Moses & Son Product and Services Guide 2018/19

Product & Services Guide 2018/19

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Contents Why We Do What We Do… .............................................................................................................. 3 Message From Marty ....................................................................................................................... 4 We Wholeheartedly Believe In The Future Of Australian Sheep & Wool! ...................................... 5 Wool Handling .................................................................................................................................. 6 Fast Forwarding Wool’s Future ................................................................................................ 7 Wool Marketing................................................................................................................................ 8 Market Intelligence Direct To Services You.................................................................................. 9 Managing Market Volatility Risk Using Forward Selling............................................................... 9 CONSULTANCY Services .................................................................................................................... 10 Scope Of Services ....................................................................................................................... 11 Feed Rationing ............................................................................................................................ 12 Parasite Control .......................................................................................................................... 13 Precision Sheep Management – Collection & Analysis Of Individual Sheep Production & Traits .................................................................................................................................................... 14 Precision Sheep Management – Collection Of Fleece Weights & Wool Traits .......................... 15 Targeted Workshops & Information Sessions ................................................................................ 16 Winning With Weaners .......................................................................................................... 16 Merinos - Realising Performance Potential ............................................................................ 17 Ramping Up Repro.................................................................................................................. 18 Lifetime Ewe Management - New South Wales ..................................................................... 19 Merchandise ................................................................................................................................... 23 Shearing ...................................................................................................................................... 24 Animal Health ............................................................................................................................. 25 Nutrition & Husbandry ............................................................................................................... 26 Technology ................................................................................................................................. 27 Feeders ....................................................................................................................................... 28 Farm Supplies ............................................................................................................................ 29 Stock Handling ............................................................................................................................ 30 Livestock Handling Options & Extras .............................................................................................. 31 Peak Hill Industries Immobiliizer .................................................................................................... 33 Peakhandler .................................................................................................................................... 35 Shearezy ......................................................................................................................................... 37 Drop Trailer..................................................................................................................................... 38 Thermoskin ..................................................................................................................................... 39 Power Matic Wool Press ................................................................................................................ 41 Community Partnerships ................................................................................................................ 42 What Our Customers’ Are Saying… ................................................................................................ 45 2

WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO… The team at Moses & Son, took some time out to consider what makes our business different and why they choose to work for Moses & Son. It wasn’t hard to identify common themes across the team: We have a shared belief in the future of the wool industry, common values of operating with purpose & Integrity. Being upfront & honest is essential for strong partnerships.

We believe in a bright future for the industry.

We recognise the need to have continuous development and growth in our operation, on our clients' farm and in the industry.

We demonstrate this by: • Intern program and development of our staff, providing opportunities

for the “Young Guns".

• A focus on Precision Sheep Management.

• Regional Centres – Minimise freight, cost efficient delivery to Sydney and Melbourne.

• State of the art wool handling facilities.

• Support of Youth programs – (PWS, National Merino Challenge, Shearing Schools etc.

• Direct involvement in Industry boards and committees.

We want every client to be at the top of their game.

We operate

with purpose and integrity.

Our team are empathetic to the needs and demands on farmers (we were/are farmers).

• Emphasise the role of genetics.

• Promote industry best clip preparation.

• Promote nutrition management and practical calendar of operations.

• Sound Marketing advice – Forwards, realistic valuations based on market knowledge.

• Shearing Advances.

Providing a simple and effective service.

We believe in an upfront and realistic approach to business.

• R&D tailored for commercial outcomes.

• We won’t sell you something you don’t need.

• Transparent fees and charges.

• Our staff act with integrity when doing business.

• Our aim is to make you more profitable and your sheep operation efficient.

• Pre-Shearing visits, clip analysis, handlers, product advice.

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MESSAGE FROM MARTY This Product Guide is designed to assist our clients & customers achieve extraordinary experiences from their Sheep & Wool enterprises by revealing & explaining our latest services & reaffirming our core values & commitment to the wool producer.

2018 has been the year of new price records being achieved for most AWEX Micron Price Guides. With the AWEX EMI reaching a new level of $20.73 & maintaining at prices over $20.00 for over 5 weeks the market closed in early July a few cents under at 1981c, rounding out a remarkable year for Australian Wool. Not only did the EMI hit new levels in AUD terms but the EMI in USD terms hit a new record of $15.38USc & spent 6 weeks over $15.00USc. Whilst these amazing prices were being achieved in the market place & delivering record income to producers, another (less palatable) event (the mother of all droughts) was emerging. This event is having the opposite financial impact & applying enormous financial & labour pressures to the majority of wool producers across the Eastern & Southern States. At the time of penning this article (August 2018) 100% of NSW is drought declared & in some areas that Moses & Son service the commencement to sell off excess stock is well under way & in some areas all the sheep are being sold off.

The unspoken social impact of these drought events are of major concern however we encourage all producers to watch out for their neighbour, a friend or someone you know of you may be concerned about.

Wool production forecasting has been indicating a small retracement in production for Australia, however, with Spring emerging quite quickly & little or no hope for a reasonable season ahead the projected production forecast could take us to wool production levels we have never seen in our lifetime.

With this news front of mind Moses & Son’s promise of keeping our clients in the top profit percentile in the industry has become more important than ever.

We plan to do this by continuing to offer the best solutions through our network of experienced Wool Technical Officers (WTO) but this year we are offering a consultancy service over & above our premium service schedule. Lexi Cesnik has been working with Moses & Son for three years. For the first two under an internship with Sally Martin & Moses & Son, & for the last 12 months consulting to clients as their livestock & wool production specialist. In addition to this Adele Smith, WTO & Precision Sheep Management Specialist, & our consultants will offer a wide range of face to face consultancy services, & our team will be coordinating & conducting educations sessions.

There will be more information on these new services later in this publication.

Our team of WTO’s will be operating & delivering new metrics to allow improvements in-shed compliance & best practice; broadening our clients’ market exposure; & working alongside our clients to ensure technology is utilised & price risk management is better understood & utilised.

Moses & Son staff members have been trained to be able to receive the electronic wool specifications now available to Wool Classers & Producers via the AWEX WoolClip App. There are currently two companies supplying these Apps to the Woolclasser, Producer & the Woolbrokers. Moses & Son encourage all participants to utilise these products to deliver accurate & timely data to Brokers. With over 60% of deliveries received into store currently having incorrect, partially incomplete or missing data, brokers, like Moses & Son, welcome the introduction of these technologies. When a critical mass of electronic speci’s is achieved I envisage that there will be cost savings that can be passed back to the producer.

Moses & Son have “got your back” through the good & bad times & we will aim to deliver value to each & every client through our unique approach to livestock & wool marketing, cutting edge wool handling, systems & the ability to perform data analysis that will open up new opportunities in your sheep enterprise.

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WE WHOLEHEARTEDLY BELIEVE IN THE FUTURE OF AUSTRALIAN SHEEP & WOOL! What makes Moses & Son different from the other Brokers, Stockies & Rural stores?

Aussie Innovation If there is a way to work smarter rather than harder, let’s find it! With rising costs across the pipeline and labour units either ageing or hard to find, it is more important than ever to keep searching and trialling new and improved products and technologies, for both the farm, warehouse and office. Investing in products and systems to ensure a successful future for the wool industry.

Young guns Moses & Son have employed, and are proud supporters of a number of industry initiatives to encourage the next generation to get involved and enthusiastic about the future of wool and sheep. Investing in the people to ensure a successful future for the wool industy.

Information is key Data collection, benchmarking and analysis are such vital farm management tools to ensure longevity and success. We continue to work with our research partners and clients to collect, develop and enhance these skills. Investing in benchmarking and research to ensure a successful future for the wool industry.

Aussie owned and operated We live and operate close to the clients we serve. We are strong advocates and supporters of local communities and their families. Keeping it local means money and jobs stay in our towns and are not sent offshore. Investing in our communities to ensure a successful future for the wool industry.

Moses & Son have been operating as a family business in New South Wales since 1920. Whilst the strong bond to the past & traditions have founded & grown the business, it is the opportunities that the future possess that gets us excited. With adversity comes opportunity; over the last couple of decades with shrinking wool volume we identified the need to diversify. We have complemented our Wool Brokering & Buying service to also include Bluechip Livestock Agency, Rural Merchandise division & a Merino sheep Research Farm, run as a commercial property. These services have been specifically selected, so we can provide added value to the Producers we service & safeguard the sustainability & success of the wool & sheep industry.

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WOOL HANDLING Integrity of wool preparation is our priority Getting it right in the Shed – The importance of improving preparation.

We make it our priority to work with Owners, Managers & Wool Classers to ensure clips are prepared to the highest standard. We work with you to captalise on efficiencies & maximise the competition for your wool. We have recently added to & enhanced our Wool Technical Service to ensure you are maximising your profitability at shearing time. Ask us if you would like more details on any of the following…

• Our Wool Specialists can calibrate your Wool Press scales to ensure they are weighing correctly.

• We will use our portable scales to weigh a handful of your pressed out bales, ensuring you optimise your bale weights and avoid unnecessary adjustment fees.

Correct Bale Weights

NWD & Quality Schemes

Clip Analysis Report

Savvy use of interlotting & Bulk Class

•The Clip Analysis report ties together test results, auction prices and clip preparation in a simple but meaningful summary. The analysis is a useful tool for reviewing past performance & includes recommendations for preparation or marketing in the future.

• Increase the competition for your clip on the Auction floor by completing the National Wool Declaration & join Quality Schemes such as SustainaWool .

•Exporters need to fill orders.

We are seeing a significant increase in demand for declared wool.

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• By lotting your small lines of wool with like bales from other growers, you will save on testing and sampling fees & increase the buyer demand for that wool. Our interlot service is well respected amongst the Buyers for quality and consistency.

 Owned and operated testing facilities in Temora, Condobolin and Wagga Wagga, utilising the latest in Wool Sampling technology. It allows us to control the quality of the handling process.  AWEX Registered Quality Classing House for Bulk Class and Interlot services.  Private and contract freight available!

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Fast Forwarding Wool’s Future From in-shed to the end of the wool pipeline, WoolClip app & web keeps you way ahead of the mob. It’s the fast, free, fully mobile way to specify, complete the NWD, follow the BaleTrail, and be RFID ready.

With WoolClip you can: 1. Manage each job, 2. Have collaboration between the Classer/Owner/Manager online, 3. Create a Wool Book, 4. Add and scan Bales, 5. Create a Speci, 6. Create Mobs, 7. Complete the NWD, 8. Follow your wool along the BaleTrail

WoolClip is a website & smart phone application designed to enter on-farm wool information to generate & send wool specification sheets in data & report form to the warehouse & the organisation chosen by the wool grower to market their wool.

 National Wool Declarations can be authorised online, or by using a smart phone or email,  The Specification is released on finalisation by the user, &  Information entered is saved for future reference by the user.

Using Woolclip means: No more duplicate bales on a specification,

For more information on the benefits of WoolClip & how you can utilise it in your enterprise please speak to your Wool Technical Officer. Alternatively give the AWEX team a call on (02) 9428 6170 or email woolclip@awex.com.au

 Information can be added progressively during shearing (using the smart phone app if no data connections),  A Job can be maintained by one or more users working as a collaborative team,

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WOOL MARKETING Marketing tailored to your specific requirements.

Looking for more advice & service when it comes to marketing your clip?

WE HAVE YOUR WOOL NEEDS COVERED

Moses & Son have a passionate team of Wool Technical Officers strategically placed throughout the Riverina & Central West. The team are committed to providing informed & considered market advice tailored to your needs.

 Qualified and experienced Wool Technical Officers & Warehouse Staff with a passion for the Wool Industry.

Our Auctioneers travel to Sydney each week to sell on your behalf at the Yennora Show Floor. The Auction system underpins our wool marketing & constitutes the majority of wool sales, however we do provide other options including the electronic platform, Wool Trade.

 Wool & Livestock Specialists with expertise in Precision Sheep Management, Animal Health & Livestock Selection.

Advanced wool marketing is available for those wishing to Forward Market all or part of their clip.

Ideal for those wishing to be a price maker.

 Multiple Selling Options: o Auction o Electronic Offer Boards o Interlot o Bulk Class o Private Purchase o Forward Price Risk Management

Our extensive Clip Analysis will help you determine your clip profile & the best strategy for hedging.

We have alliances with key buyers & exporters & will provide you the information & programs you should consider to make your clip appealing to as many markets as possible.

 Market Intelligence  Fleece Weighing Service  No fuss Shearing Advances  Wool Press Sales & Hire  On farm Wool Pick Ups  Shearing & Farm Supplies

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Market intelligence direct to services you Moses & Son offer wool growers a range of Market Intelligence updates direct to your Smart phone, desktop or fax. Subscribe to our free service & receive the full report via email or fax &/or receive an SMS on Friday with the week’s Northern indicators.

If you would prefer not to receive a weekly update, check out our website when you need it! www.mosesandson.com.au/wool/market-intelligence If you would like to subscribe to our free Market Intelligence, email enquiry@mosesandson.com.au or phone 6977 3100.

Managing Market Volatility Risk Using Forward Selling Are you fed up with the wool market plummeting just as you are about to sell? Or conversely you have just sold & the market then rises immediately.

option to assist you manage this difficult situation.

It is called a Forward Delivery Indicator Contract.

(FDIC).

The fact is that wool is one of the world’s most volatile commodities. Moses & Son believe that in the current world economic environment wool prices will remain a volatile commodity. The elevated volatility of the wool market in recent years has encouraged some wool growers to seek ways to avoid being forced to sell at the bottom of the market or to store wool anticipating price increases.

Wool producers & wool brokers are beginning to realise the role of forward selling in their marketing program. That is, to have some wool sold forward, sell some at Auction immediately after shearing & store some if required. This type of strategy is a smart way of spreading the risk created by a volatile market. Once growers are aware of their costs of production & decide on a favourable level of return, they can become a price maker by selling some of their clip forward or leaving an order with Moses & Son to sell at a specific price.

Price Risk Management Services In recognition of an increasing need to manage price risks associated with producing wool, Moses & Son have engaged Price Risk specialists AgRisk Management & AgConcepts to provide a specialised rural Price Risk Management service.

We can assist in education in futures trading, to allow you to feel confident making any risk management decisions. Growers can sell forward up to 18 months or more before shearing. Rather than hoping the market will be acceptable when you sell, work with our Wool Technical team to create a return that meets your objectives.

As an additional service Moses & Son, in joint venture with AgRisk Management, can provide an

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CONSULTANCY Services Wool & Livestock Specialists With the complexity & competitiveness of agriculture & sheep production increasing, we have listened to our clients who have identified the need for more advice both on farm & around the table. That is why Moses & Son have expanded our services to include a sheep & wool consultancy.

Utilising our staff’s knowledge & experience coupled with Industry specialists, we are now equipped to assist you with your whole sheep enterprise.

Our aim is to provide real, practical solutions to issues that you may be facing. Our team is passionate about sheep & wool & motivated to work with industry leaders to discover & implement the changes/enhancements that are needed to ensure the future of this great industry.

Our Wool & Livestock Specialists can be your first call for animal health, nutrition queries, animal selection or reproduction advice. We can also work with you to: 

Identify areas of opportunity within the production system which could be enhanced, & help design & implement a strategy to modify & improve.

LOOKING FOR ADVICE? WE CAN HELP!  ANIMAL HEALTH ADVICE 

ANIMAL NUTRITION ADVICE

 PASTURE ADVICE 

ADVANCED WOOL MARKETING STRATEGIES

 OPERATIONS PLANNING  PRECISION SHEEP MANAGEMENT INCLUDING EID & FLEECE WEIGHING

Managing Feedlot Rations

 

Increase the use of new technologies within the sheep & wool industry.

Assist with the curve balls & unplanned events that effect your operation.

A producer made contact seeking advice on how to better manage his shy feeders and reduce the number of days animals spend in the feedlot.

We worked with the producer to develop feeding rations for his 1,200 head capacity feedlot, as well as implemented the use of eid technology to improve efficiencies and assist with objective decision making.

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CONSULTANCY Services Scope of Services Are you faced with an everyday issue and unsure how to tackle it? Or have you heard about something “new” and wouldn’t mind giving it a try, but don’t know where to start?

Our Consultancy Service is based on providing real, practical solutions.

ANIMAL HEALTH • Internal & External Parasite Plans (fly, lice, worms) • Monthly Plan (duration dependant on parasite) • Consultation + Any Testing • Includes Information Analysis & Monitoring • First point of call for any sheep health related issues, assessment and

diagnosis for intervention or referral.

ANIMAL NUTRITION • Feed ration development plan • Nutrition advice • Pasture development and advice • Consultation + Any Testing & Sample Collection • 3-6 Month Plan • Includes Information Analysis & Monitoring

PRECISION MANAGEMENT DATA ANALYSIS Rampower Indexing/ Ram Selection (ASBV explained) $/Hd, $/Ha, $/DSE/100mm Genomic Flock Profile Fleece weights and traits analysis Reproduction

WOOL MARKETING & PRICE RISK MANAGMENT • Comprehensive Clip Analysis • Direct contracts • Forward Marketing • Advanced Wool Marketing Workshops

ON FARM PRODUCTION ADVICE • Calendar of operations • Whole of Enterprise planning • Cost of production

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CONSULTANCY Services Feed Rationing Why should I do a feed ration? Because Barley’s not Barley…

Table 1. Ranges in ME and CP content of different feed stuffs, source: NSW DPI, Dairy Australia

Grain Barley Faba Beans Field Peas Lupins Maize (grain) Oats Wheat

Dry Matter (DM) % 90 90 90 90 90 90 90

Metabolisable Energy (ME (MJ/Kg DM) 12.9 (11.4 – 13.5) 12 13 14 (13.1 – 14.9) 13.5 (13 – 14) 12.1 (10.4 – 15.2) 13 (10.9 – 14.7)

Crude Protein (CP) (% of DM) 11 (6.9 – 21) 25.6 25 31.3 (25.4 – 40.9) 9.5 (9.0 – 10.0) 11.6 (6.5 – 16.4) 12.0 (9.9 – 26.4)

So? Minimum requirements for sheep vary depending on maternal status and age.

Table 2. Shows the nutritional requirements of Stock. Circled in red is the requirements used in he below example, all are multiplies but 1.6 to adjust for a 60kg ewe body weight. Source: NSW DPI

Do you know if what you are feeding your stock is giving them the energy they need to feed their lambs or enough protein for your weaners to meet their target growth rates? Without knowing you could be underfeeding your stock and loosing production or over feeding and wasting grain and money.

So what do I do??

Table 3. Feed test results for oats in 2018

1. Get a feed test analysis completed on your grain to know EXACTLY what you have. (Table 3.)

2. Calculate what energy and protein your livestock are receiving from the pasture.

3. Determine what class of stock you are feeding and what they need? (Table 2.)

4. Calculate the amount of grain you need to feed out, to fulfil the ME and CP requirements.

Notes to remember along the way: Animals have a limit to the amount of feed (Kg) they can physically eat in one day, some grain will limit macro and micro minerals available and supplementation may be required, high starch and high oil content can be damaging to sheep.

Does that all sound complicated and like too much work?? We can assist with the collection of samples for testing and provide you with accurate pasture measurements. We will then produce a full feed ration for your stock.

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CONSULTANCY Services Parasite Control Worm infection is the most costly disease for sheep and goats with an estimated yearly cost of $436 million to these Australian industries. The major cost of worm infection is from lost production.

Cost of Parasites Source Paraboss.com.au Worms Lice Fly Cost to Industry $436,000,000.00 $81,000,000.00 $173,000,000.00 Cost per Sheep $ 6.15 $ 1.14 $ 2.44 x1000 $ 6,149.51 $ 1,142.45 $ 2,440.06 Table: 4

Lice infestations are costing the sheep industry $81 million each year in treatment costs and lost production.

What is your Worm Management Plan?

Do you Faecal Egg Count?

Each year, treatment and lost production associated with flystrike cost the industry $173 million. *Source Paraboss.com.au

Yes

No

How often?

Do you rotate drenches?

When the stock

At specific times

look “Wormy”

in the calendar

Did you know that

Do you rotate

What drenches

you have already lost

your drenches?

do you use?

Yes

No

Production?

Did you know that 90% of farms have drench resistance to 1 type of active?

No

Yes

Did you know that 90%

Do you have a

of farms have drench

Quarantine

resistance to 1 type of

Program?

Moses & Son Consultancy can provide you with the latest parasite information & management tools including Drench Decision Guides and Regional Control Programs to help you:

active?

Yes

No

Do you know the drench history of the What is it?

animals you bought?

 Prevent worm, fly &/or lice burdens.  Solve your current parasite problem;

Yes

No

 Implement an effective integrated parasite control program; and

Did you know that 90% of farms have drench

 Manage chemical resistance.

resistance to 1 type of active?

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CONSULTANCY Services Precision Sheep Management – Collection & Analysis of Individual Sheep Production & Traits Did you know that there are large variations within all commercial flocks?

Below is a graph of ewes in a “typical” Merino operation, the maiden (hogget) ewes were fleece weighed and Micron tested and then a $/head fleece value was allocated for each sheep. They were then plotted to show the natural variation. The ewes had an average body weighing of 65kg, Micron average of 18.8um (range: 17 – 19) and an average fleece weight of 7kg (range: 3.2 – 7.3kg).

As you can see there is a large range of production within this mob. These ewes were classed in August, (visual only) removing 10% of the mob, they were then fleece weighed to remove the next 15%.

FLOCK FLEECE VALUE DISTRIBUTION $/HD STDEV

0.03 0.02 0.01 0 50

70

90

110 130 150 $/Head Fleece Value

170

190

When compared to each other, you can see that the “elite” animals in the below flock analysis were 12% more productive than the “Flock” sheep (average), and that the culls were 8% less valuable. (Remember these sheep have been visually classed which will remove the “true culls”.)

Did you realise that when selecting sheep using only visual tools that you could be missing out on 30% of your productivity?

The total value of the above measured flock is $68,791.

The producer needs to class out 30% of the animals in the mob. If he selects 30% using only visual tool (his selection efficiency is likely 0.6 or slightly above average), However if using both Visual and Objective measurement his selection efficiency may be closer to 0.80. Having a high selection efficiency increases profitability/productivity.

Would you like to be able to select ewes into your system who are best suited for production and maternal ability? So, what do I do?

You need to collect 3 pieces of information:   

Does it all sound a bit too complicated?

Fleece weight Fibre Diameter Body weight

That’s where we come in. Moses & Son are able to travel to your farm, collect all of the necessary data and help you to identify which animals are the most productive in your enterprise.

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CONSULTANCY Services Precision Sheep Management – Collection of Fleece Weights & Wool Traits On farm data collection and independent data analysis

WHY WAIT

Fleece weighing and eID seem too hard and technical?

Want to maximise your wool and sheep profit?

Don’t want to purchase all of the electronic gear?

Moses & Son can provide the equipment AND do the work for you!

Our qualified staff are available to collect and analyse your data.

Why Fleece Weigh?

Accurate data allows you to make management decisions by understanding exactly how individuals are performing. Monitor fleece performance easily at shearing time with the use of a weigh scale and barcode printer and scanner. Record your fleece weights and fleece traits directly into your indicator in the shearing shed for individual animals.

Benefits of Electronic Identification (eID) Adding electronic identification (eID) provides you with accessible, accurate identification of your individual animals, giving you the ability to make more informed farm management decisions.

Equipment available for hire: XR5000, Load Bars, Stick Reader, Barcode Printer, Barcode Scanner Ram Index’s Available

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Targeted Workshops & Information Sessions

WINNING WITH WEANERS™ The Winning With Weaners™ (WWW) workshop is designed for woolgrowers, & is aimed at improving weaner management of their Merino flock, targeting 95% weaner survival to one year of age. WWW identifies key practical actions & tools for commercial enterprises to implement on farm to achieve this performance aim.

WWW assists participants in understanding the key issues affecting weaner survival & performance & guides them through developing targets for growth for this key group of sheep. The workshops discuss factors that contribute to weaner mortality & illthrift, & provides practical pathways for improving performance from this group of sheep.

THE KEY THEMES OF WINNING WITH WEANERS 1. Understand the impact of weaning weight on the survival of weaners to first joining 2. Understanding weaner nutrition - in terms of both energy & protein 3. Setting weaner weight targets 4. Understanding the importance of weaner management on lifetime performance of breeding ewes 5. Strategies for success – management calendar

ATTENDEES RECEIVE  a full set of workshop notes  useful tools that will assist with monitoring & planning for successful weaner management  checklist for use in their own operation WHEN & WHERE Workshops are run on a demand basis through AWI’s State Grower Networks across Australia. To see upcoming workshops in your region, go to: www.sheepconnectnsw.com.au or register your interest with Lexi Cesnik on 0431 565 731 or email

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WWW  single day workshop (9:00 am - 2:30 pm)  conducted through AWI’s State Grower Networks  15 - 25 participants per workshop  fully catered  $75 per person  delivered by accredited deliverers

lexi@mosesandson.com.au

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Targeted Workshops & Information Sessions

MERINOS - REALISING PERFORMANCE POTENTIAL The AWI developed & funded RPP workshop is designed for wool producers aiming to lift lifetime performance from their Merino ewes. RPP identifies key practical actions for commercial enterprises to implement on farm to achieve this performance aim. RPP assists the commercial self-replacing Merino production sector in recognising & placing appropriate importance on the total lifetime productivity potential & value of their Merino ewes (fleece, meat & surplus stock) & aims to achieve a minimum weaning rate of 95% from Merino joinings. RPP is designed to complement the AWI-funded Lifetime Ewe Management (LTEM) Program & provide pathways into other AWI supported training opportunities.

THE 5 KEY THEMES OF RPP 1. Understand ewe lifetime performance – passengers vs. performers 2. Lift ewe performance as a National Priority 3. Three key performance practices: – scan – condition score – wet/dry at marking 4. Turning potential to profit – lamb & wean well.

5. Strategies for success – management calendar WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RPP  single day workshop (9:00am - 2:30pm)  conducted through AWI’s State Grower Networks  15 - 25 participants per workshop  fully catered • $75 per person  delivered by an accredited deliverers

ATTENDEES RECEIVE  full set of workshop notes  ewe management calendar  checklist for use in their own operation  information on pathways for future learning WHEN & WHERE Workshops are run on a demand basis through AWI’s State Grower Networks across Australia. To see upcoming workshops in your region, go to: www.sheepconnectnsw.com.au or register your interest with Lexi Cesnik on 0431 565 731 or email lexi@mosesandson.com.au

Targeted Workshops & Information Sessions

RAMPING UP REPRO (RUR) is a hands-on workshop focussed on improving ram performance & working longevity in commercial sheep enterprises.

The workshop is designed to increase the skill of producers across the key components of ram performance & impacts on overall breeding enterprise performance, including: Anatomy, Physiology, Spermatogenesis, Metabolic demands, Health, disease & biosecurity, financial impact of the ram team.

Each participant is guided through a thorough pre-joining ram inspection by an accredited workshop deliverer & given the opportunity to increase their practical skills to undertake this in their own operation. This workshop is designed to give attendees the confidence to incorporate these skills into their own routine management, thus improving the performance of their rams.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RPP  single day workshop (9:00am - 2:30pm)  fully catered • $75 per person  delivered by an accredited deliverer

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Targeted Workshops & Information Sessions

LIFETIME EWE MANAGEMENT - New South Wales Course Duration: 12 months, 6 x 1 day hands-on sessions per year with 5-7 producers

Key topics covered  The principles & practices of LTEM  Preparing the ewe for joining  The impacts of ewe nutrition in early to midpregnancy  Managing lambing "The fruits of your labour"  Putting it all together - the principles, practices & outcomes

Training location: State wide Entry requirements: There requirements for this course

are

no

entry

About the course The Lifetime Ewe Management program runs over the 12 month weaning to weaning cycle. The timing of each meeting is linked to critical stages in the management of the ewes reproductive cycle. All sessions involve a visit to each participant's farm & focus on condition scoring, pasture assessing & feed budgeting activities that are practical & applicable to the farm business.

Cost Full cost - $2,200 per participant Australian Wool Innovation subsidy (for eligible wool growers) - $1,077 per participant Cost to participant - $1,123 (per individual) WHEN & WHERE Courses are run on a by demand basis. Register your interest with Lexi Cesnik on 0431 565 731 or email

The program also focuses on improving producer understanding of the influence ewe nutrition has on the performance of the ewe & her progeny.

lexi@mosesandson.com.au

The Lifetime Ewe Management workshop provides a pathway for you to develop a successful & productive animal production system.

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We make informed decisions based on the connection between our data and your requirements.

Let us make your investment a smart one Accurately predict bloodline performance & prove your flock’s genetic superiority As a Buyer… Ability to purchase livestock knowing they will be the most profitable investment for your farming enterprise.

As a Seller… A reliable, unique market guaranteed to add to the value of your sheep whilst maintaining your current costs.

Whatever the situation, Bluechip Livestock is your answer.

For more information contact Simon Coddington P: 0458 826 464 E: simon@mosesandson.com.au

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Access to unique, dynamic sheep performance data

Benefits Bluechip Livestock offers:  Access to unique genetic performance data - exclusive to Bluechip Livestock

Bluechip Livestock is an innovative way to buy & sell your livestock. Bluechip Livestock increases the opportunity for buyers & sellers to make informed decisions for their agricultural needs/sheeplivestock enterprise by harnessing access to genetic benchmarking data.

Genetics present the single biggest opportunity for growers to increase their bottom line. As shown in genetic trials over a decade & a half, there is significant variability in the profitability of sheep, both within & between different bloodlines.

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Predictability of different bloodline performance

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The ability to increase your income, through high performance sheep, without increasing your costs

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Integrity of people and product

With innovative business, naturally come expert agents. Simon Coddington commenced with Bluechip Livestock in 2010. Since then Simon has forged a solid business niche for Bluechip Livestock by building a client base that have enjoyed the fruits of this innovative & unique business model. In early 2016 the Bluechip team decided to expand their model enable us to service our current clients in the Central West.

Therefore, an opportunity exists to capitalize on this variation. By drawing on over 15 years’ worth of independent sheep genetic performance data (exclusive to Bluechip Livestock) we empower you with the ability to identify the most profitable sheep in the country.

Jason Rowney displays an impressive range of knowledge & expertise in both sheep & cattle.

Jason’s particular interests of breeding objectives, genetics & quality breeding & marketing are an essential asset to Bluechip Livestock’s ideals. He is “passionate about all facets of the livestock industry & its progression into the future,” which Jason believes will be “strong & positive” due to the “promising growth & demand for Australian produced wool, sheep meat & beef products.”

If you are looking to sell your sheep/livestock we can assist by providing targeted genetic data to underpin the sale of stock. With Bluechip you can be sure you are getting what you need to improve your business, without increasing your current costs.

Bluechip Livestock will make your investment a smart one let us be the connection between our data & your livestock objectives.

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How it Works The massive variability in bloodlines can be capitalised upon by selecting the most profitable sheep in the industry for your enterprise.

1. Growers can opt to participate in the genetic comparisons, or they can source the information on their bloodline if it’s represented in trials that have already been conducted.

2. When the Grower is ready to sell their sheep, Bluechip Livestock will supply objective data to assess the expected performance of the sheep, allowing the vendor to command a premium price for this performance.

3. Contact Bluechip Livestock to access independent data on productivity and quality, and to gain the objective comparison on the sheep’s genetics on offer.

On completion of the sale, Bluechip Livestock receives a marketing fee from the seller based on the price achieved.

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MERCHANDISE Moses & Son’s animal health advice & product supply business is based on three principles:

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PREVENTION of animal health issues through education & health check groups.

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DETECTION before treatment through FEC (worm test kits) & drench resistance tests.

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TREATMENT with the right product & appropriate support from their animal health team to ensure the product is used correctly (rotation, modes of action, resistance management & application procedures).

The depth of industry knowledge, client service, marketing expertise, the highest quality management standards & commitment to best practice animal husbandry are what this business prides itself on.

We stock a wide range of all animal health & stock handling merchandise, including all mainline categories such as wool presses, overhead shearing equipment & a large range of sheep handling equipment. The six stores throughout Central & Southern NSW ensure they are well positioned to supply competitive & convenient rural merchandise.

We are a proud AIRR member. Australian Independent Rural Retailers (AIRR) stock the leading brands as well as high quality exclusive private brands, so that farmers always benefit from the group buying power & buy at the right price across our broad range.

 Shearing Supplies (wool packs, fasteners, etc.)  Shearing Equipment  Animal Nutrition/Feedlot Supplements  Lice and Fly Treatments  Drenches and Vaccines  General Farm Merchandise (rain gauges, foxlights, etc.)  Animal Husbandry  Stock Feeders (feed bins, lick feeders etc.)  Water Management (troughs, pipe, fittings etc.)  Fencing (gates, wire etc.)  Precision Sheep Management Equipment (eID tags, readers, weigh scales etc.) 

Clothing, boots & toys

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Nylon Wool Packs AWEX accredited nylon wool packs.

Wool Hooks Small & large sized hooks.

Heiniger Evo Shearing Plant First shearing plant in the Betta Batts world to be manufactured Make picking up lambs wool with an electronic safety and locks easier. switch!

Handpieces - Heiniger & Lister Wool Pack Holder Conveniently folds up for easy transport and storage.

Combs and Cutters- Heiniger, Ace & Sunbeam

Wool Trolley- Lyco The Lyco wool trolley is a must for every shearing shed. Make moving wool bales easier and quicker.

Macbro Wool Press Macro wool presses are loaded with features to make pressing safe and reliable.

Shearing Singlets Shear in comfort and style with our Moses & Son singlets.

Sizes: M-XXL

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Heiniger 12 volt Handpiece The World’s first and only 12 Volt battery driven sheep shearing handpiece.

Can be run from a car or motorbike battery, eliminating the need for an AC power supply, providing the ability to shear or clip in remote locations.

We have you covered for all of your Flystrike, Lice, Drench & Vaccine needs

Your favourite brands in store‌

Prevention

Detection

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Nutritional needs vary greatly, depending on the size, age and physiological status of the sheep.

Speak to our team to ensure they are getting what they need.

Leader Applicator 3 in 1

Red Heeler Prodder 22 inch Shaft Rechargeable Battery 240v or 12v charger Resistant to over charging

Harvestaire 5 Berth Cradle • Automatic release of lambs • Easy loading • Wide cradle option for large lambs - 2” wider • Maxi Cradle Option - 2” wider & 2” deeper • Detachable arms allow for easy transport (Deluxe only) • Labour saving - people + time • Less damage to joints • Lambs held calmly

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Load-Bars (Tru Test) Indicator ID5000 (Tru Test)

XR5000 (Tru Test)

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7” transflective screen.

250,000 records.

250 sessions.

6 data fields (3 for IDs and 3 for other traits) 5-way sorting by weight or weight gain.

Internal battery life up to 13 hours.

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Store up to 1 million records in 1000 weighing sessions.

Record up to 100 pieces of information per animal.

Draft up to 10 ways.

Easily transfer recorded informationmobile device, USB Stick or computer.

Link wirelessly or with cables.

Clearly see the screen even in bright sunlight.

Long battery life.

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Blue-tooth Barcode Printer   

XRS2 Stick Reader 

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Capture up to 15 pieces of customized information for each animal, such as breed, sex, DOB and condition score.

Simple and fast to set-up with predefined setups or save your own favourite setups to easily switch between jobs.

Compatible with NLIS EID tags. Reads all ISO HDX and FDX-B tags.

Rugged durability and performance in harsh environments.

Compatible- can be used with any weigh scale indicator in the Tru-Test range.

Easy to set up.

Corrosion resistant.

The internal cells are made from aircraft grade aluminium and are fully sealed to keep out moisture.

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Pre-programmed barcode scanner, ready to use Suitable for 1D or 2D barcodes Connects to Serial or USB ports on data logger, scale or PC Comes with cradle for hands free operation Bright scanner light and target, for accurate scanning Reduces errors when collecting da Suitable for use with the Tissue Sampling Unit (TSU) 2D barcode

Allflex & Leader Products Electronic Tags 2D Barcode Scanner

Tissue Sampling Unit (TSU)

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Pre-programmed barcode scanner, ready to use Suitable for 1D or 2D barcodes Connects to Serial or USB ports on data logger, scale or PC Comes with cradle for hands free operation Bright scanner light and target, for accurate scanning Reduces errors when collecting data Suitable for use with the Tissue Sampling Unit (TSU) 2D barcode

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Fast, high performance sample collection. Samples can be collected in seconds with minimal animal restraint. A singlesqueeze motion collects a sample with minimum distress to the animal.

Clean, uncontaminated sampling. The genetic material is sealed in a specially designed preservative.

Minimise retesting. Tissue samples contain a large quantity of high quality DNA for genetic analysis, yielding excellent lab results.

Sample integrity. The TSU is fully sealed and positively identified with both a 2D barcode and ID panel. The TSU can be paired to matching NLIS and Management tags, creating an absolute sample-to-animal linkage.

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SHEEP FEEDER STANDARD     

Easy slide adjustment from lick to gorge feeding.

3 cubic metres capacity - (2 tonnes wheat or 50x40kg bags) Unique tray design to minimise waste.

Fully galvanised construction, including galvanised bolts.

Sliding lid for ease of fill.

L: 2400 x W: 1510 x H: 1560

DRY LICK FEEDER SHEEP WITH FOLDING LID Holds up to 60 Litres.

Weather protected.

Heavy duty galvanised construction.

Welded for extra strength.

Hinged lid for ease of fill.

Now available in a deep trough version.

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L: 2400 x W: 600 x H: 800

Jacky Bin      

Ideal feed storage solution.

Optional side operating opening handle for ease of access.

40° run slope for quick draining and discharging viscous product.

Standard colour is Faint Green.

Long lasting, with all working parts UV stabilised polyethylene or stainless steel L: 1400 x W: 1200 x H: 1860

HAY FEEDER STANDARD 

Galvanised floor prevents moisture rising into feed.

Traps leaf from hay to minimise waste.

Roof protects from rain.

Hay loads from side for ease of access.

Gates slide to the middle as stock eat hay.

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Stop your sheep from straying and keep out unwanted neighbours‌ We stock all of your fencing requirements from hinges to post drivers to portable sheep panels.

Stocking brands Cyclone, AWP & more!

Next-to-skin-wear Wool is an inherently natural & breathable fabric that can keep you warm in cold weather and cool in warm weather.

Water tanks & accessories available by order and delivered straight to your door. – Call for a quote

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Take the work out of sheep work!

Immobilizer

Peak Handler

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Sheep are gently immobilized and safely restrained.

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Multi-purpose sheep handler for easy restraint and handling of sheep.

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Suitable for handling all sized lambs and grown sheep including rams.

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Designed and built for use by the grazier or contractor.

Immobilizer/Peak Handler Trailer 

Allows you to work at ground level.

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It has wind up wheels operated by a single jack.

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To drop the unit takes about 10 minutes from start to finish

3 way Auto Drafter

NB: Immobilizer sold separately

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3 way sliding drafting model designed for yards that can’t accommodate swing gate drafting.

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Left and right hand entry options.

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Alloy isolation frame optional.

LIVESTOCK HANDLING OPTIONS & EXTRAS Contact your local store for price list & quote

NON BACK LEAD-UP RAMP

IMMOBILIZER SHEEP WORKER

Essential component for getting a good flow of sheep into a handler, jetting race or weigh crate.

The ramp automatically provides a positive acting non-backing gate, to ensure the forward and fluid movement of sheep when entering the working area.

Gates are closed by the weight of each sheep on the floor and re-open when the sheep moves forward. The fully galvanised unit has a V shaped floor to stop small sheep turning. The standard length is 3 metres long and separates into 2 pieces for portability. Additional units can be added to make longer.

3 metre standard fixed width (400mm).

1.5 metre fixed width (400mm, with legs).

Air operated handler with unique V shaped clamping method to fully restrain all sized sheep, ranging from lamb to ram. Automatically closes by using an electric eye to detect sheep.

The immobilizer is suitable for back-lining, drenching, vaccinating, ear tagging, weighing etc.

Eliminates fighting and struggling, whilst improving the safety, speed and ease of sheep handling.

Immobilizer including electronic eye.

Options include: Rear Access Module for crutching and controlling sheep flow.

Air-operated Drafting 3 way.

Gallagher weigh bars & 310 indicator.

Jump-Stop frame attaches above ramp, stops sheep jumping out of ramp.

Floor Extension improves accuracy by extending length of floor when weighing.

Indicator Stand with swivel top to suit Gallagher or Tru-Test.

Stand for Heiniger crutching plant with handpiece hook.

3 metre Lead-Up Ramp with floor activated antibacking gates.

SHEAREZY 2017 Air operated, Upright Shearing Platform (USP).

Galvanised sheet metal construction – very portable with new control features for 2017.

Balanced shearing boom, supports Heiniger EVO plant with flexi-drive included, eliminated ‘catch and drag’, suitable for shearing rams and large sheep.

3 metre lead up ramp with floor activated antibacking gates (described above, recommended).

PEAKHANDLER 2017 Quickly and easily perform a full or bunghole crutch, wigging, pizzle wethers and blow above udder on ewes. Other uses include: foot paring, foot inspection and many other husbandry operations. Air powered multi-purpose sheep handling machine suits Merinos, X-breeds and prime lambs.

JETEZY AUTOMATIC JETTING RACE 2017 The blasts from the jets instantly activate as sheep pass the adjustable sensor, fully galvanised, includes 250L base recovery tank with self-return system of un-used chemical. Solid stream top (10), side (8) and bottom (6) jets will deliver 4 litres per sheep. For easier sheep entry, the 3 metre non-back ramp is recommended.

The Peakhandler allows easy and super-fast processing; suitable for the owner-operator producer or contractor. The air powered rotation is a special time saving and effortless feature.

All galvanised construction for durability. Includes Jump-Stop Frame for inlet ramp.

ATV wheels with ‘air lift’ and drawbar, ‘plug-in’ for moving around the farm.

3 metre Lead-Up Ramp with floor activated antibacking gates.

Twin impeller pump and 40mm delivery hose recommended, but not included.

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PEAKPLUNGE MOBILE SHEEP DIP

PORTABLE SHEEP YARDS

Can provide total sheep lice eradication with 9.5 metres of swim length. Retractable sprung suspension, complete with ramps, catwalks, and self-return recovery tank and hi-lift jack. Selfcontained and fully mobile, override brakes, lights, VIN plate fitted, includes sidewinder heavy duty levelling legs.

PSY-20 Trailer/draft race with floor and removable drawbar, 3-way drafting gates, retractable wheels, converts to loading ramp including 18 panels square galvanised tube 3.3m long, 2 panels filled 2.4m long and 2m gate in frame for force pen and hi-lift jack for raising. Will carry approx. 10 extra panels.

2015 VEE EZY SHEEP CONVEYOR

PSY-50 Trailer with 2 tonne bogie suspension stacked and clamped vertically with 50 panels, assembled 3-way draft race with forcing pens.

Galvanised sheet metal construction, hydraulically driven full width belts, up to 3.2 metres of clear working length each side gently presents sheep in a no-stress immobilized position. The 3 metre weight activated non-back lead up ramp is recommended for directing sheep into the machine. The false floor eliminates the side light baulking potential.

PORTABLE SHEEP YARDS PSY-20 Trailer/draft race with floor and removable drawbar, 3-way drafting gates, retractable wheels, converts to loading ramp including 18 panels square galvanised tube 3.3m long, 2 panels filled 2.4m long and 2m gate in frame for force pen and hi-lift jack for raising. Will carry approx. 10 extra panels.

Vee Ezy with hoses, only with QR couplings.

Vee Ezy with 240 or 415 V power pack.

Vee Ezy with 10 HP Honda hi-performance petrol driven power pack.

3 metre lead up ramp with floor activated antibacking gates (described above).

PSY-50 Trailer with 2 tonne bogie suspension stacked and clamped vertically with 50 panels, assembled 3-way draft race with forcing pens.

DUAL RACE LEAD UP SYSTEM The ultimate in easy-flow lead up system.

Comprises 3 portable sheep yard panels 3.3m long, adjustable width supporting frame, adjustable width supporting frame with entry gates, funnel panels with free swing gate.

SHEEP HANDLER ACCESSORIES Straight 3.3m, 6 rail gal. Square tube RHS. Curved panels – 90 degrees (per pair).

Extendable panel, 1.7 to 2.6m.

Panel ž height sheeted, 2.4m long.

Gate in 50x50 RHS frame, 2m wide.

Crutching plant stand, base with tray and hook Forcing pen including gate and frame.

Drafting race, 3 way free standing, V-sides full floor.

Single race frame.

Single race entry gate in frame.

Twin race support frame.

Twin race entry gates in frame.

PEAKHANDLER PROFESSIONAL TRAILER Fully equipped with Peakhandler, non-backup ramps, Heiniger EVO plant, with flexi-drive for a handpiece, air compressor, and dual race lead up system with forcing pens.

Fitted with colourbond roof and large upholstered fold out shades for operator protection, fluoro lights, RCD circuit breaker, four storage toolboxes, landing legs, over-ride brakes, and VIN plated.

Options and extras available.

Two stand high throughput bogie unit with electric brakes.

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PEAK HILL INDUSTRIES IMMOBILIIZER Sheep Worker The Immobilizer is truly a multi-purpose mobile machine. It provides for husbandry, and other operations - with optional modules added, it is the primary restraining device to enable sheep/lamb weighing and data recording, drafting and crutching etc.

Sheep are gently immobilized and safely restrained.

Suitable for handling all sized lambs and grown sheep including rams.

Many husbandry operations can be performed quickly and easily including drenching, capsule insertion, vaccinating, back-lining, ear tagging, mouthing, crutching, wigging, horn trimming and more.

CONSTRUCTION All steel construction; mostly galvanized sheet metal and precision laser cut components are used. The working parts of the machine are completely enclosed. Two opposing stretched rubber pads, with adjustable tension, are used to restrain each sheep.

The pads are actuated by quick acting air chambers located internally. The unit is compact, and has two 150mm rubber wheels and handles for easy movement over a firm surface by one person.

The Immobilizer can be operated in almost any location and can be quickly and easily set up or broken down for transport. The working height can be adjusted to suit the operator, as well as the width and height for the sheep.

An air compressor, 8-10cfm with pressure available ranging from around 80-120psi is required for operation. A charged 12 volt battery is also required to power the simple electronics.

It can be supplied with a full lead up system, or as a stand-alone unit for permanent use in sheds or yards. The 3 metre galvanized non-back leadup ramp (in two separate linked together pieces) is required for good sheep flow.

A jump-stop frame can be clamped to the ramp which prevents sheep jumping over the next in front. A single or dual race leadup system is the preferred option to guide the sheep into the unit with minimum effort.

OPTIONS & SET UP The Immobilizer is supplied as a base unit and customised with added options as required by the particular sheep enterprise or operation. Weigh beams and electronic scales of almost any brand can be supplied or added later.

With the manually controlled, air operated drafting module, sheep can be easily and quickly segregated into weight ranges. For crutching while the animal is standing, access is created with the addition of the crutching module. A crutching plant stand can also be supplied, which simply sockets into the frame.

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What can I use the Immobilizer for?  Weighing

 Bunghole Crutch

 Vaccinating

 Drafting

 Ear Tagging

 Horn Trimming

 Drenching

 Hand Jetting

 Wigging

 Backlining

 Mouthing

 Capsule

Insertion

OPERATION

MAITENANCE

The “no visual barrier” design, quiet operation, clear see through access and use of the non-back tapered leadup ramp, ensures easy and quick, non-forced self-loading of each sheep into the unit by one person, using little physical effort. Sheep enter the machine singularly and as they move through, they are detected by the electric eye which instantly activates the opposing pads each side of the sheep.

The eye, which is mounted on a slide, can be moved forward or backward to stop the sheep in the required position as it moves through.

No lubrication is required due to the use of nylon brushes in all joints and hinge points. The air system does not require maintenance.

The pressure, which can be regulated, holds the sheep from movement in a totally restrained, upright position. The sheep are released by a push button switch (one on either side) when the operation is complete. The Immobilizer can be operated from either one or both sides at once, and the height can be adjusted for operator comfort.

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PEAKHANDLER The Sheep Handling Machine The Peakhandler is a multi-purpose machine developed for the easy restraint and handling of sheep. The machine has been designed and built for use by the grazier or contractor and it can be operated easily by an inexperienced person. The use of curved, tubular materials in contact areas, plus the ability to regulate the pressure applied to the body of each sheep results in minimal stress and discomfort to the animals during processing.

AIR POWERED

EFFORTLESS

Most farm type air compressors will supply plenty of air to operate the Peakhandler. 10cfm is all that's required. Maximum pressure need not exceed 90psi. The required grabbing force on the sheep is adjusted by the operator’s setting on the air pressure regulator. The air powered rotation pressure can also be regulated as required.

During operation no effort is required at all, just the flick of a handle using one hand. The rollover section of the Peakhandler is air powered with the help of counter-balance of the weight of the sheep held in each of the two cradles, one is inverted, the other standing. Left hand versions of the Peakhandler can be made at request.

THUMB CONTROL

PRECISE

When the operator has completed the job, the grab actuating valve is flicked by the left thumb, the empty cradle instantly grabs the next sheep firmly around the body area. The rollover release handle is then pulled resulting in the sheep lying inverted, comfortable and fully restrained.

You can trust the mechanics. The sheep waiting in the entry ramp enters the machine when the rear gate opens, it sees the sheep leaving the other end and is drawn in. It cannot walk through the machine because the exit gate is closed, when the sheep enters this area its weight depresses the floor which activates a valve, the rear gate is closed under pressure.

AUTOMATIC During the rollover cycle the previously restrained sheep is returned to its feet and released, it walks out the open exit gate. As it vacates the machine, it releases a mechanism which automatically closes the exit gate. As the exit gate closes air is released from the entry gate and it opens allowing the next sheep to enter the machine. The weight of the next sheep triggers an air valve, which activates the air chamber on the rear gate, closing behind the sheep.

SMOOTH The Peakhandler is available with the recommended leadup ramp/race. The dual 1.5m (3m) ramp has two small gates, one half way and one at the entrance, which are held open by springs until a sheep moves past, the weight on the floor activates the gate to close, preventing the sheep from reversing. A complete leadup system can be supplied to help facilitate a smooth, easy flow of sheep to the machine.

SAFE AND FRIENDLY The risk of injuring sheep through breaking legs, bruising, crushing etc is eliminated with the use of the Peakhandler. It is user-friendly and safe, eliminating bending, dragging, lifting and pulling, as well as the risk of being kicked or injured by an unrestrained animal is also eliminated.

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NO BACK-BENDING With the sheep held inverted, a full crutch can be performed without any back-bending at all. The head and tail rests raise each end of the sheep to allow easy wigging and crutching without obstruction. A flexible drive cable driving the handpiece is manoeuvrable and is the preferred equipment for crutching. Drenching, vaccinating wet and drying and teeth grinding can also be performed. High throughput and accurate results without stress can be VERY FAST achieve with ultra-sound scanning.

ADJUSTABLE To suit the back height of the sheep, each cradle is vertically adjustable with a crank. Cradle length is telescopic, the head and tail rests as well as the near side of each cradle can be correctly adjusted. For use with wethers, the four grabbing pegs in the cradle can be extended and moved to suit the size of the sheep allowing good access to the pizzle. Alternative convex grabs are also supplied which better suit ewe handling. The entry and exit gate positions are adjustable to suit length and standing position of sheep.

When crutching, 2-3 sheep per minute can be processed by an experienced operator and helper.

The handpiece is not turned off between sheep. If foot treatment, paring or inspection is being performed, the Peakhandler can be set to one of the lower height settings on the four supporting legs to allow the ideal position of the feet.

Throughput can be very fast and freshly shorn sheep can be easily handled. Cradle attachments can be supplied for lambs and smaller sheep. Air operated foot parers are most suitable, a full pressure quick coupling outlet is provided on the machine.

PORTABLE

LOW MAINTENANCE, PRACTICAL DESIGN No specially made parts are used, all are readily available, and many are stocked by hardware stores.

All components are durable and long wearing. The air system requires no lubrication, filtering or servicing.

Daily lubrication of all moving parts with an oil pot is the only requirement. Storage under cover is desirable.

The Peakhandler will fit in a 6’ x 4’ box trailer or can be easily loaded into a ute or tray back, 6" rubber wheels are attached to one end with fold down handles at the other for easy movement on a firm surface. Operations can be carried out in the woolshed, in permanent or mobile yards in remote locations. Units can be set up on purpose built trailers (2 types) for larger or contract operations; Drop Trailer or Peak Pro Trailer.

THE BOTTOM LINE… SAVE MONEY Calculate the dollars you will save with a PEAKHANDLER investment With hundreds of Peakhandlers now in operation throughout Australia. Many operators are enjoying the benefits this cost effective machine can produce. The cost of a machine can be saved in less than a year by the use of farm sourced labour operating a Peakhandler for crutching.

Other side benefits include secondary husbandry operations which can be performed at the same time, reducing mustering and stressful handling.

For professional contractors, graziers and authorities using the Peakhandler in foot treatment or inspection work, the sheer savings in ‘on the job’ labour as well as very fast throughput, mobility, low maintenance and operating costs has resulted in many profitable enterprises.

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SHEAREZY The SHEAREZY is designed to enable the shearer, either experienced or a novice, to effectively and easily shear sheep whilst in the upright, standing position and to contain the wool as a complete, intact fleece presented ready for classing. Good tallies can be achieved after mastering a technique. The machine can be set as a single stand, or multiple units can be coupled together.

They can be fixed to a trailer for use as a portable shearing shed. As a single unit it is portable and can easily be moved by two people to be set up in any location, typically in a wool shed, in machinery sheds or in the paddock.

LEAD UP An efficient lead-up and race system is recommended for a smooth flow of sheep into the machine. A farm type air compressor which will deliver approx. 8cfm at 100psi is required to provide power to the machine. A conventional wide comb hand piece, coupled to a flexible cable shaft, can be driven by a conventional overhead plant mounted on the adjustable stand on the ShearEzy.

ENTRY Individual sheep enter the elevated compartment through an inclined ramp. A decoy pen can be attached to the other end of the machine where a sheep can be placed to draw the following sheep into the machine (this is not always necessary and takes up space). When multiple units are arranged in line, this decoy pen then becomes a bridge into the next machine.

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TRANSFER When the operator requires a sheep for shearing a thumb controlled air valve is activated which clamps the body of a waiting sheep in the elevated compartment. A second valve is then used to transfer the sheep from the standing position to the back down totally inverted on the manipulating rollers.

RESTRAINT While the transfer mechanism still has the sheep clamped and restrained in this inverted position, the rear feet are clamped to air operated padded clamps. At this time the front legs are also placed in special manipulating hooks. Another air valve is then actuated which applies regulated horizontal pressure, stretching the sheep across the rollers which support its weight, at the same time the transfer mechanism is released which retracts back to the elevated compartment. The automatic inlet gate allows another sheep into the empty compartment to await the above described process.

ROTATION While the sheep is initially on its back the belly wool is removed, the neck is opened up, the crutch and inside of the legs are cleaned up.

Each main segment of the body is shorn by "long blows", as each section is completed, the sheep is rotated 60 degrees by the operator depressing an air valve button with his knee. The sheep rotates toward the operator as the wool falls away into the tray below which contains the whole fleece.

MANIPULATION Tension is applied to stretch the skin of the sheep to allow for smoother blows and reduce second cuts. During the manipulation process the front end of the sheep's body can be bent banana shaped toward the operator, stretching the skin the full length of its side. Clamping action of the rollers tighten the skin around the belly area. Closing and spreading of the front legs allows access to the neck area. These are all air powered operations controlled by the shearer as required during each sequence of the process.

CLEAN UP When a sheep is shorn, it is then released by the tilting of the rollers. Another air valve is triggered which ejects the fleece out the rear of the machine into a holding tray which is at knee height - no wool actually reaches the floor. Shearing of the next sheep can be performed before the previous fleece is removed from the tray.

DROP TRAILER Suitable for Immobilizer, Peakhandler & VeeEzy Fully sprung suspension.

Lowers down with jack and trailer, sits flat on the ground allowing you to work straight off the trailer with minimal unpacking and setting up.

Checker plate flooring.

Ramps easily pack up onto trailer for transport.

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THERMOSKIN Weather Protection for Shorn Sheep WHAT IS THERMOSKIN ThermoSkin is a lanolin based liquid that is sprayed onto sheep after shearing. It reduces the risk of mortality by keeping them warm. It forms a fine, totally natural film which covers the animal and can be applied to all ages and breeds of sheep; more successfully on sheep scored 2 and higher.

HOW THERMOSKIN WORKS

When cold, sheep will seek shelter, huddle together and shiver to create body warmth. Sheep lose condition because they are not grazing. Six minutes after running through the ThermoSkin spray unit, the sheep have stopped shivering and can graze comfortably.

ThermoSkin liquid is pumped directly from a 25L container through a portable automatic spray unit to create a fine mist that shorn sheep run through in a few seconds. The mist covers the whole animal (the tips of the wool and any bare skin), including the stomach. It does not block the pizzle, anus or vulva of the animal.

ThermoSkin can be used directly with solvent based lice treatments - NOT WATER BASED. If sheep are exposed to water based treatments (backline), they must be TOTALLY DRY before treating with ThermoSkin.

It is:  Protection for sheep that have been traditionally shorn or biologically defleeced  Physiologically harmless  Environmentally friendly  100% biodegradable and contains all natural ingredients  Safe and does not damage or affect the wool  Easily scoured out of wool ThermoSkin Plus is a version of ThermoSkin with the addition of UV absorbers to prevent sunburn. These UV ingredients are expensive and make it a much more complex manufacturing process, which all adds to the cost of the product. ThermoSkin Plus is therefore only made to order.

It can be used on naked sheep, on the ears and rump which are very vulnerable to sunburn. It has also been used when the biological harvesting nets have split and failed, exposing the sheep to sun damage.

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Sheep only require up to 50mls per animal, and it dries within 2 minutes of application. Sheep can be exposed to rain 10-15 minutes after application and it will not affect the efficiency of the product.

ThermoSkin assists with maintaining preshorn condition and supports a constant body temperature. With ThermoSkin, shorn sheep are protected from wind chill even if they lie on wet grass.

ThermoSkin is a sheep management tool that saves sheep from the impact of cold weather, thereby improving productivity by providing peace of mind and minimising unnecessary checks after shearing.

BENEFITS Make more money by using ThermoSkin because:  There are no setbacks for sheep after shearing sheep maintain preshorn condition and can gain weight. Better conditioned and heavier sheep attract higher prices.  Nicks and cuts heal quicker allowing sales to take place earlier, putting money in your pockets earlier.  Earlier sales means a saving on feed.  It reduces stock losses in shorn animals, so there are more sheep to sell.  There is no need to use coats, so you can reduce labour costs of rugging and initial cost of the coats.

Have less stress because  ThermoSkin reduces stress to the sheep, sheep don't suffer.  There are no worries about stock losses.  You can shear any time of year, even in winter months if it suits management. Enjoy the flexibility.  There is no need to use sheds.  There is no need to use snow combs.

KEEP CONDITION Think about how much it costs you when sheep lose condition after shearing.

Sheep treated with ThermoSkin after shearing maintain and improve condition. Most have a positive weight gain, some achieving gains of 3.34.0kgs 15-17 days after application. When you use ThermoSkin, shorn sheep feed straight away and do not experience a check.

TESTIMONIALS 

"The real difference ThermoSkin makes is that the day after shearing, the sheep and goats are feeding at day break in frost, wind or rain. The result is animals are growing their fleece and gaining weight, optimising joining potential - all from day one.

And for us, it takes out the continual stress over the weather."

Ian and Helen Cathles, Wee Jasper.

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"We also found that despite the terrible weather, our instance of preg tox was also reduced by the use of ThermoSkin, with the ewes returning to the paddock so much happier." Andrew and Max Rayner, Mudgee.

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"We ran shorn sheep through at 6pm in the evening. That night there was a couple of inches of snow, but we had no losses as the sheep were not freezing and tucked up behind every log and stick they could find. After treating sheep with ThermoSkin they are out feeding and better off right from the word go." Bill Fletcher, Berridale.

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POWER MATIC WOOL PRESS

Cam locks-on side pack clamps and top box

Local, high quality screw top cylinders Safety bars fitted, front and rear

No loose pack clamps inside!

(Loose clamps front and rear only)

Load cell digital scales

Large capacity oil tank and quiet low rev piston pump

Built by MACBro Industries Pty Ltd, Ballarat VIC 3350 41

Community Partnerships Moses & Son Woolbrokers, together with Bluechip Livestock, are committed to giving back to the community.

It has been our ongoing long term philosophy to support local charities and events that make a difference to the communities in which we service.

We believe in a bright future for the wool industry and support those events and individuals that share our vision and passion.

Moses & Son are proud major sponsors of the Peter Westblade Scholarship. Pictured the 2018 Scholarship Recipients Joe Walden & Anna Cotton.

Quick Shears and other Wool Industry sponsorships are at the forefront to ensure a sustainable industry.

Moses & Son are proud sponsors of the Don Brown Memorial Maiden Ewe Competition. The Stuckey family’s Murtonga Pastoral, “Homesworth”, Condobolin, won the prestigious Don Brown Memorial trophy in its 38th year.

Pictured is Condobolin Show Society president, David McDonald watching the presentation by George Brown (Don Brown’s son) to Allen and Peter Stuckey. *photo courtesy of The Land

We are very proud supporters of junior sport across the region. Love to see the little ones and their parents out and about. Thanks Temora Dragons for the picture.

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Butts 4 Buck$ Help us continue our support!

In 2017/18 we donated $23,041 to local community

Sell your butts, bags & bales of wool* to Moses & Son and we will donate 10c/kg to a registered not-for-profit organisation or club of your CANCER PATIENTS ASSISTANCE (NDR)

CANASSIST TEMORA

$1216.30

$2,910.20

KURRAJONG WARATAH $1,377.00 YOUNG RUGBY UNION FC

$1,184.80

TALLIMBA PRIMARY SCHOOL P&C $1,011.30 *Wool purchased by Moses & Son through our Private Purchase Rehandle Facility, does not include wool sold at Auction.

Note: Not-for-Profit clubs & organisations are required to apply to be a part of the program.

Please call 6977 3100 for more information.

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UNLOADING SAFETY Moses & Son is committed to a safe work environment for the health, safety & welfare of our employees, contractors, visitors & members of the public who may be affected by our work.

For the safety of all drivers & operators we would appreciate your cooperation with the safe unloading of trucks.

1. Please give us a call to let us know you are heading in & how many bales you have on.

2. Upon arrival, park between the yellow lines at a safe distance from any other trucks.

Drivers, if you haven’t been to our site before, please ask our staff members for assistance.  Hi-Vis shirt/vest should be worn at all times whilst on site.  Follow directions of the forklift operator when driving into unloading area.  Hand over paperwork (Classer Specie) for unloading to the forklift operator.  Prior to unloading, the forklift operator will inspect the load for “in transit movement” & instability.

If the load appears unstable, the forklift should be used to straighten the load BEFORE straps etc. are released  Remain in any of the Designated Safety Zones or in cab whilst unloading is occurring.  Speak with the forklift operator when there is a requirement to shift curtains/bars/gates or a check on the loading.  Do not move into the unloading area until the forklift has come to a stop with handbrake applied, or, the forklift has moved a safe distance away (3m safety exclusion zone).  Drivers must not close curtains on the opposite side of truck, whilst unloading is occurring. The Forklift Operator will cease unloading if this occurs.  Drivers must adhere to site traffic plans & pedestrian walkways, when moving around the site.  Upon completion of unloading; the Forklift Operator will advise that straps may be rolled etc., & the truck may depart from the area.

Load Schedule for 1st & 2nd Decks (guide only)

DRIVERS – BEFORE YOU UNSTRAP!

Load Schedule for 3rd Deck (guide only)

1. Look up and assess the load for unstable bales.

2. If bales have shifted, ask a forklift driver to straighten them.

3. Unstrap and move to safety zone, truck cabin or tea room.

Load Schedule for 4th Deck (guide only) If you would like more information or assistance with ensuring a safe load that won’t shift in transit, or to enquire about our convenient onfarm pick up service, please get in touch with your local store or WTO.

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What our customers’ are saying‌ Selling wool through Moses is easy and hassle free. The processing of the clip through to sale is efficient and well documented. I will be using them again this year. ~ John Shady & Sons The most valuable thing you do for us is bulk classing I REALLY appreciate you handling our small lots of wool. Thank you. ~ G. Row

An excellent business and a pleasure to deal with. ~ C. Davey Moses and Son provide an excellent service and are our preferred supplier for sheep and animal husbandry items needed on farm. The staff at Narrandera are excellent at supplying and obtaining additional requirements on request and are a delight to deal with. The wool services are great and we particularly appreciated the loan of bale scales when our TPW press went crazy re bale weights this year. Congrats to all the team! ~ BD & JL Marwood Friendly advice with the technology to back their advice up. ~ P. Stimson I have been a very satisfied client for close on forty years. ~ Stoney Hill

All services and staff are excellent, very happy with the service. ~ DF & JA Thompson

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“Their extra services have helped us increase our productivity through improvements in animal health. We are very impressed with the animal health seminars, so much so we have held two in our own shed, inviting our near neighbours to come and access the wealth of information and improve their bottom lines too.” Glen Hartwig, Cambrai Farming Temora David says, that Bluechip Livestock’s innovative marketing strategy, which utilizes the trial data, has provided him with increased returns for his highly ranked sheep. “Marketing the potential profitability of my sale stock to the buyers ensures a premium. Everyone Wins!” ~ David Glasson, Jimenbuen Dalgety “We have been impressed by the professional and practical nutrition advice provided through Moses and Son including feed lotting lambs and options for flock management for lambing ewes in drought.” ~Graham and David McDonald, North Condo Condobolin “Encouraging to have an innovative business in the industry that are actively seeking to improve producer’s productivity and bottom line”.

“Over all extremely happy with service & recommend Moses and Son whenever asked about who we use as our wool broker.”

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Cover photograph courtesy of Rachael Lenehan Photography *Terms and conditions apply. Stocks are subject to availability. Product descriptions are derived from information provided by suppliers. Returns subject to Moses & Son Merchandise Returns Policy. Specifications may change.

Accurate as of September 2018.

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We recognise the need to have continuous development and growth in our operation, on our clients' farm and in www.mosesandson.com.au the industry.

We demonstrate this by:

enquiry@mosesandson.com.au

• Intern program and development of our staff, providing opportunities

for the “Young Guns".

• A focus on Precision Sheep Management.

• Regional Centres – Minimise freight, cost efficient delivery to Sydney and Melbourne.

• State of the art wool handling facilities.

• Support of Youth programs – (PWS, National Merino Challenge, Shearing Schools etc.

• Direct involvement in Industry boards and committees.

We want every client to be at the top of their game.

Our team are empathetic to the needs and demands on farmers (we were/are farmers).

• Emphasise the role of genetics.

• Promote industry best clip preparation.

• Promote nutrition management and practical calendar of operations.

• Sound Marketing advice – Forwards, realistic valuations based on market knowledge.

• Shearing Advances.

Temora Store

Wagga Store

Condobolin Store

1-3 Ironbark Street, Temora NSW 2666

Micabil Rd, 1 Dangar Place, Providing a simple and effective service.

Condobolin NSW 2877 Gumly Gumly NSW 2650

02 6977 3100

• R&D tailored for commercial outcomes.02 6895 2851 02 6922 7077

• We won’t sell you something you don’t need.

• Transparent fees and charges.

• Our staff act with integrity when doing business.

• Our aim is to make you more profitable and your sheep operation efficient.

• Pre-Shearing visits, clip analysis, handlers, product advice.

West Wyalong Store

Narrandera Store

Young Store

Central Road West Wyalong NSW 2671

203 Irrigation Way, Narrandera NSW 2700

2/312 Boorowa Street, Young NSW 2594

02 6959 1209

02 6382 5340

02 6972 4162

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