Popular Machines Farmers Use
Agricultural technology has evolved significantly alongside other technologies in the society. Farmers looking for ways to increase productivity, efficiency, sustainability and profitabilty, tend to rely heavily on technological solutions like using modern machines. With good machines, from soil tilling to harvesting and crops processing, many farmers are able to outcompete their counterparts who don't have machines.
At CCTCF, we provide excellent deals on a wide variety of useful farming equipment for small-scale as well as large-scale farmers. We serve individual farmers as well as groups like farmers' cooperatives and common initiative groups (CIGs).
The following machines are must-haves for farmers:
1. Tillers: They are also known as rototillers or cultivators.
Uses: They are essential for preparing soil before planting. They break up compacted soil, weed out unwanted plants, and mix in nutrients or fertilizers. Small-scale farmers use handheld models, while large-scale farmers prefer walk-behind or tractor-mounted tillers.
Cost: The cost ranges from $300 to $2,500, depending on size, power and features. Click here to see how they sell on CCTCF.
2. Seeders:
Uses: Seeders facilitate precise planting by evenly distributing seeds across the field at the desired depth. They save time and ensure uniform crop emergence. Handheld seeders are suitable for small plots. Large-scale farms use mechanical or pneumatic seed drills.
Cost: The cost ranges from $200 for the basic ones to $5,000 fpr advanced seeders. Click here to see how they sell on CCTCF.
3. Harvesters:
Uses: Harvesters automate the process of gathering mature crops. They reduce labor costs significantly and time spent on manual harvesting. Different types include combine harvesters for grains, grape harvesters for vineyards, and vegetable harvesters.
Cost: A modern combine harvester can cost from $50,000 to over $500,000, depending on capacity and features. Click here to see the cost of s small corn-harvesting machine on CCTCF.
4. Mills:
Uses: Mills are used to grind grans into flour or meal, an essential process for grain farmers or small-scale food producers. They can be manual, electric, or industrial.
Cost: Small electric mills cost around $200, while large commercial mills can cost upwards of $10,000. Click here to see the cost of some mills on CCTCF.
5. Shredders:
Uses: Shredders help in composting, clearing crop residues, or preparing organic matter for mulch or feed. They reduce biomass into smaller pieces, aiding in decomposition or animal feed production.
Cost: Portable shredders cost from $500 to $3,000 while larger industrial models cost even more. Click here to see how much some shredders cost on CCTCF.
6. Tractors:
Uses: They are the backbone of modern farming. Tractors are versatile machines used for plowing, planting, hauling, and more. They come in various sizes and horsepower ratings. Some are compact models while others are heavy-duty machines with high working capacity.
Cost: Prices start at around $15,000 for basic models and can exceed $150,000 for advanced, high-horsepower tractors.
7. Chain Saws:
Uses: Chain saws are indispensable for tree felling, pruning, and clearing land. They are vital for orchard management, timber harvesting, or clearing overgrown areas.
Cost: Small electric or gas-powered chain saws cost between $100 and $500, while professional-grade saws can reach $1,000 or more.
8. Diggers:
Uses: Diggers, or excavators, are used for heavy excavation tasks like pond digging, land leveling, or installing irrigation systems. They come in compact and large sizes.
Cost: Small mini-excavators start around $20,000, while larger models can cost upward of $100,000.
9. Loaders:
Uses: Loaders are versatile machines used for moving soil, manure, feed or harvests. They are essential in construction, livestock farms, and crop farms.
Cost: Prices range from $20,000 to $80,000 depending on size and attachments.
10. Sprayers:
Uses: Sprayers are used to apply pesticides, herbicides, fertilizer, or water uniformly across crops. They range from small handheld units to large tractor-mounted systems. With the emergence of drone technology, there are drone-mounted sprayers now that can fly over farmland spraying in record time what handheld or tractor-mounted sprayers could do in many hours.
Cost: Small sprayers cost about $100, while large, high-capacity models can cost over $10,000. Click here to see how some sprayers cost on CCTCF.
The management at CCTCF encourages farmers to get in touch if they need some special machines for their projects. We have a dedicated team that caters to the needs of farmers.
