topics: Tips, Hacks & How To's, Working Smarter, Pasture & Crop Management, Soil Aeration & Drainage

The Importance of Correct Tractor Tyre Pressures

Posted by Charlie Walton on Jul 28, 2020 8:54:04 AM

We all know that tyre pressure is important if a tractor is to perform at its best.


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Topics: Tips, Hacks & How To's