SKY Agriculture: Direct Sales Strategy for the UK Market
Burel Group Introduces Sky Agriculture: Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Farming
In 2023, the Burel Group proudly launched Sky Agriculture, merging its three renowned brands—Prolog, Sulky, and Sky. This strategic merger allows Sky Agriculture to offer a more cohesive and innovative approach, helping farmers adopt sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. With a comprehensive range of solutions focused on precision, technology, energy efficiency, and agronomy, Sky Agriculture is set to provide unmatched support to dealers and farmers alike.
Direct Sales to the UK Market: A Strategic Shift
After thorough evaluation, the Burel Group has made the strategic decision to directly supply its entire Sky Agriculture product line to UK dealers. This move aligns with the successful distribution model already implemented in key markets such as France, Poland, and Germany, and represents a significant commitment to the UK agricultural sector.
Mark Whalley, Sky Agriculture UK Team Leader & Territory Sales Manager, commented on this new chapter: “We aspire to make the United Kingdom the Burel Group’s number one export market. We plan to merge the existing OPICO Sky dealers with our existing network to ensure we continue to offer top tier support to both dealers and farmers.”
During this transition, OPICO Ltd will continue to provide parts for the No-Till EASYDRILL until the end of November 2024. Julien Paul, Sky Agriculture’s Sales Director, expressed his gratitude to OPICO for their successful work in promoting the EASYDRILL over the years.
Sky Agriculture is backed by a strong UK team, including two Territory Sales Managers—Mark Whalley (North) and Mark Dolby (South)—as well as a dedicated Product and Technical Specialist, Richard German. Their combined focus is on strengthening relationships with dealers and ensuring seamless support across the UK.
Sky Agriculture’s Vision:
At the forefront of agricultural innovation, Sky Agriculture is dedicated to transforming farming practices, enhancing productivity, and contributing to a more sustainable future for UK agriculture. Our expertise is built around four core pillars:
- Precision: Every seed and every acre matter. Our cutting-edge precision seed drills, cultivation tools, and fertiliser spreaders empower farmers to maximize yields while minimizing waste.
- Technology: From the X50 Speed Control Spreaders to the advanced P250 Coulter Bar on the EASYDRILL, our state-of-the-art machinery integrates the latest technological innovations to optimize performance.
- Energy Efficiency: Sustainability is no longer a choice—it’s a necessity. We are committed to developing energy-efficient machinery that helps farmers reduce both costs and emissions.
- Agronomy: We believe that agriculture is about more than machinery—it’s about understanding the land. Our deep agronomic expertise allows us to advise farmers on regenerative practices and to design machinery tailored to their needs.