Escorts Kubota Limited has introduced a new combine harvester, the ‘PRO588i-G’, under the Kubota brand in Punjab and Haryana. This harvester reduces air pollution by providing a profitable alternative to stubble burning. The new machine features a special threshing mechanism designed in Japan, which significantly reduces breakage of the fragile Basmati rice grains during threshing and boosts its export potential. Weighing just 2700 kilograms, it reduces soil compactness.
New Harvester Launch
Escorts Kubota Limited has launched the ‘PRO588i-G’ combine harvester, a new addition to the Kubota lineup, targeting farmers in Punjab and Haryana. This new technology offers a profitable solution for managing residual stalks, aiming to decrease the need for stubble burning and, consequently, reduce air pollution in North India.
Key Features
The ‘PRO588i-G’ introduces a unique threshing mechanism designed to minimize damage to the fragile long grains of Basmati rice. This reduces breakage, a common issue with conventional harvesters, boosting the rice’s price and export value. Furthermore, the harvested straw can be collected and reused as cattle feed or in biomass plants, providing an extra income source for farmers. The harvester weighs 2700 kg, significantly less than conventional machines, thus reducing soil compaction.
Management Commentary
Nikhil Nanda, Chairman & Managing Director, stated that the company is committed to introducing innovations that improve the lives of Indian farmers and helps in addressing the air pollution in North India.
Akira Kato, Deputy Managing Director, emphasized that the new combine harvester will help transform Indian agriculture, increase productivity, and meet sustainability goals.
Rajan Chugh, Chief Officer, Agri Solutions Business Division, added that the ‘PRO588i-G’ enhances harvesting technology in its class and will strengthen Escorts Kubota’s position in paddy crop applications.
Source: BSE
