Direct Drilling
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Bulk Haulage
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Fertiliser Spreading
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Spraying
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Topping
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Tractor Man Hire
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Mowing
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Direct Drilling / Bulk Haulage / Fertiliser Spreading / Spraying / Topping / Tractor Man Hire / Mowing /
Agricultural Contracting Services
At Powell Contracts Ltd, we deliver reliable, flexible agricultural support across Mid Wales and the Herefordshire area. From spraying, drilling, and silage mowing to haulage and tractor hire, we provide experienced operators and well-maintained equipment to help local farms stay productive and efficient. Whether working directly with landowners or subcontracting, we take pride in offering dependable, high-standard service tailored to your needs.
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Direct Drilling
Our direct drilling service provides quick and clean crop establishment for grasses, swedes, turnips, and more. This method supports soil structure, reduces fuel use, and provides a cost-effective solution for new and overseeded crops.
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Bulk Haulage
For muck, stone, aggregates, and other bulk materials, we operate our NC 616 16-tonne dump trailer, providing an efficient option for site clearances, earthworks, and material transport. Need machinery, bales, or farm equipment moved? We provide a reliable transport service using our kane low loader — ideal for farms and contractors moving gear between sites.
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Fertiliser Spreading
We offer a flexible fertiliser spreading service. Whether applying nitrogen, potash, or tailored blends, we can spread most types of fertiliser to suit your cropping requirements. We ensure even coverage and effective application to help maximise your yield and get the most out of each acre.
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Spraying
We offer targeted spraying for herbicides including Roundup, Thistlex, and pre-emergent sprays, using our 12m boom sprayer. We work with care and precision to achieve full coverage and ensure applications are timed to suit crop cycles and ground conditions.
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Topping, Mowing & Silage Cutting
We offer a full range of grass cutting services, including pasture topping, general mowing, and silage mowing. Whether you need land tidied for grazing, paddocks managed, or fields mowed ahead of forage harvesting, we complete work efficiently with a clean finish. Our mowing service supports both routine maintenance and seasonal cropping.
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Subcontract Tractor & Driver Hire
Our tractor and operator service is available for a variety of seasonal and general tasks — including silage carting, grain haulage, and more. Whether you need backup for your own team or extra power during peak season, we’re ready to integrate into your workflow and help keep jobs on track.
Direct Drilling Swedes – Summer 2025
On 13th June 2025, 10 acres of Swedes were direct drilled for livestock forage. By 23rd August, just ten weeks later, the crop has established exceptionally well, with roots already larger than a fist and strong, leafy tops providing excellent grazing potential.
Crop Performance
Swede Growth: Large, well-formed roots showing strong establishment across the field.
Weed Control: Minimal weed presence thanks to direct drilling and careful ground preparation.
Clover Regrowth: Clover now coming through beneath the canopy, adding valuable protein to the sward and helping improve soil nitrogen.
Benefits of Direct Drilling
This trial underlines the value of direct drilling as a system for forage crops:
Lower input costs – reduced fuel use and fewer passes compared to traditional cultivations.
Soil health – minimal disturbance helps protect structure, retain moisture, and support soil biology.
Time efficient – quicker establishment, leaving more time for other work at a busy time of year.
Forage quality – clean rows and healthy crop growth ensure a high-energy feed source for stock through autumn and winter.
Find out how direct drilling can work for you.
Video recorded on 23rd August shows the crop after 10 weeks – a field of strong, uniform swedes with clover breaking through and virtually no weed burden.
Our Location: Serving Mid Wales and Beyond
Situated in the rural heart of Mid Wales, we are well-placed to serve a broad area across Powys and into the bordering English counties. Our central location provides convenient access to a wide range of towns, villages, and agricultural centres, allowing us to respond efficiently to jobs across the region.
We frequently operate in and around:
Brecon (approx. 10 miles)
Llandovery (approx. 17 miles)
Builth Wells (approx. 15 miles)
Abergavenny (approx. 30 miles)
Hereford (approx. 35 miles)
From rural contracting and infrastructure works to private and commercial builds, our reach across Mid Wales and surrounding areas enables us to deliver reliable, responsive services wherever they’re needed. Whether working on farms, new builds, or local infrastructure, we’re well-positioned to support projects of all sizes.
Contact us.
PowellContracts@gmail.com
+44 7496 263 935