THE branch manager of a tractor firm in Wilton is retiring after nearly 40 years with the company.

Bob Dewey, 64, has worked at the C&O Tractor site since he was 25 years old, starting as a sundries representative and working his way up to branch manager.

He has held several positions with the firm, including director, and has been there through two changes of ownership, retaining his positions at the company each time.

“I have enjoyed all the time really,” he said. “Meeting people and selling to farmers was the thing I probably liked best.”