Jon Miller of Hollins Farm has been using Bloom milk replacer for the last two and a half years and says "it is by far the best milk replacer we have been on". The heifers have performed exceptionally well on it and we are having heifers calve down at 24 months yielding 34.6L with the highest achieving 42L at 43 DIM, with a first lactation pregnancy rate of 36.2% and a whole herd pregnancy rate of 29% from heifers that have been reared on Bloom, something which they are immensely proud of.
Rob Noad of Woodhouse Farm says "Stellar is delivering the growth rates we want, and calves do love consistency and routine, so the winning combination of a good milk replacer product fed accurately through an automated machine makes such a difference".
Discover the reasons why your lawn is struggling to look its best, in this guide we look at the common problems faced by the typical british garden and the ways in which you can correct or improve those areas.
We speak to Rob Williams, Sales Specialist at Wynnstay to find out about his role within the agricultural industry. We learn about how he came to be in his current role and the challenges faced in such an uncertain cllimate.
The health of your horse's digestive tract is inextricably tied to his overall well-being, with over 70% of their total immunity coming from there. At this time of year, as the Spring grass grows, management regimes may be changing and work increases, it is a common digestive disturbance in the droppings, but what should we look for?
When the sun starts to get hotter and our horses are spending more time in the heat, it is blissful to think the winter months have passed over. But, with the heat comes the all-dreaded flies. Trying to keep your horse and yourself away from any fly bites can be a challenge, so how can we keep the flys at bay and enjoy those sunny spring and summer days?
Energy and protein feed costs look set to remain high through the remainder of the year, so maximising clamp fill and forage quality will matter more than ever. As you will be aware however, fertiliser pricing and availability on farm are proving challenging, so what are your options?
Lister has been manufacturing clipping blades since the 1930s. They know exactly what your horse requires, with comfort and beauty in mind, based on years of experience!
Lister HQ in Gloucestershire manufactures all of their clipping blades. They're known for their toughness, quality, and cutting abilities. Lister blades are distinguished by their ribbed back, which reduces weight and heat transfer. Hair can be quickly swept away from the blades to prevent clogs, and the blades have a self-cleaning feature.
One of your horse’s most eye catching features is their mane and tail, paying closer attention to these areas will help your horse stand out from the crowd.
A healthy mane and tail are the result of a healthy horse, so make sure they're getting the nourishment they need by feeding them high-quality horse feed. This will improve their tail and mane organically. Keeping up with regular trimming and cleaning will also assist to keep their mane and tail healthy.
Grass and silage remain the best value feeds available to UK livestock farmers, despite the increasing fertiliser prices. Producing high-quality, homegrown forage is cost-effective and plays a crucial role in herd and flock performance; but planning is essential to get these results.
Our sustainability partner Caplor will be attending this year’s Low Carbon Agriculture Show. The show is a fantastic opportunity to discover some of the latest innovations in sustainability within agriculture. You can expect to see the latest developments in low emission farm vehicles, low carbon practices and more. For Wynnstay customers attending the show, the Caplor team will be on hand to help you calculate the savings you could be making on-farm by changing to one of their renewable energy options.
