Eyre Peninsula is a productive but challenging region, with unpredictable rainfall, frosts and a range of difficult soils.
From non-wetting sands and compacted hardpans to alkaline calcareous country, the conditions demand reliable gear.
WSB Cummins branch manager Zakk Bullard knows these pressures well.
“Farmers on the EP don’t have time or money to waste,” he said.
“When the season breaks, you need to be ready to go – and the equipment has to perform.”
That is why farmers are turning to Bourgault’s precision seeders and high-capacity air carts.
Known for strength and seeding accuracy, Bourgault systems are designed to help farmers hit narrow windows, conserve soil moisture and make every pass count.
“What stands out is how Bourgault machines handle tough conditions,” Zakk explained.
“You can seed into heavy stubble, get depth into moisture and apply fertiliser exactly where it’s needed all in one go.”
The 4420DKD Deep Knife Drill are purpose-built for Australia, with deep working openers and adjustable breakout force.
They allow for deeper moisture access and strong residue clearance, especially important for dry sowing in the EP’s lighter soils.
Bourgault’s large-capacity air carts also make a difference.
With sizes up to 1,300 bushels (45,000 litres) and advanced control systems like Apollo, they reduce refill stops and give farmers control over multiple products.
“It’s all about covering more ground with fewer delays,” Zakk said.
Tillage and residue management are just as important.
Bourgault’s range includes robust cultivators and disc drills, that help manage non-wetting soils, improve seedbeds, and incorporate nutrition where it is needed.
“Some of the soils up this way need more than just a quick scratch,” Zakk said.
“Having the ability to break through a hardpan or fix patchy soil structure gives growers a better base to work from.”
Backed by local service and strong parts support through WSB, Bourgault equipment is helping EP farmers keep moving.
“We know how tight seeding can be,” Zakk said.
“Our job is to make sure farmers can keep moving when it matters most.
“We’ve been supporting farmers for decades, and we’ve built a network that ensures fast access to parts and expert service when you need it.”
From pre-season set-up and training to in-field troubleshooting and spare parts, WSB provides a full service that farmers can rely on.
