June 2013 Farming Monthly National

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Education Latest education news

Animal Health Schmallenberg vaccine news

Livestock Livestock Show preview

Red Tractor Food Assurance news

Cereals Show preview

Fencing Fencing news

Security

News All the latest need to know commentary

On Topic Flies for food?

Energy Farm renewables

Machinery Latest machinery news

ATV The essential workhorse round-up

Motors What’s new on the road?

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Waitrose to source LEAF Marque certified commodity crop ingredients LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) is to work with Waitrose to source LEAF Marque certified commodity crop ingredients, such as wheat and rapeseed oil. he LEAF Marque is a global environmental assurance system recognising sustainably farmed products. It is based on LEAF’s Integrated Farm Management (IFM) principles and all LEAF

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Marque farms are independently inspected. There are 487 LEAF Marque farmers in the UK and 580 in another 36 countries.

LEAF Marque farmers already supply Waitrose with all of its UK sourced fruit and vegetables and

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Leckford Estate – the Waitrose Farm – is a LEAF Marque certified farm. Adopting the LEAF Marque standard for its commodity crops means that Waitrose will strengthen its control frameworks for ingredients such as wheat and oilseed rape.

Jeremy Boxall, Director of LEAF Marque said: “We’ve worked with Waitrose for many years now and this commitment to sourcing more LEAF Marque certified commodity crop ingredients provides an excellent market opportunity for our farmers. It also offers a clear incentive for other wheat and oilseed rape farmers in the UK to consider LEAF Marque certification. It’s becoming increasingly important for food businesses and retailers to ensure and demonstrate that they are sourcing responsibly and sustainably and the LEAF Marque is an ideal way to do this.”

Alan Wilson, Technical Manager Agronomy, Waitrose added: “This

is an important decision and signals the beginning of a new opportunity to work with progressive farmers who share the values of Waitrose and LEAF. It is part of our Waitrose Way initiative to ensure that we engage and support farms that operate in an environmentally responsible way.

This platform has already been a success for our fresh produce and we look forward to extending this into commodity crops such as wheat and oilseed rape.”

Waitrose plans to focus on oilseed rape in the first instance with a view to all UK oilseed rape production coming from LEAF Marque growers by 2016. A timescale is currently being agreed for wheat.

LEAF Marque farmers adhere to Integrated Farm Management (IFM), a whole farm approach enabling farmers to maintain high standards of food production with minimum environmental impact.

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Kärcher repeats popular £100 cashback scheme Kärcher, the world leader in design and manufacture of cleaning machines, has announced the repeat of its highly successful £100 cashback incentive on new Kärcher HDS hot water pressure washers. or every HDS machine * purchased through a participating Kärcher dealer between 1st June and 31st August 2013, Kärcher will reward the customer with a cheque for £100.

Using hot water when highpressure cleaning can reduce cleaning time by up to 40% and improve final results. This is because oil and grease stains emulsify and flow more easily when heated, making them easier and quicker to shift. Hot water also accelerates chemical processes, making detergents work more quickly. On top of all this, the object being cleaned will dry more quickly because it has been warmed by the hot water.

With a wide range of power options there is a machine to suit your specific requirements and budget. Many HDS machines feature eco!efficiency mode, offering fuel savings of up to 20% without compromising cleaning performance. In addition, Kärcher’s machine protector chemical system prevents limescale build-up and corrosion

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of internal components. The system features a water hardness dial to ensure only the required amount of protector chemical is used, and is backed by a threeyear warranty on the heater coil.

For more information on the cashback offer, and to discuss finance options, call 01295 752142 or visit www.karcher.co.uk (* excluding upright models)

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Cattle return to Farthing Downs 17 cows and 9 calves make the move. pring is here at last. The grass has started growing, and after a long winter in the barn, the City of London Corporation’s herd of Sussex Red cattle are finally returning to Farthing Downs (Coulsdon, Surrey).

Bob Warnock, the City of London Corporation’s Superintendent at Farthing Downs, said: “The cattle are always a little frisky having been inside over the winter months, so you might see the calves having a good run about over the first day or two before they settle down to that end-old task of munching grass.

“Not only do cattle enjoy this wonderful fresh food source, but it helps maintain our open downland – for all south-easterners to enjoy.

It also helps ensure a rich diversity of wild flowers and grasses which are excellent for skylarks and grassland creepy crawlies.”

Traditional grazing methods help to conserve the landscape for

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which Farthing Downs is recognised as a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest for having the most extensive area of semi-natural downland habitats remaining in Greater London - in particular the species-rich chalk and neutral grassland.

Using cattle to graze, rather than machinery for mowing, allows more flowers to flourish. Many insects rely on these flowers, including a number of species of butterfly. The longer tufts left as the cattle graze offer shelter for insects, lizards and small mammals, where mowing would remove this essential cover.

A long history of human activity has been recorded on Farthing Downs with archaeological finds and features dating from the Neolithic, Iron Age and Roman periods. The beauty spot was cultivated up to the 2nd century AD and afterwards used as pasture for grazing animals.

Apart from grassland, the site contains a diversity of other

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habitats including scrub, old hedgerows and pockets of ancient woodland which support a wide

variety of species of plants and animals.

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Obtain the most competitive insurance rates Brett Hannon, Managing Director, Belmont Regency Insurance Services and Independent Financial Advisers. aving on the insurance premium you pay does not mean sacrificing the cover you have. Some years ago there was little choice as to where to go for alternate quotes as many direct insurers were not interested in farm vehicles or in providing adequate cover for these vehicles.

For instance a number of companies who are not involved in the farm market to any great extent will, on motor cover, limit use for farm purposes to the policyholder only even though cover may be for any driver. These other drivers may not then be covered for driving the vehicle on any business purpose.

Some will not even provide farm business use, the business use being restricted for instance to commuting to work only.

Nowadays there are a number of brokers nationwide who specialise in farm insurance , both farm, motor and household cover.

They deal with many farmers, if not predominantly with farmers. They are likely to be fully conversant with the cover provided with the various insurers in this market and are able to provide both initial and ongoing advice, no offshore call centres, no having to key your

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policy number into the phone everytime you ring with a query!

You will generally know who you are dealing with and usually deal with the same people for many years to come.

Furthermore a broker has the ability to research the market, able therefore to change insurers at future renewals if it is felt beneficial to so do as well as obtaining competitive premiums at inception. I look on the role of a specialist agricultural broker in the same vein as a GP, having a good working knowledge of the insurance industry with access to specialists in various fields ..They will get to know you and your business over the years and hopefully together build up an ongoing mutually beneficial relationship. One thing to bear in mind when you approach a broker is that you need to realise that simply asking for a quote for one tractor does not necessarily give you an indication of the savings possible. You will on one vehicle obtain far less discount than you would if you asked for a quote incorporating private cars, commercial vehicles and possibly your farm. You cannot fairly

compare the one off vehicle quote with the rates your current insurer provides if they are covering

everything and providing maximum discounts.

Support from banks request oger Williams, Member of Parliament for Brecon and Radnorshire, has stated his concern for the financial viability of a number of farmers following droughts, floods and a long, cold winter in a little over 12 months.

Last month the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs released figures that saw a fall in profits by between 11% and 52% last year in all sectors, with only poultry withstanding losses.

Mr Williams stated: “I know many farmers have struggled due to the adverse weather over the past 12 months and this caused has cash flow problems that have brought the financial viability of many farms into question. I am particularly concerned about the security of tenant farmers and those land owners living on the edge. This is why I believe we should look to

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engage with the banks and their agricultural departments to work with farmers to get through this tricky time.”

There have also been an increased number of emergency payments and charity grants to farming families from the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI), demonstrating the extent to which farmers are struggling to make ends meet.

Mr Williams commented: “While the charity efforts are providing vital assistance in the short term, they are not sustainable in the long term. I will be writing to the leading UK banks and hope to meet with them in due course. They are in a position to assist farmers by helping them develop resilient business plans and offer lending at a rate that can ensure Britain’s farmers can do what they do best; produce good, affordable food.”

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A problem with lice? Barrier can help...

An all year round problem solved in an effective yet environmentally friendly way. hese small wingless insects are present all year round and especially noticeable amongst housed animals and infestations spread more rapidly when animals are in close contact. The female lice attach their eggs (nits) to the hair fibres and take about ten days to hatch into nymphs and a further two to three weeks before they develop into adults.

It is just possible to see adult lice with the naked eye. By carefully parting the hair, movement can normally be seen at the base of the hair. They are grey/brownish in colour and the size of a pinhead.

Biting lice are by far the most common, they feed on debris on the surface of the skin and their scavenging produces intense

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irritation causing crusty scurfy areas that the animal will bite and scratch in an effort to alleviate their discomfort. Sucking Lice can cause severe anaemia and infested animals can rapidly lose weight and become prone to other illnesses. Lice can only survive for a few days off their host but it is very important to treat all bedding, housing at the same time that you treat your animals, to prevent reinfestation.

Barrier Animal Healthcare’s Livestock Louse Powder (HSE Licence No. 8712) is very effective, affordable and the most environmentally friendly product of its kind on the market for the animal and the user.

This unique formulation of Livestock Louse Powder is entirely non-toxic and contains a safe-

carrier that does not cause carcinogenic effects. Totally safe and designed to be applied directly to all animals it is suitable for use in organic farming systems, as it falls into the exempt category of products which use only plant oils as active ingredients, as listed in Annexe IIB (Pesticides) of Council Regulation (EEC) No 2092/91 (as amended). It successfully rids animals, including Cattle, Horses and Poultry of both Sucking and Biting Lice; which are normally dealt with separately, and will help to prevent reduced growth rates, which can result from Lice infestation. Barrier Animal Healthcare does not recommend the use of Livestock Louse Powder on Sheep due to the density of the fleece – refer to ‘Blowfly Repel’ and ‘Barrier D Sheep Dip Formula’.

This strong formulation contains concentrated plant derivatives that act as a slow release to give up to six weeks protection with one application.

Barrier Animal Healthcare is the only company to include sterilizable maize powder as the base carrier for the louse powder and unlike other carriers it will not

be metabolised via any cuts and so will not form granulomas.

After identifying that lice is the problem. Thoroughly cover the animal with the product, paying particular attention to the neck, under the elbows, legs, along the back and at the base of the tail.

Use a soft brush to ensure that the product is thoroughly worked into the coat and down to the base of the hair. Where heavy infestations exist, repeat application within 5 days and as necessary until you are on top of the problem.

HSE Licence No. 8712. In accordance with 2006 repellent regulations under the Biocidal Products Directive, Barrier Animal Healthcare has secured all the necessary licence approvals and licence numbers well in advance of the regulatory deadlines. All of Barrier’s products contain the highest quality 100% natural, nonirritant ingredients that are totally safe to the animal, the user and to the environment.

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Tourism is key for rural Tougher technology economy in England and N Wales Tough technology just got tougher with the world’s toughest smartphone yet.

The CLA has said that more needs to be done by government, working with the tourism industry, to boost visitor numbers in England and Wales. he Association, whose 34,000 members run a wide range of different tourism businesses, said the National Rural Tourism Partnership needs to be reformed to drive integration of the tourism sector.

CLA President Harry Cotterell said: “As one of the big holiday weekends of the year begins, we need to ask ourselves if our tourism industry is getting the support it deserves.

“Are small and medium-sized tourism businesses getting what they need from Visit England and Visit Wales? Is rural broadband provision sufficient for the needs of the tourism industry? Is there enough coordination of Destination Management

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Organisations, Local Enterprise Partnerships and the rural tourism sector? The answer to these questions is clearly no.”

The CLA’s views on improving rural tourism are spelled out in its recently published report, Wish You Were Here?: CLA Policy on Rural Tourism.

The CLA President added: “Wish You Were Here? throws down the gauntlet to the tourism industry to do more to help individual rural tourism businesses, of which more than 5,000 are run by our members.

“We need to push for more locally sourced food at tourism sites and better signage to tourism destinations.”

GM may not be a name you recognise straight away but if you follow MotoGP or Italian football then it might ring a few bells as they sponsor their own race team (NGM Forward Racing) and are the main sponsor for Bologna FC. Over in Italy they are one of the largest suppliers of mobile handsets with mobile phone ranges especially tailored to different users. Now available via The Phone Trader we have the NGM Explorer, a toughened smartphone that runs the Android operating system.

The NGM Explorer has a wealth of features all cased in a solid housing that it is easy to tell has been manufactured to a high standard right from first holding the phone. The handsets screen is made using Corning™ Official Gorilla Glass which means it’s scratch proof as well as impact resistant. The camera on the phone is 5MP allowing photo’s to be taken on the move and stored on the FREE 8GB memory card that comes with the phone. It’s IP68 certification means it is submersible under water and will

withstand the elements day in day out.

Running the Android operating system users gets access to the Google Play store with thousands of apps that include Livestock Manager apps, email and of course web browsing. So if you want to get away from having to handle e-mail in the office at the end of the day and get geared up to handle your business whilst out in the workplace this is the perfect phone to stand up to the job.

The handset is available sim free to put your existing sim card into or we can offer the handset FREE OF CHARGE on mobile contracts and account upgrades.

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| Animal Health

NEW & USED TRACTORS & EQUIPMENT Quantum 65c two wheel drive, 2010, 3771 hours, front weights.

Quantum 65c two wheel drive, 2010, 2385 hours, front weights.

JXU 1070 two wheel drive, 2005, 3672 hours, PowerShuttle.

JXU 75 4wd. 2012, 590 hours, 16.9 x 34 tyres, 40kph. weights.

CS94 c/w Quicke loader, 2002, 3545 hours, 16.9 x 34 tyres, one owner.

Maxxum 125 Suspension c/w LRZ loader, 2009, 2920 hours.

Maxxum 140 Suspension 40kph. 2012, 338 hours.

CVX140 Suspension, 2008, 3447 hours, 460/85 x 38 tyres.

CVX150 Suspension, 2009, 2900 hours, 650/65 x 38 tyres.

CVX1155 Suspension, 2004, 3338 hours, 460/85 x 38 tyres.

CVX150 Suspension, 2007, 3942 hours, 20.8 x 42 tyres.

CVX160 Suspension, 2009, 5210 hours, Front Linkage.

CVX175 Suspension, 2009, 2578 hours, 580/70 x 42 tyres.

CVX195 Suspension, 2009, 4297 hours, 650/65 x 42 tyres.

Magnum 225 Suspension, 2007, 2361 hours, 50kph.

Magnum 255 Suspension 40kph + Creep, 2006, 2900 hours.

Magnum 270 Creep & 40kph. 4660 hours, 2001, 900/50 x 42 tyres.

Magnum 310 Suspension 40kph + Creep gears, 2010, 1255 hours.

Magnum 310 Suspension 40kph + Creep gears, 2010, 1480 hours.

Magnum 340 Suspension 50kph. weights, 2011, 436 hours.

Magnum 340 Suspension 50kph. weights, 2011, 507 hours.

Magnum 340 Suspension 40kph. weights, 710/70 x 42 tyres.

NEW Magnum 340 Suspension 40kph. Accuguide ready.

Puma 140 MC, 2010, 553 hours, Pro 300 Screen, 3 spd.pto.

Puma 140 Semi Powershift, 2011, 570 hours, 40kph.

Puma 140 Powershift, suspension, 2010, 700 hours, 40kph.

Puma 155 MC 2009, 3370 hours, 50kph. trailer air brakes.

Puma New type MultiController, 2010, 1635 hours.

Puma 155 Front Linkage& PTO. 2009, 2611 hours, Powershift.

Puma 160EP Tier4, 20111, 1317 hours, Full Powershift 50kph.

Puma 165 Suspension 50kph. trailer air brakes, 2010, 715 hours.

Puma 165 MC 40kph. Suspension, trailer air brakes, 3235 hours, 2008.

Puma 165 + Quicke Q75 Soft ride loader, 2010, 2086 hours.

Puma 195 MultiController, 2008, 976 hours, AFS Pro 200 screen.

Puma 210 MultiController, 50kph. 2010, 585 hours, 650/65 x 42 tyres.

Puma 210 F/Linkage, 50kph. 2010, 4183 hours, 620/70 x 42 tyres.

Puma CVX 160 Suspension 50kph. trailer air brakes, 2012, 272 hours.

Puma CVX 165 F/Linkage, 50kph. 2010, 1800 hours, 580/70 x 42 tyres.

Puma CVX 165 F/Linkage, 50kph. 2010, 3168 hours, 710/60 x 42 tyres.

Puma CVX 180 F/Linkage, 50kph. 2010, 2357 hours, 580/70 x 42 tyres.

Puma CVX 225 F/Linkage, trailer air brakes, 2010, 785 hours.

NEW Quantum 65c 4wd. CaseIH Finance Package.

NEW Quantum 75c 4wd. CaseIH Finance Package.

NEW JXU85 Synchro Shuttle 4wd. 40kph. 16.9 x 34 tyres, CaseIH Finance Package.

NEW JXU105 4wd 24x24 Power Shuttle & PowerShift, 540/1000 pto.

16.9 x 34 tyres, air seat, air conditioned cab, twin assistor rams, front mudguards & weights. CaseIH Finance Package.

NEW JXU115 4wd 24x24 Power Shuttle & PowerShift, 540/1000 pto.

600/65 x 34 tyres, air seat, air conditioned cab, twin assistor rams, front mudguards & weights. CaseIH Finance Package.

NEW Maxxum 120 Suspension, boosts to 154hp. 40kph Eco. NEW Maxxum 125 Suspension, boosts to 165hp. 40kph.

Ford / New Holland TC27 compact c/w loader, roll bar, 2002, 1630 hours.

TD5050 4wd. 90hp. 2009, 1134 hours, 16.9 x 34 tyres.

TD75 4wd. 2003, 4238 hours, air cond.cab, 12x12 Shuttle.

TL80 two wheel drive, 12x12 Shuttle, 2002, 5190 hours, weights.

TL90 4wd Power Shuttle, 2003, 5260 hours, 16.9 x 34 tyres.

TL90 4wd 20x12 Creep gearbox, Front Linkage, 2006, 4663 hours.

TL100 4wd 24x24 PowerShuttle, 2008, 2967 hours, Front Linkage.

TSA100 4wd. 40kph. Row Crop Wheels, 2007, 3845 hours.

TM140 Range Command, 2006, 2644 hours, 40kph. weights.

TM175 Suspension Powershift 40kph 2005, 5900 hours.

T6010 4wd 24x24 PowerShuttle, 2008, 1845 hours, air cond.cab.

T7040 Power Command, 2008, 5800 hours, 50kph & Creep, F/Linkage.

T7070 CVT Auto Command, 2009, 1835 hours, trailer air brakes.

Massey Ferguson 240 two wheel drive, 2400 hours, trailer hitch.

365 two wheel drive, 880 loader, 8 speed gearbox, 3620 hours.

372 4wd on Turf tyres, 12x12 gearbox, ex Council, 3950 hours.

4455 on Turf tyres, 2005, 3534 hours, air cond.cab, 12x12 Shuttle.

6455 Dyna 6, Front Linkage, 2006, 823 hours, 100hp.

6490 Dyna 6 Suspension, weights, 2008, 2696 hours, 170hp.

John Deere 5620 PowerQuad 4wd. 2007, 1430 hours, Front Linkage & PTO. 6320 Front Linkage, 2004, 4320 hours, 18.4 x 38 tyres.

6420s PowerQuad 40kph. 2005, 3100 hours, air cond.cab.

7530 TLS PowerQuad Premium 50kph. 2007, 1930 hours.

Other Makes McCormick CX100 4wd. 40kph. air cond. 2001, 6227 hours.

McCormick MC100 c/w Quicke loader, 2002, 5800 hours.

Claas Ares 826RZ, F/Linkage, 2006, 2347 hours, 20.8 x 38 tyres.

Deutz Agrotron M620 Suspension 50kph + Creep, 166hp.

Fendt 307 Farmer, F/Linkage & PTO. 40kph. 16.9 x 34 tyres.

Kubota B1610 4wd c/w loader/bucket, 2006, 368 hours.

Kubota ME9000 4wd. 2005, only 200 hours, Turf tyres.

Kubota ME5700 4wd c/w Quicke loader, 2004, only 1516 hours.

Renault Ceres 436RX c/w loader, Shuttle gearbox, 2003.

Steyr 9094 4wd. 3563 hours, 95hp. 4 speed pto.

Steyr 970 c/w Quicke loader, 2615 hours.

Zetor 7211 two wheel drive, one owner very smart, 4150 hours.

Valtra M150 Suspension 40kph. 1810 hours, F/Linkage.

Same 80 Explorer c/w Chillton loader, 4873 hours.

Excavators & Diggers Hitachi Zaxis 210, 2010, 940 hours, reversing camera, piped, quick hitch.

Case CX130, 2010, ex Environment Agency, 6200 hours, piped for breaker.

JCB 8035 ZTS. 2007, 1985 hours, breaker pipes, rubber tracks.

JCB 8035 ZTS. 2007, 1750 hours, breaker pipes, rubber tracks.

JCB 411HT Shovel, ex Water Authority, genuine 930 hours, 2006.

Lewis Tractor Digger Loader, based on Ford 28hp Ford compact, 1750 hours.

Telescopic Handlers Merlo 40.7 Farmer, 2010, 1400 hours, 140hp. air cond. trailer hitch.

JCB 526 - 56 Agri Powershift, 2009, 2500 hours, air cond.cab.

JCB 528 - 70 Ex Water Authority, year 200, 2156 hours.

JCB 535 -95 PowerShift, 2008, 1225, air cond. cab.

JCB 310s, 145hp. 2010, JCB engine, pallet tines, hyd quick fit.

Manitou MLT 634-120 LSU Turbo, 2008, hyd.latching.

Manitou M26 - 4 Masted forklift, 2001, 3022 hours.

Manitou BT420 Buggiescopic, choice of three.

Hedgecutters & Mowers Bomford B458 Trimaster, 1.2m head, cable control, linkage mounted.

McConnel PA500 Righthand cut, 1.2m head, linkage mounted, proportional controls.

McConnel PA52e Hy Reach, 1.5m head, proportional controls, 2005, linkage mounted.

McConnel PA5455 linkage mounted, XTC controls, 1.2m head.

McConnel PA6570T Revolution Controls, EDS. linkage mounted, 1.5m head.

McConnel PA6570T Revolution Controls, EDS. linkage mounted, hydraulic roller.

Bomford Condor flail mower, 2004, flap kit and roller.

Stripe E220 flail mower, 2009, cuts vertically & horizontally.

McConnel PT270 linkage mounted topper.

McConnel Merlin Extreme 2500 flail mower.

Kuhn 5 furrow MultiMaster plough.

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Coventry University student designs a tablet computer for farmers out in the field A student from Coventry University has developed a high-tech tool which he believes will improve farmers’ productivity out in the field. roduct Design undergraduate Jan Soukenka looked at technological aids deployed in farming for his end of year Degree Show project at Coventry School of Art and Design. As a result of his findings and seeing potential limits with current technologies, Jan has designed a rugged, portable tablet computer - entitled the AGRONOM - to help farmers carry out machinery-based field tasks with greater precision and efficiency. The device was on public display at the Industrial Design exhibition in Coventry during the Degree Show earlier this month.

The 22 year old from King’s Lynn in Norfolk but now living in Nottingham worked closely with industry professionals during the product’s development. As part of his project on maximising efficiency in arable agriculture Jan visited famers in Essex, Derbyshire and Northamptonshire to get an insight into their working practices and to study the agricultural technology available to them.

While carrying out his research, Jan noted how farm data management software used for inputting data, providing navigation guidance, controlling implements and so on was run across several hardware devices.

Identifying a potential gap in the market for a single, multifunctional device which could run all of these software programmes simultaneously, Jan got to work on developing his product.

Jan’s tablet computer eliminates the need for separate controls by integrating different functions and commands into one compact, mobile device, which can be easily transferred between vehicles thus saving time and effort. With the software all stored in one place– rather than being loaded across several pieces of hardware - it’s also more efficient and secure.

Jan, who hopes to canvass industry interest by taking his design concept to Agro Tech trade shows, said: “Sustainable agriculture is one of Coventry University’s key research areas and, amidst growing concerns around food security and supplies, much of the work being undertaken in this area is around improving efficiency in farming methods.

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designers have a role to play.

Farmers are keen and valuable clients for us but they feel somewhat overlooked by an industry that is very "socialconsumer" focused so as designers I think we need to put more effort into producing valuable products which will help them work more effectively.

“Organising and managing farm data during busy working days is often a hassle because of the different hardware required to run the systems. It’s a time-consuming process to move equipment between vehicles and to programme different devices so inevitably farmers sometimes have to compromise and that can be detrimental in terms of productivity.

“The AGRONOM tablet is designed to overcome this problem by enabling farmers to conveniently monitor and reduce inputs whilst increasing outputs throughout the working day.

Ultimately this could lead to today’s fuel powered tractors becoming more sustainable in the long-term with farmers achieving higher crop yields in return.”

The Industrial Design exhibition ran from Saturday 1 June to Thursday 6 June in the Maurice Foss building on Coventry University’s city centre campus.

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Schmallenberg vaccine Eradicating bovine TB As the open season for shooting badgers begins, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is reiterating its support for the planned badger cull pilots as part of the overall bovine TB eradication strategy in England.

NSA delighted Schmallenberg vaccine will be available this summer. he National Sheep Association (NSA) is delighted the Veterinary Medicine Directorate (VMD) has granted a licence for MSD Animal Health’s Schmallenberg vaccine, giving sheep farmers the option to vaccinate their stock this summer, ahead of the high-risk mating season.

Phil Stocker, NSA Chief Executive, says: “NSA called for a vaccine some time ago and we are absolutely delighted both MSD Animal Health and VMD acted as quickly as possible in the development and licensing processes, while also ensuring rigorous safety checks.

“We are particularly pleased the vaccine licence indicates sheep need just one jab, as this avoids the expense, stress and inconvenience of having to gather and inject sheep twice. The work done by both parties to provide and corroborate evidence for this is hugely appreciated by the sheep sector, along with the commitment to move rapidly in getting this product to market.

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lthough the shooting of badgers is not expected to start until later in the season the BVA is responding to activity amongst those who oppose the cull and appealing to them to allow the necessary scientific work to take place unhindered in the two pilot cull areas.

The BVA pointed to the evidence base behind the policy – data from the Randomised Badger Culling Trials (RBCTs) – which shows that bovine TB in cattle can be reduced by around 16% in areas where a targeted, humane badger cull has taken place. The pilot culls will use different culling methods to the RBCTs and are therefore being monitored by the Independent Expert Panel made up of experts in veterinary pathology, animal welfare physiology, wildlife ecology, badger behaviour, wildlife management, ecological theory, statistics, and marksmanship.

Commenting, Peter Jones, President of the BVA, said:

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“The decision about whether to vaccinate or not will be down to each individual farmer, their business model, infection history, lambing pattern and location. NSA urges farmers to talk to their vet in advance of tupping, so that if vaccination is seen as the best route, there is enough time to implement a programme and fully protect stock.

“NSA is also committed to providing independent information to ensure producers know the key points to consider when deciding what to do in their situation. We are looking to provide this support to the sheep sector as soon as we can.”

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“We have not taken the decision to support the pilot badger culls lightly; we have considered all of the scientific evidence, which supports the management of bovine TB in badgers in order to reduce the incidence of the disease in cattle.

“We accept that there is a gap in our knowledge, which is whether controlled shooting can deliver a badger cull humanely and safely, and to the same degree of effectiveness as cage trapping and shooting. That is what the pilots are designed to address and why is it important that they are allowed to go ahead unhindered.

“We understand that this is a highly emotional issue but we must be able to gather the evidence to enable future policy decisions to be based on science.”

What do you think about the culling policy? Write to us (address on contents page) or email letters@farmingmonthly.com

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The Livestock Event: for timely business Whatever the weather, make sure you mark out Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 July in your diary to attend the Livestock Event, held at The NEC. his year’s event featuring over 450 exhibitors will enable all farmers to gain the latest technical and financial advice and make more timely business decisions, all in one place on one day.

“I may be busy on the farm that week, but I’m always busy,” says Ian Macalpine, chairman of RABDF, the event organiser.

However I will still be going as I know that attending the Livestock Event is going to be time very well spent. It’s going to provide me with that one opportunity of the year to talk to all of the supply trade, place orders, pick up the best advice possible to get my farming business back on track after one of the most challenging 12 months, and start planning ahead for next year.

“While the rescheduled event coincides with the former Royal Show week in the calendar, it has a completely different offering, to the other major agricultural shows.

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The Livestock Event has no fashion, food or gift shops, as 100% of the stands are to do with the business of farming, it’s nearly all indoors and it’s all on hard standing. The event also comes with the added bonus of being a good day out away from the farm; it generates a great atmosphere for catching up with friends and acquaintances within the industry,” says Mr Macalpine who farms a 250 cow pedigree Jersey herd in Lancashire.

This year’s event features 440 trade stands offering products and advice for dairy farmers, 300 for beef and 260 for sheep producers.

In addition, these stands will be offering timely advice on feeding, health, housing, breeding strategies and general management New features for this year include • National Dairy Show, 240 cows, seven different breeds • National Charolais Show, 80 performance recorded cattle

• Forage Field, a practical demonstration designed to enable farmers to make more from grass • Machinery Hall, the largest single span building dedicated to agricultural machinery in the UK Plus the popular • Mixer wagon demonstrations • Foot trimming demonstrations • 50 short seminar sessions to choose from each day featuring • Business debates • Farm Health Planning seminars • Feed Science Forums • Careers in Agriculture presentations to help guide students towards the wide range of employment opportunities available in this industry Tickets and travel arrangements • Tickets: pre-book on line and take advantage of discounted rates. www.livestockevent.co.uk • Travel: choose from the following: By train or plane: 10 to 15 minutes walk from Birmingham

International railway station and airport By car: straight off the M6 or M42 to free parking.

By coach: RABDF supported by the Livestock Auctioneers Association, is offering free coach travel from 20 departure points located at auction marts across Britain on purchase of an online ticket for £20, the same as gate price; see www.livestockevent.co.uk/booktickets

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Even more on offer at Livestock Engage and learn at the event by participating in the Business Debates, Feed Science Forums and Careers presentations. he Livestock Event Business Debates focusing on some of the hottest topics and relevant issues impacting on farming businesses within the livestock sector will be held at the event. The line up includes FFA’s David Handley speaking on Thursday 4th July.

Managed by the Institute of Agricultural Management (IAgrM) and developed by event organiser, RABDF, the scheduled debates include how to handle dairy supply chain relationships, how to manage your bank manager, how to maximise the dairy sector’s competitive advantage, how to acquire new skills and how to deal with scaling up your enterprise.

The Business Debates will be staged in their own open discussion area with visitor seating, enclosed by glass panels.

Visitors will be encouraged to participate in the sessions using voting keypads, one of which includes the results of the IAgrM’s Farm Manager Survey.

RABDF chief executive comments: Nick Everington.

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which last year proved to be hugely popular. This year’s line-up of topics are designed to provide all livestock farmers with take home ideas and information which respond to some of the latest opportunities and issues and help facilitate their decision making.”

Careers In Agriculture Searching for a new career in agriculture? The Livestock Event will offer some fresh ideas in a new feature dedicated to employment opportunities.

Careers in Agriculture will feature a series of 11 presentations entitled ‘a day in the life of’ to help guide visitors, and in particular students, on the wide range of jobs within the sector, from herd manager to agricultural bank manager, and agricultural engineer to nutritionist. A further two sessions will focus on use of social media to get a job and the CV, the dos and don’ts. Two separate clinics will offer visitors one to one advice on how to brush up on their CV and how to put together a business plan.

“The livestock sector offers huge opportunities not only for the current, but the next generation,”

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comments Nick Everington, chief executive of the event organiser, the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers. “Careers in Agriculture is a new feature for the event which is designed to enable visitors to find out more about the skills and resources required, together with the dedication, enthusiasm and tenacity that is essential for success in the agricultural sector.”

The Feed Science Forums The Feed Science Forums are a series of seminars designed to offer practical science based advice to all farmers, as well as consultants and feed advisors.

Staged by RABDF and the British Society of Animal Science, presentations will be delivered throughout the two days by some of the UK’s leading nutritionists and technical specialists. Six subject areas will be covered including balancing metabolism in modern dairy cows, how to practically apply DCAB, frequency of calf rearing and its impact on performance, together with a fresh look at soil, and quality silage making.

The Feed Science Forums will

be staged in their own open discussion area with visitor seating, enclosed by glass panels.

Visitors will be encouraged to participate in the sessions using voting keypads. Selected presentations in the Forums qualify for DairyPro scheme points for professional development.

BSAS’s Mike Steele commented: “Once again, we are pleased to be working with RABDF on the Feed Science Forums with speakers who are experts in their fields. After one of the most challenging 12 months, farmers will find they will offer really useful advice and simple ‘take home messages’ on some of the latest research findings which can be used, in discussion with their advisors, to take a fresh look at improving feed efficiency and subsequent farm profitability. The Forums also provide an opportunity for scientists and farmers to talk so they can work together to solve some of the challenges facing the livestock industry.”

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ADF Receive a Queen’s NVZ headaches?

Award for Enterprise in Innovation

Do you fall into one of these camps?....

I’ve just come out of the NVZ – What do I do?

I’ve just gone into the NVZ – What about my situation?

And what about me – I’m half in and half out!

Well, we can help...

ADF Milking Limited are celebrating being named as winners of a Queen’s Award for Enterprise - the UK’s highest accolade for business success.

DF received the prestigious award for outstanding Innovation for the revolutionary Automatic Dipping and Flushing system, a patented in-cluster mechanism for use in milking parlours, increasing milking routine efficiency and improvement of cow health.

“ADF has a genuinely unique and innovative product that automatically protects cows’ teats immediately after milking and ensures that each cow is milked with clean equipment. All at ADF have worked with passion to achieve an outstanding product offering and our business has flourished as a result. To be singled out to receive this fantastic

housands of farms are affected by the proposed changes – which are not yet enacted, by the way. Some people now find they are completely out, some are partly out, and yet others will soon be wrestling with their new obligations. Watercourses are constantly monitored and the changing data over time means that previous risks can be downgraded. So farms come out.

Yet others go the other way, they’re going to go in and the future now involves more paperwork and more restrictions.

So what if you have come out?

If you have slurry you need to comply with the CoGAP recommendations of FOUR months slurry storage. You also still need to produce and maintain a Manure Management Plan showing the risks from spreading manures. You are freed from the 170 loading limit for animals on the whole farm, but remember CoGAP recommends an upper limit of 250

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recognition is a first class reward,” says ADF Milking Limited’s CEO Angus Buchanan. “We take great pride in our British base and our local suppliers. To be able to sell both at home and abroad with the ultimate seal of approval will be a considerable boost. We are eternally grateful to all of our customers, especially the “early adopters” who had faith in our award winning cluster to adopt our technology and pave the way for our success.”

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kg/ha N from animal manures.

NMAX no longer applies, but this is a modest problem anyway.

But what if you’re partly in?

Basically, you have to comply on the fields that are IN. It’s as if you have two farms, you need two sets of records, however, if your farm easily complies with the demands of NVZ you can do the paperwork on the assumption that everything is in and save yourself a lot of work. You can’t be cooked for being too good! Many farms have low loadings, no slurry and so on and they are easily compliant, so if you’re partly in it’s no bother to apply the 170 limit on the lot and save messing about.

But – poor you – you’ve just gone in. How bad is it? Well, you know you need 5 months slurry storage (6 months for pigs), you’ll have to suffer NMAX, keep Manure Management Plans and keep the livestock loading under 170 kg/ha.

But it’s not all bad – you have extra time to adjust.

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Sila-Cover 300 proves a great success with Herefordshire farmer. ased near Leominster in Herefordshire, Richard Thomas runs a 300 acre mixed arable and livestock farm with his father and mother.

They farm 340 Welsh Mule, Suffolk cross and Texel cross ewes, and 180 Hereford Cattle.

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The farm currently grows 50 acres of grass silage and 17 acres of maize silage. The silage is mixed and is fed to the cattle with straw added to help bulk out the ration.

After years of using tyres and a traditional black plastic sheet, Mr Thomas opted for two Galebreaker Sila Cover 300 protection sheets, in the 20x10m size and Sila bags

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to hold the sheets in place while on the clamp.

“I was not only impressed with the weight and quality of the product, but the time it took to sheet and cover our pit has been reduced from 4 hours, to 1 hour.

We tested the DM content this year and it was 35% which is up by 3% on last years result. The added weight of the sheet together with gravel bags help to seal the clamp, compact the grass and speed up fermentation, this in turn reduces spoilage”.

“After years of using tyres and a traditional black plastic sheet, Mr Thomas opted for two Galebreaker Sila Cover 300 protection sheets.”

With no tyres on the clamp Mr Thomas also commented that the normal environment for rats is not present this year as there is no stagnant water or effluent on top of or around the clamp.

Livestock Event: Free coaches from auction marts Visitors will be able to travel free of charge to the Livestock Event, to be staged at The NEC, Birmingham on Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 July. vent organiser, the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers supported by the Livestock Auctioneers Association, is offering free coach travel from 18 departure points located at auction marts across Britain on purchase of an online ticket for £20, the same as gate price.

LAA executive secretary, Chris Dodds said: “Auction marts up and down the country, from Wooler to Truro, are pleased to team up with RABDF to offer departure venues for free coach travel to the event.

It’s an offer which provides farmers with the opportunity to visit and enjoy a top class agricultural event, without the worry and cost of trying to arrange their own

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transport, by being picked up and dropped off at their local auction mart.”

RABDF chief executive: Nick Everington added: “After a year of really tough conditions we want to give all livestock farmers the opportunity to enjoy an event that will provide answers to their issues, supply exciting new ideas and inspire them to move forward.

Coach travel saves on expensive diesel allowing some relief cover so farmers can get away for a much needed break with their families and friends.”

For full details of departure points and how to book see www.livestockevent.co.uk/booktickets

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Bunker walls The flexible storage solution from Moore Concrete. oore Concrete will be exhibiting for the 1st time at this years Cereal Event and on display will be Wall Panels and Bunker Walls The Bunker Walls offer a flexible storage solution for grain and feed.

“Their curved shape has been developed to allow the free flow of materials to the very bottom of the silo” Moore Concrete’s Keri McGivern explained.

“They also have a straight portion to the base to allow ease of emptying. The new bunker wall is designed to be portable, allowing farmers to change width of bays in line with their business demands or crop yields. Recesses for fork toes are incorporated in the base. Corner units for the bunker walls are also available.

Significantly, there are no protruding feet unlike conventional “L”Shaped retaining walls and materials can be loaded from one or both sides.”

The specification of the bunker wall units is as follows: • Available in 1.5m (5’), 2.4m (8’), 3.0m (10’) & 3.6m (12’) High • 1.2m (4’)Wide

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Livestock 2013: Mixer wagon demonstrations The popular mixer wagon demonstrations are returning to the Livestock Event to be held on Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 July at The NEC, Birmingham, and organised by the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers. ponsored by John Deere, these demonstrations will provide all visitors with the opportunity to make more informed decision ahead of purchase with seven of the leading makes; BVL, Harry West, J F Stoll, King Feeders, Redrock, Shelbourne Reynolds and Trioliet, and each mixing twice a day identical dairy and beef rations.

Farmers will be able to learn the correct order to load ingredients and the optimum mixing times for each model in order to best present the ration to stock and subsequently maximise feed intakes. A specially constructed viewing platform will help livestock farmers better see the 14 demonstrations each day which are unique to this event.

RABDF chief executive, Nick Everington comments: “The rescheduled event in July allows more time for farmers to check out machinery and equipment in

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advance, place orders and be confident of delivery before autumn sets in. This is a win win situation, with guaranteed delivery times for farmers and suppliers able to invoice machinery in the same year.”

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Farm Health Planning seminars – the joint farmer vet approach Farmers and their vets will be teaming up to address some of the most common issues found among all livestock enterprises in the Farm Health Planning seminars to be staged at the Livestock Event. farmer will introduce each seminar with his vet explaining how they are working together to solve a particular health challenge. Topical issues coming under the microscope for dairy farmers will be fertility – a partnership between management and monitoring, recent changes in understanding lameness, towards a BVD free England, practical use of teat sealants and controlling liver fluke.

The Farm Health Planning (FHP) seminars are being organised by RABDF, the Cattle Health and Welfare Group (CHAWG) and the British Cattle Veterinary Association (BCVA) and staged in an open discussion area with visitor seating, enclosed by glass panels in the Animal Health

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Zone. Visitors will be encouraged to participate in the sessions using voting keypads.

“The combination of farmer and vet on the FHP seminar platform has proved to be a very successful approach,” explains FHP coordinator, Brian Lindsay “To see the genuine partnership approach between cattle farmers and their vets in agreeing and implementing strategies to address the health challenges they were faced with provided an alternative that many farmers have not yet experienced.

While the vet provides the technical aspects of the presentation, what was most valuable was the farmers’ experiences in delivering the strategy and of course the results.”

Firm helps turn potatoes into power Worksop Galvanizing, part of Wedge Group Galvanizing, has galvanized more than 120 tonnes of structural steel used to build an Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plant at St Nicholas Court Farm in Kent. his was part of a renewable energy project that will turn farm and food waste into electricity with the potential to power over a thousand homes.

Robinson Structures Limited and the main contractor Torran Construction Limited have used the steel to build the AD unit, which will convert maize, and potentially grass and damaged potatoes, into electricity. The waste is stored in sealed tanks without any oxygen, where naturally-occurring organisms digest it and release methane-rich biogas, which is used to generate electricity, gas, or heat. The leftover waste can also be used as a fertilizer packed with nitrates and phosphates.

The new AD plant has been constructed alongside an existing array of solar panels at the farm, and will produce around 4.4

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megawatt-hours of electricity per year, enough to power the farm and around 1,200 homes. Paul Robinson, Commercial Manager of Worksop Galvanizing, said: “Galvanizing the steelwork will provide long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion, helping to ensure the longevity of the structure.”

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Redrock Machinery at the Livestock Event 2013 Redrock Machinery will have a major presence at this year’s Livestock Event. aking centre stage will be the company’s Fiber Tech mixer feeder range. These have been designed to meet the specific nutritional requirements of dairy cows, beef cattle and sheep.

At the very heart of these machines is the new Fiber-Tech cutting system.

This new mechanism ensures that all the components of the diet, including straw, are cut to the precise length in order to encourage optimal rumen function.

Redrock Machinery is also offering clients customised nutritional advice in terms of diet formulation, in tandem with a TMR Tracker system. This provides farmers with a total solution in terms of managing feed costs and ensuring optimal performance from the various animals within specific groups.

Redrock will also be exhibiting its range of silage block cutters, all round shear buckets; slurry pumps, slurry tankers and grain/silage trailers.

Significantly, the company is confirming a strong growth in demand for the company’s range

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of slurry tankers and pumps from farmers throughout the UK. The Redrock slurry tanker range is built to the highest quality.

Rolled from 6mm steel, all the tanks are welded both internally and externally and include 4” x 2” channel rings welded inside the tank for extra strength and a longer service life. The Redrock body, wheel arches, supports and draw-bar are designed and manufactured to the most exacting standards to maintain rigidity, reliability and road-worthiness year after year. Models with capacities of 1100 and 1300 gallons are most relevant for the purposes of the Farm Modernisation Programme The Redrock slurry pump has gained a reputation for being strong, reliable and virtually maintenance free across the range. To improve mixing performance the off- set nozzle allows the slurry to be mixed in almost all directions. For varying tank depths, the pump can be adjusted by up to 300mm. The three point linkage “quick attach” allows easy implement connection. No disconnection of the PTO is required when lowering

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the pump into the tank.

Over and above the specification of the original Redrock slurry pump, the super flow mixes faster, agitates further and increases productivity. This has been achieved by pairing a larger capacity gearbox with a unique streamline pipe system, designed to reduce power loss at all stages, therefore increasing overall performance. With a top fill option, an incremental diverter valve enables precise management of the slurry flow, allowing the user to agitate and

top fill simultaneously if required.

Again, no disconnection of the PTO is required when lowering the pump into the tank.

Redrock Machinery will be on Stand MH568at this year’s Livestock Event.

For further information, contact Redrock Machinery on +44 (0)28 3755 2390 Email: info@redrockmachinery.com.

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Ball of Madley Ltd Importers of Red Himalayan Rock Salt. rom their base near Hereford, Ball of Madley Ltd (BoM) have been supplying rock salt to the agricultural industry for over 40 years.

They are now sourcing their salt from mines in the north of Pakistan, in the foot hills of the Himalayers, formed millions of years ago in an ancient seabed.

This natural lump rock salt is red in colour, and has over 70 naturally occurring trace elements.

All the salt is mined and selected by hand, and their partners in Pakistan are UFAS assured. “we have imported salt from more than 10 countries, from Morocco, Spain, Poland and Iran, but the Himalayan red salt is proving very popular and its dark red colour makes it unique.” Says James Ball “ the consistent quality and hardness make the salt a very cost effective mineral supplement” Salt itself, is an essential part of any ruminants diet and is vital to stock health, maintaining body fluid balances, transmitting nerve impulses and the uptake of key nutrients to the blood stream. The

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National Charolais Show launched at Livestock Event 2013 First Charolais show exclusively for Breedplan recording members; £4,500 prize money at stake. he National Charolais Show, the breed society’s first ever event with entries exclusive to Charolais Breedplan recording members and with £4,500 prize money at stake, will take place at the Livestock Event on Wednesday 3 July at The NEC, Birmingham, following the breed society’s Annual General Meeting.

The final of the Charolais Young Breeders’ Stock Judging Awards will take place the following day, Thursday 4 July.

The show, principally sponsored by Weatherbys and Melton Mowbray Market, will include classes for bulls and females born between 1 January 2011 and 31 October 2012 with up to 80 stalls, refundable by the society, available for entries.

Classes will be judged by David Murray, Forfar, Angus, with £250 of prize money up for grabs in each

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added benefit of the Himalayan salt is that it is a full spectrum salt, instead of just getting Sodium and Chloride, your getting a full spectrum of trace elements.

Free access to salt should be allowed for most stock, and because it is self limiting farmers can be sure that animals will not take too much and waste it.

BoM rock salt will be attending the Livestock event at the NEC on 3rd and 4th July.

For more information please call the office on 01981 250301

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class and a total prize fund of £1,000 for the championship classes.

BCCS chairman Alasdair Houston said: “We are pleased to stage our National Charolais Show for the first time at the Livestock Event, the sector’s largest business to business event held at the most easily accessed venue in the UK. Stall booking fees will be refunded by the society for animals that turn up and we’re offering £4,500 prize money, as well as cattle accommodation in the temperature controlled main indoor halls alongside the trade stands. This will be a great opportunity for breeders to showcase their stock and for the breed to reinforce the message that modern British Charolais calve well, grow well, weigh well and pay well.”

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SMP at Livestock Event

Worried about TB?

Third year at show highlights company’s success.

We can help by providing a personalised Farm Biosecurity survey.

fter a two successful years at the Livestock and Dairy Event at the NEC in Birmingham, SMP Concrete Products Ltd continue to gain ground in the agricultural housing sector with their unique range of pre-cast concrete products for both beef and dairy farmers and are looking forward to the opportunity to showcase their products once again at this year’s event.

ith TB spiralling out of control and costing farmers an average of £12,000 for each TB break down and Defra statistics showing how the situation is only getting worse with them failing to act, we are all left with only two choices: to do nothing or to act ourselves.

TB Busters provide a tailor made bio security service that is customized to each individual farmer by doing a full Farm Bio Security survey and suggesting the best ways to reduce the impacts of TB on your agricultural business, be it though Badger proof fencing around your farm yard or badger proofing water tanks and feeders.

After the survey it is up to the farmer if they wish to do the bio security work themselves or if they would prefer our specialist biosecurity team to do the work for them.

We also make the only badger proof mineral bucket stand that has been farm tested and recommended by the South West TB Farm Advisory Service as a badger proof biosecurity measure.

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“ SMP Concrete Products Ltd can be found on stand HS308 at this years event.”

Established in Dungannon, Co. Tyrone in 2001, SMP Concrete Products entered the agricultural precast market with a revolutionary portable cubicle system which has been developed over the last 12 years to gain it prominence in today’s agri market place.

Over the past number of years the product range has increased to include cattle slats, pre-stressed wall panels, cattle drinkers, slurry channels, feed troughs, the

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concrete ‘feed block’ system and the recent development of a double feed trough.

SMP have developed a unique cubicle bed whereby the entire cubicle steelwork, either for the portable cubicle or adjustable cubicle system can be easily installed and removed from the concrete bed with minimal effort which now holds UK, Irish and European patents.

SMP Concrete Products Ltd can be found on stand HS308 at this years event.

For further information on our products please visit our website at www.smpconcrete.co.uk

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hand but screw into the ground so that they cannot be pushed over by badgers or livestock - stopping the spread of TB through mineral buckets which is one of the most common ways that TB is spread.

More test information is at http://www.southwesttbadvice.co.uk/biosecurity/bictoncollege-biosecurity-project For more information visit us at: www.tbbusters.co.uk Email : tbbusters@yahoo.co.uk or call Alan J Hughes: 07890325264

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AgriPlastics Group Hutch Our ability is your herd’s mobility This years Dairy Event will be the 1st official showing in U.K. of the new AgriPlastics Group Hutch, which is solely distributed by Teemore Engineering. griPlastics is a Canadian company producing mainly innovative calf housing equipment for almost 20 years. The company is proud that the owners where Dairy Farmers and are always thinking of new features and way to continually improve their product.

The rear bedding door is a patented system which makes bedding simple and safe for farmers and the possibility of using machines for bedding (see group hutch video). The rear door allows ease and safe of access for the farmer to inspect the calves. The rear doors also have built in ventilation appature which can be adjusted according to the climatic conditions maximizing the health and wellbeing of the calves.

Unique also to the AgriPlastics Group Hutch is that the product is complete in one piece and made from AgriPlastics special Engineered Resin. Both these features make the group hutch by far the strongest on the market. It should be noted that the Engineered Resin makes the hutch opaque so there is no rapid

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heating of the hutch in warm weather. Fluctuation of temperature can cause the young calf a lot of stress and result in infection and even death. It should also be noted that the Engineered Resin is 20% more expensive than standard Resin but makes the hutch 50% stronger (see torture test video). Also note that the Group Hutch base is made from an innovative double wall skid, which means there is no need for timber or metal reinforcement, and adds to its strength. This is a complete reinvention in comparison to that of old AgriPlastics group hutch or of that of our competitors.

The last point to note is that the entire Calf Housing range are produced from the special AgriPlastics Engineered Resin and all are competitively priced. This is because of production innovation with low energy and production costs in Canada.

This is why AgriPlastics are know as “The Calf Housing Specialists” For more info contact Ray at Teemore on 028 67748377

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As every farmer, herdsman and hoof trimmer knows, lameness is a big issue in the dairy industry and the loss of milk production and fertility due to this is a major financial concern. ecent studies suggest that the average cost of a lameness case, in terms of treatment, loss of yield and potential shortened productive life, is in the region of £180 per cow.

This could equate to a financial loss of nearly £15,000 for an average sized herd.

Controlling lameness is also a crucial welfare issue that is increasingly included in welfare assurance schemes and milk contracts. However, as we all know, without suitable equipment, hooftrimming is one job that always gets left until it is too late.

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an electric or hydraulic model, we have a crush to suit everyone and every budget.

Ergonomically designed for both cow and operator comfort, together with ease of use for inspecting and treating cows’ feet, HTL crushes encourage prompt treatment and thus reduce the financial burden and stress linked with lameness.

Hooftrimming Ltd. also stock one of the widest ranges of hooftrimming supplies and accessories, so why not come and see us at Livestock 2013 to discuss your requirements further and see our full range of crushes and supplies.

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On Topic An alternative source of protein for animal feed?

Flies: From nuisance to nutrition A new 3 million Euro, EUfunded project, PROteINSECT, is investigating how flies can contribute to the growing demand for protein in animal feed.

ith an increasing global population and a rise in per-capita meat consumption in developing countries, there is a need to investigate alternative sources of protein for use in animal feed.

Europe’s high demand for feed protein is currently largely met though imported soya.

For generations, a variety of insects have been a valuable source of protein for both human consumption and animal feed across continents other than Europe. As consumption habits shift to pork, chicken and fish, insects have the potential to be utilised more effectively as a natural ingredient in high-protein feed.

Although there is growing European interest in insects as a novel source of HUMAN FOOD the PROteINSECT project is focussing solely on the potential use of insects in ANIMAL FEED. The three-year project, launched earlier this year, is being led by scientists at The Food and Environment Research Agency (Fera), located near York. Elaine Fitches, Coordinator of the PROteINSECT global consortium, commented, “The potential of insects as a source of valuable protein has been recognised by scientists at Fera for a number of years. With expertise in entomology and food safety, Fera is ideally placed to lead the evaluation of insects as a sustainable source of protein in animal feed.”

Insects need a feed source themselves, and to avoid competing with other uses, PROteINSECT will focus on the use of waste materials for production of fly larvae.

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Elaine continued: “PROteINSECT is focusing its research efforts on flies not only for their ability to grow rapidly on a range of organic wastes, but also because there is already considerable expertise in countries such as Mali, Ghana and China.

PROteINSECT provides us with the opportunity to work in partnership to exchange and build on existing expertise and improve methods suitable for both local and commercial scale production.

With 3 billion extra mouths to feed by 2050, the need to improve the efficient use of land for protein production and the effective utilisation of waste materials has never been greater. Flies, whilst considered traditionally as a household nuisance, have the potential to become a cost-effective novel source of protein for animal feed.”

The PROteINSECT consortium consists of a diverse group of partners from Europe, Africa and Asia, ranging from feed industry multinationals, research centres and universities, to farmers. Fera in the UK is co-ordinating the project.

Information PROteINSECT combines expertise in insect breeding, animal feed production and food safety together with life cycle analysis. The project will demonstrate the feasibility of the use of insectderived proteins in animal feed through trials with fish, poultry and pigs. It will also evaluate quality and safety along the food chain from insect protein itself, to incorporation into feed and ultimately human consumption of insect-protein-reared livestock. The use of organic waste for insect rearing will be examined.

The Food and Environment Research Agency (Fera) is acting as co-ordinator of the PROteINSECT project. In addition Fera are lead scientists for WP3 (see below) and are also participating in WP1 (Insect Production methods) with focus on housefly (Musca domestica) rearing methodologies. Fera is an Executive Agency of the UK Government’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). Its remit is to provide robust evidence, rigorous analysis and expert professional advice to government, international organisations and the private sector, in order to support and develop a sustainable and secure food chain, a healthy natural environment, and to protect the global community from biological and chemical risks.

WP3 Quality and safety. PROTEinSECT will carry out a comprehensive assessment of the quality and safety of insect derived extracts (both crude and processed) and their suitability for incorporation into animal and fish feed, ensuring that they comply with current regulations that limit undesirable substances in foodstuffs (EC Directive 2002/32).

WP3 will study the nutritional composition (e.g. amino acids, fats), safety (chemical and biological), allergenicity and quality (e.g. taints) of insects and insect protein for dietary use. This WP will also identify other high value products such as vitamins, minerals and chitin as by-products of the protein production process.

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Suzuki GB in partnership with Red Tractor Suzuki GB is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Red Tractor Assurance. he first collaboration is a competition for all visitors to the Red Tractor Assurance stand at various trade shows this summer. Suzuki GB has donated a KingQuad 400 as the prize for the winner.

“There has never been a more important time to support the British farming industry and our work with Red Tractor Assurance is reflective of this. Suzuki is incredibly proud of the new partnership and the provision of the competition prize is the start of the support we hope to provide going forward,” commented Gareth Lumsdaine, ATV Sales and Marketing Manager, Suzuki GB. The Suzuki KingQuad 400 competition prize, with its efficient fuel injection system, twinshock rear suspension, 5-speed manual

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transmission and multi-function digital display, is the perfect tool for any job.

The competition was launched on Wednesday 15th May at Pig and Poultry Live in Stoneleigh and will also be available at the following events: • Beef Expo, Three Counties Show Ground, Malvern – 23rd May • North Sheep, Crimple Head Farm, Beckwithshaw, Harrogate, HG3 1QT – 5th June • South Sheep, Moortown Barton, Knowstone, South Molton, EX36 4RZ – 11th June • Cereals Event, Boothby Graffoe, Nr Lincoln, Lincs – 12/13th June • Livestock Event, NEC Birmingham – 3/4th July

• Bicester Sheep Fair, Thame Showground, Oxon – 2nd August • Bucks County Show, Weedon, Bucks – 29th August • South West Dairy Event, Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet – 2nd October “We are delighted to team up with Suzuki ATV who have kindly donated this fantastic prize which we know farmers will be keen to get their hands on,” said Philippa Wiltshire, Red Tractor Assurance.

For more information on Suzuki ATVs visit www.suzuki-atv.co.uk and to find out more about Red Tractor Assurance visit www.redtractorassurance.org.uk

Farmers to launch banner campaign Farmers are rolling out a nationwide banner campaign next month to encourage the UK public to trust the Red Tractor. he banners signify the launch of the Trust The Tractor campaign, which is being coordinated by Red Tractor Assurance and AHDB. Richard Cattell, Head of Marketing & Communications, Red Tractor Assurance, said: “Now more than ever it’s important to know the food you are buying comes from a trusted source. All products that carry the Red Tractor mark meet responsible production standards and are traceable back to independently inspected farms. It’s the easiest way for consumers to be sure of the provenance of the food they are buying.

“The banner campaign will enable us to tell the British public why it is important to trust the Red Tractor in an eye-catching and memorable way. The banners, however, are just the start; we’ve got a whole raft of high profile aboveand below-the-line marketing activity planned for this year.”

AHDB sector divisions – BPEX, EBLEX and DairyCo – are in the process of identifying potential banner sites across the country.

Hundreds of farmers, representing the pig, poultry, dairy and beef and lamb sectors, are expected to display banners in their fields throughout the summer.

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The 15ft by 4ft banners, which will feature the Trust The Tractor message, will be erected in farmers’ fields adjacent to major transport routes to provide high visibility for the campaign.

The Trust The Tractor banner campaign, by coincidence, will run concurrently with NFU’s own banner blitz, which forms part of its overarching and ongoing #buybritish campaign. It is likely that a number of farmers will display both Trust the Tractor and #buybritish banners in their fields.

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Topical arable issues to the fore at Cereals 2013 Some of the most topical political, business and technical issues that affect the UK’s arable sector will get a thorough and expert airing at this year’s Cereals Event.

he Arable Conference at Cereals, in partnership with the Oxford Farming Conference, will return for the fourth year to host the sort of informative and searching debates for which the traditional New Year OFC Conference has become so well known.

Principal sponsor HSBC will be hosting a series of open forums, including one with Agriculture Minister David Heath.

In addition, a series of technical seminars, new for Cereals 2013, includes four diverse topics likely to provoke lively exchange while providing valuable pointers to help improve technical performance and profits.

Cereals 2013 takes place on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th June at Boothby Graffoe, Lincolnshire.

The Arable Conference The Arable Conference’s latest subject matter and line-up is as strong as ever. "Both content and speakers are in keeping with the OFC's challenging stance of stimulating debate and challenging the industry," says Richard Whitlock, the conference organiser and OFC director.

The first session on Wednesday will investigate whether EU red tape is strangling UK agri-science. It will be particularly timely if, as expected, the Government's announcement of its agri-tech strategy happens just ahead of Cereals 2013, says Mr Whitlock.

"There has been a palpable concern within the industry that EU policy-making is not science-led. The recent restrictions on the use of neonicotinoids highlight this point.

“We are hopeful that the Government's new vision will address this issue along with a roadmap for public-funded investment into R&D.” The panel for this session includes Agriculture Minister David Heath, NFU Deputy President Meurig Raymond, Richard McDonald, Chairman of the Farming Regulation Task Force, and Professor David Harvey of

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Newcastle University.

In the afternoon on Wednesday another expert panel and audience will ask who calls the shots in the grain chain, with a focus on whether wheat claims from last harvest were excessive.

The first session on Thursday will examine what factors influence grain prices in today’s volatile markets. On Thursday afternoon the discussion centres on wheat yields, and why they have plateaued over the past decade (see panel at end for details).

HSBC forums Cereals 2013 principal sponsor HSBC Bank is hosting an open forum with Agriculture Minister David Heath and NFU President Peter Kendall on Wednesday morning “We are delighted that both our guests have agreed to take part,” says Allan Wilkinson, HSBC’s Head of Agriculture. “After they have spoken we will open the floor for questions – anyone attending Cereals is welcome to come along and join in what promises to be a lively debate.”

On both days of the event HSBC Bank’s Head of Economics, Mark Berrisford-Smith, will examine the trends and forecasts for the UK and global economies and the likely effects on UK agriculture.

As part of the bank’s sponsorship of the British & Irish Lions tour to Australia, on both Wednesday and Thursday afternoons the HSBC stand will host two former Lions legends, Dean Richards and Finlay Calder.

Technical seminars Cereals 2013 is hosting a new series of technical seminars on a range of pressing and sometimes controversial agronomy topics.

Each seminar will field several experts and farmers who will engage in an informal and interactive debate with the audience.

“We believe these new technical seminars will not only help inform visitors about some of the most important technical challenges that the sector faces, but also allow the audience to

trade points of view with some of the best brains in the business,” says Event Director Jon Day. The first session on Wednesday morning will examine the likely damage to soils caused by the deluge in 2012, in particular autumn cultivations, and how to correct it. In the afternoon session the rising cost of disease protection in wheat will be aired.

The third session on Thursday morning examines the benefits of GPS and explores the benefits it can offer growers. The final seminar on Thursday will explore the benefits of straw burning to control resistant blackgrass.

Cereals is also well known for being the UK’s leading technical arable event. Over 490 leading companies are expected to attend Cereals 2013, on a par with last year’s recordbreaking event. They will be ready to update around 26,000 visitors on the latest products, from seeds to sprayers, crop varieties to cultivation equipment and fertilisers to finance.

Specialist areas include Crop Plots, Working Demonstrations, Post-Harvest Technology, Business Area, Potatoes and Renewables, while the Sprays and Sprayers will show the latest spraying technology and equipment.

Visitors qualify for 2 NRoSO points and 4 BASIS points for attending either day. An extra 2 NRoSO points and 1 BASIS point are available for visiting the chlorpyrifos Say NO to DRIFT stewardship display on the Dow AgroSciences stand.

Tickets for Cereals 2013 cost £23 each (£19 for students). Visitors can choose either a printed ticket or a new e-ticket, which can either be printed off or kept on a smart phone or tablet ready to be scanned at the event entrance.

Visitor registration will remain open up to and through the first day of Cereals, reducing the need to queue at the box office. Visitors can also buy their ticket on the day.

For further information visit our website at www.cerealsevent.co.uk

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Portable weighing... ...for tri-axle trailers.

Air1 launch new portable tank at Cereals The 2013 Cereals Event will see Yara’s brand of AdBlue, Air1, promoting the launch of an innovative portable tank, that will be on display on Yara stand F707.

riffith Elder’s new 4.0m portable weigh beams have proved a great hit with farmers and contractors with their un-manned weighbridge systems. The new bigger beams combined with new developments in weighbridge electronics has seen the application of wireless technology to apply vehicle tare weights to an unmanned weighbridge from the tractor seat.

With no weighbridge operator and no need for the driver to get out of his seat, this latest development will reduce tipping cycle times at harvest significantly, and eliminate the need for personnel to operate the weighbridge system.

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automatically including the traffic light, large display and printer and can be applied to any one of the portable vehicle weighing systems or multi-axle weighbridges produced by Griffith Elder.

At the heart of the system is the software, designed in-house, that you can pre-program with your vehicle details and tare weights.

The system can accommodate up to 99 different vehicle entries and a key fob devise can be allocated to any one of these vehicle entries.

Its so simple, just present your vehicle in front of the weigh beams, press the fob, complete the weighing sequence and head to the dryer or barn to tip. The system memorises the weights and can print them out when required.

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he portable tank (various sizes available) will run off a 12 or 24 volt battery and will be ideal for farmers to transport on their pickup truck or bowser when taking AdBlue out in the field to their machinery, instead of the Tractor/Combine having to come back to the yard to fill up the AdBlue tank.

A particular innovation involves an option where this tank can self fill from an IBC, which means an IBC pump isn’t required and therefore provides a significant cost saving.

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the 2012 Cereals event, where it received a positive reaction and a lot of attention from visitors, and so we are proud to now be able to officially launch the product on the Yara stand at Cereals 2013.

Having established a market leading position, the Yara Air1 team will also be on hand to discuss all aspects of AdBlue supply and answer any questions you may have.

“ A prototype of this tank was on display on the Velcourt stand at the 2012 Cereals event ”

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| Cereals

Isomatch Inline helps keep you on track The Kverneland Group has introduced IsoMatch InLine to its growing range of in-cab control terminals and systems that feature as part of its precision farming brand, iM Farming. eveloped to work in combination with the Group’s Tellus dual screen display, IsoMatch InLine is a lightbar system that offers steering guidance for those without auto-steering systems.

As an essential in-cab assistant that is placed ahead of the operator for easy viewing, the IsoMatch InLine display shows you which direction you need to steer, and how close you are from the target A-B line using a numerical measurement. The display also incorporates a horizontal row of red, yellow and green LED’s – the sensitivity of LEDs can be adjusted to allow you to accurately follow your A-B line.

The lower part of the display offers an additional row of LEDs to show status of machine sections for spreading and spraying equipment, when being used. All LED’s on the IsoMatch InLine can be dimmed for working at night.

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Mapping system offer Robinson & Hall are offering 10% off their Bespoke Farm Plans. his year at Cereals, Robinson & Hall are promoting an exciting new farm mapping system and offering 10% off bespoke farm plans to all customers.

The main advantage to the new Pear mapping system is that it enables the map to be focussed on your needs and comes with limitless layers which can be turned on and off, such as ELS/HLS Options, Rights Of Way, Land Drainage, Cropping and Tenancies and Licences. Other benefits include: Entire farm on one plan • Ability to overlay Rural Land Register and Land Registry title plans on your land • Ability to view and print plans from your computer • High quality map that can be printed at any scale and on any size paper The result is a bespoke map, with many purposes, catered to your needs.

We aim to provide solutions so that you can spend more time managing your business and our new mapping system is a prime example of this. There are many

Techneat Engineering will be exhibiting on stand 12-L-1232 at Cereals 2013. ereals 2013 will see the latest developments in new Techneat Placement Pro-Air equipment for the precision application of granular fertiliser during drilling. The new technology will make the placement of granular fertiliser directly in or alongside the root zone ready for the growing crop a viable option for many more growers.

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“ Get crops off to a great start in the autumn.”

The Placement Pro-Air uses a cartridge metering mechanism and distribution head to consistently deliver granules to outlets at the seeding units, where nutrients can be placed alongside or beneath the seed according to the agronomic needs. Techneat

Engineering has the capability to develop machines bespoke to most drills, with up to 12-meter units in development for Cereals 2013 and this season’s planting.

“The technique is already well proven by vegetable, maize and specialist crop growers to improve the efficiency of nutrient utilisation and enhance crop growth,” advised Tom Neat. “The Placement Pro-Air gives the same agronomic advantages enjoyed by liquid fertiliser placement, combined with the convenience, availability and reliability of granular products.”

He added that with the increasing trend to sowing oilseed rape at 40 to 50cm row spacing, the direct placement of fertiliser is even more important to improve nutrient uptake and full utilisation to get crops off to a great start in the autumn.

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benefits of having a detailed, customised farm plan, including: • Enhances farm and crop management providing accurate cropping records • Helpful when dealing with the compliance of the Single Payment Scheme, Entry Level Stewardship and Forestry Commission • Enables you to visually interact with contractors • Important when dealing with utilities companies • Powerful communication tool if you are planning on altering the layout of your farm and ensures you make the best decisions • Useful when co-ordinating school and farm visits We are passionate about people and their land and property and have an array of services to cater for our many clients’ needs.

In addition to Rural Property & Business, Planning & Development and Renewable Energy, we offer Residential Sales and Lettings, Property Auctions, Commercial Property and Architecture & Building Surveying services.

See us at Cereals 2013 on stand 9-I-924.

First airing for new granular fertiliser placement

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| Cereals

First Miscanthus seed set to reach the market Reductions in the propagation and establishment costs of high yielding Miscanthus hybrids are about to be achieved by researchers at the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS), Aberystwyth University.

iscanthus, also known as Asian elephant grass, is a ubiquitous Asian grass with some products of breeding and selection having high yields and requiring low inputs. Such products are particularly promising plant for bioenergy development, which is an essential component in finding fossil fuel alternatives.

New seed-based Miscanthus hybrids bred in Texas and Southern Europe with industry partners CERES, Inc are being tested in multiple sites in the UK, Europe and the US this year. The IBERS researchers hope to have pre-commercial seed available for farmers in 2014. Agronomic methods vary according to the local climatic conditions and an agronomy team has been established to take the new seedbased hybrids from research into the market place as fast as possible.

This is the first time that Miscanthus has been introduced into agriculture as a seed sown crop. The reputation of Miscanthus in the UK has been tarnished by high establishment costs, which have caused market uncertainties for investors and the whole bioenergy chain. Thus the innovation of reducing establishment costs is significant.

This is a substantial development for everyone involved in the development of bioenergy supply chains and in particular the farmers who seek to grow energy crops. The aim is to help provide future security of energy supply and carbon mitigation from displacement of fossil fuels, which are contributing to global warming.

IBERS is the leading UK institution in the development of Miscanthus for bioenergy. Dr John Clifton-

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Brown, Researcher and Project leader of the Miscanthus breeding programme at IBERS explains: “Seed production systems developed for perennial ryegrass in Aberystwyth are being applied to Miscanthus to reduce establishment costs and provide scalability. “ The Miscanthus breeding programme is currently funded from the Sustainable Renewable Materials LINK (GIANT LINK 20112016) and includes the following partners CERES, Blankney Estates, E.ON, Biocatalysts, NFU, Julius Krone Institute in Braunschweig and the Universities of Aberdeen and Catania. LINK projects promote collaboration between academic and industry partners in pre-competitive research and bring together key companies and science partners.

This collaborative breeding programme links previous research on Miscanthus at IBERS, funded by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) in 2004-2010 and by Ceres, Inc. an integrated energy crop seed company (from 2007 onwards), to a suite of coordinated research projects funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), ETI, NERC and the EU Framework 7 programme.

IBERS will be showcasing current research in the Miscanthus programme along with Beacon and Quoats at Cereals 2013.

Beacon is a multimillion pound programme aimed at developing the green economy by helping businesses identify new ways of converting crops such as rye grass, oats and Miscanthus into products such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals,

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Growing for a Speciality Welvent Humi-Vent Market

New range of humidification equipment available.

Technology Crops International (TCI) have the largest global footprint of High Erucic Acid Rapeseed (HEAR) crops, with growers Contracted in North America and the UK. aking a ‘Soil to oil, naturally’ approach to HEAR production; whether it is working closely with plant breeders, selecting varieties especially for the UK; or forming long term relationships with oil buyers, Technology Crops are present at every stage of the supply chain.

Growing HEAR with TCI minimises risks. None of the contract area placed by Technology Crops is grown speculatively; all TCI crops are grown on contract and the TCI HEAR Contracts offer a wide range of options, with; multiple uplift periods from harvest onwards; Forward price all or part of their crops to secure an income, and much more.

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mean HIGHER income. With top HEAR varieties, such as Palmedor and Rejane, seed yields in NIAB TAG trials 2012 were higher than the HGCA Recommended Varieties, Compass and Excalibur.

Furthermore, all of the TCI contracts include the FOSFA 26a bonuses for oil, admixture and moisture.

As a result, on average, from 2005 to 2012, Technology Crops’ HEAR growers gained between £50 and £150 per hectare higher income from their HEAR crop than from the equivalent ‘00’ crop.

Technology Crops are actively seeking growers to join our integrated supply chain partnership and sow HEAR for the 2014 harvest.

To find out more contact Nigel Padbury or Mike Porter on: 01376 333888, register at: www.techcrops.com/grower_uk.htm

or: Visit us on stand 8-G-829 at Cereals 2013.

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elvent Ltd, Crop Storage and Ventilation Specialists of Lincoln, are pleased to announce the development of our own range of Humidification equipment. Welvent have designed and built a new portable Humidifier. The unit is a self contained system can work standalone or be part of an existing system.

The Humidifier works by blowing air across a wet humidification pad. The moisture is carried by the air and onto the crops.

The humidifier has its own fan unit so it needs no physical connection to the existing Storage

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installation. A water connection is required to supply the unit and a drain pipe for standing water. The unit can be easily carried by a forklift and placed where it is required. Humi-Vent has a variable control speed fan so airflow can be adjusted to suit the requirements.

The new range of Welvent humidifiers have been designed and tested in house at Welvent.

Welvent Ltd are happy to look at any potential applications and to carry out a site survey to assess potential for installation.

For more details contact: Welvent Ltd 01522 693008 or email: mike@welvent.com

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CENTRAL CROP SPRAYERS LTD Unit B, Sandford Ind. Park, Shropshire SY13 2AN Tel: 01948 840187 Mob. 07850 744335

ACARE SERVICES LTD Norfolks’s Sprayer Specialists, Bunker Hill, Norfolk NR22 6AZ Tel: 01328 820449 www.acareservices.co.uk

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Perry’s big giveaway comes to an end soon Last chance to enter fantastic competition! isit Perry’s at stand 11-J-1125 for your last chance to enter our free competition to win our latest 8.5TPH continuous flow grain drier.

Over 200 entries have been received since the competition’s launch at Lamma show in January. The drier will have all the features of the current Perry range of driers, including: • The very latest 12” full colour touch screen control panel. Even more features have been added since Lamma Show. Featuring auto set up facility for different crops and moisture contents and remote operation of the drier from anywhere via the internet.

• Fully galvanized shutter discharge system.

• Auto moisture control.

• Capacities from 8.5 to 100 TPH Our new driers with the shutter discharge system have been installed on many different sites, including some of the commercial grain stores in the UK. Buy with confidence...

If you are thinking about extending your grain grainstore or replacing a worn out conveyor and want prices and details to help your thinking then go to the Perry website at www.perryofoakley.co.uk and join the other 400 users of Ezi Quote, our online quotation and pricing system, to obtain prices for grain handling equipment, driers and ducting, fitting and valves.

Our website also offers: • An interactive map showing all our

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registered dealers in the UK who can help you with technical advice and installation.

• Second hand machines advertised.

• Technical videos via You tube to offer servicing hints and tips.

• Brochures and all our product information.

• Access to weather data, grain prices, farming news and more.

Perry of Oakley Ltd the UK’s oldest manufacturer of both grain driers and grain handling equipment. Quality, British built equipment for British Farmers. Capacities from

20 to 600tph form farm use to large scale commercial sites.

Further details on all Perry handling equipment and grain driers can be obtained from our website www.perryofoakley.co.uk call 01404 890300 or email sales@ perryofoakley.co.uk *TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY

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New left-hand version of offset flail mower makes road work safer OPICO has introduced a left-hand version of Maschio’s heavy duty offset flail mower – the Giraffona. esigned for medium sized agricultural tractors, the Giraffona has already proven popular as a right-hand offset machine. The new left-hand version will enable drivers to work safely whilst moving in the same direction as the traffic.

OPICO’s James Woolway explains: “The lefthand version of Giraffona joins the existing lefthand Giraffa and provides a safer working environment for the operator by travelling with the flow of the traffic. Both are ideal for grasscutting, and for roadside and hedgerow maintenance.”

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“ We are confident that the new lefthand Giraffona flail mower will prove an attractive version of an already popular model.”

The Giraffona mower is available in three working widths: 2.1m, 2.3m and 2.6m and is suitable for tractors from 120 to 180hp. All sizes have a floating head system and double skin frame which reinforces the main structure of the

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machine. Hammer flails come as standard, with the option of fishtail flails.

Mr Woolway adds: “All Maschio offset flail mowers utilise a hydraulic system allowing the machine to work either directly behind the tractor or to the side. This enables the operator to reach far beyond the tractor profile and also work on vertical or steeply sloping surfaces. We

are confident that the new left-hand Giraffona flail mower will prove an attractive version of an already popular model.”

Prices range from £10,530 + VAT for a 2.1m model, up to £11,190 + VAT for a 2.6m model.

Farmers can visit OPICO on stand 13-L-1329 at Cereals, phone 01778 421111 details of their local Maschio dealer or visit www.opico.co.uk

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New Holland at Cereals 2013 New Holland launches Auto Command™ transmission for T6 and T8 ranges of Tractors and new Roll Belt Baler in the UK at Cereals 2013. ew Holland has chosen the forthcoming Cereals Show at Boothby Graffoe, Lincolnshire to mark the first UK showing of the T6 and T8 ranges of tractors equipped with the industry-leading Auto Command transmission, to add to the existing line up of T7 models. This gives the brand a comprehensive range of tractors with a variable speed transmission from 110 to 230 rated engine horsepower.

Also on display for the first time will be a new Roll Belt baler to add to the current offering of

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round balers and combination wrappers.

As well as the excitement of new products on stand number 10-M-1001, New Holland will also be exhibiting a selection of other hay and forage equipment as well as a CR9090 Combine Harvester on tracks and a selection of other tractors and material handling equipment.

Visitors to the New Holland stand will be able to meet

Product Specialists and learn more from the New Holland team not only about the range of products but also the full array of equipment dedicated to precision farming.

New Holland will also showcase information on the newly unveiled Customer Centre in Basildon, located at its award-winning assembly plant.

For more information, visit www.newholland.com

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| Energy

Morris Corfield & Co Limited Benthall Works, Shropshire TF12 5BB Tel: 01952 881000

Oliver Landpower Limited Home Park Works, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire WD4 8LW Tel: 01923 265211

Craven Arms, Shropshire Tel: 01588 673325

A14 Telford Road, Bicester Oxfordshire OX26 4LD Tel: 01869 329988

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Nigel Quinn (AMS) Limited 89 The Marshes Lane, Mere Brow, Preston Lancashire PR4 6JR Tel/Fax: 01704 822272 Mobile: 07973 519491 www.nigelquinnams.co.uk

Wandon End, Luton, Bedfordshire LU2 8NY Tel: 01582 727111

Wilfred Scruton Limited Maxwell House, Riccall Grange, King Rudding Lane, Riccall, York YO19 6QL Tel: 01757 249799

Brian Robinson Machinery Ltd East Cowton, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 0DX Tel: 01325 378552

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| Cereals

Master Driers: The new generation Last year Master Driers celebrated their 30th anniversary of supplying the UK Agricultural industry with its highly acclaimed range of mobile grain driers. or 2013 we have a new generation of Driers on offer which embraces the technology necessary to help our ‘customers’ meet the demands of modern grain drying.

We are introducing ‘Touch screen controls’ on our fully automated models to make adjustments easier to set and control, which, along with our Mastermatic option and Moisture meter, gives an extra dimension to

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a fully automated grain drying system. Add to this our telephone assist and our ‘3 stage burner’ and you are looking at the leading edge of mobile grain drying.

Our range today covers models from 12-45 tons and features our popular PTO drive or electric drive options along with dust extraction and our 450mm diameter centre auger. All this adds up to a range of Driers that will give you the very best in mobile drying.

We are pleased to be exhibiting at Cereals some of our popular models as well as our new range of wet grain bins.

So come and visit our stand and learn more about our range.

Master Driers the one to watch!

Visit www.masterfarm.co.uk

Yield Pop is making chemical decisions easier Yield Pop has a giant database of every ag chemical registered in the UK. ow basic product information - what active ingredients it contains, its label, and company promotional materials - about most major products is all in one place. And it offers a simple search and filter tool to help farmers and specialists identify the products which work for their pest and problems.

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recommendation engine to help farmers and specialists compare products and select the one which best fits your needs. And it will also provide detailed application information in an easy-to-use format so it can see application rates and tank mix recommendations on the go.

And chemicals are just the start!

To learn more about Yield Pop and how it is making chemical decisions easier, come and visit stand 4-D-439.

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Carrier with large discs Sprayer testing showing This new family member of disc cultivators was created to satisfy the demand from customers mainly in maize growing regions.

Novanna will be introducing to the UK the most accurate sprayer testing equipment available on the market at this year’s Cereals Show - Stand Number 2-N.232.

he larger disc is better at penetrating the often thick layers of crop residues left after maize harvesting. It can also be used in all other heavy residue conditions, or for example when working in large amounts of manure.

The discs are 61 cm in diameter and can be adjusted individually so as to optimise the angle from 10 to18 degrees depending on the type of work. This allows the same precision to be achieved from shallow cultivation down to 15 cm.

It takes around half an hour to adjust all the discs. It is a worthy candidate for both stubble cultivation and secondary cultivation.

The discs are positioned in an X-shape, which neutralises the side forces and ensures that the machine runs straight. The major benefit of this is obtained in hilly conditions and when using RTK guidance systems, where it reduces the overlap capacity and thus saves money.

Another new feature is the sharpened cut-outs of the disc.

prayer testing and inspection is extremely important to both the farming users and manufacturers as the design, construction and maintenance of machinery for pesticide application is recognised to play a significant role in reducing the adverse effects of pesticides on human health and the environment.

Current pesticide application equipment which is already in professional use is subject to the current EU directives requirements for the inspection and maintenance to be carried out on such equipment.

Sprayer testing also makes sound commercial sense. Effective efficient sprayers save money by reducing wastage and make money by facilitating more effective and accurate spray applications.

AAMS Salvarani is at the fore front of spray testing technology.

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This not only ensures exceptional cutting ability, but also keeps the original disc shape even when worn.

As with the normal Carrier, the disc is conically shaped, which means that the work angle can be maintained irrespective of wear or working depth. The shape also crumbles the soil very well.

The machine is available with the Väderstad aggressive steel packer, which consolidates effectively to maximum depth and leaves a smooth surface behind.

The working depth can be easily changed to optimise the work according to the conditions and the machine has few greasing spots. To maintain a long life, all tools working in the soil are mounted with rebounding suspension.

The Carrier XL completes the product range for row crops, adding to the existing families of Tempo, NZA and TopDown.

Carrier XL is available in widths 9.25 and 12.25m.

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Kuhn Farm machinery at Cereals 2013 In addition to the Cultimer L stubble cultivator and the shallower-working Optimer+ minimum tillage range, Kuhn will show it’s 36 metre pneumatic fertiliser spreader at Cereals 2013 in response to increased interest amongst large-scale arable farmers in the machine. uhn will exhibit several significant developments to its minimum tillage range at Cereals 2013 including the Cultimer L stubble cultivator and the shallower-working Optimer+. Having covered these machines in last month’s edition we bring you further news of Kuhn’s new spreading equipment that will also be on show.

36-METRE PNEUMATIC SPREADER Kuhn will show it’s 36 metre pneumatic fertiliser spreader at Cereals 2013 in response to increased interest amongst largescale arable farmers in the machine.

This trailed spreader is now sold widely across Europe, and Kuhn now sees a market developing in the UK. It has a 6,300-litre hopper capacity and, according to the manufacturer, has the capability to operate at 15km/hr whilst spreading at rates up to 250kg/ha of urea, giving it significant advantages in terms of output.

The AGT’s 36-metre boom is constructed of stainless steel and is divided into six sections, each fitted with five spreader plates.

Individual metering units, located along the sides of the chassis, serve each boom section and are powered by their own dedicated hydraulic motor. The individual metering units have their own sensors that record roller speeds and ensure consistent application rates across the full width of the

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Boom height can be adjusted from 1.2 metres above ground level up to 2 metres through a parallelogram-type linkage that incorporates a hydraulic system with a cushioning nitrogen damper, as well as integral automatic hydraulic levelling using sensors similar to those fitted on sprayers. This ensures good boom stability even in windy field conditions, and assists in maintaining high work rates.

The AGT is fully controlled from the tractor cab via buttons on a fixed and dedicated joystick, and has 6 section shut off control as well as half width spreading capability. It has a transport width of 3.0 metres, a loading height of 3.0 metres, and requires a minimum tractor horsepower of

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150-180hp.

The AGT 6036 can be fitted with additional micro granular feed rollers in order to accurately apply rates lower than 35kg/ha. The machine is fully ISOBUS compatible and suitable for integration with precision farming systems.

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| Fencing

Hampton XNET™: Superior fencing with superior strength Two years ago UK based steel wire fencing manufacturer Hampton Steel Ltd brought Hampton XNET™ to market. espite challenges presented by the economy and the weather, sales have gone from strength to strength with export playing a considerable part in this growth.

“It’s been a hectic period since we welcomed local business people and industry professionals through our doors to celebrate the launch of the European first, Hampton XNET™. I won’t say business has always been easy, the weather is a constant lottery, not more so than in the UK, and with floods followed by frozen ground, the last 12 months for fencing contractors has been a real challenge. However, whilst sales in the UK have seen a steady rise across all regions, there has been a surge in not only interest but orders and, more importantly, repeat orders, from overseas distributors. The many months of

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research of potential markets and the best routes to reach those markets is paying dividends. Of course, finding the right partners with whom to work is vital. From the sourcing of our raw materials to the quality of the distributors themselves through to the presentation and delivery of our products to customers, takes time and money to achieve the exacting standards that we expect.

Fortunately we have a great support team at Hampton,” said Peter Matten, Sales Director.

Hampton Steel manufactures a wide range of products suitable for the agricultural and equine sectors including hinge joint fencing, sheep netting, line wires and staples, barbed wire and the superior Hampton XNET™ fencing.

The versatility of Hampton XNET™ is quite staggering, mesh sizes can be as small as 2” x 2” (50mm

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x 50mm) and fence heights are available up to 2.6 metres. A hinged upper or lower section is an easy addition to the manufacturing process and can be angled out to help prevent the access of otters or badgers.

Hampton’s also produce the more labour and cost saving 500 metre ‘Jumbo’ rolls of both hinge joint stock fence and Hampton XNET™.

Hampton’s will be exhibiting at many of the large agricultural shows during June and July including The Royal Cornwall 6th-

8th June, The Royal Highland 20th-23rd June and the Driffield Show 18th July where Hampton are the main sponsors of the fencing competition. Visitors are invited to visit the Hampton stand where they can discuss their specific fencing requirements with a member of the sales team.

You can view Hampton’s entire product range at www.hamptonsteel.co.uk or contact the sales team on 01933 234070

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Biosecurity project at Bicton College

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The South West TB Farm Advisory Service launched earlier in the year a collaborative biosecurity project with Bicton College in Devon.

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he project aim is for research into effective badger proof equipment to reduce the risk of TB spread from badgers to cattle. One of the trials at the moment is the testing of a specialist badger fencing from McVeigh Parker called X™ fence®.

The results so far have been very good and with only three weeks left of the trial, Sophie James from the South West TB Farm Advisory Service is confident that it is highly unlikely that the fence will fail. The video footage so far has showed some very determined badgers having no success at digging under or through the badger X™ fence®.

The installation of the McVeigh Parker X™ fence® around the alpaca enclosure at Bicton College offers protection to the two alpacas at Bicton College, Dougal and Pepper, who regularly have badgers entering their enclosure to use a latrine, which poses a significant disease threat.

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| Security

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ER On-line Valuations powered by LECTURA The service – which is widely recognised, used and respected throughout Europe – is an easy to use, comprehensive, market-linked valuation tool covering all aspects of machinery from agricultural to construction, truck mounted cranes to aerial platforms. Items can be quickly and accurately valued and each valuation can be customised using variations such as hours reading, condition of the item and additional extras.

At your fingers tips • Know how much you should buy or sell an item for.

• Back up your sales price by producing a valuation certificate.

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market sales prices which can be filtered by type, year and country.

Valuation options We offer two valuation packages: • Single Valuation Obtain a purchase or sales price for any item of plant and equipment. Valuation certificates also include full machine specification. Only £15 plus VAT • Unlimited Valuations Additional options include sales analysis and market share data, plus model comparisons and depreciation data for an annual fee.

Call TER for a free 30 day trial.

For more details please either call TER on 01225 494 599, email valuation@ter-europe.org or visit www.ter-europe.org

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Perfect for getting into tight spots. ingspan Titan has launched new ultra-slim versions of its marketleading FuelMaster storage tanks.

The 4000 and 1225 litre slimline FuelMaster tanks offer neat, compact on-site fuel storage for farmers and small businesses.

Their narrow footprint and innovative sleek design means they are less conspicuous than conventional fuel storage tanks, and could be hidden away outof-sight close to farm buildings, improving fuel security. Both tanks come with reversible factory-fitted cabinet doors, giving additional flexibility in terms of where they can be placed.

Further protection to fuel supplies is offered by the tanks lockable cabinets and Watchman tank technology, fitted as standard to all FuelMaster tanks to allow farmers to constantly monitor the

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fuel levels within the tank. Their 10 micron particulate/water filters protect vehicle engines from damage caused by contaminants.

In common with the rest of the FuelMaster range, the new slimline tanks are manufactured to a very high-spec and meet all UK regulatory standards for onsite fuel storage. Manufactured from tough rotationally-moulded plastic the tanks are bunded and come with a Spillstop device to prevent overfilling and spills.

Dispensing is also made easier with the option of adding additional hose lengths which can be stored in the large cabinet, and there is a light inside the hood to help farmers fill up after dark.

“These are high quality tanks, manufactured to the most rigorous standards which provide very flexible, unobtrusive fuel storage solutions for farmers,” says Tony Soper, Kingspan Titan Sales Director,

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The Poacher Catcher Company Providing high tech, low cost security solutions to remote crime. he Poacher Catcher Company continues to support rural communities and businesses by providing security advice and specially designed products. Our products are ideal for use in remote locations as they require no mains power or internet access. These products are powered by long life rechargeable batteries and immediately alert you to an intruder by calling your phone.

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GB. “We know that fuel security is a growing headache for farmers and rural communities, and it may help that these tanks can be tucked away on the farmyard, perhaps behind a barn.

“The tanks can also be fitted with systems to help with fuel management, again to help make life a bit easier. Should a farmer want it, we can fit the tank with a tank monitoring device to allow them to keep an eye on the levels of fuel in the tank either locally or remotely, which means they can order their supplies in good time and not

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risk running out.”

The new FuelMaster slimline tanks will be on display at various agricultural and country shows across Great Britain and Ireland this summer including Cereals 2013 (11–14 June), The Royal Highland Show (19–23 June), The Royal Norfolk Show (25–27 June), and The National Ploughing Championships Ireland (24-26 September).

For more details, or to find out more about the full FuelMaster range (tank sizes 1,225 to 10,000 litres), go to http://www.titanenv.com, or call +44 (0) 28 3836 4444.

“ Product development is key to our business and we respond quickly to new technology.”

We are all aware of the increasing instances of crime.

Rural crime can range from petty trespass to large scale theft of plant equipment and machinery.

Dealing with these sorts of crimes can be varied and expensive, but

our inexpensive, covert products alert you the moment you have an intruder so you can take appropriate action whilst the intruder is still on your property.

Successful prosecutions have been made as a direct result of the award winning Poacher Catcher.

Product development is key to our business and we respond quickly to new technology. We are about to launch an industry leading, remote access camera Poacher Catcher Cam. This will not only call you when you have an intruder but will also immediately send an image direct to your phone.

Please call us if you have concerns over unwanted intruders or to discuss your security requirements.

Contact Anna Stevenson on 07775 602766 or visit www.poachercatcher.co.uk

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| Buildings

RIDBA Farm Buildings Competition RIDBA’s recent farm building competition took into account attractiveness as well as strength and usefulness, explains David Cousins. hould farm buildings just be utilitarian sheds that hold as many cattle, bales, machines or tonnes of wheat at the lowest cost? Or should they try to look attractive and attempt to blend into their surroundings?

Farm building body RIDBA’s new FAB Award Scheme, like the CLA scheme before it, makes it clear that attractive design will become more important as time goes on.

“We deliberately built this into the competition,” says RIDBA National Secretary Tony Hutchinson. “For forty or 50 year , all farm buildings have been the same shape, but the public are becoming less tolerant of ugly farm buildings. The extra cost is perceived as a big issue but often it’s only a matter of using different gables and eaves, or different colours. Or maybe siting the building in a dip, or good landscaping to make it less conspicuous.”

Here is a selection of some of the shortlisted entries.

1. CH Brassington and Son

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(Minshall Construction) * Looks The main aim, says Minshall, was to construct a large building, but one that was not be obtrusive in any way. The client wanted a softer look and one that did not look industrial.

A Cotswolds colour for the blockwork was used, which worked well with the boarding chosen. PVC brown windows were also used so that the building would blend in to its surroundings.

The inside of the building includes an office and a balcony located next to and above the raceway for the cows. White PVC planking gave a softer look, but also offered a functional side in terms of ease of washing down.

The balcony is made from timber to fit with the castle boarding, and galvanised steel for the stairs to match the steelwork in the roof and from the rotary parlour itself. * Functionality The main purpose of the new building was to boost the milk yield and allow the farm to increase the number of cows being milked. Instead of taking 5-6

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hours to milk the cows, this has now been reduced to around three hours, and the farm this can be reduced to around two hours over time.

Milk yields have also risen from 28 litres a cow a day to 30, with further increases to come.

A raceway leading from the existing setup has then been fitted with a backing gate to push the cows into the building at the desired rate. So labour requirement has been cut, as well as the cows’ waiting time.

The building also has three rainwater harvest tanks (totalling 37,000 litres) situated in the rear, collecting the rainwater from the roof, which are then connected to a flood system. At the push of a lever, this allows the holding yard and raceway to be flooded (drains are located along the raceway) and self-clean, allowing a sustainable and labour free method of cleaning this area.

2. Stowell Farms, Wiltshire (Roger Stewart Associates) Stowell Farms’ new 500-cow dairy complex and AD plant used coloured roof sheets, light-faced

blockwork and brick quoins.

Extensive landscaping and timber boarding was used too.

Good amounts of space were allocated for the new 40-point rotary parlour, assembly and dispersal routes for cows and handling facilities, with milk flowing to a 32,000 litre bulk tank. Offices, a mess room, viewing gallery and lecture room were also installed.

Cow housing consists of 402 cubicle places plus straw-bedded yards and pens. The livestock housing involves ample space within cubicles and passages and high neckrail cantilever cubicles Slurry is scraped to slatted gravity-flow channels with a reception pit to the AD plant.

Silage capacity is approx 15,000t in six clamps for cows and AD plant feedstock, A dirty water lagoon with butyl liner gives a capacity of 3,800cu m. Extensive open yards and new highway access with bio-security wheel wash, Silage capacity is for 15,000t with 4m high panels.

3. Pierpoint Farm, Frencham, Surrey (Farmplus Construction) This timber-framed dairy unit,

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| Buildings clad with Eurosix anthracite fibre cement, recently received the Waverley Design Award 2011.

The Waverley Design awards scheme is a promotion by Waverley Borough Council and has encouraged an interest in the quality of all new buildings being constructed in the South East of England. This new dairy unit at the farm was specified by The Countryside Restoration Trust and many features required intensive consideration before construction could take place.

Animal welfare concerns required specific natural ventilation systems at the ridge to be designed by Jim Rogerson of Farmplus. The anthracite colour of

the roof aims to complement the timber cladding on the building.

Functionality The timber framed building has wide, cattle-friendly aisles, spacious stalls with sand bedding and has been designed for the complete operation to be run in as environmentally friendly a way as possible. As well as the cubicles, there are two fully automated Fullwood Merlin robotic milking systems, two calving sheds, loose yards, and an office with large meeting room on site which encourages local school visits.

4. Shatwell Farm, Somerset The new 850sq m cowshed at Shatwell Farm, Hadspen Estate is positioned with its covered feed

New planning rules make best use of underused buildings More relaxed planning measures of benefit to farmers. armers and landowners will no longer need planning permission to convert old farm buildings into offices, and existing offices that are unused can now be converted into housing.

These new planning measures announced by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles on January 24 will help boost rural communities, create jobs and provide badly needed homes for local people.

Stephen Locke, planning consultant with Berrys says farmers and landowners who are often put off developing their redundant farm buildings by the lengthy planning process will welcome the changes.

“This announcement will go a long way to help ease the national housing shortage particularly in the rural areas where often new build is difficult,” said Stephen.

Buildings no longer suitable or needed for agricultural use could be transferred into new growth-boosting ventures that benefit rural areas, such as shops, restaurants, small hotels and leisure facilities and offices, under new permitted development rights.

Town centre buildings will also be able to easily convert to help new shops, business start-ups and community projects keen to set up in high streets.

The new rules will allow a range of buildings to temporarily convert for up to two years and will speed up the process of

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bringing vacated high street buildings back into use.

Communities Secretary Eric Pickles said: “Using previously developed land and buildings will help us promote economic growth, provide more homes and still ensure that we safeguard environmentally protected land.

“We are absolutely determined to support people striving to bring life back to their communities and high streets.”

CLA Midlands regional director Caroline Bedell has welcomed the move: “We have lobbied successive governments for nearly a decade to allow disused barns and other agricultural outbuildings to be eligible for redevelopment under permitted development rights,” she said.

“This is a substantial victory and great news for the rural economy. It means farmers and landowners can use redundant agricultural buildings for new growth-boosting ventures without having to go through the whole planning application process, which can be both difficult and costly. Our members will now be able to consider development projects in the knowledge that they will no longer fail at the first hurdle.”

For advice on the new planning rules or help with building conversions contact your local Berrys office or Stephen Locke at the Shrewsbury office on 01743 267062 or email Stephen.locke@berrybros.com

The overall winner of the FAB AwardsSimpson & Allinson with their Cross Lanes Organic Farm Shop, featuring sheep grazing on the roof!

line forming an open area as part of the ‘valley walk’ route from Hadspen House to the farmyard.

5 Fulling Mill Farm, Haywards Heath, Sussex Safety was just one of the factors that made Mrs EggertHobbs, her husband Max and her father David Hobbs decide to put up the first 45m (RH45) roundhouse building in the UK for their herd of 100 Simmental-cross cows and 200 followers.

The roundhouse at Fulling Mill Farm includes a central handling system and crowd pen, which is accessible by all of the seven pens that surround it. Each pen is designed to hold 18,000kg, which equates to about 30-50 animals,

depending on their size.

There are no gutters and downpipes on the building and water flows to 12 of the external legs by means of a diverter into the fabric. At this point it enters the steelwork of the building and flows through the legs underground where it can be taken by a pipe to a tank and then fed back to the animals as drinking water.

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| Energy

Spectrum Energy Systems to launch Tozzi Nord wind turbine at Cereals 2013 Spectrum Energy Systems, specialists in the supply and installation of solar PV arrays and wind turbines up to 500kW, will be launching a new wind turbine – Tozzi Nord - at Cereals 2013. vailable from Spectrum Energy, the TN535 is manufactured in Italy by Tozzi Nord and is currently the highest output 10kW wind turbine available today.

Thanks to its technological features, output and design, the TN535 possesses an outstanding quality profile, which can be installed at farms, farmhouses, small and medium sized companies.

The turbine is able to produce 37,300 kWh at a wind speed of 5m/s – an ideal performance that guarantees a long-lasting and profitable investment. It is available in single and three phase and comes with a comprehensive warranty and service package.

“The purchase of a wind turbine is a decision that requires extensive knowledge and thorough understanding of realistic goals and achievable returns. By working together, Spectrum can help you develop a successful renewable energy project,” said Paul Scholey,

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Exhibiting at stand number 4-N-454, Spectrum’s Wind, Solar and Engineering specialists will be on hand throughout the show to equip you with the most relevant and up-todate knowledge, support and advice to ensure you find the perfect partner for your renewable energy needs.

The Spectrum team and Tozzi Nord representatives will also be demonstrating the TN535 throughout the two day event and encourage all visitors who are interested in renewables to come along to the stand to see how the turbine operates.

With over 15 years experience in electrical installations, Spectrum’s experience ranges from large scale regeneration projects in the commercial contracts sectors throughout the UK to single 10kW installations in the farming sector.

Back on top..

UK regains global number one spot for investment in offshore wind. enewableUK has welcomed a new study by financial analysts Ernst and Young which places the UK at the very top of the global list of countries in which to invest in offshore wind energy.

Ernst and Young’s Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index places the UK’s offshore wind sector above Germany, which had previously held the top spot but is now in second place. China is third, Belgium fourth and Denmark fifth.

The Environmental Finance Leader at Ernst and Young, Ben Warren, highlighted what he described as the UK’s “huge offshore wind potential”. He said “There has never been a better time to turn the UK into the go-to market for investment in renewable energy in Europe”. However he highlighted the need for the Energy Bill, which is currently going through parliament, to become law as soon as possible to provide clarity for investors.

RenewableUK’s Director of Offshore Renewables, Nick Medic, said: “The UK's offshore wind sector is at number one where it rightly

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belongs. The challenge now is to ensure that it stays there. The proposals in the Energy Bill, and a firm political consensus on the need to develop offshore wind energy, will be the deciding factors.

Working together we can build a sector we are all proud off, leading the world in job creation, clean energy production and billions of pounds of continued investment”.

The UK currently has 3,321 megawatts (MW) of offshore wind energy installed – more than the rest of the world put together, and sufficient to power the equivalent of more than 2 million homes. The world’s largest offshore wind farm, London Array, went fully operational in April.

Next month, RenewableUK’s annual Offshore Wind conference will take place in Manchester; Michael Fallon MP, the recently appointed Energy Minister, will address the wind industry for the first time. The Scottish Energy Minister Fergus Ewing and the Shadow Energy Minister Tom Greatrex will also make a keynote speech. More than 3,000 delegates will attend, with over 150 companies exhibiting.

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WELTEC BIOPOWER constructs 1.8 MW plant in Finland WELTEC BIOPOWER biogas plant construction company from Vechta (Germany) builds a biogas plant in Jeppo (Finland). The company from Lower Saxony is implementing this project jointly with its Finnish project partner, Doranova.

s early as autumn 2013, the plant will produce biomethane refined to natural gas quality, which is suitable for all consumption paths and as such also suitable as fuel for the growing network of Finnish natural gas stations. The modular design of the plant allows for the realisation of the project within a short period of time. In this, components constructed in-house such as the fermenter, pump and agitator technology are put to use; as well as separation and sanitation technologies. They are operated via a control system which WELTEC specifically developed for the optimal interaction of the components.

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“ According to the Association for Foreign Trade, a total of more than 30 biogas plants are in concrete planning in Finland.”

In the construction of the three 4,000 cubic meter sized fermenters and the two receiver containers, WELTEC counted on the tried and tested, e.g. the material being stainless steel. The stainless steel cladding considerably contributes to the quick and safe completion of the plant. With this system, WELTEC can guarantee the same highquality container characteristics world-wide. For the high degree of automation and the precise plant control, the German plant construction company relies on its experience from the construction of the industrial biomethane refineries in Könnern and Arneburg, which were visited by the Finnish investors and operators in advance.

The plant construction company integrated an in-house innovation for the feeding of substrate – the MULTIMix: with this, fibrous input materials such as grass silage, straw or co-substrate are disintegrated.

This way, these normally difficult-to-process substrates can

be decomposed excellently into biogas by the bacteria. Similarly, there is the option for a foreign body separation upstream of the pump and stirring systems of the plant. In this fashion, the new feeding system reduces the stress on the stirring system as well as the wear of the Finnish plant.

Furthermore, the plant operator will, in the future, also be able to flexibly choose input materials and can rely on cheap, but difficult-toprocess substrates.

This advantage was decisive since, in the future, additionally fox and mink excrements from a nearby fur farm are going to be processed. In the initial phase, only wastewater, grass and straw will be used as fermentation substrates. Additionally, manure from a total of three pig sties of a business located a few kilometres away will enter the fermenters via pipelines.

A coordinated manure and fertiliser management assures that after the completion of the fermentation process on the one hand sufficient high quality fertiliser for the farmers of the region is available and will contribute to the nutritional supply of the surrounding fields. On the other hand, the statutory nitrogen limits in the region are adhered to so that the ground water is not overburdened with nitrate.

In energy production, the Finns have to increasingly count on their own resources in order to decrease their dependency on the import of energy carriers. There is a need for this since the trade deficit in 2011 increased by 40 percent compared to the previous year. In comparison to its neighbour, Norway, which is almost completely taking care of its supply via water power generation and can export its raw materials, the Finns do not have access to any substantial oil, gas or coal reserves.

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utilisation is based quite considerably on the enormous supply of wood in the forest-rich country as well as the sufficiently large deposits of peat and the volume of refuse. This biomass richness ensured that in Finland in 2011 the power generation from wood biomass (22 percent) even exceeded that of nuclear power (17 percent). By comparison: only approx. three percent were generated by water power und only 0.1 percent by wind power.

Photovoltaics play next to no role at all in Finland.

Biogas plants are to be expanded, especially in the area of the waste industry. According to

the Association for Foreign Trade, a total of more than 30 biogas plants are in concrete planning in Finland. In this, WELTEC BIOPOWER, the plant construction company from Lower Saxony, can particularly shine through its numerous references from 24 countries, among them the existing waste biogas plants in Finland, as well as its special technologies in the area of waste utilisation. This also was the decisive issue for the Finnish customer to decide for a biogas plant by WELTEC BIOPOWER.

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Anesco gets to work on 5MW potato farm Leading energy efficiency solutions company, Anesco, has started work on one of the UK’s largest ground mounted solar projects – a 5MWp scheme in the New Forest. he solar PV installation, situated within the Cadland Estate at Fawley, will be completed over the next eight weeks and will comprise of 9 kilometres of frames, 5,000 groundscrews and 18,000 solar PV panels.

The 30 acre installation will be capable of generating enough electricity to power 1,000 homes and will operate silently whilst being invisible to the surrounding areas due to its location bordered by mature hedge rows.

The Cadland Estate is currently used for farming wheat, maize and some livestock. The Estate is also used for potato farming and supplies leading food manufacturers including Walkers crisps.

Aldred Drummond, Cadland Estate landowner, said: “It has been a pleasure working with Anesco on this ground-breaking project. As we move forward with a combination of innovative technologies and ways of working, we will be creating a road map for sustainable farming.”

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be fed back into the national grid under the Government’s Feed in Tariff (FiT) scheme, which makes payments for energy produced through renewable sources.

“This is a landmark project for Anesco and we continue to lead the way when it comes to energy efficiency solutions for industry, manufacturing, local authorities and homeowners,” explains Adrian Pike, CEO of Anesco.

“Farming, which I know well having grown up on a farm myself, is an industry which can greatly benefit from a broad range of renewable technologies. Helping to improve the sustainability of farming, from an energy consumption point of view, is vital for the future of the industry and is something that many operators and landowners are now considering.”

He added: “This project is not only helping to reduce emissions but is generating green energy for the local area as well as creating jobs and long term revenue streams.”

The project has been backed by SSE. The

firm’s financial director, Gregor Alexander, explains: “We’re delighted to be working with Anesco to develop one of the largest solar fields in the country. SSE is the UK’s largest generator of renewable energy and we fully support projects such as this.”

Anesco is a national company dedicated to helping homeowners, local authorities and businesses reduce carbon emissions. Anesco provides companies with a comprehensive energy service from audits through to recommendations, installations and capital funding plans.

The firm recently launched a fully funded biomass option, allowing businesses to receive the free supply and installation of an ETA biomass boiler, including fuel storage, delivery systems, performance monitoring and annual services. As well as coming at zero cost, organisations benefit from substantially reduced heating bills of up to 50%, with properties that currently run on oil or LPG based systems reaping the greatest rewards.

For more details visit www.anesco.co.uk

TGC Renewables secures solar success in Somerset Renewable energy developer worked with local community to adapt installation plans and meet critical local sensitivities.

GC Renewables, an independent renewable energy project developer, has secured planning approval for a 3.86MW solar project in Somerset.

As local communities begin to recognise the benefits of solar projects, not only in supporting struggling rural landowners, but also in helping to preserve agrarian landscapes; increasingly, many are taking an active role in the consultation process.

With TGC Renewables’ latest development, the firm worked with the local parish council to modify the routes used by vehicles involved in the construction process, implemented a new traffic management system, and scheduled works to

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avoid clashing with school pick-up times.

Once completed, the solar development will provide the farm in Southwest England with a guaranteed rental income over the next 25 years, and a regular supply of clean electricity direct to the national grid. When fully operational, the project will be capable of powering 1050 Somerset homes.

The 16,000 PV panels will be installed over three adjacent fields on a site comprising 10.5 hectares, south-west of the village of Oake.

“Working with, and recognising the concerns of, local communities is integral to securing large scale solar” said Roy Amner, Planning Director, TGC Renewables. “We’re finding that as we

consistently engage with local residents and stakeholders, that a dialogue emerges and local communities begin to work with, rather than against us, in bringing solar projects to fruition” “In planning for this project we worked with locals to ensure that their journeys would not be disrupted and that the development would have a minimal impact during the construction phase.

Founded in 2006, TGC Renewables is one of the most experienced renewable energy developers in the UK, with retained project planning, finance and development experience.

So far, TGC Renewables has developed and financed 30MW of PV assets, with a 100% success rate.

Biomass tariff cut dampens positive news of consultation on tariff increases Government has made two announcements on the non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI): a degression to the tariff for mid-sized biomass and a new consultation on proposed tariff increases.

ECC has announced that the mid-size biomass heat tariff will be cut by 5% from 1st July, despite the scheme as a whole seriously under-performing.

The Renewable Heat Incentive includes ‘triggers’ which, once breached, lead to a degression in the tariff for new projects. DECC has based these triggers on the deployment it expects for each band of each technology.

REA Chief Executive Gaynor Hartnell said: “The REA has always argued that the market should determine the relative proportions of different renewables contributing to the target, not the Government. Without the aid of a crystal ball, the Government is always going to get it wrong.

Its aim is to control spending, but the end result is market distortion.

“It is not an easy task. The only technologyneutral way of keeping within the spending limit is to let things run their course and close the

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scheme when the money runs out, whilst keeping a close eye on the tariffs to make sure they are correct. The worst outcome is constraining technologies the market wants to develop, particularly if they are the most cost-effective, whilst at the same time missing the overall target.”

REA Head of Policy Paul Thompson said: “With the RHI massively under-performing, it’s deeply frustrating that Government is about to cut the one technology that is actually delivering. This can only undermine confidence in the biomass heat sector, with serious knock-on effects for other renewables.

“There’s no suggestion that biomass tariffs are too high – it’s just that the real world deployment has not matched DECC’s model. They should make their model fit reality rather than the other way round.

“To date, the RHI has paid out less than £12 million. It’s clear that Government should stop

worrying about the risk of over-deployment and start worrying that the policy could fail to deliver by a wide margin.”

DECC has launched a consultation on increasing a range of tariffs in the non-domestic RHI, however, the REA welcomes the publication of a new consultation which proposes an increase to the tariffs for a range of technologies in the non-domestic RHI. REA Head of Policy Paul Thompson said: “We are pleased to see that DECC has responded positively to evidence from industry that a number of tariffs are too low. The increase to the large-scale biomass tariff is particularly welcome – even at the revised tariff it represents unbeatable value for money in terms of carbon savings and renewable energy. We also welcome the intention to use a broader range of evidence when setting tariffs, including direct experience from industry.”

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Zetor is confident about its future producing four tractor ranges and supplying them to markets all around the world. tarting from 77 hp with Major 80 and going up to 137 hp with high-spec Forterra HSX 140 - small or bigger, Zetor tractors sticks to reliable and simple features . In the roomy cabs, simple controls fall readily to hand and simple yet innovative designs and mechanical systems offer the benefits of famous Zetor reliability and lower operating and maintenance costs.

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Open Day 20th April 2013 Newman Enterprises celebrate a successful event.

On the tractor – Peter Shaw Also in the picture Roger and Guy Newman (Partners) Steve Cann (Area Sales Manager) Roger Arnold (Sales Representative)

he sun shone brightly on Newman Enterprises recent Open Day which was well supported by customers both old and new. Of particular interest was the recently opened stores and its vastly expanded range of agricultural sundries, hardware and tools.

Most of Newman’s principal machinery suppliers were in attendance including Landini with a range of Tractors from 40 to 220 hp; Dieci Telehandlers who had 3 models on show including the new Agri Max 65.8 which has a 127 hp engine, maximum lift capacity of 6.5 tonnes and an 8 metre reach.

Other suppliers present included RECO with a variety of equipment ranging from an Ovlac 5 furrow reversible plough to a Jeulin Straw Blower; Vicon with Fertilizer Spreader and Round Baling equipment also Ritchie with a full range of sheep handling equipment, cattle crushes and gates.

There was a large selection of both new and used equipment

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on display including a selection of Slewtic Handling Equipment; Fella Mowers, Tedders and Rakes; Twose Toppers; Marshall Trailers; McHale Square Bale Wrapper and a selection of equipment from various manufacturers for the Compact Tractor user.

Several orders for new equipment were taken on the day and local Diary Farmer Peter Shaw is seen here receiving the keys to his new Landini Mistral 40 Scraper Tractor.

A hog roast and refreshments were provided at lunch time as well as delicious local Ice Cream and a Charity Draw was run throughout the event raising £82 for CLIC Charity.

Roger Arnold the Newman’s Sales Representative said “that it had been a very successful day”. He felt that it had not only shown the Company’s expanding range of goods and services and generally raised the profile of Newman Enterprises, but it had also been a way of giving something back to the local farming community.

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New JD FarmSight dealer services

New Axion 800 Due to be launched later this year for sale in 2014.

John Deere’s newly established FarmSight service packages are now available from participating dealers in the UK and Ireland, and will be featured for the first time in public at Cereals 2013 this month. ustomers may choose from four flexible packages each with three optional service levels, designed to help optimise their machinery and farm operations.

John Deere FarmSight connects equipment, owners, operators, dealers and agricultural consultants using existing AMS GreenStar wireless technology. It aims to enhance productivity and increase business efficiency by sharing information as well as sustainable practices, to help reduce overall input and running costs and therefore improve profitability.

The range of integrated business solutions available includes user-friendly monitors, sensors and wireless networks for machinery, and more detailed agronomic information for better operational decision making. The four service packages are: Uptime Remote monitoring and service support designed to maximise machine uptime and ensure preventive maintenance, and enable faster repairs.

Performance Monitoring of key performance indicators such as fuel consumption on individual machines, in order to maximise efficiency and productivity.

Logistics Monitoring of multiple machines to increase the efficiency of larger fleets, for example by optimising combine and grain trailer logistics during harvest.

Agronomics Help and advice on making more informed business decisions, to improve productivity and profitability.

For example, with the Uptime package, machines equipped with JDLink wireless technology are permanently ‘online’ and can be monitored remotely via the internet on a computer, tablet or smartphone. With the customer’s permission, the dealer can pro-

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actively diagnose and optimise machines, help operators to improve their performance, coordinate fleets during harvesting operations, and use field data for better agronomic analysis and more efficient overall management.

“Remote diagnosis is saving our customers time and increasing their harvesting productivity,” says agricultural service manager Jonathan Hibbert of John Deere’s Midlands dealer Farol. “We check error codes on machines regularly using JDLink Service Advisor Remote. During the last harvest season we noticed the speed reading on a customer’s combine header reel was low. It wasn’t retracting fast enough at the headlands, which was affecting the speed of their harvesting operations, so we sent out a service technician who fixed the reel without the customer even having to call.”

John Deere is the only agricultural equipment manufacturer to design and engineer its own precision farming technology, so all the FarmSight elements are seamlessly integrated to make them easier to use, and customers have the advantage of only having to deal with one supplier.

The new FarmSight dealer service packages can be individually tailored to meet the needs of different customers, and are available in Standard, Premium or Premium Plus levels.

They can provide solutions for whole fleets including competitive equipment, particularly relating to machine guidance, ISOBUS controls and telematics.

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he new AXION 800 range is based upon the higher powered AXION 900 range launched this year and incorporates many of the design and technology features found on that tractor.

Like the AXION 900, the new AXION 800 range features a long wheelbase, with 50/50 front/rear weight distribution and a ‘wasp waist’ front axle design for an increased steering angle and optimum manoeuvrability. The new AXION 800 also uses the new spacious 4-pillar cab design, which is fully suspended and is mounted further forward for greater visibility.

The AXION 800 range will consist of four models with CIS and CEBIS variants, with power outputs from 200hp up to 270hp, so fitting in between the 145 to 184hp ARION 500/600 range and the AXION 900 which ranges in power from 280hp up to 400hp.

The AXION 800 is the first tractor to meet the latest Stage IV (Tier 4f) exhaust emissions regulations. To achieve this, the 6cylinder FPT engine is fitted with a two-stage emissions system consisting of a maintenance free diesel oxidation catalytic converter (DOC/Oxicat) in combination with an SCR catalytic converter.

The 6.7 litre engine features a wide 500 rpm constant power band and 8% more torque that current models, so provides

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increased power at lower revs, and hence reduced fuel consumption, and is also fitted with the VISCTRONIC fan to further save fuel. In addition, the engine can be used at full power at all times without limitation.

As with the larger AXION 900, the new AXION 800 is built around a fully integral frame that incorporates a self-supporting crankcase and embedded sump.

This robust design allows a high capacity front linkage to be fitted without any additional bracing, so maintaining maximum manoeuvrability.

Initially the new AXION 800 will come with a HEXACTIV transmission and a CMATIC variable option will follow in due course. Another new fuel saving development is a patented decoupling function for the front PTO. The AXION 800 also features a new system developed by CLAAS POWER SYSTEMS to completely disengage the front PTO when it is not required, and so save fuel.

Until now, even when the front PTO is not engaged, the gears in the transmission still rotate and so use up power. The new mechanical clutch means that when the front PTO is not required, the entire front PTO transmission can be disconnected from the engine, which will save an additional 0.4 litres of diesel per hour.

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Ready access to the Lely Astronaut robotic milking system brings real added value Shorter box times result in considerably higher production capacity.

ccess to automatic milking systems is a major factor in determining capacity.

In 2010 Lely took a big step forward in improving access when it introduced the Astronaut A4 with I-flow concept. This made the Lely Astronaut the first robotic milking system that allowed the cow to walk straight in and out of the box without any obstacles. This greatly increased the motivation for the cow to be milked. Benchmark analysis from the Lely T4C management program has now shown that this results in increased production capacity. On a farm with 120 cows this can amount to around 150 kg of more milk per day.

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“ Naturally we expect to see good results but these excellent figures make us particularly happy. The I-flow concept means the cow stays with the herd during milking, has more space in the box and becomes accustomed to robotic milking more quickly. It proves that our line of approach, with the cow as key when developing our products, is the correct one.”

To gain a clear picture, Lely compared the

performances of several thousand I-flow Astronaut A4 robots with thousands of earlier robots without the I-flow concept. This resulted in a number of interesting conclusions.

150 kg more production The most striking conclusion is that the box time has been reduced by almost 4% per cow visit. This shorter box time achieved by the Lely Astronaut A4 is mainly achieved by the faster processing time. The processing time consists of the time required for the cow to enter and exit and the time for pre- and post-handling. A shorter processing time therefore has a direct effect on the capacity of the milking robot.

Further analysis of the data shows that, compared to earlier robots without the I-flow concept, the difference in box time with the Iflow achieves no less than seven extra milkings per day (4% less boxtime times 20 hours/day).

On a farm with 120 cows this represents an extra production capacity of 150 kg per day.

Better motivation means considerably more visits to the robot Another striking aspect is that the number of refusals has increased by no less than 31%. In this case a refusal is a positive factor and occurs when a cow wants to be milked but she is refused access by the robot because she has already been milked not long beforehand. This increase is a sign that cows are considerably

more motivated to visit the robot. For the dairy farmer this represents a labour saving. The more cows that present themselves voluntarily for milking means less time having to fetch them.

“Correct line of approach, with the cow as key in product development.”

Niels Havermans, Product Management Director at Lely, is of course pleased with the conclusions: “Naturally we expect to see good results but these excellent figures make us particularly happy. The I-flow concept means the cow stays with the herd during milking, has more space in the box and becomes accustomed to robotic milking more quickly. It proves that our line of approach, with the cow as key when developing our products, is the correct one.”

Contact your local dealer Harold R Johns Ltd Whitelye Farm Catbrook, Nr Chepstow Monmouthshire NP16 6NJ 01291 689278 www.haroldrjohns.com

Robert D Webster Ltd Ostwick Grange Ostwick, Roos Hull HU12 0LH 01964 670224 www.robertdwebster.co.uk

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Chippenham Farm Sales Ltd 1 Middle Lodge Farm Chippenham Pewsham SN15 3QX 01249 651059 www.chippenhamfarmsales.com

LJ & CA Cannings Challow House Farm Main Street, East Challow, Wantage, Oxfordshire OX12 9SR 01235 763103 www.ljcannings.co.uk

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Farmstar Limited - Marr, Doncaster DN5 7AU T: 01302 786786 Market Weighton, York YO43 3GA T: 01430 875900 Brigg, North Lincs DN2 8NF T: 01652 654944 www.farmstar.co.uk Sharnford LtdMonthly - Lutterworth, LE17 5EH 64 |Tractors Farming | June Leicestershire 2013 T: 01455 209300 www.manitou.co.uk

Anker of Coates - Peterborough PE7 2DD T: 01733 840777 Huntingdon PE28 0AE T: 01480 890990 www.ankerofcoates.co.uk Ravenhill - Hereford HR4 9QJ T: 01432 352333 www.ravenhill.co.uk www.farmingmonthly.co.uk

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Total control with Kubota’s new utility vehicles Construction, groundcare and agricultural machinery specialists Kubota has launched a brand new range of compact and high performance all terrain utility vehicles. he new 4WD Kubota RTV400Ci and RTV500 have been designed to offer a powerful, robust and reliable utility vehicle that provides users with exceptional handling and a host of innovative features to maximise control, even in the toughest of conditions.

Adrian Langmead, Kubota’s business development manager, commented: “Utility vehicles are used for a wide range of jobs, from caring for livestock, to shooting or just getting around your property, estate or park for instance. The type of vehicle you choose very much depends on what it is being used for and the type of terrain it needs to get across.

“The new RTV400Ci and RTV500 have been specifically launched to strengthen our range of utility vehicles and ensure we have the right machine for every application. Along with these new compact solutions, our customers also have access to our more powerful RTV900 and RTV1140 ranges.”

The RTV400Ci incorporates a new, high revving 16HP air-cooled, single cylinder petrol engine, along with Kubota’s newly designed CVT Plus (Continuously Variable Transmission) with inertial clutch.

The CVT Plus keeps the vehicle’s double cogged, wide belt drive system tight at all times, resulting in minimal slippage, giving drivers greater response and better durability.

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braking, helping users to maintain total control during ascents and descents with engine assisted deceleration.

Similar in power, the RTV500 features a 15.8HP, two-cylinder petrol engine. However, the RTV500 engine is liquid cooled to ensure reliability and to minimise noise and vibration.

This reduces operator fatigue and increases the efficiency of the vehicle. The machine also includes Kubota’s innovative VHT Plus (variable hydrostatic transmission) system, which further enhances vehicle performance and handling.

Both the RTV400Ci and RTV500 include an electronic fuel injection (EFI) system that not only provides on-demand power and helps optimise acceleration, but also improves the machine’s responsiveness.

Adrian continued: “The EFI system helps to eliminate cold starting issues and manual choke adjustments that can often plague other carbureted utility vehicles that are available on the market from some of our competitors. The key benefits of this include increased reliability and improved engine serviceability.”

The compact nature of the RTV400Ci and RTV500 mean the vehicles have an excellent centre of gravity and equal weight distribution.

All the wheels have robust semi-independent rear suspension systems to compensate for rough terrain and uneven ground.

Operator comfort is further enhanced with ergonomic, well placed controls and a comfortable seat, so the driver and passenger can use the vehicles for extended periods of time without fatigue. Ample and trouble-free legroom also make it easy to get on and off the vehicle.

Other key features of the both the RTV400Ci and RTV500 include a standard frame integrated ROPS and a manually tilting dumping cargo bed that can haul up to 200kg of dirt, gravel or hay for example.

For more information on Kubota and its extensive range of solutions for the construction, groundcare and agriculture sectors visit www.kubota.co.uk or call 01844 268000.

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Suzuki getting ready for Quadzilla hits utility a summer of shows market with new Terrain 500 4x4 With show season now approaching, Suzuki GB is preparing for the busy Summer ahead.

areth Lumsdaine, Suzuki ATV Sales and Marketing Manager said, “The Suzuki team look forward to each show with eager anticipation as it provides the invaluable opportunity to meet customers, show off our hard-working range of Utility ATVs and discuss our current and upcoming promotions.”

Having already attended LAMMA earlier this year, Suzuki's next show will be the NSA Welsh Sheep show on 21st May. This will be the second NSA event Suzuki GB has attended this year with plans to attend more throughout the rest of the year.

Suzuki's full range of practical and comfortable ATVs will also be making repeat appearances at this year’s Royal Highland Show on 20th – 23rd June and the Royal Welsh Show on 22nd – 25th July.

The KingQuad 400 will be one of the ATVs on display at the shows allowing stand visitors to discover its efficient fuel injection

Quadzilla Quads has introduced the Terrain 500 4x4, a powerful and tough 500cc utility specification machine.

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system, twin-shock rear suspension, 5-speed manual or fully automatic transmission and multi-function digital display.

Suzuki is inviting show visitors to join the team on its stand for a tea or coffee and to speak to a representative about the range.

They can also find out more about Suzuki's free workwear kits and Courtesy ATV campaign as well as some new promotional initiatives at the Royal Highland Show.

Watch this space!

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his machine is aimed squarely at the agricultural and land management market sectors, where the retail price of just £3500 plus VAT will prove attractive to those who believe that utility ATV prices have spiralled out of control.

The new Terrain model is based on Quadzilla's highly-successful work and leisure 500ES model, which has gained a reputation for rugged reliability and strong allround performance since it was introduced into the Quadzilla range in 2008.

The 500ES has proved ultrareliable in a wide range of work, leisure and even sporting environments, out-performing many larger capacity, high-cost ATVs across all activities and uses.

Quadzilla saw the 500ES as the ideal basis for developing a more work-focussed machine and set about redesigning and testing a number of areas over an eighteen

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month period in real working conditions here in the UK. The new Terrain features the latest development of Quadzilla's well-proven 500cc, single cylinder, SOHC, liquid-cooled engine, driving though a CVT automatic transmission with selectable 2 and 4 wheel drive with a front wheels diff lock. An all-round independent suspension system maintains traction, control and rider comfort in tough conditions and hydraulic disc brakes make light work of controlling speed.

The specification includes ultratough steel wheels, full-size front and rear racks, full road legal kit including a powerful full lighting system, a tow bar and a front electric winch.

The Terrain is available in red, black or blue from Quadzilla dealers nationwide.

For further information visit www.quadzillaquads.co.uk

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The new BMW X5 BMW is taking the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) even further into the realms of luxury cars with the introduction of the new, third-generation X5.

MW invented the concept of the SAV with the original X5 and is the global market leader in the segment, with more than 1.3 million sales of the previous two models.

The new X5, which goes on sale in the UK from 16 November 2013, delivers major advances in design, luxury, comfort, versatility, efficiency, driving pleasure, safety and connectivity. It will be available with five TwinPower Turbo engines – four diesel and one petrol – a standard eight-speed automatic transmission and the option of two or four-wheel drive (sDrive and xDrive). In the UK it will be offered in SE or M Sport specifications.

More driving enjoyment with even greater efficiency BMW coined the phrase ‘Sports Activity Vehicle’ because it perfectly summarises the character of the X5 – a car with the all-roads, all-weather capabilities and the space and versatility of an SUV, with the driving enjoyment of a BMW. Those qualities are further advanced with the TwinPower

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Turbo engines, standard eightspeed automatic transmission and suspension personalisation options of the new model. At the same time these are accompanied by significant reductions in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions as a result of a raft of EfficientDynamics technologies. All engines already meet the EU6 emissions standard not due to be introduced until September 2014.

In the diesels this is due to a combination of a nitrogen oxide (NOx) absorber catalyst, Selective Catalytic Reduction and a urea (AdBlue) injection which turns the vast majority of NOx in the exhaust stream into harmless nitrogen and water.

The range will initially be made up of the xDrive30d, M50d and xDrive50i, available from November 2013.

The 3.0-litre six-cylinder xDrive30d is 19 per cent more fuel efficient, with economy improved by 7.4mpg and CO2 reduced by 33g/km – despite power and torque increases of 13hp and 20Nm. The M50d, powered by a

three-stage single turbo version of the 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine, is 12 per cent more efficient.

Consumption is reduced by 4.5mpg and CO2 emissions down by 22g/km, while maintaining its high power and torque outputs.

The xDrive50i has a newgeneration 4.4-litre V8 engine now incorporating VALVETRONIC variable valve timing as well as twin turbochargers. Power is improved by 10 per cent (41hp) and there has been a 50Nm

increase in torque, but consumption falls by 20 per cent (4.6mpg) and CO2 emissions have been cut by 50g/km compared with the previous engine.

These three engines will be joined at the end of the year by a four-cylinder diesel – taking advantage of the new X5’s considerably reduced weight and another six-cylinder diesel.

The new BMW X5 goes on sale on 16 November 2013

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Drive away an Amarok from ÂŁ279 a month.* Now with a 140PS engine, best in class cargo area of 2.5m2, and impressive off-road performance thanks to selectable 4MOTIONÂŽ four-wheel drive.

Also available with an optional 180PS engine.

Pop in and ask us for more details.

*Plus VAT and initial rental. Available on contract hire or finance lease terms. Business users only. 6p per mile (plus VAT) charged for mileage travelled in excess of the contracted mileage. Contract hire quotation based on Amarok Startline 2.0 TDI 140PS. Offer based on a 3 + 35 payment profile and 10,000 miles per annum. Further charges may be payable when the vehicle is returned. Indemnities may be required.

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Abridge Van Centre.

JCT600 Van Centre (Hull).

Sinclair Van Centre (Cardiff).

Apple Yard, Langston Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 3TQ. Tel: 0208 045 6006 Search online for Volkswagen vans Abridge.

Saxon Way, Priory Park West, Hessle, East Yorkshire HU13 9PB. Tel: 01482 908 520 Search online for Volkswagen vans JCT600 Hull.

Tyndall Street, Wharf Road East, Cardiff CF10 4BB. Tel: 02921 150 093 Search online for Volkswagen vans Sinclair Cardiff.

Alan Day Van Centre.

JCT600 Van Centre (York).

Vindis Van Centre.

Pinkham Way, North Circular Road, New Southgate, London N11 3UT. Tel: 0208 211 4784 Search online for Volkswagen vans Alan Day.

Centurion Park, Clifton Moor, York, North Yorkshire YO30 4WW. Tel: 0844 412 8292 Search online for Volkswagen vans JCT600 York.

Breeze Van Centre.

Pentraeth Van Centre.

Low Road, St Ives, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE27 5EL. Tel: 01480 731 255 Search online for Volkswagen vans Vindis.

Yarrow Road, Tower Park, Poole, Dorset BH12 4QY Tel: 01202 900 304 Search online for Volkswagen vans Breeze Poole.

Henffordd Garage, Menai Bridge, Anglesey, LL59 5RW. Tel: 01248 208 036 Search online for Volkswagen vans Pentraeth.

Greenhous Volkswagen Van Centre.

Robinsons Van Centre.

Ennerdale Road, Harlescott, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 3TL. Tel: 01743 600 031 Search online for Volkswagen vans Greenhous.

Greenhous Volkswagen Van Centre (Bilston).

Trinity Road, Bilston, Wolverhampton WV14 7EF. Tel: 01902 546 561 Search online for Volkswagen vans Greenhous Bilston.

Heigham Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 4LX. Tel: 01603 396 220 Search online for Volkswagen vans Robinsons.

Sinclair Van Centre (Swansea).

Gorseinon Road, Penllergaer, Gorseinon, Swansea, West Glamorgan SA4 9GW. Tel: 01792 447 578 Search online for Volkswagen vans Sinclair Swansea.

Vindis Van Centre (Northampton).

Gambrel Road, Weedon Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN5 5BB. Tel: 01604 315 852 Search online for Volkswagen vans Northampton.

Volkswagen Van Centre (Peterborough).

Storeys Bar Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE1 5YS. Tel: 01733 615 052 Search online for Volkswagen vans Peterborough.

Wayside Van Centre.

(Milton Keynes).

8 Bilton Road, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Bucks, MK1 1HW. Tel: 01908 990 900 Search online for Volkswagen vans Wayside.

Subject to status. Available to over 18s in the UK only. Available for all Amarok ordered by 30th September 2013 and is not available in conjunction with any other offers.

This offer may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Finance, Freepost VWFS.

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Keeping the walled City of Culture moving Great Wall’s Steed SE has been announced as the official Vehicle Partner to the UK’s City of Culture 2013, Derry~Londonderry. ith more than one million people expected to attend events in the historic walled city in Northern Ireland during the year, the Steeds will be essential for transporting artists and their equipment, as well as media and guests between the many venues and events.

Under the agreement with Culture Company 2013, Great Wall has supplied two co-branded Steed SE pick-ups. The vehicles will be used to facilitate logistics for the many events planned to celebrate Derry~Londonderry’s UK City of Culture status, and as part of the agreement Great Wall will also provide additional vehicles to help carry the load during peak times in the schedule.

Sarah Hughes, Sponsorship Manager for the City of Culture, commented: “This vehicle partnership with Great Wall provides essential support to our logistics operations. From transporting drum kits and amplifiers to marketing materials and key personnel, Great Wall’s Steed SE is the perfect workhorse for our purposes, offering high load and passenger capacity,

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excellent durability and a comfortable ride.”

The Great Wall Steed SE is the UK’s best-value high specification 4x4 double-cab pick-up. With a load capacity of 1,050kg, a spacious cargo bay measuring 138cm x 146cm x 48cm (length, width, depth) and features including a body-coloured hardtop canopy, rear parking sensors and a cargo load-liner, the two fiveseater Steed SE’s are perfectly suited for the challenging job.

“The strategic vehicle partnership with Culture Company 2013 is a fantastic opportunity for Great Wall to work exclusively with the City of Culture and support the many exciting events taking place in Derry~Londonderry,” said Neville Mathews, Managing Director of Great Motor in Ireland. “The demanding schedule will demonstrate the Steed SE’s considerable strengths to the full. With excellent build quality and reliability, copious load capacity, generous equipment levels and excellent fuel economy for its class, the Steed SE will show it is more than equal to the task.”

All Great Wall’s vehicles benefit from the ‘Great Wall Promise’, which includes inflation-proof servicing plans, a six-year antiperforation warranty, three-year paint warranty, three-year roadside assistance and free service pickup and drop-off. Great Wall recently announced an extended six-year/125,000 mile warranty* on all Steeds purchased in the UK, underlining the company’s confidence in the Steed.

Great Wall’s Steed SE offers high specification with unrivalled value, with a purchase price of just £15,998 (CVOTR). All Steeds feature Great Wall’s 2.0-litre 16valve turbocharged diesel

powerplant that delivers classleading fuel economy, making it one of the most economical pickups currently available on the UK market (30.1 mpg urban; 37.7mpg extra urban; 34.0 mpg combined), as well as a low-range gearbox and an ‘on-demand’ four-wheeldrive system that can be selected by the driver when the terrain becomes challenging.

For further details on the full Great Wall range please visit www.greatwallmotor.co.uk.

To find out more about what’s happening during Derry~Londonderry 2013 UK City of Culture, please visit www.cityofculture2013.com

Vauxhall strengthens its Mokka mix The new 1.4-litre Turbo (140PS) petrol is now available to order in front-wheel drive, after being only initially available as an all-wheel drive manual. ith six-speed manual transmission (optional automatic also available) and Start/Stop, fuel consumption is just 47.1mpg combined, emitting only 139g/km CO2. It accelerates from 0-62mph in 9.9 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 120mph.

Moving inside, the Mokka gains optional, state-ofthe-art infotainment

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systems CD 600 and Navi 950.

Intuitive and easy-to-use, the new systems feature a high-resolution, 7-inch colour display, where the image from the optional rear camera is also displayed.

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mobile and audio streaming is also available. The Navi 950 comes standard with comprehensive Europe-wide mapping and can be updated by simple download via the USB port.

Also new to the Mokka range is a new, bold and eye-catching Orange Rock metallic exterior paint colour and optional 19-inch five-spoke

alloy wheels.

“We are delighted to make the popular Mokka even more appealing with new powertrains and high-end infotainment units,” said Stuart Harris, Vauxhall’s Head of Carline Brand.

Prices for the new Mokka frontwheel drive model with the 1.4-litre Turbo petrol engine start at £16,719 on-the-road.

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Auto Services Perth Ltd Perthshire Tel: 01738 210000 www.autoservicesperthltd.co.uk

David Cook Motors Lancashire Tel: 0161 624 1441 www.davidcookmotors.co.uk

NMG 4x4 Centre Norfolk Tel: 01603 401044 www.nmg-uk.com

Brenwood Motor Co Fife Tel: 01592 655550 www.brenwood.co.uk

John Pease Motor Group Essex Tel: 01376 345540 www.johnpeasemotorgroup.co.uk

Furrows Shropshire Tel: 01743 454444 www.furrows.co.uk

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Hepworth Motors West Yorkshire Tel: 01484 683172

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D-Max crowned ‘best pick-up’ at annual fleet awards The Isuzu D-Max has claimed its third accolade in as many months after being awarded ‘Best Pick-Up’ at the prestigious Van Fleet World Honours ceremony, at the Royal Automobile Club in London’s Pall Mall. ohn Kendall, Van Fleet World Editor, said: “With the D-Max pick-up range Isuzu has moved from a manufacturer of robust, workhorse trucks, to a full-line pickup supplier with a wide spread of models and specifications. As one of the few manufacturers to offer a complete pick-up range, including single, extended and double cabs, as well as 4x2 and 4x4 drivelines, Isuzu continues to appeal to its core working utility customer base.”

The Van Fleet World Honours are presented annually to those motor manufacturers, service companies and individuals who have, in the opinion of the judges, achieved the highest possible level of excellence in their sector. The Awards are open to all motor manufacturers and the judging process combines the expert opinion of the Fleet World editorial team with

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innovative approach to distribution, marketing its utility models through an unusual spread of dealers, including agricultural machinery outlets and competitive 4x4 dealers. Good to drive, with strong performance and frugal economy, the D-Max range is a big step in the right direction for Isuzu.”

Collecting the trophy on behalf of the brand at today’s awards’ luncheon, Isuzu UK’s General Manager, William Brown, commented: “This latest award highlights the momentum we have made in the fleet sector, complementing the record retail sales volume we have secured so far in 2013. The expansion of our businessfocused sales activities is already paying dividends with a number of fleet deals secured and others in the pipeline. We’re proud to win this award as it demonstrates the breadth of the pick-up’s appeal to businesses operating

effective pick-ups on the market today, with ultra-low insurance groups (8A to 10A), classleading residual values and fuel economy, industry-leading fleet packages (available from £185 per month), all backed-up by the company’s pioneering five-year / 125,000-mile warranty.

The pick-up has already proved to the hugely popular with UK buyers, after the Japanesemarque announced record sales in the UK during the first quarter of 2013. Isuzu further extended the appeal of the Isuzu D-Max pick-up with a new range of utility- and style-enhancing accessories at the 2013 Commercial Vehicle Show in April.

The Isuzu D-Max range includes single, extended (with rear-hinged side access panels) and double cab body configurations. Double cab models are available in four specifications:

Unity Automotive Cambridgeshire 01733 893704 unityautomotive.co.uk

Cross Roads Warwickshire 01608 661544 unityautomotive.co.uk

Maple Garage Ltd East Yorkshire 01964 670392 www.maplegarage.co.uk

Shukers Isuzu (Shrewsbury) Shropshire 01743 873900 www.shukersisuzu.co.uk

Duckworth Isuzu Market Rasen 01673 841410 www.duckworthisuzu.co.uk

Carstins West Midlands 01676 533145 unityautomotive.co.uk

R. Hunt Isuzu Hampshire 01264 860532 www.rhunt.co.uk

Jeffries of Bacton Suffolk 01449 781087 www.jeffriesofbacton.co.uk

Duckworth Isuzu Boston 01205 725700 www.duckworthisuzu.co.uk

Hammonds of Halesworth Suffolk 01986 834090 www.hammondgroup.co.uk

the values provided by a number of leading leasing companies and fleet data providers.

Kendall continues, “With the introduction of high specification double-cab models, the company now appeals equally to dual-use and leisure users. Isuzu has also taken an

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across any number of disciplines.”

In April 2013, Isuzu appointed Gary Scott to the newly-created role of National Fleet Manager who is responsible for implementing the company’s fleet business plan.

The Isuzu D-Max is one of the most cost-

Isuzu D-Max, Eiger, Yukon and Utah. Prices start at £14,499 (CVOTR) for the entry-level Isuzu D-Max 4x2 single cab and rise to £21,999 (CVOTR) for the top-of-the-range Isuzu D-Max Utah 4x4 double cab automatic.

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Alexander & Duncan Herefordshire 01568 613434 www.herefordshireisuzu.co.uk

Newcastle Isuzu Tyne & Wear 01912 573309 www.newcastleisuzu.co.uk

Bulldog Twyford Berkshire 0118 9321 331 bulldogtwyford.com

Bob Gerard Limited Leicestershire 01162 592224 www.bobgerard.co.uk

Lifestyle Isuzu Kent 01892 515666 www.lifestyleisuzu.co.uk

Garland Motors Ltd Hampshire 01252 367373 www.isuzu.co.uk

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Carstins West Midlands Tel: 01676 533145

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Cross Roads Warwickshire Tel: 01608 661544

Bulldog Twyford Reading, Berkshire Tel: 0118 9321 331

Ashburton Motor Works Ltd Devon Tel: 01364 652302 Newcastle Subaru Tyne & Wear Tel: 0191 257 3309

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Lower prices and 0% finance offer on Subaru XV Subaru UK is making its XV compact crossover even more affordable by introducing an interest-free finance offer on some variants of the model and significant price reductions on others. or a limited period*, buyers of the XV 2.0-litre diesel can take advantage of three years’ 0% credit. Separately from this, and with no time limitations, all XVs with 1.6-litre petrol engines have been reduced in price by £1,300.

The interest-free finance offer – for the XV 2.0D S, 2.0D SE and 2.0D SE Lux Premium models – includes delivery, registration plates, 12 months’ road fund licence and first registration fee. As an example, the £24,295 XV 2.0D S will require a deposit of £5,876 followed by 36 monthly payments of £295 and a final payment of £7,799.

The four XV variants with 1.6-litre petrol engines, which previously ranged in price from £21,295 to £24,715, now range from £19,995 to

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Noted for its practicality, performance and fuel economy, the XV was acclaimed as ‘SUV of the Year’ by the expert judges on 4x4 Magazine, ahead of rivals from Audi, Kia, Mazda, Nissan and Volkswagen.

All XVs offer a high level of standard equipment and Subaru’s permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The XV has a fivestar Euro NCAP crash safety rating and one of the highest scores for child protection (90%) in its segment. It also has high ground clearance but with one of the lowest centres of gravity for an SUV, which contributes to its keen handling and road-holding..

Haydn Davies, Marketing Director, Subaru UK, said: “The XV has been equally well

received by loyal Subaru buyers and customers new to the brand. Keener pricing and zero-per cent credit can only further strengthen its appeal.”

To find out more about the Subaru XV, visit www.subaru.co.uk. *Until June 30, 2013

Kia in faulty brake light switch recall Kia Motors (UK) Limited is recalling 25,192 vehicles sold in the UK for the replacement of a possibly faulty brake light switch on a variety of cars built between 2006 and 2011. n-going monitoring of vehicle operations and Research and Development checks have discovered that in certain circumstances the faulty switch may cause the vehicle’s rear brake lights to not illuminate – or may not turn off after the brake pedal is released.

The vehicles affected in the UK include the previous model Carens, Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, some current Sorento and Soul models, and a very small number of Optima models.

The problem is caused by carbonisation on the switch contacts that can lead to the electric

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current being interrupted. The problem does not affect the braking performance or the operation of anti-lock brakes in any way. Kia Motors (UK) Limited is not aware of any accidents being caused by this problem.

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted

by Kia Motors (UK) Limited and will be invited to take their vehicles to their local dealer where the switch will be replaced free of charge. The switch change takes just a few minutes to complete and no other work is required.

Any owner can contact Kia Customer Services on 0800 0158757 for further information.

In detail, the vehicles affected are: 1,128 Sedona models built between November 2006 and June 2007; 4,246 previous model Sorento units built between May 2007 and December 2008; 8,080 previous model Sportage units built between September 2007 and January 2010; 3,535 previous model Carens units built between March 2008 and November 2009; 3,525 current Sorento units built between October 2009 and April 2011, 4,676 Souls units built between June 2010 and June 2011 and two Optima models built between August 2010 and April 2011 are included in the programme.

£165 million boost to tackle bottlenecks Second tranche of Local Pinch Point funding released to stop road congestion. ongested roads across England are to be tackled with £165 million of funding, Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has announced.

The announcement is the second tranche of funding from the £190 million Local Pinch Point Fund, first announced in December 2012. A further 62 schemes have also won department funding, bringing the total number of schemes financed

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by the fund to 72. Combined with local contributions, the total investment rises to more than £300 million.

The successful schemes announced include improvements and upgrades to vital roads and bridges, new access routes and enhancements to address congestion at local traffic hotspots.

Many of the schemes will help enhance provision for buses, as well as improving facilities for cycling and walking.

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin, said: “This government is taking action on both jobs and growth.

“The schemes we have announced are designed to target key bottlenecks around the country, making life easier for the thousands of motorists and businesses who use the local road network every day.

“Investing in these schemes shows that the government is serious about accelerating growth

where it is needed most.

“These schemes have the potential to help create more than 100,000 jobs and around 100,000 new homes.

“I look forward to seeing works underway as soon as possible.”

A full list of the successful bids can be found on the www.gov.uk website. All the schemes for which funding has been confirmed are also receiving funding contributions from the local council or the private sector.

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Land Rover rugby stars given opportunity of a lifetime at Twickenham Over 600 young rugby stars took part in a very special ‘Land Rover Parade of Champions’ at the Aviva Premiership Rugby Final in front of a sell-out Twickenham crowd. ust before they entered the pitch, the players met the Rugby World Cup winning captain, Martin Johnson, who had come to congratulate the players and share some advice and guidance with them. Proud sponsor Land Rover gave this unique opportunity to the youngsters who had won their respective regional finals of the Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup. Commenting on the day, Land Rover ambassador, Martin Johnson, said: “I would love to have had an opportunity like this when I was younger. To parade as a champion at Twickenham is a unique opportunity that they won’t forget. I hope today’s experience will help to encourage all these great players to continue playing rugby and, with Land Rover’s backing, we can be confident that the next generation of players are receiving all the support they need.”

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got to watch the exciting battle where Leicester Tigers were crowned Aviva Premiership Rugby Champions. Not only did they get to see their heroes play at Twickenham but they got to parade around the pitch at half time to celebrate their Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup win in front of a sell-out crowd.

The U11 and U12 teams’ excitement on the day was clear and youngster Wilf Fitzgibbon, Beaconsfield RFC, said: “I can’t believe I went to Twickenham and met Martin Johnson. It was really exciting; to go on the pitch at half time of the Aviva Premiership Rugby Final and walk out there in front of so many people was amazing. I now really want to play there when I’m older. I’m so pleased we won the Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup.” Commenting on the support of the Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup, Jeremy Hicks, Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover UK, said: “Today is a very special day for everyone at Land Rover. It

gives us great delight that through the Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup these young, aspiring rugby players are able to fulfil a dream and come to Twickenham and meet Martin Johnson, somebody they aspire to be. The tournament is a significant initiative of which we are very proud, and which provides a unique opportunity for young players to channel their enthusiasm for the sport and to play in a national tournament.

Land Rover’s commitment to rugby covers every level of the game, from Rugby World Cup 2015 through to the Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup, and we are committed to supporting the development of the young players of the future.”

The Land Rover Premiership Rugby Cup is part of Land Rover’s on-going support for grassroots rugby. The tournament, which began in 2008, is officiated by Premiership Rugby and run in conjunction with all 12 Premiership Clubs. Through this, over 40,000 aspiring young players take part in under 11 and under 12 festivals all over the country. Land Rover remain proud partners of the thriving programme.

This initiative further illustrates Land Rover’s commitment to rugby at all levels of the game, from the elite of the British & Irish Lions and Rugby World Cup 2015 to the next generation of players across the country.

over 100 models already on their fleet.

These two new emergency response transporters will operate alongside the two existing helicopters and fixed wing aircraft already on the Scottish Air Ambulance Service fleet. All the aircraft operate with paramedics on board and fly just over 3,500 missions every year.

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance was established in 2008 to save the lives of those in Scotland by supplementing the

resources available to the Scottish Air Ambulance Service. They will be providing, free of charge to the Scottish Air Ambulance Service, one Bolkow 105 helicopter complete with pilot and paramedic crew. The cost is met through community fundraising across Scotland. The helicopter will be fully integrated in to the Scottish Air Ambulance Service and will be routed as part of the 999 Ambulance Control Centres.

Honda supports Scotland’s 1st charity Air Ambulance Over the past four years the Honda CR-V’s outstanding reliability, practicality and interior space has helped it build a solid reputation supporting the emergency services as a paramedic response vehicle. Now Honda is putting these strengths to good use by providing Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) with a new CR-V as a land support vehicle. The CR-V accompanies a new air ambulance helicopter fully funded by SCAA and crewed and tasked by the Scottish Air Ambulance Service. peaking at the launch of the new air ambulance helicopter at Perth Airport on May 22, Gavin Davey OBE, Chief Executive of Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance commented: “We are hugely grateful to Honda (UK) for providing this proven workhorse to augment this charity helicopter air ambulance. It will be a lifeline for many in need and will strengthen the service that we provide to communities across Scotland.”

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vehicle is required for use during adverse weather conditions and to attend incidents in the immediate vicinity where it would be quicker to respond by road. This is where the CR-V comes in! Its car-like dynamics and intelligent all-wheel drive system mean it can access the most remote locations quickly, while the torque and fuel-efficient 2.2-litre i-DTEC diesel engine makes it quick under ‘blue light’ conditions. The British built CR-V is already a popular choice for the Scottish Ambulance Service with

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