Crop Rollers
At JF Hudson, our Crop Roller range has been engineered for one clear purpose – to press the swath of straw left behind by the combine once cereal crops such as wheat, barley, or oats have been harvested. By compressing the straw before it passes under the tractor, the roller ensures a smoother, more consistent feed into the baler. This results in higher forward speeds, improved straw flow, and increased baler output.
Unlike soil rollers or regenerative farming implements, JF Hudson Crop Rollers are designed exclusively for post-harvest straw management. Built for performance, simplicity, and durability, they offer a practical solution to help contractors and farmers optimise baling efficiency.
Purpose-Built for Field Performance
Every JF Hudson crop roller is engineered to deliver:
Precise Crimping Action
that terminates cover crops by crushing stems rather than cutting
Heavy-duty Roller Drums
featuring concave or toothed profiles for consistent soil contact
Grizzly-style
Rollers
built for rough terrain and thick biomass
Press
Rollers
that firm the soil around seeds for enhanced germination
Front-mounted Compatibility
with compact linkages and visibility-focused low-profile design
Custom Metal Finish & Paint-to-Match Options
including bottle green, New Holland blue, John Deere green, Fendt green and more.
Crop Roller Catalogue
What We Offer
Our product range, available to order, includes:
- Cover Crop Rollers – Crush and flatten cover crops to create termination without chemicals
- Crimper Rollers – Ideal for no‑till systems using angled fins to rupture stems
- Crop Press Rollers – Press the soil for excellent seed‑to‑soil contact after drilling
- Grizzly Crop Rollers – Heavy tined drums for tough biomass and uneven ground
- Crop Roller & Front Box Combos – Dual-function units with integrated storage space, twine racks or box sections available in 1.2 m and 1.6 m widths
Built around 1.2 m and 1.6 m working widths, these rollers support a variety of tractor sizes and farming operations.
- Benefits of Our Crop Rollers
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- Improve bale feed consistency by flattening swaths to reduce clumping and machinery blockages
- Increase seeding and baling speed, reducing downtime and fuel use
- Support ecological farming, enabling chemical free crop termination
- Ensure operational safety and visibility through front mounted, low profile design
UK-Made and Customisable
Every JF Hudson Crop Roller is fabricated in our UK workshop, ensuring precision engineering and long-term reliability. We offer:
- Bespoke bracketry to suit different tractor front linkage models
- Paint and finish options to match your tractor for a professional integrated look
- Optional LED lighting and nameplates for improved visibility and branding
- Custom weight and drum configuration to suit specific baling or straw-pressing conditions
Our design-for-use philosophy ensures each roller is built for real-world performance, delivering consistent results season after season. With over two decades of engineering experience, JF Hudson continues to set the standard for practical, reliable agricultural attachments.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the purpose of a crimper roller for cover crops?
A crimper roller uses pressure and angled fins to crush cover crop stems, stopping growth while preserving soil cover. It’s ideal for no till termination without herbicides.
2. How does a crop press roller differ from a crimper roller?
Crimper rollers flatten plants to stop growth; press rollers focus on firming the soil post drilling. Some designs combine both actions in one pass.
3. What is a grizzly crop roller?
A grizzly roller features tined or toothed surfaces that grip and flatten thick or uneven crop swaths, especially useful on heavy biomass and rough fields.
4. Can I order a crop roller and compact front box combo?
Yes. Our crop roller and compact front box combos come in 1.2 m and 1.6 m versions, offering storage and roller action in one front-mounted implement.
Crop Roller for Sale
Enquire Now
Looking for a crop roller crimper or crop press roller for sale in the UK? Talk to our team about specifications, compatibility and pricing. We’ll help you choose between grizzly, standard or crimper designs—and recommend the best option for your farm system.
