L. Evans & Son supplies SFM Technology fruit harvesting machinery, providing expert advice, sales, servicing, and spare parts to growers across Herefordshire and surrounding counties.
SFM Technology, based in Somerset, England, is recognised as one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of advanced fruit harvesting machines, with more than 35 years of experience producing equipment for apples, blackcurrants, raspberries, and other soft fruits.
Working with innovative manufacturers like SFM Technology allows us to provide reliable harvesting solutions backed by professional support, helping fruit growers maximise efficiency and protect crop quality throughout the harvest season.
Working with specialist fruit harvesting machinery requires both reliable equipment and experienced support. By partnering with SFM Technology, L. Evans & Son can provide growers with advanced harvesting solutions designed to maximise efficiency while protecting crop quality.
Our knowledgeable team understands the challenges faced by fruit growers and can help recommend the right harvesting equipment based on orchard layout, crop type, and harvesting requirements.
Beyond supplying machinery, we also provide ongoing support through servicing, spare parts, and expert advice to help ensure reliable performance throughout the harvest season.
SFM Technology machinery is trusted by fruit growers for its precision harvesting, efficiency, and ability to protect crop quality during demanding harvest conditions. Designed specifically for orchards and soft fruit production, these machines help growers harvest fruit quickly while minimising damage to trees and produce.
SFM harvesters are also trusted by leading producers, including Thatchers Cider, who use bespoke SFM harvesting technology to carefully collect apples used in their well-known cider production.
Discover advanced fruit harvesting solutions designed to improve efficiency and support modern orchard operations.
SFM apple harvesting machinery is designed to efficiently remove, collect, and process apples while minimising fruit damage, helping growers achieve high output and consistent quality during harvest.
SFM blackcurrant harvesting machinery is designed to efficiently remove and collect berries from bushes while minimising fruit loss, helping growers achieve high yields and reliable harvesting performance.
SFM raspberry and rosehip harvesting machinery is designed for efficient harvesting of delicate soft fruits, helping growers achieve high output while maintaining fruit quality and minimising crop damage.
SFM Technology was established in Somerset, England, and has spent more than three decades developing specialist machinery for the fruit harvesting industry. The company has built a strong reputation for designing innovative harvesting equipment used by growers across the UK and internationally.
By focusing on gentle yet efficient harvesting systems, SFM Technology has helped modernise the way crops such as apples, blackcurrants, raspberries, and other soft fruits are harvested, improving productivity while protecting fruit quality.
Through trusted dealer partnerships such as L. Evans & Son, growers can access SFM harvesting machinery supported by expert advice, servicing, and ongoing technical support to help maximise performance throughout the harvest season.
SFM harvesters are designed for crops such as apples, blackcurrants, raspberries, and other soft fruits grown in orchards and plantations.
SFM machines use controlled shaking systems to gently remove fruit from trees or bushes, allowing it to be collected efficiently while minimising damage.
Modern harvesting machines are designed to be gentle on crops. Systems such as cushioned collection areas and controlled shaking help reduce bruising and fruit loss.
Yes, we offer guidance, agricultural servicing, and support for all machinery we supply.
Yes. Our experienced team can advise on the most suitable SFM harvesting machinery based on your crop type, orchard layout, and harvesting requirements.
Yes. SFM harvesting machinery is designed to handle commercial-scale orchards and plantations, helping growers harvest large areas quickly and efficiently.
Yes. Mechanical harvesting can significantly reduce the need for manual picking, helping growers save time, lower labour costs, and improve harvest efficiency.
SFM Technology is a British brand based in Somerset, England, specialising in the design and manufacture of fruit harvesting machinery for orchards and soft fruit growers.
