A tractor might be one of the biggest investments you’ll make on land. It’s easy to go for the cheapest option—especially when you’re staring at a price tag that’s already high. But the truth is, ...

Exploring an abandoned farm while testing if a cheap tractor can start, uncovering forgotten equipment, rustic scenery, and the challenges of revival.

A tractor pulls a disc plough to prepare land in readiness for the planting season. Last year saw farmers who have embraced mechanisation rewarded with good harvests. The good harvests have attracted ...