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Tractor sales in key livestock-producing regions of the UK have shown signs of improvement compared to main crop-growing areas, according to the latest data from the Agricultural Engineers Association (AEA). The number of new tractor registrations for the first nine months of 2024 has decreased by 15% compared to the same period last year, totaling 8,224 units.

Every region in the UK experienced a decline in new tractor sales, with the most significant decreases observed in the south of England and the East Midlands. AEA economist Stephen Howarth noted that the decline in sales becomes less pronounced as you move northwards, with Scotland, the north of England, North Wales, and Northern Ireland experiencing smaller drops.

The shift towards larger and more powerful machinery has continued in 2024, with an increase in registrations for tractors above 240hp by 15% to 1,294 units. This segment now accounts for 16% of total tractors registered this year, up from 12% in the same period last year. The biggest decline, 25%, was seen in the 201-240hp band, indicating a preference among farmers and growers for more powerful machines.

Overall, the data suggests that the livestock sector has fared better than the crop sector in terms of tractor sales, possibly due to stronger prices for livestock products compared to crops impacted by adverse weather conditions.

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