Agri News - December 2022

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Bouyant milk prices mean litres of milk produced

Joy as Countess marks double milestone at British JCB plant

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Forward thinking school invests in future

New BrushCat & Log Grapple from BobCat

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ROBOTIC FEED PUSHER ADDS 3 LITRES PER COW DeLaval has launched a new model claiming the technology can add up to three liters per cow per day.

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ollowing the 2018 launch of the OptiDuo™ feed pushing robot, DeLaval has launched a new model claiming the technology can add up to three litres per cow per day. Data from over 1500 OptiDuos has been collated to demonstrate the time and labour savings made by users. It also shows multiple improvements in cow health.

“Constantly refreshing feed encourages cows to eat more, which results in a more stable rumen and more milk. OptiDuo will run up to 10 times a day and customers tell us, that on every occasion, they see the cows return to the fence to eat more,” explains Ludo Bols, DeLaval feeding specialist.

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The OptiDuo remixes forage to make it more palatable and reduce waste. A twin-spiralled rotating auger and adaptive drive function enables a variety of forage types to be mixed and made available to cows 24 hours a day.

Feeding concentrates is also an option with the latest model. A concentrate dispenser inside the OptiDuo canbefilledwhilstthe machine is charging, enabling concentrates to be fed out and recorded throughout the day.

The new OptiDuo features an impact-resistant engineering thermoplastic cover made from Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) which is also used in car manufacturing.

Inside, updated software collects more data which is shared using DeLaval’s operating system.

Farmers with milking robots havereportedthatcowflow and robot visits have improved with OptiDuo. The addition of the feed pushing robot has increased yields and helped make more milk from forage.

“On farms that have chosen to invest in milking robots, we have seen milk yields increase by up to three litres of milk per cow per day. For those who have invested, OptiDuo has provided improved cow health, farmprofitability,operational ebciencyandmilkyield,” concludes Mr Bols.

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INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT SUPPORTS BAGGING SLURRY DEFRA has announced the first round of ‘slurry infrastructure grants’ will be open for applications from December 6th 2022

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EFRA has announced stirrers and suction/delivery thefirstroundof‘slurrypipes. We import and install infrastructure grants’ Albers Alligator bag tanks will be open for applications which only need groundworks from December 6th 2022 similar to a shallow lagoon to January 31st 2023. The with sloping sides and base. application window will This design enables the bag enable farms needing to tanktobeeasilyfilledand extend slurry storage to meet fully emptied the six-month storage target and gain up to 50% towards new storage equipment.

The grants are primarily aimed at reducing the impact of slurry emissions and agriculture’s contribution to increasing greenhouse gas emissions.

Advocated by DEFRA are bag tanks which will be supported by grantfundingandoaera complete solution to storing, agitating and managing slurry.

Slurry specialist Tramspread has been installing bag tanks for 20 years and has welcomed DEFRA’s support for the technology.

Tramspread’s John Tydeman says: “Depending on location, bag tanks can often be installed without planning permission.

The tanks sit low to the ground, have capacities up to 7500m³, feature integral

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cost-eaectiveoptionisthe Agritank. Both are covered by the slurry infrastructure grant. However, unlike a bag tank, both will require planning permission,” adds Mr Tydeman.

To qualify for funding, all storage tanks must have an impermeable cover which will add to the cost of steel tanks that require a textileorfloatingcover.

“Textile covers can be costly whereas afloatingsolution like Hexa-Cover will be considerably cheaper. Whilst floatingtilecovers are not covered by the grants, it may still be a cheaper option for some farms,” he says.

The grant will also fund items necessary for the at any time.” basic functioning of new The grants will also cover the or expanded slurry stores, installation of above ground such as reception pits, slurry storage such as steel and pumpsandagitators.Afixed stainless steel tanks. These contribution towards the oaerfarms,withlessspace cost of slurry storage will be close to livestock housing, calculated using DEFRA’s the opportunity to increase standard costings which see slurry storage and in some £19.27 per m³ contributed cases incrementally add to for a bag tank with liner and the size of the tank. £31.50 per m³ for a steel tank.

“Stallkamp tanks can be extended using additional stainless steel rings. A more

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uoyant milk prices but high costs make improving milk from foragea‘nobrainer’ Buoyant milk prices mean maximising the litres of milk producedisa‘nobrainer’ on UK dairy farms. But high input costs mean doing this cost-ebcientlyissettoremain essential in 2023.

that may have previously been considered marginal by some farmers could now give a much better return on investment.”

Pointing to ways of improving silage, Mr Smith says paying extra attention to cutting grass at its nutritional peak is key.

Toomanyfieldsarecutwhen grass has already headed, he says, but digestibility falls That is the message from by 0.5 D units a day postVolac silage specialist, Peter heading. By one week postSmith, who says although milk heading, around 1.5 kgs more prices have hit 45-50 pence concentrate per cow per day per litre during 2022, dramatic will need to be fed to make up cost increases for fertiliser, for this, he notes, in order to feedandfuelmeanfinding achieve the same milk yield. ways to produce milk more cost-eaectivelywillbevitalto Similarly, wilting grass rapidly, stop these costs eating into so that it can be clamped as profit. soon as possible after cutting is vital, says Mr Smith, in “Feed costs account for order to minimise the losses asignificantproportion in energy and protein that of the overall cost of milk continue while cut grass is left production,” says Mr Smith, inthefield. “and fertiliser costs have gone through the roof, so it’s “Our research has shown important to get a return on that tedding immediately these increased investments. after cutting in the morning can reduce wilting time “While purchased feeds are a by as much as 80% from key element in most rations, a standard 24-hour wilt,” homegrown feeds will be the says Mr Smith, “but another mostcost-eaectivebaseto area where big gains are the diet. By making better possible is from ensiling with silage, so that more of the a proven additive. Here, our cow’s nutritional needs are calculations show that, as provided by silage, it can help milk price has increased from to ease feed costs. And with 25 to 45 pence per litre, the milk prices having improved, return from using the additive certain steps to improve silage Ecosyl has increased from

£7.50 to £13.50 per tonne of silage treated. This now represents about a 10:1 return on investment.

“This is based on independent dairy cow trials which have shown that feeding a range of silage crops preserved with Ecosyl boosted milk yield by an average of 1.2 litres per cow per day. So if one tonne of silage typically feeds 25 cows for a day, this extra 1.2 litres over 25 cows equates an extra 30 litres of milk produced per tonne of silage.”

Other silage-making operations to focus attention on, says Mr Smith, include clamp consolidation.

Many clamps are still not consolidated well enough, he says, which increases risks from poor fermentation and aerobic spoilage.

“Grass of 30% dry matter being loaded into a clamp at 100 tonnes per hour typically needs 25 tonnes of machinery rolling it constantly to compact it properly. Also, don’t skimp on clamp sealing and weighting,” he adds.

“Yes, dairy input costs have increased. But with strong milk prices, for those farmers who can produce milk costebciently,thenextfewyears should be a very good time.”

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FACTOR IN FERTILISER COST WITH SPRING CROP DECISIONS Cereal growers deciding when to stop planting winter wheat may need to factor in high fertiliser costs as part of decision

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ereal growers deciding when to stop planting winter wheat so that fieldscanbeputintospring barley may need to factor in continued high fertiliser costs as part of this decision.

That is the message from Syngenta seeds portfolio marketing manager, Kathryn Hamlen, who says this year’s kind autumn has seen good progress with winter wheat drilling, but as drilling shifts later there comes a point when deciding to drill a spring crop instead becomes more attractive.

Typically, this decision revolves around factors such as the declining yield potential of winter wheat with later drilling and concerns about crop establishment, says Mrs Hamlen. But with high fertiliser costs, she says the lower nitrogen (N) fertiliser requirement of spring malting barley has increasingly become part of the equation.

“Clearly, fertiliser doses need calculatingonafield-by-field basis, taking into account factors such as location restrictions, soil type and previous crop,” says Mrs Hamlen. “However, compared with around 200 kg/ha of N fertiliser that might be applied to a winter feed wheat crop, trials have indicated that the optimum N fertiliser dose for the popular spring malting barley variety Laureate was between 125 and 150 kg/ha when targeting brewing or around 100 to 125 8 | December 2022 | AgriNews

kg/ha when targeting malt distilling. This was based on achieving a good yield while not exceeding a grain N content of 1.75% for brewing or of 1.65% for malt distilling.”

“With any cereal crop, sowing into good seedbeds is also vital, and spring barley is no exception. However, spring barley has a wide drilling window – it can be sown through to April in appropriate situations, allowing plenty of time for preparing seedbeds.

Although a lot of winter wheat has now been drilled, Mrs Hamlensaysmanyfieldsof winter wheat are planted later, “In suitable situations, it is after sugar beet and potatoes. also possible to drill spring Aswellasincreaseddibculty barley in December, which can preparing seedbeds during wet give a strong crop with higher winter weather, she says seed yield potential. However, this rates typically need increasing increases disease risk, and it with later drilling to account for doesn’t suit every situation, so reduced plant establishment it may be better to delay into andtillering,anddiaerentwinter the New Year to allow soil and wheatvarietieshavediaerent weather conditions to improve. latest sowing dates based on their vernalisation requirements, “Whichever crop is planted, be which growers need to check. aware that certain restrictions on the use of crop protection “If opting to grow spring products may apply, not only malting barley, look for a variety based on whether the variety that has shown consistent is listed as a winter or spring performanceandthatoaers variety but also depending on flexibilitytotargetbrewingand the crop’s planting date. This, malt distilling markets to help along with fertiliser dose, is manage risk,” says Mrs Hamlen, worthseekingqualifiedadvice “such as Laureate. on,” Mrs Hamlen adds.

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INCREASING NITROGEN USE - EFFICIENCY THROUGH IMPROVED PRACTICE

Tailoring fertiliser applications to match soil and crop nutrient requirements can help increase nitrogen use efficiency

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ailoring fertiliser applications to match soil and crop nutrient requirements can help increase nitrogen useebciency (NUE) and maximise investment in fertiliser and nutrition products next season.

Origin will also be displaying the latest results from a trial involving Digest-It, a single application biological treatment that has been used in digestate forthefirst time. Results included a 20.3% increase in ammonium nitrogen and a 29% reduction in oven dry solids. Digest-It also improved the workability of the digestate, making it easier to pump and apply, reducing fuel use and wear on machinery. The results illustrate that the same amount of land can have 13% more digestate spread on it before NVZ limits are reached.

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This will be a key focus on Origin Fertilisers’ stand at CropTec, where recent trial work will be on show highlighting the importance of understanding howdiaerentnutrients interreact to increase fertiliser availability to the plant.

Trials involving applying molybdenum as a fertiliser coating have delivered significantimprovementsto “Making current fertiliser NUE. strategies go further and being Contact us on the moreebcientwithapplications following details Using molybdenum in this will be essential this year, and way has helped improve the targeted nutrition can play a to discuss your sustainability of nitrogen – big role in this,” says Peter requirements. helping the crop take up more Scott, technical director at of the N quicker rather than Origin Fertilisers. losing it to the environment Tel: 07554253054 and increased the return on “If farmers are looking carefully investment as growers are at fertiliser spend, we want to achieving more from the be helping them to apply the vicky@ same inputs. Origin NUEright product, at the right time, Trition products are key to in the right place and at the agrinewsmedia. this, aimed at helping users right rate and not leave the soil co.uk increase NUE and measure it and crop lacking in nutrients moreeaectivelytounderstandthat will have a detrimental where gains can be made. eaectonyieldandquality.”

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KUHN LAUNCHES NEW LIGHT-WEIGHT DRILL Kuhn has unveiled an updated, lightweight Megant drill featuring new tine coulters and more capable of holding 1200 kilos of wheat and drilling 60 hectares a day replaces a riveted hopper on the previous model. The new hopper also includes internal steps to improve access to the distribution head.

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UHN has unveiled an updated, lightweight Megant drill featuring new tine coulters, an updated terminal, and the option to add a second hopper. The Megant 602R shares functionality with the previous 600 model, but featureshalfwidthshutoa andcanbespecifiedwithan additional SH 1120, 110 litre hopper to drill two crops in the same pass.

Due to its lightweight design, the Megant can be operated by tractors with as little as 150 horsepower. Three types of tinescanbespecifiedonthe Megant, including reversible forward action, straight, and a new narrow 12mm straight tine coulter which reduces soil displacement through improved penetration and also reduces wear on the tine thanks to the addition of carbide plated points.

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A new VT 30 terminal makes the Megant suitable for tractors with and without ISOBUS. Large buttons, a shock proof casing and ergonomic design make the terminal easier to operate and more durable. Compatibility with both KUHN CC1 8001200 and other ISOBUS terminals will make the Megant more accessible to all users andwilloaertheeconomy of not needing to purchase a second control terminal for tractorsalreadyfittedwitha compatible model.

The improved hopper features ashutoadoorenabling operators to isolate the two compartments. This makes it possible to adjust the metering unit when the hopper is full and helps to prevent seed settling in the metering unit when the Megant is in transit.

TheMeganthasbeenfitted with KUHN’s VISTAFLOW valves which can be configuredandcontrolled from the terminal. This enables operatorstoprogramtheflow of seed with the option to save settings for future use.

VISTAFLOW also records tramliningconfigurationssuch as the working width and wheel track to enable more accurate use of sprayers and fertiliser spreaders which will help to reduce input costs.

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PRECISION BREEDING BILL WILL SUPERCHARGE INVESTMENT NIAB - Precision Breeding Bill will supercharge investment in UK crop innovation

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ew legislation to be debated by MPs in Parliament on Monday (31 October) could help unlock the UK’s global leadership in plant genetic research, and encourage innovation in agriculture to address the most pressing challenges of today – developing crops that are higher yielding, more nutritious, more resilient to climate change and less reliant on pesticides or fertilisers.

Crop science organisation NIAB has welcomed the return of the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Bill to complete its Commons stages, and is urging MPs to support the Bill’s ambition to drive innovation and investment in our agri-food sector, and to open new opportunities for research organisations and businesses.

NIAB CEO Professor Mario Caccamo said the introduction of the Bill had already led to positive conversations between NIAB and prospective research partners and commercial investors.

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as a result of the Precision Breeding Bill and the signals it sends that Britain’s regulatory framework is set on a more pro-innovation trajectory. Importantly, that interest is coming not only from investors at home, but also from overseas.”

“This could mark a turning point for UK-led innovation in plant genetics. For the past 20 years or so, the direction of travel for investment in crop science has been one-way – out of the UK to regions of the world such as North and South America which have adopted more favourable regulatory regimes.”

Bill’s provisions, including coeliac-safe wheat, enhanced nitrogen and water-useebciencyinwheat, andfloweringtimevariation in strawberry to extend the domestic growing season.

He added that greater access to technologies such as gene editing would boost NIAB’s ongoingeaortstounlockthe genetic potential of neglected pulse crops, such as peas, faba beans and soya, to provide a home-grown proteinsourcewithbenefits for sustainable farming, healthy eating and climate change.

“The focus for gene editing research at NIAB is to help “Over that time, remarkably, develop crops and farming the UK has retained its systems which are less leadership in fundamental dependent on chemical plant genetic science and pesticides and fertilisers, gene discovery research. and which reduce the This new legislation could climate change impact of help supercharge the agriculture. These are all private sector investment important objectives shared needed to unlock potentially widely across the political significantadvancesformore spectrum for which new sustainable farming systems, breeding technologies can improved nutrition, and oaertangiblesolutions,” climate resilience,” he said. said Professor Caccamo. “I would strongly urge MPs to Professor Caccamo support the Bill. Given the highlighted to a number pace of climate change and of ongoing NIAB research insecurity of global supply projects involving gene chains, there is no time to editing whose prospects waste.” of commercial application would be boosted by the

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PROXIMA - UNIVERSAL TRACTOR NOT ONLY FOR MUNICIPAL SERVICES “In the past, local farmers used to help us with some work, but they weren’t always available and the cost of specialised compaies was high”

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he small village of Sv,tnovislocated just a few kilometers fromŽárnadSázavou, surrounded by beautiful nature, typical for the Vyso(inaregion.Even though it has only around 500 inhabitants, there is more than enough work here.

That is why the municipality acquired a new reinforcement at the end of 2020. It was ZETOR PROXIMA CL 100.

"In the past, local farmers used to help us with some work, but they were not always available and the cost of specialized companies was high. So, we decided to buy our own tractor for the municipality," explains Mr. Pavel Štefan, Mayor of Sv,tnov.

Work of all kinds So far, the tractor works mainly in winter. "The terrain inSv,tnovisveryhilly.We have about 6 kilometers of roads in the village and they have to be gritted, otherwise, the garbage men won't even take the bins out. Sometimes we shovel snow from 5 am and the afternoon shift ends at 10.30 pm. So, with PROXIMA, it's up to whoever is on hand," says Mr. Štefan about the main job of the tractor. "We also sometimes use the tractor to pull out

cars stuck in the snow, because the winter here in Vyso(inaishardandthere is a lot of snowing," he adds with a smile.

all, the company Agrozet Havlí(kVvBrod,wherethey bought the PROXIMA, is only 30 km away and it is easy to get there "on the wheels".

Sv,tnovZetorProximaCL 100 lukaskralphoto (3) Most often PROXIMA works with an arrow plow (which is highly praised by the locals because it plows snow on both sides) and a spreader in the back.

However, PROXIMA is not only used in winter.

In addition to the plow, the municipality has also purchased a container carrier, so that they can now take the containers away themselves, and a sweeper for cleaning the roads and pavements. "This is a really big help for us. The ZETOR also proved its worth last year when we asphalted the roadtoStržanovandthe PROXIMA helped to remove the cut trees," adds the mayor.

Sv,tnovZetorProximaCL 100 lukaskralphoto (6) Plans for the future

Theyareverysatisfiedwith thetractorinSv,tnov.It handles all the work without any problems, is still under warranty, and has had no serious breakdowns. The village wanted the ZETOR from the very beginning.

Mainly because of the favorable price and easily accessible service. After

InSv,tnovtheyarealready thinking about how to use the potential of the new PROXIMA.Thefirststepwill be to add another pair of hydraulic sections forward and backward. In the future, they are considering buying a mowing arm to use in the maintenance of local roads andaroundSv,tnov."We pay for the service now, so wewouldbeself-subcient in that as well. In addition, we can transport the mown greens to a nearby biogas plant and reduce our costs," says Mr. Štefan. Another possibility would be to use PROXIMA to take out the sludge from the local wastewater treatment plant.

So far, they are outsourcing this service, but soon, it could be another way to save some money from the municipal budget.

And we wish the whole Sv,tnovmanysatisfied motor hours and as much work well done with the ZETOR as possible.

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There isn’t another time of the year that is as labour intensive as lambing season and if you are unprepared, it canbedibculttokeepupwith everything,” says Nettex Area Business Manager and Scottish livestock farmer Jane Moodie.

In the weeks ahead of lambing season, Miss Moodie and fellow Nettex Area Business Manager and Wales livestock farmer Gwyn James advise sheep farmers and shepherds to set aside time to organise management schedules and take stock of lambing supplies.

Balancing full-time jobs with playing active day-to-day roles on their family livestock farms has been possible for them both by taking a checklist approach to pre-lambing preparation.

having the right supplies on hand. It is also going to ensure you have what you need when you need it and that you aren’t purchasing anything in excess because you don’t know what you already have.”

“Ifindthecupmethodfordipping navels to be very wasteful and messy and prefer to use 10% Iodine spray. This dries rapidly and if applied properly will give the same coverage as a dip,” says Mr James.

To help sheep farmers with this lambing season, Nettex is giving away three £500 vouchers for Nettex products. Entries are open until March 31, 2023, and can be applied for here by taking a fourquestion survey.

Colostrum “Best practice is to always give a lamb colostrum from the ewe as itsfirstfeedassoonaspossible post-lambing. However, there are always cases when that is not an option so it is necessary to have some powdered colostrum on hand,” says Miss Moodie.

“Weather conditions and other factorswillalsohaveasignificant impact on colostrum production so if a bad weather front is goingtobemovingin,definitely increase the amount of powdered colostrum you have available.”

Below, Mr James and Miss Moodie share their insight into what equipment supplies are included on their pre-lambing equipment checklists for their indoor and outdoor systems: Pre-lambing equipment checklist

Boxes of gloves – long and short Lambing 200 ewes outdoors With a background as a in mid-April, Miss Moodie is veterinary nurse, Miss Moodie hands-on at her family’s farm in has seen the consequences the Scottish Highlands. In Wales when gloves aren’t worn and near Aberystwyth, 42-year-old Mr recommends wearing them to James has helped his father lamb protectboththeflockandthe theirprimarilycommercialflockhandler. of 300 ewes for all but one season since he was old enough to work. “Always wear gloves. I like wearing long ones that go up my To keep things simple, the pair arm when lambing because the recommend splitting out two mucous on lambs dries out and checklists – one for management cracks skin, creating the perfect tasks such as scanning dates, opportunity for bacteria to enter nutrition planning and pen setup into your body and cause some – and one for equipment supplies serious issues,” she says. “It that are on hand and that need to is also important to wear clean be purchased. gloves between handling sheep, especially when doing something “Taking the time to prepare and like trimming feet, to prevent be organised is ultimately a small the spread of infection from one investment into a huge time saver sheep to another.” for the future,” says Mr James.

“Especially when it comes to Iodine – spray or dip

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Both she and Mr James recommend Ultra Concentrate for its high-quality full fat colostrum sourced from British farms.

Marker spray “We use this for management notes for things like pairing twins or if they’re a male and have been banded,” says Miss Moodie. “Marksman spray works extremely well for us.”

CCTV “We installed night vision CCTV a few years ago in the lambing shed and can monitor and zoom in on individual ewes from a smartphone. This has saved us asignificantamountoftimeon night checks,” says Mr James.

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JOY AS COUNTESS MARKS DOUBLE MILESTONE AT NEW BRITISH JCB PLANT Countess of Wessex Patron of the NSPCC, was warmly welcomed to JCB for a double engagement

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ountess of Wessex Patron of the NSPCC Donation News The Countess of Wessex, Patron of the NSPCC, was warmly welcomed to JCB today for a double engagement–toobcially open a new £100 million factory and to receive a £300,000 cheque for the children’s charity.

The Countess visited JCB Cab Systems, Uttoxeter, and during a tour, Her Royal Highness was given an insight into the hi-tech manufacturing plant complete with its computercontrolled production line and rainwater harvesting and heat capture systems. Her Royal Highness later received a cheque for £300,000 for the NSPCC after a successful employee fundraising campaign.

our cab production business, bringing new levels of ebciencytoouroperations.”

The Countess of Wessex met employees on the shop floorincludingBenEmery, who joined JCB in 2006 as a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice. He now works as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager at the factory and led the team that bought all the key equipment for the new plant. He gave Her Royal Highness an insight into the manufacturing processes at the site.

Jubilee Appeal, which was launched in 2021 with a target of £70,000. Employees smashed through the goal raising £150,000.

The Countess was presented with a cheque for £300,000

by Lady Bamford - after The Bamford Charitable Trust doubled the amount raised by employees. As she handed over the cheque Lady Bamford paid tribute to everyone involved in the Appeal.

JCB is a family business with family values, and it is those family values which have seen so many successful NSPCC appeals staged over the years.

HRH The Countess of Wessex | Patron of the NSPCC

Ben, 32, of Burton-on-Trent, said: “It was fantastic to meet The Countess of Wessex and the whole team is very proud to have been able to show oaourhi-techworkplacetoa "JCB’srootsinStaaordshire member of the Royal Family. are very deep, just like those She was very interested in of the many thousands of everything we have done families who work here. There to make this a world class, is so much more work to do JCB Chairman Anthony ebcientmanufacturingfacility to end child cruelty, which Bamford and his wife Carole which competes with the best is why it is so important to welcomed The Countess to in the world.” us to support the work of the plant and during the visit the NSPCC in a way which Her Royal Highness unveiled aplaqueontheshopfloorto Followingtheobcialopening,directlybenefitsthechildren The Countess, attended of this county.” An NSPCC the applause of hundreds of a celebration to mark the spokesperson said: "We would employees who had gathered culmination of JCB’s latest like to thank JCB for their to watch the occasion. appeal for the children’s fantasticeaortsduringthe charity, which the Bamford Platinum Jubilee campaign.

Lord Bamford said: “Britain, Charitable Trust has supported We are extremely grateful that andStaaordshire,isa for almost 40 years. Her Royal JCB has chosen to donate the great place to manufacture Highness met more than 50 funds raised to the NSPCC and investing in Britain is employees from all over JCB and support our vital work something we will continue who have played key roles with children and families in to do. Investing in this plant Staaordshire.” has, quite literally transformed in the JCB NSPCC Platinum 18 | December 2022 | AgriNews

NEWS

YOUNG FARMER INTRODUCES SUCCESSFUL PYO BUSINESS

Ed Swan had made it a goal to further increase the self-sufficiency of Ffrith Farm amid removal of BPS payments

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d Swan had made it a goal to further increase the self-subciencyofFfrith Farm amid the removal of BPS payments

we have here."

Three acres were planted with sunflowersontheMold-based farm and this year alone, 2,500 flowersweresold.

for customers to collect their pumpkins.

Ed took charge of the weed management. “I mostly did it in the evenings, we didn’t need to A young farmer’s resolve to get extra help in for that so there make his family farm selfThatenterprisefilledasummer wasn’t a real cost to it." subcientandremoveits dip in business in the farm reliance on subsidies has been shop – many of their regular When the crop was ready to be the catalyst to a successful customers are away in the picked, customers came in their horticulturediversification. summer therefore sales can be hordes, paying from £2 - £8 for lower. a pumpkin, with many buying Ed Swan had made it a goal several. to further increase the selfTo bolster income in late subciencyofFfrithFarm,with autumn, when sales can In setting the price point, Ed the Flintshire-based family alsotailoabeforethebusy struck a balance between being already having a well-established Christmas period, the farm was competitiveandmakingaprofit. farm shop. alsoperfectlyplacedtooaer ‘pickyourownpumpkins’for “As farmers, I think we often With a land base of 200 acres Halloween. struggle with recognising the and a need for Ed, and his value of what we are producing," parents, to make a living from it, An area of land below the shop, he admits. furtherdiversificationbeckoned. previously wasteland, was drained and earmarked as the Trabc–andpeople– “We didn’t want to go down the pumpkin patch. management is another route of economies of scale, consideration he will take chasing high-value land, but to Ed bought 4,000 pumpkins forward in his plans for the make what we already had earn seeds and commissioned a local venture in 2023. more," Ed explains. nursery to grow them on to plugs – the total cost for both was “Pumpkinandsunflowerpickers With that in mind he signed up £700. stay a long time. Our farm shop as a Farming Connect focus customers might park for 15 farm, exploring options for “We are 700 feet above sea level minutes but, when people come building a farm destination on heavy clay, I didn’t rate our to pick, they can be here for two experience around existing chances of sowing the seed hours. The car park was full all resources. directly," he says. That approach the time." yielded a 90% success rate after Ed’s unintentional inclusion of planting out.

He plans to extend car parking ahighpercentageofsunflower facilities and may also open a seeds in a herbal ley mix for café in the future, as a further grazing cattle in 2021 had Potash applied at 200kg/acre diversification. already sparked one idea for cost £400 and £200 was spent achieving that. on fungicide to tackle powdery The income from the PYO mildew caused by the summer business has added to farm heatwave. profitability,andthatgivesEd “It was a happy mistake," says confidenceashelooksaheadto Ed. “We looked at pick-your-own The business invested £200 the eventual removal of the BPS. as it ties in with everything else inafleetof14wheelbarrows

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NEWS

FORWARD-THINKING SCHOOL INVESTS IN FUTURE WITH NEW MACHINERY FLEET A prestigious college with a history of producing elite sporting athletes has marked its 100th anniversary

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prestigious college Dambusters raid – HelloFresh with a history of founder Patrick Drake, and producing elite sporting Claudia Gwinnutt, who created athletes has marked its 100th the beauty brand Circla. anniversarywithasignificant investment in its groundscare. Out of the total 1,200 acres on the site, the team is responsible for 150 acres Lord Wandsworth College in Hampshire has completely which includes 14 winter renewed its machinery in order pitches ranging from full size rugby and football to touch to maintain a huge area of rugby and seven-aside football sports pitches, running tracks pitches. and amenity grounds.

A GPS precision sprayer hasbeenaddedtothefleet, and combustion engines have given way to electric wherever possible in line with the college’s sustainability ambitions.

Founded in 1912, Lord Wandsworth left a generous bequest in his will to educate the children of agricultural workers and children who had lost one or both parents.

“The outdoors is still at the heart of the school, although the emphasis on farming has been replaced by sport, with notable former pupils including rugby stars such as world cup winner Jonny Wilkinson and British & Irish Lion Ugo Monye,” Alistair Cotton, Grounds and Gardens Manager, says.

Other notable alumni include Squadron leader George Johnson – the last remaining member of the 1943 20 | December 2022 | AgriNews

emissions even before the current issues with power prices,” he says. “Opting for electric TE Gators was just one element of that – they’re also about to install solar panels on all the roofs to tryandoasettheutilitybills.”

So far, the team have been pleased with the performance.

“They last a day and we’ve had no issues with battery “There is also a full-size and life,” he says. “Compared to half-size astroturf pitch and in the combustion Gators we the summer there are six grass had before, they are not as cricketsquares,twoartificial fast, but if you’d never had cricket grounds and a grass one of the older models, you’d 400m running track,” says wouldn’t know – they do the Alistair. job just as well.”

“It would be enough to keep 13 people busy – at the moment, we only have a teamoffive.”

Asignificantinvestment in solar panels across the college’s buildings will see the Gators charged by on-site renewable energy in the near Withstaarecruitmentanissue, future, but the team continues a common problem at present to run a diesel TH 6x4 Gator. in the industry, ensuring that the kit is up to speed This new collection of kit andebcientisparticularly marks the school’s third deal important. with John Deere through their local dealer, Hunt Forest, in The grounds team upgraded Blashford. itsfleetofJohnDeerekitthis year, to better service the “Each deal has grown year sportsfields,someofwhich on year to the point we’re at have increased in size, and to now,” Alistair says. “We’ve contribute to the college’s been with John Deere for 15 overall aim to reduce carbon years – they’re always very emissions. competitive on price and the reliability of the machines is as “The school was passionate good as any.” about cutting carbon

NEWS

THE NEW 5ML TRACTOR SERIES FROM JOHN DEERE John Deere introduces its most intelligent and powerful narrow tractors for use in high-value crops to date

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alldorf – With the new 5ML Series, which includes the flagship5130ML,JohnDeere introduces its most intelligent and powerful narrow tractors for use in high-value crops to date. The 5ML tractors can be equipped with a comprehensive John Deere technology package for precision farming and deliver a maximum output of 134 hp.

Smart – Precision farming for high value crops ​ To make working with specialty cropseasier,the5MLoaers a comprehensive John Deere technology package for precision farming. A unique feature is the integrated AutoTracTM guidance system.

The AutoTracTM display has been integrated directly into the tractor's dashboard, eliminating the need for an additional activation or display.

Above all, this saves additional costs. With its equipment, the 5ML makes it possible to combinediaerentworksteps.

The integrated guidance system enables the driver to deliver a high quality of work even on long days. He can fully concentrate on the implements as the tractor itself

stays on track.

Due to political measures, farmers have to document their work processes in increasing detail, which means additionaleaort.Withthe optionally available Gen 4 display on the 5ML, every step of the tractor's work can be easily documented and securely transferred to the John Deere Operations Centre, which is available free of charge. Here, all operations can be monitored, planned and analysed, enabling the farmer to make informed agronomic decisions. With 1ClickGo AutoSetup from John Deere, settings for the documentation and execution of the work steps, such as an application rate for a crop protection measure, can be set up via the Operations Center.

applications from partner companies that enable sitespecificfarmingspecificallyfor high-value crops. This allows the targeted use of inputs, which reduces production costs. The 5ML is a pioneer in precision farming for highvalue crops.

Furthermore, John Deere's Connected Support can maximise the uptime of the 5ML. With the customer's explicit consent, machine data is analysed remotely while the 5ML is in operation. If an irregularity is detected, the local John Deere dealer is automatically informed. They then notify the customer of the impending malfunction before the machine's performanceisaaected.

Strong – The strongest of the narrow John Deere tractors​ The John Deere PowerTech As soon as the tractor enters Plus engine in the new 5130 therespectivefield,thedefined ML is a 4.5-litre four-cylinder job appears on the with a solid torque rise of display. All the driver has to do 30% and a maximum output isconfirmandstartworking. of 134 hp. The mechanical PowerQuad Plus transmission 1ClickGo has four of the optionally AutoSetup thus saves set-up available Powr8 transmission time and ensures error-free eight power shiftable gears. documentation.

When range shifting the Via the matching powershift gear John Deere is automatically selected.

Operations This and the no-clutch range Center, the shifting with the de-clutch 5ML can be button makes the tractor stand connected out in terms of comfort. to software

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MACHINERY

NEW BRUSHCATTM & LOG GRAPPLE ATTACHMENTS FROM BOBCAT Bobcat: New attachments are designed for Bobcat Small articulated loaders

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eightened weed burden could mean growers need to replace inundated crops

cases, could threaten the crop’s viability and profitability.”

not too late to get a replacement winter crop into the ground. For others, deferring to a spring-sown cropping strategy might be the better option.

Mr Thornton therefore As a result of the summer’s recommends that each prolonged drought, some fieldshouldbeassessed early-drilled winter wheats on a case-by-case basis to “In both cases, growers are facing a heightened decide if the current crop, or should be aware of the weed burden after the dry part of it, should be sprayed restrictions imposed by conditions have prevented oaandre-drilled,eitherwith certain active ingredients pre-emergence herbicides a replacement winter crop, on replacement crops. The fromworkingeaectively. or with a subsequent spring best approach is to seek That’s according to Mike crop. definitiveadvicefromyour Thornton, head of crop agronomist and, where production for agronomy “Where the weed burden necessary, to implement a firmProCam,whourges is excessive or contains ‘planB’soonerratherthan growerstoassessaaected dibcult-to-control later.” fieldstodetermineifthe competitors such as blackcurrent crop should be grass, ryegrass and brome, retainedorsprayedoaand it could be quite an easy re-drilled. decision to make. For example, if grass weeds “Despite being a distant have made it to the two-leaf memory, the summer’s dry stage or beyond, they will and hot conditions are still beverydibculttocontrol havinganeaectonthenew as most contact herbicides cycle of cereal crops,” Mr have been rendered Thornton explains. “Some ineaectivebymounting wheats which were drilled resistance. ahead of schedule or on lighterlandhavesuaered “In the most severe cases, from a lack of soil moisture, it will make sense to admit which has prevented soildefeat sooner rather than acting pre-emergence laterandtowrite-oathe herbicides from working current crop so that weeds to the best of their ability. canbeburnedoaaheadof As a result, some winter a replacement crop being cereals are currently facing established.” heightened competition from out-of-control weeds For many growers, Mr which, in the most severe Thornton says it’s still

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POULTRY

WALES TO INTRODUCE HOUSING ORDER IN FIGHT AGAINST AVIAN FLU New biosecurity measures and housing placement will be implemented for poultry and captive birds in wales

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ew biosecurity and housing requirements will be implemented for poultry and captive birds in Wales, bringing it in line with England, which introduced a housing order on 7 November.

Interim Chief Veterinary ObcerforWales,DrGavin Watkins, said these steps were being taken now to get ahead of a possible increased level of avian influenzavirusinthe environment and will come into force across Wales on Friday, 2 December.

From this date, it will be a legal requirement for all

bird keepers to keep their birds indoors or otherwise separated from wild birds.

Keepers must also complete and act upon a bespoke biosecurity review of the premises where birds are kept. This is to minimise the risk of virus entry in bird houses, which usually results in high mortality.

These new measures are in addition to those in the WalesAvianInfluenza Prevention Zone, which remain crucially important.

Dr Watkins is encouraging bird keepers to prepare for the introduction of the new measures, by making sure

housing is suitable, with the housed environment enhanced to protect bird welfare. Keepers should consult their vet for advice where needed.

“The latest data suggests a westward spread of avianinfluenzatoWalesin the coming months, and increased risk of birds being infected outside, through increased viral survival times and a possible further spread in the range of wild birds carrying the virus. Having assessed the evidence, we are taking further preventative action to help protect poultry and kept birds. The biosecurity and housing measures we are introducing in Wales will provide additional protection for birds and resilience for our poultry sector. We will continue to keep the situation under constant review.

“I want to thank all keepers for the steps they have taken to keep birds in Wales safe from this devastating disease, steps which we know have protected birds.

The additional measures announced today will buildonthateaort.If implemented rigorously, our birds will be protected.”

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POULTRY

RADIOGRAPHY COULD TRANSFORM POULTRY BREEDING A method of analysing bone density in hens could help poultry producers select the optimum birds with which to breed

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method of analysing bone density in hens could help poultry producers select the optimum birds with which to breed, to improve animal health and welfare.

Scientists at the Roslin Institute have developed a digital X-ray procedure that takes around 45 seconds to conduct, is practical for hens and poultry workers, and delivers reliable, reproducible results.

Their novel method enables breeders to consider bone density in their selection of laying hens, which are at risk of fractures from biological changes linked with laying eggs.

Recent advances in digital X-ray technology have enabled researchers to develop their technique to capture and interpret images relating to bone density.

Their method involves

quickly capturing digital X-rays of live hens, from which their leg bone density can be calculated, and data digitally shared.

research by the same team has shown that leg bone density is genetically related to that of the keel bone, and to fracture risk.

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A practical way to measure bone density could also help reduce the number of animals needed for research into nutritional and management aids for bone health.

procedure, which

The study, published in British Poultry Science, was supported by the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research.

“For many decades, poultry breeders have chosen which birds to breed according to a mix of many factors, but takes it has not been possible to about 45 account for bone quality in seconds,oaersafast, live hens, and a practical practical alternative to method of measuring bone conventional imaging quality in hens has been techniques such as unavailable,” said Professor Dual-energy X-ray Ian Dunn, Personal Chair Absorptiometry, Digitised of Avian Biology, at the Fluoroscopy and CT scans. Roslin Institute. “Our method represents a Strongbonesoaerimproved major development to aid health and reduced risk of selection towards improving fractures in birds that have bone strength, and health freedom to move around and welfare, in laying hens.” their environment. The keel bone, or sternum, of hens is particularly prone to damage and previous AgriNews | December 2022 | 27

POULTRY

TESCO ANNOUNCES CLOSE TO £14 MILLION OF ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

Tesco has announced further support for its British egg suppliers and producers

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esco has announced further increases in feed for farmers. be eaten runny by everyone, support for its British egg Tesco will continue to work including vulnerable groups.” suppliers and producers, with its suppliers to ensure as the sector continues to the additional investment gets Clair Bullen, Head of Sales & experience challenging market passed to farmers as quickly as Marketing, Anglia Free Range conditions brought on by price possible.

Eggs, said: “We welcome increases in key inputs such as Tesco’s ongoing commitment feedandenergyandtheavianflu Dominic Morrey, Tesco and support for our free outbreak.

Commercial Director for Fresh range producers. Our farmers said: “We know the British egg continue to face unprecedented The support package includes sector continues to face acute inflationarycostsandarenow £13.6m of support already market conditions with input dealing with the devastating provided to Tesco’s suppliers costs continuing to increase, and impactofAvianInfluenzaacross and producers since March this avianflucausingdisruptionand the UK. Our goal is to continue to year, as well as a commitment adding complexities to farming work closely with Tesco to create to provide a further £13.9m of conditions and the supply chain. a truly economically sustainable additional support until March We’re pleased to continue our model which will deliver for the 2023, with the support continuing support for UK suppliers and future.” after that date. producers, as well as provide reassurance to our customers AledGribthsOBE,Chairman, Earlier this year, Tesco announced that we will remain 100% British GribthsFamilyFarms,said: five-yearcontractswithitsfive on all our shell eggs.”

“Recent unprecedented events main British shell egg suppliers – have added extreme volatility Anglia Free Range Eggs, Glenrath “Withfive-yearcontractswithour to the supply chain which has Farms,GribthsFamilyFarms, suppliers now underway, and our addedsignificantpressureto Noble Foods and Skea Eggs. well-established feed model in productioncosts.Gribthsfamily The long-term contracts, which place, we hope the support we’re farms are pleased to be working began in October, mean Tesco providing alleviates some of the with Tesco and welcome their will continue to stock 100% pressure being felt and provides ongoing support in addressing British shell eggs in its stores, theindustrywithconfidenceand the structural changes needed while helping to provide UK egg protection during these uncertain to ensure sustainable UK egg farmerswiththeconfidenceto times.” production for the future.” invest and plan for the future.

Mark Williams, Chief Executive Harold Richmond, Agricultural Tescohasalsoconfirmedthe of the British Egg Industry Director, Skea Eggs, said: “At continuation of its poultry feed Council said: “We are delighted a time when egg producers are price tracker. Poultry feed that Tesco is investing in its facinghugeinflation-drivencost represents up to 70% of the supply chain to support British increases, with an overhanging cost of production on egg and egg producers. We know that threatofAvianInfluenzato poultry farms. The model adjusts consumers want and expect their businesses, Skea Eggs to price changes in the market, the eggs on retailers’ shelves very much welcomes Tesco’s providing producers with the cost to be British and it is great to support package which will help protection and security they need see Tesco publicly reinforcing support producers now and over when buying feed. its commitment to stock British the coming months. We must Lion eggs. The Lion is not only continue to work together to The support package will be recognised by consumers as a ensure we have a sustainable, paid to suppliers to cover the sign of quality, but it also shows secure supply base now and in cost of handling, processing and that the eggs are approved by the future.” egg production, including any the Food Standards Agency to

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POULTRY

STEVE BIRCHALL: KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY

Testimonial: This testimonial is supplied by P.R Starkie, Farm Manager at P.M. Ashburner Ltd

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eing a small family run Poultry unit we need to have good reliable contractors to ensure our site has a good state of cleanliness and biosecurity.In order to achieve this we use another family run business, Steve Birchall Poultry Services Ltd.

As a business we have worked in relationship with Steve Birchall and his team for a long numberofyearsandwillcontinuetodosoformanymore.Histeamdoafirstclassjob washing and disinfecting our site. Nothing is too much trouble and they can accomodate our needs at the drop of a hat.

I can honestly say Steve and his team are excellent, reliable, thorough, tidy and hard working. They leave our site ready for action! I would recommend Steve Birchall Poultry Services without hesitation.

P.R Starkie Farm Manager P.M Ashburner Ltd

Testimonial from W. Bateman & Co I would highly recommend Steve Birchall Poultry Cleaning Services, having knowing him for over 25 years and it has been an absolute pleasure to have him as my loyal customer and I look forward to many more years in business and wish Steve Birchall the continued success with his business and the good reputation he has gained over the years. We look forward to many more years in business with Steve Birchall.

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MACHINERY

TWO MORE CORVUS DEALERS APPOINTED

In the continuing expansion of their dealer network, Boss ORV has appointed two near Corvus dealers

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n the continuing expansion of their dealer network, Boss ORV has appointed two new Corvus dealers. David Taylor Garages and Campey Turf Care are the latest dealers who will be selling the European manufactured Corvus range of 4x4 utility vehicles.

David Taylor Garages has been a constant presence in Crickhowell, Powys, Wales since the 1960’s where the business grew and expanded to include haulage, recovery and several petrol stations. All three of David Taylor’s children joined the business. In 1988 Gene and his brother Scott, with a travel journalist, drove from John O’Groats to Land’s End in an Isuzu, believed to be thefirsttimea4x4didthistrip, to raise money for charity.

Boss ORV Managing Director Phil Everett says, “we are delighted to welcome our second dealer in Wales and extremely excited to have someone join the Corvus network with such a reputation for customer service in this region. Really looking forward to working with Gene, Chris, Katherine and all the team at David Taylor’s.”

Corvus arrived in Cheshire to coincide with the opening of the Campey Turf Care retail premises in Bosley, Cheshire.

Richard Campey originally

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detected an untapped market when he realised there was a role for a specialist supplier of high quality purpose built equipment that would enable turf managers to meet the increased demands placed on modern sports turf surfaces.

The business has now grown to be one of the leading UK’s independent distributors, with machinery available throughout Europe, Asia, Africa and the USA. “I’m excited to announce our latest Corvus dealer partner is Campey Turf Care,” says Phil Everett. “It’s great to have Richard, John and all the team join us at this exciting time in our development. Their expertise in the Groundcare market combined with our developing product line-up makes a dynamic combination.”

Both dealers will be stocking the Corvus Terrain range of side-by-side 4x4 utility vehicles, including the exciting new 100% electric Terrain EX4UTV.Corvusisthefirst European manufacturer of oa-roadandhomologated4x4 UTVs vehicles.

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➢ Gas-assisted tilting cargo bed ➢ Stable, wide-body chassis ➢ 907kg towing capacity

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Powered by the tried and tested TGB 503cc high torque engine, but now equipped with Electronic fuel injection.The Blade 520SL is T3 homologated so can be registered for road use.

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ATVTRAC - PROVEN IN THE FIGHT AGAINST RURAL CRIME As farmers and landowners continue to fight the threat of rural crime, ATVTrac offers a line of defence

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s farmers and landowners average recovery time of three continuetofightthethreat hours, ATVTrac’s results speak of rural crime, ATVTrac for themselves, with additional oaersaprovenandeaectivelineof features too. defence.

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ATVTracoaersotheruseful functions such as live battery With a 98% recovery rate and an information, with adjustable low-

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And if the unthinkable happens, thetruebenefitofATVTrac’s service becomes apparent, thanks to the 24hr manned call centre, which tracks the device, directly liaising with police or Securitas for recovery, to recover the asset.

Preferential insurance rates available too. Find out more at www.atvtrac.co.uk

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MOTORS

GAME FAIR WINNER PICKS-UP AN AWARDWINNING ISUZU D-MAX Top clay shooter wins use of an Isuzu D-Max V-Cross. Competition takes place at The Game Fair celebrating the British countryside

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inner of the competition comes out on top for a fourth year in a row 24th October 2022 – As the proud Automotive Partner to The Game Fair, Isuzu UK supports the event in a variety of ways. One of which includes the sponsorship of the The Game Fair Challenge Clay Shooting Competition, with an award-winning Isuzu D-Max up for grabs.

For the sixth year running, Isuzu UK have continued their established partnership with The Game Fair, theflagship country event, which takes place in the grounds of Ragley Hall and celebrates the great British countryside. With the event being driven by the great outdoors, the partnership couldn’t be more on target.

Ashley Cooper, Head of Sponsorship at The Game Fair commented, “Having Isuzu as theObcialAutomotivePartner to the event has always been a fantastic pairing, with the capable D-Max range being the perfect companion to all who are fond of outdoor pursuits. The Game Fair

Challenge is a brilliant way for us to celebrate the skills of those who attend our event.”

Billy Baughan, winner of the competition, commented “I am really pleased to have won the competition at The Game Fair. Working for the family business, in the construction industry, the Isuzu D-Max is the ideal day-to-day workhorse and

will no doubt be used in my leisure time for country pursuits.”

The vehicle handover was conducted at Mr Baughan’s local Isuzu dealer, Adams Brothers, located in Aylesbury.

Founded in 1943, the dealership is a third generation family-run business. Servicing thelocalcommunity,theyoaer

fully equipped facilities for new and used vehicle sales, servicing & repairs, M.O.T’s, body and paint repairs and genuine replacement parts.

The dealership was crowned runner up in the Customer Care Dealer of the Year category at the 2022 Isuzu Dealer Awards.

Isuzu UK Head of Marketing, George Wallis commented, “We are proud to be supporting The Game Fair andtheirflagshipcompetition.

Our partnership promotes the Award-Winning Isuzu D-Max to a key audience and is the perfect prize for this fantastic competition.”

The Award-Winning Isuzu D-Max range caters for every need, coming in single, extended or double cab body styles. With shift-onthe-fly4WD,hill-descent controlandareardialock available as standard the Isuzu D-Max is the ultimate outdoors companion. The prize vehicle is a top of the range Isuzu D-Max V-Cross, whichoaersclassleading safety spec along with proven oa-roadability,SUV-likelevels ofspecificationalongwitha1 tonne payload and 3.5 tonne towing capacity.

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ATV/UTV

POLARIS: 0% FLATE RATE FINANCE

An exciting opportunity to put a Polaris to work for you at a low monthly cost and see a return on your investment An exciting opportunity to put a Polaris to work for you at a low monthly cost and see a return on your investment.

Three-year0%flatratefinanceisavailableviaRuralFinanceLimited,abrokerauthorisedandregulatedby the Financial Conduct Authority.

Finance is available on in-stock Sportsman 570, 570 EPS, 570 EPS AgriPro, 570 EPS Black Edition, 570 EPS Hunter Edition, 570 EPS SP, 570 EPS SP Öhlins SE and Ranger 1000 EPS, 1000 EPS Nordic Pro SE, XP1000 EPS, XP1000 EPS Hunter Edition, XP1000 EPS ABS, XP1000 EPS Nordic Pro SE. Thethree-year0%termsare6+30months.Financeisagreedonthefinalpurchaseprice,includingupto £1000 (excluding VAT) of Polaris accessories and minus any trade-in deductions. *Terms and Conditions: Thisfinanceoaerisagainstthefinancepurchaseprice,includingupto£10(excVAT)ofPolaris accessories, minus any trade-in deductions (excluding VAT) on in-stock Sportsman 570, 570 EPS, 570 EPS AgriPro, 570 EPS Black Edition, 570 EPS Hunter Edition, 570 EPS SP, 570 EPS SP Öhlins SE and Ranger 1000 EPS, 1000 EPS Nordic Pro SE, XP1000 EPS, XP1000 EPS Hunter Edition, XP1000 EPS ABS, XP1000 EPS Nordic Pro SE.

TheoaerexcludesSportsmanXP10models,Touring,6x6andx2models,AllYouth,RZR,Scrambler andGeneralVariantsandallRangerCrew,two-seat,DieselandElectricvariants.Thefinanceoaercanno be used in conjunction with vehicle pre-orders.

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FullVATorVATbalancedueonsigningthefinanceagreement(hirepurchaseonly),anadministrationfee will be charged at the time of signing.

Applicable for business purposes only based in England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland (excludes Channel Islands).

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Finance is provided through Rural Finance Limited, 5 Wilkinson Business Park, Wrexham, LL13 9AE. Rural Finance Ltd is an authorised credit broker and not a lender and can introduce you to several carefully selectedcreditproviderswhomaybeabletooaerfinanceforyourrequirements.

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AVAILABLE OVER 3 YEARS ON NEW POLARIS SPORTSMAN 570 MODELS. Exclusions apply. 1st October to 31st December 2022.

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* Three-year 0% finance is available via Rural Finance Limited, a broker authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The three-year 0% terms are 6+30 months. Finance is agreed on the final purchase price, including up to £1000 (excluding VAT) of Polaris accessories and minus any trade-in deductions (excluding VAT) on in-stock Sportsman 570, 570 EPS, 570 EPS Agri Pro, 570 EPS Black Edition, 570 EPS Hunter Edition, 570 EPS SP and 570 EPS SP Öhlins SE. The offer excludes Sportsman XP1000 models, Touring, 6x6 and x2 models, finance offer cannot be used in conjunction with vehicle pre-orders. This promotion is available from 1st October 2022 – 31st December 2022. Alternative profiles are available on request. Full VAT or VAT balance due on signing the finance agreement (hire purchase only), an administration fee will be charged at the time of signing. Applicable for business purposes only based in England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland (excludes Channel Islands). All applications are subject to credit acceptance and approval. All products are subject to stock availability. Financial agreement terms and conditions apply, further details and written quotations are available on request. Terms are current at date of publication and available for a limited period only. Finance is provided through Rural Finance Limited, 5 Wilkinson Business Park, Wrexham, LL13 9AE. Rural Finance Ltd is an authorised credit broker and not a lender and can introduce you to several carefully selected credit providers who may be able to offer finance for your requirements. We are only able to offer finance products from these providers and a commission may be received for this introduction.

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THE AWARD-WINNING ISUZU D-MAX

FOR THOSE WHO WORK IN ACRES, NOT HOURS ISUZU D-MAX DL40 FROM ONLY

£30,849

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Bob Gerard Ltd, Leicestershire, LE8 9GF t: 01162 592224 www.bobgerard.co.uk David Taylor (Garages) Ltd C&O Tractors, W. Sussex, PO18 9DA t: 01243 682025 01873-810304 www.davidtaylorgarages-isuzu.co.uk www.candotractors.com | isuzu@candotractors.co.uk Granada Park Motors, Crickhowell, Powys NP8 1HW David Taylor Garages, Crickhowell, NP8 1HW t: 01873 810304 www.davidtaylorgarages.co.uk All fuel consumption and emission values are based on the new WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) test cycle which uses real-world driving data. Official fuel economy for the standard Isuzu D-Max range in MPG (l/100km): Low 25.1 – 27.6 (10.2 – 11.2). Mid 31.4 – 36.4 (7.8 – 9.0). High 36.0 – 39.4 (7.2 – 7.8). Extra-High 29.0 – 30.8 (9.2 – 9.7). Combined 30.7 – 33.6 (8.4 – 9.2). CO2 emissions 220 – 241g/km. †Price shown is an Isuzu D-Max DL40 Double Cab vehicle on the road price with manual transmission. All prices shown include delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and

registration fee, excludes VAT and mica/metallic paint finish. The Award-Winning Isuzu D-Max is Smarter Stronger Safer compared to previous model. Terms and conditions apply.

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THE AWARD-WINNING ISUZU D-MAX

FOR THOSE WHO WORK IN ACRES, NOT HOURS ISUZU D-MAX DL40 FROM ONLY

£30,849

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S&S Services,Heathfield,Ayr,KA89SXt:0129280 www.sandsservices.co.uk DavidJeffries Taylor (Garages) Ltd of Bacton, Stowmarket, IP14 4HP t: 01449 781087 01873-810304 www.davidtaylorgarages-isuzu.co.uk www.jeariesofbacton.co.uk Granada Park Motors, Crickhowell, Powys NP8 1HW Westaway Motors, Northampton, NN16 8JE t: 01604 847245 www.westawaymotors.co.uk All fuel consumption and emission values are based on the new WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) test cycle which uses real-world driving data. Official fuel economy for the standard Isuzu D-Max range in MPG (l/100km): Low 25.1 – 27.6 (10.2 – 11.2). Mid 31.4 – 36.4 (7.8 – 9.0). High 36.0 – 39.4 (7.2 – 7.8). Extra-High 29.0 – 30.8 (9.2 – 9.7). Combined 30.7 – 33.6 (8.4 – 9.2). CO2 emissions 220 – 241g/km. †Price shown is an Isuzu D-Max DL40 Double Cab vehicle on the road price with manual transmission. All prices shown include delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee, excludes VAT and mica/metallic paint finish. The Award-Winning Isuzu D-Max is Smarter Stronger Safer compared to previous model. Terms and conditions apply.

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THE ALL-NEW SUBARU FORESTER SPORT. THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR COMPANION.

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SHIFT YOUR ADVENTURES UP A GEAR. With AWD off-road capability, the new Subaru Forester Sport inspires epic journeys, spontaneous road trips and everyday adventures.

FROM £38,660 Vehicle shown is an Forester 2.0i Sport, OTR price of £39,210.

Model shown price includes optional special paint finish at £550.

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Search Subaru SUBARU FORESTER fuel economy and CO 2 results (WLTP): Combined 34.7mpg, CO 2 emissions 185g/km.

MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes & may not reflect real driving results. Fuel consumption achieved in real life conditions & CO2 produced depends on a number of factors including accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles & vehicle load.

Forester is covered by a 32022 Year/60,000 miles (whichever is sooner) Manufacturer’s Warranty (bumper to bumper, excluding clutch driven plate). ^Additionally for added reassurance the traction battery 50 | December | AgriNews †

(Lithium-ion) is covered by an 8 year / 100,000 mile Warranty (whichever is sooner).