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About Horwood Bagshaw

Local History

Founded in 1838, Horwood Bagshaw stands as one of the oldest and most established manufacturers of agricultural machinery in Australia. Throughout its 185-year history, the company has consistently upheld a reputation for excellence, characterised by its commitment to quality, reliability, and innovation. This has earned Horwood Bagshaw a place of prestige within the agricultural industry.

The Early Years

Horwood Bagshaw was founded by John Stokes Bagshaw, who established the Pioneer Works in Elizabeth St Adelaide, South Australia in 1838. In the early years, the Pioneer Works focused on producing a range of tools and equipment for various industries, including mining and agriculture. John Henry Horwood also established his own company, JH Horwood & Co, in 1882, which produced hydraulic hoists, wool-scouring machines and well-boring tools.

In 1924, JH Horwood & Co was acquired by JS Bagshaw & Sons Ltd, and the two companies merged to form Horwood Bagshaw Ltd. The new company continued to produce a range of tools and equipment for various industries, including agriculture, and soon became known for its high-quality products and innovative designs.

The 1950s and Beyond

In the 1950s, Horwood Bagshaw underwent significant changes, with the Mile End plant being reorganised into one of the most modern foundries in the southern hemisphere. The company also began exporting its machinery to South Africa and South East Asia, and by the 1960s, the Horwood Bagshaw group of companies was manufacturing the largest range of agricultural implements offered by one manufacturer in Australia.

Horwood Bagshaw employed a significant number of personnel, with almost 1,000 employees in Australia. In 1972, the company made an acquisition that would shape its future, acquiring David Shearer located in Mannum, South Australia. This acquisition allowed Horwood Bagshaw to consolidate its operations at the Mannum site. In 1974, the company made the strategic decision to relocate its entire operations from two Adelaide sites to Mannum, which was followed by a comprehensive redevelopment of its factory.

Recent Developments

In 2018, Horwood Bagshaw was acquired by CNH, a leading global manufacturer of agricultural machinery and equipment. The acquisition has allowed Horwood Bagshaw to expand its reach and offer its products to a wider market, while also giving the company access to CNH’s extensive resources, expertise and technology.

Over the years, Horwood Bagshaw has continued to expand its product range and improve its manufacturing processes, and today the company offers a comprehensive range of high-quality agricultural machinery and equipment, including cultivators, drills, air seeders, spreaders and more.

Horwood Bagshaw products are currently sold through more than 80 dealerships located throughout the country.

Current products in the market

Horwood Bagshaw offers a comprehensive range of tillage implements, land-forming equipment, and seeding solutions. Their Scaribars are tough and versatile across tillage applications, while Grader/Scrapers boost profitability in irrigated lands. The Precision Seeding System combines Parallelogram and Presswheel ground-following technology with variable rate Airseeders, improving soil structure, seed placement, and reducing fertiliser toxicity.

Their fertiliser spreading range includes trailed spreaders with twin chain conveyors and True Variable Width Spreaders featuring patented Twin Chain Technology, giving operators full control over spread width and seamless compatibility with existing equipment.

Australian Quality

The design, engineering, manufacturing and assembly of Horwood Bagshaw products continues to be carried out right here in Australia, using local knowledge and local skills. That is why Horwood Bagshaw’s products proudly carry the internationally recognised Australian Made logo.

Australian Made—your guarantee of quality.

Australian Made logo

Reliability and Support Guaranteed.

Factory Backed Warranty

Horwood Bagshaw machinery is constantly being subjected to tough, everyday on-the-land testing. All our products come with a 12-month warranty. In the unlikely event you need to, please contact our friendly customer service team for warranty claims.
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