Author: Léa Hervieu

L'Herbasol vigne tout-terrain Actisol a à cœur de faire évoluer ses matériels selon les besoins de ses clients. La proximité entre les retours du terrain, le bureau d'étude et l'atelier, offrent la possibilité à nos gammes d'évoluer rapidement en fonction des demandes. Grâce à ce circuit court, c'est aujourd'hui l'Herbasol...

Living soil and soil structure: finding the right balance in spring In spring, soils enter a key phase. Biological activity resumes, weather conditions warm up but sometimes remain unstable, and field work begins again. In this context, one question often arises: how can we preserve living soil while maintaining a...

Incorrect destruction of plant cover: agronomic impacts and mistakes to avoid Plant cover is a pillar of conservation agriculture. It protects soil structure, promotes biological activity and improves fertility. However, poor plant cover destruction can negate these benefits and severely penalise the next crop. Poor timing, unfavourable weather conditions, unsuitable...

Find us near you ! The Actisol team will be present at key events throughout the year. Here is the Actisol 2026 trade fair diary : June TERRE EN FETE : From 05 to 07 June in TILLOY LES MOFFLAINES (62) Agriculture event in Hauts-de-France for professionals and the general...

New: An adjustable PTO relay Range enhancement The Actimixt Evolution range of single beams (with hydraulic folding) has been enhanced with a new feature that is extremely practical for users. This system solves the problem of aligning the height of the power take-offs on different brands of tractors.As some are...

Actimixt Evolution: the latest version! Continuous improvements The Actimixt seedbed preparer has a wide range of fixed or folding beams ranging from 3 to 6 metres. Today, the folding range has been upgraded with new features. The Actisol design office is committed to developing equipment that meets the needs of...

Tips for extending the life of your Actisol equipment A great deal of Actisol equipment dating from the 2000s, 90s, 80s and even 70s is still in operation at our customers' facilities. But how? Our equipment is designed to last, but that's not all. Regular maintenance and checks on certain...

Actimixt, from field crops to vineyards Actimixt is one of the best-known products in the Actisol field crop range. It is now available for use on vines. Actimixt, or combined cracking The Actimixt B2 consists of a frame available in several working widths for vines from 1.80 m to 3.00...

Top 5 soil cultivation mistakes (and how to avoid them) The agricultural world has changed significantly in recent years. New technologies and numerous studies have paved the way for practices that respect soil life. Today's farmers no longer view the land as simply a medium for growing crops. But although...

The SpitFlow seed hopper: expanding our range to move forward with you For almost 60 years, Actisol has been supporting farmers in their cultivation and technical practices for living soils. A front seed hopper As part of its commitment to providing comprehensive support for our customers' itineraries, the Actisol design...

Mechanical weeding tools to be preferred For almost 6 decades, Actisol has been helping to preserve the structure and health of your soil, while complying with agronomic regulations. Our equipment and accessories evolve with you and the new regulations, to offer you effective tools, particularly for mechanical weeding. A virtuous...

How to decompact clay soil ? Compacted soil never bodes well for a farmer. When the soil is predominantly clay, the complications add up. Soil compaction is akin to structural damage, which considerably reduces porosity. Air exchange and water circulation are greatly reduced, or even blocked.This has a number of...

An ever-expanding range Solutions for every need The Actimixt has been designed to prepare a flat seedbed in a single pass. It can be upgraded with a range of optional accessories. Capable of working in combination or solo with a small offset, its chassis is available from 3 to 6...

When should mulching be used in agriculture? Mulching in agriculture has many benefits and enhances the value of farmers' soil. To find out more about this technique, read our article on how mulching works. There are several ideal times to mulch field crops to keep the soil alive and fertile,...

Agronomy and technology Discover our latest innovation: the two-in-one Herbasol, capable of working the full width of a row including slopes. Aerate the soil deep down with Herbasol Actisol has developed equipment for deep aeration that respects soil life. Herbasol encourages the development of micro-organisms and reactivates mineral elements, making...

How to maintain green spaces in local authorities ? Planting green areas in towns and cities has many benefits, particularly in terms of biodiversity, air quality, rainwater drainage and the fight against global warming. Regular, professional maintenance plays an important role not only in keeping them healthy, but also in...

How do you amend clay soil ? A farm can be made up of several different types of soil. It's important to know each plot so that you can adapt your work and your itineraries to get the best yield. There are 4 main types of soil: sandy, silty, humus...

What is crop rotation ? This agronomic practice consists of alternating the cultivation of different varieties as well as spring and winter crops on the same plot of land, according to a pre-determined order and duration. This practice is in complete contrast to monocultures such as wheat or maize. Crop...

More possibilities In the same spirit as the improvements to the Vitéa and Gaéa market gardening ranges, Actisol is offering new, specially adapted options for Multéa vigne. On the left, Multéa with tandem roller. On the right, fitted with the single roller. The Multéa, the cracker for wide to very...

How do you maintain a vine stock? The steps to follow. A vine has a lifespan of around thirty years. But to ensure its longevity, a certain number of operations need to be carried out throughout its life, while respecting its needs. At Actisol, we offer solutions in line with...

Simplified Cultivation Techniques SCT is becoming increasingly popular in the farming world. But what lies behind this abbreviation? What does it mean, and what impact does it have on agriculture? Definition and origins The Simplified Cultivation Techniques (SCT) cover all methods of cultivating the soil without turning over the first...

An evolving market gardening range Actisol for market gardening, a complete agronomic solution The market gardening range is being renewed ! But what does it stand for? The B1 (Actisol B1 teeth) and B2 (Actisol B2 teeth) Actisol market gardening ranges prepare beds of market garden crops from 1 to...

How mulching works in agriculture ? The mulching technique is highly recommended for anyone practising SCA (Soil Conservation Agriculture) and SCT (Simplified Cultivation Techniques). It is also universally applicable to virtually all crops (weeds, cereals, etc.). The word mulching clearly sums up how this process works, which is to cover...

A team at your service. Paul, a design and manufacturing technician, explains his role, how it works and the challenges he faces. Welcome behind the scenes at the Actisol engineering department ! Paul What is a engineering department and who makes up the Actisol team? "The engineering department is responsible...

Savings and agronomy Stell'Air: the multi-option star mulcher Tillage machinery comprising discs fitted with twisted blades, the Stell’Air is suitable for herbicide-free tillage trajectories. It carries out shallow work, moving the soil vertically by micro jets at between 7 and 12 kph to create a stale seedbed while cleaning the previous one...

How to study your soil to adapt your work to it ? Actidays 2022 Why study your soil ? Knowing the structure of your soil before doing anything to it ensures that you understand it and adapt your tillage strategy to the needs of each plot. How do you study...

Time and space saving Demeter : a cracker for all-round agronomical work The Demeter is a twin-beam fixed cracker. It is fitted with the unique Actisol tooth with independent double spring safety and a tandem roller combination. The mixteur roller promotes the straw’s integration into the soil or prepares the seedbed according...

Actisol, the new Actimixt Evolution Actimixt, for seedbed preparation The Actisol Actimixt comprises a twin beam frame available in various working widths: from 3 to 5 metres, fixed or telescopic, for TRADITION models and from 4.5 to 6 metres, folding, for EVOLUTION models. Coupled to another tool, powered or not,...

"Innovation through earth" An innovative farm machinery retailer is located in Havelange, in the Walloon region. It is with pleasure that we welcome AGRONOVA as a new international Actisol partner. We are delighted to welcome AGRONOVA as a new Actisol partner outside France. From Belgium to Luxembourg, AGRONOVA distributes the...

Adaptations for vineyards Star mulcher In line with its agroeconomic approach and to meet your needs, Actisol has adapted its seeding system to speciality crops. After having revealed the Stell’Air featuring a field crop seed hopper a few weeks ago, here is the Stell’Air featuring a vine seed hopper. It is specially...