28/05/2026 by Joel Thompson
Respected as a prominent lubricant supplier, global manufacturer Fuchs Lubricants is now partnering with farming businesses in South Africa, advising on machinery economics and productivity.
A recent report highlighted how many farming operations in the nation are battling with decisions regarding mechanisation. Two key options exist: to trust proven analogue tractors that are easier to repair and maintain, or to invest in smart machinery offering advanced diagnostics and telematics.
At the core of the debate is machine dependability, operational uptime and total cost of ownership (TCO) – crucial areas where Fuchs Lubricants has a depth of understanding.
Application Engineers Manager for Fuchs Lubricants in South Africa, Greg Tarr, commented that farmers aren’t operating machinery for fun, but to supply specific outcomes. As such, he added that every single litre of fuel used must have protection from the right type of lubricant.
Agriculture in South Africa involves high stakes during planting and harvest seasons. Close margins, unpredictable weather and long working days require reliable machinery that can perform without failure. Fuchs Lubricants has supplied agricultural oil for decades alongside specific solutions for engines, hydraulics, transmissions and wet-brake systems to ensure farmers keep mobile and off-road equipment running effectively under challenging conditions.
Now, as farmers in South Africa make crucial mechanisation decisions, Fuchs Lubricants is supplying its expertise, locally supported and produced lubricants and advisory services to ensure that tractors run safer for longer and cost-effectively, whether they are completely mechanical or cloud-connected. Its lubricants are engineered with additives and base oils to manage heat and reduce wear, helping harvesters and tractors perform at optimum.
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