Italian agricultural machinery manufacturer Oleo-Mac has launched its advanced 5 HP diesel power tiller in Sopore, aiming to provide a more efficient and economical farming solution suited to Kashmir’s agricultural conditions.
The launch event was attended by senior company officials, distributors, agriculture entrepreneurs and members of the farming community from different parts of the Valley.
Among those present were Mattia Barilli, Sandeep Naithani, Ashish Aggarwal, Hanief and representatives from Agro Sher along with other agriculture business partners from the region.
Company representatives said the newly introduced tiller has been specifically designed to meet the farming and orchard requirements of Kashmir, particularly for wet soil conditions, compact orchards and small land holdings common across the Valley.
Officials said conventional 9 HP diesel tillers are often too heavy and difficult to operate in Kashmir’s terrain and orchard fields. In comparison, the newly launched 5 HP diesel model offers easier handling, lower maintenance, improved fuel efficiency and balanced power output.
The company said the machine delivers strong torque at low RPM, unlike petrol weeders that consume more fuel and generate torque at higher RPM. This makes the tiller more suitable for wet and soft soil conditions while reducing fuel consumption.
