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As we do every year, we have analysed the annual rainfall data for our area and prepare this report to share the results with you. The data are highly localized(La Alberca de Záncara - Cuenca) but we believe the precipitation pattern could be representative to the central area of Spain, where rainfall is generally lower than in the northern and southern regions.
The best word to describe 2024 might be "extraordinary". It was extraordinary because we had record harvests thanks to the 521 litres of rain . While this amount is close to the 24-year average, what truly stood out was the excellent distribution of rainfall throughout the year. Unlike in previous years, when we noted that it rained the same amount but at the wrong times. In 2024, the rain was well-timed and beneficial.
The first quarter was particularly rainy, ensuring a very good nascence. April and May were less rainy but the soil had reserves and the rains in June made for a record harvest. Our barley yield averaged 6,500 kg/ha, nearly double the usual 3,500 kg/ha.
Looking at the daily rainfall graph, we can see that it rained almost every 15 days, resembling an irrigated area. This pattern is also evident in the seasonal rainfall graph, where all seasons, including summer, were quite rainy.
In summary, 2024 will be remembered as a fantastic year for field crops (cereals, pulse vegetables, sunflowers, etc.), a stark contrast to previous years. However, it's worth noting that the year ended with very little rainfall, as November and December were particularly dry. Fortunately, January and February 2025 have been rainy so far, allowing crops to hold up well. We’ll see if this translates into another good harvest... stay tuned for next year’s report!
A fitting headline to describe new agricultural machinery sales in Spain in 2024 is ‘2024 was a good year’. As we will see below, sales have increased compared to 2023... although this was fairly easy to predict, given that 2023 was a catastrophic year for the sector in general.
Focusing on tractor sales, figures have returned to levels similar to those before 2023. This year, 10,452 units were sold, representing a 20% increase from last year. It is important to note that we are using data from ROMA, which includes ATVs, telehandlers, etc. If we exclude all vehicles of these types, the actual number of tractors sold would be around 8,740 units, 1,000 more than in 2023.
In terms of new machinery sold, 2024 sales figures are very similar to those of 2023. The total number of new machineris sold is higher this year, but this increase is primarily due to tractors and trailers. The sales trend for other types of machinery remains stable or even declining compared to 2023. On this occasion, a total of 31,678 new machines were sold, compared to 30,953 in 2023.
Key figures include:
Sales of combine harvesters have dropped significantly, with 177 units sold compared to 217 in 2023. Claas remains in first place and consolidates its leadership in this segment. This market is dominated by Claas, New Holland, and John Deere, which together account for 86% of total sales. However, this year, Fendt (10 units), Deutz-Fahr (9 units), and Case IH (4 units) have achieved a notable market share.
Finally, sales of new self-propelled grape harvesters have seen a significant increase, reaching 103 units (compared to 93 in 2023). New Holland once again leads this segment, capturing 68% of the market. The sales volume for this type of machinery remains stable at around 100 units, which reflects a strong outlook for vineyards, almond, and olive groves.
Data sources: ROMA and www.masquemaquina.com
Let's start by putting the evolution of 4-cylinder tractors into context, so we can clearly see the leap Fendt has made with its new 600 Series. A few years ago, 4-cylinder tractors were primarily focused on the mid-power range (around 100 hp). These tractors were mainly used for support tasks such as spraying, fertilization, and seeding with small drills—tasks that require less pulling power but benefit from high maneuverability and low fuel consumption.
However, things changed when 4-cylinder tractors began reaching up to 180 hp, such as the Fendt 516. These tractors were no longer just for lighter tasks; they were versatile enough to handle heavy-duty work like pulling large cultivators, fast disc harrows, or ploughs.
With the new 600 Vario series, Fendt goes one step further offering a tractor with a 4-cylinder engine, but clearly positioned in the high-horsepower segment with up to 224 hp in the Fendt 620 model. So, based on this vision, I was eager to get to know this new 600 series and it didn't disappoint. We will now tell you about our working day and explain the main features of this new series.
Over the Christmas holidays, we had the opportunity to visit Luquero Pinilla Farm in Chatún (Segovia), where they had just received a Fendt 620 Profi+ Vario. One pleasant surprise on our arrival was that they already owned five other Fendt tractors (including a Fendt 728 Gen7), so they were very familiar with the brand (you can see more in our videos). In this farm they are very dedicated to fruit and vegetable crops such as potatoes, carrots, onions, leeks,... and some cereals. A very horticultural area that is always very interesting to visit.
The main features that we highlight of the new Fendt 600 series are:
In the final part of our day in Chatún (Segovia), we went to the field where we could see and test the tractor at work. Victor, one of the three brothers on the farm, pointed out several things he saw in the tractor, such as:
In short, a new Fendt 600 series that replaces the prestigious Fendt 700 Gen6 series and that we are sure to see many tractors in our Spanish fields. We were really impressed by it!
