While agriculture is vital for the global food supply, so too are the tires used for machinery and various applications; here’s more on what you need to know.
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Rising Demand
Due to factors such as rapidly growing population rates and issues of food security, there has been an increased demand for food which needs to be met through agriculture; tires used for various agricultural machinery have thus surged in demand as well with countries around the world looking to increase their food production.
Tire Markets
Agricultural tires feature well-defined markets and products that cater to diverse needs and activities; the market is divided into specialist segments, dependent on factors like the application and construction types, mainly radial and bias-ply tires. When it comes to tire use, the market can also be broken into original and replacement tires as well.
Specialised Products
To meet this growing demand for tires for agriculture, leading tire manufacturers such as GRI Tires have focused on offering specialised products. Utilising innovative technology such tires feature a range of tread patterns and enhancements; these can include reduced soil compaction, a high load-carrying capacity even at low inflation pressure and superior traction and self-cleaning properties.
Challenges to Overcome
While the demand for agricultural tires is set to increase further, some challenges must be faced and overcome as well. These include aspects such as the volatility of commodity prices, economic instability, lack of land for agriculture due to increased industrialisation and urbanisation and changing weather patterns that can adversely affect agriculture.