Agri News October 2018

Agri News October 2018 | Issue 84

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Cleanstraw system reduces dust in livestock housing New calf growth app and website from Volac The Midlands Machinery Show 21st/22nd November 2018 National Sprayer Testing Service from Ian Foreman - Manager Cover crop inoculant to improve soil health New air scrubber reduces ammonia NFU showcasing British farming at party conferences

New intensive finishing feed for end of season lambs

UK sheep producers now have access to a highly cost-effective end of season lamb finishing feed

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K sheep producers now have access to a highly cost-effective end of season lamb finishing feed, thanks to the launch of a new alkalised concentrate from FiveF Alka Limited.

Trials suggest new Alkalamb boosts lamb daily liveweight gain and feed conversion efficiency when fed at the same rate as a traditional finishing concentrate. Margin over feed was better as a result.

“Feeding end of season lambs becomes costlier the older lambs get. These animals 4 | Agri News

typically take longer to finish because feed conversion ratio (FCR) is increasing at this stage of their growth.

Consequently, increasing traditional concentrate intake can be expensive and is often risky because the practice can adversely affect the health of the rumen,” explains Rob Smith from FiveF Alka.

Alkalamb is a lamb finishing concentrate based on alkalised wheat with a pH of 8.5. The alkaline nature of the nut means that late season lambs can be fed it ad lib to accelerate finishing time but with a reduced risk of rumen

acidosis.

“The practical trials we have conducted suggest the new feed will facilitate a smoother transition from grazing to an intensive late season finishing system. Promoting a healthier rumen through alkalisation will also boost overall lamb vitality,” Mr Smith says.

Alkalamb nuts are available this autumn from a number of approved FiveF Alka feed manufacturers. Call the FiveF Alkaline on 01200 613118 for further information.01200 613118

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Kuhn’s new Flexilift Mixer wagon and Cleanstraw bedder at The Dairy Show

Kuhn Farm Machinery will be displaying its new Flexilift equipped trailed mixer wagon and Cleanstraw equipped bedder at The Dairy Show

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UHN Farm Machinery will be displaying its new FLEXILIFT equipped trailed mixer wagon and CLEANSTRAW equipped straw bedder at The Dairy Show at the Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet on Wednesday 3rd October.

without any material being lost in the joint between two separate conveyors, and offers increased longevity compared to stapled conveyor belts.

The new CLEANSTRAW system, available as an option on new KUHN straw bedders The patented FLEXILIFT and mixer wagons equipped telescoping and tilting feed with a blowing turbine, or distribution conveyor system as a retrofit upgrade for is available as an alternative to existing machines, reduces a standard cross-conveyor on the appearance of dust all new KUHN PROFILE mixer in livestock buildings by wagons and is designed to applying a fine mist of water make it easier to distribute to straw as it is distributed for feed in buildings where space bedding purposes. is limited: the reversible, cradle-shaped conveyor The CLEANSTRAW system can be offset laterally via a comprises a 64-litre water telescoping mechanism to tank and three misting distribute feed to either side nozzles mounted at the of the mixer wagon. One exit of the straw blowing end of the conveyor (either chute. The nozzles are fed left or right as determined by a 12v/15amp pump which when ordering the machine) provides water at a rate of can also be tilted by up to 45 1.8l/min, enough to treat 12 degrees, enabling feed to be to 18 bales of straw with 1 delivered to troughs up to litre of water per 100kg of 1.2-1.3 metres in height. straw.

The FLEXILIFT system uses a single, endless PVC belt which is driven by two hydraulic motors – one at each end of the conveyor – for improved belt traction irrespective of which side feed is being distributed to. The single belt design ensures all feed is distributed cleanly and accurately 6 | Agri News

have shown that the air in a typical livestock building will be dust-free within 30 seconds after straw-bedding with the CLEANSTRAW system has ceased, compared to several minutes under normal conditions.

This creates a cleaner, more comfortable and more productive environment for cattle and farm workers who will be less susceptible to inhaling dust particles and other impurities.

The CLEANSTRAW system is available for all KUHN machines equipped with a POLYDRIVE blowing turbine: these include the PRIMOR range of straw bedders and feeders and the PROFILE PLUS range of mixer wagons with straw bedding capabilities. The system is automatically activated when the POLYDRIVE system is engaged and can also be armed or disabled via an in-cab switch: this enables users of a combination straw bedding and feeding wagon to turn the system on when blowing straw for bedding, or off when dispensing feed.

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Preparing today for the agriculture of tomorrow

Farming is at the dawn of a new era - that of digital agriculture. As ‘Farming 4.0’ gathers pace, Case IH is commited to helping customers.

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arming is at the dawn of a new era – that of digital agriculture. As ‘Farming 4.0’ gathers pace, Case IH is committed to helping customers extract the full potential from their businesses by maximising access to digital technology.

enters Farming 4.0, the fourth phase of a progression that began with the development of mechanisation, before continuing through the green revolution and into the precision farming era, that long experience is serving us and our customers well.”

By 2050, it’s anticipated the world’s population will reach nine billion. Meanwhile, the area of global land on which food can be produced continues to shrink, as development, environmental problems and other issues make farming impossible or difficult. Agriculture therefore needs to produce more food from less land. And that underlines the need to make every input which goes into growing and producing food more productive – not just the seeds planted and livestock raised, but the equipment and technology used to look after them.

New digital products and concepts from Case IH will build on progress in precision developments and bring digital farming fully into play to raise profitability. It’s set to do that by optimising not just machine performance, but the performance of whole farm systems.

THE MOVE INTO DIGITAL FARMING

The ability to gather operating and field data when machines are at work, and then analyse it to aid future decision-making, was and remains the hallmark of precision agriculture. But it’s “When we introduced our first how this data is used, and the precision farming technology joined-up, connected method developments two decades in which it’s done, that makes ago, Case IH led the way in the move from this into this sector,” notes Thierry digital agriculture so different Panadero, Vice President – and so exciting. Add to Case IH EMEA. “As agriculture this the ability to automate monotonous Mike Garwood tasks to Shelleys Barn, Shelleys Lane make them East Worldham, Alton Hampshire, GU34 3AQ less labourt: 01420 844 58 dependent www.mikegarwoodltd.co.uk and more

efficient and precise, plus the economic and environmental benefits of more targeted and timely input use, and it’s clear digital farming technologies offer great promise.

Through our Advanced Farming System (AFS) and its associated suite of precision farming technologies, such as AccuGuide auto-steering and AccuTurn automated headland turning, Case IH already has available today many of the tools to bring digital farming to life. And from vehicle guidance to remote monitoring telemetry to ISOBUS tractor/implement control, the groundwork for tomorrow’s digital technologies has already been laid.

“With our Autonomous Concept Vehicle (ACV) development, we have shown, when they are combined, what these technologies can do to aid the digital revolution,” points out Mr Panadero.

FULFILLING THE PROMISE Not only can digital technology help boost productivity itself, but it can also help manage variables which are much less easy to influence, such as labour and weather.

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New General Manager appointed to farm tractor distributor AgriArgo UK

Adrian Winnett has been appointed General Manager at AgriArgo UK Ltd

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enaral Manager AgriArgo-UK-&-Ireland Adrian Winnett An experienced manager in the agricultural machinery industry, Adrian Winnett, has been appointed General Manager at AgriArgo UK Ltd, the distributor of Landini, McCormick and Valpadana tractors in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

He succeeds Ray Spinks, who has stepped down from the role after 40 years working in the farm equipment industry.

Adrian Winnett is no stranger to the Argo Tractors product line, having worked as Landini sales manager for seven years before joining the UK arm of implement manufacturer Amazone, where he was appointed general manager in 2009 and then managing director in 2014.

He started his career in the family’s Northamptonshirebased farm machinery dealership, which held the Landini tractor franchise, before joining the Landini sales operation in Britain.

Simeone Morra, Corporate Business Director, Argo Tractors, said: “Adrian brings invaluable experience of managing a successful agricultural equipment distribution company, which 8 | Agri News

combined with his knowledge of our business and the Landini product range, will be a great asset. We welcome him back to the Argo Tractors family.”

Adrian Winnett, who is married with two children, said of his appointment: “I’m very pleased to have this opportunity to work with Argo Tractors again and a product line that has been transformed while I’ve been working elsewhere.

We face turbulent times in the agricultural machinery industry, with cost, staffing and competition pressures, and also with restructuring in the dealer sector as some manufacturers go ‘full line’ in the hope of securing more business from their dealerships. Argo is taking a different path, continuing to specialise in what it does best, producing well-engineered and performance tractors for all sectors, and promoting and supporting independent dealerships free to decide on the products they sell. I’m looking forward to steering the AgriArgo business and encouraging more farmers and contractors to consider a

Landini or McCormick for their next tractor.”

Commenting on Ray Spinks’ decision to step down, Mr Morra said: “Ray has experienced many roles with us in manufacturing, sales and management, and he was pivotal in the re-introduction of the McCormick brand back in 2001. For the past 10 years, he has dedicated his knowledge and experience to the running of AgriArgo UK Ltd and he now deserves some well-earned downtime.

On behalf of the Morra family and Argo Tractors, we thank Ray for his contribution and dedication over the years and wish him well for the future.”

AgriArgo UK Ltd, based at Harworth in South Yorkshire, is the distributor of Argo’s Landini, McCormick and Valpadana farm, horticultural and specialist tractors in the United Kingdom and Ireland, supplying the machines to farmers, contractors and other rural enterprises through a network of independent dealers, who also provide servicing, repairs and parts support.

Cover crop inoculant launched to improve soil health

A new biological soil inoculant developed to boost cover crops and, more significantly, pass on a soil health legacy to following cash crops

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new biological soil inoculant developed to boost cover crops and, more significantly, pass on a soil health legacy to following cash crops has been launched by biofertiliser specialists PlantWorks.

An extension to the Kentbased company's Smart Rotations product range, the SR2 formulation works by establishing a beneficial microbiological population in the soil that enhances crop performance. Specifically, the inoculation boosts the crop's ability to take up essential nutrients, improves drought tolerance and water use efficiency, and imparts other benefits such as increased resistance to pests and diseases.

Developed by PlantWorks' own team of microbiologists in conjunction with academic partners, SR2 comprises five species of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and a specific consortium of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR). Trials with cover crops including species such as vetch, crimson clover, black oats, buckwheat and yellow trefoil have demonstrated significant improvements in foliar fresh weight following application of the SR2 formulation (Fig. 1 trials summary).

"We have demonstrated through our research programme the very positive effects of using mycorrhizal fungi with cover crops," says Jamie Stotzka, head of the farming team at PlantWorks. "Specifically,

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we have recorded better establishment, stronger rooting and increased biomass in these crops.

"However, the really important potential for this new technology is the improvement of soil biology for the benefit of the following crop. This is particularly important in rotations that include crops that do not support mycorrhizal fungi, such as oilseed rape and sugar beet, where the inoculated cover crop can be used to restore depleted soils.

"Our research has shown how the addition of mycorrhizal fungi to the soil effectively increases the uptake surface area of plant roots, by up to 700 times, making them healthier and more efficient at collecting water and nutrients. Cover crops, and particularly mixtures including legumes, are excellent hosts for mycorrhizal fungi, and therefore provide a very good opportunity

to improve the soil biology, to the benefit of following crops. With what is effectively an extended root area, crops gain further advantage from other beneficial soil organisms that can directly improve yield and plant health, and hence the mycorrhizal fungi work so effectively in combination with the plant growth promoting rhizobacteria."

Supplied as a dry granule, SR2 should be applied directly at the time of cover crop drilling (as precisely as possible into the seed zone, using a granular applicator, drilled or broadcast), or farmers can request that their seed supplier includes the inoculum with their seed mixture.

The recommended retail price of a 10 litre pack to treat one hectare is ÂŁ39.00 + VAT. Details of where to obtain SR2 are available at: http://smart. plantworksuk.co.uk/distributors/

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New for this year, the organisers are providing a basic media package to exhibitors to help them promote their attendance at the show. Exhibitors can upload press releases FREE to the MMS website. Email info@ midlandsmachineryshow.com or call the MMS team on 01636 705796.

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All-new Landini Rex 4 tractors at National Fruit Show

At 112hp, the all-new Landini Rex 4-120 packs a lot of power into a small package

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he all-new Landini Rex 4 Series tractors – a candidate for a Tractor of the Year 2019 award to be announced later this year – will be centre-stage on the Horsepower UK stand at the National Fruit Show at the Kent Event Centre, Detling, Kent on 24/25 October 2018.

This mainstream fruit industry event, which in addition to hosting technical exhibits covering tractors, equipment and supplies for commercial growers, is the largest competitive fruit show in Britain.

Horsepower UK, based at Selling, near Faversham, Kent, is a significant supplier to the industry, not only of Landini 2 Series compact, Rex 4 Series orchard and larger agricultural tractors but also Wanner orchard sprayers, Valpadana specialist fruit tractors, Humus orchard mowers and SALF orchard access machinery.

New generation Rex The new-generation Landini Rex 4 tractors on display represent a range of compact but powerful and durable power units with seven outputs from 70-112hp and an all-new transmission designed and engineered by Landini manufacturer Argo Tractors.

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Options include three-speed powershift for the first time, which enables operators to quickly change ground speed when towing or working soil-engaging implements without losing momentum and therefore increasing productivity.

Fingertip power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse also makes life easier and more comfortable for the operator, while new Eco pto gearing and Eco 40kph transmission options help fuel consumption by lowering engine speeds in work and during transport.

up, including 28-litres/min dedicated to steering.

This can be upgraded to a triple pump installation comprising two 41-litre/min service pumps supplying the rear linkage and up to seven mechanical and electric spool valves, including up to three electric front valve couplings.

Up to 3400kg of lift capacity is available at the rear – another ‘best in class’ feature – and a 1400kg front linkage assembly is also available.

More work between fuel fills Larger fuel tanks reduce fill-up frequency, especially on the versions that get a 90-litre tank – almost 40% up on the previous design – and the hydraulics package has been given a boost with a 78-litre/min standard set-

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Five-point plan offers guidance for delaying autumn wheat drilling

Think before rushing in to drill winter what after the early harvest and now we’ve had rainfull, farmers are being urged.

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hink before rushing in to drill winter wheat after the early harvest and now we've had rainfall, farmers are being urged.

With large areas of land harvested much earlier than normal, and soil moisture levels improved, growers will be itching to drill empty fields, says Nick Myers, head of crop production for agronomy firm, ProCam. But on farms suffering from blackgrass, there's a compelling argument for holding back, he stresses.

"Low blackgrass seed dormancy after the hot, dry summer might increase the temptation to bring drilling dates forward - because a bigger proportion of this year's shed blackgrass seed is predicted to germinate earlier.

But resist that temptation," Mr Myers urges.

"The later you can safely delay drilling, the less blackgrass you'll have emerging in the crop, and the less blackgrass seed will potentially be shed back to the soil next summer.

"Instead of viewing this as an opportunity to drill earlier, think of it as an opportunity to make worthwhile inroads into reducing blackgrass populations for the long-term."

On farms where delayed drilling has already been practiced for a few years, and blackgrass levels have already started to decline, Mr Myers acknowledges it

might be particularly tempting to edge drilling earlier again this year. But, he says, this could undo some of that good work.

"Some blackgrass will inevitably germinate later anyway," he adds.

"Obviously, you have to assess how late you can drill based on your farm situation. If you can't delay all fields, at least delay those with the highest weed burdens."

To help growers navigate through delayed autumn wheat drilling in blackgrass fields, Mr Myers suggests a five-point plant: 1. Leave stubbles undisturbed as long as possible. That way you'll allow longer for blackgrass seed on the surface to germinate, but also longer for it to be eaten by predators. Only disturb the soil at the point of having to prepare the seedbed.

2. Avoid using inversion tillage (ploughing) if possible. The longer you can leave buried blackgrass seed underground, the more of it will rot away.

3. Prepare high quality seedbeds. These will stimulate the maximum amount of blackgrass to germinate before planting the crop. That way, even more blackgrass can be killed off in a stale seedbed.

Good seedbeds will also

produce better performance from soil-acting herbicides, he notes.

4. Depending on farm situation, consider delaying drilling until well into October. Octoberdrilled wheat generally contains much less blackgrass than September-drilled. Also, information from ProCam's 4Cast crop database showed winter wheat yield hadn't declined despite average drilling date being delayed from 2 October to 12 October between the harvest seasons of 2011 and 2017. Most likely this was because any yield penalty from later drilling was offset by crops containing less blackgrass.

5. Adapt agronomy according to later drilling. Select wheat varieties that can compensate for later drilling through greater tillering, and that are flexible with regard to drilling date. The variety might be 1 or 2% lower yielding on paper, but you could end up with a better crop.

Also, take steps to maximise establishment, for example by using a seed treatment shown to produce rapid establishment.

"As well as helping against blackgrass, delaying drilling can also help against ryegrass, and help to reduce take-all, eyespot and lodging pressures in winter wheat," says Mr Myers. "It can also help reduce the risk of BYDV because there are likely to be fewer aphids about.

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National Sprayer Testing Service Ian foreman - NSTS Manager

The NSTS have over 240 test centres around the whole of the UK able to offer at least one of the test types required to meet legislation

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he NSTS have over 240 test centres around the whole of the UK able to offer at least one of the test types required to meet current legislation for pesticide application equipment (PAE) testing. Around 10% of these also provide fertiliser spreader testing where we have seen a steady increase in the number of tests carried out. Fertiliser input costs are on a par with pesticides and with the benefits of having a sprayer tested each year, these benefits can also be realised with spreader testing.

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potential. From the NSTS test, following an inspection of the machine and tray test to calculate coefficient of variation (CV) you can be confident that the spreader will give the best results possible from the products tested.

Back to PAE testing; there are four different tests available to cover all different types – liquid, slug pellets, micro granules and fogging machines. Liquid covers a wide range from sprayers, weed wipers and seed treatment, through to potato application equipment, boat sprayers and train sprayers. The list is very extensive and wide ranging.

Red Tractor do have different timescales for test and retest and this can also be dependent on which scheme you are in so its always worth check-

ing the protocols for confirmation. Take a look at the NSTS website www.nsts.org. uk where you can find much of this information, along with details of where to find a test centre in your area.

Anyone applying professional pesticides must have their equipment tested. This includes horticulture and fruit but also sprayers working in the amenity sector. Ranging from pavements and highways, rail lines and stations, school and sports grounds and golf courses, amenity has an important role to play and it is vital in the public spaces they operate that equipment is in the best condition to apply pesticides safely and accurately.

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Aviagen’s Ross 400 club introduces new award for growers Aviagen has announced a new Ross 400 Cub Gold Award, recognising growers who acheive

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viagen has announced a new Ross 400 Club Gold Award, recognising growers who either achieve three consecutive flocks with a European Production Efficiency Factor (EPEF) score of 400 or more, or attain an EPEF score of 10% more than the current target, i.e. 440 or more at the present.

of Ross growers throughout the UK who achieve a EPEF of 400 or more. From just three members in 2009, membership has now grown to well over 300, representing the top 1 percent of the UK broiler industry.

“Each year, more and more new members join, having achieved 400-plus EPEFs, and scores are constantly growing, EPEF is a performance with some outstandingly high benchmark that takes into achievements. That’s why account feed conversion, mortality and daily weight gain. we thought it was time we created awards for growers who demonstrate consistent Aviagen UK Limited formed performance and the extrathe Ross UK 400 Club in 2009 special effort required to to celebrate the achievements

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achieve exceptional EPEF scores,” said Aviagen Head of Sales & Technical, Stuart Thomson.

“For Gold Award achievers in any given calendar year, they’ll be invited to a special event at Aviagen’s UK headquarters in Scotland, where they will be able to meet the Aviagen team, learn about new industry developments and the latest broiler information – plus they’ll be able to network with fellow Gold Award winners and exchange useful tips,” says Stuart Thomson.

Aldi announces record sales and plans for 130 new stores A first-of-its-kind air scrubber and climate control system has been installed at H Timmis, a poultry farm in Shropshire.

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ldi has announced record results for its last financial year, with sales continuing to increase in 2018 as growing numbers of British shop pers switch from the Big Four.

Sales in the UK and Ireland rose 16.4% to £10.2bn in the year to 31st December 2017 (2016: £8.8bn) – a higher growth rate than the previous year (13.5%) and over five times faster than the overall grocery market (3%).

The supermarket – now Britain’s 5th biggest with over 775 stores – gained more market share than any other last year, attracting a further 1.1m shoppers through its doors with its unique combination of lowest prices and award-winning quality, according to Kantar Worldpanel data. It now com-

mands 7.6% of all UK grocery spend.

Giles Hurley, Aldi’s chief executive in the UK and Ireland, said: “The revolution in British grocery shows no sign of slowing. Savvy customers know they can swap and save with Aldi, thanks to great quality products at lower prices. This is happening on a massive scale, with more than 1.1m new customers shopping with us throughout 2017.

award-winning products at the lowest prices. Millions of Britons can put fantastic-tasting food on their table every day of the week, at prices they can afford.”

Last year Aldi announced a £1bn capex investment during 2017 and 2018 to open new stores in every part of the UK, hundreds of store upgrades and extended distribution centres. It remains firmly on course to hit this target.

“While other grocers introduced more complexity into their businesses in their struggle to win back customers, we stuck to our guns and focused on doing what Aldi does best – buying smart, staying lean, improving quality and keeping prices low. Our biggest strength is our simplicity – a carefully selected range of exclusive own-label brands and

Looking further ahead, Aldi said it would open a further 130 new stores between 2019 and 2020, while continuing to invest in its Project Fresh initiative – a £300m investment to create more in store space for fresh, chilled and food-togo ranges as well as simpler layouts, improved fixtures and brighter, wider aisles.

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Two Sisters hires new talent to its leadership team

Food manufacturing giant 2 Sisters Food Group has made a raft of new appointments to its leadership team

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hief executive Ronald Kers has conducted a ‘root and branch’ review of his senior teams, identifying roles and individuals that will best move the organisation forward.

The new appointments include: Strengthening the focus on people and compliance, Lee Greenbury joins in the newlycreated role of Group People and Compliance Director. Lee joins from Muller where he held the position of Director of Legal for the past six years.

Following Meal Solutions MD Simon Wookey’s departure in November, current UK Poultry Managing Director Keith Packer has agreed to fill his role on a permanent basis. Interim Meal Solutions Managing Director William Duncanson will help with Keith’s transition.

With Keith’s transition across divisions, Andrew McInnes joins as Managing Director of the UK Poultry business.

Andrew joins from Muller where he was Managing Director of Milk & Ingredients, previously having a 11-year track record at Muller as CFO and in various commercial finance roles.

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will be Seb Jones. Seb joins after a 23-year career at Muller, most recently as Global Group Integration Director. He brings significant experience in change, programme management and strategy roles as well as UK operational leadership experience in both branded and private label FMCG industries.

Marvilano Mochtar joins in the newly-created role of Strategy Manager. Reporting directly to Kers, Marvilano will help him and the wider business with strategy formulation and implementation. Marvilano joins from the Boston Consulting Group.

Kers said: “Transforming 2 Sisters requires top team effort. By bringing in the right people in the right roles, we are building the foundations of a disciplined, high performance organisation”.

“If we are to truly become the leading international food business, trusted and respected by all stakeholders, then we need to have the strongest possible leadership team. We continuously need to set the bar higher and deliver for our customers, consumers and ourselves, and I know this new team will do that.”

Kers acknowledged the pace

of change after being in post since June, and also that three of the new hires came from his previous business, Muller, where he was global CEO. Kers added: “I want us to turnaround our business performance as soon as possible, and although we are making some progress already, I want to accelerate the pace. I know that having a strong, senior leadership team in place that I know and who have a track record of delivery is essential. I have worked very closely with Andrew, Lee and Seb over the years and I am confident they can hit the ground running and add great value to 2 Sisters.”

“I would like to thank William Duncanson for holding the reigns in the interim and credit Keith Packer for helping to start the turnaround of the UK Poultry division during his short time in post. I know with his experience at 2 Sisters he is extremely well-placed to build on Simon’s good work.

Andrew is an accomplished food industry leader and I know he will bring further professionalism and delivery to our poultry operations, while Marvilano and Seb will bring much-needed strategic insight and process excellence to all of our businesses.

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“There is no opportunity these days to rest buildings between flocks. Turnaround times are tight and it is, therefore, vital that buildings are not only throughly cleaned but disinfected as well, and if there has been a problem

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His three teams are equipped to carry out whatever cleaning regime producers require and he suggests a good standard routine for anyone who wants the best safeguard.

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“Older buildings are often more difficult to clean than modern ones”, Steve says, “However, if you are going to do the job at all, then it is worth doing properly and you have to take sufficient time, particularly in breeder or laying units where nest boxes and equipment have been in place for 12 months or more. Broiler units with a six or seven day turnaround are less difficult. However, people who prefer to do what is a rather unpleasant job themselves often get rather jaded before it has been done properly. If there are other enterprises on the farm, they have to keep breaking off to do other work.

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Can-Am elevates off-road adventure with ingenious upgrades to 2019 ATV and side-by-side vehicles The complete lineup of 2019 Can-Am ATVs and side-by-side vehicles offers an incredible off-road experience for riders everywhere. © BRP 2018 Redesigned Outlander ATVs heighten adventure with top-tier performance, worldclass handling, and incredible design Can-Am is offering now its widest ATV and SSV lineup meeting the new EU regulations ever Can-Am Traxter vehicles get rugged upgrades for enhanced capability Specialized packages across the lineup designed for needs across the globe BRP (TSX:DOO) has redesigned its lineup of CanAm ATVs and side-by-side vehicles for 2019 with greater functionality and increased capability. The continuously expanding lineup of innovative Can-Am Off-Road vehicles continues to take the industry by storm by improving the rider experience with models designed with specific capabilities to meet rider demands everywhere.

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Can-Am Outlander 1000R and Renegade 1000R ATVs feature a commanding 91 hp Rotax V-Twin – the most powerful production ATV engine in ever. Riders also get incredible performance on varying terrain with a new intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) system that features selectable riding modes to customize power delivery and throttle response to match rider’s preferences.

Can-Am Outlander 650 and 1000ATVs, with bestin-class power, redefine their categories by offering innovative engineering, quality, and reliable performance. Their new precision-tuned suspension, additional width, refined comfort, and fresh appearance bring the off-road ride experience to the next level.

Last year, BRP released the first Can-Am ATVs meeting the new EU regulations. This year, BRP is expanding this lineup with the introduction of the Outlander 450 available with and without ABS. With the refinements applied to its performance and riding experience, this model should top the mid-cc class competition in Europe with its 28kW/38hp.

“We are on a quest to continuously innovate and improve the rider experience while exceeding customer demands,” said Bernard Guy,

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Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicle News The 2019 Can-Am Traxter utility-recreation side-by-side family features a class-leading tow rating for conquering heavy-duty tasks. The mudready Traxter X mr is fortified with the industry’s top ground clearance, suspension travel for mud use, as well as a new lockable rear differential to overcome the harshest conditions with ease.

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2019 Kawasaki Mule Pro-MX line up of new models

The 2019 Kawasaki Mule Pro-MX is built around a smaller chassis than the rest of the Mule Pro family

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he 2019 Kawasaki Mule Pro-MX is built around a smaller chassis than the rest of the Mule Pro family, which should translate into better performance in tighter spaces.

Kawasaki’s 2019 off-road lineup has been unveiled, which features a series of carryover models along with a single new one – the 2019 Kawasaki Mule Pro-MX. Kawasaki has had a lot of success with the Mule

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Another bit change on the Kawasaki Mule Pro-MX is the engine. While the rest of the gas-powered Mule Pro models feature an 812cc three-cylinder engine, the Pro-MX relies on a 695cc single-cylinder engine.

The utility of choice for many professionals such as farmers, gamekeepers and all grounds-care experts, the two machines at the top of the Kawasaki MULE series will carry the new name PRO for 2016.

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Featuring electronic power steering, a 3000lb electronic winch, trailer light connection and independent rear suspension the MAX is fully equipped to withstand the everyday stresses of a working farm.

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£199

ISUZU D-MAX EIGER FROM ONLY † PER MONTH +20% VAT

INITIAL RENTAL £1,790.91 +VAT

BUSINESS CONTRACT HIRE 23 MONTHLY RENTALS OF £198.99 +VAT. EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGE OF 9.75p PER MILE AND RETURN CONDITIONS APPLY. PROVIDED BY ISUZU CONTRACT HIRE.

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Mark Weatherhead Ltd St Neots Road, Hardwick Cambridgeshire CB23 7QL Tel: 01954 574562

Oliver Landpower Home Park, Station Road, Kings Langley Hertfordshire WD4 8LW Tel: 01923 700986

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Jeffries of Bacton Station Garage, Broad Road, Bacon Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 4HP Tel: 01449 424758

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#Over 40 MPG figure applies to manual transmission models. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Official fuel figures for the Isuzu D-Max range in MPG (l/100km): Urban 30.4 - 38.7 (9.3 - 7.3). Extra Urban 40.9 - 50.4 (6.9 - 5.6). Combined 36.2 - 45.6 (7.8 - 6.2). CO2 emissions 163 - 205g/km. For full details please contact your local Isuzu dealer or visit isuzu.co.uk †Important Information. Business users only. Rental amounts shown are for an Isuzu Eiger Double Cab Commercial Vehicle On The Road with manual transmission, excluding special paint finish. Contract based on 8,000 miles per annum, non-maintained. Vehicle must be returned in a good condition to avoid further charges. Provided by Lex Autolease Ltd trading as Isuzu Contract Hire, Heathside Park, Heathside Park Road, Stockport SK3 0RB. Available at participating dealers only. Excludes motability and fleet sales, not available in conjunction with any other offers (including the Work Pack offer) or with BASC or NFU member discounts. Available until 31st March 2018. Finance options available at participating dealers, subject to status. *3.5 tonne towing applies to all 4x4 models. **125,000 miles/5 year (whichever comes first) warranty applies to all new Isuzu D-Max models. Terms and conditions apply. Visit isuzu.co.uk

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MODEL SHOWN JEEP RENEGADE 2.0 MULTIJET II 140HP 75TH ANNIVERSARY 6 SPEED MANUAL 4WD INCLUDING SPECIAL PAINT AT £700. OFFICIAL FUEL CONSUMPTION FIGURES FOR JEEP RENEGADE RANGE MPG (L/100KM): EXTRA URBAN 47.9 (5.9) – 70.6 (4.0), URBAN 32.5 (8.7) – 55.4 (5.1), COMBINED 40.9 (6.9) – 64.2 (4.4), CO2 EMISSIONS: 160 – 115 G/KM.

Fuel consumption and CO 2 figures are obtained for comparative purposes in accordance with EC directives/regulations and may not be representative of real-life driving conditions. *Personal Contract Hire. Jeep Renegade 2.0 MultiJet II 140hp 75th Anniversary 6 Speed Manual 4WD with paint at £700. Initial rental of £6,696, followed by 41 rentals of £279, incl. VAT & exclude maintenance. Based on 10,000 miles p.a. Excess mileage charges apply. Vehicles must be registered between 05/01/17 and 31/03/17. Subject to status. Guarantees may be required. Ts&Cs apply. At participating dealers only. Jeep Contract Hire, SL1 0WU. We work with a number of creditors including Jeep Contract Hire.

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MARK WEATHERHEAD LTD 01954 574562 MARKWEATHERHEAD-ISUZU.CO.UK St Neots Road, Hardwick Cambridgeshire CB23 7QL #Over 40 MPG figure applies to manual transmission models. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Official fuel figures for the Isuzu D-Max range in MPG (l/100km): Urban 30.4 - 38.7 (9.3 - 7.3). Extra Urban 40.9 - 50.4 (6.9 - 5.6).

Combined 36.2 - 45.6 (7.8 - 6.2). CO2 emissions 163 - 205g/km. For full details please contact us or visit isuzu.co.uk †Important Information. Business users only. Rental amounts shown are for an Isuzu Utah Double Cab Commercial Vehicle On The Road with manual transmission, excluding special paint finish.

Contract based on 8,000 miles per annum, non-maintained. Vehicle must be returned in a good condition to avoid further charges. Provided by Lex Autolease Ltd trading as Isuzu Contract Hire, Heathside Park, Heathside Park Road, Stockport SK3 0RB. Excludes motability and fleet sales, not available in conjunction with any other offers or with BASC or NFU member discounts. Available until 30th September 2018. Finance options available at participating dealers only, subject to status. *3.5 tonne towing applies to all 4x4 models. **125,000 miles/5 year (whichever comes first) warranty applies to all new Isuzu D-Max models. ^Leather and other materials. Terms and conditions apply. Visit isuzu.co.uk

Vehicle shown includes optional special paint finish OTR price of £29,045.00

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FOR LESS THAN YOU THINK. (BETTER where it MATTERS)

THE ALL-NEW SUBARU XV 1.6i SE 5DR LINEARTRONIC

FROM ONLY £331 PER MONTH

Awarded Euro NCAP’s BEST IN CLASS Safest Small Family Car 2017.

INCLUDES SUBARU DEPOSIT CONTRIBUTION OF £390

PLUS DEPOSIT & OPTIONAL FINAL PAYMENT *

PCP REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE RELATES TO AN XV 1.6i SE LINEARTRONIC Total OTR Customer Subaru Deposit Amount Cash Price Deposit Contribution of Credit

£24,995.00 £1,999.00 £390.50

Purchase Fee

(included in optional final payment)

£22,605.50 £10.00

48 Monthly Optional Total Amount Duration of Representative Interest Payments Final Agreement APR Rate (Fixed) Payment* Payable

£331.00

£9,937.00 £28,214.50

49 Months 4.9% APR

4.78%

DISCOVER MORE AT YOUR LOCAL DEALERSHIP Croxdale Subaru A167, Croxdale, Durham County Durham DH6 5HS 01388 881052 croxdale-subaru.co.uk

Dales Subaru Colne Road, Kelbrook Barnoldswick, Lancashire BB18 6TG 01282 882817 dales-subaru.co.uk

Maple Garage Ltd Aldbrough Road, Flinton, Hull East Riding of Yorkshire HU11 4NA 01964 782297 maplegarage-subaru.co.uk

Perkins Dunmore Road, Rayne Essex CM77 6SA 01371 483379 perkins-subaru.co.uk

Croxdale Service Station Ltd, trading as Croxdale Subaru is a credit broker and not a lender.

A to B Vehicles Ltd, trading as Dales Subaru is a credit broker and not a lender.

Maple Garage Limited, trading as Maple Garage Ltd is a credit broker and not a lender.

Perkins Garages Ltd, trading as Perkins is a credit broker and not a lender.

SUBARU XV RANGE Fuel consumption in MPG (l/100km): Urban 32.5-35.8; Extra Urban 48.7-50.4; Combined 40.9-44.1. CO2 Emissions 155-145g/km. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.

Credit available subject to status. UK residents 18+. Representative Example based upon annual mileage of 6000 miles. With Subaru Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) return vehicle and not pay Optional Final Payment. If vehicle exceeds maximum agreed mileage a charge per excess mile will apply. In this example 10.5p + VAT per mile for any excess mileage up to 4,999 miles and 21p + VAT per mile for any excess mileage exceeding 4,999 miles. If vehicle is in good condition (fair wear & tear accepted) and has not exceeded maximum agreed mileage you will have nothing further to pay. (2) Pay the Optional Final Repayment to own vehicle. (3) Part exchange vehicle subject to settlement of your existing finance agreement; new finance agreements subject to status. Excludes motability, fleet and Members Affinity Scheme sales. Not available in conjunction with any other offers. Participating dealers only. This credit offer is only available through Subaru Finance provided by International Motors Finance Limited, registered office at Charterhall House, Charterhall Drive, Chester, Cheshire, CH88 3AN. We can introduce you to Subaru Finance and a limited number of lenders who may be able to provide funding for your vehicle. We may receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to these lenders. Offers may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Offer ends 31.03.18. Vehicle shown is a Subaru XV 2.0i SE Premium with optional special paint finish OTR price of £29,045.00 and includes optional accessories, fitted at extra charge. Price shown includes VAT, delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee. Prices correct at time of going to print. Please ask for a full quotation.

THE NEW MUSSO TOUGH ENOUGH TO HAVE A 7-YEAR WARRANTY

Over 1 tonne payload

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3.5 tonne towing capacity

9.2” touchscreen

Only pick-up with a 7-year warranty

FROM

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Dennis Common

£19,995

West Road Garage Longframlington Morpeth NE65 8HX Tel 01665 570 542 www.denniscommon.co.uk

EX VAT*

Westaway SsangYong

Welford Road Spratton Northamptonshire NN6 8JE Tel 01604 651 026 www.westawaymotors.co.uk

Fuel consumption figures in mpg. Musso: Urban 25.9-29.1, Extra Urban 39.2-40.9, Combined 32.8-35.8. CO2 emissions in g/km 226-211. *Musso EX including delivery charge, road licence & first registration charge. Model shown is not SsangYong UK specification and shows metallic paint priced at £430 ex VAT. 3.5 tonne towing capacity only with automatic transmission. Warranty covers 7 years or 150,000 miles. Prices are correct at the time of going to print but may be modified or changed at any time.