How to Properly Check Transmission Oil on a Fendt 1100MT Checking Transmission Oil on a Fendt 1100MT Isn’t Just a Quick Look When time is tight and there’s work to be done, it’s tempting to take a quick glance at the transmission oil gauge and move on. But on a Fendt 1100MT, checking transmission oil Read More
Maintenance Monday: Why Using the Right Oil in Your Tractor Really Matters When it comes to tractor maintenance, oil is one detail you can’t afford to overlook. Not all oils are created equal, and running the wrong oil in your tractor can lead to poor performance, unnecessary wear, and expensive repairs down the road. In Read More
Why Loader Work Is Hard on Tractor Grills Loader work is one of the most common times tractor grills get damaged. Whether you’re loading feed, moving silage, handling manure, or working with gravel, it doesn’t take much for a large rock or chunk of debris to fall straight down onto the front of the tractor. Read More
Why Loader Pin and Bushing Maintenance Matters On any farm or ranch in southern Alberta, a loader is one of the hardest-working pieces of equipment you own. Whether you are feeding cattle, moving bales, loading grain, or cleaning corrals, your loader sees constant use. Over time, that work takes a toll on wear components—especially pins Read More
The New Fendt 700 Gen7.1: What’s New and Why It Matters The Fendt 700 Vario Gen7.1 builds on the proven Gen7 platform, offering smarter power delivery, improved efficiency, and refined performance in the 200–300 hp class. This isn’t a complete redesign—it’s a focused upgrade in the areas that matter most to farmers in southern Alberta. Read More
Maintenance Monday Welcome to another Maintenance Monday from Hanlon Ag Centre! Shane is back with practical advice for farmers in southern Alberta on getting the most out of your feed mixer knives. Why Extra Knives Aren’t Always the Answer There’s a common misconception that simply adding more knives to your mixer will improve cutting. Shane Read More
Smart Power, Serious Value Step Up in Horsepower Without the Premium Price If you’re looking for more power without moving into premium price territory, the Massey Ferguson 5S Series is built to deliver. These tractors offer an ideal balance of performance, comfort, and value—perfect for southern Alberta farms that want dependable horsepower and modern features Read More
Maintenance Monday Loose PTO bolts might seem like a small issue, but they can lead to serious vibration, excessive wear, and costly breakdowns — usually at the worst possible time. In this Maintenance Monday episode, Shane breaks down everything you need to know about PTO bolt replacement, including when to replace them, why it matters, Read More
Meet the New King of Horsepower If you farm big acres, pull big implements, or demand big performance, the all-new Fendt 1000 Vario Gen4 is about to change the game. Announced in August 2025 and unveiled at Agritechnica, this next-generation tractor delivers more horsepower, more efficiency, and more smart technology than ever before. From massive Read More
Maintenance Monday: Prevent Costly Front Loader Repairs by Checking Pins and Bushings Early Front loaders put in long hours on southern Alberta farms, and small wear issues can quickly snowball into expensive repairs if they’re ignored. In this Maintenance Monday episode, Shane from Hanlon Ag Centre explains how front loader pin and bushing preventative maintenance Read More
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