2025 marks a milestone year for Martin Lishman Ltd as the company celebrates 50 years of innovation in the agricultural sector. Since 1975, this family-run business has been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions for crop storage, quality control, and precision farming, helping farmers worldwide improve efficiency and sustainability.
The journey began with a revolutionary idea—a cost-effective method to cool stored grain at a time when ventilation systems were non-existent. The result was the development of the industry-renowned Pile-Dry Pedestals, which transformed grain storage by significantly reducing spoilage and improving quality. This innovation laid the foundation for a growing portfolio of solutions that now spans post-harvest technology, potato quality control, compact spraying systems, and precision agriculture tools.
At the heart of Martin Lishman’s success lies its people – the team whose dedication and expertise have driven the company forward, and industry professionals who have trusted and shaped its innovations. Their feedback and collaboration have been instrumental in every product the company has developed.
Over the decades, Martin Lishman’s hands-on approach, commitment to research, and close collaboration with customers have driven continuous advancements in agri-tech. From pioneering temperature monitoring systems to launching Barn Owl Wireless, a smart grain storage management system, the company’s products have empowered farmers to save time, reduce waste, and lower energy consumption. Today, Martin Lishman solutions are used in over 52 countries, reinforcing its global impact in sustainable farming. In line with celebrating 50 years, this year also marks one of the biggest product updates in the company’s history – a brand-new Barn Owl Wireless Web Application, delivering a whole host of new grain store management features tailored to the needs of modern farming.
The company’s expertise in manufacturing agricultural sprayers has also played a pivotal role in its expansion into the amenity industry. Leveraging years of experience, Martin Lishman Ltd has developed a series of sprayers that are now favoured by many leading sports clubs and facilities, further demonstrating its ability to innovate and adapt to industry needs.
As the company celebrates 50 years, it remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of agricultural technology. In 2023, Martin Lishman embarked on a new chapter under new ownership—bringing fresh ideas, new energy, and an ambitious vision for the future. While innovation continues to drive the business forward, the company remains deeply committed to its core values—sustainability, efficiency, and an unwavering focus on customer needs. The team takes immense pride in working side by side with farmers and industry professionals, ensuring that every product is built to meet real-world challenges.
Martin Lishman Ltd extends its gratitude to its customers, partners, dealers, and dedicated team members who have been part of this incredible journey. Their trust, collaboration, and support have been invaluable in shaping the company into what it is today. Here’s to the next 50 years of innovation!
