Jul 31, 2014

Amazone-Stiftung: Auszeichnungen für die besten Agrarservicemeister 2014

Auch 2014 hat die Amazone-Stiftung die Sieger des Berufswettkampfs im Ausbildungsberuf Fachkraft Agrarservice mit Geldpreisen ausgezeichnet. Der Wettkampf fand am 23. Juli 2014 in der Landesanstalt für Landwirtschaft und Gartenbau, Zentrum für Tierhaltung und Technik in Iden (Sachen-Anhalt) statt. Von insgesamt 235 bundesweit freigesprochenen Absolventen des Ausbildungsberufes Fachkraft Agrarservice (FAS) nahmen 17 am Wettkampf teil. Denn zugelassen waren nur die jeweils drei Jahrgangsbesten von den verschiedenen FAS-Ausbildungsorten.

Im Zuge des Wettbewerbs mussten die Absolventen über einen ganzen Tag lang ihr theoretisches und praktisches Wissen aus allen ausbildungsrelevanten Bereichen unter Beweis stellen. Als Wettkampfrichter agierten Mitarbeiter des Bundesverbandes Lohnunternehmen sowie ehrenamtliche Prüfer aus der Lohnunternehmerschaft.

Am Ende standen René Wengelewski (Ausbildungsbetrieb Otten Landtechnik GmbH, 27327 Schwarme), Carsten Erlemeyer (Ausbildungsbetrieb Hante GmbH, 46342 Velen) und Christoph Friedrich (Ausbildungsbetrieb Krämer GbR, 91322 Gräfenberg) als Gewinner fest. Während der feierlichen Urkundenverleihung überreichte ihnen Amazone-Mitarbeiter Wolfgang Schutte im Namen der Amazone-Stiftung eine Urkunde und einen Scheck in Höhe von 500 bzw. 400 sowie 300 Euro. Mit dieser Auszeichnung will die Amazone-Stiftung ein symbolisches Zeichen der Anerkennung für alle Absolventen des Ausbildungsberufes Fachkraft Agrarservice setzen.

Der Sieger René Wengelewski hatte seine FAS-Ausbildung im Betrieb Otten Landtechnik GmbH & Co. KG absolviert. Nach der dreijährigen Lehrzeit konnte er sich dann sowohl im Prüfungs- als auch im Abschlusszeugnis als Jahrgangsbester am Standort Nienburg (DEULA) durchsetzen.

Der zweitplatzierte Carsten Erlemeyer bewirbt sich aktuell um einen Studienplatz der Agrarwirtschaft an der Fachhochschule in Soest. Seine Orientierung geht in die Agrartechnikbranche, in der er zukünftig gerne als Produktspezialist oder Produktmanager tätig werden möchte. Christoph Friedrich (3. Platz) arbeitet nach vorausgegangener Lehre als Industriemechaniker sowie der Ausbildung zur Fachkraft Agrarservice nun auf dem elterlichen Betrieb mit Ackerbau und Direktvermarktung in Unterspiesheim bei Schweinfurt.

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Nov 4, 2024

AMAZONE favours green and orange for a strong brand identity

As part of its brand strategy, and from the new price list in December 2024 the Amazone Group is changing the design of its groundcare and hoeing divisions over to the colour combination of green and orange. AMAZONE is thus continuing the standardisation of its differing colour schemes within the different divisions of the company.

Aug 26, 2024

1st place: Innovation Champions 2024

AMAZONE is the most innovative medium-sized company in Germany. This was the conclusion of a study conducted by Munich Strategy in conjunction with the magazine WirtschaftsWoche. In the recently determined ranking, the family-owned company Amazone was ranked number 1.

Jul 12, 2024

Increased sales for AMAZONE in 2023

The Amazone Group remained on course with its projected growth, having completed another financial year under challenging market conditions, and having exceeded the sales milestone of 850 million euro in the 2023 financial year .

May 10, 2024

Amazone auctions seed drill for a good cause

As part of the Amatechnica in-house show Amazone is providing a new D9 3000 Special mounted seed drill with RoTeC single disc coulters to auction off for a good cause.

May 8, 2024

Double jubilee birthday celebration at AMAZONE

Father and son really were born on 7th May, one in 1934, the other in 1964, and together they have now reached the joint age of 150: Klaus Dreyer, former Managing Director of Amazonen-Werke is part of the third generation of the family, and his son Christian Dreyer, current Chairman of the Board and owner is in the fourth generation.

Apr 23, 2024

Brazilian fertiliser spreader specialist MP AGRO becomes part of the AMAZONE Group

Agricultural machinery manufacturer AMAZONE is pleased to announce that, subject to official approval, the Brazilian fertiliser spreader specialist MP AGRO will become part of the AMAZONE Group. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for both companies and signals a further step in its internationalisation and the growth of the AMAZONE Group in South America.

Apr 17, 2024

The new AMAZONE Cataya Special EcoLine harrow-mounted seed drill

AMAZONE is offering the new Cataya Special EcoLine as an attractively priced entry into the world of AMAZONE seed drill combinations, thereby rounding off the lower end of the Cataya harrow-mounted seed drill product range. The new version follows in the footsteps of the time-tested AD harrow-mounted seed drill.

Apr 12, 2024

DLG-ImageBarometer 2023/2024

AMAZONE – Best of the medium-sized machinery manufacturers
AMAZONE achieved excellent results in the DLG Image Barometer 2023/2024 once again taking 4th place.

Nov 22, 2023

AMAZONE and FieldView to collaborate on smart farming

AMAZONE and FieldView, Bayer's leading platform for digital agriculture, are starting a strategic collaboration with the aim of further promoting and simplifying the adaptation of smart farming practices.

Sep 12, 2023

AMAZONE AutoTill

The solution for automated and autonomous soil tillage - Automatic setting and function monitoring of the machine is made possible thanks to the new AutoTill system for mulch cultivators. This system makes it possible for the machine to set itself automatically in accordance with pre-defined parameters (working depth and speed) and to monitor the functionality of the machine independently.

Sep 26, 2023

ISO FARM RESEARCH - DLG-Agrifuture Concept Winner 2023

The second round of voting for this year's DLG-Agrifuture Concept Winner Awards for pioneering work and future visions in agricultural technology has ended: ISO FARM RESEARCH (IFR) is one of the DLG-Agrifuture Concept Winner of the year 2023. All partners are very proud and happy about this special award.

Sep 12, 2023

New AMAZONE Catros+ 03 compact disc harrows

In working widths from 4 m to 7 m and Smart Frame System. The Catros+ 03-2 models mean that AMAZONE now offers new folding mounted compact disc harrows in working widths of 4, 5, 6 and 7 m. In parallel, the trailed TS variant with bogey chassis is also available. The Catros is perfect for shallow and intensive mixing soil tillage.

Sep 12, 2023

The new Comfort hydraulics with ComfortClick for the Teres 300

The Teres 300 not only stands out due to its quality of plough profile but also by its hydraulic adjustment options. In addition to the usual turning over of the plough, the front furrow, overall furrow width and furrow depth can all be hydraulically adjusted using individual double-acting spool valves.

Sep 12, 2023

ZA-TS 5000 mounted spreader

More efficient than ever: Amazone has extended its mounted spreader product range with the ZA-TS 5000. The ZA-TS product range has stood for maximum performance with the highest precision since its introduction. Precise spread patterns up to 54 m with application rates of 650 kg/min are the key to this.

Sep 12, 2023

New double harrow for the Cobra shallow tine cultivator

Weed control with the Cobra shallow tine cultivator in combination with the double harrow - The 6-stagger Cobra shallow tine cultivator is characterised by its flexibility in respect to stubble cultivation and can be used for that slightly deeper second and third tillage pass as well as for catch crop destruction and seedbed preparation.

AMAZONE 360 mm wing share with three different mounting positions
Sep 12, 2023

New AMAZONE 360 mm wing share for Cenio and Cenius mounted cultivators

The new AMAZONE wing share for the Cenio and Cenius mounted cultivators is now available in a width of 360 mm. The wing share also enables full-surface and shallow cutting of stubble with a mulch cultivator, thereby breaking the capillarity of the soil. This reduces the drying of the soil in the summer.

Sep 12, 2023

New AMAZONE Tyrok 400 Onland semi-mounted reversible plough

AMAZONE is now offering the Tyrok 400 semi-mounted reversible plough for on-land ploughing. The Tyrok Onland provides a high level of flexibility as a result of the quick and easy change between on-land or in-furrow operation. The new models are offered with a choice of 7, 8 or 9 furrows for tractors of up to 400 hp.

Sep 12, 2023

FertiSpot for the Precea precision air seeder

Spot-accurate fertiliser application: Now also synchronised between the seeds and for all Precea models - The FertiSpot system ensures spot-accurate application of the fertiliser under the seed. Owing to the legal requirements for a reduction in the permitted amount of fertiliser used, the challenge lies in using fertiliser more and more efficiently.

Sep 12, 2023

The new Cirrus 9004-2C Grand trailed cultivator drill

Cultivator drill for large-scale farms and contractors - AMAZONE has extended its large area seed drill range with the new Cirrus 9004-2C Grand trailed cultivator drill. The machine is offered in a working width of 9 m and a row spacing of 16.6 cm.

Sep 12, 2023

Combined for high outputs!

FT-P 1502 self-contained front tank and Primera DMC universal seed drill: The FT-P 1502 self-contained front tank is the ideal partner for any applications with liquid products. These include a seed drill with liquid fertiliser equipment, a hoe with a band sprayer and many others.

Sep 12, 2023

New AMAZONE Precea-TCC trailed precision air seeder

AMAZONE is expanding its range of precision seeders with the new trailed Precea 9000-TCC and 12000-TCC models, in working widths of 9 and 12 m respectively. This variant, which has been developed specially for large-scale farms and contractors, stands out with its high-performance overpressure singling, large tank capacities and innovative Central Seed Supply seed delivery system.

Sep 12, 2023

New Centaya-C Special harrow-mounted seed drill with twin-chamber hopper

After AMAZONE introduced the Centaya-C Super harrow-mounted seed drill for combined grain and fertiliser sowing in autumn 2022, the Centaya Special pneumatic harrow-mounted seed drill now follows as the smaller version. The machine has a hopper capacity of 1,500 l and is equipped with a twin-chamber hopper. AMAZONE offers the Centaya-C Special in working widths of 3 m, 3.5 m and 4 m.

Sep 12, 2023

DirectInject for the Pantera self-propelled crop protection sprayer

Needs-based metered addition of products at the touch of a button - The Pantera 4504 and 7004 are now available with the DirectInject direct feed system, in order to supply individual products flexibly, quickly and matched to requirements. In times of growing challenges for plant protection with respect to a reduction in the use of pesticides and increasing application requirements combined with time and cost pressure within the farm, DirectInject offers an excellent way...

Sep 12, 2023

SCHMOTZER hoes

Precision mechanical weed control for every farm - VR 2 linear shift frame: SCHMOTZER offers a new shift frame for its hoes. The VR 2 linear shift frame catches the eye as a result of its extremely compact design, and its strength impresses, especially when hoeing under the most difficult of conditions.

Sep 12, 2023

ContourControl boom guidance for UF 02 mounted sprayers

Maximum precision and output for mounted sprayers - As an alternative to DistanceControl automatic boom guidance, AMAZONE now also offers the automatic active ContourControl boom guidance for the UF 1602 and 2002 on boom working widths from 27 m. The ContourControl active boom guidance guarantees precise application at high forward speeds for maximum work rates and yet exact, close distances to the target surface and so resulting in less drift.

Sep 12, 2023

New Super-L3 boom now in up to 48 m working width

Maximum precision as a result of new swing compensation system through ContourControl and SwingStop Plus. Maximum working width with the best boom ride! AMAZONE developed the Super-L3 booms for the most extreme conditions and an absolutely smooth boom ride. The product range previously covered booms in working widths of 36 - 42 m. However, now the 30 m, 33 m, 45 m and 48 m wide versions have been added.

Sep 12, 2023

Hydraulic pump drive for the UF 1602 and UF 2002 mounted sprayers

Maximum comfort for mounted sprayers: AMAZONE offers a hydraulic pump drive for the UF 1602 and UF 2002 mounted sprayer. This is completely integrated in the hydraulic system in conjunction with the Comfort-Pack. The hydraulic pump drive, which replaces the drive shaft, makes the attachment to various tractors exceptionally easy and requires no maintenance.

Sep 12, 2023

CurveControl for AMAZONE centrifugal broadcasters

AMAZONE was awarded the silver medal in the AGRITECHNICA Innovation Awards 2023 for precise fertiliser application around a curve - CurveControl adjusts the lateral distribution to the various cornering speeds and corrects the movement of the spread pattern in centrifugal fertiliser broadcasters when driving around bends.

Sep 12, 2023

AMAZONE ZG-TX – The new trailed combi spreader without compromise

Flexible – Precise – High-performance. AMAZONE sets new standards in the combi spreader sector with the new trailed ZG-TX. Both granular mineral fertilisers and earth-moist limes can be applied precisely through the one machine by means of a simple conversion between the TS spreading system and the newly developed spreading unit for lime. The ZG-TX therefore combines the advantages of the TS spreading system, with its disc-integrated AutoTS for optimum border spreading...

Sep 12, 2023

Pantera 7004 self-propelled sprayer

Maximum performance and flexibility with the new self-propelled sprayer from AMAZONE: With the Pantera 7004, AMAZONE is offering a further model in the self-propelled sprayer segment. The outstanding features of this new machine are its high tank capacity and the newly developed running gear. The Pantera 7004 combines high performance with first-rate driving characteristics and is ideal for large-scale farms and contractors who place the highest demands on efficiency and...

Sep 12, 2023

New Teres 300 stepped adjustable plough

Stepped plough with manual furrow width adjustment as well as extension of the SpeedBlade plough body range - The new models mean that the previous Teres offer has been extended by the stepped adjustable ploughs with manual furrow width adjustment. AMAZONE now offers a Teres mounted plough with 4, 5 or 6 furrows with variable furrow width adjustment or manual furrow width adjustment for tractors up to 300 hp. The furrow width can be adjusted to 35, 40, 45 or 50 cm for...

Sep 12, 2023

The new Cenio 4000-2 folding, universally adaptable mounted cultivator

AMAZONE will present the new Cenio 4000-2, a folding mulch cultivator in a 4 m working width, at Agritechnica 2023. The introduction of this new model means that the Cenio product range, which has so far consisted of the 3 m, 3.5 m and 4 m rigid machines, has now been complemented by the 4 m hydraulic-folding variant.

Sep 12, 2023, Harsewinkel/Oirlo/Hasbergen-Gaste

Joined forces: CLAAS, AgXeed and Amazone establish the world's first cross-industry autonomy alliance

CLAAS, AgXeed and Amazone have stepped up their collaboration in the field of highly automated and autonomous agricultural machinery and work processes by establishing the first multi-manufacturer autonomy group. 3A – ADVANCED AUTOMATION & AUTONOMY – awarded a silver medal in the AGRITECHNICA Innovation Awards 2023.

Sep 12, 2023

New functions for the AmaTron 4 ISOBUS terminal

5 software functions for new possibilities within Precision Farming. The latest software of AmaTron 4 now offers even more additional functions in combination with AMAZONE crop protection sprayers, seed drills, fertiliser spreaders and for data management.

May 15, 2023

Ready for something big? INNOVATION: AMAZONE Precea-TCC trailed precision air seeder

AMAZONE is expanding its range of precision seeders with the new trailed models, Precea 9000-TCC and 12000-TCC, in working widths of 9 and 12 m respectively. This variant, which has been developed specially for large-scale farms and contractors, stands out with its high-performance overpressure singling, large tank capacities and innovative Central Seed Supply seed delivery system. The high-precision seed placement ensures optimum field emergence, even at increased...

May 3, 2023

140 years of AMAZONE: “Ideas for our future”

When Heinrich Dreyer founded the company “H. Dreyer Factory for Agricultural Machinery and Equipment” in Gaste near Osnabrück on May 1st 1883, he was not to know that Amazone would eventually develop into one of the leading global manufacturers of agricultural machinery. This family-owned company has been offering innovative products to farmers for 140 years now.

Apr 27, 2023

New AMAZONE Tyrok 400 Onland semi-mounted reversible plough

AMAZONE is now offering the Tyrok 400 semi-mounted reversible plough for on land ploughing. The Tyrok Onland provides a high level of flexibility as a result of the quick and easy change between either on land or in-furrow operation. The new models are offered with a choice of 7, 8 or 9 furrows for tractors of up to 400 hp.

New AMAZONE in-cab terminal AmaSpread 2

New AmaSpread 2 control terminal - available immediately. The range of control terminals in the field of fertilisation has been revised. After the machine-specific terminal family was updated in 2019 with the entry level EasySet 2, a new control terminal is now available in the mid-range sector.

Obituary Prof. h.c. Dr. Dr. h.c. Heinz Dreyer

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of our shareholder, and longstanding CEO of the Amazone Group, Prof. h.c. Dr. Dr. h.c. Heinz Dreyer on 17 February 2023, at the age of 90.

Mar 13, 2023

DLG Image Barometer 2022/2023

AMAZONE once again in 4th place in the DLG Image Barometer 2022/2023. We have been rated as the best of the medium-sized machinery manufacturers in the agricultural machinery sector for several years now. Our thanks go to our many customers and partners for their appreciation and trust in our company.