AgriSpread
AgriSpread (Running Gear Ltd) is an Irish manufacturer of precision twin-disc fertiliser, lime, bulk-product, and rear-discharge manure spreaders, serving farmers and agricultural contractors across nine countries through a global dealer and distributor network, with a wholly-owned construction division called SpreadTec.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2006
- HeadquartersBallyhaunis, Ireland
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What AgriSpread does
AgriSpread (legal entity Running Gear Ltd) is a Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo, Ireland-based manufacturer of agricultural spreading machinery founded in 2006 by the Murphy family as a second-generation business with roots in the 1976-established MAJOR equipment brand. The company designs and produces twin-disc fertiliser, lime, bulk product, and rear-discharge manure spreaders from a 5,744 m2 purpose-built production facility co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund and Enterprise Ireland, serving farmers (individual and enterprise) and agricultural contractors across nine countries in Europe, Africa, Oceania, North America, Asia, and South America.
The product portfolio spans three ISOBUS-compatible precision spreader series — the flagship AS3000 Series (launched 2025, independently certified to spread fertiliser to 36m and lime to 12m), the mid-range AS2000 Series with hydraulic drive and variable rate capability, and the entry-level AS1000-2K Series with the company's proprietary two-vane 2K spreading deck — alongside chassis hopper-mounted units, a hydraulic folding wind boom, and the Pro and Pro+ vertical and horizontal beater manure spreaders. Core technical differentiators include ISOBUS Dynamic Automatic Rate Control (real-time flow measurement with automatic application rate adjustment), 4-point load cells on a shock-proofed double chassis, Variable Rate Technology integrating GPS prescription maps, and 16-section Section Control that the company claims reduces fertiliser requirements by 5-15%. In 2023 the company established SpreadTec, a wholly-owned construction equipment division offering soil stabilization and earthmoving products such as the DS8 model launched in 2025.
AgriSpread generates revenue through B2B hardware sales of agricultural and construction spreading equipment and a spare parts aftermarket, executed exclusively through a global dealer and distributor channel supported by field-based Business Development Executives, a dealer portal at dealers.agrispread.com, and direct factory support for warranty, technical, and parts. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Distribution is structured around national/regional distributors such as Waringa Distribution (Australia and New Zealand, with 50+ dealers in Australia) and Power Farming (Ashburton, New Zealand). Beyond equipment sales, the company pursues custom design engineering for niche agricultural, amenity, and construction applications, and runs multi-channel marketing including major trade shows (Agritechnica, LAMMA, NZ Fieldays, Royal Highland Show, CQMS) plus brand partnerships such as the Farming Simulator official partnership announced in July 2025.
AgriSpread firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AgriSpread
- Legal name
- Running Gear Ltd
- Website
- https://agrispread.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2006
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- AgriSpread (Running Gear Ltd) is an Irish manufacturer of precision twin-disc fertiliser, lime, bulk-product, and rear-discharge manure spreaders, serving farmers and agricultural contractors across nine countries through a global dealer and distributor network, with a wholly-owned construction division called SpreadTec.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
AgriSpread industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Agricultural Spreading Machinery
- NAICS
- Farm and Garden Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423820)
- SIC
- Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Crop Protection & Application Equipment (Sprayers/Spreaders) (IMAHACAC)
Keywords
Where AgriSpread is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Ballyhaunis
- HQ country
- Ireland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
AgriSpread business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Agricultural Machinery Sales: AgriSpread generates the majority of revenue from the sale of agricultural spreading equipment including fertiliser, lime, bulk product spreaders, and manure spreaders. Products are sold through a global dealer and distributor network with various model series targeting different market segments from small farms to large-scale contractors.
- Spare Parts & Components: Parts Manager Peter Reddington manages spare parts distribution for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of installed base of AgriSpread equipment worldwide.
- Custom Design & Engineering Solutions: AgriSpread provides innovative custom design and one-off solutions for customers requiring niche market applications, whether minor changes or new development/custom builds.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
AgriSpread product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AgriSpread designs and manufactures twin-disc fertiliser, lime, bulk product, and rear-discharge manure spreaders equipped with ISOBUS-compatible precision spreading systems (automatic rate control, variable rate, section control, GPS). The portfolio spans the flagship AS3000, mid-range AS2000, entry-level AS1000-2K, chassis-mounted spreaders, wind boom attachments, and Pro/Pro+ vertical and horizontal beater manure spreaders for agricultural and contractor markets worldwide.
Product overview
AgriSpread is a manufacturer of agricultural spreading equipment offering a portfolio of precision and robust spreaders. The core product lines include three series of fertiliser, lime, and bulk product spreaders: the flagship AS3000 Series (newest generation), the mid-range AS2000 Series with ISOBUS technology, and the entry-level AS1000-2K Series with the 2K spreading deck system. Supporting products include Chassis Hopper Mounted spreaders and the Hydraulic Folding Wind Boom for adverse conditions. For manure spreading, the Pro and Pro+ Vertical and Horizontal Beater Spreaders handle rear discharge applications. The company also operates a construction division under the SPREADTEC sub-brand. All AS Series spreaders feature precision farming capabilities including variable rate application, section control, and GPS guidance integration.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SpreadTec: Construction equipment division specializing in soil stabilization and earthmoving products including the DS8 and STEHR soil stabilization products.
Products and services
- AS3000 Series Flagship precision fertiliser, lime, and bulk product spreader series for farmers and contractors, featuring the latest precision spreading technology and independently certified to spread fertiliser to 36m and lime to 12m.
- AS2000 Series Mid-range precision fertiliser, lime, and bulk product spreader with hydraulic drive, ISOBUS technology, variable rate capability, and section control options for precision farming applications.
- AS1000-2K Series Entry-level precision spreader series featuring a re-designed stainless steel 2K spreading deck system with adjustable rear deck positioning and two-vane spinner design for accurate product placement.
- Chassis Hopper Mounted Chassis-mounted spreader design that integrates directly with vehicle chassis for streamlined deployment in various agricultural spreading applications.
- Hydraulic Folding Wind Boom Hydraulic folding wind boom attachment designed to handle spreading operations in windy conditions, providing greater spreading flexibility and accuracy.
- Pro Vertical Beater Spreader Rear discharge manure spreader with vertical beater configuration for spreading well-rotted manure, compost, and bulk materials with proven reliability.
- Pro+ Vertical Beater Spreader Enhanced rear discharge manure spreader with upgraded vertical beater configuration offering increased output, productivity, and precision spreading capabilities.
- Pro+ Horizontal Beater Spreader 16-tonne large capacity horizontal beater rear discharge manure spreader featuring twin horizontal rotors over large rotating disks for increased output, productivity, and precision spreading of well-rotted manure, compost and bulk materials.
- SpreadTec DS8 Soil Stabilisation Spreader SpreadTec DS8 construction-industry spreading equipment designed for soil stabilisation and earthmoving applications, manufactured by AgriSpread's SpreadTec construction division.
- Spare Parts & Components Spare parts and components for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of the global installed base of AgriSpread agricultural spreaders and construction equipment.
- Custom Design & Engineering Solutions Bespoke design and engineering services for customers requiring niche market applications, including minor modifications or full custom builds of agricultural, amenity, and construction spreading equipment.
Quantifiable outcome
- 5-15% reduction in fertiliser requirements
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use AgriSpread
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
AgriSpread technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
AgriSpread partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Farming SimulatorminorAgriSpread became an Official Partner of Farming Simulator in July 2025, providing brand visibility to the gaming community of agricultural enthusiasts worldwide through product integration in the popular simulation game.
- Waringa DistributioncoreWaringa Distribution is AgriSpread's appointed distributor for New Zealand and Australia. The partnership includes warehousing, assembly, freight, and parts distribution across both North and South Islands in New Zealand, with over 50 dealers across Australia. Chris Tricker serves as Country Manager for New Zealand operations.
- Power Farming (Ashburton)corePower Farming branch in Ashburton, New Zealand provides local presence and support for AgriSpread products in New Zealand alongside Waringa Distribution.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights6 records
AgriSpread competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Rauch Landmaschinenfabrik: German specialist manufacturer of fertilizer spreaders and winter spreading technology. Pioneer in twin-disc spreading, ISOBUS rate control and drift-reducing application - core technology direct comparable to AgriSpread's AS/AS3000 platforms.
- Sulky-Burel: French family-owned manufacturer of fertiliser spreaders and seed drills. Direct comparable to AgriSpread in the European mid-premium spreader market with overlapping ISOBUS/VRT functionality.
- KUHN Group: French-based global manufacturer of farm machinery including fertiliser spreaders (MDS, AXIS) and rear-discharge manure spreaders. Competes head-on with AgriSpread across fertiliser/lime application and livestock manure handling.
- Bogballe: Danish specialized fertilizer spreader manufacturer with a long heritage in twin-disc centrifugal spreaders. Competes in the same mid-tier precision fertiliser segment as AgriSpread's AS2000 and AS1000-2K series.
- Hardi International: Danish-headquartered (with strong Australian presence) manufacturer of crop protection sprayers and related application equipment. Competes for the same farmer/contractor buyer that purchases AgriSpread spreaders, particularly in Oceania.
- Amazone: German independent manufacturer of agricultural and amenity machinery with a flagship twin-disc fertiliser spreader portfolio (ZA-V/ZA-TS) and ISOBUS/VRT/Section Control integration. Most direct global comparable to AgriSpread across product line and precision-ag positioning.
- Kverneland Group (Kubota): Kubota-owned manufacturer of tillage, seeding, fertilising (Vicon/Accord spreader lines) and crop protection equipment. Direct competitor in ISOBUS-compatible precision fertiliser spreaders, with comparable twin-disc and VRT technologies.
Broad incumbents
- AGCO Corporation: Global agricultural equipment manufacturer (Massey Ferguson, Fendt, Valtra) with precision application and ISOBUS-enabled implements. Competes indirectly through dealer networks that also stock independent sprayer/spreader brands.
- John Deere: Global leader in agricultural equipment with an extensive precision-ag portfolio including fertiliser spreaders (e.g. R-series) and exact-application technology. A broad incumbent offering overlapping capabilities as part of a wider portfolio.
Regional players
- Stoltzfus Spreaders: US-based regional manufacturer of manure and lime spreaders primarily serving North American livestock and broad-acre farms. Comparable in the rear-discharge manure/beater product category that complements AgriSpread's Pro/Pro+ vertical and horizontal beater lines.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
AgriSpread social profiles
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
AgriSpread leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles8 records
AgriSpread subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
AgriSpread funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
AgriSpread M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about AgriSpread
What does AgriSpread do?
AgriSpread designs and manufactures twin-disc fertiliser, lime, bulk product, and rear-discharge manure spreaders equipped with ISOBUS-compatible precision spreading systems (automatic rate control, variable rate, section control, GPS). The portfolio spans the flagship AS3000, mid-range AS2000, entry-level AS1000-2K, chassis-mounted spreaders, wind boom attachments, and Pro/Pro+ vertical and horizontal beater manure spreaders for agricultural and contractor markets worldwide.
Is AgriSpread a public or private company?
AgriSpread is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was AgriSpread founded?
AgriSpread was founded in 2006. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is AgriSpread based?
AgriSpread is headquartered in Ballyhaunis, Ireland, in the Europe region.
How does AgriSpread make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Agricultural Machinery Sales are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts & Components and custom Design & Engineering Solutions.
Who are AgriSpread's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Rauch Landmaschinenfabrik, Sulky-Burel, KUHN Group, Bogballe, Hardi International, Amazone and Kverneland Group (Kubota). Broad incumbents are AGCO Corporation and John Deere. Stoltzfus Spreaders is listed as a regional player.
Does AgriSpread have an API?
No public API is recorded for AgriSpread.
What industry is AgriSpread in?
AgriSpread's product category is Agricultural Spreading Machinery. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHACAC, Crop Protection & Application Equipment (Sprayers/Spreaders). Its NAICS code is 423820 and its SIC code is 3523.