Farm safety day back at Battlefords Agricultural Society

Mar 28, 2023

Kids in the Battlefords area will have a chance to learn some helpful tips they need to know about staying safe on the farm, during the upcoming Progressive Agricultural Safety Day.

The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 11 at the AgriPlex and AgriVilla buildings, at the exhibition grounds in North Battleford.

Battlefords Agricultural Society general manager Jocelyn Ritchie said this is the first time the organization has held the event since before the pandemic situation, so she was looking forward to offering it again.

“It’s a good program for the school kids,” she said. “They learn about all kinds of safety – from farm safety, water safety, ATV safety, chemical safety – all kinds of different safety aspects.”

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Video: NEW PowerStar Electro Command Tractor from New Holland

Alex Berwager, Livestock and Dairy Business Manager for New Holland North America, introduces the PowerStar 120 Electro Command — a next-generation utility tractor built for power, comfort, and operator efficiency.

This latest addition to the PowerStar family brings modern styling, upgraded lifting performance, and precision control to daily farm operations, making it an ideal choice for livestock, hay, and dairy producers.

Key Highlights in This Video:

Modern Styling: New hood design gives the PowerStar a bold, updated look consistent with New Holland’s latest tractor lineup.

Enhanced Operator Comfort: Features front axle suspension, cab suspension, and an updated suspended seat for smooth, fatigue-free operation during long hours.

Unmatched Lift Capacity: The rear hitch now offers up to 10,000 lbs of lift capacity — nearly double that of competing tractors in its class.

Electro Command Transmission: A 16×16 semi-powershift system provides effortless shifting — eight gears in A/B range and eight in C/D, with clutch-free shifting within ranges.

Electronic Mid-Mount Joystick: Combines transmission shifting and loader control in one ergonomic handle, improving loader cycle efficiency and operator convenience.

Ease of Operation: Designed for simplicity and performance, making it a reliable workhorse for daily chores, loader tasks, and light fieldwork.