The philosophy behind most new designs has always asked: “How can it be built strong enough for the intended job but simple enough to keep it affordable for farmers?”
Operating since 1966 and still family owned, the company is one of the last of its kind manufacturing in Australia.
General manager Derrick Berends said most local businesses that once manufactured their own implements now relied on imports.
“We believe it is important that Australia retains a local manufacturing sector,” Derrick said.
“This was crucially seen during the COVID pandemic when supply and cost issues for imported machinery became a significant problem for Australian farmers.
“We are proud that we were able to increase production to meet this need and hope that potential customers will factor in the importance of retaining the reliability of local manufacturers when assessing the cost benefit analysis of machinery purchases.”
Derrick believes manufacturers of imported products often lack knowledge of Australia’s farming conditions.
“Too often we see the poorer quality of workmanship and components, lack of after-market service and unavailability of spare parts have let some of these imported products down,” he said.
“Another issue is that customers are being sold machinery which is too light and not fit for purpose.
“This is where having 50-plus years of experience and a good network of dealers who can offer the right advice and back up the product they sell is so important.”
John Berends Implements is delighted once again to exhibit at the Elmore Field Days with Bertolis Farm Machinery, in a partnership that spans more than 40 years.
You’re invited to visit them at sites 897 and 899 to discuss your implement requirements.
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