Northern Farming Lifestyles, April 2015

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“We’ve got some big decisions to make and we really need feedback from our communities to do it. People can have their say on all the key issues, or just the ones that interest them and they are not limited to what’s in the document,” said chairman Bill Shepherd.

“Councillors formally signed off the proposals for their Long Term Plan 2015–2025, recently.

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Jackie looks after the stock most of the time as I am a contract fencer. “I construct all varieties of fences and was fencing on deer farms in Northland in the 1980s and I grew to like and appreciate the animals and their personalities. “They are very intelligent and I enjoyed being around them so we decided to branch into the industry,� says Richard

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hand as they do not all come on at the same time.

“A licence is required to remove the whole antler stick and the stag is able to regrow the velvet the next year, for around 12 years. The velvet mostly goes to China and Korea for making medicine.

The venison goes to Europe and America. America is the biggest market by value but Europe by volume. At 15–18 months the deer is taken for venison.

“They are very similar to running beef in general stock movements,” he says.

“The breeding stags go out in midMarch with fawns starting to arrive in mid-October. They mostly produce single births and the fawns tend to stay hidden for the first 10 days, often planting themselves in long grass or bushes. This is when it is vital to be aware of where they are as ticks can smother the two to three kilogram fawn and bleed them dry of blood. Ticks and lungworm are the two main health issues deer have.

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Richard is currently the chairman for the Northland branch of the NZ Deer Farmers Association.

“Deer Industry New Zealand is the corporate body which has processors and farmers on it.

“The Deer Farmers Association is the farmer side and the voice for farmers — they take problems and concerns to the industry leaders in Wellington for discussion and problem solving.

“The future is looking at a succession plan for retirement and working out what to do. I will always have deer, their personalities are great and they are good to work with. I also enjoy fishing and travel but my main interest is the farm and the fencing industry,” says Richard.

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Karla Frost is a third generation farmer who grew up on her parents’ pedigree Ayrshire cattle farm in Towai and she has won the NZ Dairy, Northland Farm Manager of the Year contest.

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She also enjoys equestrian and outdoor activities like fishing. Farming is her life and she enjoys catching up with friends and family. She has an older brother who works for Opus Engineering and an older sister who is a nurse.

“My family are very supportive of my career. My grandparents come to visit and my grandfather gives me helpful tips,” she says.

This is the second year she has competed in the NZ Dairy Industry awards. Last year she came third, entering to gain experience and to get valuable feedback on how she was progressing in her career.

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he attended Kamo High School and gained a Bachelor of Agriscience majoring in Agriculture from Massey University.

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Karla is the manager of the 85 hectare farm and is fully hands on in all areas of the property rewarding and varied. “This particular farm has a high profile and is owned

by Fonterra. Everything we do has to be done to the best practice standards and decisions can’t just be made. I have learnt a lot because everything has to be justified. We need to set an example so there’s no cutting corners.

“I get to work with a really great group of people as the farm itself is run by a community of industry specialists and local farmers. The learning environment is really good and I get taught by the best. As a research farm, everything is done properly and we have meetings and make decisions as a group. I then carry out the plans and make the day to day decisions.

“My belief is there is no better way to learn than being hands on and

since this position is sole-charge, it is my responsibility to ensure all goals are achieved.

“We have a nice crossbred herd on 84 hectares and being fully involved is all part of the job, including the management technical side.

“We grow turnips and import palm kernel and maize for feed. There is a lot of recording of exactly how many kilograms of feed the cattle eat every day and we measure the grass and supplements for accuracy so we can tell how much feed gives how much productivity. We know the exact production result each amount of feed gives.

“I am staying in this position for another year. We are changing to a new project of what we are researching and I will get that up and running.

“My plan is to progress through the industry and go sharemilking in the future but it will be a matter of waiting for it to be a financially feasible option and then moving up to farm ownership ideally.

“Being young and female, it takes people a little while to realise I am the manager. There are not as many women in the industry but it is becoming more and more normal to have female staff.

“Kaipara is a great place to live. It is close to the beaches and there is lots to do. It is close enough to home but far enough away to have my own career in the industry.”

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to a larger 50% sharemilking position in the future.

“I don’t think anyone was surprised when they were named the winners at the end of the night, as the merit awards proved they are very strong across all areas of their farm business,” said Northland regional managers Ian Douglas and Rowena Butterworth-Boord.

Amongst the other winners were Karla Frost who won the 2015 Northland Farm Manager of the Year contest for her work on a Dargaville farm, and Mike Jensen, the region’s 2015 Dairy Trainee of the Year. The runners-up in the Northland Sharemilker/Equity Farmer of the Year contest were Okaihau equity sharemilkers Grant and Danielle Petterd.

Karla Frost will work with a group of industry experts and leading farmers as the farm manager for Northland’s Agricultural Research Farm.

The Dargaville farm milks 250 cows and provides a beneficial learning environment for Miss Frost.

“The work here involves incredible amounts of monitoring and recording and it is essential that everything is done accurately and in line with best practice. I believe that this is a key strength as high standards are expected

in every aspect of the farming system. I feel that there is no better way to learn and as the position is sole-charge it is my personal responsibility to ensure that this is achieved.”

She says she learnt a lot by coming third in last year’s competition. “I had the chance to meet a huge range of farmers and industry specialists.

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The Dairy Trainee of the Year, Mike Jensen, entered the dairy awards to improve his farming skills and knowledge.

The 31-year-old has previously worked as a bricklayer, construction worker and in oyster farming.

Mr Jensen began his dairy farming career in 2011 and is working on a Waipapa farm owned by Peter Thorpe as 2IC, milking 500 cows.

He moves to a herd manager’s role in June and aims to be contract milking within five years.

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The plant extends a great amount of energy, captured from the sun and transferred to carbon (humus) compounds, building root cells, excreting high energy mucigel into the soil, alongside the root surface, expanding this microbial garden mulch to the benefit of both plant and microorganisms. The organisms enjoy the luxury of this highly nutritious food source which encourages microbial growth. Components of mucigel exudates are: amino acids, vitamins, sugars, tannins, alkaloids, phosphatides, indole, salicylic acid, nucleic acid, tartaric acid, oxalic acid, malic acid, nitric acid, citric acid — all beneficial to life both below and above the soil. In a live, living soil there are a myriad of things happening that not only benefit the plant and the micro organisms, but

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transfer on as benefit for animals, farms and farmers. As the soil biology numbers grow so does the increase in soil water retention, soil drainage capacity, topsoil, carbon, nitrogen and all other minerals stored in the organic matter of the soil courtesy of the microorganisms, to be taken as required by the plant.

This magic system has been pumping away on our planet for millions of years. Its Mother Nature’s formula that has not only provided for all life on the planet, but has kept it sustainable and regenerating, without external interference — how amazing is that!

The United Nations have declared 2015 as the year of the soils.

According to the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations), “soil is a finite resource, meaning its loss and degradation is not recoverable within a human lifespan. As a core component of land resources, agricultural development and ecological sustainability, is the basis for food, feed, fuel and fibre production and for many critical ecosystem services.” It is therefore a highly valuable natural resource, yet it is often overlooked. The natural area of productive soils is limited.

Under an agrochemical system of farming I believe that this statement would be correct.

However, on a monitored dairy farm in Northland operating under a BioGro certified program, and using Agrissentials Rok Solid full spectrum solid fertiliser and our Oceans 100 liquid fertiliser, over an 8 year period we increased the topsoil of 50mm depth on a clay base, down to 200mm to 250mm deep. The soil on this farm was so alive that it was spongy to walk on and the farmer was feeding out hay from a 2 wheel drive, cut down, Toyota Lite Ace van, during winter which is unbelievable on any clay based soil in Northland.

So, by using the best on earth fertilisers, the anecdotal evidence confirms that you can regenerate and increase top soil depth, for better production and it won’t take a lifetime.

This month we are kicking off our national roadshow that’s coming to a town near you. Join us for a free afternoon to find out how to get better fertility & better production with John K Morris, CEO of Agrissentials NZ Ltd {afternoon tea will also be provided}. Please call 0800 THE KEY (0800 843 539) to reserve your spot today: Waipu: Waipu Bowling Club, 4a South Road Wed 15th April 1-3pm Kerikeri: Kingston House, 123 Hone Heke Road Thurs 16th April 1-3pm Or, freephone 0800 THE KEY that’s 0800 843 539 today for a FREE INFO PACK or you can contact your friendly representative Mike Jujnovich (Northland) on 021 669 059 or Angela Young (Far North) on 027 886 3570 to find out how we can make your farm more successful.

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The possibilities of possums The launching of a Fur Council website signifies the beginning of a united fur industry.

The website aims to encourage understanding of the fur industry, whilst providing information to the public about of the unique qualities of possum fur and the benefits that fur harvesting can have on the environment.

It is also hoped that the website will help increase national and international demand for New Zealand made possum products.

New Zealand Fur Council chairman Neil Mackie says, “The possum fur industry is a growing industry already worth $130 million to the New Zealand economy annually.

“It’s important that people understand the industry, its contribution and potential for growth. This website is about collaboration and making Possum yarn garment, sure there is a balanced view ‘The Noble Savage’ designed by Maree McLean in regards to possum fur and harvesting. ensure hunters and trappers have access “Given the general public’s concern to DOC land. for animal welfare and conservation, The council consists of harvesters, it is important that facts and science collection agencies, yarn spinners and are at the forefront of any debate,” knitters and represents 90% of the New Neil says.

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Silver Fern Farms are inviting shareholders to apply for a new Cooperative Governance Scholarship initiated by Silver Fern Farms in cooperation with the Burnside Hart Cooperative Education Trust.

Up to two annual scholarships are available for farmer shareholders to assist them in applying for the Fonterra Governance Development Programme and sit for a year as an observer on the Silver Fern board.

The Burnside Hart Trust is administering the scholarships, of up to $20,000 which will subsidise the course fees and board participation.

The Trust is a charitable entity established in 2008 by Silver Fern Farms to advance education and leadership training to those interested in enhancing their personal and governance skills for the benefit of the primary sector.

The Fonterra programme is an advanced course on cooperative governance for aspiring farmer directors. Chairman Rob Hewett says the Silver Fern board recognises a responsibility to grow the skills of aspiring farmer directors for the future.

“Through the scholarship we intend to support those farmers who

want to develop their capabilities to take on significant leadership roles in agriculture in the future. It is suitable for those looking for governance roles in New Zealand agri-business cooperatives,” he said.

“We need motivated farmers to take a stake in the value chain, to develop themselves so they have the skills and capacity to take a leading role in their cooperative in the future.

Our business and many other agribusiness cooperatives in New Zealand are large, complex entities.

“To maintain farmer control, we need to ensure our farmer shareholders have the opportunity to develop their governance skills so when opportunities in their cooperative appear, they are ready to go.”

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The bag limit for paradise shelducks has been raised to 25 birds per day. With the population recovering from recent declines and the increase in the number of complaints about crop damage, Northland Fish & Game Council felt that a higher limit was justified. There will still be a summer season

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for Paradise Shelduck. There will be an increased opportunity to hunt black swans during the special summer season. The Northland Fish & Game Council has decided that current harvest is not keeping up with black swan reproductions, so they added them to the summer season to provide hunters with increased hunting opportunities.

Northland Fish & Game enforcing game laws Each year, Northland Fish & Game rangers check game bird hunters to make sure that everyone is playing by the rules. Northland has one of the lower rates of offenders in the country, but we still find a few hunters who do not play by the rules. Hunting without a licence is the most common offence followed by using lead shot.

Please remember that you are required to purchase a hunting licence and if caught your firearm will be confiscated and you may be prosecuted for offences under the Wildlife Act. By not purchasing a game bird hunting licence, you are not only stealing from others who purchase a licence, but your licence purchase goes to habitat improvement and waterfowl management to make sure that future generations can enjoy game bird hunting.

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1 teaspoon ground coriander seeds 2 teaspoons ground cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cardamon seeds 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 2 sticks lemongrass (inner white part only), finely sliced 6 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped 1 large onion, peeled and chopped 4 cm piece ginger, peeled and chopped 1 tbsp shrimp paste 10 large dried chillies, soaked in warm water (remove seeds if you do not want a very hot curry) Method: Combine ground spices (coriander, cumin, cinnamon, cardamon, cloves) in a frying pan and stir over medium heat till fragrant. Place all remaining ingredients together with the roasted spices in a food processor and blend into a smooth paste.

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their time to protect our resources. They are a dedicated group of game bird hunters that give up their own hunting time to make sure that everyone can enjoy their sport.

Land occupier rights explained In the past there has been a lot of confusion about land occupier rights when it comes to game bird shooting without a licence. The Wildlife Act 1953 states that ‘only the occupier of any land, and the spouse and any one son or daughter of the occupier may hunt on that land only without having to hold a game bird hunting licence’. The occupier is a person whose permanent and

principal place of residence is on the land including the owner, or manager, or sharemilker.

Where there are several such occupiers, one of these people must be appointed to be the occupier for game bird hunting purposes in a notice signed by all of the people involved and appointed for the whole game bird season.

If you have any questions about land occupier rights, feel free to contact Northland Fish & Game.

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Kiwi farms run on diesel power — from burly utes to rugged tractors. And now a new diesel UTV brings that power to even more jobs around the farm.

Adding to its already impressive range of models, Polaris have announced the impending arrival of the 2015 Ranger 1000 Diesel HD (Heavy Duty) — built specifically for the New Zealand and Australian markets.

That HD tag indicates the inclusion of a suite of heavy duty upgrades, beefing up the Ranger for the hard knocks Kiwi farming is famous for. Add in electronic power steering and engine braking with 4-Wheel descent control to combat New Zealand’s hilly terrain, and this dieselpowered workhorse begins to look like just what the doctor ordered.

The 2015 Ranger 1000 Diesel HD receives a number of upgrades over the 2014 model, including being built on the more modern Ranger XP platform.

Styling has been given a fast-forward too, and under all that rakish bodywork sits a powerful 1,028cc Diesel Engine, up from 900 cc in the previous iteration.

A massive 110 Amp Alternator is bolted to this diesel mill, cranking out the kind of power usually associated with utes. And a new, tough cab frame keeps riders safe, even in the worst conditions.

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The 1,028cc Kohler Diesel under the hood is a 3 cylinder overhead cam liquidcooled symphony of power. This proven, high performance mill utilises indirect injection to deliver smooth torque and reduced combustion noise. The big donk also delivers a class-leading 907kg towing capacity, 680kg payload capacity and helps haul a rear dump box with gas-assist dumping operation that can carry up to 454kg of materials and a full-sized pallet.

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Green machines a versatile choice

by Andy Bryenton

There was a wealth of agricultural power on display at the recent Northland Field Days, with machines manufactured in many nations competing for attention from the farming public.

But, as at immense agricultural expos such as Europe’s giant Agritechnica, one of the most noticeable brands was liveried in smart green and black.

Deutz Fahr’s range of tractors lived up to their reputation as the ‘Mercedes Benz of Farming’, displaying a range which covered a wide scope of applications, from row cropping through to the toughest tasks in pasture management.

It was little surprise that the big German marque put on a good showing.

Their 9 series of large 270-hp-plus machines have just received the award for best design in the coveted European Golden Tractor competition.

That same philosophy of meticulous engineering is apparent in the smaller, more versatile 5 and 6 series tractors which excited a lot of attention at our local Field Days.

This may be because of the advances in fuel economy, power, stability and ease of operation which have marked out Deutz Fahr as a market leading innovator. Certainly, these machines are made to pass the very stringent European Union emissions standards, and do so with a suite of technological engine advancements which also aim to save fuel. But there’s also the fact that the ‘Mercedes Benz’ comparison also extends to the comfort and logical layout of the 5 and 6 series’ cab — a place where spending hours behind the controls seems a lot less like a chore.

With tractors in the ‘mid range’ horsepower band a popular choice with farmers looking for a versatile, multi-role machine, it’s good to know that, at Deutz Fahr at least, top-tier technologies aren’t

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Awards, as Deutz Fahr knows, come and go, and there are always more to strive for.

But the measure of a good tractor is found out in the field, season by season — and that is the victory they are pursuing with their mid-sized tractors here in the Kaipara.

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Remaining stable Log prices have remained mostly stable this month.

Domestic prices are unchanged and export prices have dropped only NZ$2–$3 per cubic metre at the wharf gate.

Meanwhile the New Zealand domestic market has very much swung to demand exceeding supply and in the export segment, very much the reverse.

Export prices have been impacted by what has been a softening phase centred on a less than buoyant China demand profile. As reported last month, the situation in China is less than desirable with lack of credit and cash together with low numbers of new construction starts being the order of the day.

On the positive side in tier one cities in China, house prices appear to have bottomed out and in a few cases started to lift again.

Overall, the majority of comment suggests expectations and sentiment are now less negative than pre Chinese new year. However, in this key market for NZ Forest growers it is looking like it is not going to print anything other than average to mediocre for at least Q2 and Q3 in 2015.

Once again we see local sawmills offering price points that at least match and if not exceed those available at the wharf gate.

However it is also important to note the local sawmills prefer the best logs in the forest or woodlot. This reflects the local focus on producing lumber for the Christchurch house framing market.

Because the cartage distance is generally less to the local sawmill than the port, the forest owner can expect the best prices for this target market.

Of some concern is to see the local mills almost starving for logs with some having to manage usage and supply on a day to day basis.

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This drop reflects prices now in a 10year low on a CIF (landed in China in US$) basis. The NZ wharf gate situation has been much less pronounced with now some of the lowest shipping costs in 15 years and a declining US$/Kiwi$ exchange rate ensuring prices on a NZ$ basis have remained in a $5 per cubic metre band.

The situation in China is as critical to the NZ sawmiller as it is to the log exporter. If China prices continue to drop then the harvest volumes can also be expected to decline as forest owners close their gates. This will inevitably starve the local sawmills of logs unless they can find a way to compete in the lower quality export log segment.

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Harvest of forests in China is a significant proportion of the total cut and China has very large costs for domestic logs including often carting them over long distances.

It is for this reason we believe the current situation is nearing the bottom of the current cycle. The big issue for both sides at present is that the current situation in China is not log price but demand. For a China sawmill owner the majority of cutting is done to order in a factory style basis.

At present post CNY orders have started to come in but they are often small and short term. In this context, if the sawmill does not have any orders, then they will not want logs at any price.

It is therefore a major turnaround in demand that everyone is looking out for.

I will be in the China market late March so will be able to report more in next month’s report.

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After an extensive period of renovation and upgrades, an unassuming building on the approach to Dargaville is now home to a new branch of a dynamic Northland rural support company,

bringing new expertise and new products to the aid of Kaipara farmers.

“It was important that we used the services of local tradespeople during our renovation,” says Northland Farm Services owner and manager Bronwyn Shaw.

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“Not only have they helped us do a great job getting ready for our grand opening, but it was also a chance to build bridges, meet the locals and establish ties with the community.”

That kind of hyper-local attitude has seen the company, which Bronwyn and husband Garry bought over 25 years ago, become a familiar name to farmers both here, and in their Whangarei base of operations. Strategically allied with big names in farming, such as Waikato Milking systems, the Northland Farm Services team reasoned that the time was right for an expansion.

The company’s level of expertise is formidable, covering all manner of important facets of the rural industry.

From effluent systems to valves and pump fittings, milking systems through to water filtration and irrigation, there’s a wealth of good advice to back up the stockpile of product in their new Dargaville branch. Of special consideration right now is the issue of

water exclusion — one which is set to come under increased scrutiny from industry giant Fonterra in their ongoing push for quality management. But in designing, sourcing and installing all manner of on-farm systems, Bronwyn’s team — headed up by new Dargaville store manager Denise Trumper — reckon they have the territory covered from start to finish.

With the paint dried, the signs going up, and a showroom full of top-flight products ready to hit the field, Northland Farm Services plan for further expansion in the near future, replacing their rotation of technical staff out of Whangarei with newly trained and accredited locals. The challenges of today, and of tomorrow, will be all the more simple to overcome with a top team on call.

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Two secrets to healthy hooves We all know that having a healthy herd is paramount to good business.

There is also the feel good factor knowing that you are looking after your animals. A key part of herd health is the hoof. We all know that a cow with a damaged hoof can spell disaster. So how do we combat this? The answer is to take a holistic approach to healthy hooves. Below are two important points that help avoid lameness.

Firstly, nutrition is a key element in the equation.

We have all heard the saying ‘you are what you eat’. Well this is not quite the same with dairy cows, but you could say that the better the food (or nutrition) the healthier your dairy cows will be. This in turn means that your cows’ hooves are also going to be healthier.

There is common perception that hoof damage is caused by rough tracks and constant walking to and from the milking sheds. However, we now know that this is incorrect. Hoof damage starts from the inside out — not from the outside in.

This is where nutrition comes into play. If your dairy cows are in optimal condition

then their hooves will be strong and healthy and be able to resist the normal wear and tear of everyday walking.

This is not to say that having good, well maintained tracks and sheds doesn’t aid in the prevention of lameness. Research shows that tracks with a higher crown through the middle help to reduce the amount of lameness.

A holistic or combined approach is always best. However, the main point is, proper nutrition is very important.

The best method of feeding is one that avoids rumen upset. Careful phasing of the herd between feed types will help to avoid this problem.

Secondly, curbing excessive hoof growth is also a key element in the equation. Let’s face it a dairy cow weighs a lot.

Each hoof has to hold a lot of weight.

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And what happens when that single claw starts to be put under more pressure? It grows even more — to try and cope with the extra weight. Eventually the higher claw will start to buckle and falter under the extra weight resulting in lameness.

This is where hoof maintenance comes into play. We call it preventative trimming.

Hoof trimming ensures that both claws on each hoof are even and in the best shape for distributing the weight equally.

Without correct trimming lameness can be rampant amongst dairy herds, leading to lots of lost production.

In summary it is important to remember that correct nutrition is very important in order to keep the cows in optimum health and to avoid rumen upset. This coupled with preventative hoof trimming will significantly reduce the amount of lameness in your herd.

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He drew up some designs and sent them to his father, Brian Neal, who made a prototype of his invention which holds a batten in place to be secured to a fence.

They called it ‘Batten King’.

“It now takes less than one minute per batten to be attached to the fence and it is a one man operation,” says Mr Neal.

“The tool works as a platform providing a firm, stable surface to hit against while hammering or using a staple gun and it is an easier way to fence because it eliminates the need to physically hold the wood in place.”

“It is attached by hooks to one fence wire, allowing the staples to be applied to the other wires in a nice even manner.

The tool helps lessen the risk of injury through jarring or accidentally hitting hands or legs with a hammer, and it allows one person to do the job of two, reducing labour and time for the fencer.”

“Batten King is new to the market and is a must for every fencer because it enables people to do their own fencing quickly and cuts down costs,” he says.

For more information contact Brian on 09 534 5908 or email nealmfg@ xtra.co.nz.

David’s cousin Mark Neal demonstrating how to use Batten King

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National alpaca open day

by Ayla Miller

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EADON HIGHLAND FOLD

Alpaca owners throughout New Zealand will be opening their farms to the public on May 3 promoting the animals, fibre and other products.

It is one day a year where everyone can celebrate alpacas. The open day aims to raise awareness of the animal and give people the opportunity to learn more about them.

Four Northland farms have registered at the time of print — Silverhill, Waitakere, Gumtree Gully and Kerdon.

Valerie Bushell runs the majority of Silverhill farm on her own and hand knits items for her onsite store.

She has been keeping alpacas for ten years. Her farm is dedicated to breeding fine, densely fleeced, coloured alpacas, and is located at 739 Silver Hill Road, RD4 Wellsford.

“It is free entry and there will be talks about how to look after them,” she says.

“We have a few young ones expected to be born near the end of April.”

Her farm shop specialises in knitted accessories, baby items, yarn and carded fibre.

Waitakere Alpacas will be opening their gates displaying their herd of more than 240, located at 107 Monk Road, RD1 Waioneke, South Head, Helensville.

“They are lovely, friendly, gentle and easy to farm. With a small amount of basic animal husbandry, they can be ideal pets for a lifestyle block,” says owner Hans Roecoert.

Hans is very knowledgeable and is keen to share this with those interested in purchasing Alpacas for themselves.

Gumtree Gully Alpacas, a small but growing family run business at 161 Cowan Bay Road, Warkworth RD3, Auckland, will offer visitors the chance to get to know the animals.

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“It will be an educational and handson day and a good family day out,” says owner Kathy who runs the farm with her husband Phil.

Kerry and Donna Tannion started with a few male alpacas as pets but like many others before them couldn’t resist increasing their herd and in 2009 Kerdon Alpacas was formed. Their farm is located at 61 Hurndall Street East, Maungaturoto.

“There will be products for sale including knitted products, felted alpaca scarves and unique alpaca artworks,” says owner Donna.

Celebrates National Alpaca Day

For more information on the open day and for an updated list of Northland participants visit www.alpaca.org.nz.

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National Alpaca Day OPEN FARM Sunday May 3rd 10am-3pm Meet our Alpacas & their Cria (baby Alpaca) Learn about Alpacas and why they are great for lifestyle blocks Visit our farm shop where we have Alpaca products and knitting yarn for sale (EFTPOS available)

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For a Warmer Winter Welcoming winter

Winter is on its way, but there is no need to fret as there are plenty of ways to warm up this chilly season Northland Insulation Ltd offer a service with over 20 years experience in the industry. Northland Insulation ensure they use the right product for every situation, saving customers money. They offer quotes and as they source directly from manufacturers they keep prices low.

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Canvas and Shade’s range of roll up curtains means that although the long summer days are coming to an end, there is no need to say goodbye to BBQ’s and meals outdoors.

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“It is the cheapest form of heating, delivers the nicest kind of heat and when the power stops the dependable wood fire just keeps on going,” says owner Ngaire McClure.

“The Wagener Fairburn Cooker is the ultimate lifestyle appliance not only heating your home but providing delicious home cooking and all your household hot water for brilliant power savings and self-sufficiency.”

Equally important in the winter is to make sure all gas and plumbing around the home is up to speed.

Gas Works and Plumbing Ltd is a local family run business located in Whangarei and encourage people to get their gas heaters serviced and ready for winter.

“Our mission is to provide professional, quality service to ensure lasting customer satisfaction. Our Trade Certified gasfitters and plumbers will certify all gas appliances we install,” say directors Jenny and Darryl Maden.

“We have a range of gas fires, flame effect fires, energy savers and underfloor heating.”

Scheepers Refrigeration Ltd can help keep your home comfortable all year around and an investment this year will have many returns throughout the seasons.

“We recommend Hitachi heat pumps/ air conditioning for the winter months, as well as for the warmer days as this split system can do both heating and cooling,” says office and accounts manager Sanette Mitchley.

“Having a cold house in the winter makes the winter even longer but with air conditioning you are waking up with warmer temperatures in your house.”

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Filter housings do not need chemical washes. Prepare before shutting off the water by collecting and boiling a quantity of water. Remove the old filters, wash the housings out thoroughly with dishwashing detergent and hot water, flush them thoroughly to eliminate any soap residue, if possible dry in the sunlight, or otherwise with a clean cloth, and replace the filters.

Check all the connectors for any leaks, and if necessary reapply thread seal tape and tighten. No point in wasting water!

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Faced with the need for more workers in the industry, Federated Farmers and Dairy NZ with other industry bodies will release the dairy industry’s newly developed Quality Workplace Accord in the near future.

“We are faced with attracting a further 8,300 qualified workers to the industry by 2025. To do that we have to show prospective and existing industry participants that dairy farming is an attractive, exciting industry that offers a good work-life balance and the opportunity for significant career advancement,” says Federated Farmers Employment spokesperson and Manawatu dairy farmer, Andrew Hoggard.

“The accord aims to help dairy farmers lift the overall performance of the industry in employment standards and people management to a point where there is a genuine quality work environment.

“It is no different to any other goals we have set and every farm is individualistic. These are strategies and objectives with aspirational goals around what we think a quality workplace will look like in the future. It is information for farmers to utilise.

“What it comes down to, is that the dairy industry wants to set itself a goal to achieve quality work environments through helping farmers implement good people management practises.

“The Quality Workplace Accord is the signatories’ commitment to support

the industry as it advances to reach optimum employment practices, to attract quality people to the industry.”

Mr Hoggard says the Accord also provides a framework to show the industry’s 12,000 diverse business units how to get better results from their recruitment and retention.

“By making their work environments stand out from the array of other options presented to talented people, farm employers will be able to pick the cream of the crop.”

Developed and signed by Dairy NZ and Federated Farmers, among other industry players, The Dairy Industry Strategy 2013–2020, makes the attraction and retention a central theme — vital to the success of the dairy industry.

“There are some great dairy farmer employers out there but for many they need the tools and support to make the work environment on their farm something to be proud of, which is what this Workplace Accord is aiming to achieve,” said Mr Hoggard.

The final Quality Workplace Accord will be available to dairy farmers on Federated Farmers’ and Dairy NZs’ websites in the near future.

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Keep it in the family.

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SEPTIC TANK OWNERS How you can save money by keeping your septic system effective and healthy

Septic tanks and multi-stage septic systems are delicately balanced environments. It does not take much to upset them. Common practice is to ignore the septic system until problems occur. Good and best economical practice is to always keep your septic system well maintained.

A malfunctioning septic system can become a health hazard.

When a system is not maintained or operated as a delicately balanced environment, problems occur. These problems include nasty odours, leach line blockages, untreated liquid rising to the surface, toilets gurgling and taking time to empty. At this stage your septic system is a serious health hazard to you and your children. Human waste produces faecal coliform bacteria, a source of viral and bacterial gastroenteritis as well as Hepatitis A and other diseases. Hepatitis can be a debilitating condition and cause long-term harm to children.

There are only three remedies.

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This can take over a month and is not normally practical. Two: excavate your septic system and relocate it. This is very costly and time consuming, sometimes requiring new resource consents and different systems. Three: treat your septic system with Septi-Cure™ every six months.

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What is Septi-Cure™ Septi-Cure™ is a concentrated mixture of selected naturally occurring microorganisms.

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ATV SAFETY HELMETS — from $119 accessories from $15. The law has changed! Have you got yours? Come & see us at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi. Phone 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres.co.nz. Subject to availability.

NEW YAMAHA FARM ATVs — 5.9% interest & 3 year warranty. Only at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi — phone 0800 963 636 & Yamaha MC Whangarei. Phone 09 438 0804.

Offer ends 31/4/15.

BACK 2 Wood Demolition. We buy & sell renovation materials. Servicing Northland — Auckland.

Specialising in Windows, Doors, Ranchsliders, Kitchens, Vanities, Roofing and More! Check out our website back2wood.co.nz or Phone 0800 10 98 77.

SINTERED BRAKE PADS — for MX and FarmBikes — from $39 at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi. Phone 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres.co.nz

CABINS TO RENT, only $55/week, 3.6x2.4m, minimum hire 6 months. Fully insulated. Northland based. WINZ quotes welcome. Delivered to your site. Phone 09 459 4996, 0800 111 344 or visit www.roommatecabins.co.nz for more info.

CHAIN & SPROCKET KITS DIRT OR FARM BIKE. SAVE 10% off RRP If you get them fitted at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi. Phone 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres.co.nz. Be quick — offer ends 31/4/15.

CHAINS FOR lifting, logging, transport, tiedowns, lifting slings, shackles, hooks, welding services, light engineering. Call Rob at Northland Farm & Forestry Supplies 09 407 8969 or call into 2/8 Skippers Lane, Waipapa.

For Sale

Firewood For Sale

MX FARM BIKE SERVICE

DRY FIREWOOD for sale. $75+gst/mtr. 2 mtr minimum. Pine/Macrocarpa mix. Free delivery Ruawai, Paparoa and Maungaturoto areas. Call Glenn 021 983 734 for your order.

Receive 7.5% discount off RRP for standard service parts* with this voucher when you get your MX / Farm Bike serviced at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street Hikurangi. Phone 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres.co.nz *Conditions apply, offer ends 31/4/15.

ATV FARM BIKE MX SPARES

WEED EATERS & CHAINSAWS — GET 10% OFF STOCKED ITEMS at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi. Phone 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres. co.nz. Be quick — offer ends 31/4/15.

INTRODUCTORY OFFER New Customers Receive 7.5% discount off RRP for all stocked items with this voucher at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi.

ATV SERVICE

Phone 0800 963 636 www.atvtyres.co.nz

Receive 10% discount off RRP for standard service parts* with this voucher when you get your ATV serviced at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street Hikurangi Phone 0800 963 636 | www.atvtyres.co.nz *Conditions apply, offer ends 31/4/15.

Be quick – offer ends 31/4/15. Conditions apply.

Energy Efficiency WINDMILL WATER pumps by Ferguson Windmills Company. Phone 09 412 8655. www.windmills.co.nz. sales@windmills.co.nz.

Sheep Shearing ANY SIZE flock. Top quality job, good rates. Phone Rob 027 209 0942.

Animal Health Products HIGH CELL Count? Apple Cider Vinegar, Garlic & Manuka Honey 20L $49.95, 200L $450 or 1000L $2,000 +GST with free delivery. Black Type Minerals Ltd. Phone 021 185 1501. blacktypeminerals. co.nz.

Nurseries & Plants SUBTROPICA NURSERY. A wide range of subtropical fruiting and ornamental plants by courier throughout NZ. Bananas, cherimoya, casimiroa, kava, lucuma, pineapples and much, much more.

Visit www.subtropica.co.nz or catalogue $5 from Subtropica, Massey Rd, RD2, Waipu.

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RANGER 570 HD + 570 ATV & UTE FINANCE OFFERS 0%P.A OVER 24 MONTHS

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SAVE $1000 + $1000*^ FREE ACCESSORIES • 31HP EFI Pro-Star Engine with Polaris Variable Transmission • Seat Belt Interlock • Speed Key capability • On Demand true All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) • Independent Front & Adjustable Rear Suspension • Towing Capacity - 680kg • Certified Roll-Over Protection Structure (ROPS) • Dump Box Capacity - 227kg

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• Built for New Zealand with Heavy Duty “HD” Features • Mirrors, Indicators and Horn • Dump Box with 180kg Capacity • On Demand True All Wheel Drive • Engine Braking System & 4 Wheel Descent Control (4WDC) • Electronic Power Steering • 567cc EFI Engine with Polaris Variable Transmission • Narrow Seat and Back Rest

MAUNGATUROTO MOTORCYCLES LTD 117 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO. PH: 09 431 8555.

KUMEU CHAINSAWS AND MOWERS LTD MAIN ROAD, HUAPAI. PH: 09 412 8109 CA MOTORCYCLES LTD 725 POUTO ROAD, DARGAVILLE. PH: 09 439 0170 ROUSE MOTORCYCLES LTD 1 KING STREET, HIKURANGI, WHANGAREI. PH: 0800 96 36 36 o

Subject to credit approval, fees, terms and conditions apply. Based on a 24 month Hire Purchase Contract. To approved Registered GST No Holders for business purposes only on applications for Polaris Sportsman 570, UTE 570 and Ranger 570 models. Offer expires 30/06/2015. Polaris Finance is a program operated by De Lage Landen Ltd Company No: 135515. *Offer ends 30/06/15 or while stocks last. Offer only available at participating Polaris Dealers. Not valid with any other offer. Excludes fleet clients. ^This accessory offer is only valid for genuine Polaris Accessories on the purchase of a new Polaris Ranger ETX model only.

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