In this video, Vojtěch Švarc, the manager of Chmel Farm, shares his passion for farming innovation. While keeping a focus on sustainable practices, he introduces a unique strip-till machine—a modern reinvention of older farming equipment designed to meet the needs of 21st-century agriculture. Vojtěch explains why he opted for an ECU modification to boost his older tractor’s performance by 50 horsepower. With this upgrade, he can tow larger, more efficient implements without investing in an entirely new tractor. Highlighting both the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of this approach, he emphasizes that it would be a shame to retire a perfectly functional machine for a small power deficit. This video features stunning drone footage of the tractor and strip-till machine at work, paired with Vojtěch's personal insights on embracing innovation while respecting tradition.

Case IH Magnum 190 – Steve Howthorn

Steve Howthorn / WA

Case IH Magnum 190

"Adding 40 HP has made a huge difference to my tractor, it's like having two tractors in one. The installation was done on-site, so I didn’t have to go anywhere. I’m really excited!"

Lachlan Grigg / VIC

John Deere S650

"Mate, fuel ain't cheap, so I gotta keep an eye on it with prices goin' up. This tune gets me about 250 hours a season, and that's a full run for me. Runnin' flat out, faster, coverin' more ground, and usin' less juice—it's bloody no-brainer, aye!"

 John Deere S650 – Lachlan Grigg
Case IH Quadrac 500 – Tim Norton

Tim Norton / NSW

Case IH Quadrac 500

"Turning the 500 into the 620 was exactly what we needed for our setup. Speed planting is the trend now, and our tractor just didn’t have the power before. After the tune, we’re now able to fully tap into the engine's potential. We’ve already had 5 tunes done, and we couldn’t be happier!"