Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Agricultural Machinery Dealers in Forfar
Established in 1987, Netherton Tractors has grown to become one of Scotland's largest and most respected agricultural machinery dealerships. Specialising in John Deere equipment, we offer a comprehensive range of new and used machinery tailored to meet the needs of livestock, arable, and amenity customers. Our five strategically located depots across Scotland provide genuine and aftermarket spares, expert workshop repairs, and field service support to ensure minimal downtime for our clients. With over 5 million worth of parts in stock and a 24-hour delivery service, we prioritise operational continuity for farming businesses. Our team of highly skilled technicians, trained at the John Deere Training Centre, utilise cutting-edge diagnostic tools to maintain equipment efficiency.In addition to machinery sales and servicing, our depots feature retail outlets offering country clothing, tools, and agricultural merchandise. We maintain franchise partnerships with leading brands including Kramer, Kverneland, and Dewulf to provide diverse solutions. Our Precision Agriculture department specialises in John Deere Greenstar technology, helping farmers optimise productivity through data-driven solutions. With decades of collective experience across our management team, we combine technical expertise with local market knowledge to deliver tailored agricultural support. Our commitment to continuous improvement is demonstrated through regular staff training and investment in the latest service technologies.
Services
Tractor Sales
Parts Supply
Equipment Servicing
Precision Agriculture
Machinery Rental
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We operate five strategically located depots covering Scotland's key agricultural regions
- Our technicians receive regular training at the John Deere Training Centre in Langar
- We maintain 5 million worth of parts stock with 24-hour delivery availability
- We offer precision agriculture solutions using John Deere Greenstar technology
- Our service vehicles bring workshop capabilities directly to customer locations
Services
Tractor Sales
We offer comprehensive tractor sales across Scotland, featuring new and used John Deere models and complementary brands. Our inventory includes tractors for arable, livestock, and amenity applications, with expert guidance to match equipment to operational needs. Customers benefit from financing options and trade-in valuations.
Parts Supply
Our parts departments maintain over 5 million stock across five depots, covering all major agricultural machinery brands. We provide same-day availability for most components, with 24-hour delivery for out-of-stock items. The inventory includes hydraulic fittings, PTO shafts, and maintenance tools.
Equipment Servicing
We deliver comprehensive equipment servicing through trained technicians equipped with John Deere diagnostic technology. Services include sprayer testing, air conditioning maintenance, and winter service packages. Mobile service vehicles enable on-site repairs to minimise equipment downtime.
Precision Agriculture
Our Precision Ag department specialises in John Deere Greenstar systems, providing GPS guidance and data management solutions. We offer Operations Center integration and equipment upgrades to enhance farming efficiency. Services include yield mapping, variable rate application, and telematics installation.
Machinery Rental
We provide short-term machinery rental solutions for seasonal or temporary needs. The fleet includes tractors, telehandlers, and specialist cultivation equipment. Rental customers receive maintenance support and operator training to ensure safe, productive use of hired machinery.
People
Garry Smith
General Manager
With over 15 years in agricultural machinery management, Garry oversees Netherton's operations since joining in 2005. He leads strategic development across all depots.
Lachlan Thomson
Service Manager
Leading the Forfar service team since 2014, Lachlan manages John Deere LTA-certified technicians and customer support operations at the flagship depot.
Alan Irvine
Precision Ag Specialist
A 24-year veteran in agricultural technology, Alan has led Netherton's Precision Ag department since 1999, specialising in Greenstar system implementations.
Andy Wall
Aftermarket Manager
With 15 years in agricultural parts management, Andy has coordinated Glenrothes operations since 2008, focusing on aftermarket support and customer logistics.
Kevin Black
Parts Manager
As Group Parts Manager since 2012, Kevin oversees inventory management across all depots, ensuring 5m stock availability and 24-hour delivery efficiency.
Questions
What brands of agricultural machinery do you sell?
We are Scotland's largest John Deere dealership, also offering Kverneland, Kramer, Dewulf, HE-VA, and Opico equipment through franchise partnerships.
Do you provide parts for non-John Deere machinery?
Yes, our parts departments stock components for all major agricultural brands, with £5 million inventory across our five depots.
Are precision agriculture services available across Scotland?
Our Precision Ag team provides Greenstar system support nationwide, including equipment installation, data management, and operator training.
What servicing options exist for out-of-warranty machinery?
We service all brands regardless of warranty status, offering competitive rates and mobile support for both John Deere and non-John Deere equipment.
Can I get same-day delivery for urgent parts?
Our 24-hour delivery service ensures urgent parts availability, with same-day dispatch for most out-of-stock components across Scotland.
Do you offer winter maintenance packages?
Yes, we provide seasonal service packages with discounted rates for combine servicing and other winter maintenance requirements.
