Massive demo day for PÖTTINGER farming machines at Limavady dealership

And it’s against this backdrop that Gary Jackson, who has spent 35 years in and around the agricultural machinery business, became a PÖTTINGER dealer.

Now in his sixth year, and with a big open day event coming up, he’s not regretted the move for a second.

“We began selling parts in 2017 for PÖTTINGER, but more and more of our customers wanted to buy new and second hand machinery. Diarmuid Claridge (general manager PÖTTINGER Ireland) asked us to become a dealership in 2020, and we haven’t looked back for a second.

“Our customers know that the products, the service, the warranty and the back-up are second to none. We can contact PÖTTINGER any time day or night, and someone will always pick up that call and help. That level of service is outstanding.”

Gary, who runs the family business in Limavady with his father Tommy and his two sons, Taylor and Dylan, specialises in machines for arable farmers, selling new and second-hand products.

He said: “We have had incredible feedback and lots of returning customers. We work mainly with arable farmers in the cereal market. Every year it gets tougher for them, with les time to do all the jobs that need done. The PÖTTINGER equipment helps with that.

“Whether it is a one man farm or a huge commercial enterprise, PÖTTINGER have all kinds of machines for all jobs.”

And he says the back up and knowledge he has from PÖTTINGER sales manager Ben Stokes is a key part of their success.

“PÖTTINGER will never, ever run down another manufacturer or their products; but they will talk about the differences between each machine and what the strengths are of the PÖTTINGER ones.”

Many customers come to T Jackson and Sons knowing exactly what they want or need, but the open day on October 7 which allows them to see all the machines in action and demo them is a massive help. For those who want more, the Jacksons and Ben Stokes can organise visits to the factory to see the machines being built.

Gary added: “Their attention to detail is second to none. Ben is incredibly switched on, and he will 110 per cent answer any questions that anyone has.”

“We are very impressed with the whole PÖTTINGER set up. Diarmuid runs a very tight ship.”

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